The JVC KD-G720 features a front USB port (on right side) to provide connectivity to thumb drives, portable media players and memory card readers. With USB being so widely accepted JVC thought this interoperatabilty would give them an edge, JVC is right. The car stereo supports MP3 and WMA file playback from any memory device or CD-R or CD-RW. You can even mix file types.
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US Robotics introduces new USB telephone adaptor which is Skype certified. The adaptor can use VoIP technology or standard land-line connection known as PSTN. The USR9620 from US Robotics requires no additional hardware, simply connect land-line to the USR9620 then connect your analog telephone for immediate use, or connect the USR9620 to your computer via USB and use VoIP software such as Skype to place a call.
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BOISE, Idaho, and FREMONT, Calif., March 8, 2006 – Micron Technology, Inc., (NYSE: MU) and Lexar Media, Inc., (Nasdaq: LEXR) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Micron to acquire Lexar in a stock-for-stock merger. Under terms of the agreement, each outstanding common share of Lexar will receive 0.5625 shares of Micron stock. Micron anticipates issuing shares in exchange for 81.6 million Lexar shares outstanding. Additional Micron shares will be issued upon the exercise of assumed stock options.
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USB Phones or VoIP Routers which way for the VoIP User?
Following up on its service provider comparison I-VoIP.co.uk is now happy to present its new jargon-free VoIP hardware review, packed with enough information to help the average man cut through the dense jungle of the VoIP hardware market and choose the right piece of VoIP hardware for his own particular VoIP situation.
(PRWEB) March 4, 2006 — The world of VoIP is currently at somewhat of a tipping point. The increasing reliability, efficacy and money-saving of VoIP service providers are becoming plain to an ever expanding group of people not least the good people at Tesco’s who are seeking to capitalise on this awareness by launching their own VoIP service.
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Hela has positioned it’s new USB massage ball as a premium corporate gift – hmm, interesting. Hela quotes the ball as providing a surprisingly strong vibration with textured surface to help reach deep into the tissue to relax and rejuvenate tired muscles. Powered by a 6 foot USB cable the Massage Ball vibrates at one setting (3600rpm) and has a single power On/Off switch. For about $30USD it might be a little pricy compared to alternate massage solutions.
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A spokesperson from Belkin confirmed earlier this week the award winning (Best in Design CES 06) Belkin wireless USB hub will be delayed until July of 2006. The delay was categorized as typical manufacturing delays but GetUSB believes it’s more to do with the Freescale core technology, CableFree, used in the Belkin device. Original ship dates where around April of this year but now are more in line with the WiMedia Alliance Member’s release date for commercially ready UltraWideBand products. So, the race is still on.
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Genius is featuring a power packed card reader/writer called the CR-802UX COMBO. This guy not only reads/writes the big 8 card types but also houses 3 USB ports. This creative design helps eliminate clutter by combining a USB hub into the card reader. With a High Speed USB 2.0 interface it wont slow you down. Compatible with both MAC and PC platforms and a retail price of around $30USD the only hick-up GetUSB found was no dealers in the US.
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The 7.1 surround sound headphones from Waveon in Korea is a great way to enjoy your favorite movies. Compatible with both Dolby and DTS surround sound formats the MCH-501U connects via USB which eliminates the need for a second power cord. Waveon has a competitive edge whereby you don’t need a sound card to enjoy the rich, full sound of a 7.1 channel sound system.
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Press ReleaseSirit Inc. (TSX: SI), a leading provider of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, today unveiled the Sirit Plug-n-Play product line – an innovative and cost-effective family of Secure Digital (SDIO) and USB based multi- protocol ‘plug and play’ products, supporting a wide range of RFID applications.
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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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Need some extra juice for that wireless connection? Well, EchoTech Wireless has a solution for you. The Extreme Long Range Notebook Kit can expand your wireless connection up to 1 mile. The kit comes with a PCMCIA card, 500mW amplifier and USB power cable and you’ll start seeing wireless connections you’ve never seen before. The transceiver operates on all 2.4GHz Wi-Fi systems and supports both 802.11g and 802.11b networks. MAC and PC compatible. Pricing starts at $269US and is available directly from EchoTech.
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Integrated Biometrics has a new biometric log-in device via USB connection, the IBIdentifi. This is a turn-key, enterprise level fingerprint logon product with advanced features for the highest level security applications. With unsurpassed biometric performance as the result of imaging technology (650dpi resolution) and algorithm speed to provide the most accurate performance. Software is rich with features, such as adjustable access security levels by user account, encryption of all communication, extends active directory domains, entry of username and password is not necessary and best of all – an alarm can be sounded by using a different finger to other stations or personnel for notification of log-in under duress.
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The JVC KD-G720 features a front USB port (on right side) to provide connectivity to thumb drives, portable media players and memory card readers. With USB being so widely accepted JVC thought this interoperatabilty would give them an edge, JVC is right. The car stereo supports MP3 and WMA file playback from any memory device or CD-R or CD-RW. You can even mix file types.
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US Robotics introduces new USB telephone adaptor which is Skype certified. The adaptor can use VoIP technology or standard land-line connection known as PSTN. The USR9620 from US Robotics requires no additional hardware, simply connect land-line to the USR9620 then connect your analog telephone for immediate use, or connect the USR9620 to your computer via USB and use VoIP software such as Skype to place a call.
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Press Release
BOISE, Idaho, and FREMONT, Calif., March 8, 2006 – Micron Technology, Inc., (NYSE: MU) and Lexar Media, Inc., (Nasdaq: LEXR) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Micron to acquire Lexar in a stock-for-stock merger. Under terms of the agreement, each outstanding common share of Lexar will receive 0.5625 shares of Micron stock. Micron anticipates issuing shares in exchange for 81.6 million Lexar shares outstanding. Additional Micron shares will be issued upon the exercise of assumed stock options.
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jargon-free VoIP hardware review, packed with enough information to help the average man cut through the dense jungle of the VoIP hardware market and choose the right piece of VoIP hardware for his own particular VoIP situation.
(PRWEB) March 4, 2006 — The world of VoIP is currently at somewhat of a tipping point. The increasing reliability, efficacy and money-saving of VoIP service providers are becoming plain to an ever expanding group of people not least the good people at Tesco’s who are seeking to capitalise on this awareness by launching their own VoIP service.
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Hela has positioned it’s new USB massage ball as a premium corporate gift – hmm, interesting. Hela quotes the ball as providing a surprisingly strong vibration with textured surface to help reach deep into the tissue to relax and rejuvenate tired muscles. Powered by a 6 foot USB cable the Massage Ball vibrates at one setting (3600rpm) and has a single power On/Off switch. For about $30USD it might be a little pricy compared to alternate massage solutions.
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hub will be delayed until July of 2006. The delay was categorized as typical manufacturing delays but GetUSB believes it’s more to do with the Freescale core technology, CableFree, used in the Belkin device. Original ship dates where around April of this year but now are more in line with the WiMedia Alliance Member’s release date for commercially ready UltraWideBand products. So, the race is still on.
Original article here
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Genius is featuring a power packed card reader/writer called the CR-802UX COMBO. This guy not only reads/writes the big 8 card types but also houses 3 USB ports. This creative design helps eliminate clutter by combining a USB hub into the card reader. With a High Speed USB 2.0 interface it wont slow you down. Compatible with both MAC and PC platforms and a retail price of around $30USD the only hick-up GetUSB found was no dealers in the US.
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The 7.1 surround sound headphones from Waveon in Korea is a great way to enjoy your favorite movies. Compatible with both Dolby and DTS surround sound formats the MCH-501U connects via USB which eliminates the need for a second power cord. Waveon has a competitive edge whereby you don’t need a sound card to enjoy the rich, full sound of a 7.1 channel sound system.
Continue Reading
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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.
Continue Reading
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Need some extra juice for that wireless connection? Well, EchoTech Wireless has a solution for you. The Extreme Long Range Notebook Kit can expand your wireless connection up to 1 mile. The kit comes with a PCMCIA card, 500mW amplifier and USB power cable and you’ll start seeing wireless connections you’ve never seen before. The transceiver operates on all 2.4GHz Wi-Fi systems and supports both 802.11g and 802.11b networks. MAC and PC compatible. Pricing starts at $269US and is available directly from EchoTech.
Continue Reading
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Integrated Biometrics has a new biometric log-in device via USB connection, the IBIdentifi. This is a turn-key, enterprise level fingerprint logon product with advanced features for the highest level security applications. With unsurpassed biometric performance as the result of imaging technology (650dpi resolution) and algorithm speed to provide the most accurate performance. Software is rich with features, such as adjustable access security levels by user account, encryption of all communication, extends active directory domains, entry of username and password is not necessary and best of all – an alarm can be sounded by using a different finger to other stations or personnel for notification of log-in under duress.
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