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USB speakers

September 10, 2009 by  
Filed under USB Gadgets

USB Speakers

 

Who does not like crystals? Crystal ornaments, crystal utensils, crystal watches and the list goes on. Ever heard of crystal sound? If not, you should probably these new USB speakers. It emits a crystal clear sound that really makes for good hearing. These desktop speakers can be attached to USB slot of your PC. And the looks of speakers will only add to the features of the speakers.

The crystal USB desktop speakers require very less space to accommodate. They are rated at 1 Watt per channel. These speakers are devised with latest technologies the phase difference between the sound waves and diaphragms approach either 0 degree or 180 degree thereby responding to both higher range as well as low to medium range signals with great results.

USB Speakers Features:

Small USB speakers that produce quality audio output
USB HID spec. v.1.11
Compatible with Windows98SE/ME/2000/XP and Mac 9.x, 10.x (no drivers required)Â
Dimensions: 1.6″ x 2.1″ x 3.5″ (4 x 5.4 x 9cm)

Make use of your spare hard disks

June 28, 2009 by  
Filed under Computer Gadgets

Hard Disk USB Dock

 

With the advent of new digital storage technologies, storage has become quite cheap. Having 1TB of storage space for private use is not uncommon. With new had disks having greater storage capacities coming into markets, one’s older hard disks are becoming useless getting junked. Just because they are small doesn’t make them useless. You can still make use of these drives by slipping them into a USB Dock. This dock is compatible with Microsoft, MAC and Linux OS.

You can connect this via a USB connector or e sata connector. You can switch between the old and new drives by simply pressing the button at the base.

Hard Disk USB Dock Features:

  • Connects to one or two 2.5″ or 3.5″ internal SATA hard drives
  • USB or eSATA connectivity
  • Plug and Play
  • Transfer rates up to 480Mbps with USB 2.0
  • Transfer rates up to 3Gb/s with eSATA

R2-D2 USB Hub Star Wars

February 8, 2009 by  
Filed under USB Gadgets

R2-D2 USB Hub

 

Novelty USB hubs are nothing new in the gadget world which is why we only post about ones we think our readers may be interested rather than every one out there. The R2-D2 USB Hub is will appeal to the Star Wars fans amongst us.  This Astromech droid USB hub offers four USB ports and will sit nicely on your desktop occasional with eyes flashing and head spinning.

R2-D2 USB Hub features

  • Size: H15cm (6in)
  • OS: Win XP/MacOSX and up
  • Interface: USB 2.0
  • Number of ports: 4
  • USB cable: 1m (39.4in)
  • Package: window box

 

Check out the R2-D2 USB Hub in action

AvailableThinkGeek

Price: $39.99

Buy the R2-D2 USB Hub at ThinkGeek

Your Stylish Leopard USB Drive

February 3, 2009 by  
Filed under USB Gadgets

Leopard USB Drive

 

Who imagined that the world some day would progress so much that it will produce some thing as small as a small Universal Serial Bus or USB as we call it. Our technology has developed at such a faster pace that it has created a gizmo that makes us capable of connecting devices to our computer at a faster pace and at the same time without any hassles and indeed unlimited.

During the same time a new USB gadget is unveiled by USB Geek crafted in the shape of a leopard, the Leopard USB Drive. Those looking for a more stylized and beautified version of a USB drive, surely have something to look forward to in the contour of Leopard USB drive.

Leopard USB Drive Features

  • Intricately designed high- speed USB 2.0 certified device.
  • In the shape of a leopard, its dimensions are 38 x 35 x 20mm, approx. Weight around 40 grams.
  • The Leopard USB Drive has a double metal casing in silver grey to make it strong and long lasting simultaneously making it look attractive to the eyes.
  • With 2GB of storage, leopard USB drive can be sufficiently for storage purposes.
  • It’s like any other USB, a hot pluggable device. This means no jumpers or any kind of IRQ settings to attach or detach it from the computer without turning off the system, fully plug-and-play.
  • Leopard USB Drive functions like any other hard drive and does not require a driver for most the operating systems.
  • Supports Windows Vista, XP, 2000 and Mac OS.

What makes Leopard USB Drive Different

This amusing USB drive is crafted in the shape of a leopard garlanded in fake jewels like a locket. It can be worn around the neck and when essential, the leopard can be opened to expose a tiny USB drive.

It’s convenient to place because of leopard locket and can be taken anywhere easily. Priced at $25 by USB Geek, this stylish Leopard USB Drive is going to be a hot favourite especially with the kids and girls.

USB Typing Speedometer

January 28, 2009 by  
Filed under USB Gadgets

USB Typing Speedometer

 

Not exactly an essential or life changing gadget, however the USB Typing Speedometer is useful for typist looking to build up some speed. Featuring a car speedometer design, the USB Typing Speedometer is able to keep track of typing speed and total number of words types. A simple design and device, just plug it in and away you go.

USB Speedometer Features

  • Words-per-minute counter
  • Total word-count counter
  • Keystroke-per-minute counter

For competitive typists out there, try and beat my record. My fastest typing speed recorded was 55wpm, anyone beat that?

Price: £19.99
Available: Thumbs Up UK

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