05

Sep

Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Set

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Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Set


The title sums it all, this is the best keyboard I have ever owned, ever. Range is about 3m (around 10 ft).
The mouse however is laggy and generally unresponsive, I tried it, and left it in its bag.

Fortunatelly, I can still use the keyboard if I plug in a regular USB mouse.

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Brand: Logitech
Color: Black
Model: 920-000264
Languages:
Original Language: English

Product Description:
A revolutionary advance in keyboard design, the Logitech Wave key design instinctively guides your hands into a natural position for enhanced comfort and productivity. The cushioned palm rest provides extra support and can help reduce fatigue, and one-touch hot keys provide easy access to many Windows Vista features, including Flip 3D, Zoom, Photo Gallery, and Gadgets. Programmable F-keys can instantly open your favorite applications, games, folders, and web pages. Featuring soft-rubber side grips, the cordless laser mouse delivers exceptional comfort and precision. Both keyboard and mouse provide ultra-long battery life, and convenient LED battery indicators alert you when batteries need changing.
Amazon.com Product Description :
Logitech is touting an advancement in comfort and usability design with its ergonomic, cross-platform Cordless Wave keyboard. There might be some marketing hyperbole to this claim, but after a week of typing with the Wave, I'm not sure that I could live without it. (This Cordless Desktop Wave also includes the ambidextrous LX8 scroller laser mouse.)

Like other ergonomic keyboards, the Wave includes an elevated palm rest, though not as extreme as the platforms of old. It's also covered in a lightly padded vinyl upholstery that feels soft yet firm under the wrist, as well as a Goldilocks amount of tackiness (i.e., not too slippery, not sticky, just right). The keys are also positioned in a gentle U-shaped arc that nearly escapes the eye, but is apparent once you set your wrists down and start typing.



Contoured, wave-shaped key design conforms naturally to your fingers.
But the biggest design innovation that the Wave introduces comes from its name--the keys undulate across the board in a wave-shaped contour that mimics the changing lengths in your own digits. The keys are at their highest on the outside at the A and Enter keys (which, if you're a touch typist, is where your little fingers are positioned), and the keys trough to their lowest point at D and K (where the longer middle finger resides) before rising slightly at the G and H keys. The keys have a maximum distance variation of 4mm, and the spacebar mimics the wave contour of the keyboard design.

As someone who writes for a living, my computer keyboard is one of the most important tools I have and one that I'm connected to for hours every day. I've gone through many models over the years to get just the right one, and I currently use the Matias Tactile Pro on my Mac as it provides some of the best keystroke feedback I've found (which is the polar opposite to the frustratingly squishy keyboards that came with my HP and Apple PCs).

While the rolling contour of the keyboard layout was barely perceptible, my fingertips took to the Wave easily. It felt like each key was indeed designed specifically to fit the finger that was mapped to tap it. And the keys combine a springy action with a final tap that's not too loud, but both tactile and audible enough for instant feedback. As my week of testing progressed and my fingers grew more accustomed to the Wave, I actually felt as if my typing was both more accurate than on the Tactile Pro as well as a touch faster.

From an ergonomic standpoint, the Wave's gradual curve isn't immediately noticeable, but after a few days I found my elbows weren't hunched next to my body as they were with the straight keyboard, freeing both wrists and shoulders from strain. That said, if you require more substantial ergonomics for your typing (such as the curve and height of the Microsoft Natural), you might be disappointed by the relative flatness of the Wave.



The Delete key has been elongated and the Insert/Help key moved above..
The Wave has a fairly standard extended keyboard design, with one change that I cheered but could easily be jeered by others. The Home/Delete/End/Page Up & Down keys is switched to a vertical orientation, and the bane of my typing life--the Insert key (also the Help key on the Mac), which I often hit mistakenly when hunting for the Delete key--has been moved up (moving into the Scroll Lock key position) and replaced by an elongated Delete key. Another handy feature is onscreen notification of when you hit the Caps Lock key (another one of my touch typing transgressions).

The keyboard is supplemented by a plethora of system-specific feature buttons--including Flip 3D, Gadgets and Media Center in Windows Vista (aka, Expose, Dashboard, and Front Row on the Mac)--as well as quick access to your selected audio program and full playback controls (including volume). All functions can be customized using the included Logitech Setpoint utility (or Control Center within the Mac's System Preferences).

The Desktop Wave package is completed with the inclusion of the symmetrically designed LX8 laser scroller mouse, which can be used by either righties or lefties. The comfortably curved sides are supplemented by a rubbery finish that's easily gripped. It's more compact than the Microsoft Intellimouse we've been using, though just a bit heftier. That said, it glided easily over our desk's surface and was very precise once we configured the tracking speed. Both mouse and keyboard connect to your PC via a wireless USB dongle that looks like a flash thumbdrive. Its small size makes it easy to pack along with the mouse for work while on the go, and it also comes with a dock for desktop use. Both mouse and keyboard are powered by two AA batteries.

When I began reviewing the Cordless Wave, I wasn't looking for a new keyboard. But thanks to its excellent typing action, unique comfort features--from the contoured design of the keys to the padded wrist rest--and the plethora of customizable functions right at the tip of the finger, it's time to part ways with my old keyboard. --Agen G.N. Schmitz

Pros:

  • Innovative contoured design of the keys conform naturally to your finger lengths, excellent typing action
  • Padded vinyl wrist rest adds soft comfort and allows easy movement
  • Loads of function and multimedia buttons, all customizable using included software
  • Cross-platform, including compatibility with special features in Windows Vista
  • Laser mouse is symmetrically designed, for use by both righties and lefties
Cons:
  • Shifting of some keys might annoy some, but delight others
  • Might seem flat to those who need more substantial ergnomics


Features:
  • Wave key design: Contoured, wave-shaped key design conforms naturally to your fingers.
  • Constant Curve design: A curved profile and uniform-size keys promote an ergonomically correct, more comfortable hand position. Start enjoying the benefits instantly, without having to re-learn typing on a different keyboard layout.
  • Cushioned, contoured palm rest: The soft surface encourages a relaxed position for long typing sessions.
  • Easy access to Windows Vista: Large, one-touch controls give you direct access to key Windows Vista features, including Flip 3D, Zoom, Photo Gallery, and Gadgets.
  • Longer battery life: Enjoy extended battery life--up to 15 months for the keyboard and 6 months for the mouse. Battery status lights on both the keyboard and mouse alert you when power is getting low.
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 89.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 10.00
Lowest New Price: USD 55.99
Lowest Refurbished Price: USD 44.88

Customer Reviews


Creamy keboard
This product is outstanding, I would recommend it to anyone, the keyboard and mouse work excellent and I think that it is very comparable to the MX edition of logitech with a more reasonable price. Definitely a good buy.


Great keyboard
Love this keyboard and mouse -- they both work great, are comfortable to use, and I've had no problems with either. Couldn't get the software to load but I'm not sure if that's a problem with my computer or the software.


Just Great!
Very nice item. Its not the top of logitec products, but have great features/design/utility for the price.

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05

Sep

Logitech G9 Laser Mouse

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Logitech G9 Laser Mouse


I really like this mouse, although I've had some issues.

I game a lot, almost every night and lots of games. Gaming is the primary reason I purchased this mouse. Before the G9 I fragged with a Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer for a few years. It still works great and I use it at work (but the scroll wheel is starting to fail). I play everything: GTA and CoD to Half Life and Mass Effect to Starcraft and Plants vs. Zombies. I've played WoW and Counter-strike and World of Goo and Burnout. I also use the mouse for video work, photo editing, web browsing, and everything else.

This is one of my first Logitech purchases -- at least in recent memory. I have a pair of cheap Logitech speakers and I owned an old purple game pad for playing ROMs, but nothing that ever cost more than 10 or 12 bucks. I compared the G9 with the Sidewinder and the current selection of Razers at the time. If the giant metal WoW mouse had been on the market I likely would have purchased it, as I was playing WoW a lot when shopping for a new mouse. I wasn't as concerned with price as I was with quality build and a good feel.

Let's start with the feel. The G9 is a big mouse. It comes with two grips of different sizes (one is big and the other is bigger) which is like the shell of the mouse. The grips feel nice, a smooth rubbery plastic. My original grip had an issue with the rubber pealing off, right near where my pinkie hung out on the side edge. It was incredibly irritating, like a pebble in your shoe, but more so considering that Logitech was refusing the acknowledge the problem or offer to replace the grip. Even worse, the mouse was about 30 days old when the issue began (but I put off calling for another month). Eventually they caved and replaced the grip, but it left me seriously doubting the mouse's life expectancy and Logitech's commitment to support their high-end products. If they'd replaced it without the hassle, I'd likely never mention it, but it's always been a lingering concern in my mind (especially considering it probably cost them 4 or 5 bucks to replace and ship the grip). Thankfully, after a year and a half with this mouse, I've not had any further grip issues. If you notice issues with the grip, I'd advise you to call Logitech or return it right away. I'm not sure if this is a big issue or if it warrants this kind of attention, but it seriously bugged me.

Aside from the peeling grip, the mouse feels good in my hand. It fits my claw well, and it's heavy. I've got two of the 7g weights in the back of the mouse and it feels right. I don't like light mice, like the MS Arc and the little travel mice. It needs to provide some resistance when I push it, but remain slick enough that it's not tiring out my wrist. The adjustable DPI helps, but don't be fooled: the odds of you having time to adjust the DPI during a heated fight, either Left 4 Dead or WoW or whatever you play, isn't likely. Set it and forget it is what I've done (although I guess if you found a good sniper nest...). The buttons are easy to get at and responsive, both the normal mouse buttons and the DPI adjustment buttons, and even the thumb buttons are within reach (an issue my stubby thumbs sometimes experience).

The scroll wheel feels really tough and while I've avoided smacking it around I get the feeling it's meant to withstand some serious punishment. Opening the mouse (or removing the grip) isn't terribly easy and putting the grip on takes a little wiggling and some light forcefulness. I spent a bit of time removing the grips and trying different weight/size combos to find what I like, so it can withstand some manhandling.

The software is somewhat annoying, mainly the auto update. Just turn it off, I'm pretty sure Logitech has no plans to update the software, ever, but it doesn't need to be updated. It works. I don't use it too much, but I like that I can assign the mouse buttons to any keys I choose. For gaming, I've set the two thumb buttons to [ and ], which lets me bind them to anything in any game that supports custom bindings. The LED colors are just gimmicky, and WTF? -- there's no white option! Twenty nine shades of blue (most of which look the same on the mouse) but no white. You can setup different gaming profiles for different games, maybe one for Portal and one for cheating at Modern Warfare 2, and a third for web browsing or Photoshop shortcuts, and switch between them via a button on the bottom of the mouse. Again, I'm probably using the mouse wrong but I don't do this too often. I did originally, but the reality is you don't need to change the buttons around that much. Now I use a gaming profile and a working profile, but I rarely switch to the working profile. For starters, I don't like working... I did, however, buy a second G9 (technically a G9X, but it's the same mouse, only with a higher possible DPI) for the office, because I like the mouse that much (and it gives me a few backup grips, just in case).

Still, with all these extras I don't use, I still think the mouse is a great deal. The adjustable weight, the solid build quality, the really long cord and the comfortable grip make me happy. It might not make you a better Survivor -- or even a better Infected -- but at least you'll die comfortably at your desk.

Also works great with Photoshops!

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Brand: Logitech
Color: Black
Model: 910-000173
Languages:
Original Language: English

Product Description:
Change the grip. Change the weight. Customize the LEDs. Even use onboard memory to take up to 5 mouse profiles with you to the next LAN party. In every way, the G9 mouse lets you tune for the way you play Features: Performance Interchangeable grips: Use the included Wide Load and Precision grips to get a fit and feel that's best for your playing style-or get the ID Grip and put the image you want on the palm of your G9 mouse. The satin texture and fuller shape of Wide Load add extra comfort while the DryGrip technology and compact shape of the Precision grip give you unmatched fingertip control. 3200 dpi laser engine with Full-Speed USB: Get uncompromising speed and accuracy from a high-performance Gaming-Grade laser engine-plus instant cursor response with Full-Speed USB (up to 1000 reports/second). Game settings to go: Take your personal mouse preferences with you. The G9 saves mouse settings in onboard memory-store up to 5 profiles (including keyboard macros, dpi settings, and LED color) on the mouse and play your way-without additional software installation*-on other PCs Control MicroGear Precision Scroll Wheel: Use Logitech's exclusive MicroGear scrolling technology for precise, click-to-click scrolling-perfect for quick weapon selection. Or switch modes for frictionless, hyper-fast scrolling. Adjustable sensitivity: Shift from pixel-precise targeting to lightning-fast maneuvers without pausing the action. The G9 gives you instant access to multiple sensitivity levels between 200 and 3200 dpi, without driver installation. Weight tuning system: Prefer a heavier or lighter mouse? Use the weight cartridge and up to 28 grams of metal weights to customize your G9 for just the right feel. Polytetrafluoroethylene feet: Super-slick feet glide effortlessly across almost any surface. Comfort and Convenience Custom-color LEDs: A color LED display indicates the current sensitivity level and profile settings. Personalize the color LED displa...

Features:
  • Interchangeable grips
  • Ultra gaming-grade precision
  • Plug-and-play performance
  • Weight tuning system
  • Custom-color LED display
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List Price: USD 99.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 42.00
Lowest New Price: USD 56.99

Customer Reviews


G9 Mouse
Good mouse. It's design relieves most of the cramping in my hand. My previous mouse was Lachesis, a great mouse but not enough ergonomic design like the G9. I like the extra weights, and wish it were a bit larger, or had a larger collar that I could encase the mouse in. Leave it to Logitech to get better and better with zero installation hassle.


great mouse
bought this mouse as a replacement for an old standard microsoft optical mouse i have been using for several years. it's a great upgrade. i've been using it for several months now.
Pros: buttons have a good feel, the changeable grips are real nice. for gaming i went for the more textured and smaller profile grip.
i'm a casual gamer so i don't know if i get a huge advantage using the included weights. i may add in some of the weights later on to see how it feels.
the extra buttons are nice and the wheel is solid.
Cons: after setting up my configuration based on what application is running (sensitivity, LED color, etc) it doesn't seem to switch between the profiles when i run applications(i set different LED colors for different applications). this is probably a software issue that may also be user error, but i feel like i shouldn't have to put in a ton of effort to get this feature to work properly.
since i am used to always having the same sensitivity no matter what application is running, i haven't taken the time to really solve the problem.
it's probably a simple fix but i haven't put in the time to resolve it.
overall it's a great mouse with a great feel. one can change sensitivity on the fly and it feels well made.
the more i use it the more i like it, at first i had to get used to the shape, but that's because i was used to my old mouse, not because this mouse has an odd shape.


Still one of the best gaming mouses
This is still one of the best gaming mouses available; I agree with the multitude of great reviews posted here.


I highly recommend this mouse
I was doing research and going to stored feeling different mouses for almost two weeks. I wanted to get a comfortable mouse (considering my large hand) mostly for gaming and daily use as well. I finally narrowed it down to two choices: this G9 and Razer Mamba. Needless to say that Razer Mamba is too expensive (at least for me) so I thought I would try G9. I am absolutely happy with it and have seen no flaw so far. The features of it are very useful and handy. I'm a very picky person and I can't think of any cons to say, well, it could be wireless but it wouldn't have that precision then. It is one of the best mouses in the market today. Get yours and enjoy!

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05

Sep

Wenger Patriot Rolling Case Blk Up To 17IN Laptop with notebook Case

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I am terribly hard on bags, I travel and do network and computer repair. I drag this thing up and down concrete steps banging the crap out of it. Overstuff it with tools boxes with sharp corners and everything. This is the second I have had in 4 years. it still keeps it shape allowing the paperwork to stay crisp while letting me cram everything inside it in a hurry to get to the airport. The only complaint is it doesn't fit well under some airlines if you overstuff it, which it will let you do. the Patomic is a little smaller. Oh also it is a VERY TIGHT FIT FOR A 17' laptop.

Wenger Patriot Rolling Case Blk Up To 17IN Laptop with notebook Case

Product Description:
The Patriot Wheeled Computer Case from Swiss Gear lets you organize for the day's chores easily fitting most 17 inch laptops. For easy moving around it features chrome accented 3 wheels and chrome accented recessed carrying handle. It incorporates an organizer compartment for pens, business cards, phone and more, a spacious overnight compartment that fits clothes for the next day and a Fan-file compartment. The zippered compartment stores trolley handle when not in use thus saving space.

Features:
  • Computer compartment fits most 15.4"/17" widescreens
  • Matching removable laptop case
  • Chrome accented recessed carrying handle
  • Trolley strap keeps bag in place on a rolling suitcase
  • Organizer compartment for pens, business cards, phone and more
  • Spacious overnight compartment fits clothes for the next day
  • Removable day case holds 15.4" computer, papers and other accessories
Format: CD
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 139.99
Lowest New Price: USD 86.59

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05

Sep

Samsung GO N310-13GBK 10.1-Inch Jet Black Netbook - 9 Hour Battery Life

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Samsung GO N310-13GBK 10.1-Inch Jet Black Netbook - 9 Hour Battery Life


I currently have an IBM T61 as my main laptop, just an FYI. OK, here is the thing; I'm not a tech expert, so I don't know about the technical pros and cons of this netbook. I just got it like a month ago, but I used it almost everyday. Here is what I experienced so far:

PROS
- Seriously, the design is amazing. I always wanted to have a Macbook, but couldn't afford one. It really feels like a Mac.
- It's the perfect size; not too small, not too big. I put it in a small bag without any problems when I was traveling.
- Very durable case

CONS
- Couple of screen freezings, had to restart. Shouldn't happen in a brand new net book.
- Like many netbooks, no DVD or CD drive so you can't install softwares easily
- Sometimes it's slow.
- If you aren't used to netbooks, you'll have to get used to the size of the keyboard. It doesn't take more than 2 days though.

So, I'm happy with it so far. I love everything Samsung manufactures. They're a green and sustainable company. Hence, I'm happy that my dollars aren't going to the dollar-greedy CEOs who doesn't care about the environment.

I'd recommend it.

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Brand: Samsung
Color: Jet Black
Model: NP-N310-KA05US

Product Description:
Life happens in places other than home. And life happens in colors other than shades of gray. That's why we created the Samsung Go™ netbook. The Samsung Go is a compact, lightweight netbook computer that's ready to go whenever, wherever. Feel like working at the park? You're there. Think you'd be more inspired at the lake or beach? Get going. Just want to work in the backyard? That's okay too. And since your life is fun and exciting, the Samsung Go netbook comes in four fun and exciting colors: Sunset Orange, Midnight Blue, Mint Blue and Jet Black. In fact, everything about the Samsung Go says fun and easy. Smoothly rounded corners simply look and feel better. A pebble-textured keyboard facilitates flying fingers, even those slippery from suntan oil. A spacious hard drive lets you bring along all your favorite music, photos, videos and movies. A 10.1" wide LED-backlit LCD display is brighter than ever. And with a 10-hour battery, the Samsung Go is always ready to go, go, go. Are you ready to go? The Samsung Go ntebook makes the journey more fun.
Amazon.com Product Description:
Weighing just 2.9 pounds, the Samsung GO N310 netbook is one of the lightest netbooks in its class and it's loaded with the latest technology for maximum performance. Distinctively styled, it's designed by award-winning Japanese artist Naoto Fukasawa and features smoothly rounded edges that resemble a pebble that's been worn down by wind and waterfall and its cover has a rubberized surface that more durable and easy-to-grip. In addition to this model in jet black (N310-13GBK), it also comes in three other colors: midnight blue, sunset orange and mint blue.



The rainbow of Samsung GO N310 colors.

An affordable mobile PC that's ideal for all your online needs, the GO N310 is designed to go almost anywhere--from kitchen and living room at home to Wi-Fi hotspots at coffee shops, airports and more. You'll be able to stay connected all day long thanks to the included 6-cell battery, which provides up to 9 hours of continuous use. It sports a 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen with a scratch resistant, edge-to-edge glass display, and the pebble-textured keyboard design makes typing comfortable with larger than average spacing. This netbook is powered by the 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, which is designed especially for mobile devices and features an innovative hafnium-infused circuitry that reduces electrical current leakage in transistors to conserve energy.



The 10.1-inch LED-backlit edge-to-edge glass display is scratch resistant and delivers vivid images.


The exterior of the GO N310 has been rubberized for an easy grip and features a tactile Samsung logo.


The smooth rectangular-shaped isolation keypad with optimized key spacing helps you stay productive on the go.
The integrated 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) will keep you connected to email and all your social networks, while the Bluetooth 2.1+EDR technology enables you to use handsfree communication headsets while video chatting via the integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam. Other features include a 160 GB hard drive, 1 GB of RAM, built-in speakers and microphone, SD/SDHC/MMC memory card reader, three USB ports, and a VGA output to an external monitor. It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop.

Key Features

  • 10.1-inch LED-backlit display (1024 x 600) offers up to 30 percent more viewing area than traditional screens with 300 nits of brightness. Using LED technology means the screen is thinner, brighter, more durable and power efficient. You can also enjoy photo-like image quality, greater viewing angles and better text legibility, reducing eye strain and boosting productivity.
  • 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor extends battery life and power efficiency to deliver excellent mobile performance and Internet connections on the go (includes 533 MHz front side bus and 512 KB L2 cache)
  • 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM)
  • 1 GB of RAM (maximum capacity)
  • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with up to 128 MB of shared video memory
  • 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the bezel
  • 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g)
  • Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones.
  • Seamlessly move data from your digital camera, camcorder, MP3 player or PDA straight to the netbook via the 3-in-1 memory card reader, three USB ports or wirelessly with Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
  • Smooth rectangular-shaped isolation keypad design with an ergonomic design and optimized key spacing that make working and communicating a much more pleasurable and productive experience, with fewer errors and faster typing speeds.
  • Stereo speakers (1.5 W x 2) with SRS 3D Sound Effect and HD Audio capabilities
  • Windows XP Home operating system
  • Standard 6 cell (8850 mAh) high-capacity battery enables you to surf the web for up to 9 hours on a single battery charge
  • Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.3 x 1.1 inches (WxDxH)
  • Weight: 2.8 pounds
  • Warranty: 1 year parts and labor

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This netbook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that's compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks, and it also provides Fast (10/100) Ethernet networking.

  • 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
  • Analog video output: 1 VGA
  • 3-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and MultiMedia Card (MMC)
  • 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack
  • 10/100 Fast Ethernet


The GO N310 in profile (right side on the top, left side on the bottom).

What's in the box
This package contains the Samsung GO N310 (model N310-13GBK), 6-cell rechargeable battery, AC adapter, power cord, printed user manual.

It also comes with the following software: Magic Keyboard, Easy Display Manager, Easy Network Manager, Easy SpeedUp Manager, Samsung Magic Doctor, Samsung Update Plus, Recovery Solutions III, Easy Battery Manager, Easy Resolution Manager, Battery Life Extender, Adobe Acrobat Reader 8, Cyberlink YouCam, McAfee Internet Security 9.0 (60-day trial)


Features:
  • 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Processor
  • 1GB DD2R RAM
  • 160GB Hard Drive
  • Windows XP Home, Up to 9 Hours of Battery Life (6 Cell 8850mAh)
  • 10.1" wide LED-backlit LCD display
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List Price: USD 479.00
Lowest Used Price: USD 430.99
Lowest New Price: USD 456.45

Customer Reviews


What a battery!!!
I bought this for my husband to "work from home" while still being able to feel like he was spending time with the family. It has the power of our full size laptop with the convenience of his blackberry. It loads very quickly which is a complaint with our laptop. You can grab it to check something online and then just shut it down. The battery last several days and then charges in a couple of hours. It is convenient but doesn't sacrifice speed or a comfortable keyboard. I love the style and the feel of the rubberized exterior. It feels and looks expensive, but it was very reasonable. I still haven't found a better price on a 9 hour + computer. Thank you AMAZON!!!


Great little machine!
We purchased this netbook for our VERY WEB-CONNECTED 17-year old daughter after looking at about 20 other similar products specs on the web. With 160 GBytes of storage, it does not win the game in storage capacity (the Gateway notebook has 240 GBytes), but in terms of battery autonomy (6-7 hours of actual usable charge with normal browsing/email activity!), a robust rubberized casing (good for teenagers), a bright screen, decent webcam and great non-compressed keyboard, it is an absolute joy to use for slightly above 0! You just cannot go wrong with the Samsung...


samsung go n310
I am very pleased with the product, just what you need if you just like to surf the net and check email at home and do not want to be tied down to your home pc. Its very nice to sit on the couch and watch tv and also surf the net, its faster than my home pc. Its definitely rugged and simple to use, keyboard is easy typing with big keys. I am only getting seven hours on the battery though according to the battery indicator and they say up to nine. If you want some freedom in the home while playing on the computer you will realize this is one of the best things you can buy as i can take it on my deck and surf the net.


Samsung.... some pluses, but WiFi unit not very sensitive
I've had a chance to run the Samsung N310 against another laptop (MSI Wind U100) and had a few comparisons to make:

Pro:
-- The outer shell of the Samsung is nice. It looks like it would be fairly resistant to mars and scratches.
-- The keyboard is also very nice. Easy to type with all the major keys of normal size.... unlike some keyboards that have miniaturized keys, making it hard to put in proper punctuation.
-- Standard features like a Web Cam and USB ports.
-- Unit goes through a procedure at first to partition the hard drive and copy a clean copy of XP to the D drive... for restore purposes

Cons:
-- screen colors not nearly as bright and vibrant as other netbooks, even with the screen brightness set to maximum.
-- wifi is average, and not nearly as sensitive as other netbooks and notebooks. I made sure the WiFi had the latest drivers, but still it was only average. Given the a netbook is built for portability and use on trips, this poor sensitivity would limit the usefulness when you're in a hotel and the access point is way down the hall! The Samsung would not hear WiFi signals that the MSI could hear and connect to. The Samsung needs a fairly strong WiFi signal to keep connected. With only one or two bars on the Windows wireless utility, I could connect but would disconnect and reconnect sporadically.
-- Nowhere near a 9 hour battery life. Seems to be on par with other laptops.
-- Power adapter gets quite hot during charging. Makes one wonder how long this charger will last before the circuitry fails from thermal issues.
-- Lots of preloaded junk software. You can uninstall what you don't want. MacAfee blocks the Samsung update utility until your uninstall MacAfee.

I guess if it weren't for the weak WiFi performance, I could give this unit 4 stars.... but since WiFi is such a critical piece of a portable netbook, this makes the unit only "average" in usefulness. Putting the MSI against the Samsung, I can see more signals with the MSI and can connect to WiFi access points that the Samsung can't even hear. I would be at careful taking this along as my only computer, as many times I may be in a hotel where the wifi signal just isn't very strong, and the Samsung may be borderline in connectivity.

If you want a stylish computer that looks good, this netbook meets that criteria.

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05

Sep

Cyber Acoustics Mic-48 Desktop Uni-Directional Microphone

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I got this mic because I needed a better mic for Yahoo phone in/out (internet phone calls,) and I was using a homemade mic consisting of a broken headphones where I was talking out of the left side of the phones which worked, but I was receiving many complaints that I sounded like I were talking through a pillow.

I got the mic and people told me I definitely sounded better than with the makeshift headphone mic I was using before. I also used the mic a couple of times in conjunction with my new web cam and XP movie maker and upon playback of the video, I discovered that the voice portion of the video sounds just fine with no distortion. The mic seems to have decent pick up from over a foot away and I liked the swivel-base that allows you to move the mic around to the desired position or remove the mic and use it as a Bob Barker style karaoke mic for handheld use.

I would recommend tinkering in your control panel's sound and voice recording settings to optimize the mic level. With my audio hardware I have an advanced setting that allows you to tick a box for a +20db voice boost. When I had this setting ticked I did receive feedback from the speakers like you might with a PA system when the mic was placed close to my speakers, so this week I have that box unticked, but that setting might be useful if you were recording from across the room to get extra boom out of it.

I am using this with a 10-foot 3.5mm extension cord that plugs into my audio card's mic or line out jack, that I also use for my headphones late at night so it is difficult to determine if there is any signal loss due to the length of the cord. I don't have a basis for comparison against a more expensive mic to tell you if there is a significant difference in sound quality but let me ask you this...If someone were selling the same mic for 0 would you automatically assume it's higher quality and opt for the more expensive mic due to the fact that you equate more money paid with a higher quality product? My experience with these things has shown that paying more does not always equal a better product. Sometimes a name brand company or mail order catalogue will slap their name on the cheapest of cheap products then go ahead and mark it up for many times what it is actually worth, but for placing internet phone calls and making the occasional instructional video to post to the internet I am happy with the product and happy with the price! I purchased the 6 LED web cam/mic combo for under (shipping included,) and I went from having plain text on my social networking page to my own uploaded videos of myself!



Cyber Acoustics Mic-48 Desktop Uni-Directional Microphone

Product Description:
The ACM-51B is a high output microphone for personal computers.PRODUCT FEATURES:PCvoiceLINK technology for compatibility with all sound cards;Omni-directional microphone;Adjustable Microphone Arm;Sensitivity: 60dBV / Microbar;Microphone Power Voltage: 1.5v to 10v;Impedance: 2000 Ohms;Frequency Response: 100-16,000 Hz;7' shielded cord;3.5mm plug.

Features:
  • Communicate clearly through your PC
  • Omni-directional microphone for maximum sensitivity and optimized pick up pattern
  • Great for using with VOiP online communications
  • 2-meter cord length
  • 3.5mm plug
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List Price: USD 15.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 10.00
Lowest New Price: USD 3.99

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05

Sep

Apple iPod nano 8 GB Black (4th Generation) NEWEST MODEL

Filed Under (Apple) by admin on 05-09-2009

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Bought it because the 5G came out and amazon has a great deal on the 4G. love all the new features, only issue is many of the radios / speakers that charge all the other ipods now say charging not supported on this accessory. The usb charger works and my wall chargers so I don't know what apple did with this. It is my only complaint. (this replaced an older - probably 1G or 2G nano)

Apple iPod nano 8 GB Black (4th Generation) [Previous Model]

Amazon.com Product Description--Posted September 9, 2008:
With eight amazing colors, a new curved design, and great new features, iPod nano rocks like never before. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a playlist for you. With its built-in accelerometer, iPod nano is made to move. Give it a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your library. Turn it on its side to flip through your album art in Cover Flow. And tilt, move, and play accelerometer-inspired games (games available separately). Watching movies, TV shows, and video is even more fun on the sharp 2-inch screen. And your photos (up to 7,000 of them) look great in portrait or landscape view. Available in 8 GB and 16 GB models, the 8 GB iPod nano puts up to 2,000 songs or 8 hours of video in your pocket.

With a new curved design and great new features, iPod nano rocks like never before. Click to enlarge.

Up to 2,000 songs, 8 hours of video, or 7,000 photos in your pocket. Click to enlarge.

Just under a quarter-inch deep. Click to enlarge.

Available in nine amazing colors; the (PRODUCT)RED nano is available exclusively through Apple. Click to enlarge.

Enjoy album art in Cover Flow, games, videos, and photos in landscape mode. (Green nano shown here.)

A Musical Genius
Say you're listening to a song you really like and want to hear other tracks that go great with it. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a Genius Playlist for you. It's like having your own highly intelligent, personal DJ.

Find Your Music Faster
It's even easier to find the song you want to hear. Now you can view your album art in Cover Flow. Or just press and hold the Center button to browse by album or artist. When you find the right song, press the Center button to add it to your on-the-go playlist.

Rock and Roll Over
Tilt or turn iPod nano on its side, and you'll listen, watch, and play in new ways. You can flip through your album art with Cover Flow. Or, vertically speaking, see more albums and artists on the screen at one time.

Shake Your Groove Thing
Sometimes, we could all use a little unpredictability. And now you can shake to change your music. Just give iPod nano a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your music library. You'll always be surprised by what you'll hear.

Let the Games Begin
Now you can get in on games made especially for iPod nano and the accelerometer. They respond to the way you move, so they're immersive, addictive, and a blast. The iPod nano comes with Maze, which lets you work your way through vast mazes by tilting and moving. You can find even more games on the iTunes Store.

Even Your Photos Rock
Pull hundreds of photos from your pocket and share them wherever you go. Hold iPod nano upright and see your photos in portrait view. Turn the player on its side to see them in landscape. Your photos look beautiful in their proper aspect ratio on the vibrant, 320-by-240-resolution display.

The World's Biggest Small Screen
Watching movies, TV shows, and videos is big fun on iPod nano. And the high-resolution picture looks crisp and vivid on the 2-inch widescreen display. So you can always have a little video with you.

Reduced Environmental Impact
The iPod nano embodies Apple's continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

  • Arsenic-free glass
  • Brominated flame retardant-free
  • Mercury-free
  • PVC-free
  • Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure

What's in the Box
iPod nano, earphones, USB 2.0 cable, dock adapter, quick start guide


Features:
  • 8 GB capacity for 2,000 songs, 7,000 photos, or 8 hours of video
  • Up to 24 hours of music playback or 4 hours of video playback when fully charged
  • 2-inch LCD with blue-white LED backlight and 320-by-240-pixel resolution
  • Supported audio formats: AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
  • Supported video formats: H.264, MPEG-4; Supported image file types: JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG
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List Price: USD 129.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 89.50
Lowest New Price: USD 139.95
Lowest Refurbished Price: USD 119.98

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05

Sep

Dell Inspiron 5000 Heatsink - 7898U

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05

Sep

CH Products Flight Sim Yoke USB ( 200-615 )

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CH Products Flight Sim Yoke USB ( 200-615 )


Hi I have been flight siming for quite sometime and recently made the Jump to real world piloting both fixed wing and rotary aircraft. The fellas I fly fixed wing with and my instructor for rotary aircraft all agree that my use of flight programs with this equipment has translated into a more fluid, focused training experience. The only thing one does not quite experience is the actual mechanical tactile elements and forces of "G" associated with real world flying. Otherwise When in X-Plane, FX or 2004 Microsoft programs you are real as you program it. This is also true of older Ubisoft titles which fly well and much more acurately than with Logitech controller Sticks. Logitech has just come out with controllers like Ch-Products and Saitek. The Jury is not in on these yet. Try landing on the pitching deck of a carrier in Lomac IL2 or Pacific fighters. You`ll get a real thrill/chill and a sense of accomplishment. Especially when battle dam-aged I love CH-Products READ what you can do W/CMS Software. We have Joy Lt Scott St. John

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Brand: CH Products
Color: Black
Model: 200-615

Product Description:
Command the skies with the king of flight simulator controls, the Flight Sim Yoke USB. This one of a kind yoke offers features that will allow you to fly with the realism you've come to expect from CH Products. The Flight Sim Yoke USB provides 5 axes of control including, pitch, roll, throttle lever, propeller lever, and mixture lever. It also features 20 button functions, including 2-way gear switch, 2-way flaps switch, 8-way hat switch, two 2-way rocker switches, and 4 push buttons. Pilots around the world applaud the comfortably placed prop, throttle and mixture levers. It's the closest thing you'll get to sitting in your own cockpit.

Features:
  • Flight simulator yoke features 5 axes of movement and control
  • 20 programmable buttons with included software
  • Plug-and-play installation with 7' USB cord
  • Compatible with Mac and PC
  • Backed by a 2-year limited warranty
Format: CD
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 149.95
Lowest Used Price: USD 74.99
Lowest New Price: USD 96.41

Customer Reviews


CH Flight Sim Yoke 211
Flight Sim Yoke well worth the purchase.
There are two buttons which need attention:
1)The landing gear switch has to be pushed down to retract the gear...very unrealistic!
2)The paddle switch on the left horn has no function...should be able to fine trim pitch!


My son is in heaven!
Ordered this for my 10 year old for XMAS. It was his request and the #1 item on his wish list. He was picky about what he wanted in his "yoke" and this really made him happy. Very good that it has some clamps that are on the bottom that you can fasten to your desk, etc. that allow for the unit to be solid when the operator pulls back on the yoke. The reviews seem to indicate that this model is very well liked and I have heard that some actual pilots use this game toy to practice.


Average Yoke for a Low Price
I am giving this product an average review - not because it doesn't work as advertised, but because it is true that the stability of the product degrades over time and that it will need to be replaced every 2 years or so, and that's with fairly infrequent use. The calibration of my yoke after 2 years of owning it is completely out of whack. I've tried recalibrating within Flight Simulator and it's no good, the yoke doesn't have a steady "idle" position and jumps all over the place depending on how far the center column snaps forwards or backwards after applying pressure. I believe anyone considering this product should consider buying something more pricey because they are going to get more mileage out of it. The flaw in this peripheral is not in its construction so much as its design. Out of the box the product is great, it's not until later that you'll start experiencing problems.

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05

Sep

Wireless Keyboard K350

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Logitech K350 2.4Ghz Wireless Keyboard


I bought this keyboard for work because I just couldn't stand the horrible one they gave me to use when my laptop is docked - it wasn't any better than the junky one on the laptop itself. So, I'd recently bought the Logitech Performance Mouse MX for work and wanted a wireless keyboard that would work with the new universal system Logitech has. Additionally, I wanted something with a curve to it - but not one of those awful split allegedly ergonomic keyboards. This fit the bill perfectly. I've had it for a bit over a month now, so I feel I've used it enough to have a list of pros and cons:

Pros:
- Uses the universal feature from Logitech, so it shares the same nano-dongle as my mouse, thus using only a single USB for both.
- Comfortable. The wave shape and the slightly upturned keys make it easy to type for an extended period. Additionally, the wrist rest here is slightly padded and very comfortable as well.
- Very programmable. There are a large number of programmable keys, many pre-programmed, that allow you to customize the keyboard to the way you work. One button push and I've got my development environment up and loading!
- Looks. This is a very nice looking keyboard - matches well with the Dell equipment I'm using it with.
- Quiet. The keys don't make much sound, so the folks in the cubes around me aren't bothered by my typing.
- Software. The Logitech software to pair the keyboard to my already existing adapter was easy to use and worked the first time. Additionally, it's easy to program keys to do what you want.

Cons:
- Like nearly all keyboards now-a-days, a tiny bit mushy. I grew up with the old IBM AT keyboard and still miss it...but I think that just makes me old. :)
- Big - because of the wave shape and extra programmable keys, as well as the wrist rest, this keyboard is very large. If you're putting it on a keyboard tray, measure first.
- Not all the pre-programmed keys work for every computer. Don't know why, but the pre-programmed key for the battery status and web search just seem to do nothing. Word, Excel, zoom, and audio keys all work perfectly though. No big deal, as they're re-programmable, but odd, none the less.

Overall, if I needed to buy another keyboard today, I'd buy another one of these.

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Brand: Logitech
Model: 920-001996

Product Description:
With its distinctive Wave design and Constant Curve layout, Logitech Wireless Keyboard K350 guides your hands into just the right position. You’ll type with ease and confidence, but without having to re-learn typing on an unfamiliar layout.

Features:
  • Wave design with Constant Curve layout: Curved layout guides hands into just the right position
  • Ease and comfort: Cushioned palm rest makes work easier and fun more fun
  • Longer battery time: This feature gives you up to three years of battery life. (Battery life based on a calculation of an estimated 2 million keystrokes per year in an office environment. User experience may vary.)
  • Logitech Unifying receiver: The tiny Unifying receiver stays in your notebook, so there's no need to unplug it when you move around. And you can easily add compatible wireless mice and keyboards to the same wireless receiver
Format: CD
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List Price: USD 54.99
Lowest New Price: USD 47.03

Customer Reviews


Nice keyboard but a little clunky
This is a nice keyboard just very large and makes typing a little clunky, my husband likes it but his fingers a larger then mine. Works great no problems with loss of connection. I like the slight wave design and wrist rest is very comfortible. I do wish it had lighted symbols to let you know if caps lock is on or num lock is activated. That makes it more of a pain when putting in passwords. The addition of the Fn and quick hit keys are great addition as well as the battery life light.


Quiet, comfortable and of good quality.
Pros: This is a very solid keyboard - good construction. I've had no issues. There is a 'soft' quality to the keys, which I really like and as a result, typing is quiet (great for taking notes while on the phone).

Cons: this is not a big issue, but I would have preferred more separation between the left and right halves of the keyboard....until I got used of it, I kept hitting the G instead the H key and vice versa....not a problem after I got used of it.


Awesome Keyboard
This keyboard is an awesome buy. It was easy to setup and integrate with my other logitech unifying devices. Not one problem. Just plug it in and follow a few prompt and thats it.


Big Keyboard
Wireless range less than old Logitech keyboard. Keyboard spacing may be issue for some people with smaller hands. Graphics on up and down arrow keys just wrong. Delete home and end - key placement not as comfortable as older designs. High quality of manufacture. Programmable keys and additional software a plus.

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Sep

Japanese and English USB Computer Keyboard (Black with White Letters)

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Japanese and English USB Computer Keyboard (Black with White Letters)

Product Description:
This Keyboard provides superior comfort without forcing you to relearn how to type; it also maintains the key locations in the standard layout so you don't have to relearn how to type. The keyboard features an attractive design, a dependable construction that makes this board a great value, and keys that have a light, responsive feel, a standard size that uses less space than split keyboards, The Keyboard is guaranteed to work right out of the box, with long-lasting reliability. Its durable, spill-resistant design ensures little accidents won't cause worries. With so many benefits for such an economical price, this keyboard offers incredible value. Please refer to Windows Help files to enable your keyboard language.

Features:
  • This Keyboard provides superior comfort and it also maintains the key locations in the standard layo
  • The keyboard features an attractive design, a dependable construction that makes this board a great
  • The Keyboard is guaranteed to work right out of the box, with long-lasting reliability. Its durable,
  • With so many benefits for such an economical price, this keyboard offers incredible value.
  • Please refer to Windows Help files to enable your keyboard language.
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