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The USB Arrow Optical Mouse

True Gadgets — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:55:18 +0000

Now this is a usb mouse that I can get into. Why does every mouse have to have the same design and shape? They don't and I am a big fan of the arrow shape on this one. It's simple, it's small and it is slick. Why not make your surfing a little more fun. You can purchase this for $12 at USB Brando.

Features:

Resolution: 800dpi

Plug and play

High accuracy and reliability

USB interface

Long using life

Retractable USB cable design

Cable length:
Min. length: 7cm
Max. length: 75cm

2 colors available: Red and Black

Size: 70x138x40mm (approx.)

Weight: 59g

Logitech G19 LCD Gaming Keyboard

True Gadgets — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:38:11 +0000

The Logitech G19 LCD Gaming Keyboard is now available for pre-order from Logitech and you are serious about your gaming you are going to want to stand in line for this one. I love this company and everything they put out seems to amaze me more and more.

Here are some features and specs:

Two powered Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports: Transfer data to and from peripherals—such as MP3 players and flash drives—while also charging battery-powered devices.

Intelligent cable management: Keep mouse, headset, and other cords out of the way by routing them through channels on the underside of the keyboard.

Instant media access: Use the convenient one-touch controls for volume and media playback.

Tiltable, color GamePanel™ LCD: The (320×240) display shows unprecedented levels of information—both in- and out-of-game—including game stats, system information, VOIP communication data, video playback, image slideshows, and many other items.

User-selectable backlit characters: Personalize the keyboard to better fit with the rest of your computer and gaming equipment, and easily locate keys—even in the dark.

Twelve fully programmable G-keys with three macros per key: Program up to 36 single keypresses or complex macros; use the MR key to record new macros on-the-fly.

Multi-key input: Use up to five keys at once to perform multiple complex actions.

Game/desktop mode: Disable the Windows/Context Menu keys so they won’t interrupt your game if pressed accidentally.

Centrios Wireless Optical Mouse

True Gadgets — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:49:23 +0000

I just picked up one of these over the weekend from The Source. It was on sale for $20, not a bad deal for a wireless optical mouse. My thoughts, it's nice and small and the usb stick and mouse connect with one another with no problems at all. The mouse is working perfect on the three tables we are using our laptop on so it's nice and smooth with no problems at all. We are not using a mouse pad. If you look at the front that black shiny part is where the USB stick goes when not using it so you have no fear of losing it. It just pops out when you push the silver button on top. The only draw is that it takes two AAA batteries so I am not sure how long they will last, we have rechargeables so it's not an issue. For $20, you can beat it.

Logitech V550 Nano Clip and Go Mouse

True Gadgets — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 06:31:43 +0000

Logitech has just released a new wireless mouse called the V550 Nano. Which uses a tiny USB receiver that you can leave plugged into your notebook USB port without worrying about it snapping off.

Also, you can dock the mouse to your notebook using the provided clip that you see there. Its apparently easy to attach and easy to remove, although I'm not sure what kind of stickum is used to provide said adhesion.

Clip-and-Go dock: Allows you to clip your mouse to your notebook and go. Easy-to-attach, easy-to-remove dock is compatible with all notebooks. (To learn more, please click the video tutorial link located on the right side of this page.) Now, you’ll have one less thing to carry.

Plug-and-Forget Nano-receiver: Barely larger than a coin, the Nano-receiver is so small that once you plug it into your notebook, you can forget about it. Your mouse is always ready to use.

The idea here, according to Logitech, is that you will have one less thing to carry from room to room. This mouse takes the idea of portability to a whole new level because it clips to your notebook. I see. And the price for portability-leveling? It's $59.99.

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Luxeed Dynamic Pixel LED Keyboard

True Gadgets — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:11:58 +0000

No doubt, the Luxeed Dynamic Pixel LED Keyboard is more exciting than its mouthful-of-a-name suggests. That’s because it literally lights up its keys with bright colors. Two colors are available. The white one lets all of the color shine through, while the black lets the chromatic beauty peek through the key font. We’d have ignored this LED keyboard, if it weren’t possible to actually customize the color arrangement through the bundled software, nor if it was impossible to quickly switch between up to 4 arrangements via the 4 special buttons to the top of the arrow keys. This means the keyboard will appeal to aesthetes and gamers alike. Starving artists will probably waste time coming up with creative patterns through the customization software. And giving specific keys a different color is sure to be useful for anybody relying on deadly combos to wipe out the virtual opposition.

Some practical specifics: 15″ x 7.5″ x 1″ (width by length by thickness). Customization software works only on Windows XP or Vista. The keyboard costs $200, but lacks a numeric keypad—which is available as an add-on for $35. (thinkgeek.com)

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Amex Digital Offers Portable DVD Burner

True Gadgets — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:43:13 +0000

Amex Digital—builder of media centers and the occasional sound card and Skype handset—has announced its new PD-K06e Portable Super Multi Drive, a slim, portable bus-powered DVD burner aimed at folks carrying so-called "netbooks" and other ultra-portable notebook systems that lack a DVD burner of their own. The PD-K06e operates off power from any available USB port (or from a 5V DC power supply), and supports 20× DVD±R write speeds and 10× write speeds on dual-layer media. The units sports a 2 MB buffer, average access times between 130 and 150 ms, and work

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Microsoft Arc Mouse

True Gadgets — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:59:30 +0000

Microsoft does not only dabble in software, they do have their fingers dipped in hardware as well. Case in point, the range of notebook mice as well as the Microsoft Sidewinder gaming mouse. Today we have a leaked image of a new wireless mouse known as the Microsoft Arc. Scant information is available concerning the Arc at this point in time, but we do know that it features a rear half that folds in order to ease your storage woes when traveling. You will be able to pick up this interesting looking hardware this holiday season for $59.95 a pop.

Source: EverythingUSB

Waterproof Keyboard

True Gadgets — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:41:32 +0000

It's entirely waterproof, silent and contaminant proof. "The sealed and rigid surface is ideal for industrial, marine, and medical use, as well as other applications where moisture, cleaning, and durability are a consideration." It is also practical for court rooms where nobody wants to hear the noise of an old keyboard clacking away while both lawyers lie through their teeth. Some of the features of the Really Cool Keyboard include a ealed silicone design for dust-free, contaminant-free and water-resistant use, leans with soap and water, no moving parts to minimize failures and tactile feedback similar to standard keyboard. And it has a lifetime warranty. How many college students wish they had one of these when a beer got spilt onto their keyboard or dropped a huge slice of pizza on it? I've gone through a couple myself.

Retro Computer Coffee Table

True Gadgets — Mon, 26 May 2008 08:50:10 +0000

If you aren't much into coffee table books like Cosmos Kramer is then maybe the Coffee Table Computer from Retro-Tech is up your alley. Just put in a DVD or watch your fish tank screen saver without having to get out of your chair or couch. It features a touch screen, an HD TV connection, a wireless keyboard and mouse and 19" Wide Angle LCD Screen. The information on their website says they can come with a computer or without. They are hoping to have them released within a few months.

Pimp Your D-Link Router

True Gadgets — Fri, 02 May 2008 05:52:01 +0000

So your router is boring, join the club. It doesn't have to be though and you can be the talk of the router world with your very own personal d-link router skin. "D-Link and Skinit now offer customers the option to customize their routerswith some 3000 designs, including fashion designs, sports teams, colleges, tattoo art, initials, symbols, and corporate logos, as well as the ability to import a personal photo using the Skinit custom design tool." How easy is it? Got me, I chose a router then the Yankees and it was a no go because of licence issues. Same thing when I chose the Washington Capitals plus they had their old logo. They played all year with the good old red, white and blue. That aside they look cool and you can create your on so go for it.

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