LaCie Network Space 2 – Better than Ever Multimedia Server Comeback

lacie-network-spaceIf love is sweeter the second time around then the new LaCie’s Network Space 2 is a bucket load of sugar. Comparing this LaCie’s latest Network Attached Storage (NAS) and media server from its predecessor, you won’t see much of a difference on the external appearance between the two gadgets. Inside however, is a new matter altogether.

The 1 Terabyte Network Space 2 took all the goodies from the previous model, stepped it up a notch and added more features. Installing and managing this device is as easy as 1,2,3 especially with the help from advanced LaCie Network Assistant with dashboard functionality. Sharing and streaming your multimedia contents is very straightforward using LAN with speeds up to 65MB/s and connections to new UPnP/DLNA compliant devices (e.g. PS3 and Xbox 320). Furthermore, Mac and PC can access contents using iTunes server applications and interface. This media server is also provided with USB connectivity for those who want direct and off the network accessibility of an external HDD. A USB 2.0 port is added on the front, it can be used to automatically transfer files from other devices without the use of a PC.
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Since torrents are a popular media for file sharing, there is the Download Machine for LaCie that supports several torrents downloads even when the computer is powered down. This NAS device has some new earth friendly tricks on its own: the integrated power saving, Eco Management and Wake-on-LAN capability that turns this product into efficient and eco-friendly home device.

Check out LaCie Network Space at Amazon.

The Elago Mobile Nano II USB Card Reader – the World’s Smallest

Card readers have become extremely significant these days, as the number of tech gadgets requiring the use of memory cards has skyrocketed during the past few years. However, despite having a very small form factor, these card readers are not really designed to be very portable. And so to provide a solution to this problem, Elago introduced the world’s smallest card reader – the Elago Mobile Nano II USB Card Reader.

elago_card_readerDesigned to be a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Mobile Card Reader, the Elago Mobile Nano II Reader works by simply attaching this device to your laptop or personal computer via a USB 2.0 port in which data would then be able to be easily transferred between the two gadgets. It provides a high level of memory card compatibility as it accepts the following memory cards without the need for an adapter: MicroSD, MicroSDHC, and M2 cards.

If you are using three computers with different operating systems, you can always make use of this mobile card reader since it is designed to be compatible with Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Mac OS X. It is plug and play into any USB 2.0 or 1.1 port, so no worries about installation. In seconds, you can easily move videos, music, photos, and other files between your phone and computer.

So, why settle with your ordinary card reader if you can take advantage of this ultra portable card reader from Elago? It will only cost you $3.99 when you order it from Amazon.com. So, what are you waiting for? Buy the ELAGO Nano Mobile Micro SD Reader-World Smallest (EL-RD-012,Black) now!

litl – Your Very Own Web OS Laptop

The operating system has been a widely heated debate over computer users with the epic battle of a PC with a Windows operating system and a Mac with an Apple operating system and not to mention the Linux operating system watching on the side. While the two being widely used and the last of somewhat just a small group, there is a new operating system that promises full integration with the internet and aptly call itself Web OS and the one laptop that runs this OS is litl.litlThough the name litl, it can do big things. For one, its performance is seamless with what you want to do. For example, you want to watch all the pictures that you have shared throughout Flick or Shutterfly. All you have to do is switch to photos in the menu and there you have it all for you and everyone to view. Another is surfing the internet which this thing is designed to do. The operating system is optimized to render web pages in a snap and thinks ahead of things to do like if someone send you a link, instead of you clicking on the link, it automatically shows what it is! So if you want to send your grandma that new cookie recipe that you want to have, just send her a link and with her litl, all she has to do is to look at it and follow.

The makers basically want you to just have fun and do the fun side of life – browse the web, watch video clips, view your photos, see social networking sites and so on.

Get the full web experience with litl available at Amazon.

Regen ReVerb Solar-Powered iPod Dock

Fancy something a little different to dock your iPod or iPhone with? iPod docks are dime a dozen, but how many of them are actually green and good for the environment? The Reverb solar-powered iPod dock from Regen is one of them, where it is capable of offering up to a dozen hours of continuous playback on a full charge. If you thought that Regen’s Renu is one impressive solar powered iPod dock, the Regen ReVerb is all the more. ReVerbOnce placed in sunlight, the photovoltaic panel on the ReVerb will begin gathering light and storing power in its Lithium Iron Phosphate battery. When charged, the ReVerb can provide up to 12 hours of high quality audio reproduction of the media files stored on an iPhone, iPod or any media player with a headphone jack and can run for a longer period of time when used in solar/electric hybrid mode.

Designed to provide brilliant acoustic output that sounds flawless, the ReVerb has a friendly user interface that provides feedback on the amount of power remaining in its battery, how much energy has been gathered over time and how satisfied it is with the user’s power generation and consumption habits. It is three feet tall and does 60 watts worth of power.

Specifications of the ReVerb at a glance:

• Operating temperature: 0-60º C
• Non operating temperature: 20-90º C
• Recommended humidity: Will operate at 95% RH
• Apple 30 pin connector
• USB mini B socket: (power and data) allows ReVerb to be charged from the wall or another USB power supply (like a laptop).
• 2 USB A sockets (power only) allows up to 1.5A charging at 5V
• Headphone: 3.5 TRS Connector
• Audio input: 3.5 TRS Connector

The ReVerb will be available April next year for a $2,299.

Visit Them Often with Vizit Digital Photo Frame

From printed pictures displayed in a photo frame to digital images loaded of course to digital photo frame (if adding to the electricity bill won’t much bother you), photo mania is obviously in the new trend. Slideshow kinda amazes you; well much more if digital frame can receive, send, share, or even build a community of your loved ones – all with just the move of your finger.
Vizit digital frameNo other digital frames can do that, which makes Vizit the first ever Isabella product to even more modernize the digital photo age. Being miles away is not an excuse not to witness special occasions since you can send photos of the event and the recipient automatically receives it. Aside from its large graphic icons and carousel designed menu, any age group will surely find this device easy to use including its built-in image tagging, deleting/forwarding photos, and simple set-up. You just plug it in and once you turn it on, it is ready to accept or share pictures. It can receive photos from mobile phone, e-mail, computer and any other online photo management sites. Uploading or replacing images does not require any PC connection, memory cards or camera cables. Additionally, the Vizit Widget would offer easy dragging and dropping of pictures onto this widget application.

Vizit also features large and clear LCD screen with 10.4 in. high-resolution. The dimension of 10.95” wide x 7.28” high x .65” deep is perfect either wall-mounted or placed horizontally on your table. Available colors are Silver Finish with White Accent, Silver Finish with Teak Accent, Charcoal Finish with Black Accent and Charcoal Finish with Rosewood Accent.

Visit Amazon for more touch screen digital photo frames.