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more about #elecom more comments → met2art: Magnetism is a very weak force. Magnetic field strength dissipates in proportion to the inverse cube of the distance. It would take a magnet of roughl... more » Gary_7vn: Magnets are not a problem. It's alternating magnetic fields that can mess up tapes, and the like. Memory cards are not affected by ordinary magnets. ... more » Odin: Be as it may that a PC case probably provides enough protection against most normal magnets I still wouldn't feel comfortable with this nearby. Magnet... more » geolemon: Isn't Aluminum metal? Copper? And do you feel good about sticking a magnet on your computer? I don't... I'm not a gamblin' man. Hey - hard drive ca... more » sneakypoo: *waits for the" OMG a magnet on your computer!?"-comments* edit: Forgot I was at Giz so hopefully that wont happen. more » Mike Zuniga: That was Unexpected: Do people still use Compact Flash? #cardreadermagnet more » matt buchanan: Why doesn't it have a slot CF cards???? #cardreadermagnet more » combatfetus: I understand that this doesn't literally apply, so bear with my word choice, but why isn't one female? (Like a plug) If I got them, I would want to ke... more » Alfisted: If you crank 'em, do they create a mindstorm? more » plasticmouse: I would buy some of those in a heartbeat. Oh look - I just did :) more » G-Ram: There's no way they can get sued! It's a 2x3 brick, not a 2x4... see? Not the same thing at all! [/vanilla ice] more » Kaiser-Machead: Cute, but utter fail if they can't interlock with standard LEGO bricks. more » EBone: Seen these mounted in Airports for travelers to charge up. more » paulrules: Er. "Like a pen".... What were they thinking? more » eagles3 speeeedin: but why? more » -
#cardreaders
Nifty Elecom Card Reader Sticks to Metal Surfaces
With a magnet backing, this clever multi-card reader frees up desk space by sticking to most metallic surfaces like PCs, or a filing cabinet. It costs ¥2520 (about $27), and will likely be available from GeekStuff4U. [Elecom via Akihabara News] More » -
#headphones
Elecom's Lego Style Earphones Sound Like a Lawsuit Waiting to Happen
Available in a range of colors, these knock off Lego-inspired earbuds are perfect for those too lazy to pull out a glue-gun. The PlayBrick EHP-CIN40s include four different earbud sizes, and cost $44 imported from: [GeekStuff4U via Akihabara News] More » -
#peripherals
Just a Stylish 'Wall Socket' USB Hub
It's not a formal wall socket replacement, but this Elecom U2H-TC410B 4-port USB hub will look sharp (and a bit misleading) when mounted to a desk or table. More » -
#mice
Elecom Scope Node Laser Mouse Clearly Built With Robot Paws in Mind
I am joining others in not caring about the legitimacy of Elecom's claims of precision based on positioning the laser between your thumb and forefinger for their Scope Node mouse. This thing looks awesome. More » -
#microsd
Elecom 2GB MicroSD Loverish Line Prettifies Your Memory Cards
MicroSD cards are so prolific nowadays that it's about time for companies to differentiate their products using cutesy designs. If you're a 15-year-old girl, these goth- and love-themed 2GB ought to thrill. More » -
#microsd
Elecom MicroSD Reader Is a Barely Noticeable Nub
Elecom's MicroSD USB reader takes advantage of the storage format's miniature size to ensure that the only thing poking out of your computer is a colorful— and dare I say stylish— little nub. More » -
#digitalcameras
Elecom Waterproof SDHC Cards Keep Wet Memories Dry
While they won't do much to salvage that fancy camera, Elecom is trusting that some of us will benefit from their waterproof SDHC cards. -
#cutespeakers
Elecom ASP-S750 Speakers Have a Look That Jumps Out At You
Good-looking mini speakers are few and far between, IMHO, but Elecom's ASP-S750 diagonal speakers have a certain je ne sais quoi. Designed to go "forward toward the sound of fire," according to the Engrish blurb, the 2.5W-per-channel speakers come in white or silver, and full specs are below the gallery. More » -
