With most of us carrying phones and tablets these days, it's easy to get caught without a charge. The Mophie Juice Pack Universal PowerStation Duo is the company's answer to that modern headache. The devices' 6000mAh rechargeable battery can provide up to four full charges for most smart phones, and since it has two USB ports, it can charge more than one…
In this nerd's humble opinion, the Olympus E-PL5 is the best pocket-sized Micro 4/3 camera you can buy. There are a plethora of mirrorless cameras out there, but if you're looking for one that is small, relatively inexpensive, works with interchangeable lenses, and takes jaw-dropping images, then look no further. The year-old OM-D EM-5 is considered by many to be the best…
To wrap up our day of linking to great keyboards, I've saved my favorite for last. This is the granddaddy: the Apple Extended II. Apple sold the Extended II during the early 1990s. Like it's older brother, the Extended, it comes with mechanical key switches and a ton of beige plastic. Since it uses an ADB connection, an adaptor must be used…
Speaking of keyboards, the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 is the Cadillac of input devices. Featuring a split design with angled keys and a cushioned palm rest, the 4000 is built to keep the user having natural hand, wrist, and forearm position. It might be gigantic and ugly, but if you're serious about keeping RSI away (or are already fighting it), this…
If you like the feel of a mechanical keyboard, but have to work with other people around, the Matias Quiet Pro might be the kit for you. Matias’ new Quiet Click mechanical keyswitches are designed to be no louder than a standard keyboard, unlike most mechanical keyboard, which can sound like machine gun fire. The keyboard is $149, and comes in special…
The Rasberry Pi is a tiny computer. (Its just 85.6 x 56 x 21 mm) With a 700MHz ARM processor, 512 MB RAM and Videocore 4 GPU, it's a fairly beefy tiny computer. It can play 1080p H.264 files without breaking a sweat, making it a great addition to your media center. There are numerous Linux build that will run on the…
iRobot's Roomba line of robotic vacuums is well-known, and the 650 model brings some much-appreciated improvements to the automated little helpers. The machine's 3-stage cleaning system is designed to pick up dirt, hair, and other debris without having to empty the dustbin every time the robot is done cleaning. With it's "iAdapt" cleaning technology, the little guy is smarter than ever, being…
My enthusiasm is strong for the iPad mini. Like the iPad before it, though, I don't like doing long-form typing on it. The Belkin Keyboard Case packs a physical keyboard in a sleek case. Simply open it up, flip on BlueTooth and start writing. There are lots of such keyboards for the full-sized iPad, and this is one of the first I've…
The JBL OnBeat Mico is one of the first small, portable sound systems to add support for Apple's new-fangled Lightning connector, found on all of the company's new devices including the iPhone 5, iPod touch and new iPads. In addition to Lightning, the dock comes with USB and audio connectors for just about any device. The dock can be powered by AAA…
Logitech's Alert Security System is a home camera system that supports 2-6 indoor and outdoor cameras that help keep you and your home safe. With their new free Mac app, you can monitor your Logitech Alert Video Security System, as well as install and configure new cameras and watch live video. The app can also be used to view past clips, control…
I love my olloclip. The clip-on lens kit for the iPhone takes what is already a great moblie camera and makes it a lot more powerful and fun to use. Thankfully, a new version for the iPhone 5 is available for pre-order now. $69 gets you a red, white or black kit with a Fisheye, Wide-Angle and Macro lens. All three lenses…
We've linked to the Jawbone Up before, but sadly, the original device didn't hold up well over time, and the company ended up pulling the product from store shelves. Well, the Up is back, and Jawbone is promising that this time around, it got it right. Using its built-in hardware and iOS app, the Up can track sleep, activity, meals and more.…
Shawn and I are both big fans of the Doxie Go, a great little portable scanner. Now the Go has a sibling — the Doxie One. The new colorful scanner stores everything on an SD card, and documents can be downloaded via USB, or via Apple's iPad SD Card Reader. While it lacks some of the options found on the more expensive…
This 10 MP digital camera combines the benefits of a digital camera with the fun of the old-school Polaroid instant cameras. Equipped with a 3-inch LCD and the ability to upload custom borders, creating fun creations to pass out at a party has never been easier. The 2x3" prints are ready in under a minute.
Bummed about Disney buying Lucasfilms? A Darth Vader Mini-Fig clock should restore balance to the Force. With a two-year battery, snooze button and the Dark Lord himself, let your loved ones or coworkers know you're serious about being on time.
I remember when I got my first 1 GB USB jump drive. It was magical to have so much data on my keyring. It cost an arm and a leg, of course. The $26 Verbatim TUFF 'N' TINY USB Drive is kinda hard to believe. Measuring 1.19 x 0.5 x 0.06 inch, it packs 32 GB of storage in a tiny, water-resistant…
The Mac mini is a great little computer, and they can be found driving multimedia displays in stores, schools and more, all over the country. The H-Squared Mount for Mac mini is designed to keep your Mac mini mounted, securely and discretely. The mount replaces the bottom plate on the Mac mini, and connects to a metal frame to keep the mini…
Apple's brand-new iMac is bad to the bone. They've laminated the screen to the glass, and compacted everything else to make it as thin around the edges as possible. It's faster, brighter, and has a Fusion Drive — which actually has little to do with providing energy and a lot to do with giving you SSD speeds at HDD prices. There's enough…
If you use a MacBook Pro with Apple's Thunderbolt Display, you know how quickly your desk can become quite messy. The Just Mobile AluRack is designed to keep things neat. Designed in Denmark by the award-winning Jakob Wagner, the AluRack screws together through the hole in the stand of your iMac or Thunderbolt Display, creating a shelf for your notebook to rest…
The pi Mount for iPhone is a clever little bit of plastic that is designed to keep your iPhone or iPod off the counter or floor while charging. It clips on to the top of Apple's small USb wall charger, creating a shelf for your device to rest on, keeping it safe from spills and other accidents. The best part is that…