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Addonics Introduces Pocket DigiDrive
The Addonics Pocket
DigiDrive is an ideal device for transferring data to your Mac
or PC from a digital 
camera,
digital camcorder, PDA, MP3 players, digital voice recorder, and more.
It is a solid state drive without any moving parts and consumes so
little power that all you need to operate the device is to plug into a
USB port. The small size, light weight, and the USB powered feature
make the Pocket DigiDrive a great mobile solution.
Key Features:
- USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compliant
- Complete Plug and Play
- Reads and writes to seven different popular digital media: CF-I,
CF-II, Smart Memory, Memory Stick, Micro Drive, Multimedia Card, Secure
Digital Card
- Size small enough to fit in most jacket pocket
- Bus powered, no AC adapter needed
- Unique icon for each media type
Specifications
- Interface: USB
- Maximum read/write speed: 1 MB/sec
- Supports Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, Mac OS 8.6 or higher, Linux
kernel 2.4 or higher
- Dimension: 4 in (W) x 5.5 in (D) x 1 in (H)
- Warranty: 1 year
Price: $89
Laptop Laidback Portable Workstation
The Laptop
Laidback workstation for laptop users is fully adjustable, with
solid hardwood and 
Melamine construction, and
foldable for easy storage. Laptop Laidback features include:
- Fits all laptop computers
- Eliminates overheating
- Perfect for computing in bed, sofa and recliners
- Highly adjustable
- Very stable
- Quality components
Laptop Laidback's two T-knobs in combination with specially designed
hinge inserts provide angle variation, and it is particularly effective
for laptop use while completely reclined. It can enable computing for
individuals with certain long term disabilities as well as those
recuperating from surgery or undergoing rehabilitation.
The Laptop Laidback also fits most large laptop bags and carry on
luggage bags.
The product is manufactured in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada,
from a plentiful resource of local hardwood ( maple).
Laptop Laidback sells for: approximately US $89 (depending on
exchange rate) - US shipping & taxes included or Can $116.
For more information, email info@laptop-laidback.com or visit
Laptop
Laidback.
Keyspan Ships Silver USB Hubs for New G4s and
PowerBooks
Keyspan has announced
it is now shipping silver USB hubs that complement Apple's new
"Quicksilver" versions of the G4 Power Macintosh CPUs.
Keyspan responded to Apple's July Macworld Expo introduction of the
new Quicksilver G4s by quickly bringing to market silver USB hubs in
both desktop and laptop versions. Both hubs offer four USB ports,
support dual power modes, and comply with USB 1.1 specifications. The
mini hub version of the hub features a low power design that extends
the battery life of the laptop.
Available now resellers and from catalogs, the desktop version
(UH-4ASL) retails at $39 and the Mini Hub (UHM-4SL) retails at $49.
Dr. Bott T3Hub USB Hub for Mac Portables
T3Hub by Dr. Bott is a
new USB hub that picks up the design of the new generation of portables
from Apple. Typically T3Hub will be used when the internal USB
connections of the computer no longer satisfy the needs of a growing
array of USB peripherals.
T3Hub is available in the colors Ice (iBook 2001), Titanium (G4
PowerBook), and also in the already classic translucent Graphite.
T3Hub plugs directly into the USB connector on the computer. An
optional USB extension pigtail is provided to reduce strain on the
built-in port. Many USB devices receive the power they require to
operate from the USB bus. The devices indicate their nominally required
power when they are connected to a USB hub or a USB port on the
computer.
The special thing about T3Hub is its capability to host two normal
low-power USB devices and one high-power USB device - all without
requiring a power supply itself.
Pricing
- Ice $33.95
- Titanium $33.95
- Graphite $33.95
- 3Pack $99.95
JR Hill & Co Releases Full Size Screen
Protector for TiBook
JR Hill &
Co.'s new full 
size PowerBook G4 Screen
Protector now covers the whole area of the keyboard/trackpad button,
giving full protection from dirt and oils and scratches getting onto
the LCD screen. The Screen Protector measures 12-3/4" x 8-3/8" and,
like the company's original Screen Protector, is available in black,
burgundy, green, and blue. The Full Size PowerBook G4 Screen Protector
retails for $17.49 plus shipping.
iClipse and iBook Lap Dog by Tom Bihn
The iClipse
from Tom Bihn is a micro-briefcase designed to be a perfect fit for
your new iBook. A smaller version of the G4 Eclipse, the iClipse
provides the same protection as the company's popular Lap Dogs.
Cradled in soft foam padding, your iBook hangs suspended in a
corrugated plastic insert. The top zips shut with a #9 YKK zipper, and
under the buckled flap there is a substantial front pouch for your
power supply, cables and/or external drive, etc. Inside the front
pouch, an organizer has pockets for your PDA, cell phone & pens,
plus a snaphook for your keys. The entire front of the pouch is a
zippered pocket. On the back there is a simple, open-top pocket for a
file or a magazine. Padded handles and optional shoulder strap.
- Available in Basic Black with either Silver or Sky Blue
accent.
- 1000 Denier Cordura®.
- Interior Dimensions: approximately 11-1/2" x 9-1/2" x 1-1/2".
- Exterior Dimensions: approximately 11-3/4" x 11" x 4"
(expanded).
- Weight: approximately 1.5 lbs.
Price: $85.
Tom Bihn's new iBook Lap Dog is made for the new, smaller iBook. It
has the same excellent protection you've come to expect from Tom Bihn,
and closes on the top, like a cereal box, except with Velcro.
The iBook Lap Dog features an open-top, snap closing front pocket of
Spandura® stretch Cordura to accommodate your power supply, cables
and/or external drive and that's all; webbing handles and optional
shoulder strap.
• Available in Basic Black
• 500 Denier Cordura® & Spandura® Stretch
Cordura®.
• Interior Dimensions: approximately 11-1/2" x 9-1/2" x
1-1/2".
• Exterior Dimensions: approximately 11-3/4" x 11" x 2-1/4".
Price: $50.
Filofax
Introduces Line of Computer Bags and Briefcases
Fusion Executive Computer Case
Contemporary styled bag designed to function as a portable office
workstation. Design allows laptop use in situ.
16" wide x 12-3/4" high x 4" deep
Exterior: A flat pocket for quick access conceals a small zippered
pocket for keys or change. Interior: Front - Stand up office section
plus compartment for laptop. The panel features pockets for 2 pens, 1
mobile phone, 5 credit or business cards, 1 ID window, 1 CD/diskette
pocket, and 3 mesh pockets for smaller items. Behind organized panel is
a gussetted section for documents. Back - Rear gussetted filing section
with flexible central divider and full-width zippered pocket.
The padded main compartment holds laptop securely in place with
adjustable Velcro straps, whilst cables can be kept separately in the
removable padded cable bag. The profile of the zippered opening eases
in situ laptop use. This bag also has a detachable shoulder strap.
Price $200.
Compatible Laptop Holder
Protective laptop bag that doubles as a workstation. This bag is
padded to protect your laptop and is designed for use in other Filofax
Bags and Briefcases where stated. It is also a stylish bag in its own
right.
13-9/16" wide x 11-1/8" high x 2-3/16" deep
Exterior: One handle on the top and one on the side for use in bag
where the holder fits portrait or landscape pockets. Interior: Bag
holds a laptop and has an organized pane, which has pockets designed to
hold 3 pens, 4 CD/diskette pockets and a large full-width pocket for
documents. The shaped zippered opening allows bag to be opened
partially to get laptop in or out easily, or opened fully to allow use
in situ. This bag is compatible with Fusion Courier Bag, Compact
Briefcase, Grand Briefcase, Portrait Briefcase, Modern Briefcase,
Backpack with wheels, and Weekender.
Price $50.
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