How many hours do you spend in front of the computer? Does your back hurt? What about your joints and in particular your knees? There’s no point in denying it, the more time you spend at your desk whether at work or at home, the more likely to visit the doctor for a work-related condition.
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Before telling you about this Pulse smartpen I’ll have to admit that I happen to type a lot more words than I’m writing. And there’s a simple reason for that. I can understand the words I’m typing whereas my writing isn’t that easy to decipher. Furthermore I’m not getting tired as fast when using both of my hands to type instead of simply writing everything done.
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One of the best software solutions ever to have been released by Microsoft is the Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft is well aware of that. With Windows 7 coming soon we’re bound to also see Office 2010 emerge. And Redmond has decided to make available a Starter version of Office 2010 which is supposed to replace Microsoft Works be available totally free.
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I’ve seen my share of multi-function gadgets over the years and I can honestly say that the majority of them have been pretty useless. So when I came across the Weather Alarm Clock Photo Triple Frame from ExpertVerdict.com I nearly did a double take. Not only is this thing a digital photo frame, it combines a mini weather station and alarm clock in the same unit? You owe it to yourself to at least take a look at this one. (more…)

If you’re anything like me you are surrounded by hundreds of CDs and DVDs from years of collecting. While not all of them are worthy of keeping (Lady’s Man, anyone?) it would be nice to be able to have a record of every movie and CD in my collection so I could at least attempt to get myself organized. Something like that might even come in handy for insurance reasons. The IntelliScanner Classic from IntelliScanner can help you do just that and all you have to do is scan the barcodes while it does all the work. (more…)

There is something to be said for videoconferencing. It’s cheap compared to the alternative of sending groups of people from all over the world to one place for a meeting, it’s relatively easy to do, and anything that can save me from having to go through the agonizing peril that often accompanies air travel I am all for. OK, that last one was more of a personal thing, but still, it gets a vote for videoconferencing. Into what has been a world dominated by the likes of WebEX and GoToMeeting, HP has decided to land and they’re bringing the big guns with their new SkyRoom videoconferencing software. (more…)

When I was gainfully employed by Corporate America as a product manager, I spent untold hours creating and giving PowerPoint presentations. Actually, not only did I give my own presentations, I’d spend hours creating other’s presentations because I just happened to be a whiz with the PowerPoint software. If only there was a way for the less adept to create basic slideshows without having to learn the complicated software applications. It turns out that there is. Honestech has just announced their latest product, FOTOBOX™, and it is set to take the thinking out of the presentation equation. (more…)

Skype VoIP technology is growing in popularity as an alternative to the more traditional telephone service providers because of its ease of use and dirt-cheap costs. Who wouldn’t want the ability to basically chat with anyone on the planet that has a computer connected to the Internet…for free? Oh yeah, and they also have video. Now you can see why technology like this has the big phone companies scrambling to slow down their own obsolescence. In support of the continued growth of VoIP providers like Skype, ClearOne has announced their latest high-end speakerphone, the CHAT™ 160. (more…)

Now I have to admit something to my global readers; I have never heard of UK-based radio maker PURE. And for a company that calls themselves the world’s leading radio manufacturer to fly below my radar screen is inexcusable. I do hope that you’ll find it in your hearts to forgive me. Putrescent begging aside, lets get on with the show. PURE has announced today the launch of their latest DAB and Internet-connected radio, the PURE Sensia. One look at this super-sleek, kinda retro design with its massive touchscreen will have you wishing for one this holiday season. (more…)

Last week we let you in on the announcement that ASUS had just added a touchscreen interface to its AiGuru standalone Skype phone the SV1 and renamed it the SV1T. This week, we bring you the other half of the ASUS announcement, the introduction of a new Dolby headphone and microphone set, the HP-100U. (more…)

My experience with the office projector has been somewhat of a mixed bag. Having a projector in your office is definitely a good thing when you need to give a presentation to a large group of people that are turned on by graphics and slide animations. Having a projector in your office can also be a bad thing, especially when they stop working, produce migraine-inducing blurry and distorted graphics, and kick out thousands of BTUs of heat as they sit across from you on the conference room table. Let’s just say a good projector is an asset and more companies should spend the money to get a good one. The latest office-friendly projector from Epson, the PowerLite 1716, sports high-end features and a low-end price tag. (more…)

If you make you’re living on the road making presentations you’ll know only too well how your choice of mouse and other presentation related peripherals can make the difference between slick presentations and unmitigated disasters and with that in mind Philips have just unveiled their SPM9800/10 Bluetooth Notebook Mouse which offers bother wireless and USB connectivity paired with the ability to act as a non-desk based presentation device.
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NEC haves announced the addition of two new projectors — the NP110 and the NP215 — to its NP Value series, and as that name clearly says, the word here is budget pricing. It’s about home theater capability, multimedia functions and an affordable price tag.

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Klipsch is definitely known for their sound systems and they have some of the best iPod docks on the market. They realize that sound quality and craftsmanship is key to consumer acceptance and they have taken it to heart in their latest creation, the Klipsch iGroove SXT iPod/Computer Speaker. They have certainly improved over the first-generation iGroove SXT (released in 2007) by adding increased compatibility for the iPhone 3Gs and all new iPod models as well as complete insulation from cell phone interference and bi-amplification technology. (more…)

3M have rolled out their latest projector, the MPro 120. A successor to the earlier MPro 110, the company thinks the new 3M MPro 120 is an ultra-portable projector, and a sound investment as well. The full VGA projector has 12 lumens of brightness and can project at 640 x 480 resolutions for three to four hours while running on its batteries alone.

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Projectors are certainly garnering a lot of press lately as manufacturers are racing to see who can be the first to come up with the smallest, brightest, most full-featured models. The latest product offering from Epoq, the EPP-CEP1 Pico Projector, and it is definitely going to give the competition something to talk about this fall. It’s currently the only mini projector to feature the Windows CE 5.0 operating system and it also gives the user the option to open Microsoft Office programs directly on the projector without having to attach it directly to a PC. (more…)

There are a couple of things that reign supreme when it comes to portable projectors, size and brightness. If they are too big to carry around comfortable, most people won’t bother to carry them around. If they’re not bright enough to broadcast a decent picture on the wall or screen or wherever it is that you are projecting onto, it might as well be an overpriced paperweight. Well, when it comes to portable projectors, it would seem that SANYO of Japan has managed to eke out a winner with the LP-XU106. Billed as the world’s brightest sub-4-kg projector, this little beauty (in white, of course) should definitely make its mark within the category. (more…)

For those of us that make a living behind the computer monitor, having a keyboard and mouse that are actually comfortable can make a big difference. Ergonomic keyboards have been around for over ten years with the Microsoft Natural keyboard among the first. Its unique split keyboard design and curved surfaces it proved to be a bit too much for some users to handle. For the user that prefers their comfy keyboard a bit more mainstream, Logitech has announced the release of its new MK700 Wireless Desktop with Incurve keys. (more…)

Logitech announced today the release of two new wireless presentation controllers, the Professional Presenter R800 and the Wireless Presenter R400. With laser pointing, wireless convenience and intuitive slideshow controls that can be found by touch, Logitech’s new presenters are designed to allow the presenter the freedom to move around the room without having to worry about having someone advance the slides or maneuver through slide animations. (more…)

Everyone is busy and it seems like there are never enough hours in the day to get things done. And if the challenge of actually completing your tasks wasn’t enough we have to actually remember when everything needs to get done. If the old fashioned way of writing your appointments and recurring events on a calendar is getting in the way of your electronics-laden lifestyle, the folks at SkyMall have just the thing with their Jenda Lifetime Voice Calendar and Message Center. (more…)

When it comes to electronics the smaller the better and what corporate road warrior hasn’t felt the pain of having to lug around an unwieldy projector to a business meeting. What if you could have a tiny pocket-sized projector that gave you portability and performance? The folks at AAXA Technologies think they have just the thing for you in their new P2 Pico Projector. (more…)

The weather on the planet is all over the map. Global warming, melting ice caps, droughts, and tsunamis…the possibilities are endless. So what if you are really concerned with keeping tabs on the rising global temperatures or monitoring your local rainfall? The Jacob Jensen Modular Weather Station will let you do all of that and more while making sure the device fits in with even the most modern interior design. (more…)

The ability for technology to interface with humans via touch has long been the dream of product designers everywhere. With haptics interfaces being the new buzzword in tactile control, it’s no wonder that many remote control makers are seeking to integrate touch-sensitive screens and controls into their devices. The latest remote control by Universal Remote Control Inc. (URC), the MX-5000, claims a next-level haptics control that takes the entertainment manipulation environment to a new level. (more…)

The ability for us to keep our information safe has gotten a lot harder over the years. Criminals and just plain nosey people have a way of getting their hands on personal data without your consent and this can lead to all sorts of problems. The gadget geeks over at Chinavasion have come up with a great solution for keeping your data secure without breaking the bank. Their latest flash drive introduction, the USB Fingerprint Security Lock Flash Disk, has an integrated fingerprint scanner that will help to ensure that your data stays where it should. (more…)

Yes, I know. We need another portable docking station like we need another USB flash drive shaped like a panda bear. But we have to deliver the news no matter how commercially redundant. The latest music docking station from YAMAHA the PDX-30 packs all of the usual suspects when it comes to these gadgets including a remote control and full compatibility with all of the Apple i-products. (more…)

It’s not very often that a manufacturer introduces something into the LCD display market that has anyone standing up to take notice. They are pretty much all the same slim, black, eye-popping crystal clear graphics; you know the drill. So what happens when someone decides to play around with the display space instead of the display? EVGA has announced a true revolution (ahem) in LCD displays with its new Interview 1770 dual 17-in monitors with rotating display stand. (more…)

If you’re looking for a VoIP desk phone that’s big on features Snom’s latest offering, the Snom 870 Touchscreen VoIP Phone, which comes with a touchscreen display with drag and drop functionality as well as USB and WLAN connectivity options will doubtless prove especially tempting.
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Dell is pretty well known for its line of business-friendly Vostro computers, but it was generally felt that it was a tad lacking in one area: the all-in-one. With offices trying to do more with less (space that is) even desktop real-estate is at a premium. Dell must have listened because they have recently announced the addition of a new computer to its Vostro line, the Vostro All-In-One. (more…)

Office environments can be dirty places. Recycled air and less-than-hygienic co-workers (you know who you are) can have you reaching for your Purell every time you walk in the place. We all know that plants and flowers can help to make the air around you just a little healthier and whose office can’t use a bit more nature? Now with the USB-powered flowerpot and air filter from Gadget4All you can have the best of both worlds; cleaner air and a better looking cubicle. (more…)

Traditional online security only protects your sensitive information once it has reached the Internet, but not while it’s sitting on your computer. Credit card companies, online retailers and security professionals spend millions every year to make the Internet a safer place for credit card transactions. Despite these constant advances, credit card data is stolen every day due to the vulnerability of personal computers. The SmartSwipe is the world’s only truly safe personal credit card scanner and it will change the way you conduct (and feel about) online transactions. (more…)