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The Encore/ST G4 Duet Dual Processor upgrade card for Mac G4s with AGP Graphics

August 3rd, 2006

The Encore/ST G4 Duet is using the latest PowerPC G4 7447A processors from Freescale Semiconductor. Encore/ST G4 Duet features 512K of SRAM on-chip L2 cache and it is compatible with Mac OS 9.2, and Mac OS X Version 10.3.5 and higher OS. The Encore/ST G4 Duet 1.6 GHz fits seamlessly into all supported systems, and it has an auto-configures function which you do not need to use switches or jumpers. Visit Sonnettech for more details.

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Bamboo Speaker

August 3rd, 2006

The bamboo portable speaker, Bird-Electron EZ-TAKEGTF2. This speaker is made from bamboo called the Japanese SuSu bamboo, it is a special type of bamboo which is smoked and aged for close to 100 years. The speakers utilize the resonance of bamboo. No power source needed. The bamboo speakers can be plug into any audio device through its stereo-mini plug. This bamboo speaker is available at Japanese Gadget Exporter AudioCubes for $199.

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Plextor Plexeraser DVD / CD Eraser

August 3rd, 2006

Plextor comes out with a new device called the Plexeraser. It only has one function and that function is to destroy any data in a DVD/CD. It will only take you 6 minutes to erase all the data in a DVD/CD.

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LCD on Logitech Mouse, DIY

July 27th, 2006

Modder Jani ‘Japala’ Pönkkö fixed an LCD display (Nokia 6610) into a Logitech G5 optical mouse. The controller requires adding three more wires to the mouse. These are connected to a parallel port and the screen can only show about 1 frame per second, but that is good and fast enough for general statistics or showing photos on a mouse. It’s a really clean build. Full instructions here.

[via Techeblog]

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Apple wireless mighty mouse

July 26th, 2006


Apple has released their new Bluetooth-enabled Mighty Mouse that features a tracking engine that is 20 times more sensitive than standard optical mice. A 360-degree clickable scroll ball, a touch-sensitive top shell and force-sensing side buttons make this new Apple Mouse really mighty. Mighty mouse is out for selling at the price of $69.

[via Ubergizmo]

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Bigger storage and faster T.ONE 8GB USB Microdrive

July 21st, 2006

Bigger space for you, check out T.ONE 8GB USB Microdrive with USB 2.0-equipped (backwards compatible with USB 1.1) for a data transfer speed of 8.8MB/sec; this will save your time if you want to transfer a big files. At 1.7 ounces and less than two inches square and also it is completely portable.

[via Product Dose]

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WOLFKING Warrior Gaming Keyboard

July 20th, 2006


This WOLFKING Warrior keyboard lets your left hand to have easy access during FPS games on the PC. There are the standard keys that the left hand usually has access to on a standard keyboard, including all (F1-F12) function keys arranged in a circle. It does not have the extra customizable keys that some other gaming pads we’ve seen, but the addition of the O, B and K keys is placed differently from a standard keyboard. This keyboard is available in red/green/black, i saw red one at tigerdirect.com selling for $34.99
[via Gizmodo]

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Creative Fatal1ty 1010 Mouse

July 19th, 2006


The Fatal1ty 1010 Mouse was designed with every last detail scrutinized by the world’s top FPS (First Person Shooter) gamer, Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel. The Creative Fatal1ty 2020 mouse has a 6.4 megapixel sensor in its base to pick up the smallest twitch. The ‘SpeedWire’ cable enables the fastest connection possible to your PC ensuring every move and motion is executed flawlessly. ‘RapidRes’ with visual resolution indicator takes full advantage of ‘HD-Optix’ power, letting you switch instantly between optical resolutions (400/800/1600 CPI). This Fatal1ty 1010 Mouse is available at amazon.com.uk for £31.72 ($57.90). More Pictures…
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Sigma's USB audio hub

July 19th, 2006


Sigma comes out a special USB hub by adding audio capabilities to the mix. It features three USB 2.0 ports, includes jacks for headphone, speakers, and a microphone, along with a button which you can switch them to headset or speaker. If you want to listen from speaker while listening from head phone just push the button on the top of hub. The hub measure 88×46×17mm weighs 45g and is available end of July for approximately $25. The3 ports USB 2.0 Hub is compatible with OS Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP.

[via Engadget]

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USB Self Destruction Button

July 18th, 2006


USB Self Destruction Button for sale! It is a USB 2.0 hub actually which emits small audio sounds as soon as “Kill Kill Kill” buttons are pressed. The product will be available in Japan at the end of July, and pre-order is available now GeekStuff4U.com. More Pictures…
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