Tyme Machines, makers of licensed USB drives, has just announced the release of its Series 1 sculpted 3D Star Wars character USB thumb drives.  The drives are sculpted replicas of Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Storm Trooper and Yoda.  They are … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, News, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: USB Drive

Luke, I am your… USB Drive originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on November 10, 2009 at 12:30 pm.

There are all types of laptop coolers on the market these days. There are coolers with fans that require an AC adapter, have fans powered by a USB port, have standoffs to keep the bottom of the laptop from touching any surface, others work on your desktop and still others that work on your lap. Today I am going to tell you about the ThermaPAK HeatShift Laptop Cooler. It doesn’t have built in fans and can be used on a desktop or your lap. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Laptop, Laptop Pad

ThermaPAK HeatShift Laptop Cooler Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on November 10, 2009 at 8:02 am.

Back in the day, I was in Military Intelligence (no need try, I have heard all the jokes…..). We used some very expensive computer drive technologies to securely store classified materials digitally. This was when storage was measured in kilobytes (maybe megabytes), Photoshop 3 was just released, and a powerpoint presentation fit on a floppy disc. Our computer system (COMPUSEC) regulations required the hard drives be stored in a safe each evening (physical security vs encryption or both). We used hardened removable drives that were clunky, unreliable, and very expensive. So, when I was asked if I would like to try out the DataPort SecureDock from CRU-DataPort the Intel-geek in me got all excited to try this removable hard drive with military-grade encryption. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear

Tagged: Hard Drive

CRU-DataPort’s SecureDock Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on November 9, 2009 at 7:25 am.

Laptop Smart Feet from newPCgadgets is an accessory designed to raise your laptop and organize your cables. Rubberized non-skid feet raise the rear of your laptop 1.5” to improve your viewing angle, increase ventilation and … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear, News, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Stand

Lift and organize – Laptop Smart Feet originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 24, 2009 at 10:47 am.

Let’s go natural and earthy! No, I am not talking about getting naked and rolling around in the dirt. I’m talking about an earthy (looking) sleeve for your laptop. These sleeves from ColcaSac are being sold as MacBook sleeves, but other laptops will fit in them too. Let’s check it out. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Macbook, Sleeve

ColcaSac MacBook Sleeve Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 21, 2009 at 5:35 pm.

UNIEA manufactures cases of nearly every shape and size, engineered to protect your valuable tech-equipment from the dangers of the daily grind. Their Omniverse 13.3-inch Macbook (or similar sized laptop) Universal Tote (and the matching hard drive case) are no different. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear, Travel Gear

Tagged: Laptop Bag

Uniea Omniverse Universal Tote for the 13″ Macbook originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 15, 2009 at 10:13 am.

Robin sent this to me this afternoon and I thought it was worthy enough to share with all of you. Do you suffer from cold hands? I sure do. Here’s a neat solution that can actually kill two birds with one stone. It’s the visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, News, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Mouse, USB

Cure for frostbit fingers – ValueRays Warm Mouse originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 13, 2009 at 5:31 pm.

Earlier this year, we reviewed the Clickfree Portable Backup drive. Now they have an even smaller solution with more features. The new Clickfree C2 is a Windows and Mac … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, News, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Backup, Hard Drive, USB

Lose your Sidekick data? Don’t let the same thing happen to your PC – Clickfree C2 originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 13, 2009 at 10:29 am.

The next time I purchase a house I will look for one that has Ethernet wired to all the rooms, but until that happens I need a way to get high speed LAN access in different areas of my home.  WiFi is too slow and unreliable.  One of the possibilities is a technology called Powerline Ethernet.  The MegaPlug AV Powerline Ethernet from ActionTec kit is one option. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, Wireless

Tagged: A/V, Networking

ActionTec MegaPlugAV 200Mbps Powerline Ethernet Kit Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 9, 2009 at 8:49 am.

I had been looking for a laptop sleeve for awhile to replace my large, clunky leather briefcase. Between going back and forth to work and weekend trips, I wanted to ditch the extra bag and just toss my computer in my backpack without worrying about it being bumped, scratched, or damaged.  I’ve been using the Sumo Camo sleeve by Mobile Edge for the past two weeks and have definitely found the answer to my needs. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Laptop Sleeve, Neoprene, netbook sleeve

SUMO Camo Laptop/Netbook Sleeve Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 7, 2009 at 10:00 am.

Cirago is claiming that their new CST-5000 is the smallest, thinnest USB hard drive on the market. I’m going to stack it up against the Aegis Apricorn A-25 to see how the claim measures up. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: USB, USB Drive

Cirago CST-5000 Slim USB Hard Drive Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 7, 2009 at 7:00 am.

Here’s a cool use for one of those USB flash drives laying at the bottom of your junk drawer – use it as an alarm for your laptop. LAarm is a (free for personal use, $50 for business) laptop alarm security application that sounds an … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Security

Use an old USB flash drive as a laptop alarm system originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 2, 2009 at 1:01 pm.

Confidential documents, surfing The Gadgeteer while at work, and porn.  What do these all have in common?  They’re all things that you’re likely to want to hide from prying eyes.  If you are doing any of these (or similar) activities in public using your laptop, you have a few options: One of those dorky shields that goes around the screen, lowering your screen brightness and hoping others can’t see, THIS or using a 3M Privacy Filter. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Security

3M Privacy Filter for Laptops Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 2, 2009 at 12:32 pm.

OWC has announced today its newest OWC Mercury On-The-Go Pro model – the first FireWire 800/400 and USB 2.0 bus powered 2.5″ portable drive offering 1TB of storage capacity in a pocket-sized portable storage solution for Mac or PC users.  It … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Hard Drive, USB

Is that 1TB in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me? originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 1, 2009 at 9:56 pm.

The FreeAgent DockStar is made especially for the Seagate FreeAgent Go external hard drive. It’s a special docking cradle that connects to your home network via an Ethernet cable to allow access to the drive’s contents from anywhere on your network or the universe or that matter. You can also send pictures from your iPhone directly to the DockStar. In addition, the dock has 3 USB ports, that you can use to connect other USB drives. It’s available now for $99.99. Full press release after the jump. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Network, Seagate

Network adapter for your USB drive – Seagate FreeAgent DockStar originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 1, 2009 at 9:45 pm.

Get contemporary with the UBoard from Pyramid Distribution.The UBoard is a USB monitor stand that has a 3 port USB hub built into it along with a cup and memo holder. It’s compatible with Windows … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Stand

Glass coffee table for your iMac or laptop originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 30, 2009 at 12:02 pm.

On the heels of the itsy-bitsy T-Pack for netbooks comes Timbuk2’s new Breakout Messenger, a generously-sized bag designed for … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: gear bag, Laptop Bag

17-inch laptop? No prob with Timbuk2’s Breakout originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 29, 2009 at 10:54 pm.

My daughter needed a laptop bag that would carry her Dell 14” Inspiron 1420 laptop and a few essentials.  She doesn’t take her computer to school, so she had no need for a huge bag with room for books, notebooks, and the like.  She just needed the laptop, power brick, and a few other basics for when we travel.  She didn’t want a leather bag, because she’s 13 and didn’t want a bag that required a lot of care.  She’s only 5’1”, and she is overwhelmed by big laptop bags designed for business use.  The compact 15” LapTrap bag from Levenger seemed ideal for her. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Laptop Bag

Levenger 15″ LapTrap Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 29, 2009 at 2:10 pm.

If you’ve been looking for a simple way to physically expand your computer desktop, you now have a few more options.  DoubleSight Displays has announced the release of their Smart USB line of USB LCD displays, ranging in price from $120 for a 7-inch display to $160 for a 9-inch display with a built-in webcam.  All three models in the line support both portrait and landscape mode, use USB for both power and video, and are PC and Mac compatible.  These displays are designed to be portable, each featuring a folding stand and including a snap-on screen cover for traveling.

The manufacturer web site indicates that their Smart USB displays should be available at a number of big-name retailers, both online and brick & mortar.  Press release is available after the jump. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear

Tagged: monitor, USB

DoubleSight ups the USB display ante originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 29, 2009 at 10:36 am.

In a world dominated by incase, the Sumo notebook sleeve, packs quite a punch. This bag is loaded with ballistic and water-resistant nylon, a corduroy liner, hip contrast top stitching, and padded protection. A sleeve built this good also fits snugly right under your arm. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Ballistic Nylon, Notebook Sleeve, Sumo

Sumo Sleeve: Protecting Notebooks One Day at a Time originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 28, 2009 at 5:27 pm.

This spring, I upgraded from my first generation MacBook Air to a 13″ unibody MacBook. The only regret I had in the move was the loss of the i-volution Leather Suit I used to protect my MBAir. Vaja’s i-volution Leather Suit did an incredible job protecting my MBAir during the rigors/dangers of my very hectic lifestyle. I immediately wanted the same stellar protection for my new 13″ MacBook. Vaja, in their usual form, has created an equally stylish, form-fitting i-volution Leather Suit for the new unibody MacBooks; for the Air, 13″ and 15″ MacBook Pros…giving all but the 17″ MBPro stellar, full-time 24/7 protection. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Case, Vaja

The Vaja i-volution Leather Suit for the 13″ MacBook originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 25, 2009 at 12:15 pm.

Ben Udkow sent me an email this morning telling me that I have to test this product… It’s the YoGen Max; a foot operated, portable charger for laptop computers. I’m all for trying alternative energy solutions, but would you buy / use something like this … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: Power

Power your laptop with your feet – YoGen Max originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 25, 2009 at 7:38 am.

If you have ever had a multi-monitor setup you know the added productivity it can provide.   The Diamond USB Display Adapter is a simple device that allows you to add an additional monitor using a spare USB port.  The adapter is basically a portable video card that works with your Mac or PC. The Diamond USB Adapter provides a portable solution for setting up multiple monitors, particularly ideal for laptop setups. … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Audio / Video Gear, Desktop Computer Gear, Laptop Gear

Tagged: Adapter, USB, Video card

Diamond USB Display Adapter Pro Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 24, 2009 at 7:27 am.

Timbuk2 has a new gear bag made specifically for 10 inch Netbooks like the MSI Wind, Acer … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear, Spotlight Gadgets

Tagged: gear bag, Netbook

Gear bag for your netbook – Timbuk2 T-Pack originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 23, 2009 at 8:20 am.

I love the rustic style of these Macbook sleeves from ColcaSac of Salt Lake City, Utah. They are made by hand with all-natural environmentally friendly fabrics and are padded with fleece. They offer different designs, colors and sizes for 13, 15 and 17 inch Macbooks and … [visit site to read more]

Filed in categories: Laptop Gear

Tagged: Laptop Sleeve

Wrap your Macbook in burlap and like it – ColcaSac originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 22, 2009 at 5:34 pm.