Story posted on: November 4, 2009

IronKey has announced its D200 secure USB device that comes with high security, remote update capabilities and low total cost of ownership for added peace of mind, where the D200 drives will target workers who store, transport and share large amounts of data regardless of whether they're in the office or in the field. Features of the IronKey D200 include new policy enforcement, usability and field-maintenance capabilities, dual-channel architecture enables rapid data transfer rates, a strong authentication token, secure management of encryption keys and can defend itself against physical, malware and password attacks. [Press Release]
Story posted on: October 21, 2009
Sanwa's latest USB mousepad does much more than you would expect in addition to making sure your pansy mouse has a fancy, smooth place to glide over. This device will also boast a multi-slot memory card reader that handles SD and Memory Stick formats of all sorts, alongside a storage compartment for you to stash away those memory cards on your travels. An 80cm retractable USB cable makes it a snap to pack when you move around. Sounds like a pretty good deal if the price is right, eh?
Story posted on: October 21, 2009

Thanko's latest device would be the USB ultrasonic cleaner, where you will need to make sure that there are at least a couple of USB ports available before you get started. This lets you clean your bling during office hours, giving those pair of earrings a nice, shiny glow over the course of your lunch. It offers sonic vibration of up to 5800 waves per minute to make sure your jewelry remain spick and span.
Story posted on: October 12, 2009

ProtoDojo is the genius behind this NES controller flash drive that is not only able to tote around your favorite content everywhere you go, it also comes equipped with an ingenious security measure that requires one to be a true NES veteran in order to figure out the method of mounting the drive. Here's a major clue - it comprises of the classic Konami code, making all Contra fans sit up and take notice almost immediately.
Story posted on: October 12, 2009
The Cables To Go Wireless USB Superbooster Extender works by letting you hook up a USB device wirelessly to your computer, as long as it remains within a 150 foot radius. Apart from that, there is no need to deal with 'line of sight' requirements that are found in other wireless USB technologies, making this an ideal addition to your SOHO or home if you happen to live it up in terms of a wireless lifestyle. Expect the Cables To Go Wireless USB Superbooster Extender to retail for $189.99, where it will come with a host adapter and one device adapter.
Story posted on: October 8, 2009


There are USB flash drives, and then there are USB flash drives. We recently got our hands on the Lexar JumpDrive SAFE FIPS certified USB flash drive and have taken it out for a spin. Don't think that all USB flash drives are alike – some of them do come with added security features while others are tough nuts to crack – I'm pleased to report that the Lexar JumpDrive SAFE S3000 FIPS satisfies both categories without missing a beat. Read on in the extended post for the full review.
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Story posted on: October 7, 2009

[CEATEC 2009] Korean company Soundgraph is demonstrating how it can control up to 6 small USB displays connected to a single PC. The idea is to turn these displays into dedicated touch devices like a media player, a calendar, photo frame and so on. One master application runs on the computer itself and that is where the smartness happens. It’s pretty cool and I’ll have to find out if it is possible to write our own apps in there. I’d love to see an Ubergizmo app, haha. The displays cost between $200 and $300 and seem to be 5” to 8” large in size.
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Story posted on: October 7, 2009

The Happy U, also known as the USB Rejoice Companion (no need to have naughty laughs there), is a highly portable USB-powered device that is inspired by traditional Chinese acupuncture and massage techniques. It supposedly eliminates fatigue, relieves discomfort, helps you detoxify your body and assists you in your weight loss program. All you need to do is plug this into any available USB port on your machine and turn that workspace into a "personal gym" of sorts, although we're not sure just how much of this claim are we to believe or laugh off. Come on, at $14.39 a pop, do you seriously think this is going to help you out in your quest for better health?
Story posted on: October 5, 2009

Thanko is back with their whacky USB Soldering Iron, letting you use it with a 9V battery for all your DIY electronic projects. It is capable of heating up the iron to 500 Celsius, so do be careful with this on your desk! Of course, when plugged into a USB port, it reaches around 200 Celsius (300 if you're using a couple of USB ports). Expect a $28 price point thereabouts for this from Thanko.
Story posted on: October 2, 2009
Following the footsteps of the Freecom USB 3.0 hard drive, along comes the Buffalo DriveStation HD-HXU3 which will also conform to the USB 3.0 standard, where it is able to hit a maximum speed of 125MB/s where data transfer is concerned, making it up to 400% faster compared to the speediest USB 2.0 hard drive in the market today. The Buffalo HD-HXU3 benefits from having the Fujitsu MB86C30A USB 3.0 to SATA IC within, hence being able to achieve such phenomenal transfer speeds. Expect the Buffalo DriveStation HD-HXU3 to come in 1TB, 1.5TB and 2TB capacities when it hits Europe and the Middle East sometime in Q4 this year, although there is no word on pricing to date.
Story posted on: September 30, 2009
Cables To Go juts rolled out its Wireless USB Superbooster Extender, where the device will enable users to connect any USB device like a printer, scanner, camera or interactive whiteboard to their computer without having to live out a tethred lifestyle - just make sure you don't venture beyond a 150-foot radius and you're good to go. In fact, it is able to be accessed and controlled from another room or floor without having to be confined by the “line of sight” requirements that is normally found in other wireless USB technologies. Expect the Cables To Go Wireless USB Superbooster Extender to come with a host adapter and one device adapter, where it will include a driver software and is easily set up within a matter of minutes, retailing for $189.99 a pop. [Press Release]
Story posted on: September 29, 2009
Work can be a very stressful affair, so why not lighten up the mood at the office with the 4GB USB Scent Drive? After all, it not only holds up to 4GB of your important data, it is able to emit your favorite aromatherapy scent whenever plugged in. Featuring 13MB/sec read and 10MB/sec write speeds, this $43 purchase will more or less drain your notebook's battery life in no time, so we would recommend using this only at the office as there are ample power outlets to plug your notebook into whenever it runs low on juice.
Story posted on: September 27, 2009

Intel might have unveiled its 10 gigabyte Light Peak connection at IDF, but it looks like things might not be what they seem. Initially pitched at as Intel-made design, recent leaks have indicated that this fiber optic connection is the direct result of talks between Apple founder Steve Jobs and Intel chief Paul Otellini. Rumors indicate that Apple wants a single, high-speed connection standard to replace FireWire, USB and also Ethernet. Regardless of who came up with the idea, it’s certainly going to be interesting when Light Peak hits the consumer market, and we certainly are looking forward to it.
Story posted on: September 24, 2009
Kensington has rolled out their latest USB universal docks for notebooks, where both models will come in a plug and play mini-tower form factor that cater to VGA/DVI connectivity, five USB 2.0 ports and audio jacks that are available the moment it is plugged to your notebook via USB without the need to install any software prior to it. You can opt for the basic configuration dock for $129.99, while those who prefer to have the flexibility of Ethernet connectivity will have to throw in another $20 to the fray.