Creative’s Sound Blaster Easy Record Kit is a useful tool for those who want to convert all of their collection of vinyl records and cassette tapes into digital formats such as WMA or MP3. It doesn’t require driver software. You just need to plug one side of the device to a USB port, while the other side to the working vinyl or cassette player via the stereo RCA inputs or the 3.5mm line-in connector. The Sound Blaster Easy Record Kit also has a headphone jack for audio monitoring during recording. Each purchase comes bundled with the Smart Recorder software that has Audio Clean-Up and Track Segmentation features. The software can effectively clean up the hisses, pops and noises during Audio Clean-Up process. Meanwhile, the Track Segmentation feature is able to detect silence and split them into different tracks as necessarily. The Creative Sound Blaster Easy Record Kit will be launched in mid-October 2009 for $34.77 each. [MyDigitalLife]
Finding yourself a compact memory card reader? Well, here we have the MobileLiteG2 from Kingston. Measuring only 62.15mm x 29.40mm x 16.40mm and weighing just under 19 grams, this thumb-sized device features retractable covers for each side, a USB 2.0/1.1 interface and supports for various types of memory cards including SD, SDHC, microSD, microSDHC, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and Memory Stick Micro. The device is also compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, Linux v.2.6.x or newer as well as Mac OS X 10.3.x or later. The Kingston MobileLiteG2 sells for $11 or bundled with a 4GB or 8GB Class 4 SDHC card for $28.50 and $46, respectively. [TCMagazine]
Belkin will release the Easy Transfer Cable for Windows 7 on October 23rd, 2009 in North America. The cable will provide a fast and easy way to transfer files, music, photos, user accounts, and more from a PC running an older version of Windows to a new Windows 7-powered computer. It is designed specifically for the Windows Easy Transfer utility from Microsoft, offering uninterrupted transfer and a post-migration report that provides comprehensive detail of what was transferred. If you want one, you can also pre-order this cable right now via Amazon. The Belkin Easy Transfer Cable for Windows 7 is priced at $39.99 each. [Belkin]
Brando has recently released the Wireless Encryption Mouse that can secure sensitive data on your laptop. The mouse features the “Folder Encryption” function, where folders can be encrypted on your PC, and can only be accessed when the mouse and wireless receiver is plugged into your PC. Available in green, red, yellow and silver, the Wireless Encryption Mouse works on 2.4GHz wireless frequency and features a 1600dpi resolution. The mouse measures 102mm x 65mm x 35mm. You can purchase the Wireless Encryption Mouse for $22 each. [Brando]
If you are a fan of gadgets, then you might fall in love with the USB bamboo keyboard and mouse from Brando. Both devices are compatible with Windows and Linux platforms. The keyboard retails for $39, while the mouse is priced at $19. You can also purchase both of them for $52. [Brando]
Kanex has recently released a fully digital Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter that supports 1080p video and digital audio for Apple Macbook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Mini, iMac. The device will turn a DisplayPort video signal into a 1080p signal over HDMI. What makes the Kanex Mini DisplayPort adapter more special is that it is USB-powered device, so no external power source is needed. Each Kanex Mini DisplayPort adapter is priced at $69.99. [Product Page]
Some scientists at Microsoft Research have successfully combined the standard capabilities of a computer mouse with multi-touch sensing technology. Dubbed as the Mouse 2.0, these multi-touch computer mice consist of several multi-touch mouse implementations including the Arty Mouse, Cap Mouse, FTIR Mouse, Orb Mouse and Side Mouse. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. More
Datamancer comes back with a unique gadget in the form of the Datamancer Alchemist keyboard. This keyboard is similar to the Archbishop model, but features side lit stained-glass-styled inserts and keys featuring Alchemical symbols. The Datamancer Alchemist keyboard was originally designed for a pharmacist and is themed around Apothecarial and Alchemical icons including the Bowl of Hygeia, the Caduceus, and the Eye of Ra (from which the modern “Rx” symbol used by pharmacists is derived). In addition, the keyboard also features a “braided brass” cord. More
The Keyboard Keys USB Card Reader is compatible with USB 2.0 and supports SDHC, SD, micro SDHC, microSD, Sony M2, Memory Stick, and MS duo cards. Measuring 75.5mm x 14mm, the device comes in a shaped like an Enter and Ctrl key. This unique card reader is also compatible with Windows and Mac OS. Available in white and blue, the Keyboard Keys USB Card Reader retails for $12 each. [USB Geek]
Kensington today released two new USB docking stations that you can use to add several USB ports and other I/O jacks to your computer. What makes this input device interesting is that it has DisplayLink technology that allows you to connect an external display via a USB port. There are two docks, one that adds Ethernet to the above for $149.99 and one without for $129.99. Both models have 5 USB ports, DVI and VGA inputs, and audio I/O ports. [Product Page]
