Posts Tagged ‘Office Gadgets’
Bullet Space Pen writes underwater
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News, Technology on December 29th, 2009
You may have spotted the bullet shaped USB drive that made its way onto the site only a few days ago. If you decided to pick one up, you’ll need one of these space pens to finish off the set. It not only looks like a bullet, but it can manage to write under conditions that a normal pen wouldn’t survive. All of that is thanks to a special cartridge that’s placed in all Fisher pens including this one.
That cartridge was designed to be used in the zero gravity environment while in space. It can write at absolutely any angle, including upside down and is capable of writing while you’re underwater. Now if only you could get your notepad to survive underwater. It can also write on top of grease and oil and when it’s dealing with extreme temperatures. The specialized thixotropic ink can also write three times longer than if you were using just normal ink. You can purchase the .375 Caliber Bullet Space Pen for $24.95 from Vat 19.
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Acer introduces TravelMate Timeline series
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News, Technology on December 23rd, 2009
Acer has rolled out its new TravelMate Timeline series of notebook computers that will target business customers as well as those who want a machine with no-nonsense performance and reliability at all times. They will come in the form of the TravelMate Timeline 8571, 8471 and 8371, where all models are ultra-thin mobile workhorse notebooks that boast prolonged productivity. Powered by a long lasting six-cell battery, you will be able to enjoy up to eight hours of juice when used in conjunction with Acer PowerSmart Manager – of course, we can safely assume that some features such as Wi-Fi is turned off and a lower screen brightness if maximum battery length is to be achieved.
You will be able to choose from a range of Intel Core 2 Duo processors that support Intel 64 architecture, while the staple Intel GS45 Express chipset graces the notebooks to offer enough graphical firepower for everyday office use (as well as the odd casual game, but don’t expect these puppies to run Crysis or any other high-powered title. Depending on your choice, you can pick from either 3GB or 4GB of fast SDRAM, while security for the data within (being a business notebook and all) is enhanced thanks to the Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution.
As with any other business person, it is of utmost importance that you are able to remain in touch with the home office as well as clients virtually wherever you are to be at your most efficient. The Acer TravelMate Timeline notebooks does not disappoint, as it is a snap to browse websites, check email or make VOIP calls via a wide host of communications options which range from 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N WLAN to Bluetooth and gigabit LAN. With an integrated webcam, you are able to hold face-to-face interactions and videoconferencing sessions as well. Depending on the model number the screen sizes range from 13.3, 14.1 to 15.6″, with prices starting from $899 to $999.
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D-Link unveils DIR-412 3.5G Wireless Router
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News, Technology on December 19th, 2009
Anyone who deals with networking and wireless products would definitely have chanced upon the name D-Link, and recently D-Link Middle East has a new wireless router for the masses – the DIR-412 3.5G Wireless Router. For those who are in the market for a new wireless router, why not consider the D-Link brand if you’ve been using other names so far? That is, assuming you are having problems with the other marques, of course, otherwise there is no need to reinvent the wheel in such a case. The DIR-412 comes across as a diminutive 3.5G router which enables users to share a 3.5G Internet connection via a secure, high-speed wireless network whenever one hooks up a 3.5G USB adapter to it. This ought to get those frequent travelers sitting upright at such news, since it offers unprecedented connectivity options regardless of where you go – just make sure your 3.5G data-enabled account has unlimited data and the cheapest roaming charges around beforehand.
The DIR-412 comes with integrated Wireless N 150 technology, boasting increased speed and range while enabling one to hook to a DSL/cable modem in order for it to function as a primary or backup link. Apart from that, the DIR-412 also supports WAN failover to ensure uninterrupted connection by connecting users to a 3.5G network automatically in the event where the WAN connection is lost or dropped.
According to Harrison Albert, Regional Sales Director at D-Link Middle East, “The DIR-412 is excellent for situations where conventional forms of network access are less than convenient. With the transition to wireless, this device provides users with an affordable 3.5G option that is also highly dependable.”
Security-wise, you need not fret too much as the DIR-412 boasts advanced network security with WPA/WPA2 encryption, while offering flexible coverage with multiple frequency support. Setting up the device in terms of security is but a simple affair, where all you need to do is press the WPS button which is located conveniently above the router to get seucrity up and running. In addition, D-Link has thrown in dual-active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to prevent potential attacks and intrusions from across the Internet in the DIR-412. Sounds like a dream device, eh?
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The Emperor 1510 is one awesome seat of power
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News, Technology on December 15th, 2009
Some of you may remember the If Blofeld was a gamer article that we posted a while ago that brought the Emperor 200 from NovelQuest into the spotlight. This was at CES last January, and it cost a hefty price of about $40,000.
I’m not certain how much reception the company received over that product, but I can tell you that I really don’t have 40 grand to spare. Perhaps this is why they developed the Emperor 1510, which costs $4,000.
Yes, that is about one tenth of the price, and from what I have read, it looks like it does essentially the same things. It appears to have the 3 big LCD monitors, and I hope it has the touchscreen control center.
I had a chance to try it out at CES last year, and I remember playing a very cool game on it that really made me feel like I was in the heart of the action.
I would imagine that the station is called the Emperor because the Emperor from the Star Wars movies would have absolutely loved this. In fact, this beats out that big old chair he sat in in the Return of the Jedi by far. Remember how he had to tell someone to fire the big gun? With the Emperor 1510, the wrinkly ugly guy could have just aimed and fired on his own.
There is a rumor going around that the Prince of Dubai has already ordered something like ten of these. If you have the money to spare, then you should be able to order them up now.
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Seagate Pulsar SSD now out
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News, Technology on December 12th, 2009
Seagate’s latest foray into the world of SSDs has resulted in the Seagate Pulsar drive, making it the first product in its new enterprise solid state drive (SSD) family. The Pulsar was specially designed for enterprise blade and general server applications, where it relies on single-level cell (SLC) technology to deliver up to 200GB capacity. Despite all the storage space within, it was built in a 2.5-” small form factor with a SATA interface.
According to Dave Reinsel, IDC group vice president, “To deliver and serve the enterprise SSD marketplace effectively, it is critical for suppliers to understand the needs of their storage system customers with respect to design, manufacturing, supply chain delivery, and support. With its well-established OEM and eco-system relationships and a long history of serving global storage OEMs, Seagate is in a unique position to fortify its leading enterprise storage position with its entry into the enterprise solid state storage market.”
The Pulsar SSD is no slouch when it comes to high level performance that many companies and organizations ask for, where it delivers the necessary performance, reliability and endurance which are able to match the application environments of enterprise blade and general servers. Capable of hitting a peak performance of up to 30,000 read IOPS and 25,000 write IOPS, 240MB/s sequential read and 200 MB/s sequential write, the Pulsar’s SLC-based design helps optimize reliability and endurance while providing a .44% AFR rating with a 5-year limited warranty. To make sure your data remains safer within, the Pulsar drive leverages Seagate’s enterprise storage expertise which helps it prevent data loss just in case of a power failure.
Seagate has already started to ship Pulsar units to selected OEMs in September 2009, and the company holds the distinction of being the first enterprise HDD vendoe to deliver an enterprise-class SSD solution. Gues we are all looking forward to what the Pulsar can do for those with large organizations and want nothing more than reliability as well as performance crammed in a single solution, eh?
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ZyXEL offers first fixed LTE CPE/SOHO router in the world
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News on December 8th, 2009
ZyXEL is at the forefront of networking technology yet again in the consumer electronics segment with their latest release, touted to be the first fixed LTE (Long Term Evolution) CPE/SOHO router in the world. The model, known as the ZLR-2070S, is basically an all-in-one, multi-service gateway which leverages compact, system-on-a-chip (SoC) technology in order to deliver cost-effective, non-FPGA-based LTE connectivity to the masses. For those who are interested to know what the ZyXEL ZLR-2070S is capable of, you might want to head down to CES 2010 and check out their suite in the Renaissance Hotel for more information. Meanwhile, we’ll do our best to offer you a broader overview on the ZLR-2070S until January rolls on.
LTE is most possibly going to be the next big thing, so to speak, in wireless communications technology as it is full well capable of delivering blazing-fast multimedia connectivity on an all-IP platform. Consumers who have gone for LTE would definitely tell you the stark difference in upgrade of performance and services over Internet-enabled fixed and mobile devices that are connected via LTE. Apart from that, LTE also opens up a whole new era of connectivity across various industries which include (but are not limited to) consumer electronics, appliances, health care, public utilities and telematics.
Regardless of whether it is meant for residences or SOHOs, the ZLR-2070S aims not to disappoint by offering a feature-rich, future-proof hardware platform that is optimized for multi service. This will comprise of broadband Internet connectivity, a couple of VoIP ports, home networking through a four-port, 11n wireless switch, a USB port which allows you to hook up a plethora of devices including printers and storage. Service providers are also able to take advantage of the ZLR-2070S by enabling Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) support and other smart home automation services.
You will find that the ZLR-2070S boasts superior data rates of up to 50Mbps throughput in theory, which is much speedier compared to current 3G technologies like HSPA/EV-DO. The router’s 4G wireless connectivity makes it ideal for operators who want to offer such a service in rural or other traditionally under-served markets where new wireline deployments are normally cost-prohibitive. Apart from that, the level of portability afforded makes the ZLR-2070S perfect for virtually any scenario where customers require high-speed, multi-user Internet access in a temporary location. Bosses ought to love this as there would no longer be any more excuse for their minions to claim that there is no Internet connection in the vicinity – assuming 4G connectivity is widespread worldwide.
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ACME Comrade 700 Super Portable
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News on December 7th, 2009
There are computers, and then there are computers. What we’ll take a look at today falls under the latter which is more special than a standard computer, since it boasts more than enough firepower underneath the hood so to speak to handle everyday number crunching and more. What we’re talking about here is the ACME Comrade 700 Super Portable machine which comes with the latest Intel Core i7 processor and motherboard alongside seven PCI-E Gen2 x16 slots which comes in handy when you’re looking forward to it working with CUDA parallel programming. Just in case ACME Portable doesn’t ring a bell, its brand name is synonymous with rugged computers as well as laptops, capable of withstanding extremely harsh operating conditions where lesser machines would have failed a long time ago.
The ACME Comrade 700 Super Portable features a trio of C1060 Tesla cards and a Quadro FX3800 card to get you started, making it the “ultimate portable platform for intensive parallel computing” on tons of data, capable of delivering nearly a whopping 4 teraflops per second. Needless to say, getting this for your Word processing and Excel spreadsheets is akin to driving a Ferrari California along a narrow, potholed road. The Comrade 700 is deemed to be the best choice to work as a portable supercomputer in the office or in the field. It will utilize PCI-E Gen2 x16 slots which offer adequate I/O interfaces to fulfill most demands for graphics or computing-intensive situations.
Apart from the above mentioned, the Comrade 700 Super Portable platform also features a couple of high-performance SAS drives. Just what advantages do SAS hard drives hold over standard hard drives? well, they’re safer, faster and more reliable for data transfer and storage. You will also benefit from half a dozen SATA-3 ports that makes it easy to upgrade your storage instantly. Other features include dual Gb LAN with teaming function, 24GB DDR3 memory, 8-Channel High Definition audio, a 1394a port, and optional Blu-Ray optical drive. All of that will be accompanied by a 17″ 16:10 LCD display that is capable of 1,920 x 1,200 resolution which is protected by tempered anti-glare glass. No worries about it functioning in the desert – it has been designed to comply with Mil-Std 810F for shock and vibration, and CE, FCC and CCC for EMI compliance.
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One-Hand Calculator
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News on December 7th, 2009
Are you involved in a job that requires you to crunch numbers on a separate calculator apart from that on your numeric pad? Well, a desk calculator is often one solution that many use, but what about the One-Hand Calculator which makes things easier and more convenient?
Balance your checkbook or tally your taxes at the same time you’re writing down the numbers. It takes just one hand to operate this calculator! Press the big, white button, and out pops the LCD display. Slim design fits in your palm and makes numbers easy to key. Auto off after 10 minutes. Just 4¼”L. Includes battery.
You can pick one up for $9.95, but purchase two and save $1 off the retail price for each. Definitely much more portable compared to a desk calculator, although those whose fingers are so used to the regular desk version might take some getting used to. One positive way of looking at it would be to use it as though you were composing a text message on your cellphone while driving – I believe many people have mastered that technique by now 
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Epson PictureMate Show
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News on December 7th, 2009
We know that Epson is a household name when it comes to printers, as they have been in the game for many decades now. Apart form such digital imaging solutions, they also make some pocket money from various other peripherals including digital photo frames. Why, since printers are often used to print out beautiful memories captured with your digital camera these days, why not merge the idea of both a digital photo frame and a printer into one? That’s exactly what Epson’s engineers thought with the Epson PictureMate Show, touted to be the ultimate two-in-one digital frame and compact photo printer in the market today.
The Epson Picture Made is able to offer the convenience of having a solution to display, share and print photos of superior quality when compared to labs right smack in the middle of your home all year round. Guess you’re only bound by the cost of the ink as well as photo paper, but it sure beats having to drive down to the nearest photo lab to have those pictures printed. The PictureMate Show comes with a 7″, 16:9 tilt digital photo display at 800 x 480 dpi WVGA resolution which ought to perform admirably when it comes to showing off your collection of favorite images to family and friends alike. You will be able to choose from a dozen special and entertaining slideshow formats for digital images, alongside a remote control that makes it convenient to view and display photos in your home or office. Apart from that, you will also get a maximum print resolution of 5,760 x 1,440 dpi which is the highest in its class.
Interested in picking one of these up? Epson is currently offering it for $299.99 a pop, and make sure you get a pack of Epson’s PictureMate Print Packs to go along with it to get you started right out of the box. These will include ink and you can choose from either 150 sheets of 4″ x 6″ glossy paper or 100 sheets of 4″ x 6″ matte paper.
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Monster Monster Laptop Stand gives your laptop crab legs
Posted by: Gadget Boy in Gadget News on November 30th, 2009
If you enjoyed the scene in Transformers where all of the gadgets come alive, then you’ll probably get a kick out of this laptop stand. It doesn’t actually make your laptop come to life and try to walk away, but it sure looks that way. With this on your desk it’ll make your laptop look as if it’s going to dart out of the room at any given moment.
The stand is said to keep your laptop cool and therefore extend the life of the laptop. It’s hand crafted from laser cut acrylic and has rubber feet to protect the computer as well as the desk. It does require a little assembly when it arrives at your home, but it’ll only take a few seconds to do the job. You can choose to get this in red, but it also comes in clear as well. The stand is made to fit 15” through 17” laptops. There will be a 14” version coming out soon though. You can purchase the Monster Monster laptop stand for £26.99 or about $44. Don’t worry the stand does actually ship worldwide.
Source: Gadgettastic
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