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!

logitech quickcam pro 9000 web caQuickCam Pro 9000

Published in Misc by mfereday on 8 Jan 2008
Time for more video action as I take a look at the latest webcam to emerge from Logitech.

Binary Watches

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 6 Jan 2008
Are you fed up – like a friend of mine – of everyone peering at your wrist to get the time? Well wear any one of this range of watches from TokyoFlash Japan and they will probably be none the wiser. Could be an outlet for spare Christmas cash.

memorex ultra travel card orangA Stylish Portable Drive

Published in Misc by mfereday on 3 Jan 2008
While perhaps not in the “make your own” category, a new drive from Memorex can be personalised.

A Personal Label Maker

Published in Misc by mfereday on 25 Dec 2007
The effects of identifying objects with labels can be ruined by poor penmanship. Why not use the appropriate tool designed to make good looking labels.

gizoo water clock h2Turn Water into Power

Published in Misc by mfereday on 13 Dec 2007
As water covers the greater part of this world’s surface, it makes sense to use this element for various purposes such as providing power.

mio c220 digiwalkeNavigation Made Easy

Published in Misc by mfereday on 8 Dec 2007
Putting away my paper-based maps, it was time to check out another SatNav device.

zoom h2 handy audio recordeZoom H2 Handy Recorder

Published in Misc by Terfyn on 4 Dec 2007
Zoom H2 Handy Recorder - A "musthave" for the chattering classes?

Personal Protection

Published in Misc by mfereday on 4 Dec 2007
Keeping your personal data safe can often be neglected due to the effort required. However solutions, such as Secure Stick, are available.

clockUnusual bedside clocks

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 2 Dec 2007
Firstly a clock that can wake you to your favourite MP3 track and second a clock that runs on water and does so much more. Both these units are tiny and great for those who travel.
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lexar jumpdrive II USB flash drivA Flash Drive with Attitude

Published in Misc by mfereday on 22 Nov 2007
As USB flash drives shrink in physical dimensions, they do seem to increase in storage capacity and additional features.

digital blue QX5 microscope computer microscopIt’s A Small World

Published in Misc by mfereday on 21 Nov 2007
Add together equal measures of scientific exploration and computer interaction with a dash of curiosity, fun and creativeness could well result in a product from Digital Blue

olympus ds 40 digital voice recordeMobile Note Taking

Published in Misc by mfereday on 20 Nov 2007
Although many users tend only to think of Olympus as a developer and manufacturer of traditional and digital cameras, the company also has a long established reputation for producing high quality digital voice recorders.

tomy eternity II boEternity Returns

Published in Misc by mfereday on 14 Nov 2007
Everybody loves to win a prize especially a possible life-changing one as is offered by this next product.

Creating with Cordz

Published in Misc by mfereday on 7 Nov 2007
Featuring in the top 12 list of creative toys for Christmas is a kit that supports recycling and encourages a child’s artistic ability

A Trainable Pug

Published in Misc by mfereday on 31 Oct 2007
While not suitable for “walkies” or even a game of fetch, this Tomy dog can amuse you with some tricks.

phillips the futurA Long Distance View

Published in Misc by mfereday on 27 Oct 2007
The future could be said to be a combination of an infinite number of possibilities as seen through the eyes of movers and shakers. One outcome could be...

It’s Freaky, It’s Magic

Published in Misc by mfereday on 24 Oct 2007
Is it an illusion? Is it magic? Or maybe it is just a box. The answer will soon be revealed.

kingston microsd card and usb readeA USB Memory Card

Published in Misc by mfereday on 23 Oct 2007
Following the trend of merging different technologies into a single device, Kingston Technology adds a new offering to its product portfolio.

flytech dragonfly radio control greeFlying High

Published in Misc by mfereday on 17 Oct 2007
While this rather wet summer may have reduced the number of flying insects that are around, you can add to their numbers with your own dragonfly

creative suite 3 and photoshop cs3 bookTwo Heavy Books

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 14 Oct 2007
Heavy both in weight and content as the subject they both cover is one of the most full featured software products around Adobe Photoshop the latest CS3 version and the CS3 Design Premium.

techair sports back pacTech air Sports Backpack

Published in Misc by carolinewilson on 9 Oct 2007
A roomy laptop backpack for communiting, with plenty of space and the added benefit of specially designed cushioning and lost and found tracking sytem. Part of the extensive Tech air range.

hasbro furreal Squawkers McCaw parrot Squawkers McCaw

Published in Misc by mfereday on 3 Oct 2007
As the most talkative of our feathered friends, a parrot can make an excellent pet especially if it does not need cleaning or feeding.

memorex mini sd travelcard 512M flast carGood Storage, Slow Performance

Published in Misc by mfereday on 2 Oct 2007
Although based on the same format, SD cards from various manufacturers also perform at different speeds with some brands falling into the slowcoach category

gizoo data tfer cablTransferring Data via USB

Published in Misc by mfereday on 29 Sep 2007
Using flash drives or optical media can be used to transfer data between unconnected computers. However there is an alternative method using a USB link.

belkin surge strip 6 socket compact protectioBelkin Surge Strips

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 28 Sep 2007
A lot of people think of a surge strip as a gang socket and little more. There is a vast difference as anyone who has had an electrical surge will know to their cost. However until now most surge strips looked like gang sockets even if they sometimes had extras like Ethernet and phone protection, I remember one where a couple of the sockets rotated to allow for power bricks that were above and below the actual plug. Here however are two stri

united pepper web caMixing Fairtrade and Technology

Published in Misc by mfereday on 22 Sep 2007
The location was a Central London hotel while Lili and Oscar were decked out in all their finery. I was there to meet and greet them on behalf of Gadgetspeak.

iTeddy bear with mp3 music playeOf Dragons and Bears

Published in Misc by mfereday on 19 Sep 2007
A treasured child’s toy is often a teddy bear which could provide comfort at any time. Now technology steps in to add entertainment features.

olympus ds 50 voice recordeOlympus DS-50 Voice Recorder

Published in Misc by paul_smart on 19 Sep 2007
Since I last looked at a voice recorder they have come a very long way, no tapes now they have built in memory and the sound quality is light years away from what it was.

Puzzling Tiles

Published in Misc by mfereday on 5 Sep 2007
Small, durable and with the ability to challenge your visual-spatial awareness, a set of tiles from New Zealand attempts to dominate the UK puzzle playing fraternity.