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USB technology is the leading connectivity standard for consumer electronics. GetUSB.info takes a look at these products and other fun USB Gadgets to show how USB affects your everyday life, it really does. We talk about USB 1.1, USB 2.0, Wireless USB and soon to be USB 3.0. We have USB hacks, tutorials and general USB information. Welcome and enjoy.

GetUSB Dealz: 1 Cent USB Car Charger - Limited Time

11.20.08 | GetUSB Dealz| USB Fever | Permalink

USBFever has a high temperature again.  They are currently promoting a USB car charge for only 1 penny!  That’s right, you can now charge any USB device from your car lighter for only 1 cent.

USBFever will ship anywhere in the world for $2.99.  So your out-the-door price is $3.00.  Clearly an excellent deal.

usb car charger

Score yourself some brownie points with your geek friend and pass this hot deal along.  It wont last forever!

*Also great idea for a stocking stuff this holiday season.

Source:  Thanks Thomas of USBFever [product page to order].

USB Geekology

11.19.08 | Useless Novelty | Permalink

Here’s a super geek who’s gotten into some USB Geekology.  Are those burns, tattoos or just a Photoshop hack job?  You decide.

usb tattoo

Source:  TechySh!t.com.

SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Connector

11.19.08 | USB 3.0 | Permalink

Now that SuperSpeed USB is out what does the physical connector look like?  Well, GetUSB isn’t 100% sure but we’ve seen some images popping up on the internet.

First, lets take a look at the USB connector we reported about in Januarary of 08:

usb 3.0

Now we have a new image coming up from UberGizmo which might be a more developed connector of the SuperSpeed USB connector:

super speed usb

Once we get word on the official socket / jack we’ll report back.

SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Version 1.0 Is Officially Available

11.19.08 | USB 3.0| USB News | Permalink

SuperSpeed USB logoOn Monday the USB Implementers Forum released the official documents for SuperSpeed USB 3.0.  We’ve been reporting on the SuperSpeed for about 6 months and it’s finally come to fruition.  The logo to the right might be the USB-IF official logo as we pulled it directly off their press release material.

What we have today is the specification outline, meaning we don’t have products yet, but now developers and chip manfucaturers have an official outline of how to build USB host controllers, hubs and other logic devices to manage the super speed of USB 3.0.

The new specification claims transfer speeds of 4.8Gbps [Gigabits per second] rate which translates to a data transfer rate of approximately 600MB per second.

So what next?  Well, between now and the next year, manufacturers will be in a mad rush to get (more…)

Just Weeks After Halloween, Skeleton USB Drive

11.11.08 | Brando USB| Useless Novelty | Permalink

Brando is based in Hong Kong and isn’t familiary with all the traditions within the US, like Halloween.  Just 2 weeks after our holiday, Brando introduces a skeleton USB stick.  Maybe Brando was going after the gothic customer base rather than capitalize on the holiday buying trend.

Either way, here is the latest skeleton USB stick from Brando.  The drive itself has a lever in the back to slide the USB connector in and out.  This keeps the classic goth look to the device, while at the same time adding some protection to the USB connector.

usb skeleton

Limited in range size, they offer only a 4GB version.  That will set you back $32 USD.

Here is the sales pitch from Brando:

Fashionable USB Skeleton Necklace Flash Drive with decorative crystals and skeleton shape. Necklace is included to wear around your neck, surely will give you a stylish look.

USB Skeleton product page via Brando.

Little Is Better Says Mini USB LCD Monitor

11.10.08 | USB News| Video | Permalink

Nanovision is aptly named because their product line is compiled of mini LCD monitors which connect via USB.  The monitors are designed to be a single use screen for dedicated applications such as IM windows, stock quote streamers, toolbars for programs like Photoshop and calendars.

usb lcd monitor

Nanovision is introducing 4 models of the mini LCD size with their technology backed by DisplayLink.  The MIMO USB Monitor starts at a 7″ display with a 800×400 resolution, with higher end models including webcams, speakers and even touch screen capability.

Nanovision didn’t comment on availability in the states but the currency conversion gives the MIMO USB Monitors a price tag of just under $130.

Source:  EverythingUSB.

Belkin GoStudio Is Aptly Named After It’s Functionality

11.07.08 | Apple / iPod| Audio| Podcasting by USB| Video | Permalink

Are you addicted to creating PodCasting content?  Need a mobile studio for those on-location interviews or content recording?  Well the all new Belkin GoStudio is worth a look.

The GoStudio is compact, portable, and sturdy enough to stand up to the rigors of a mobile digital lifestyle. Designed GoStudio for a wide range of users from podcasters to students, teachers to journalists its shape offers easy access to the controls and simplifies the audio recording process.

gostudio

Features include a built in microphone for immediate recording or use [up to] two connectors for dynamic mics.  Controls include ability to adjust the sound level and gain, limiter and low cut filter to help you maintain the quality of the recording.

What’s so ideal about this Belkin package is the solid dock station for your iPod.  You can see the full configuration here: (more…)

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