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The SB Combo Bar combines a card reader that supports MS Duo, SDHC, SD, MicroSD and M2 without adapters, a 90º, twistable 3 port hub and a thermometer that displays temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit. At a size of 100 x 32 x 32mm, it has a blue LED indicator and connects to your USB port. While we are not sure why the thermometer was added into the device, it certainly doesn’t hurt. The bar comes with an extension cable and a price of $15.50.
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| Gadget4all
Gallery: SB Combo Bar With Thermometer
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The USB Cell Phone Booster plugs into your laptop’s USB port and improves voice and data within 5 ft. Set it up to 25 ft. away from the base unit and you can get a signal strength of up to 2 bars for any cellie or iPhone, if you have at least one bar. The booster, with microprocessor-controlled amplification, also has 100% faster download speeds for 3G data cards and should improve call clarity. It is compatible with almost every carrier in the U.S. and Canada. At a size of 5 x 1.5 x 0.9-inches, the booster will be out in a couple of weeks and can be yours for $99.99.
Read More | ThinkGeek
Gallery: USB Cell Phone Booster
Logitech Cooling Pad N100, Notebook Riser N110
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, USB,
Logitech has announced two new accessories for your notebook. The Cooling Pad adds extra airflow with a slotted surface and a USB fan. The N100 utilizes rear air intake and its enclosed construction protects from damage or dust. It will be out this month for $29.99. The Notebook Riser does what its name implies and can also be used with peripherals. It can be used at a 20, 30, or 40% angle and has a rubber-soled swivel base. The N110 will be available in May, also for $29.99.
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Gallery: Logitech Cooling Pad N100, Notebook Riser N110
Dexim Shu-Lip USB Charger
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Portable Audio / Video,
We have shown you a ton of iPod shuffle 3G accessories that are mostly in-line headphones, docks or basic speakers, so it is nice to find something unique. Dexim’s Shu-Lip can charge your music player via USB 2.0. Compatible with both PC and Mac, it is made of aluminum, can sync with iTunes and comes at a price of $9.90. Contact Dexim for more information and availability.
Read More | Dexim
Gallery: Dexim Shu-Lip USB Charger
Scosche solCHAT Phone Speaker
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smartphones, Misc. Tech, Wireless / WiFi, USB,
Scosche’s new Bluetooth phone speaker has been dubbed solCHAT. Its lithium-ion battery recharges with a solar panel. The 3 button device also has integrated voice technology to identify incoming names and numbers and can talk the user through the set-up. When a phone is out of range, the eco-friendly solChat powers down and reconnects when in range. The speaker comes with a USB cable, car adapter, windshield suction cup and sun visor clip at a price of $99.99.
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Gallery: Scosche solCHAT Phone Speaker
Elecom Japan Scope Node M-SN1UL Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Peripherals, USB,
Elecom Japan has come up with what they feel is a mouse that is as close to providing “pen and Paper” precision as one can get. The 3-button Scope Node M-SN1UL is certainly high end with a 1600dpi laser sensor that is off-center to simulate where a pen point would be located in your hand. The USB mouse is compatible with both Windows and Mac. Available in black, mat silver or glossy silver, expect a price of ¥6,000 (~$61.00.)
Read More | Elecom (translated) via Akihabara News
Gallery: Elecom Japan Scope Node M-SN1UL Mouse
500XL Desktop Speakers
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB,
You love your iPod earbuds and now you can have them 500 times larger with these 500XL Desktop Speakers. Described as “bigger, better, louder, cooler,” they include a built-in amp. Each speaker is 8.75 x 9.5 x 4.5-inches with 3W power. Connect by USB (cord included,) batteries or wall plug (not included.) Pick up a set of the gargantuan earbuds for $39.99 but don’t put them too close to your iPod or your originals may be jealous.
Read More | Perpetual Kid
Gallery: 500XL Desktop Speakers
Russian software hobbyist Cherkes Mihail has devised Check Flash. This free program can be downloaded so that you can test the speed of your current flash drive or others and format them if you wish. It is not necessary to use an empty drive although some of the tests will blank them, so the creator has kindly included the ability to pass command line switches and allow batch processing. Check out his home page for other tests and ideas.
Read More | Cherkes Mihail
Gallery: Test Drive Speed with Check Flash
Microsoft has unveiled a Notebook Cooling Base with flip-up stand, a first for the company. Only 1.16-inches thick, it is curved so that it will fit on a desk or lap if adjusted 90º. The USB-powered fan has a built-in height adjustment, comes in black and white, and is lightweight and compact at a size of 11.4 x 11.4-inch. It should be out around November at a price of about $30.00.
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Gallery: Microsoft Notebook Cooling Base
How literally and figuratively green is this? The device is both a re-chargeable battery and USB charger. The single pack comes with one battery and charger for £17.95 (~$ 25.00.) The double pack includes a double charger and two batteries for £24.95 (~$35.00) and will fit into one USB port. The description doesn’t say how long a charge takes or how long the batteries will last, but hey, you always have an extra port, don’t you?
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