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  • accessories

    MacBook Users Rejoice: The Kanex Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter Includes USB Audio

    Frustratingly, Mini DisplayPort doesn't include audio, so to get sound when outputting to an HDTV using HDMI, you'd need to use yet another cable. This adapter uses USB for audio, so you get the full A/V with just one cable. More »
    07/09/09
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by Xterm11_is Rhyming: So it does take two cables? They just merge into an HDMI cable? 5 Responses | Other threads

  • pranks

    The iSaw USB Chainsaw Was a Hoax with a Message

    Remember the iSaw from a couple days ago? Unsurprisingly, it wasn't real. But the cause that it was created to support is one we can definitely get behind. More »
    07/09/09
    5,024
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    By Adam Frucci

    Comment by Hiphopopotamus: I didn't think there was a shred of truth to this. I think we all saw right through this. Glad to see... 17 Responses | Other threads

  • htc

    HTC Handsets Will Have Regular, Non-Stupid Headphone Jacks From Now On

    For years, HTC has been waging a senseless war against the 3.5mm headphone jack, dispatching wave after wave of Mini-USB-dependent handsets onto the public. But their newest, the Hero, has a proper plug. Was that... a concession? Yes, actually. More »
    07/09/09
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    By John Herrman
  • butts

    Ass Shaking USB Device Puts Your Worst Qualities on Display

    What sort of message do you want to send with your desk baubles? Is it one saying "I am a pervert, a Japanophile and irresponsible with my money"? If so, have I got the bauble for you. More »
    07/07/09
    10,520
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    By Adam Frucci

    Comment by Soho: Its pretty lacking in the "Ass" department if you ask me. 4 Responses | Other threads

  • peripherals

    The iSaw Will Be the Bloody Apex of USB Peripherals

    The iSaw is not just a USB-powered chainsaw. It's also an extremely committed joke. More »
    07/07/09
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    By Mark Wilson

    Comment by alexvanduyn: iSaw the final solution to the Mac/Pc debate, "PC's are bet...Hey, whats with the...NOT MY PC, NOOOOOOOO" Macs cut PC's... 7 Responses | Other threads

  • flash drives

    The Only Novelty Flash Drive Benchmark Roundup You Need

    To summarize: Santa Claus has the lowest data rates, while the strawberry has the highest. The severed thumb is slower than it deserves to be, and the barbecued chicken beats the hamburger. In other news, I love this test. More »
    07/06/09
    6,887
    17

    By John Herrman

    Comment by Hello Mister Walrus: Is that supposed to be a chicken drumstick or a dog poo? 4 Responses | Other threads

  • transformers

    Optimus Prime Speakers Feature Pretty Half-Assed Transforming

    Come on, this isn't much of a transformation. This powered USB gadget is in the shape of Optimus Prime's severed head, and the ears (or whatever) swing out to reveal the speakers within. More »
    07/01/09
    6,487
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by lostarchitect: ultra magnus was exactly the same transformer as prime, except white. his trailer was different as well. 6 Responses | Other threads

  • cigars

    USB Cigar Puts Your Laptop One Martini Away From Benderhood

    We appreciate a good electronic cigar, but we never imagined that we could roll our own with USB storage. More »
    07/01/09
    7,254
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    By Mark Wilson

    Comment by Darwinist: So wait. Someone hollowed out a cigar and the best thing they could think to put in it was a... 5 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    USB 3.0-Equipped PCs To Start Shipping By End of 2009

    Most of the news about USB 3.0—the finalization of the spec, the first drivers, the first controller—doesn't tell us much about when we'll actually get to see a product hit stores. The answer? According to Nikkei, before 2010. More »
    07/01/09
    16,704
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    By John Herrman

    Comment by Invisible-Echidna: I hope I don't have enough money for a computer upgrade till then. Maybe Macs will have them by the... 4 Responses | Other threads

  • luxury

    $10,000 USB Drive Makes Life More Difficult, Destitute

    Mnemosyne's $10,000, 16GB USB drive is housed inside a puzzle that must be solved to physically get to the memory within. Apparently simple encryption is just too middle-class for anybody rich enough to afford this thing.
    More »
    07/01/09
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by kieff3175: It's the Alspark 9 Responses | Other threads

  • vacuum tubes

    Glowing Vacuum Tube Is Actually a USB Sound Card

    From the vaults of Brando comes this retro glowing vacuum tube that's actually a little USB sound card. More »
    07/01/09
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by snoop_dizzle: I just use spidf optical out on my MBP. Though I have had a problem outputting audio at all at 96000.0... 12 Responses | Other threads

  • 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 »
    06/30/09
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    By Mark Wilson

    Comment by Edog72: Another product that shouldn't have made it's way to the shelf. 5 Responses | Other threads

  • audio

    Apogee ONE Mac Audio Interface Has Built-In Mic, So You Sing Right Into It

    Here's a nice one for Mac-using amateur musicians: Apogee's ONE is a multifunctional handheld device that features a built-in mic, preamp, and dedicated input/output. It works over USB and is designed for Garage Band, Final Cut and the like. More »
    06/26/09
    10,719
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by frigg: That looks like a clever affordable little box, as long as it doesn't suck. Apogee started as a high end converter... 8 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    WWIII With USB

    This cannon-shaped USB hub features three ports that trigger an artillery sound effect when a device is plugged in. There is even a bomber for air support. Unfortunately, I would hesitate to bring these into battle. More »
    06/25/09
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    By Sean Fallon

    Comment by Save me: Pfft. This just came out right? Whats the point of them putting in USB 1.1 then? Wot a waste. 1 Responses | Other threads

  • hard drives

    Seagate FreeAgent Go Pro for Mac: 7200rpm 500GB Drive with FireWire 800 (Happy Now?)

    Seagate's portable 2.5" FreeAgent Go Pro for Mac already has the triple interface—FireWire 400/800 and USB 2.0—but now it comes with 500GB spinning at 7200rpm for the best portable video and audio editing performance. More »
    06/24/09
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    By Wilson Rothman
  • usb

    USB Space Invaders Cooler Is Dedicated To Chilling Your Chocolate

    The Japanese take their crane game prizes seriously. Case in point: Taito's new line of T-Style crane games features a mini shredder, an AC circulator, a mini fridge, mini tv antenna, mp3 speaker and this USB chocolate cooler. More »
    06/22/09
    6,519
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    By Sean Fallon

    Comment by Curves: I dont know any women that would let the chocolate last long enough to chill it. 3 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Rocky's Third Leg USB Drive Pumps the Abs

    Rocky doesn't need anyone to hold his feet for situps. Nor do Apollo Creed or Clubber Lang. Not to be racially insensitive, but are Apollo and Clubber's USB connectors slightly larger? More »
    06/19/09
    11,607
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    By Jason Chen

    Comment by Rabid Penguin: I think I speak for everyone when I say: WTF? 5 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Elephant Flash Drive's Junk Is Bigger Than His Trunk

    If you think that trunk is impressive, wait until you see this Elephant's giant dongle. The 4GB USB flash drive whips out from the beast's underbelly when you're ready for it to mount your computer. [XTremeGeek via GeekyGadgets via CraziestGadgets]
    06/16/09
    6,868
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    By Andi Wang

    Comment by rambo3060: lets curb all these usb drive posts...i think we get the idea that anything can become a usb flash drive. 10 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Kingston Launches "World's First" 128GB USB Flash Drive... For The Price Of A Laptop

    Remember those heady days when USB drives used to cost hundreds of dollars? Well, thanks to Kingston's latest 128GB monster, they can again. More »
    06/16/09
    29,563
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    By Simon Crisp

    Comment by Lukasz Fabis: Damn. 3 orders of magnitude more space at a similar price to what was available just a handful of years... 12 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Solar Charging Hub: Harnessing The Power Of The Sun For Your USB Needs

    This may not be the most attractive USB hub, but it's only $20 and it uses the power of the sun to charge your mobile phone and USB gadgetry. More »
    06/15/09
    8,179
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    By Simon Crisp

    Comment by secretmanofagent: Thank goodness. My key almost ran out of energy. Or is that to start the engine on the... 8 Responses | Other threads

  • linux

    The First USB 3.0 Driver for Linux (Or Any OS) Is Here

    We have no issues with Linux, other than that vendors often overlook the platform when it comes to drivers. Luckily, The Geekess, also known as Sarah Sharp, has coded the first USB 3.0 driver for Linux. Her efforts will not only make USB 3.0 compatible with Linux when the tech hits later this month, but will also earn Linux the title of "First!" OS to support the USB 3.0 standard. Nice! [The Geekess via Ozel Web Tasarim via Engadget]
    06/11/09
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    By Mark Wilson

    Comment by Nintenboy01: Would it be wiser to hold off on buying a new Macbook or other laptop until USB 3.0 is adopted? 1 Responses | Other threads

  • mimobots

    Darth Vader Unmasked Mimobot Flash Drive: If You're Lucky, You'll Get the Not-Whiny Anakin

    Mimoco's getting more clever with their latest Star Wars mimobot flash drives—Darth Vader and Clone Rex have removeable masks, and one out of six Vaders will have the Uncle Fester face underneath, not the NOOOOO one. [Mimoco]
    06/10/09
    18,176
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    By matt buchanan

    Comment by Heliophage: I'm disappointed that opening Darth Maul doesn't reveal the muscle, skeletal structure, and organs hidden beneath his mask. 5 Responses | Other threads

  • peripherals

    ExpressCard 2.0 Spec Is Out and Promises to Be 10x Faster

    The new ExpressCard 2.0 standard launched at Computex, and promised transfer speeds of up to 5 GB/s. The new spec will support adapters for PCIe, eSATA and USB 3.0, among other things. More »
    06/10/09
    3,649
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    By Adrian Covert

    Comment by wjh31: so will plug and play laptop graphics cards start creeping into the market with this? 3 Responses | Other threads

  • beans

    Beanzawave USB-Powered Beans Microwave is What USB Was Created For

    Sometimes, when you're sitting at your desk, all you want are some piping-hot baked beans. Hey, we all know it, why not admit it? That's why Heinz is working on a USB beans microwave. More »
    06/08/09
    36,615
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    By Adam Frucci

    Comment by -AP-: USB puts out a maximum of half a watt. A normal small microwave uses 700 watts. How long... 6 Responses | Other threads

  • peripherals

    Peregrine Overpowers the Power Glove, May Actually Work

    Like the beloved Nintendo Power Glove, Peregrine is essentially a glove-shaped controller, though for the PC this time. It can recognize about 30 gestures (touching a finger to thumb, or finger to palm, for example) and recognize them as hotkeys.
    More »
    06/05/09
    7,910
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: I can't think of any game that this would really be useful for, there's not many games where you use... 10 Responses | Other threads

  • hard drives

    Adapter Turns Any Hard Drive Into An HD Player For Your TV

    There are a lot of cool docks coming out for hard drives these days, and the latest from Brando is no exception. In fact, it takes things a step further by delivering 1080i video directly to your TV. More »
    06/01/09
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    By Sean Fallon
  • usb

    49-Port USB Hub Houses All Your Stupid USB Gimmicks

    Just think of the possibilities. 49 beer-filled USB drives. 49 humping dogs. 49 tiny, disturbing, plastic strippers. And, for you lonely types, 49 robot vaginas. It's like Brando's wet dream come to life. More »
    05/29/09
    18,189
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    By Dan Nosowitz

    Comment by Shamoononon, Vampire Grater - Now SWF: "And, for you lonely types, 49 robot vaginas. " hmmmm... yeah, testing. 8 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Someday, Somehow, I Will Learn How To Plug In This USB Ninja Star Just By Throwing It

    Because unless you can do that, the Solidalliance Ninja 2G Shuriken flash drive is just a tacky, difficult to carry, 2GB poking hazard. It's available now for just over $100, plus shipping from Japan. [Akihabara]
    05/28/09
    9,717
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    By John Herrman

    Comment by OMG! Ponies!: Yarrrgh! This not be fer the piratically inclin'd such as meself an' me hearties. Personally, I be preferrin' me computin' be done... 7 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Kitten Ears USB Sticks Can Be Used In Your Cosplay Fantasies

    Stick these two on your head and put a kitten tail up your butt to become that weird guy who likes to play pussy when he's home alone. Alternatively, use these as 2GB memory sticks. More »
    05/26/09
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    By Jesus Diaz

    Comment by bosskev: Cool, USB cat ears for my MacBook Pro! I'd been wondering what to do with the USB litter box I... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Cereal Spoon USB Drive Was Once Edible

    The USB Cereal Spoon will never get soggy in milk, because it's completely covered with several layers of glue. Yum! More »
    05/24/09
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    By Jack Loftus

    Comment by bill cant fart: Ohh! I get it! He's gonna eat that laptop with a spoon!! The cereal already on the spoon is probably... 5 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    Ravage Transformer USB Drive Will Hold 2GB (Or Roughly 2000 Pictures of Megan Fox)

    Ravage used to transform from a cat into a cassette, but those weird, tapey things are a little old for fans of the bold, new, LeBouf'd version of the franchise. How about a USB drive? More »
    05/19/09
    147,859
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    By John Herrman

    Comment by Curves: I need a new USB drive, having murdered my last one with abuse. The test drive will be running it... 9 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    First SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Controller Is Out

    Next gen USB is one step closer to reality with the introduction of the first USB 3.0 host controller chip for PCs. The new NEC's µPD720200 chip is backwards compatible and supports speeds of 5 Gbps. [Wired]
    05/19/09
    8,704
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    By Sean Fallon

    Comment by baltwade: Realistically how far away are we from buying a computer with USB 3.0? It would be nice if they... 4 Responses | Other threads

  • flash drives

    What's the Best USB Flash Drive?

    Ars tricked Matt Woodward into running a gauntlet of tests on eight USB flash drives—a gadget you typically only evaluate by price/storage—to discover the secret king of flash drives. It's an epic piece. More »
    05/14/09
    39,803
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    By matt buchanan

    Comment by kagekiri: Nooo! If only I'd seen this before going for my 8GB Sandisk Cruzer! Sandisk is second from last on most read/write rate... 13 Responses | Other threads

  • diy

    Cheap DIY Wi-Fi Tethering Dongle for Your DSLR

    For those who can't afford an $800 wireless transmitter for your camera but need one to quickly transmit photos from your DSLR to your computer, here's a DIY wireless tethering solution that costs under $40. More »
    05/13/09
    15,295
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    By Andi Wang

    Comment by Hachiken: "However, Tsai pointed out that this particular hack only works with PCs..." Massive fail. I've worked with commercial photogs for more... 14 Responses | Other threads

  • storage

    Clickfree Traveler External SSD is Credit-Card Sized For Convenience

    Clickfree's new external SSD comes in 16GB ($80), 32GB ($150), and 64GB ($250) capacities. Roughly the size of a credit card, the Traveler is a compact but pricey drive. More »
    05/07/09
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    By Sean Fallon
  • memory

    Mini MPC 2000XL Sampler and SP1200 Drum Machine USB Flash Drives

    I'm tired of uninspired flash drive designs. So it's shaped like a donut huh? Meh. It's filled with beer eh? Not interested. These mini MPC 2000XL and SP1200 flash drives are really where it's at. More »
    05/05/09
    8,335
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    By Sean Fallon

    Comment by roflwaffles is terribly unfunny: for 40$ i would hope they actually work like the real things. Plus, making hip hop music what it is today... 3 Responses | Other threads

  • cameras

    The USB Borescope Is an Essential Tool in Any Self-Surgery Kit

    Borescopes are extremely handy devices. These flexible video tubes are perfect for exploring the tight confines of your PC motherboard or that pesky, always-stuffed left nasal passage*. More »
    05/04/09
    8,902
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    By Mark Wilson

    Comment by Redwraithvienna: hmm ... sounds nice ... (and honestl i would stick it down my throat to have a look at my... 6 Responses | Other threads

  • lasers

    Afterglow Allows You To Draw On Your PowerPoint Presentation With a Laser Pointer

    Afterglow uses a USB camera to track the motion of a laser dot—effectively turning it into a drawing tool or a mouse. Now that is something every boardroom needs. More »
    05/01/09
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    By Sean Fallon

    Comment by tok3ninja; is still in Beta: Awesome concept. Wouldn't it be possible to rig this up using your everyday web cam though? 7 Responses | Other threads

  • usb

    USB Vibrator Brings Bodily Fluids a Bit Too Close to Your Ports

    Look, I'm sure it's super convenient to charge the ol' vibe using your laptop, but is this really necessary? We all know how water damage voids warranties. [The Frisky via The Daily What]
    NSFW
    04/29/09
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    By Adam Frucci
  • usb storage

    Ennova USB Drive Comes Complete With OLED Screen/Fingerprint Scanner

    I'm fairly certain that 99% of the population does not need an OLED screen or fingerprint scanner packed into the Ennova USB thumbdrive, but still, it's nice to stop and ogle at it's super-techie aspects. More »
    04/29/09
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    By Adrian Covert

    Comment by bosskev: Am I the only one getting nervous about the increase in security systems relying on one's fingerprints? I mean, if... 10 Responses | Other threads

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