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The USB 2.0 4-Port Round Hub not only holds your electronic devices, it rotates to accommodate your flash drive, peripherals, or other gadgets. At a size of 72 x 45 x 45mm and a weight of 65g, the hub supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista, MAC OS X, and Linux. When not in use, the hub can stack to save space. We think that the multi-colored chromatic design makes it fun to play with and we really dig the minute $12.00 price.
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Creative Digital Wireless Gaming Headset HS-1200
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Video Games, Wireless / WiFi,
Creative has a new Digital Wireless Gaming Headset that is X-fi powered with a 2.4GHz radio frequency. With a maximum range of 72 feet, the phones feature 40mm Neodymium drivers, a flexible swivel microphone, and a leatherette headband with plush earcups. Plug into your USB port for recharging and get up to 8 hours of play. The HS-1200 is compatible with Windows Vista/XP, would be great for Skyping, and has a MSRP of $99.99.
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Meninos Design Studio Hard Drive Case
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Design,
Brazil’s Meninos Design Studio were making custom USB hard drive cases for their friends and they were so popular that they decided to go public. Each one is hand-assembled in acrylic with a vinyl wrapper. You also have the option of uploading your own design with their custom template. Expect designer prices of $250.00 for only a case, or $400.00 to $620.00 for those with drives. We bet they could expand to make flash drives and clean up.
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We somehow cannot get through a week without displaying nauseating
cutesy stuff. These three USB flash drives come in both 2GB and 4GB models. Choose between the Baby Panda, Angel and Devil, each with a hole in its head for the drive. Carry it on your backpack, key chain, or laptop case with a metal ring and nylon string. The devices are each 55 x 40 x 40mm and weigh only 10g. You can get one for $22.00 for the 2GB model, or $37.00 for 4GB.
(Thanks, Fanny)
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Here’s a 4-in-1 for those with crowded desk tops and only one USB port. The gadget is a Webcam, microphone, fan, and LED light. The USB 2.0 device works with any chatting software, including Skype, has a dimmer switch, an on/off button, and attaches with a suction cup. Compatible with Windows XP/Vista, it is 75 x 75 x 228mm high and weighs 211g. Get yours for $23.00, which makes it less than $6.00 per item if purchased separately.
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RIchard Solo Smart Backup Battery Pack rocks for iPhone 3G
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, USB, Apple, Smartphones, Features, Handhelds,
Anyone who has picked up an iPhone 3G knows that the battery, while great for a 3G phone, still leaves a lot to be desired. It’s simply no fun when your phone warns you that you have 20% power left while you are in the middle of your lunch break. Heck, I don’t even need to leave the house to go to work, and even I have issues with the battery. During E3 2008, I had to be careful with my iPhone usage if I didn’t want the phone to run out of juice. Since I am going to be taking a trip to NYC this week, I wanted to be sure I was armed with a backup.
After doing some looking around, I came across this Richard Solo Smart Backup Battery Pack for the iPhone. In all actuality, it works with the iPhone as well as any iPod with a dock connector. It basically holds a charge that is similar to about 80% of the iPhone battery. That means that if you see your iPhone give you that 20% warning, you just plug this thing in, and it will charge it back to full. That is cool.
Even better though, you can charge the iPhone or iPod and the Backup Battery at the same time. You plug in the battery to your phone, and then connect the battery to the charger. This will first charge your device, and then once that is done, it will charge the battery. So if you do this overnight, you have a fully charged phone, and backup battery, when you walk out the door. Love it.
The device is thin enough to not be burdensome at all, reminding me of an iPod nano. I am gonna give this a try during this next week, where I will definitely be out and about and using my iPhone on a near-constant basis, being the awesome road warrior that I am. I will let you know how it turns out. Meanwhile, if you wanna pick up one of these for yourself, you can grab one here for $50. If it works as advertised, we think this is well worth it. Check the video after the break for more details, and also, we have a small Richard Solo Smart Backup Battery pack gallery we just put up as well.
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Jawbone Offers Lawbreakers Discounts
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Smartphones, Hot Deals, Portable Audio / Video,
If you live in one of those states that has a Hands Free Law and have already been busted, Jawbone is offering a $20.00 discount. What a clever promotion! Their theory is that “having a conversation shouldn’t be a crime.” You simply put in the state that caught you and the ticket number and your price is lowered. Available in black or gold, the Jawbone, with NoiseAssassin technology, separates speech from ambient noise. It comes with a wall charger, USB cable, 3 earbuds, and 4 earloops for $109.00 after the discount.
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Ion-Audio VCR 2 PC Player
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Cameras, Home Entertainment, Movies,
Time to phase out those old VHS tapes? Ion-Audio’s VCR 2 PC is a clever way to do just that. Hook it up to your USB port and the included EZ VHS Converter software allows you to burn them to DVD, so that you can watch them on your PC, PSP, or iPod. You can also connect your VHS, VHS-C, or 8mm camcorder via the front panel jacks to save anything on them. After you have finished creating your digital library, the VCR 2 PC doubles as a player. You can find them for $249.99.
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JVC HP-SX505 Neodymium Earphones
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
JVC has a new pair of Neodymium in-ear canal headphones with a frequency response of 8Hz to 22,000Hz, a 104 dB/mW at 1 kHz sensitivity, a maximum power input of 200mW, and a 10ohm driver diameter. Similar to the company’s HA-SX500, the brass ring on the HP-SX505 supposedly reduces vibration and energy loss. Look for the dynamic earbuds with their 0.8m cable to make their debut in August with a price of €80 (~$125.00.)
Read More | Geek Stuff 4U via Akihabara News
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Here’s a bright idea in USB flash drives. It may look like a mini-light bulb, but this little device holds 8GB of memory and has a USB 2.0 interface. At a size of 60 x 28 x 28mm and a tiny weight of only 25g, you can attach to your key chain, briefcase, or backpack, and carry your data with you no matter where you go. The Light Bulb USB Flash Drive will set you back $54.00.
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