Laptops and Gear

News, reviews and articles about laptops and accessories.

Logitech G600 MMO Gaming Mouse

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The Logitech G600 MMO Gaming Mouse gives you complete control in your favorite MMO games.  It has 20 user-definable buttons, and you can download optional Logitech Gaming Software to access more intricate macro and scripting capabilities than the onboard macros can provide.  Define the G600 G-Shift function to a button on the G600 doubles the […]

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AOC e1649Fwu LED USB 16″ Monitor Review

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The e1649Fwu is a portable 16″ LED USB monitor from AOC, that will effortlessly add addition screen space to your desktop setup. I reviewed a similar product a few months ago (the Lenovo ThinkVision LT1421 14″ LCD monitor with Plastic Cover), which has been working flawlessly. Let’s see if the AOC monitor is just as easy

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Mimoco adds more DC comic superheros to their MIMOBOT line of USB flash drives

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Mimoco, the creator of the MIMOBOT line of designer USB flash drives, is giving you several more fun DC comics superhero flash drives to add to your collection. The new flash drives include Batman™ “The Dark Knight Rises” Edition, Superman, and The Flash. Joining the original Batman and Green Lantern MIMOBOT flash drives, they are

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Henge Docks Clique Review

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The Clique from Henge Docks is a thin, rigid plastic tray with form-fitted recessions engineered to unite your Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Trackpad. The Clique not only combines your Apple peripherals, but allows you to use your keyboard and Trackpad without needing a flat surface to place them on, making it perfect for your

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Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K760 for Macs

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Logitech has just launched the Wireless Solar Keyboard K760.  The K760 is designed for the Mac and follows the K750, which was designed for the PC.  This Bluetooth keyboard will work with all your iDevices that support the Bluetooth keyboard functionality.  The K760 has Mac-friendly function keys and runs totally on solar power.  It’s priced at

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Skooba Design Checkthrough Security Brief, Standard Review

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I am a big fan of laptop/gear bags, and I’m always searching for a bag that not only will protect my equipment from everyday bumps, but also hold everything that I like to carry with me.  I was very happy when Julie was kind enough to assign me the Checkthrough Security Brief by Skooba Design.

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Clava Upright Vertical Leather Brief Case

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Although Clava calls this a brief case, the Upright Vertical Leather Brief is designed to hold up to a 15″ laptop.  Under the front flap are organizer pockets, a zippered pocket, and storage for files or a laptop.  The back section unzips to reveal an accordioned folder with three sections for more storage.  Inside is

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Mujjo Introduces The Originals Collection for Apple Devices

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Mujjo, a Dutch design brand, introduces The Originals, a new line of handcrafted sleeves made from natural wool felt and organic tanned leather for Apple devices.  Each case has a leather flap, except for the leather iPhone sleeve, and a felt body.  Each bag also has a smart storage compartment for earbuds, papers, and the

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WaterField Designs Introduces the CitySlicker for the MacBook Air

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The CitySlicker MacBook Air Case from WaterField Designs is a beautifully compact as the Air itself.  This bag is protects your Air with three layers – impact-resistant plastic, high-grade neoprene, and a padded liner – while staying thin.  The CitySlicker has a ballistic nylon body with a distressed leather front flap.  The back has a

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uCube Speakers Have Apple-like Styling (and Price)

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Going for a consistent look for your Apple setup? With a small footprint, aluminum body and matching detachable stands, the uCube speakers from UltraLink have a style that looks like they should have been included in the box with an iMac or MacBook. Plug ‘n’ Play USB powered, they claim to utilize a “smart” Digital

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knomo London Aurora Zip Tote Review

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Vendors are beginning to accept the idea that women like, need, and use gadgets, too.  While we can use the same gadgets that men do, sometimes we’d like our bags and accessories to be a bit different – perhaps smaller, maybe a bit more colorful.  knomo London makes “perfect urban accessories to carry your devices,”

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Marvel’s Avengers fight crime and move files

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If you were one of the eleventy bazillion people that went to see Marvel’s The Avengers movie a couple weekends ago, congrats, you helped break box office records. But now that you’ve seen the movie, you are probably suffering from Avengers withdraw… Fill the void with more Avengers by collecting Dane-Elec’s character replica USB drives.

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Booq Viper Hardcase for Macbook Air 11″ Review

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I’ve been searching for a perfect case ever since I got a new Macbook Air 11″.  I came across the Booq website and they had a hardcase that looked perfect for my shiny new Macbook Air.  So I asked Julie if I could review their Booq Viper Hardcase for Macbook Air 11″.  Let’s see how

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Cooler Master’s ARC Stand for Your Macbook Pro or iPad

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The Cooler Master ARC stand helps you tidy your desktop by placing your Macbook Pro in a space-saving vertical orientation when you’re using an external display, keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals. When you’re not using the ARC with your MBP, you can use it with your iPad. A smaller slot will hold the tablet in

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Verbatim’s New Store ‘n’ Go V3 USB 3.0 Drive Transfers Data Up to 2 Times Faster Than USB

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If your computer has a USB 3.0 port, you’ll want a USB drive that can take advantage of the increased speed.  Verbatim has just released the new Store ‘n’ Go V3 USB 3.0 Drive that’s just what you need, with “10 times faster transfer rate than earlier generation USB 2.0 ports”.  Available in 8-64 GB

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AViiQ Ready Clips – Another Tangle-Fre​e Cable Idea

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Janet has been posting some interesting reviews of cables kits that take up minimal gear bag space while still providing an ability to charge and sync data with our favorite USB enabled devices. Check the related links below to read her full reviews. Her articles have caused me to look for alternatives for my own disorganized

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