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Plantronics .Audio 995 wireless headset

By Chris Davies on Thursday, May 28th 2009 No Comments

plantronics audio 995 321x480 Plantronics have announced their latest wireless headset, the Plantronics .Audio 995. Rather than use a standardized wireless technology such as Bluetooth, Plantronics have plumped for their own 2.4GHz system which requires a USB dongle.

The range is similar to that offered by Bluetooth, at around 40 feet, and the Plantronics system also includes control of volume, play and track skips in iTunes and Windows Media Player from buttons on the headset itself. The microphone features noise-canceling technology and automatically mutes when raised into the upright position.

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Violet Mir:ror RFID gizmo reviewed: fun, moderately functional

By Chris Davies on Wednesday, May 27th 2009 1 Comment

Violet’s Mir:ror took its time coming, but the RFID coaster is now on the market and getting its first reviews. The Gadgeteer have been playing with the wireless gizmo, which allows you to tag objects with self-adhesive “ztamps” and associate them with functions like launching websites, playing media, sending messages or recording frequency of use stats.

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Video demo after the cut

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Tony Hawk: RIDE priced – $120 plus skateboard controller

By Chris Davies on Tuesday, May 26th 2009 No Comments

Tony Hawk: RIDE has finally been priced, and that clever skateboard controller isn’t doing gamers on a budget any favors. The game plus the controller comes in at a not-inconsiderable $119.99, according to Gamestop.

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Sprint MiFi 2200 mobile hotspot unboxed

By Ewdison Then on Friday, May 22nd 2009 14 Comments

Sprint weren’t going to let Verizon get all the MiFi 2200 EVDO Rev.A mobile hotspot love, and so sent over their version of the Novatel modem for SlashGear to take a look at. Since both units are, technically, identical, there’s no surprise as to what the Sprint MiFi is: a battery powered EVDO modem, capable of sharing out its connection to up to five WiFi devices.

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Unboxing video after the cut

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Verbatim Color Nano Wireless Notebook Mouse revealed

By Brenda Stokes on Thursday, May 21st 2009 No Comments

Verbatim announced their latest mouse offering today with the Color Nano Wireless Notebook Mouse. This mouse works with both Windows and Mac-based systems and uses 2.4GHz RF wireless to connect the device with your computer.

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DigiFi Digital Opera S2 and iPod S5 wireless headphones

By Chris Davies on Tuesday, May 19th 2009 No Comments

DigiFi have announced their latest wireless audio products, based on Kleer’s lossless technology. The Digital Opera S2 and iPod-compatible Digital Opera S5 each come with a wireless transmitter dongle; the S2’s plugs into a standard 3.5mm headphone socket, while the S5’s uses an iPod’s dock connector and supports remote-control.

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Microsoft BlueTrack range get new mice & keyboard set

By Chris Davies on Tuesday, May 19th 2009 No Comments

Microsoft have quietly unveiled three new peripherals in its BlueTrack range, two new mice and a wireless keyboard/mouse set. The Microsoft BlueTrack Wireless Mobile Mouse 6000 is intended for mobile use, and pairs a blue-laser mouse with a mini-USB 2.4GHz transceiver; meanwhile the Wireless Mouse 5000 has a larger transceiver and is intended for desktop use.

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It’s all true, Verizon Wireless will offer the HP Mini 1151NR Netbook with integrated 3G-goodness!

By Vincent Nguyen on Wednesday, May 13th 2009 No Comments

Everything you’ve heard about Verizon Wireless offering a Netbook with Mobile Broadband network built in is 100-percent true. You’ll be able to pick one up at Verizon Wireless stores this upcoming Sunday, May 17 for a small price of $199.99 after a $50.00 mail-in rebate along with a new two-year activation on a Mobile Broadband plan.

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Logitech Wireless Guitar Controller for PS3 & PS2 announced

By Chris Davies on Tuesday, May 12th 2009 No Comments

Logitech have announced a guitar controller for the PlayStation, licensed by Activision for their Guitar Hero series. The Logitech Wireless Guitar Controller for PS3 and PS2 has a wood neck and body, plus a rosewood fingerboard and metal frets, while its wireless system offers up to 30ft of range.

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Verizon MiFi 2200 Wi-Fi hotspot hands-on and unboxing

By Brenda Stokes on Friday, May 8th 2009 No Comments

We just got our hands on the review unit of the MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot today from Verizon and Novatel Wireless and we were eager to capture the unboxing for you. This device weighs next to nothing and it’s super easy to take with you anywhere. It’s meant to help you make a Wi-Fi connection anywhere you want that can be completely secure and reliable. Up to 5 connections can be shared at one time. This includes users or devices like cameras, gaming consoles or netbooks.

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