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Panasonic TT-CC10W Skype webcam for HDTVs hits Japan

Chris Davies, Apr 20th 2010 Discuss [0]

It may look a little like Project Natal, but this lengthy webcam is actually Panasonic's Skype camera for their latest HDTVs. The Panasonic TY-CC10W is intended to use with select Viera models, bringing 720p HD video and active noise cancellation audio to the sets for straightforward video conversations. Read The Full Story

Hori HD LCD-3 snap-on screen for slimline PS3

Chris Davies, Apr 6th 2010 Discuss [0]

Sony's slimline PS3 may shed some inches from its chubby predecessor, but we still wouldn't exactly call it portable. Nonetheless, if you're interested in toting your PS3 for some mobile gaming, Hori's 11.6-inch HD LCD-3 snap-on display might be the accessory for you. Read The Full Story

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iPad Official Accessories Review

Vincent Nguyen, Apr 3rd 2010 Discuss [4]

While you don’t get much in the way of extras in the box with the iPad, Apple sent us away with a bag full of official accessories to play with. Apple have a range of six items intended to be used with your iPad, though not all of them will be available on launch day. After the cut, check out our unboxing video, gallery and some hands-on impressions with the iPad Dock, iPad Keyboard Dock, iPad Case and iPad 10W USB Power Adapter.

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Xbox 360 250GB hard-drive incoming [Update: $129.99 today]

Chris Davies, Mar 23rd 2010 Discuss [1]

So far Microsoft have only been offering their 250GB Xbox 360 hard-drive as a standalone accessory in Japan; everywhere else it's been included as part of a bundle with the console itself. That looks like it could be changing, however; one 360 gamer spotted the standalone drive being advertised on Microsoft's own Xbox Dashboard. Read The Full Story

Native Union Moshi Moshi want to give your cellphone a handset

Chris Davies, Mar 16th 2010 Discuss [0]

While full-sized handsets for cellphones and VoIP aren't new - we've seen several companies offering unusual or retro ways to pretend your smartphone is something else - it's taken Native Union to attempt to make it all serious. Their Moshi Moshi line of wired and wireless handsets and speakerphones not only look pretty darn good, but they offer features like dual-pairing (with, say, your phone and your laptop), streaming audio and more. Read The Full Story

Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000, HD-5001 and HD-6000 webcams get TrueColor auto-balance

Chris Davies, Mar 16th 2010 Discuss [4]

Microsoft have outed three new webcams, each of which use the company's new TrueColor Technology for improved color balance and exposure. The new range includes the LifeCam HD-5000 and HD-5001, intended for desktop users, and the LifeCam HD-6000 for Notebooks; each supports 720p HD video recording and auto-focus. Read The Full Story

Razer Plans Future Mac Support, Also Adding Existing Products

Evan Selleck, Mar 10th 2010 Discuss [0]

It's only been a couple days since the official announcement heard 'round the world: Valve is releasing Steam for Mac. That's right, ladies and gentlemen, one of the biggest reasons Mac users were running BootCamp on their systems has now come their way in a far more native approach. So, while everyone is clearing out their hard drives, Razer wants to make it perfectly clear that they, too, are going to start supporting the Cupertino-based hardware/software combo. Read The Full Story

Office Max to launch Engage store brand for tech gear

Shane McGlaun, Mar 10th 2010 Discuss [0]

There are so many options for technology products on the market today that you can find gear just about anywhere. More options is not a bad thing though and Office Max has announced that it will be offering its own line of tech gear under the Engage brand. Here's hoping Captain Piccard is featured on the packaging. Read The Full Story

SteelSeries 6Gv2 gaming keyboard & 7H headset announced

Chris Davies, Mar 2nd 2010 Discuss [0]

CeBIT 2010 isn't all about netbooks and tablets; there are peripherals there too. SteelSeries have outed their latest gaming combo, the SteelSeries 6Gv2 gaming keyboard and the SteelSeries 7H headset. The former can recognize "as many simultaneous key presses as there are keys on the keyboard" for those particularly hectic late-night gaming sessions, while the latter gets closed ear-cups each with a 50mm driver. Read The Full Story

Logitech Squeezebox Radio Accessory Pack adds battery & remote for $50

Chris Davies, Feb 25th 2010 Discuss [1]

Logitech have finally released their Squeezebox Radio Accessory Pack, which will finally allow users of the Squeezebox Radio to cut the power cord. The $49.99 kit includes an IR remote control and an internal rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack; Logitech reckon it's good enough for up to six hours of wireless playback from the WiFi radio.

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iControlPad for iPhone in production; release imminent

Chris Davies, Feb 25th 2010 Discuss [0]

It's been a few months since we last heard anything regarding the iControlPad joystick-controller accessory for the iPhone and iPod touch, but according to the project site things have been progressing well. As of earlier this month, mass production of the controller began, complete with two different versions. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

Microsoft sub-$30 BlueTrack mice debut

Chris Davies, Feb 24th 2010 Discuss [0]

Microsoft have pushed out three new computer mice, each of which uses its BlueTrack tracking system, but at a budget price. The Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 and Wireless Mouse 2000 are, as the names suggest, cable-free, while the Comfort Mouse 4500 is Microsoft's first wired BlueTrack mouse. All three are under $30. Read The Full Story