Apple iPod Nano @ Bytesector
Bytesector :: Monday, January 30, 2006
“Where would the world be without the iPod? Students would be paying attention in class, commuters would be reading books, Steve Jobs wouldn’t be nearly as rich and no one, absolutely no one, would think white headphones are in any way symbolic of anything, like “I’ve got an iPod” or, “I’ve got an iPod. Rob me.” With the hugely successful iPod Mini riding the crest of the retail wave, and Jobs laughing all the way to the bank, the minds at Apple decided they couldn’t just sit back and bask in the…”
Logitech Bluetooth MX5000 Laser Desktop
Bytesector :: Monday, January 30, 2006
“Logitech has designed a great many keyboards and mice that have met and exceeded the expectations of their users on both functional and ergonomic levels. Today, I have the opportunity to take a look at their latest, very functional keyboard/mouse combo package dubbed the MX5000 Laser Desktop. This package includes Logitech’s greatly loved MX1000 Laser mouse, which offers precision mousing and their MX5000 media keyboard which offers extreme control over media playback. These two devices are brought together by Bluetooth 2.0 using Logitech’s mini receiver. My expectations are high for this wireless media desktop combination package from Logitech because my experience with their products has been consistently positive. Let’s see if this product lives up to their reputation and my expectations.”
Logitech MX518/MX1000
Phoronix :: Monday, January 30, 2006
Summary: “Logitech is certainly no newcomer to the mouse industry, as they have been making input devices to satisfy everyone from gamers to general-purpose users for years. The mice we have our hands on today for testing is their MX518 and MX1000 models. The MX518 is their battle-tested optical performer while the MX1000 is their premiere laser cordless mouse.”
Logitech MX 3100 Desktop
Designtechnica :: Monday, January 30, 2006
“Logitech never ceases to amaze us with their solid input device offerings, and the Cordless Desktop MX 3100 is no exception. The keyboard feels great to type on and has a plethora of shortcut buttons, and the MX 1000 mouse is one of our Editor’s Choice Award winners. Finally, you can get it bundled with a keyboard, so there’s no need for multiple receivers.”
Creative Zen Vision:M
t-break :: Sunday, January 29, 2006
“The sound quality on the Vision:M really stands out. We thought that the MicroPhoto produced good quality output, however, the Vision:M certainly excels in this department and sounds really really good. You also have the option of setting the five band equalizer to get the output you like while Bass Boost provides a nice kick and smart volume takes card of those sudden increases in sound levels when switching between audio tracks or watching a commercial in the middle of your recorded TV show.”
Wicked Lasers Spyder Series™ Portable OEM Lasers
MVK Tech :: Sunday, January 29, 2006
“Wicked Lasers is proud to introduce the most unique and innovative portable lasers available in the market. Wicked Lasers has designed and manufactured a brand of lasers for the avid laser enthusiast as well as the serious laser professional. The Spyder Series from Wicked Lasers is the next generation of portable laser technology. Available in two colors, green laser up to 300mW, and blue laser up to 40mW, the Spyder Series is the one and only definitive laser, made by laser specialists for laser specialists. On top of that the Spyder Series lasers provide extreme levels of performance and stability”
Logitech QuickCam for Notebooks Deluxe Webcam Review
Laptop Gamers :: Sunday, January 29, 2006
It’s small and you can hide it in the palm of your hand. What is it? It’s the Logitech quickcam, for notebooks deluxe. It’s the smallest webcam I have seen. The specifications that I have read are very impressive, but will it stand up to the test?
Palm LifeDrive
Designtechnica :: Wednesday, January 25, 2006
“The Palm LifeDrive is the first of what we hope will be many “Mobile Managers” by the once king of PDAs. The heart of the LifeDrive concept is integrating a micro hard drive into the PDA. If you ever thought it would be nice to have your essential PIM information in the same device as your pictures and music, all rolled up in a clean interface, your answer may have arrived.”
Getting Started with Video Editing: Cheap Software
PC Mechanic :: Wednesday, January 25, 2006
Video editing is taking the world by storm. Everywhere you look, you see videos made by average people. If you just bought a DV camcorder and want to show the world or your family what it’s seeing, you need video editing software. It’s possible some software was included with the camcorder, but you might want to take a look at the options before jumping in.
Is allofmp3.com Legal?
ABXZone :: Tuesday, January 24, 2006
allofmp3.com is a Russian service operating under the laws of Russia. The service differs from most in that it offers downloads based on how many Mb’s are downloaded rather than on the number of songs, albums, etc., common with other sites. Currently, the cost for U.S. customers is $0.02/Mb, which translates to roughly $0.10/song or $1.50/album. Users deposit money to their account and add to it as charges are made. Payments may be made by credit card or electronic services such as PayPal. User comments indicate that allofmp3 is a reliable service and the quality of downloads is excellent.”
“The United States and Russia are at opposite extremes in the area of copyright law. The United States takes a very strict approach to copyright infringement and is among the most strict in the world. Russian copyright law is among the least strict. This allows allofmp3 to operate successfully.
Note: This is an attorney’s opinion who is also a computer enthusiast, and a member of our site
Logitech diNovo Laptop Keyboard Mouse Review
Laptop Gamers :: Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Apple iPod 5G (Video, 30GB) Review @ WindowsAtoZ.com
Windows A to Z :: Sunday, January 22, 2006
Panasonic TH-42PX500U Plasma HDTV
Home Theater Magazine :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
I must admit, I was a bit skeptical. Or perhaps wary is a better description. Thirteen months ago, in these very pages, I reviewed a stellar Panasonic plasma, the TH-42PX25. It had the best black level and contrast ratio to date for a plasma. We even gave it our Best Flat-Panel Display RAVE Award for 2005. It was $6,000. A mere year later, its replacement model—the TH-42PX500U—has almost identical specs and is $3,500. My penchant for sushi notwithstanding, I was expecting something fishy.
Logitech G7 Laser Cordless Mouse Review
Hardware-Pacers :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
Logitech G7 Gaming Mouse @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
“As opposed to having a greenish exterior, the company has adopted a more black exterior to give it a more gaming-ready feel. Logitech representatives said the change was due to internal discussions and not necessarily what gamers demanded, but we must admit that the new color scheme does look better than Logitech’s initial offering.”
Samsung SGH-e635 Cell Phone @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
“The times are changing again, it seems. A while back, as technology progressed, we moved from the traditional old cell phones with an unattractive look to sleek and sleeker models that we use today. Majority of the latest phones have a built-in camera, bright screen, sleek appearance, and they are more or less a fashion accessory in addition to being a productive communications tool.”
Lexar JumpDrive Secure II ‘File Shredder’ Drive Review
Everything USB :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
“In today’s world of corporate espionage, identity theft and general paranoia, it’s vital that any portable documents are secured in case the flash drive they’re stored on is lost or stolen. There’s a bunch of products out there that do this, but many are limited in their functionality and even crippled by lack of cross-platform software. Today we’re reviewing Lexar’s JumpDrive Secure II, a drive that looks to solve all these problems.”
Panasonic PT-AE900U LCD Projector
Home Theater Magazine :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
The PT-AE900U is the follow-up to the PT-AE700U that Geoffrey Morrison reviewed back in our March 2005 issue. That model received generally good marks but exhibited some of the shortcomings common to LCD projection technology. The new 900 projector retains many of its predecessor’s positive attributes while improving, sometimes dramatically, on its few shortcomings.
As with the PT-AE700U, Panasonic has included ample adjustments to tailor the projector to your room and your viewing preferences. Physical adjustments include adjustable feet, a 2x optical zoom lens, and the same joystick-style manual lens shift that Morrison praised on the PT-AE700U. This joystick provides more precise movement of the image to center it on your screen. To further aid in the setup process, the menu system includes adjustments for keystone, horizontal/vertical lens position, overscan, and desk/ceiling and front/rear placement options.
IceMat 2nd Edition Black Mousepad Review
Techgage :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
Quote: If you are on the lookout for a new mousepad, look no further! We are taking a look at the 2nd edition of the popular IceMat, which is made of pure glass for an ultra smooth glide. It may be pricey, but it a hard mousepad to compete with.
Logitech Finally Releases Firmware Upgrade for Laser Gaming Mice @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Saturday, January 21, 2006
“There’s finally some good news from Logitech in regards to laser technology in its G5 and G7 laser mice, and the surface tracking issues they were prone to. On November 24th, Logitech issued a firmware upgrade for G5, the wired counterpart to the cordless G7. While we appreciate Logitech’s stance against the issue, and its decision to release a firmware upgrade to remedy the problem, what has us confused is a sudden change in Logitech’s strategy.”
Exclusive: Fujifilm’s Labelflash Technology on CDRinfo.com
CDRInfo :: Friday, January 20, 2006
CDRInfo presents a brief introduction to Fujifilm’s LabelFlash technology, which allows creation of labels on both sides of a DVD disc, using the laser on your PC DVD burner, the NEC ND-4551A in our case.
Logitech V200 Laptop Mouse Review
Laptop Gamers :: Friday, January 20, 2006
Saitek Eclipse Special Red Edition Illuminated Keyboard at 3DXtreme
3dXtreme :: Thursday, January 19, 2006
I loved the Eclipse the first time around – I love it even more now. The red backlighting made it easier to see the keys in the dark. The feel and action of the keyboard hasn’t changed just the color of the backlight. If you are gaming or just typing in low light situations this keyboard is perfect for that type of usage. I work until 2am so late night gaming and surfing is my primary usage. Once again we award Saitek with the Editor’s Choice Award on making the best better!
Sexy CE Products for Women @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Thursday, January 19, 2006
“We’ve all seen products that are designed for “men”, despite the fact that more and more consumer electronics devices are becoming sleek and stylish enough that the stereotype that majority of the CE devices are designed and targeted at men doesn’t hold true, but apparently X2 believes otherwise.”
Samsung SPP-2040 Digital Photo Printer Review
Futurelooks :: Wednesday, January 18, 2006
The Samsung Digital Photo Printer SPP-2040 is a compact direct printing solution compatible with digital cameras, PCs, Cell phones and seven different types of memory cards. They claim it is easy to use, but is it?
Future of MP3 Players is Video @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Wednesday, January 18, 2006
“MP3 players are another stagnant category of consumer electronics devices that have seen the end of innovation, or have they? After all, the audio quality is pretty much at its peak, the battery life is beyond acceptable (though it could always improve), the onboard features have crossed sane limits and the hybridization of a portable audio player with FM tuner, text viewer and image viewer has been pushed far too much as well.”
Samsung SPP-2040 Digital Photo Printer Review
Futurelooks :: Monday, January 16, 2006
The Samsung Digital Photo Printer SPP-2040 is a compact direct printing solution compatible with digital cameras, PCs, Cell phones and seven different types of memory cards. They claim it is easy to use, but is it?
Review: Logitech G7
Primo Tech :: Sunday, January 15, 2006
The G7 is Logitech’s newest addition to their line of wireless mice. While it can be used in virtually any application, it is geared toward gamers or professionals in need of the high precision.
The mouse is advertised as ‘designed by gamers, for gamers’ and after a few weeks of use, it is apparent this is really where the mouse shines. The mouse takes on the same shape of the MX 500, 700 and 900 series mice, but has been streamlined and refined to be more ideal for gaming environments.
Logitech mm50 Speaker System for Apple iPod
Bona Fide Reviews :: Sunday, January 15, 2006
“The Apple iPod has become a cultural phenomenon, with an estimated 30 million units sold in 2005. Almost everybody has one or wants one, and this huge user base has spawned a growing peripherals business. Among the most popular add-ons are compact portable speaker systems which allow the user to un-tether from his/her headphones and share their music with others.” Image: check it out
Nikon Coolpix S3 @ Bytesector
Bytesector :: Sunday, January 15, 2006
“The successor to Nikon’s Coolpix S2, the 6 megapixel Coolpix S3, is a camera that looks very similar to its predecessors with a lot of the same features, such as the Zoom-Nikkor Lens, 17 scene modes, and Nikon’s BSS and D-Lighting features. Since I haven’t reviewed any of the previous offerings, I am simply going to write this review in the perspective of a first time buyer or amateur photographer, since the Coolpix S3 is made for such a purpose and not as a replacement for SLR cameras.”
Canon EOS 5D Digital Camera
Designtechnica :: Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Let’s get it right on the table. The Canon EOS 5D is ridiculously expensive when compared to the 200-plus digital cameras currently available. At $3,299 for the body only, this D-SLR is for Porsche drivers who don’t mind being weighed down by a 2-pound plus camera. We’re reviewing it for a couple of reasons: first the camera offers major breakthroughs that eventually will trickle down to more mainstream models (read that as more affordable). But perhaps most important is the fact we simply could! What red-blooded American wouldn’t want to take a Porsche 911 Carrera 4S for a spinor to try out this over-the-top camera?”
Logitech MX3000 Cordless Desktop @ Techgage
Techgage :: Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Quote: There’s no shortage of keyboards and mice to choose from when you are looking for a purchase. Today we are taking a look at a combo that should prove perfect for media buffs; even better if you have an HTPC!
Logitech G7 Mouse
Designtechnica :: Monday, January 09, 2006
“The Logitech G7 is the current king of the hill in the wireless gaming mouse category. The quick resolution switching, software profiling, and overall responsiveness make the G7 an all-around high performer for gamers. While the G7 does not sport as many buttons as other offerings from Logitech et al., the smooth functionality and convenient cabling options make up for it. Battery life is poor overall, but the quick swappable pair of batteries included makes this oversight forgivable. ”
Palm Treo 700w Preview @ WindowsAtoZ.com
Windows A to Z :: Sunday, January 08, 2006
“Palm has unveiled its first Palm Treo PDA with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5 operating system. It has been a long awaited device and it’s finally here and available to Verizon customers plus some other providers. From what we’ve seen from this hot new device is quite promising. Check out this preview of the Palm Treo 700w to see what it’s all about.”
Canon PowerShot A620 Review @ WindowsAtoZ.com
Windows A to Z :: Sunday, January 08, 2006
“Canon has always been a very good digital camera manufacturer and no doubt they continued that reputation when they designed the Canon PowerShot A620. This camera packs ease-of-use with lots of professional features all inside a lightweight case making it a great choice for the moderate picture taker to enthusiast photographer.”
Samsung SPP-2040 Colour 4″x6″ Photo Printer
PCStats :: Friday, January 06, 2006
“The Samsung SPP-2040 Photo Printer being put through its paces in this PCSTATS review prints 4″x6″ glossy photo’s via the dye sublimation process directly from any of six common flash media formats, incorporates a folding 2″ colour LCD screen for previewing images, and can connect directly to PictBridge-enabled digital cameras. The Samsung SPP-2040 will print a colour 4″x6″ image in about 70 seconds or less at 300x300dpi, and it allows some simple image manipulation without the need for a computer.”
Gateway CX200X Tablet PC Review
Designtechnica :: Friday, January 06, 2006
“The Gateway CX200X is, as the company describes, targeted towards consumers who seek a full-featured notebook PC combined with pen input functionality. While the CX200X certainly delivers in this regard, it is extremely hampered by its bulky size and weight which make it less than desirable to cradle for too long when in tablet mode. Marks are good for performance and features however, helping to keep this convertible from the scrap heap. ”
Panasonic VDR-M55 @ Bytesector
Bytesector :: Friday, January 06, 2006
“While everyone and their pet Chihuahua now have a digital camera, digital camcorders are somewhat of a rarity. One of the reasons for this might be the cost; recording your memories straight to DVD can be pricey. Luckily, Panasonic has the VDR-M55, a fairly basic digital camcorder for those looking for an entry level unit. It’s reliable, easy-to-use, and comes at a decent price.”
Samsung YP-T8Z 1 GB MP3 Player @ TechTastic.ca
TechTastic :: Friday, January 06, 2006
Microsoft Optical Mouse 3000 & 4000 Review
Hardware-Pacers :: Wednesday, January 04, 2006
Canon PowerShot S80 Review
Designtechnica :: Wednesday, January 04, 2006
“The 8MP Canon PowerShot S80 is the latest iteration of the company’s “Goldilocks” cameras. It’s not a simple point-and-shoot digicam neither is it as complicated as a D-SLR. It’s supposed to be just right, targeted to the photographer looking for a high-quality camera that’s easy to use but has enough tweaks to keep dial spinners happy. This compact camera is the replacement for the soon-to-be discontinued 7.1MP S70. Among the good features of the S80 are a wide focal length (28mm), higher movie clip quality, a real-time histogram and enough shooting modes to handle almost anything you can throw at it. It is a bit on the expensive side ($549 list, under $500 real world). Now how does it work in the real world? And are you a Momma, Papa or Baby Bear?”
HP DeskJet 6840 Review
DataFuse :: Wednesday, January 04, 2006
“Yea yea, I know. Printers aren’t very interesting or different, but it seems like HP has decided to step out of the normal. First, they completely trashed the common look of printers, and added a new semi-transparent design. Then, they decided to remove as many wires as possible by throwing in Wi-Fi. Sounds pretty good so far, but are they trying to hide something? ”
Samsung YP-U1 USB Drive Music Player Review @ MODTHEBOX.COM
MODTHEBOX! :: Monday, January 02, 2006
Bluetake Bluetooth Adapter (BT009Si) and Mouse (BT510) Review
Techniz.co.uk :: Monday, January 02, 2006
Logitech MX610 Laser Mouse Review
Techgage :: Monday, January 02, 2006
Quote: If you are going to purchase a top end mouse, chances are that it will have a laser. These mice are no doubt growing fast in popularity, and we are going to take a look at one of Logitechs best, the MX 610. Not only does it have a laser, but it can even notify you of e-mail or IM’s!
