Hard Drive & Storage - News & Reviews

Canon PowerShot A470

March 24, 2008 – 8:57 am
The Canon PowerShot A470 offers great value and has everything you need to truly capture life’s special moments. Available in four amusing colors i.e. Grey, Blue, Orange and Red. There's the 7.1-megapixel resolution, a 3.4x optical zoom Lens, a large 2.5-inch LCD and a full range of performance features including enhanced Face Detection technology and a DIGIC III Image Processor to keep every image looking its best. Vertical Shooting has never been easier - just press the Print/Share button. It's that simple! Box Contains: •  Canon PowerShot A470 Body, •  AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2), •  Wrist Strap WS-800 •  SD Memory Card SDC-32M, Wrist Strap WS-800, •  Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM, •  USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU, •  AV Cable AVC-DC300 Specifications: Product Type: Digital camera – Compact Resolution: 7.1 megapixels Digital video format: AVI Still Image Format: JPEG Flash Memory: 32 MB Flash - SD Memory Card Supported Flash Memory: MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card Max. Image Size: 3072 x 2304 Max. Video Size: 640x480, 20 fps Battery: 2 ...

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100 (black)

March 20, 2008 – 11:14 am
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100 is the world’s first camera to feature 12.2 megapixel resolution with a 28 mm wide-angle lens. In addition, the DMC-FX100 delivers •  3.6x optical zoom, •  f/2.8 brightness, •  1/1.72-inch CCD and Intelligent Image Stabilization with Mega O.I.S. •  Intelligent ISO Control. It's equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD screen, and a slim, lightweight design makes it extremely portable and stylish. System Requirements: Product Type: Digital camera – Compact Resolution: 12 Megapixels Optical Zoom: 3.6 x LCD Display Size: 2.5 Still Image Format: JPEG Integrated Memory: 27 MB Interface: DC Input, AV Output (NTSC/PAL), USB Recording Media: Built-in Memory, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard Manufacturer: Panasonic Included Software: LUMIX Simple Viewer                                          PhotofunStudio -viewer-                                          ArcSoft (PhotoImpression/PhotoBase/Panorama Maker)                                          USB Driver Features: •  Hand-shake is not a problem with the Lumix DMC-FX100 as MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) automatically compensates for hand-shake. •  28mm Wide-Angle Leica DC Lens with f/2.8 Brightness in a Small, Sleek Body •  Large 1/1.72-inch CCD and World’s First 12.2-Megapixel Resolution •  Intelligent ISO Control ...

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Netgear WNR854T RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router Gigabit Edition

March 11, 2008 – 8:52 am
The NETGEAR WNR854T RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router Gigabit Edition allows you to easily set up a wireless network in your home wherein you can share a single internet connection with everybody in your household at speeds up to 300 Mbps. Wireless standard utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, which delivers unbelievable speed and range. A RangeMax Next wireless network creates and maintains stable connections and enough bandwidth to surf the Internet, download MP3s, and make Internet phone calls, share files, play network games, and stream high-definition videos all at the same time. Other Draft-N products typically use a combination of three external antennas while Netgear has built its three antennas into the case. This eliminates the steps involved in attaching the external antennas as well as the anxiety about how to adjust them. Specifications: Device Type: Wireless Router Form Factor: External Data Transfer Rate: 300 Mbps Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz Antenna: Internal Integrated Software type: Drivers & Utilities Security: WPA, ...

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D-Link DGL-4500 GamerLounge Xtreme N Gaming Router

March 10, 2008 – 11:31 am
The D-Link DGL-4500 Xtreme N Gaming Router is specially built for gamers. Its wireless technology has a data transfer rates of up to 300Mbps and with Gigabit LAN and WAN Ports you can get your games on faster than ever before. D-Link has also added an updated version of award-winning GameFuel technology to get your game going smoother. And to give a serious gaming router, D-Link has thrown in a high-performance CPU and a Network Activity display. System Requirements: Device Type: Wireless router Data Transfer Rate: 300 Mbps Built-in Devices: Status LCD Network / Transport Protocol: PPTP, L2TP, IPSec Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) Form Factor: External Networking Features: VPN passthrough, Firewall protection, NAT support, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) Software Included: Drivers & Utilities OS Required: Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Apple MacOS X 10.4, Microsoft Windows Vista Support: One year Warranty Features: •  GameFuel allows you to customize your network ...

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Apple Time Capsule (500GB)

March 6, 2008 – 11:23 am
These days’ backing up has become so essential that has to be done regularly. But unfortunately we don’t. We comprehend only when we face data loss situations. No need to fret, as work has become easy with Time Capsule that would automatically back up. And even Better, it all happens wirelessly. You can back up a lifetime's worth of memories with the new Time Capsule, a wireless hard drive that works seamlessly with Time Machine in Mac OS X Leopard. It is available in 500 GB and 1 TB models. It uses Hitachi 7200RPM SATA Drive, similar to the Mac Pro. It also retains the USB port to provide network access to printers or more storage. Product Specifications: Device Type: NAS Server Host Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet / 802.11a/b/g/n (draft) Total Storage Capacity: 500 GB Interface Type: Serial ATA – Integrated Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later Transport Protocol: L2TP, ...

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Drobo

March 4, 2008 – 12:43 pm
Drobo, the first “Storage Robot”, is merely a USB drive enclosure with four empty bays that can house any combination of DATA hard drives. Drobo acts like a robot by keeping your data intact and detecting read and write errors before they become critical issues. In other words, it automates all those tasks and decisions that RAID arrays require you to make in order to protect your data. It can salvage and rebuild your data in case of drive failure, and you can add larger drives to it as your storage needs grow by just inserting a new one without any data migration or configuration.  It is an excellent choice for both Mac and PC user. Design: Drobo is made of all black body; it is small, simple and user-friendly. The front the rare panels of the device are made of glossy, black plastic, while the top and sides are matte black. ...

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Cyber-shot® Digital Camera DSC-H7/B

February 18, 2008 – 10:57 am
Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-H7/B captures digital photos to a higher level with its powerful 8.1 MP Resolution, a Carl Zeiss lens and 15x optical zoom. Its advanced spots Mode allows you to shoot dramatic close-ups and sharp fast-action. Super Steady Shot image stabilization and high-sensitivity (ISO 3200) mode decrease blur while shooting even without a flash. With its High Definition (HD) output, photos can look even more stunning when you share them with friends and family on HDTV screens. Product Specifications: Description: CyberShot DSCH7/B Digital Camera - 8.1MP, 15X Optical Zoom, 2.5" LCD Manufacturer: Sony Weight: 13.2 Memory Type: Memory Stick Duo Optical Zoom: 15 x LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in Video Capture Format: MPEG-1 Image format: JPEG Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited Warranty Included Components: o  Cables - Audio/Video  o  Cables - USB  o  Carrying Strap  o  External Battery Charger o  Lens Hood  o  Microphone  o  Remote Control & Speaker Features: •  Its 8.1 mega pixel resolution permits attractive oversize prints as well as selecting, then enlarging only part of ...

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Slacker Portable Player (4GB/25 stations)

February 9, 2008 – 9:30 am
With Slacker portable music player you get a portable version of the company’s free online music streaming service which lets you create customizable stations. The premium version of the Slacker service lets users to skip more songs, replay songs, and avoid the 1-2 ads the company plans to include in each hour of programming. They also have announced an internet-based radio solution that allows users to create their own custom stations and listen to them wherever online or via their portable player. The Slacker players are coming up in three flavors, 2GB/15 stations, 4GB/25 stations, and 8GB/40 stations where users can access the catalogs of all the major labels and several major indices to create their own stations. Design: It's a bulky device with a face-dominating, 4-inch color LCD. The ample screen is great for displaying album art and other information. Slacker includes an optional touch strip along the left edge of the screen. ...

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XiMeta NetDisk Hard Drive Enclosure

February 5, 2008 – 9:10 am
The XiMeta NetDisk Enclosure is a single drive Ethernet/USB2.0 combination enclosure that allows you to use the internal hard drive of your choice. It includes advanced NDAS technology for a central, simple and secure network storage which does not require any server or IP configuration. You need to just install your custom hard drive and software and connect the NDAS unit into a wireless network (LAN) switch. Then install the driver software and you can use it as a local disk drive on each specified computer. You no more have to rely on a server for all your central storage needs. The unit is unseen and secure from external hackers since NDAS Enclosures does not require any TCP/IP settings. It also includes Symantec Backup Software for added security. Product Specification: Device Type: Network Drive Host Connectivity: Hi-Speed USB / Ethernet 10/100 Interfaces: 1 x Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX - RJ-45, 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin ...

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Insignia Pilot with Bluetooth (8GB)

February 4, 2008 – 11:36 am
The Insignia Pilot features a Bluetooth transmitter for links with various devices. It can play WMV and MPEG-4 video at 30fps, and supports a variety of audio formats, spread between Audible, MP3, OGG, WMA and WAV. This MP3 player has a built-in Bluetooth ability which allows you to carry your favorite music, photos and movies wherever you go and enjoy them without the need of wires. 8GB* Internal flash storage holds MP3 files, photos and videos.   Supports MP3, WMA, WMA Lossless, WMA DRM, WMA Pro, OGG, WAV, Audible, MPEG4 (30 fps), WMV (30 fps) and JPEG formats. Product Specifications: Product type: Digital player / radio Dimensions (W x D x H): 3.3 in x 0.4 in x 1.6 in PC interface(s) supported: Hi-Speed USB Weight: 2.1 oz. Flash Memory Installed: 8GB Integrated Removable Memory Type: Secure Digital (SD) Supported Operating system: Apple MacOS 8.6 or later, Microsoft Windows 98 or later Music Service Compatibility: Best Buy Digital Music Store | Rhapsody ...

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