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Using a couple keys from a spare keyboard, this guy made up his own custom USB memory stick that looks like a computer key.
Modder Alex over on Hacker Zen shows you step-by-step how to make your own using an old keyboard, a flash drive, an Xacto knife, a file…
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July 5th, 2007 by: Technabob
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Japanese electronics company Marubeni Infotec recently showed off a line of peripherals which are made out of wood.
Made by design firm Hacoa, the designs include keyboards, USB flash memory drives, a memory card reader and a USB hub, all made from some delightful natural materials.
There’s no word on…
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June 7th, 2007 by: Technabob
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Palm today rolled out the details on a new device which extends the functionality of smartphones. Dubbed the Foleo, it’s a companion product for both Palm OS and Windows Mobile versions of Treo smartphones.
In a nutshell, Foleo adds a big screen and a full size keyboard to your mobile…
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May 30th, 2007 by: Technabob
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These miniature electronic instruments let you kick out the jams wherever you go. The BlueBox MiJam Mini series let you carry entire band in your backpack.
First up, there’s the Mini Drumpad, which features a bunch of percussion sounds as well as rhythm an tempo settings to keep the sounds…
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May 12th, 2007 by: Technabob
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Earlier today, Gamespot made mention of an upcoming QWERTY keyboard add-on for the Xbox 360 controller. Since that time, the post was yanked, but Engadget posted some rather slick looking images of what the controller could will look like.
There were rumors as far back as 2005 that Microsoft would…
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April 8th, 2007 by: Technabob
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This cleverly designed piggy bank looks like a giant key from a computer keyboard, emblazoned with word “Save.”
The oversize plastic computer key (4.5″ x 4.5″ x 2.25″) serves as a constant reminder to save those spare coins you found under the couch cushion. The Auto Save Bank is just…
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March 23rd, 2007 by: Technabob
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While there are plenty of spill-resistant keyboards out there, this is the first time I’ve seen one that can actually be washed in the sink.
Unotron’s line of washable keyboards, mice and Smartcard readers can all be submerged under running water and cleaned with antibacterial cleansers. Designed primarily for environments…
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March 21st, 2007 by: Technabob
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I’ve seen plenty of illuminated keyboards in my time, and also several that are flexible, but this is the first keyboard I’ve seen that both lights up and rolls up.
Made from flexible Silicone, The USB Illuminated Roll-Up Keyboard from USBGeek gets its glow from a cool sapphire blue electroluminescent…
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March 9th, 2007 by: Technabob
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Designer Ross McBride has created these whimsical stools which are modeled after the keys on your computer keyboard.
Command Sit stackable plastic stools look perfect for a dorm room or other playful space. The giant key seats provide one simple and succinct command, “sit.” They’re available in both black with…
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February 23rd, 2007 by: Technabob
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While the rest of the world continues to become more and more plastic, the folks over at Wood Contour are interested in using natural materials in their products.
For starters, Wood Contour offers keyboards, mice and monitors constructed from solid hardwoods such as cherry, mahogany, beech, oak, ash, and maple.…
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December 21st, 2006 by: Technabob