Archive for August 16th, 2007
The notebook toting fraternity definitely have far more peripherals to look forward to these days compared to a few years ago, and the Logitech V470 Cordless Laser Mouse is the latest to be announced. The V470 eschews RF in favor of Bluetooth connectivity, making it a snap to hook up to MacBook or Windows-based notebooks without the need for an external receiver. It uses Bluetooth 1.2 wireless technology and features laser tracking for a higher level of accuracy. There is a battery life of 4 months, but I personally find that the figure is probably closer to 70% if you plan on using your mouse for at least 8 hours every day. Features include Side-to-Side Scrolling and an indicator light. The Logitech V470 will retail for approximately $49.99 when it is released early next month.
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August 16th, 2007
The Gakken Mechamo centipede robot is guaranteed to freak your mom out should she stumble upon it by accident while clearing out your room. Measuring approximately a foot long, this battery guzzler (how can it not be when there are 32 legs moving simultaneously) moves just like a real centipede, save for the fact that it will probably annoy everyone else in the house (and your neighbors living downstairs if you’re at an apartment) to no end with the sound that it makes whenever it moves across the floor. Retailing for $99.95, the Mechamo centipede robot comes with a wireless remote control and will probably require a fair amount of gray matter to put it together.
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August 16th, 2007
Flash Padlock features “Auto-Locking,” so you don’t need to remember to enable the protective feature - It will automatically lock and protect itself after removal from the computer. Flash Padlock is impervious to “brute force” hacks or keystroke loggers that would defeat a software secured USB flash drive. Padlock Security Features Include:- Hardware-Enabled Auto-Lock Function: Device Auto-Locks after removal from computer.- User Customizable Security PIN: User sets unique security PIN (up to 10 digits long) for unlocking device. - Platform Independent: Works on Windows, MAC and Linux platforms without the use of additional software.- Easy to Use: Direct keypad access and indicator lights make locking/unlocking simple and understandable.Flash Padlock is immediately available in two capacities:- Flash Padlock 1GB ~ $29.99 USD MSRP- Flash Padlock 2GB ~ $39.99 USD MSRPhttp://www.corsair.com/products/padlock.aspx
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August 16th, 2007
SanDisk has just revealed that a couple of their Sansa players will receive a price cut without any reduction in quality. The Sansa Connect will cost you one less Benjamin, where the 4GB model retails for $150 at the new price point in addition to unlimited WiFi downloads from Yahoo! Music Unlimited for a mere $15. The Sansa Shaker on the other hand will have its 512MB model receive some company in the form of a 1GB model, where the 512MB and 1GB models retail for $35 and $50 respectively to suit all budgets. Will this make you run out and pick up either if you’ve been sitting on the fence all this while?
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August 16th, 2007
Envision Peripherals has just launched the Vista-certified V-Cam that aims to bring high quality imaging and an enhanced video messaging experience to the masses. It is equipped with a 1.3 megapixel CMOS image sensor and lays claim to boast quality imaging even in the presence of a low light room. You can also use the V-Cam to capture stills in 4 megapixel glory. This webcam hooks up via an USB 2.0 interface and is capable of recording video at 30fps, featuring automatic exposure, white balance, and color correction. It is currently compatible with all the popular IM programs including Skype, Yahoo! Messenger, and MSN Messenger. If you’re interested in picking one up, the V-Cam retails for $49.
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August 16th, 2007
After a couple of times, most people would wisen up to the fact that the odds are heavily stacked against you when it comes to crane games that we see at arcades. The RoboCrane from Japan is different since it offers a different style of playing. Users will have to steer a robot instead to win the prize that captured their eye, and this usually means more sweaty palms than ever. This RoboCrane concept is currently undergoing gameplay testing at Japanese arcades, so there is no guarantee that it will even end up Stateside in the forseeable future.
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August 16th, 2007
XtremeNotebooks will be the first off the blocks in the US to offer the new Intel Core 2 Quad processor in its Xtreme 917V notebook. Expect a whole slew of features in there such as RAID 0, 1 or 5, a dual video card setup, and the choice between triple Solid State or SATA 300 hard drives. Needless to say, such a monster of a notebook will definitely be a power guzzler, so make sure you always have a power outlet within the immediate vicinity. At least you’ll be able to handle all your specialized military, science, and engineering programs on the go without any worry of suffering from the lack of processing power. Pricing starts from $3,359 onwards.
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August 16th, 2007
The HybridShell is the latest protective case for the iPod nano that comes with a clear polycarbonate front shell and a textured rubber back, giving you a firm grip no matter how sweaty your palms get while letting the nano’s color shine through the clear plastic front. The HybridShell will offer full access to the nano’s Click Wheel, Hold switch, headphone port, and Dock Connector. It is compatible with the 2G iPod nano only and will come in either black or pink backing, retailing for a relatively affordable $15 a pop. Have you dressed up your nano today?
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August 16th, 2007
The R600 GPS from Asus was recently approved by the FCC, which means its release in the US is imminent. Targeting the mid-high range GPS market, the R600 comes with an integrated light sensor that will adjust the LCD backlight according to its surroundings to enhance viewing (while saving battery life when you’re outdoors). Other features include Bluetooth connectivity, a generous 4.3″ touchscreen display, and an SD memory card slot (up to 4GB). A 400MHz Samsung processor runs at the heart of things, aided by 64MB RAM and 128MB ROM. Pricing details are still unavailable, but it should be well worth the price considering the inclusion of the vaunted SiRFStar III GPS chipset.
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August 16th, 2007
Now isn’t this a total hoot. The Sound Activated Kicking Legs simulates the image of a person (male judging by the pair of denims and working shoes) who has tripped over and tumbled headlong into a bin that is deeper than it looks. Both legs will automatically flail about to give everybody nearby a shock whenever a noise is detected. Great if you want to pull a prank on your mates, too bad April Fool’s Day for this year is over. It is currently sold out so you’ll have to wait for a restock if you want one.
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