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Buffalo LinkStation Duo twin NAS drive

November 16, 2009

Buffalo Technology has unveiled the Link Station Duo - a two-drive NAS (network-attached storage) drive.

The Link Station Duo is available in a choice of 1 terabyte, 2TB or 4TB of storage capacities and allows users to place the two swappable drives in either standard, RAID 0 or RADI 1 configurations.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


Buffalo BR-X16U2-EU external Blu-ray drive

November 9, 2009

Buffalo has unveiled the BR-X16U2-EU - an external Blu-ray drive.

The black drive, which measures 50x220x160mm, can be attached to a PC via its USB 2.0 connection, which also powers the device. It is capable of writing Blu-ray discs at a speed of 8x, while DVDs and CDs can be written at speeds of 16x and 32x respectively.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


Samsung S2 Portable 500GB external hard drive

October 23, 2009

Samsung is hoping to tempt film fans into buying its new 500GB portable hard drive by including a copy of the Tom Hanks film Angels and Demons on it.

The Samsung S2 Portable finds itself in a crowded market - hence the inclusion of the film based on the Dan Brown novel, as well as several other applications. Samsung says it is the first time an external hard drive has been pre-loaded with a full-length feature film. 

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


Buffalo's external USB 3.0 hard drives hit market

October 8, 2009

ComponentsThe USB 3.0 race heated up yesterday, with the news that Buffalo's HD-HU3 range of hard drives will be the world's first SuperSpeed drives to make it to market when they ship in Japan later this month.

Buffalo's new range of hard drives will initially be available in capacities ranging from 500GB to 1.5TB, with a larger 2TB model planned for later release.

Chris Brandrick | Read more...


LaCie Starck Desktop Hard Drive

October 7, 2009

LaCie Starck Mobile Hard DriveLaCie has launched two new external hard drives designed in conjunction with Philippe Starck.

The LaCie Starck Desktop Hard Drive and LaCie Starck Mobile Hard Drive come in capacities of up to 2TB and will be sold through LaCie's online store and premium resellers.

Rosemary Hattersley | Read more...


Hey Apple: don't mess with the Mighty Mouse

October 5, 2009

AppleApple appears to be readying a new version of its Mighty Mouse, possibly planning to launch it later this year with a set of new iMacs. But here's my advice to Apple: don't mess with the mouse.

AppleInsider was first on the story. "Apple's next mouse is expected to do away with the Mighty Mouse's problematic mechanical roller ball, using expanded touch-sensitive housing and multipoint touch detection mechanism technologies described in recent patent filings," the site wrote.

David Coursey | Read more...


Wacom Bamboo graphics tablet

September 24, 2009

Wacom Bamboo graphics tabletGraphics tablet specialist Wacom has introduced a new range of Bamboo tablets, merging interactive multi-touch functionality with pen tablet technology in a single device.

Currently, the Bamboo tablets recognise two digits at a time and can distinguish between gestures to zoom, rotate and scroll. Gesture can also be used for navigation and to click or select an item or tool.

Nick Spence | Read more...


i-Buddy USB alert device

September 21, 2009

Lava Accessories has launched the i-Buddy - a USB gadget that comes alive in a bid to alert PC users when they get a message or email on their PC.

The 3in-tall robot can be connected to a PC via USB and will perform various motions and effects when the user receives a messag containing an emoticon in Windows Live Messenger. The i-Buddy tries to emulate the emotion conveyed by emoticon. Expressions include flapping its wings, glowing one of eight different colours or its heart flashing.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


BenQ V2400 and V200 HD LED displays

September 15, 2009

BenQ has unveiled the V2400 Eco and V2200 Eco - two new widescreen LED displays.

The 24in V2400 and 21.5in V200 are both high-definition displays that, BenQ says, use 36 percent less power than traditional flat-panel displays. The displays have an Eco Mode, which uses 30 percent less energy than when they are running in standard mode.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


HP Photosmart Premium multifunction printer with touchscreen

September 9, 2009

HP has unveiled a range of Photosmart printers that features touch sensitive technology allowing users to print using the LCD display located on the front of the printer.

The £199 HP Photosmart Premium is the top-of-the range multi-function printer that offers printing, scanning and faxing capabilities. It features an 8.9 cm Touchscreen and has a Wi-Fi connection. Together the components allow users to view, edit and print lab-quality photos from an online album at Snapfish using just the LCD display.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


Buffalo MiniStation Lite HD-PX, at IFA

September 5, 2009

Buffalo MiniStation HD-PXBuffalo's MiniStation HD-PX is a shock-resistant portable hard drive that comes in a range of colours. The MiniStation HD-PX is available in capacities from 250GB up to 500GB.

The MiniStation Lite HD-PX is based on a 2.5in disk and connects via USB. It will replace Buffalo's older HD-PF model. The company informs us that the MiniStation Lite HD-PX is likely to be available in volume from January 2010.

David Price | Read more...


Lexmark touchscreen all-in-one inkjets

September 2, 2009

Printer blogLexmark has announced its full 2009 range, representing eight new printers for home office and small- to medium-sized businesses.

The new range of Lexmark all-in-one (AIO) inkjet printers includes three web-connected AIOs with myTouch capacitive 4.3-inch touchscreen technology.

Lexton Snol | Read more...


Hello Kitty Mimobot USB flash drive

August 25, 2009

Hello Kitty Mimobot USB flash driveFans of Hello Kitty will be delighted to learn of a commemorative memory stick launched to mark the 35th anniversary of the very special feline. Cult designers Mimico have come up with a Hello Kitty-themed Mimobot USB memory stick.

As well as being a useful and instantly recognisable flash drive, the Hello Kitty Mimobot is primed with wallpapers and other graphics of Kitty herself.

Rosemary Hattersley | Read more...


Hannspree HF 'Metropolitan' LCD monitors

August 25, 2009

Hannspree has unveiled its HF range of 'Metropolitan' monitors, which is says are aimed at those looking for minimalist style.

There are two LCD monitors in the range - the 20in HF207AP and the 23in HF237HP. Hannspree says the monitors could easily be mistaken for TVs as they feature a high gloss, black mirror finish and curved slim frame.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


Quick fixes to get more from your mouse

August 19, 2009

Quick fixHere are three simple ways to get more from your mouse, from ditching the double-click to middle-click tips that'll make your life easier.

Let's begin by looking at the Ribbon in Office 2007.

Rick Broida | Read more...


Lite-On eTAU108 slimline external DVD writer

August 18, 2009

Lite-On has unveiled the eTAU108 - a slimline, external DVD writer.

Ideal for netbooks or ultraportable that do not come with a built-in optical drive, the top-loading device weighs less than 350g and can be connected to a laptop or PC via USB 2.0.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


Optoma HD20 digital projector

August 11, 2009

Optoma HD20 digital projectorOptoma has launched a high-definition digital projector with an unusually low price tag of £899.

The Full 1080p HD home cinema projector can be hooked up to a laptop or desktop PC, a standalone Blu-ray player, digital video recorder or set-top box, an Xbox 360 or other games console. Video footage and games are displayed in the 16:9 aspect ratio now common for commercial movies.

Rosemary Hattersley | Read more...


Epson Stylus Photo PX650 photo printer

July 30, 2009

Epson Stylus Photo PX650 photo printerEpson has launched a new A4 photo printer aimed at digital photo enthusiasts, the £129 Stylus Photo PX650.

A 6.3cm colour screen on the photo printer will allow the user to scroll through their images, select and edit them and make any last-minute border or cropping changes before printing.

Rosemary Hattersley | Read more...


WD Scorpio Blue 1TB notebook hard drive

July 28, 2009

WD Scorpio Blue 1TB notebook hard driveWestern Digital has launched the first 1TB hard drive for notebook computers, the WD Scorpio Blue 2.5in hard drive.

Three 333GB platters combine to offer a terabyte of storage. Western Digital says the 12.5mm-thick drives are likely to appear in its own storage products such as the MyPassport Essential SE Portable USB drive range.

Rosemary Hattersley | Read more...


HannsG HH251HP HD widescreen display

July 10, 2009

HannsG has launched the HH251HP - a 25in widescreen - the first in its HH series of displays.

The display has a native resolution of 1,920x1,080 pixels making it suitable for showing HD content. It offers support for multiple aspect ratios and has a 'hot key' that will automatically transform an image's aspect ratio from 16:9 to 4:3 if it appears stretched.

Carrie-Ann Skinner | Read more...


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