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A Wintertime Treat: Warmkeyboard Heats Things Up
Posted by Jenny Lewis Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,
Cube farm dwellers, say goodbye to stiff fingers. Uncontrollable climate control systems can often leave us with numb digits, something that all of the “Cozy Legs” heaters, blankets and trips to the coffee machine in the world can’t fix. Finally, someone has tried.
Whether you file this internally as just another USB accessory or a legitimate peripheral, Warmkeyboard has the potential to be useful in more than just the “inputting characters” way that your run-of-the-mill keyboard is. Like your run-of-the-mill keyboard, it’s a standard 104-key plug and play keyboard with media hotkeys. However, unlike your standard issue keyboard it has heating elements underneath the keys that keep your fingers nice and toasty while you work.
Powered by both the USB plug and an AC adapter (unfortunately you can’t type AND be warm without two power sources), Warmkeyboard can be yours for $49.99.
Gallery: A Wintertime Treat: Warmkeyboard Heats Things Up
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AT&T USBConnect 881 bringing 3G over USB to PCs and Macs everywhere
Posted by Sparky Categories: Apple, Broadband, Internet, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Wireless / WiFi, USB,
AT&T just announced their USBConnect 881 - an HSDPA/HSUPA modem for Macs and PCs that connects via USB. The minuscule 1.25oz modem claims to give an average download speed of 600kbps to 1.4Mbps, with uploads clocking in at 500kbps and 800kbps in HSUPA markets. While it may not be as slim and sexy as an Expresscard modem this looks like a great option for those with an older laptop, or a Macbook looking to quench their hankering for high speed laptop data on the go.
Available now for $50 with a 2 year contract, or for $299 without a commitment to AT&T.
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| AT&T
Gallery: AT&T USBConnect 881 bringing 3G over USB to PCs and Macs everywhere
The J. Lo USB Flash Drive, for “Brave” Ones Only
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Music, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Storage,
These days, making fun of Jennifer Lopez is the equivalent of shooting fish in a barrel. And the Latina diva is not doing herself any favors with this gadget she‘s endorsed. To promote the release of her new CD “Brave”, the multi-hyphenate, along with luxury cellphone company Gresso, released a limited edition 1GB flash drive, made of African mahogany and engraved with her initials. The drive also includes a copy of “Brave.” Not so bad…until you discover the drive costs a whopping $70 USD! This writer actually likes some of Jenny’s songs and flicks (yeah, I said it), but feels the expectant mom is in serious need of an ego check.
Gallery: The J. Lo USB Flash Drive, for “Brave” Ones Only
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)
Read More | Brando
Gallery: Mouse Does Double Duty
Consumer 3D Screen Becomes Reality
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: CES, Home Entertainment, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,
The Korean Company 3DIS has come up with an LCD monitor that allows you to see in 3D without the silly glasses. The 1040S utilizes ALT (Advanced Layer Technology) which results in a clearer, brighter image for the Parallax Barrier type screen. The monitor also allows a wider viewing angle and can change from 2D to 3D with a single switch. The Korean company’s CEO Sun Joo Lee claims that there is an increasing demand for 3D in today’s market and hopes to adapt the technology for laptops. We can’t really see much of a view from this image, but the 1040S will be on display during the CES 2008 in January if you would like a personal peek.
Read More | Aving
Gallery: Consumer 3D Screen Becomes Reality
I-Mate working on Foleo competitor
Posted by Sparky Categories: Smartphones, Design, Handhelds, Internet, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Wireless / WiFi,
While the Palm Foleo died on the vine, the concept may live on. I-Mate, makers of many fine Windows Mobile based smart phones is rumored to be working on a “shell” to go with their new Ultimate line. While the new shell would not contain any processor or memory of it’s own, it would feature a 1024x768 screen and a full sized keyboard to act as a dock for the smart phone. It is still unknown if the shell would feature batteries to increase runtime, but if it does that could be a killer feature for todays power-hungry HSDPA chipsets.
This seems like it would be a better approach than the Foleo. It would be cheaper, provide similar functionality, and allow a user to select which form factor they want (laptop vs. cellphone) at any given time as simply as clicking the phone into the larger frame. If this comes to market in a timely manner and offers a good user experience it could signal a new style of cellphone based computing—and a step into the “world of tomorrow”.
Read More | UberGizmo via Gizmodo
Gallery: I-Mate working on Foleo competitor
Stapes and Dell Join Forces
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Corporate News, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,
Good new for Staples/Dell fans. Beginning November 11, You can order some computers and peripherals online. The companies have announced that several of Dell’s products will be available to include Inspiron 1721 and 1521 notebooks, Inspiron 530 desktops, 948 and 926 all-in-one inkjet printers, 1320c laser printer, SE198WFP 19-inch widescreen flat panel LCD monitor, and the E228WFP 22-inch widescreen flat panel LCD monitor. They will also carry ink and toner for most of their printers. We don’t know if they will be cheaper than the ones at Wal-mart or if the added shipping will be worth the effort, but we just give you the facts, ma’am.
Read More | Dell
Gallery: Stapes and Dell Join Forces
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.
Read More | Brando
Gallery: The USB Penguin Optical Mouse
Hacoa, a Japanese company that makes wooden peripherals by hand, will soon be releasing a DIY USB keyboard kit. Announced at the recent CEATEC 2007, the Ki-Board DIY Kit is strictly for users who can use a saw and have assembly capability. We figure that since it takes the company an entire day to create one, they have decided to let us do all the work, and feel the pride while keeping Band-Aids in business. The kit will be available for JPY 34,800 (~$300.00.)
Read More | Hacoa (translated)
Gallery: DIY Keyboard For Carpenter Geeks
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.
Read More | Bili
Gallery: Free Hands with Foot Mouse
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