March GadgetChick Archives
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There aren’t that many things in this world that leave me at a loss for words, especially not when I’m at the keyboard.
But I’ve met my match in the iRon. The iRon is an iPod iron that runs on […]
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Published: 03-31-2006 | Link To This Entry
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The Samsung 2GB SBH-300 Bluetooth MP3 player has an interesting feature that sets it apart from other MP3 players. Yes, there are some great features: 262k color OLED LCD, FM Tuner, voice recorder, photo viewer, and MicroSD expansion.
But the device can also role-play a wireless headset: You can use it with your Bluetooth-enabled cellphone. […]
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Published: 03-30-2006 | Link To This Entry
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If you’ve got a credit card that you’d really like to keep safe, but still tote around with you everywhere, the Card Beeper might do the trick.
It’s works on a very simple principle. It will beep every 20 seconds when there’s no card in it.
Ah … you’re asking, “and what happens when I pull […]
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Published: 03-29-2006 | Link To This Entry
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It’s not available yet, but the iSetBox from Media Systems is an all-in-one entertainment center which looks like its jammed pack with features. You get a CD/DVD writer, web browser, email client, 6-in1 card reader and Ethernet networking. A PCI crad slot lets you add WiFi and Bluetooth if you’d like.
The Linux-based device can also […]
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Published: 03-28-2006 | Link To This Entry
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Looks like the Motorola PEBL will be available in more than just your basic black:
“Luxury meets fresh and bold style with the Motorola PEBL Colors. Stretching the boundaries of traditional design, the colorful PEBL boasts a unique oval shape, distinctive vertical external display, innovative one-handed opening hinge design and tactile soft-touch finish. And […]
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Published: 03-26-2006 | Link To This Entry
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I think that the Kameleon 8 Universal Remote by One for All has that space-age look. It sports a motion-sensor, so that you can set it to turn on just by picking it up.
I’d like to get a look at that glow in the comfort of a darkened home theatre - you’d almost think […]
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Published: 03-23-2006 | Link To This Entry
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I’m not sure why all these clock radios and alarm-clock-type devices always seem to catch my eye, considering I don’t use an alarm because I enjoy sleeping in. But they do.
The Sony ICF-C180 Clock Radio is a nice looking cube that will probably look decent enough in most bedrooms. It has, of course, the requisite […]
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Published: 03-23-2006 | Link To This Entry
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The Mini Mirror USB Hub looks like something I’d carry around in my purse, but it’s actually a slim USB hub that features mirrored sides.
(Why, I’m not sure. With a mirror that small, I’m bound to use it to check on my contact lenses, which is kind of difficult when it’s got a few USB […]
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Published: 03-22-2006 | Link To This Entry
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Calling all sushi lovers! Never will you have to choose between having sushi or having a USB memory drive - now you can have the best of both worlds! These USB drives are hand made in Tokyo sushi replicas. They look good enough to eat! Geeks can truly appreciate how good these sushi are for […]
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Published: 03-19-2006 | Link To This Entry
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I’m not someone who’s particularly interested in how much I weigh. I find out once a year, when I go for my annual check-up at the doctor’s, and that’s more than enough for me.
But I’ve got to say, the Tanita BC533 InnerScan Scale is pretty impressive. I know lots of people who could get […]
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Published: 03-19-2006 | Link To This Entry
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If you are always on the go with your coffee in one hand and your laptop in the other - undoubtedly you have ended up with cold coffee while working away. This this USB cafe pad you can keep your coffee or tea warm anywhere, any time!
Features & Specifications:
Keeps your hot drinks warm Temperature […]
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Published: 03-18-2006 | Link To This Entry
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I really really need the washable wireless keyboard.
See, I basically live at my computer.
Which means I eat and sleep (sorta) at my computer.
Which means those cans of pressurized air that you can get at Staples, well, they barely do the trick.
You can dunk the washable wireless keyboard into water, or even anti-bacterial solution. […]
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Published: 03-17-2006 | Link To This Entry
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This goes on my “want” list for camping this summer. I mean, talk about an all-in-one:
“Housed in an aluminum case the tiny removable MP3 player features a high-quality 3 line LCD display and 1 GB of storage capacity. It handles multiple file formats, can be used as a flash drive for your files, and recharges […]
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Published: 03-15-2006 | Link To This Entry
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I really like the idea of digital picture frames. It’s like a picture frame and a photo album all in one, and since I have just never gotten around to printing out any of my digital shots (or organized them in any manner on my PC, if it comes right down to it), it would […]
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Published: 03-13-2006 | Link To This Entry
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Next time I’ve got $3500 burning a hole in my pocket, I might go for one of these. The gold-plated USB stick from White Lake (Specs Distributing) comes in either 14-carat or 18-carat gold coating. You can also get five diamonds, but that’s optional.
Personally, I don’t think diamonds should ever be optional, but whatever.
Unlike most […]
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Published: 03-13-2006 | Link To This Entry
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The Siemens Gigaset SL74X is a version of Siemen’s Gigaset SL74 cameraphone which will make those who are nervous about electronic eavesdropping happy (as long as they have the $2000 to pay for it, that is.)
You get AES-CBC 128-bit encryption, so as long as you know there aren’t any bugs in the area where […]
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Published: 03-11-2006 | Link To This Entry
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The WindSmart feature on the Plantronics Voyager 510SL Bluetooth Headset sounds great - it’s supposed to make for clearer calls even in windy environments. But the news release gave me some funny visions (and no, it’s not what you’re thinking):
“Ideal for mobile professionals who are constantly juggling cell phone and office phone calls, the Plantronics […]
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Published: 03-09-2006 | Link To This Entry
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Shopping for a new cellphone is no easy feat these days with all the new models and extra cell phone gadgets and accessories to choose from. I find a new phone that I *want* everyday! And thus far I have not made a decision…
Today’s cell phone crush is a Samsung Music Maestro:
* Download music […]
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Published: 03-09-2006 | Link To This Entry
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For the smelly office (or should I say, smelly co-workers?): the USB Fragrance Oil Burner.
Features:
* Powered by USB with 4cm diameter stainless steel hot tray.
* Fire free design with see through safety cover.
* Can be used with fragrance oil or scented candle.
* Easy access On/Off button.
* LED lit-up indicator.
* USB […]
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Published: 03-07-2006 | Link To This Entry
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This is definitely one gadget that should be filed under “more about your body than you ever wanted to know”. The USB Skin Sensor is basically a magnifying glass that plugs into your computer via USB.
Why, you might ask?
Well, this means that you can view your skin up close and personal. Check out your […]
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Published: 03-06-2006 | Link To This Entry
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