Misc

A place for all those other gadgets you want to review - you know, the ones that just don't fit in any of the other topics, but that you want to tell the world about anyway!

877794 STM Saga Backpack for LaptoA Travelling Backpack

Published in Misc by mfereday on 20 Feb 2018
Adding to its range of carry cases, STM has released its Saga model.

877589 iKlips II 64GB lightening and USB memory sticiKlips II 64GB

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 18 Feb 2018
Larger memory sticks are always useful if you need to transfer large files such as videos to various destinations, if these devices have the ability to work on what are otherwise conflicting operating systems then so much the better.

877584 PeAk II Trio 120B Grey lightening cablAdam Elements PeAK II Trio 120B

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 11 Feb 2018
This is a USB cable that has three possible connections at the other end. So if the options given match the connections needed by your devices then on your travels you only need to take this single ‘tri’ ended cable with you.

877378 OMNIA TA502 Adapter Dual USB Charging PortAdam Elements Omnia TA502

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 4 Feb 2018
I did not know what the Omnia meant so I asked Google and now I have at least a dozen choices, none seem relevant to this tool I am looking at from Adam Elements, first it’s a plug for the three main regions of the world which then accepts plugs from all over the world and for good measure has a couple of USB outlets built into its body.

877240 Roccat Kone AIMO RGBA Gaming MousA Light Emitting Mouse

Published in Misc by mfereday on 13 Jan 2018
With its German background, this next mouse has been designed for gaming use.

877239 Roccat KHAN Pro Competitive Gaming HeadseKhan Pro Headset

Published in Misc by mfereday on 11 Jan 2018
Time to settle down to a gaming session with a new headset from Roccat.

877237 yubico YubiKey Additional Protection

Published in Misc by mfereday on 9 Jan 2018
Offering to provide key protection for your online activity is a product from Yubico.

877208 cd cleaneCD Head Cleaner

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 7 Jan 2018
If you have ever looked at things on Amazon then you often get ads in the form of an email sometimes at the same price and sometimes at a price that is just too good not to buy, this item was under £3 but then there was delivery but as part of the recent Black Friday round of reductions it became only £2.24 with free delivery.

877168 Adonit Jot Pro Adonit Pro3 Stylus

Published in Misc by mfereday on 2 Jan 2018
Artists tend to use a pen or pencil when creating a picture, so why not use something similar when working on a computer screen.

877102 panasonic evolta AA batteriePanasonic Batteries

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 1 Jan 2018
Most will think that once you have located the correct size of battery the only real choice is do you use Alkaline 1.5v or Rechargeable 1.2v. According to Panasonic while any battery that fits will work getting the best performance is down to the correct type of battery.

877098 brando 3D Moon USB LamBrando 3D Moon USB Lamp

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 25 Dec 2017
Brando used to use the strapline ‘everything USB’ this was rather disproved by an excellent electric screwdriver set recently reviewed that used standard batteries to power it stil looking at their website most thing are still USB orientated.

877169 Blink XT Add On CamerAdded Blink Protection

Published in Misc by mfereday on 23 Dec 2017
Whether inside or outside, Blink will offer to provide home security protection.

877092 Blink XT Add On CamerBlink Home Protection

Published in Misc by mfereday on 16 Dec 2017
With the tag line of Blink and you are home, this next product guards your home.

877091 Nano iDSD Black Label Ultra Portable DAC and Heaphone AmBoosting Audio Output

Published in Misc by mfereday on 14 Dec 2017
Music on the move has become an increasingly popular past-time as we adopt a mobile life style. Unfortunately the audio output of many mobile devices used to store and deliver the audio entertainment is often relegated into second and sometimes an even lower rating position when it comes to improvements being made to the new version of devices. Stepping in to help in the respect of improving audio output is the nano iDSD Black Label DAC/headphone amp from iFi

876924 brando screwdriver seBrando Screwdriver Set

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 4 Dec 2017
Do not think of this as something to get oil stained in the garage or that languishes in the shed. This is more like a piece of jewellery it even comes in a box that might otherwise contain a necklace or perhaps a bracelet read on to find the contents.
If you need to move data around then on a Ethernet or Wi-Fi network should be easy, if however the files are in different places this is harder, so maybe a large capacity USB stick can help, or possibly to move from a mobile device to a PC then an OTG device can help, both are covered with the below.

876733 GoBag Vacuum Compressible Carry on BackpacVacuum Packed Luggage

Published in Misc by mfereday on 16 Nov 2017
How good are you at packing your luggage before a trip? This product might help.

876524 lumie bedbuLumie Bedbug

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 12 Nov 2017
Not a small creature that lives in bedding but a bedside light that has no less than twenty two levels of brightness from a dull red up to a bright white. Designed primarily for young children I must admit that it has been a hit with me.

876301 Mywalit Leather Magic WalleMagic Wallet My Walit

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 4 Nov 2017
I am sure we all know how to make money disappear, the trick is to make it reappear again and while I saw this trick demonstrated when visiting one of the ‘Xmas In July’ events. The wallet it is meant to work with arrived but so far I have failed to make money disappear or reappear.

876519 ICY BOX IB PBa5000   power bank   Li po5000mAh PowerBank and more

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 3 Nov 2017
This small black box is a PowerBank to recharge all your USB devices, however it is also a digital clock and a temperature display, and for good measure an alarm clock and it is even stated to have a calendar so this is a true multi-functional device.

876300 Logitech M325 Wireless MousLogitech M325 Wireless Mouse

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 27 Oct 2017
Some people hate a trackpad and as more notebooks are sold today than PC’s they either have to learn to accept one of just maybe find another solution and that solution could be available in the form of a wireless mouse like this small offering from Logitech.

876294 tubicon YubiKey Encryption from Yubico

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 23 Oct 2017
If your worry is not the actual stealing of your notebook or computer but people snooping at the data stored on it then the Yubikey could be the answer. If however your notebook or PC is stolen then without the Yubikey the thief still cannot get at the data.

Selecting a Monitor

Published in Misc by mfereday on 19 Oct 2017
While you may spend many hours staring at it, how much thought went into the selection of your computer screen?

876082 Edifier E25 Home Audio SpeakerMultimedia Speaker System

Published in Misc by mfereday on 12 Oct 2017
Not to be confused with the natural phenomena found in astronomy, the Luna Eclipse product is a set of multimedia speakers offering Bluetooth connectivity.

875810 VARTA Powerbank 2600 mAh Portable Power Bank Battery ChargeVARTA Powerbank

Published in Misc by mfereday on 5 Oct 2017
When looking for an IT bargain, one place to check out is the Reichelt superstore.

diskAshur DT2 Storage

Published in Misc by mfereday on 3 Oct 2017
Adding to its range of protected hard drives, iStorage has released a new diskAshur DT2 model.

875681 sandberg Survivor Powerbank 2010Robust Powerbank

Published in Misc by mfereday on 28 Sep 2017
When out and about exploring the wilds of the countryside, this next product could prove vital.

875526 Logitech M325 Wireless MousA Handy Mouse

Published in Misc by mfereday on 23 Sep 2017
Making its presence felt in the UK, Reichelt Electronics has a range of competitively priced products including this next item under review.

875527 Kingston Data Traveler Vault Privacy encrypted USB Protected Flash Drive

Published in Misc by mfereday on 21 Sep 2017
With claims that much of its stock being 20% cheaper than elsewhere in the UL, Reichelt Electronics supplied this next product.

875145 STM Kings Backpack for 15 Inch Laptop China BluA Bag called King

Published in Misc by mfereday on 26 Aug 2017
Taking your equipment on the road requires a suitable receptacle to provide protection and easy access.