Misc

For various reasons it has been some time since I last took a look at a piece of Microsoft hardware. Now, like London buses, two separate items turn up together

Adding to its range of USB television tuner devices, Terratec has released the Cinergy T USB XXS product.

Ignore the weeds and get into the garden, make the most of the summer with a couple of good books. Here I have a recent offering from the Dummies series and one that could even improve your memory.

First the Wireless Notebook Microsoft Presenter Mouse 8000 that comes in some very novel packaging. Second the Belkin offering that I first saw last August as a prototype a washable mouse.

The merger between Mio and Navman has seen a division of targeted territories with the Navman branded products taking care of the UK. The company’s entry-level product is the S30 model. This particular device has a suggested retail price of £149 although the more experienced shopper should be able to find the S30 listed at a more tempting price with the minimum of effort.

First certainly the smallest thing I have ever reviewed, something for those of us with older notebooks without Bluetooth. Second higher power rechargeable batteries and multi charger from Energizer.

An on-line service to turn your digital prints into so much more - from prints and enlargements to collages and collages; from cushions and handbags, to photobooks and wall art.

With the holiday season round the corner, Mi-Vox ihas launched the latest in audio-books - a must for the beach.

Verbatim has added its own touch of colour to the LightScribe labelling technology.

No matter how many USB ports you may have, there will probably be occasions when none are available to connect a new device.

Bacon is not the only product from Denmark that has been feeding my interest as I take a look at a television receiver from that country.

While SatNav devices will direct you to a location, Loc8tor can perform a similar task when searching for an item.

Here I am looking at two mice that do their normal jobs but also perform a second task. The first helps those making presentations while the second is a boon for those with sweaty palms.

My first computer had a 20MB hard drive. How times have changed with the demands of modern software and more economic prices for storage.

Tail-less, cordless, ball-less, optical and laser-enhanced, mouse development continues with the arrival of a device that can act as a picture frame.

The first is a lightweight shoulder bag that has lots of pockets, ideal for losing things in. The second is a rotating USB hub called a Flex Hub enabling you to place a hub where a hub would not normally fit.

Here I am looking at four rather unusual accessories, the first called a BoomBox Bag and the others a range of USB flash drives with unusual designs, same use they just look more interesting.

Please do not be put off by the title, the Dummies Series is very informative, well written and easy to understand. Best of all for anyone new to a subject there is a good glossary to explain any strange words. Here Windows Vista and Web Sites, after reading these you will certainly be less of a dummy.

Taking your ZENV MP3 player on a car ride can be a musical entertaining experience that can be enhanced by some additional equipment.

You know you are in for a variety of visual treats when the Polaroid gang are in town showing off the latest range of products (and that doesn’t include the strong rumour that Kylie was in the immediate vicinity).

How good is your typing? Do you wish you could touch type instead of the one-fingered search and spear technique? Do you suffer from RSI? This article reviews some of the alternatives out there to make your life easier

The computer mouse continues to evolve in various ways. Take, for example, a new mouse from Kensington.

With my strong aversion to heights, I hardly expected to enjoy being in control of a helicopter until I encountered Salvation 1.

A visit to a recent trade show introduced me to an electronic note taking device that was quickly added to my list of products to review.

have recently been introduced to Jawbone. This is not, as you might suspect, a bone in the human body but a device to improve mobile communications.

While better known for their ability to mimic human speak, a parrot of our acquaintance can display your images.

Taking your favourite MP3 tracks with you on a long car journey certainly helps reduce driving tension.

No - not a review! Our November competition was a little special - the chance to drive a Formula One race car, or have the use of an Aston Martin AMV8 for the weekend. Our winner, member 'Terfyn' chose the AMV8 - an experience he could share with his family. I asked whether he'd take a few pictures that we could post here - he went one better and wrote up the whole experience for us.

In this mercenary world we all want a bargain and better still something for nothing here with these three services this just may be possible.

Ever wondered what a brain trainer has to offer you, then this article will help you find the best trainer for you.