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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.
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| OQO via Mobility Today
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Mouse/Gamepad Helps You Play at Work
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Video Games,
Evergreen has come up with a mouse that also doubles as a gamepad. At the minute size of 50 × 85 × 23mm and a weight 67g, it features 1600 dpi, is compatible with Windows 2000/XP/Vista. Made by the Taiwanese company Giant for 3,499 Yen (~$32.59,) plug it into your USB port and your boss will never be the wiser. If you get caught, offer to lend it to her/him. That should be worth at least a longer lunch hour.
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DIY Moldable Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,
There are a lot of ergonomic mice that we think are frankly not all that comfortable, much less saving us a case of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Lite-on has developed a concept that you can use to make your own mouse the way that is best for your hands. The prototype is made of modeling clay and covered with nylon and polyurethane so you can give it any shape you desire on its base of PC/ABS recyclable plastic. It also features built-in RFID, a touch sensitive scroll pad, laser optics, and runs on batteries. Hopefully winning the Red Dot Award recently will spur them into making the mouse a reality.
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New Zealander Reinvents the Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Microsoft, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,
Although it hasn’t changed much since its inception in 1964, Grant Odgers in New Zealand built what he believes to be a better mouse. He will be meeting with Microsoft and perhaps Logitech to show off his Swiftpoint. While sketchy on details, apparently the device is held between the thumb and index finger, and can be used with or without a flat surface. This sounds to us pretty close to the description of a pen, and in fact MS may be considering if it can replace those now used with its tablets. The Swiftpoint will make its debut March 4 at the CeBit in Hanover, Germany.
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Kwout Quotes
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Internet,
Kwout has come up with a way to embed a quote into your blog or website (including Flickr and Tumblr) with one click. Simply type an URL onto the home page and click their bookmarklet. Drag your mouse around the area to take the quote from, select color, size and shape, and click the “Cut Out” button. You then receive the quote with hyperlinks and the embed code. It really is quite easy, once you get the hang of moving around your mouse. Others can take your quote and post it on their website as well.
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New Boomslang Comes in Limited Edition
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Home Entertainment, Video Games,
Fans of Razer’s Boomslang run, don’t walk to get yourself a CE (Collector’s Edition) 2007. It features an 1800 dpi 3G infrared sensor, a 32KB Razer Synapse onboard memory, 5 programmable hyperesponse non-slip buttons, 1000Hz ultrapolling /1 ms response, a speed of 5.8 megapixels per second, 15g of acceleration, and a16 bit ultra-wide data path. The mouse is also ambidextrous, features a 7 foot, non-tangle cord, and has the unique look of the Boomslang. There will only be a total of 10,000 available, each with a unique serial code, certificate of ownership, and comes enclosed in a matte black metal box for $99.99.
By the way, we just learned that the initial collection has sold out, but they have decided to offer more towards the end of the month. We suppose that means you can make it an easy lope over to the Razer Zone.
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Mouse Does Double Duty
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Peripherals, USB,
Do you keep running out of post-its during crucial times during your day? The Casio Label Mouse Printer can take care of that and will produce labels with plug-and-play USB quick connection. It will use any TrueType font that you have on your computer. Using a thermal print system, you can create messages of an 8 mm width and a 50 mm length maximum. At a size of 44 x 70 x 128 mm and a weight of about 184 g, the mouse comes with one roll of thermal paper for $29.00. Extra 3-roll packs are available for $14.00.
(Thanks, Fanny)
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The USB Penguin Optical Mouse
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,
Some people are fanatical about Hello Kitty. For others, it’s Star Wars. But for this writer, it’s all about the mighty penguin, as evidenced the penguin MP3 player, USB drive, and shower radio she’s written about, and that fact that she actually owns an iPenguin. This week, it’s the too-cute-for-words USB optical mouse, which fits either hand, and even includes a PS/2 adapter! Choose from Pink, Green, Blue, and of course, Black. The downside? According to the website, the mouse is only compatible with Windows—but doesn’t state whether it’s compatible with Vista. Available for $14 USD.
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Free Hands with Foot Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Peripherals, USB,
This makes our list for the most ingenious electronic rodent that we have seen in a while. The Foot Mouse (aka Slipper Mouse) is designed for those who either have the need for an alternative mouse, or for those who just want to keep both hands free while they work. Bili Inc. claims that their mouse is perfect for audio/video/movie editors, animators, graphic designers, architects, programmers, etc., but we suspect it may take a bit of time to adapt to the concept. Connectible by USB, the slipper and button pad are available at Bili for both Windows and Mac for $199.00, with a 15.5 x 11-inch mat thrown in as a freebie.
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Microsoft Unveils Rechargeable Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Microsoft, Peripherals, Wireless / WiFi,
Microsoft has introduced what it claims to be the first rechargeable notebook mouse. With a full GB of flash memory, users can work without wires, recharge, and save files at the same time. The Notebook Mouse 8000 will work via 2.4GHz or Bluetooth and has 5 customizable buttons that can be used as an integrated slide presenter, laser pointer, a media remote, and other applications. The rechargeable AAA battery (included) is good for about three weeks on a full charge. Expect to see this one with a MSRP of $71.95 to $99.95, depending on the retail outlet.
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