Tech News November 2005

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logitech G7 Laser gaming mouse review
Driver Heaven :: Thursday, December 01, 2005
It’s one thing to build a mouse and keyboard meant for browsing the Internet or sending e-mail back and forth; it?s quite another to build peripherals that can withstand the rigors of competitive PC gaming. At the QuakeCon 2005 show, Logitech unveiled the first of its much-anticipated G-series family of extreme-performance peripherals for PC gamers: the Logitech® G7 Laser Cordless Mouse, the Logitech® G5 Laser Mouse and the Logitech® G15 keyboard. Logitech worked closely with the professional gaming community to identify key product features and technologies that allow gamers to administer performance tuning based on their individual preferences, and deliver unprecedented levels of pixel precision and blazing speed. The cordless G7 and corded G5 mice each feature precision laser tracking, resolution up to 2000 dpi, full-speed USB data transfer, and fast 6.4 megapixels of image processing per second

Logitech G7 Laser Mouse review @ DH
Driver Heaven :: Thursday, December 01, 2005

“It’s one thing to build a mouse and keyboard meant for browsing the Internet or sending e-mail back and forth; it’s quite another to build peripherals that can withstand the rigors of competitive PC gaming. At the QuakeCon 2005 show, Logitech unveiled the first of its much-anticipated G-series family of extreme-performance peripherals for PC gamers: the Logitech? G7 Laser Cordless Mouse…”

Logitech MX5000 Laser Cordless Desktop Review @ Tweaknews.net
Tweaknews :: Tuesday, November 29, 2005

“The recently released MX5000 laser cordless desktop we’re going to take a look at this time is the latest in a long list of Logitech’s desktop products. With impressive specifications and an extensive list of unique features, the MX5000 promises to provide the user with unparalleled functionality and ease of use.”

Icemat 2nd Edition Mouse Pad Review Posted!
Tech ARP :: Monday, November 28, 2005

Quote – “Looking for a large mouse pad that will never warp or move? Then look no further – the Icemat 2nd Edition mouse pad is just the thing!

Take a look at our review of the Icemat 2nd Edition mouse pad and see what’s good and bad with this heavyweight! ”

Logitech MX610 Laser Cordless Mouse @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Monday, November 28, 2005
“Logitech never ceases to amaze us when it comes to innovation in keyboards and mice. Just when you think the world of peripherals is at a standstill, and there’s no way any company could lighten this otherwise dull, yet necessary, market, Logitech always comes up technologies and features that quickly become the standard and a near necessity in our everyday computing lives.”

Bluetake BT510 Mini Mouse and BT009Si Bluetooth Adapter @ Techgage
Techgage :: Monday, November 28, 2005

Quote: The wireless age has brought forth many new products that relieve us of the ever present problems with wired devices. The BT510 Bluetooth mini mouse by BlueTake is a new wireless mouse which offers a small sleek portable design that can be paired with any PC or laptop that boasts the reliable Bluetooth wireless technology. It is portable and simple. Want to know more? Read on!

Logitech QuickCam Fusion Review
Futurelooks :: Saturday, November 26, 2005
Logitech QuickCam Fusion: What a name for a webcam! Can it be as functional as its namesake? Fusion is defined by Webster’s dictionary as “the process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity”. So what can you combine to make a great webcam? Let’s find out!

Saitek Eclipse Illuminated Keyboard @ ThinkComputers.org
Think Computers :: Wednesday, November 23, 2005

“Saitek, a name synonymous with game controllers, joysticks, and other gaming devices. They are not really known for keyboards, but keyboards are gaming controllers too, aren’t they? The 2 big companies who make keyboards are of course Microsoft, and Logitech. The keyboard we are about to take a look at might make those 2 companies go back to the drawing board. The keyboard I’m talking about is the Saitek Eclipse Illuminated Keyboard. This keyboard is branded a gaming keyboard, but it will appeal to almost anyone.”

Kodak CX7530 5.0MP Digital Camera @ ThinkComputers.org
Think Computers :: Tuesday, November 22, 2005

Quote: “Refurbished products, lots of people feel they are ‘cheap’ and unreliable; lots of people will avoid anything with refurbished after its name. Why I don’t know, I have never had a problem with anything that was refurbished, I think it is a great deal, and a great way to get something you really want at a lower price. Computer Geeks (www.geeks.com) carries lots of products that are marked as refurbished, these products are great deals, and I for one look for items that are on clearance or marked refurbished, because, well, having 3 kids just puts a big dent in your wallet and you are always looking for ways to save money on the things you need. Today for review I have a Kodak 5 Megapixel Easy Share digital camera, model CX7530, it is a refurbished product that I have found no problem with in the time I have had it. It is actually not only an excellent buy, but an excellent camera as well for beginner and advanced alike.”

Palm Z22 Handheld @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Tuesday, November 22, 2005
“Palm is back with yet another handheld device that will make you a firm believer in portable computing. The Palm Z22 is based on the Palm OS Garnet 5.4 with 32MB of storage capacity, 200MHz of processor clock speed, 160×160 color screen display, long life rechargeable battery, and power and synchronization adapters.”

Wi-fi mosquito killer?
OCModshop :: Monday, November 21, 2005
A biotechnology company with a specialty in killing mosquitoes is turning to wireless technology and computers to make a killing for itself.

American Biophysics, a small private company based in North Kingstown, R.I., runs a healthy business selling the “Mosquito Magnet,” a system to rid American backyards of biting insects, according to its new CEO Devin Hosea.

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How To Clean Your Keyboard – A Step By Step Guide @ The TechZone
The Tech Zone :: Tuesday, November 15, 2005

In this guide I will show you how to thoroughly clean you keyboard with some simple household items. When you reach the end of this guide, your keyboard should look as clean as it was the day you bought it.

Guide to the Cellular Internet
PC Mechanic :: Tuesday, November 15, 2005
Cellular internet access uses the cell phone network to connect. The performance is limited by the capabilities of the phone and the cell tower it is connected to. That performance could range anywhere from 14.4 kbps to 300+ kbps, but typical digital speeds are 50-120 kbps up/down. 300+ kbps is just starting to arrive in very few cities, but it is expected to continue replacing existing networks.

Logitech G5 Laser Mouse @ Techgage
Techgage :: Tuesday, November 15, 2005

Quote: Logitech has always been a huge player in the peripheral market, even for gamers. Their MX510 and MX518 mice won countless awards and become a favorite among many. Take that design, improve the feel and throw in a laser, and we have the G5. Let’s see how it compares to other mice we have used.

Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5000 Laser @ ThinkComputers.org
Think Computers :: Tuesday, November 15, 2005

Quote: “The last time I took a look at a mouse / keyboard combo from Logitech was the MX 3000 Laser. Today we will be looking at an upgrade to the MX 3000, the MX 50000. The MX 5000 has a better mouse, better keyboard with more features, and something that I have never seen before on a keyboard. The MX 5000 has a lot of cool technologies that you do not see on keyboard / mouse combos. It also uses Bluetooth, so let’s get into the review to see what I’m talking about.”

Memory Pointer Review @ ASE Labs (Second)
ASE Labs :: Tuesday, November 15, 2005

” A powerpoint presentation could be considered the bane of many a college student’s existence. I’m currently working on my Masters at Stevens Institiute in New Jersey, and I still see many Powerpoint classes, as well as lots of sweat-inducing presentations being performed by my fellow geek classmates. Today I’ll be taking a look at BT Logics’ Memory Pointer. It’s definitely a device that many of my teachers and fellow eggheads would surely love to have. Now if these same professors would actually TEACH, instead of just READ directly out of a textbook, we’d all be happy campers… but (as usual) I digress. ”

Memory Pointer Review @ ASE Labs
ASE Labs :: Monday, November 14, 2005

” A powerpoint presentation could be considered the bane of many a college student\’s existence. I\’m currently working on my Masters at Stevens Institiute in New Jersey, and I still see many Powerpoint classes, as well as lots of sweat-inducing presentations being performed by my geek classmates. Today I\’ll be taking a look at BT Logics\’ Memory Pointer. It\’s definitely a device that many of my teachers and fellow eggheads would surely love to have. Now if these same professors would actually TEACH, instead of just READ directly out of a textbook, we\’d all be happy campers… but (as usual) I digress. \”

Guide To New Laptop Technologies @ The TechZone
The Tech Zone :: Sunday, November 13, 2005
For the ordinary computer user keeping abreast of all these new technologies and inventions can be a major chore if you’re considering buying a laptop in the next little while. As you approach the smiling salesperson in your favorite tech store – here’s a few bits of new notebook technology you might want to have in your possession so you won’t look like a complete neophyte. Hey, where technology is concerned, we have all been there, done that.

Icemat 2nd Edition Mouse Pad @ Pro-Clockers
Pro-Clockers :: Sunday, November 13, 2005

Quote: The originally Icemat was hailed the world over my gamers and enthusiasts for its sleek looks, gaming prowess, and the all important part of aiding the experienced gamer in making fragging those noobs just that bit easier. Today I have with me the newer, sleeker and sexier looking Icemat 2nd Edition, let’s see how it does when put through its paces.

Logitech G5 Laser Mouse Review @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Sunday, November 13, 2005
“Few weeks ago, we took an in-depth look at Logitech’s G7 cordless laser mouse, and as always, the G7 was another Logitech product that performed well enough to earn a recommendation, but since it’s one of the latest products from Logitech, the price of the unit, although the value is there, could be too high for the majority of us.”

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-R1 Digital Camera
Designtechnica :: Friday, November 11, 2005
‘This is probably the most anticipated digital camera this season and it’s due to be officially introduced mid-November for under $1,000. The just-introduced 12.8MP Canon EOS 5D ($3,299) was the other object de lust since it’s the world’s “smallest and lightest” full frame D-SLR. With full frame cameras there’s no “digital factor” so all lenses including fish-eyes are their true focal lengths. Before the 5D you’d have to spend seven grand to get this convenience. At this price the 5D is targeted to very serious photographers; the DSC-R1 is for mere mortals.’

BTC 6301URF Low Profile Keyboard & Optical Mouse Combo @ Techniz
Techniz.co.uk :: Friday, November 11, 2005

“The BTC 6301URF low profile keyboard and optical mouse combo is a combo kit for the wireless keyboard and mouse. The 6301URF low profile keyboard and optical mouse combo are sure to be among the most stylish available! The slim and clean styled design is finished in an elegant silver color and features improved usability piano-style hotkeys. The convenient hotkeys allow the user to easily and intuitively adjust to audio volume, navigate the internet, start e-mail or put the system to sleep. Furthermore, this combo was bundle with the battery for operate the keyboard and mouse. If you are looking for quality keyboard and mouse combo that combines fantastic design with great features and high usability, then the 6301URF is the one to choose!.”

Wireless USB Vs. Bluetooth @ The TechZone
The Tech Zone :: Tuesday, November 08, 2005
Wireless USB offers the convenience of Bluetooth with the security and seamless integration of current USB technology. In addition, the first release of Wireless USB (aka WUSB) will allow you to use legacy USB devices wirelessly. Here’s how it will work – you will plug a Wireless USB dongle into your desktop or laptop and then plug the Wireless USB hub into an external power supply – this could range from a few feet to several meters away. Then you could plug your USB devices into the Wireless USB hub and use them as if they were attached directly to your computer. This would be especially useful for a printer, scanner or any other device you might want to share with local computers but not necessarily over a network.

Logitech Harmony 659 Remote @ ThinkComputers.org
Think Computers :: Tuesday, November 08, 2005

Quote: “We all have remotes and a lot of them. We have them for our TV, DVD player, Cable Box, etc. Why do we need all these remotes when we can put them all into one? Well, with Logitech Harmony remotes you can. Today we will be looking at the Logitech Harmony 659 Remote. The 659 features an interactive display, activity buttons, and a backlit glow. So let’s get this review started and see what the 659 can do.”

Transcend JetFlash 120 1GB Flash Drive
Big Bruin :: Monday, November 07, 2005

Quote: I decided to test another feature of the Transcend JetFlash 120 flash drive that is becoming mainstream in the industry. Transcend advertises their flash drives as being “bootable devices.” With little work, I was able to install a scaled-down version of Windows XP onto the flash drive using software called BartPE.

Logitech MX 5000 Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Combo
hardCOREware :: Saturday, November 05, 2005
Keyboards and mice aren’t exactly the first components that come to mind when thinking of what to upgrade next on your PC. However, that doesn’t stop Logitech from constantly introducing new products of the sort.

The latest combo from Logitech is the MX 5000 – it is fully powered by Bluetooth 2, comes with a laser mouse, and one of the most functional keyboards you’ll find.

Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5000 Laser Review @ The TechZone
The Tech Zone :: Saturday, November 05, 2005

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5000 Laser features a built-in LCD on the keyboard that helps people manage the constant flow of information that has become an inherent part of working with computers. The LCD screen can display e-mail and instant message notifications, favorite playlists and Internet radio stations. And by displaying certain information on the LCD – such as the status of the caps lock and F lock keys, volume levels and mute – the keyboard also alleviates visual clutter that would ordinarily be displayed on the computer monitor.

Samsung YH-MT6 1Gb Digital Audio MP3 Player Review @ Tweaknews.net
Tweaknews :: Saturday, November 05, 2005

“As the player snugly rests in my hand I can contemplate just what I can find as a fault with this player. To be honest, I can’t find many. The player in my mind is essentially flawless. Everything works, everything is built well (including the excellent headphones), and the buyer will be happy to find out that this player can be setup and loaded in under 5 minutes thanks to the USB2.0 capability.”

http://www.insanetek.com/review.php?id=152
InsaneTek :: Friday, November 04, 2005

“The power supply is the most important piece of hardware in your system. A newcomer by the name of SinTek steps into the competition with their modular power supply. Do external adjustable potentiometers sound good?”

Logitech G7 Cordless Gaming Mouse
ASE Labs :: Wednesday, November 02, 2005

” PC games: the primary field of computing that has pushed this so-called “productivity box” faster and faster over the years. Sure, you can thank CAD or other CPU-intensive design software as well, but let’s face reality: The most popular PC games are “bleeding-edge” and they thirst for more speed, mucho power, and all the latest technological buzzwords to fully appreciate. PC gamers themselves are pretty hardcore when it comes to computer hardware, and Logitech is obviously well aware of this fact. The G7 Cordless Laser Mouse is their newest mouse made specifically for gamers trying to get an extra advantage out of every peripheral they purchase. ”

Logitech G7 Cordless Gaming Mouse
ASE Labs :: Wednesday, November 02, 2005

” PC games: the primary field of computing that has pushed this so-called “productivity box” faster and faster over the years. Sure, you can thank CAD or other CPU-intensive design software as well, but let’s face reality: The most popular PC games are “bleeding-edge” and they thirst for more speed, mucho power, and all the latest technological buzzwords to fully appreciate. PC gamers themselves are pretty hardcore when it comes to computer hardware, and Logitech is obviously well aware of this fact. The G7 Cordless Laser Mouse is their newest mouse made specifically for gamers trying to get an extra advantage out of every peripheral they purchase. ”

Apple Video iPod Review @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Wednesday, November 02, 2005
“The device that generated the most press and the most media hype in the last few months has been Apple’s iPod. It’s not because it’s the most successful player in the market (though that worked to Apple’s advantage), but mainly because the rumors have abounded for months regarding the video iPod.”

Kodak EasyShare One Digital Camera
Designtechnica :: Wednesday, November 02, 2005
‘Wi-Fi is all the rage. It’s moved from geeks to mainstream, especially when a hardly cutting-edge company like Kodak introduces a Wi-Fi- enabled digital camera. The EasyShare One lets you email pictures from the camera and connect to the Kodak EasyShare Gallery (formerly Ofoto) using the 802.11b protocol. Once on the site you can alert folks that you have images to share and access all of your images. Kodak is working with T-Mobile so you have 6,000 hotspots across the U.S. to choose from to beam your images to the outside world. Or if that’s not your cup of latte you can simply beam photos to your Wi-Fi enabled laptop or printer. The new 4-megapixel digicam goes beyond offering wireless connectivity. The camera has 256MB of internal memory so it holds up to 1,500 images, making it a portable digital photo album. It also has a huge swivelling 3-inch touch-screen LCD for framing and reviewing your Kodak moments.’

SanDisk Digital Audio Player – Revisited @ TheTechLounge
The Tech Lounge :: Wednesday, November 02, 2005

“Since I have written my review on the Sandisk MP3 player, certain events had occurred which has shed more light on my review. After some use the backlight burnt out on the MP3 player. The Sandisk hotline was most helpful in getting me a replacement MP3 player and paid shipping in full.

Upon the arrival of my new MP3 player, I noticed several differences in the packages. First off, the earbuds that used to have uneven leads have been replaced by a much nicer pair of earbuds. The new earbuds have even length wire leads and stay in your ear quite well. Kudos for this go to Sandisk. Not all changes were good though…”

Lenovo ThinkPad X41 Tablet PC Review @ CoolTechZone.com
CoolTechZone :: Tuesday, November 01, 2005

“The tablet PC is yet to take off despite Microsoft’s best efforts. Microsoft has tried everything in its power to promote the usage of table PC, but it all seemed to fail until someone came out with the convertible concept. The devices look like notebooks, except that they have swivel screens that are useful and downright sleek. Not to mention you can write and send handwritten notes to anyone, anytime.”

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