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Will Amazon Kindle The Flames Of The Next iPod?
Although it is not available in Australia yet, the Kindle may well become the next iPod- or so some analysts seem to think so.


Inefficient Light Bulb Replaced By GlacialLight
In a move sure to warm the hearts of Greenies everywhere, GlacialTech subsidiary GlacialLight has launched the MR16 LED bulb, designed to replace the Halogen MR16.


Cooldock Stops Laptops Overheating
In recent times overheating has been a hot topic for laptop users, with battery recalls from major manufacturers, including Dell, who recalled over 4 million batteries due to risk of explosion and overheating defects.


USB Sound Blaster From Creative
Creative has announced the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1, the first USB 2.0 audio solution that provides users with the easiest upgrade from basic, built-in audio to the Xtreme Fidelity (X-Fi) audio experience for their PC or notebook.


Inexpensive Media Keyboard From Microsoft
Microsoft Australia has today announced the Digital Media Keyboard 3000, an entertainment keyboard designed to enhance the computer user’s digital lifestyle at an affordable price.


Philips Invents Digital Undies
Forget about consumer electronics and other digital items, the boffins over at Philips have come up with the next ‘must have’ item- digital underwear to monitor users heart and health status.


RocketLife Photo Media Claim Points Over Rivals
RocketLife partner Visan commissioned InfoTrends to conduct a series of focus groups to discuss the ease-of-use of its Web-based digital photo applications versus its rivals. RocketLife claims that it outscored in eight major categories over CVS, Kodak EasyShare Gallery, Shutterfly and Snapfish.


Garrett Accelerates Light Bulb Phase Out
Environment Minister Peter Garrett has announced the government is bringing forward the phase out of incandescent light bulbs by 12 months.


Bluetooth Device Unlocks Key Hassles
ECKey has released a patented Bluetooth device that acts as a one-stop key device for home applications such as electronic doors, gates, alarms, vehicle central locking and garages.


One-Stop Shop Emergency Battery Recharger
Just 2-inches long, Uniross’new emergency recharger can charge any 2AA or 2AAA rechargeable batteries from a computer or laptop USB port, a USB car adaptor, or USB power adaptor.


Logitech Releases Comfy Cordless Mouse
Logitech has released the Logitech V450 Nano cordless laser mouse for notebooks, designed to provide more comfort and productivity for those who use a notebook PC or MacBook.


Jaycar Electronics Opens New Store
Jaycar Electronics has opened a new store at its Rydalmere head office location.


City Software Goes From Bricks To Clicks
IT Retailer, City Software, will close its two stores by June 30 and reinvent itself as an online and call centre business.


Atdec Launches 2-in-1 Screen Mount
If you are juggling two monitors in your office, but running out of desk space, the new Atdec Visidec Freestanding mounts may be a solution. They allow you to prop up two or three screens on the one device.


Apacer Turns To The Alphabet For New USB Hub
Apacer has rolled out a USB hub that can connect up to four USB devices at any given time with its peculiar Y-shape.


Logitech PC Speakers With TruSurround
Logitech’s new surround sound speaker system designed for media centre PCs comes packed with SRS TruSurround HD surround technology, the company has announced.


Waterproof Keyboards & Mice From Backplane Systems Technology
The InduProof series IP68 Keyboards and Mice have been developed for industries where ease of cleaning or disinfecting is a requirement, such as pharmaceutical, medical, chemical and food manufacturing.


New Portable Power Chargers From E3
E3 has introduced a new range of portable power solutions that can keep your gadgets fully-charged for longer.


Keep Your Notebook Safe With STM Backpack
STM has unveiled the Small Rogue - a backpack designed to keep your notebook safe using the art of concealing.


New Budget Wireless Mice From Microsoft
Microsoft aims to make notebook computing ‘easier’ with the release of a Bluetooth mouse, wireless laser mouse, and an optical power saving mouse.


A Targus Notebook Case For Extra Large Notebooks
Targus has launched the X-Ec 20” (XXL), a notebook case that made from a combination of nylon materials that claims to hold notebooks with screens up to 20 inches.


Targus Protects PC Users Against Prying Eyes
Targus Australia has launched a range of Anti-Glare Privacy Screens designed to protect the data displayed on a notebook or LCD monitor from prying eyes.


Kingston Unveils Multi-Card Reader
Kingston has unveiled its new Kingston Media Reader, an external reader designed to support up to 19 popular types of Flash memory cards.


A Wireless Skype Phone Minus The PC
Mitron has launched the SMC WSKP100, a Wi-Fi Skype phone that allows a user to make and receive Skype calls without the need of a PC.


Creative Unveils Affordable PC Speakers
Creative has launched the Inspire M2600 and M5300, two PC speakers which, the company claims, will provide users with ‘robust and expressive audio’.


A Mix And Match Messenger Bag From Targus
Targus Australia has launched its new Fusion range of messenger bags that offers nine different colour combinations. These new range comes with three different coloured shoulder straps that allows a user to mix and match ‘according to their mood’.


Microsoft Offers Wireless Multimedia Keyboard
Microsoft Hardware Australia has launched the Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000, a wireless keyboard and mouse that the company claims, will ‘transform the desktop computing experience.’


Plantronics Launches Sound Isolating Headset
Plantronics has unveiled its smallest and most portable computer headset in its line-up, touted the .Audio 480 Virtual Phone Booth headset, that claims to deliver outstanding stereo sound and voice quality for laptop users on the go.


Targus Unveils USB Keyboard For Notebooks
Targus Australia has released a new USB-powered keyboard that, the company claims, is designed to provide a seamless replacement for notebook PC users.


Microsoft Mouse With Flash Memory
Microsoft’s latest home office peripherals include a rechargeable wireless mouse which doubles as a removable flash storage drive, as well as a rechargeable wireless keyboard and mouse.


Radical New Small Speakers From Bose
Bose, the company which pioneered early small cube like speakers that had huge appeal among women is set to roll out a new generation of small speakers that incorporate a patented proprietary driver design. The speakers are designed to work with a PC system are also set to be sold via Apple stores.


Logitech Launches Portable Notebook Speakers
Logitech has unveiled the AudioHub Notebook Speaker System - a speaker system for notebooks that comes with three additional high-speed USB ports.


Microsoft Celebrates 25 Years With New Products
Microsoft has gone a long way in providing users with products to make computing better and easier. Now, 25 years down the road, Microsoft Australia releases its line-up of new hardware products as it celebrates its silver anniversary.


Targus Unveils Stylish Notebook Case
Protecting and giving one’s notebook the protection it needs is now easy and affordable with Targus’ Spliskin Notebook Case.


Logitech Keyboard Makes Waves
Logitech aims to change the way a user types with its new Cordless Desktop Wave Laser – a keyboard that sports a design to enhance comfort without requiring people to change the way they type.


Windows Vista Remote From Anyware
Anyware Computer Accessories has launched the Rock Vista Remote Control, a remote which, thet the company claims, will allow a user to enjoy entertainment on your PC with ease and comfort.


New Logitech Mouse Works In The Air
The latest laser mouse from Logitech claims to work not only on the desk, but also in the air in a similar way to how people use a remote to control the TV.


Logitech Debuts Portable Notebook Stand
Logitech claims to give notebook users comfort and convenience with the launch of its Alto Cordless Notebook Stand - a display riser that comes with a cordless keyboard as well as a three-port USB hub.


D-Link Launches Powerline Ethernet
D-Link is the next company to unveil its own Powerline solution; a 200Mbps Powerline Ethernet adaptor, allowing you to use your existing electrical wiring to extend your home network.


Internet Mobiles: Convenience Or Cumbrance?
Work-related internet-enabled mobile phone usage is increasingly impeding on our personal time, with the number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) owning the devices doubling in the past 12 months, according to the Sensis e-Business Report which was released today.


Logitech Launches Notebook Peripherals
We have seen a barrage of accessories for notebooks these past few years, and we are now we are seeing an interesting trend where people are using their notebooks almost entirely at home or as desktop replacements. Logitech’s new range of notebook stands, bags, and USB hubs caters to these users as well as traditional road warriors.


Logitech Delivers Carl Zeiss Webcam
Logitech has teamed up with Carl Zeiss to release the QuickCam Pro 9000, a webcam that uses a lens designed to set a new standard for webcam image quality and clarity, the company says.


Smart Logitech Cordless Mouse For Notebooks
The new Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse has a USB receiver that’s so small it fits almost flush against a notebook, meaning you don’t have to worry about it catching on something and unplugging when on the move.


An Affordable Dual LCD Monitor Mount
Atdec has debuted a new freestanding LCD computer monitor mount, dubbed Visidec, which the company says provides an easier alternative to mount two flat-panels side by side.


A Dedicated Sound Card For Notebooks
Creative today announced the availability of the new X-Fi Xtreme Audio Notebook for the Australian market. The company claims that users may finally enjoy superb audio from his/her notebook.


Motion Tracking Webcam In Sight
The upcoming release of the Pro-Q Motion Tracking Webcam may be the next big thing for webcam users, as this new product from Anyware Computer Accessories has sophisticated tracking motors that enable the unit to turn and tilt whenever needed.


Targus Universal Notebook Docking Station
Targus has launched a universal docking station for your notebook which uses one-touch ExpressCard connection.


All-In-One Targus Presentation Tool
The Voice Recording Presenter is the latest tool from Targus to give you wireless control of your PowerPoint presentation, as well as voice recording capabilities.


Webcam Offers Twice The Clarity
Logitech claims that its new flagship webcam offers twice the image clarity of traditional webcams.


Creative Launches Smart Webcam Range
Creative Labs has launched a new range of webcams which the company claims offers superior sound and higher resolution images compared to its competitors, thus making the range ideal for video conversations.



 



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