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Gresso New Years Bull USB Flash Drive
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Design, Storage,
While 2009 may be the year of the Ox, Russia’s Gresso is offering a limited edition New Year Collection of Bull USB Flash Drives. All 2009 pieces are made of 200 year-old Royal mahogany wood. Each is laser engraved and hand polished. Choose between 4 and 8GB. They are being offered by Bely Veter Tsifrovoi’s stores at a cost of “1 590 rub.” We are not sure what that translates into in dollars (is it one at 590 or 1590?,) but we know it will cost some bucks.
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Thanko has released their new CoolPad, bound to keep your laptop mildly chilled. But it doesn’t stop there. In addition to being a fan for your notebook or netbook, it also has a 3-port USB hub and additional data storage with its integrated 2.5-inch SATA HDD slot. GeekStuff4U will be offering the CoolPad sometime soon but so far, no mention of the device on the site or its price.
Read More | Akihabara News
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ION LP Dock USB Turntable
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB,
ION’s LP Dock allows you to transfer your old records directly to your iPod. With a standard USB connection, turn your music into MP3s and send them to your player, burn them to CDs or listen on your computer. It also features a line-level input to connect other music sources such as a cassette deck. The LP Dock works with both PC and Mac, and EZ Vinyl Converter with Gracenote MusicID can be downloaded to edit and clean up your tunes. The dock is available for $249.00.
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iCap MP3 Player
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Wearables, Music, Portable Audio / Video, Transportation, USB,
Why carry a boombox when you can wear one and be just as disruptive? The iCap is wireless and features a detachable 1GB MP3 player with Micro SD card slot, an FM stereo tuner, a voice recorder and 2 built-in speakers so that you and everyone else can listen to your tunes. An FM transmitter is optional and will allow you to send music to your buds’ players as well. The cap comes with a rechargeable Lithium-Polymer Battery, AC charger, clip attachment and USB cable and carries a price of $119.95.
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Samsung YP-U2Z Flash Memory/MP3 Player
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Music, Portable Audio / Video, Storage, USB,
Save that memory while playing your fave tunes with Samsung’s YP-U2Z. The super thin player combines a 1GB flash memory with a player that can handle MP3, WMA (with DRM), OGG, ASF and WAV files. It also features a graphic equalizer, 12 presets, a Digital Natural Sound Engine and a 4 line LCD. With playback and recording, expect up to 13 hours of play with its rechargeable battery via USB. At a size of 87.5 × 24.4 × 12.6mm and a weight of 28g, the YP-U2Z has a price of ¥9,980 (~$85.00).
Read More | Fareast Gizmos
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Social networking freaks may already be aware of Poken. This interesting concept combines that with a unique cutesy animal device that will keep all your Facebook, MySpace and other sites’ information. Your Poken pokes another one in real time and you can exchange info so that you can find them next time you go virtual. In actual fact, the Poken is a USB connector with basic personal data. The site is fairly new, but they are planning on adding more features like message sending. That is a good thing, because it’s been our experience that we meet most chums online first rather than the opposite.
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Looking for a gift for your fave golfing geek? GreenHouse’s Golf Mouse has a golf ball textured mouse and a turfed mouse pad. Connectible by USB 2.0/1.1, he/she can practice a mini-swing while keeping track of PGA games at the same time. By the way, the pad glows for a nighttime tee off. The mouse has a 1.5m cable length, and a mini flag, putter and golf ball are included in the $39.99 price.
Read More | Audio Cubes
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Verbatim 96688 Speaker Keyboard
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: PC / Laptop, Peripherals, USB,
Verbatim’s 96668 Keyboard is perfect for people who have now have external speakers with no on/off switch. It features integrated dual stereo with volume and bass keys. It also has back lighting for nighttime illumination with play and pause control on the media console, connects by USB and is compatible with Windows 2000/XP/Vista. The Speaker Keyboard generally sells for about $79.00, but we managed to find one on Amazon with a $20.00 rebate if you purchase before December 23.
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Kaiser Baas Video to DVD Maker
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Misc. Tech, Movies, Portable Audio / Video, USB,
Make this the year that you finally get rid of your old VHS tapes and convert them to discs. Kaiser Baas’ Video to DVD Maker does just what it says. With a simple plug-and-play USB 2.0 interface, connect your player or camcorder. Then capture, edit, and put on DVDs to view or upload to iPod, PSP or YouTube. Compatible with both Mac and PC, the DVD Maker comes with PowerProducer for burning and PowerDirector for uploading. Check with system requirements as old computers may have a problem. In black, white or red, the price is a decent $79.95.
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USB Flash/Jump Drive MP3 Player/FM Tuner
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Music, Portable Audio / Video, Storage, USB,
We are constantly amused by how many electronic devices can be shoved into one functioning unit. This one combines a 1GB MP3 Player, an FM tuner, and a 2.0 flash/jump drive, with a removable cap for access, all in one. It supports MP3 and WMA formats, has a customizable backlit display, and runs on an included AAA battery. Both a stereo music earphone and USB cable are included in the $18.50 price.
Read More | DealExtreme
