Review » Prank USB Stick Will Make Your Coworker’s Computer Go Nuts

Do you remember that gum that turned your friend’s mouth blue?  It was a harmless prank, which of course now looking back probably wasn’t all that harmless since it probably used a carcinogenic dye.  Fast forward 20 years later to the computer age and you’re working in a bored-to-tears 9 to 5 job.  So what’s one to do?  Exactly what you did years prior, prank the crap out of your co-worker.

The USB Computer Prankster plugs into any free USB port and plays havoc on your friend (or foes) computer.  You can set it to make the mouse go haywire, permanently engage the caps lock feature and make the keyboard go bananas.  It even features a time delay in the form of a volume wheel, which allows you plant, walk away and then set the attack in motion without being within close proximity to your target’s computer.

Review » KMI SoftStep KeyWorx allows you to work on a computer using your feet

It is not an ordinary gadget it is rather unusual device produced by Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) company.








What you see on the picture is new SoftStep KeyWorx keyboard which represents "foot controller with multitouch support." According to the manufacturer, it is the world's first device of its kind.

With SoftStep KeyWorx user receives a new and faster way to work on the computer. The device is compatible with Mac OS and Windows. According to the manufacturer SoftStep KeyWorx will suit everyone who uses the PC: the players, editors, programmers, clerks, as well as users with disabilities. However, the company's website focuses on other area of application: as a MIDI controller.







The device is sensitive to the location and strength of touch. It connects to USB port, which is used for data transmission and power supply for the new gadget. Ten customizable "keys" can be set up to 100 sets of commands, making it easier for the implementation of common tasks. KeyWrx has a blue backlight so that it can be clearly seen even in a dark room under the table. Cursor control and mouse buttons will help users maintain the same position of the hands on the keyboard. It weighs about a pound SoftStep so that the product is suitable for mobile users.

One positive feature of SoftStep that can be noted with confidence is that this device will help avoid blood congestion in customers legs. Sales SoftStep KeyWorx already started at $ 259 on Amazon.

Review » The Amenbo five-finger mouse

 

I suppose that “the five fingered mouse” is the best description of this device. It certainly is the most dramatic.

So let’s just say hello to the Amenbo, a five-finger input device developed by the Double Research and Development Company. As you can see, there five little mice affixed to a palm-resting device by five wire ribbons.

You can watch a demonstration after the jump to see how it works, and I can definitely see how it can greatly benefit the world of computer graphics. If you have ever worked in three-dimensional space before, then you know that the regular mouse is not enough with its two-dimensional functionality.

The company suggests that the Amenbo has other uses, like games. They even compare it to the Kinect, but the Amenbo can detect pressure. I honestly imagined an interface with two Amenbos (I am assuming that is plural of this), as a new type of typewriter.

That would certainly make it “a new bland of welfare equipment”. If you don’t know what I am talking about, then you should see the poster behind the device on the video. That phrase makes no sense to me, and I can’t help but wonder if some translation program didn’t do it’s job. Perhaps “a new kind of interface” would be a better slogan.

http://dvice.com/archives/2011/06/five-fingered-i.php

REVIEW >> Expand Your Charging Options With the Aluratek Mini USB Charging Station

 

If there’s any single pain that is shared by all true gadget fiends, it’s the fact that there are never, ever enough outlets to accommodate all of the power adapters and chargers for one’s gadgets.  Aluratek’s Mini Surge Dual USB Charging Station  attempts to solve that problem by turning a single grounded power outlet into three grounded outlets plus two USB charging ports, all of which are also provided with power surge protection.  The web site mentions that it works with iPhones, iPods, Blackberrys, and Android devices, but doesn’t specifically mention iPads, so it’s not clear whether or not the USB ports can provide the 1 Amp that iPads require for charging.

The Aluratek Mini Surge Dual USB Charging Station is available now for $19.99 through the Aluratek web site.

REVIEW >> Stream Anything to Your TV in 1080p with Veebeam

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of VeeBeam for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

In addition to the normal cable boxes, antennas, and DVD players, there are a multitude of devices that promise to deliver content to your television.  But there’s a big problem with all these devices – they each have a limited set of programming they can provide.  You’ll probably find yourself needing a variety of little black boxes if you want to watch content from a wide variety of service providers, like Netflix, Hulu, iTunes, and ESPN360, or display a variety of multimedia file types. Veebeam can save you from the clutter and expense of hooking all these boxes to your TV.  With a single Veebeam, you can display anything on your television that you can display on your laptop – and you can reap 20% savings by purchasing Veebeam now with the 20OFF code.  Share movies, photos, PowerPoint presentations, and the like in 1080p HD with your friends.  Read on to learn how Veebeam can simplify your digital life.

Veebeam works well with laptops; you’ll need one with a 2.2 GHz or greater Intel Core 2 Duo or Intel i3, i5, and i7 CPU.  It works with Windows XP, Vista, and 7 and with Mac OS X (10.5 and 10.6).  There’s a Veebeam for HD TV that produces full 1080p resolution.  (There’s also an SD model if you don’t have HDTV.)  You’ll hook the Veebeam receiver to your TV, and there’s a USB antenna you’ll connect to your laptop when you need it.

Veebeam uses Wireless USB to create a secure, cable-free point-to-point connection between your TV and laptop.  Wireless USB is better than traditional WiFi because it offers more bandwidth and security, and it has less interference over short distances.  You will need to keep the laptop in the same room with the TV.

Absolutely anything that you can display on your laptop can be displayed on your TV screen with the Streaming Mode.  This mode works best for displaying content from a website.  If you have media files on your hard drive, use the Video Play-To mode to serve the files to your TV while you surf or read emails on your laptop.  In both cases, you’ll use the laptop’s keyboard and mouse to control playback.

Veebeam is available in an HD model with both 480i – NTSC/PAL and 1080p – HDMI output through composite A/V, HDMI, and digital audio/TOSLink connections.  There’s also an SD model with 480i – NTSC/PAL/SECAM output through a composite A/V connection.  Each model is available in US, Canada, UK, and Euro versions.  Veebeam is available on their website; the SD model is $99.00 and the HD is $149.00 – and don’t forget that 20% savings code.

Review: Kingston DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 Generation 2 (DTU30G2)

 

Kingston Digital USB 64G

Kingston Digital launched its fastest USB Flash drive, the Kingston DataTraveler Ultimate 3.0 Generation 2 (DTU30G2). Using a native USB 3.0 controller for better performance and power management, the DTU30G2 has a read speed up to 100MB/s, and a write speed up to 70 MB/s. When plugged into a USB 2.0 port, the drive has read and write speeds of around 30MB/s. The DTU30G2 is available in 16-, 32- and 64GB capacities.

Capacities: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB # Requirements: system with USB 3.0 port # Backwards compatible: with USB 2.0 # Speed: When plugged into a USB 3.0 system: up to 100MB/s read and 70MB/s write; when plugged into a USB 2.0 system: maximum specification performance (around 30MB/s read and write) # Dimensions: 2.90″ x 0.87″ x 0.63″ (73.70mm x 22.20mm x 16.10mm) # Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) # Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C) # Practical: durable casing with a solid lanyard loop # Warranty: 5 Years.

Review: 11, 21 and 43 Port Kanguru USB Duplicator

 

Kanguru released new USB Duplicators intended to streamline the loading of data onto multiple USB devices. Featuring a built-in 500GB hard drive for storing duplication jobs, Kanguru USB Duplicators come equipped with a multi-function Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that displays duplication options including “Full”, “Brief”, “Resize” and “Smart” for a variety of copying modes. They are compatible with all USB standards, including USB 3.0 (at USB2.0 speeds). Kanguru USB Duplicators are available in 11, 21 and 43 Target models.