You’d think some devices could be designed so that one model fits-em-all, as with USB Keyboards but this clearly isn’t the case.

Sharing USB hub increases interoperability

Written by Richard Blanchard on April 17th, 2006. Posted in Processors, USB Hub, USB Keyboard, USB News

SMSC has a multiswitch USB hub which shares devices between different platforms. The SMSC 4-port USB MultiSwitch acts as two independently controllable USB2.0 hubs in a single package with the ability to electronically reassign and reconfigure any of its four downstream ports to either

Connect monitors via USB for high-performance graphics

Written by Richard Blanchard on April 11th, 2006. Posted in Kensington, Press Releases, USB Keyboard, USB News

Press Release from Newnham Research

GetUSB Summary: Newnham uses a proprietary lossless graphics transport format that converts the pixel signal to be transferred via USB then renders the signal pack into pixels to be viewed. The driving force for the product is to make adding monitors to PCs and laptops quick and easy, like any other USB device.

Innovative USB NIVO Connects Monitors to PCs using USB 2.0 with Real-Time, Highly Interactive User Experience; Company Announces Kensington Design Win

MERC gaming keyboard from Zboard

Written by Richard Blanchard on March 22nd, 2006. Posted in Gaming, USB Keyboard, USB News

The MERC is a full-sized keyboard with a game pad built onto its left side. To conserve space, the numeric keypad has been combined with the arrow keys and editing keys, which switch functions depending on whether or not the num lock is on. The benefits MERC offers is greater communication through an large keyboard (as compared to the smaller Zboard) and the versatility to go straight from day-to-day usage to gaming.

USB keyboard embraces smart card security features

Written by Richard Blanchard on March 18th, 2006. Posted in Software, USB Input Device, USB Keyboard, USB News

Cherry has released a state-of-the art USB keyboard with integrated high-end smart-card reader for secure payment, digital signature, encryption and access authentication. Especially designed for all applications that combine smart card technology with security, the Smartboard G83-6733 has a secure PIN entry mode (class 2 smart card reader) that provides secure data transmission making this an ideal product for corporate purchasing agents and government buyers.

4 Port USB KVM with audio support from IOGear

Written by Richard Blanchard on March 16th, 2006. Posted in USB Input Device, USB Keyboard, USB News

Introducing the four port MiniView Micro USB KVM switch from IOGEAR the simplest way to simultaneously run and share audio among four computers with a single USB keyboard, monitor and USB mouse. The self-powered KVM switch has IOGears patented VSE (Video Signal Enhancement) technology to provide full 32-bit color at 2048×1536 resolution.

Cyber Snipa USB gaming keyboard

Written by Richard Blanchard on March 4th, 2006. Posted in Gaming, USB Keyboard, USB News

This just might be the perfect gaming keyboard for those who need a keypad for First Person Shooter games. Armed with lots of features Cyber Snipa has improved directional ASWD keys, removable soft pad, cool blue undercase lighting, and 34 keys which can be mapped to the users preference. For just under $35 you could reach a new level of skill that traditional keyboards could not provide.

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