Silicon Power today announced its latest card reader, the Handy 33-in-1. Measuring 86mm x 60mm x 16.8mm and weighing 47 grams, this compact device features a USB 2.0 connection interface (read up to 480MB/sec) and has 6 card slots that support the following card types: M2, microSD, microSDHC, CF Type I, CF Type II, CF PRO, CF PRO II, MicroDrive, Magicstor, M.S. PRO-HG Duo, M.S. Duo, MagicGate M.S. Duo, M.S. PRO Duo, MagicGate M.S. PRO Duo, SD, SDHC, miniSD, miniSDHC, MMC, MMC 4.0, MMCplus, MMCmobile, RSMMC, -xD , xD Type M, xD Type H, M.S., MagicGate M.S., M.S. Select, M.S. PRO and MagicGate M.S. PRO. Pricing and availability are still unknown at the moment. [HighTechReview]
Planon has finally launched the DocuPen X Series for the mass market. The scanning pen features a 200MHz internal processor, a 64MB of memory, Bluetooth, a small OLED screen and a Lithium ion battery. In addition, there is also a microSD memory card slot for storage expansion. DocuPen’s teensy X Series scanners start at $369.99 each. [Engadget]
If you’re looking for a new ergonomic gaming mouse, then I suggest you to check out the recently released Smog gaming mouse from Ozone. This right-handed mouse features an adjustable right-side hand support, a high-precision laser sensor called the Avago 9500, 7+2 programmable buttons, five Macro modes for gaming profiles and supports up to 5040 dpi via software. Not to mention, the mouse also comes with creamic footpads and an adjustable weight (includes set with six 5g weights). The Ozone Smog Gaming Mouse is now available for purchase for 49.90 Euro (about $74). [Product Page]
I-O Data today announced three new USB 3.0 peripherals in the form of a 3.5-inch HDD enclosure sold with either a 1TB or 1.5TB HDD, an ExpressCard/34 Card and a 2 port USB 3.0 PCI Express card. All of them support only Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 in 32 or 64bit versions. I-O Data will release these USB 3.0 peripherals later this month in Japan. [Akihabara]
New Visioneer today introduced a portable and multi-functional mobile scanner in the form of the Strobe 500. It is a new mobile duplex scanner that comes equipped with a docking station developed for Windows and Mac. This color scanner features a 20 page automatic document feeder and scans at 15 ppm/ 30 ipm. The front feed slot accepts documents in letter/legal A4 size photos, receipts and plastic ID cards. The Strobe 500 will be available on November 20th, 2009 for $399. [Press Release]
Raptor Gaming team is back with its new gaming mouse called the M3x. This right-handed mouse features a USB connection interface (via a 2-meter long cable with a gold plug), seven programmable buttons (including the scroll wheel) and a laser sensor with a dpi range between 400 and 4800. Not to mention, the mouse also comes with a weight-adjustment mechanism and a soft-touch surface. The M3x will go on sale later this month for a retail price of 70 Euro (about $103). More
Elecom has rolled out their latest card reader that can handle up to 40 different memory cards. What makes this card reader special is that it can be attached to another metallic surface thanks to its magnetic bottom. [Elecom]
If you are searching for a new high quality gaming keyboard, then check out the Logitech G110. This gaming keyboard is actually a successor to the previously released Logitech G11. The new model comes jam packed with a customizable backlighting allowing you to choose between red and blue LEDs. What makes this keyboard more interesting is that it has 12 programmable G-keys and three M-keys, an integrated headset support, and a USB 2.0 port. Sadly, there is no info on pricing so far. [Logitech]
Adesso comes back with its new Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard in the form of the WKB-4000BB SlimTouch. This sleek and compact keyboard features low profile scissor-switch keys for quiet typing experience, an ON/Off switch and a built-in touchpad. The keyboard is compatible with Windows 7, Vista and XP operating systems with Bluetooth connectivity. The Adesso WKB-4000BB is priced at $129.99. [Press Release]
Most of us know that the computer keyboard is dirtier than a toilet seat, so we should keep it clean. Vioguard LLC has recently introduced the world’s first self-sanitizing computer keyboard to kill germs and virusses at the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) 91st annual meeting, October 12-17 in Toronto. The Vioguard keyboard is aimed at medical market uses and consumers in Canada. It uses two 25-watt UV lights to kill 99.99% of viruses and bacteria in about 90 seconds. Ultraviolet light is known to be affective against harmful microorganisms such as H1N1 flu, MRSA and molds. If you want one, you can purchase the Vioguard keyboard for $899. Watch the video of the keyboard after the jump. More
