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Kenwood UD-E77WSD Audio System

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Music, USB,

We have long been a fan of Kenwood, so it is nice to see they are offering a compact system. The UD-E77WSD has a CD player and SD slot for 32GB cards and a USB port for downloading tunes from your other SD cards or DAP. The system supports AAC, WMA, MP3, and WAV files as well as 24bit DAC high resolution sound. The player features Kenwood’s Supreme Technology and comes with a remote that is probably more difficult to use than the system itself.

USB Warming Mouse Pad

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop, Peripherals,

We know this is a bit cutesy, but the useful USB 2.0/1.1 Warming Mouse Pad can heat up your mouse, hand, or new kitten. The glove supports both Windows and Mac and either optical or trackball peripheral. The device heats up 15º in only 5 minutes. Made of wool and cotton, it has a convenient hole for the cord. At a size of 29 x 33cm and a weight of 83g, it comes with a 120cm cable and a price of $22.00.

Bendiboards Flexible Keyboards

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Video Games, USB,

Bendiboards are heavy duty, waterproof keyboards. Available in White or Black Space Invaders or the Union Jack, they are lightweight, ultra slim, and can be rolled up to take traveling. The keyboard material makes for silent typing as well as making it more ergonomic than your average plastic. Connectible by PS2 or USB port, the company will place your logo on the retroboards for a minimum order amount. Bendiboards carry a MSRP of £19.99 (~$40.00.)

StarTech USBVGADOCK

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop,

StarTech’s USBVGADOCK converts a single USB 2.0 port into multiple connections, including a VGA, 10/100 RJ45 network, dual audio, and four extra USB 2.0 ports. It has a 1600x1200, 32 bit resolution on a connected VGA monitor. Think of the advantage of switching between your notebook and home desktop PC with the disconnection of only one cord. The converter/adapter is available from the company for $129.99.

LG HT33S Home Theater System

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Movies, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB,

LG has revealed its home theater system, the 2.1 channel HT33S. The glossy black exterior houses iPod docking, an optical port for sound, and the ability to convert standard def DVDs to HD1080p through HDMI upscaling. DivX, DVD, CD, MP3, WMA and JPEG are all compatible via USB. Finally, CD files can be converted to MP3 and saved as well. Presented at the IFA 2008 and tuned by audio expert Mark Levinson, look for an October release of the system.

USB Flash Drive Finger

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Design, Storage,

Finger Flash Drive We came across Jason’s Creations on Etsy and dug his USB Flash Drive Fingers. He describes them as both “cool and creepy.” We agree. There are four of them at this point, each plug and play and test driven. Pick one for $20.00 or look at his other ideas that include a Han Solo Carbonite USB Flash Drive, various strange coaster sets, and a lamp made from a Sobe Green Tea bottle with LEDs.

HiVision miniNote Linux Laptop

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Hot Deals, PC / Laptop, Wireless / WiFi, USB,

miniNote Laptop They keep on getting cheaper. Based on a public Chinese low cost case mold, HiVision’s miniNote Linux Laptop has a MIPS based processor, a SDHC card reader, Firefox browser support, Abiword processor, and Skype ability. It also has WiFi, 1GB flash storage, Ethernet compatibility, 3 USB ports, and audio in and out. Of course, automatic software updates are included. The kicker is the fact that it will only cost you $98.00. Take that, Nick Negroponte.

Q-Car USB Flash Drive and Racing Car Mouse

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Storage,

Even if your first car is a gas-guzzling SUV, you can show the world that you mean well with the Q-Car USB 2.0 Flash Drive. The device holds 8GB memory is only 65 x 25mm and weighs 15g. Available in blue only, it carries a price of $49.00. And if you really want to impress, a Racing Car Mouse is also available for plug and play with a price of $14.50 in four different colors.

Panasonic DIGA Series Blu-ray Player/Burner

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Misc. Tech, Movies, USB,

Panasonic DMR-BW930 Panasonic has come up with 3 DIGA Series Blu-ray disc players/burners. With built-in HDD, each has a dual digital TV tuner, a USB port, an HDMI output, a SD/SDHC card slot, and supports DTS-HD Master/ Dolby NR TrueHD/Dolby Digital plus codecs. Available September 1, the DIGAS have a writing speed of 6X in AVCHD (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) format. Select between the DMR-BW930 model with 1TB, the BW830 with 500 GB, or the BW730 that holds 320GB. Prices start at € 900 (~$1,328.00.)

Freecom MediaPlayer XS

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Movies, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB,

MediaPlayer XM Connect Freecom’s MediaPlayer XS to a USB 2.0 hard drive or stick, put the other end into your TV and you got game. The remote-controlled device is palm sized at 91 x 67 x 21mm and is compatible with most AV files including MPEG-1, 2 or 4, DivX, Xvid, and MP3/WMA/WAV audio files. Have a digital slide show or watch a movie or music video. Included in the deal are firmware upgrades and free helpdesk support. The XS comes with connection cables, power adapter, and a price of € 89,000 (~$132.00.)

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