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Card Reader Doubles as USB Hub
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, Storage,
We are not exactly sure why this device was designed the way it was, but perhaps its inventors were going for something that would fit right in with your messy household. It looks like a can, but is in fact a Card Reader and 3-port Hub Combo II. It supports SD, SDHC, MMC, XD, CF, and T-flash/MicroSD. It will also transfer files to your PC by USB 2.0. At a size of 58 x 58 x 88mm and a weight of 101g, the plug-and-play reader/hub needs Windows 2000/XP/Vista to run, comes with a USB cable, and has a price of $20.00. Just don’t mistake it for a Coke while it is plugged in.
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| Brando
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Bose Presents MusicMonitor
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Handhelds, Music, PC / Laptop, Portable Audio / Video,
Bose’s newest amplified neodymium speaker system is also their smallest and will gladly make itself at home on your desktop. Working with your PC or almost any portable audio source, the Computer MusicMonitor features switching amplifier technology with a new acoustic design and their noted digital signal processing. With a one cable hookup, it also has a remote for controlling power and volume. The MusicMonitor speakers are encased in aluminum with a metallic silver finish, and carry a price of $399.00.
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Athena Speakers Have Versatile Placement
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Home Entertainment, Music,
While many of us have flatscreens that have been mounted on walls, our speakers still take up space on the floor. The Athena WS-60 Speakers have the ability to be set with included brackets for either horizontal or vertical alignment. They can also be placed on their bases on the floor or table. With multi-transducers, they also feature Teteron tweeters, multiple woofers, 4 passive radiators for bass, and a frequency response of 60-20kHz +/- 3dB. Contact Athena for price.
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Gadget Pen Serves Five Functions
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Smartphones, Handhelds, Video Games,
Here’s another device that multitasks. The 5 in 1 Gadget Pen is a stylus for PDAs, cell phones or NDSs, even in the dark. It acts as a red laser pointer, a bank note checker, and surprise, is also a ball point pen. Finally, you can use the bugger as a mini-torch. At the minute weight of 30g, the pen comes with three spare lithium batteries and a minuscule price of $11.00.
(Thanks, Fanny)
Read More | Gadget4all
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Stash Your Cash in Your PC
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop,
When you are not using your laptop’s PC card slot for what it was meant to do, stash a key, memory, cleaning rag, coinage, or other items that you never seem to remember to take with you when you need them with the StashCard. Made by Wireless Garden, the sneaky device is available at RadioShack, CompUSA, or Circuit City for $9.95, but if you order online from the company, you will save $2.00, which you can then keep inside the StashCard that you just bought.
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We Love Our New Tinbot!
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Design, Portable Audio / Video,
We just received a tinbot and couldn’t be happier. Designed by artist Christopher Lee, it fit perfectly with our iPod classic. Everything is quite snug inside and we think that it gives our music player quite a bit of class. We figure for all our clumsiness that this case, with tin on the outside and neoprene inside, is perfect for travel and a lot classier than our basic iPod case. We definitely recommend them for the terminally clumsy who have an iPod video 30/60/80GB or a classic 80/160GB at the MSRP of $29.95. Although it is not waterproof, the tinbot is certainly water-resistant to a spring rain. A very kewl gift for others, too, especially if you want to decorate it yourself, as they have one you can customize for $10.00 less.
(Thanks, Julian)
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Horizon Duo-i Dock Makes iPod Noticable
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Boston Acoustics has a deluxe dock for impressing almost anyone. With AM/FM stereo and 15 station presets, you can listen to your tunes while charging your iPod or seek out noise-free stations worldwide on the Horizon Duo-i. It has dual 3 1/2-inch full range speakers, BassTrac audio processing, and a high contrast display that automatically adjusts to the light level. Add to that an alarm clock with sleep timer and snooze control, a remote, 2 aux inputs, and line and stereo headphone outputs, and you have one sweet music machine at a price of $199.99.
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JVC Releases Active Speakers
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Design, Misc. Tech, Music,
JVC has unveiled its new series of Active Speakers. The SP-A440 was built with 2 sets of 1.3-inch drivers for what should be excellent and simplified surround sound. Stands are included for turning the speakers into different positions and angles. At a size of 61.5 x 63.0 x 61.5 mm and a weight of 163g, they are available in black, red, silver and white, and come with an AC adapter, and input and connecting cords for $79.99.
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Belkin Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, USB, Design, PC / Laptop,
The new Belkin Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger seems to be all the rage across the Internets over the past couple of days. After checking it out, we think it’s with good reason. After traveling to events like CES and SXSW, we know how much power outlets and USB chargers are a commodity. Belkin solves a bit of that here by providing a surge protector that offers three power ports alongside two USB charging ports. Very clever, as we know that we have been left charging devices - that support USB charging - using the AC adaptor. Good job there. It also frees up the USB ports on your laptop when you are on the go, which we know is particularly important if you are toting around a MacBook Air.
You can pick one of these up for $25 from Belkin’s product store.
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Speakers Get Smaller, Cutesy, Wearable
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, Music,
Brando is always coming up with the latest in USB gadgets and has just acquired two mini-speakers. Both work with all electronics that have a 3.5mm stereo audio connector such as a cell phone, MP3 player, or CD player. They also have a 2W output, rechargeable Li-ion batteries, and on/off and volume switches. You can even wear them with included neck straps. Both come with audio and USB cable. Select from the Mini Lips or Mini Mouse with flashing eyes at a price of $14.00 each.
(Thanks, Fanny)
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