Archive for June, 2006

Sony Micro Vault Tiny might be too tiny

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 30th, 2006. Posted in Flash Storage, USB News

Is tiny really that much better? Sony has their new Micro Vault Tiny USB flash storage line and it’s small, very small. But as with our Failing USB Drive article you’ve got to treat these guys with kid-gloves. Flash memory is not as durable just because there are no moving parts – so is smaller really better? This guy has so little a casing it does make you wonder

Nice Logitech FM transmitter – watch out Griffin iFM

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 29th, 2006. Posted in Apple / iPod, Audio, Logitech, USB Input Device, USB News

Griffin put something out like this a while backed called the RoadTrip FM transmitter and now Logitech has something for you. It’s an FM transmitter that can play back MP3 or WMA files from your USB device to your FM stereo. I like this configuration much better

Locked, cocked and ready to rock – iPod Lock

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 28th, 2006. Posted in Apple / iPod, Audio, Security, USB News, Video

Targus announced three new security locks for iPod aptly named the Mobile Security Lock, Desktop Security Lock and Eyelet Security Lock. These are the only theft protection solution currently available that can be used while on-the-go, at the Desktop or personal with the eyelet lock. Featuring a keyless, user-settable three-digit combination for added convenience and protection, the new Targus security locks are designed for use with iPods configured with a dock connector, including

Grind this USB axe

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 27th, 2006. Posted in Flash Storage, USB News, Useless Novelty

Ever since that damned Guitar Hero it seem everyone wants to be some kind of faux guitar maniac. This flash drive is shaped like a guitar and even includes a miniature guitar case. It includes an extension cable for connectivity and is only available in 256MB capacities.

007 Underwater USB finger scanner

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 26th, 2006. Posted in Security, USB Input Device, USB News

Ok so the title got your eye – an underwater finger print scanner – and GetUSB.info has seen many blogs poking fun of a secret underwater complex which needed finger scanning protection but this actually seems like a very good idea for all-weather security applications. The underwater finger scanner from SecuTronix might be your perfect solution for outdoor, heavy weather applications.

Oxford Announces USB Host and On-The-Go Controller

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 25th, 2006. Posted in Processors, USB News

The OXU210HP is a single-chip solution which features high-speed USB host, peripheral and On-The-Go (OTG) controllers integrated with high-speed transceivers. Simultaneous port operation, coupled with a 16/32-bit processor interface, allows the OXU210HP to achieve

Omnikey super slim USB digital card reader

Written by Richard Blanchard on June 25th, 2006. Posted in Press Releases, Security, USB Input Device, USB News

Press Release

GetUSB.info Summary: Digital card reader now uses easy USB connectivity. CardMan 3021 is ideal retail product making it easy to distribute in an envelope together with credit cards, e-ID cards and software for applications.

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