The folks at Guard ID Systems have sent me a USB gadget called the ID Vault. This flash drive looking device uses Smart Card technology to keep your user IDs and passwords for websites safe from hackers, phishers, spyware keystroke loggers and more. What do you all think of gadgets like these? Are they for […]
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Updated with information about new software release.
One of the more annoying things about PC gaming is that it is
hard to keep up with e-mail, instant messaging, and other
background applications while a game is using the entire display.
The Pertelian X2040 is an answer to that
problem, in the form of an external LCD
display that lets you see important information and interact with
background applications like your instant messenger and Teamspeak
while a full-screen game is running.
This just in from our friends at Astraware: Celebrate Halloween with the Astraware Spooktacular! THE MIDLANDS, UK – October 26th, 2006 – It’s almost time for Halloween so we’re excited to announce the Astraware Spooktacular – a special sales event offering a cauldron-full of great games at scarily low prices! Starting on Friday 27th October
Ballpoint pen with scrolling LED message. Great way to liven up boring office meetings. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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Pushing a button on the pen’s barrel will cause the Green/Yellow/Red LED’s to light up when a WiFi signal is detected. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
Spotlight Gadget: WiFi Pen Read More
I finally updated my Treo 750v review with some software information. I almost caved and posted something else because I have a head cold brewing and just wanted to go to bed. But I persevered and got it done. Yay! Next up, I’ll be working on a review of the HP6945 Smartphone and then Rob
Phones Phones Phones! Read More
Updated with software info…
I’ve been a Palm Treo junkie since March of 2005 when I began my odyssey into the world of smartphones. It was a strange journey that began with a Sprint Treo 650 that had been hacked to work on the Verizon network. Then I switched carriers from Verizon to Cingular and purchased an unlocked 650, which I’ve been using as my main device ever since. In the past year, I have seen Palm release the 700p and 700w for non-GSM carriers.
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Available for a wide variety of small digital cameras, these leather cases allow you to protect your camera while using it. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
Spotlight Gadget: Play-thru Camera Case Read More
At least once or twice throughout the years, I have mentioned to John Hindaly of Vaja that it would be fantastic if they would consider adding a line of gear bags. All this time, I’ve been waiting patiently for them to create one of their masterpieces… I’m happy to say that my (and your) wait is now over. Vaja has just announced 3 new gear bags. A 15″ wide messenger, a 15″ vertical messenger and a slim messenger bag. They sent me the 15″ vertical messenger bag tonight. I’m honored that Vaja chose The Gadgeteer as the first review site that they’ve sent a sample to!
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At least once or twice throughout the years, I have mentioned to John Hindlay of Vaja that it would be fantastic if they would consider making a line of gear bags. All this time, I’ve been waiting patiently for them to create one of their masterpieces… I’m happy to say that my (and your) wait
After over a week playing phone tag with tier 2 support at Apple, I’ve finally received a resolution to my 2nd 24″ iMac humming issue. The resolution is that they are going to send me iMac #3. Here’s hoping this one does not have the same defect! My fingers and toes are crossed! SHARE ON
One handed tripod that allows you to easily take self-portraits. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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I have found what may very well be the perfect device for unloading flash memory cards on the road. The VP3320 XS-Drive by Vosonic has every feature that I need as a photographer and includes at least one seemingly inconsequential feature that you might not know you need … but you do.
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It’s Windows Mobile Smartphone day again here at Gadgeteer HQ. Today Mr. Fedex brought me the Hewlett Packard hw6945 Mobile Messenger. This puppy has everything but the kitchen sink crammed under its hood! WiFi, BT, GPS, and 1.3mp camera. Here we go with some unboxing pix… Look, it’s a box… Open sez me… Wow, HP
HP hw6945 In Da House Read More
Just how geeky are you? Do you happen to have a laser pointer in your gadget bag or drawer? Ok, give yourself 5 geek points. Do you use this pointer for tasks other than pointing out mundane details during presentations at your day job? Give yourself 5 more geek points. Do you pester your cat by shining the laser on the floor beside it, to get him to chase the tiny point of light like some type of alien rodent? Ok, no points for that, because that’s just mean ;o) Can your laser beam its dot up to 38 miles and burn holes in black trash bags? I didn’t think so… I win!
Wicked Lasers Nexus 95mW Read More
Here are the results for the Show Us What’s In Your Gear Bag contest. There were 17 entries for the contest, making it very difficult to choose the 1st place winner because everyone did such a great job! I was so impressed by some of the entries, that I really wanted to award 1st place
Video / Slideshow Contest Results Read More
This device is Brando’s 21st-century equivalent to the Swiss Army Knife, as it contains a raft of semi-related features in a compact package:
It’s a 1GB USB thumb drive!
It’s an MP3 player!
It’s a voice recorder!
It’s (supposedly) an FM radio!
It’s a pen!
It’s a floor wax!
It’s a dessert topping!
(floor wax and dessert topping sold separately)
Brando USB MP3 Pen + FM Radio + Voice Recorder Read More
Guess what I just picked up from my local Fedex office… An unlocked Treo 750v that I purchased from PHONESourceUSA.com. I’m going to see if I can make the switch from my trusty Treo 650 to this brand new Windows Mobile 750. Do you think I can? I thought I’d share my experience opening the
I need all of your help picking the 2nd place winner for the Show Us What’s In Your Gear Bag Video / Slideshow contest. I’ll be selecting the 1st place winner, but you can help me with 2nd place! Go watch the entries and send me the video # and name of the person you
Julie’s Gear Diary – 2006-10-17 Read More
Over the years, I have had the opportunity to review 4 different digital photo frames. The last such review was the Tricod Frame just this past summer. Although I did like this device, I ended up giving it to my Dad, because it lacked one feature that I’ve always longed for in a digital photo frame. Today I’m going to tell you about the 7FF1 (what a wonderful product name) Digital Photo Display from Philips. Guess what? It has the feature I’ve been wishing for. You’ll just have to continue reading to find out what that feature is…
Philips 7FF1AW/37 Digital Photo Display Read More