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PowerMonkey is Super Charger
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Smartphones, Handhelds, Portable Audio / Video,
PowerMonkey is no ordinary charger. When full, it will hold its power for about a year. There is no end to its applications, as it has a plethora of adapters. There is one for Nokia and Mini Nokia, Motorola V66, Samsung E900, Siemens C25 and Sony Ericsson wide connectors. It also works with Mini USB for Motorola Razr V series, Blackberry and Bluetooth headsets. If that isn’t enough, it can work with iPods, smartphones, PDAs, and PSPs. The PowerGorilla
Monkey carries an MSRP of £34.99 (~$68.00.)
Read More 
| Powertraveler
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Gravity Turns Speaker On
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Music, PC / Laptop, Portable Audio / Video,
The Boynq Saturn Speaker has landed, literally. Place it on a table or desktop and it will instantly power up with a 5W RMS 3-inch full range driver. Put it back on its side and it turns itself off. Don’t worry about breakage it as it has a rubber finish. It is USB connectible for plug and play without extra software, or use with power adapter with USB outlet. The Saturn has interchangeable heads for extensive travel between countries and works with any MP3 player or computer with a 3.5mm out connection. It carries a price of DKK 289,00 (~$57.00.)
Read More | Gadgets.dk
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Homer lights up: USB LED lamp
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Design, PC / Laptop,
For someone as perpetually lazy as Homer Simpson, he keeps finding ways to make our lives more fun, such as the Jukebox and USB hub. Now comes this USB-powered lamp, which features Homey in total Lay-Z-Boy mode, while adding LED light (and a little levity) to your desk. Available for only $17 USB. Wanna totally Simpson-ize your workspace? Check out the
Mr. Burns webcam.
Read More | Perpetual Kid via Shiny Shiny
Gallery: Homer lights up: USB LED lamp
Refurbished OQO 02 units available
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, CES, CES 2007, Music, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Wireless / WiFi,
OQO has opened its online outlet store that carries their refurbished UMPCs at some excellent price points. Their second generation mobile PC, unveiled at the 2007 CES, features 1.2GHz CPU, holds 512MB SDRAM, has a 40GB HDD and WiFi/Bluetooth capability. Prices begin at $999.00 and come with a 1 year warranty.
The site also offers a portable docking station with optical drive and multiple ports for $299.00 and the iGo Stowaway Bluetooth Travel Mouse with optical pickup and scroll wheel (compatible with the UMPC 02 ) for $79.00.
Read More | OQO via Mobility Today
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Tinbots Protect With Style
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Misc. Tech, Portable Audio / Video,
Are you the type that tends to drop your phone, mouse, iPod, glass of water? We have a partial solution. Tinbots are not only sturdy, being made out of tin, but have been designed by artists Mad, Sket-one, Christopher Lee, Jock, Parra, Kurt Ketchum, and 7Sleeper. They also feature interior neoprene padding, and headphone and charging ports. The 2nd generation cases are compatible with iPod Videos 30/60/80GB and Classics 80/160GB for $29.95. One is available in matte white that you can customize for $10.00 less. Sorry, Tinbots don’t come in glass of water size.
(Thanks, Julian)
Read More | Tinbot Product Page
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Audiowrapz Gives Sound and Color to iPods
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Apple, Design, Portable Audio / Video,
We didn’t want you to think we had forgotten you on this illustrious holiday for lovers, so we came up with one more gift idea for Valentines Day. iFrogz has a new iPod 2G nano case that comes with speakers. The Audiowrapz Case is made of silicone with passive speaker technology so you don’t need batteries. Choose your wrap from 8 colors for $24.99 and add your choice of screen for $6.00, or get both for $27.99.
(Happy Heart Day, Gear Livers!)
Read More | ifrogz
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For wannabe spies and nosy neighbors, Sima has introduced an IR video light for shooting at dusk and in darkness. With 36 infrared LEDs, the Night Vision Video Light features a lifespan of over 50,000 hours, is shoe-mount compatible with most video camcorders, works with both standard and HD formats, and charge status. With a range of up to 75 feet, it comes with a video bracket, tripod mounts, and Li-Ion battery and charger. Check with Sima for price.
Read More | Sima
Gallery: Secretly Shoot with Sima
Brighton Earbuds Mean Flash
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Want a little extra bling for your ears? Brighton has created blinking LED earphones in your choice of pink, blue, or clear. They have a 100Hz to 10kHz frequency band, a 32 ohm impedance, and a sensitivity of 112 dB/mW. Maximum input is 4mW. The phones will flash to the music so you will certainly stand out in any crowd whether you want to or not. Battery run, it features a cable length of 1100mm and a price of 2,980 Yen (~$28.00.)
Read More | AV Watch (translated)
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EasyDica Camera Makes Photography Simple Again…Perhaps too Simple?
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Cameras,
We loooooove our digital camera, don’t get us wrong. But all the myriad settings, buttons, menus and whatnot can be a bit much sometimes. That’s why we appreciate the concept of the EasyDica camera from Yanko. It’s ultra-tiny, ultra-thin, has no settings or even an LCD screen. Just a viewfinder and one sole button to snap your masterpiece. Not much information is available about it, but apparently, the EasyDica recharges (and presumably uploads photos) via its USB port. Strangely, there’s no info on pricing or availability, but we’re very intrigued…
Read More | Yanko Design
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JumpSnap, The Wireless Jump Rope
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, Design, Misc. Tech, Toys,
Although we’re sure there’s an audience for this item, we secretly think this is a case of technology actually taking the fun out of something. It’s the JumpSnap Wireless Jump Rope, an exercise device sans rope that can be customized according to your height, skill, duration and more. It even talks to you (offering feedback), comes with a DVD, and makes a jump rope sound! The JumpSnap comes in Blue and Pink, the latter of which proceeds will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The Individual Package ranges from $50-$60 USD.
Read More | Jump Snap via Chip Chick
