Misc

Here I am looking at four rather unusual accessories, the first called a BoomBox Bag and the others a range of USB flash drives with unusual designs, same use they just look more interesting.

Please do not be put off by the title, the Dummies Series is very informative, well written and easy to understand. Best of all for anyone new to a subject there is a good glossary to explain any strange words. Here Windows Vista and Web Sites, after reading these you will certainly be less of a dummy.

Taking your ZENV MP3 player on a car ride can be a musical entertaining experience that can be enhanced by some additional equipment.

You know you are in for a variety of visual treats when the Polaroid gang are in town showing off the latest range of products (and that doesn’t include the strong rumour that Kylie was in the immediate vicinity).

How good is your typing? Do you wish you could touch type instead of the one-fingered search and spear technique? Do you suffer from RSI? This article reviews some of the alternatives out there to make your life easier

The computer mouse continues to evolve in various ways. Take, for example, a new mouse from Kensington.

With my strong aversion to heights, I hardly expected to enjoy being in control of a helicopter until I encountered Salvation 1.

A visit to a recent trade show introduced me to an electronic note taking device that was quickly added to my list of products to review.

have recently been introduced to Jawbone. This is not, as you might suspect, a bone in the human body but a device to improve mobile communications.

While better known for their ability to mimic human speak, a parrot of our acquaintance can display your images.

Taking your favourite MP3 tracks with you on a long car journey certainly helps reduce driving tension.

No - not a review! Our November competition was a little special - the chance to drive a Formula One race car, or have the use of an Aston Martin AMV8 for the weekend. Our winner, member 'Terfyn' chose the AMV8 - an experience he could share with his family. I asked whether he'd take a few pictures that we could post here - he went one better and wrote up the whole experience for us.

In this mercenary world we all want a bargain and better still something for nothing here with these three services this just may be possible.

Ever wondered what a brain trainer has to offer you, then this article will help you find the best trainer for you.

Labels provide an easy method of identifying objects and DYMO has a range of devices to help in the production of these items.

When looking for a device that is both different and ecological aware you might like to consider Oscar.

Have you noticed how dust and dirt tends to congregate at the most inconvenient times and places? Perhaps a handheld cleaner is the answer.

If like me you thought Haynes only did manuals for people wanting to work on their cars, think again as here I am looking at two manuals for those wanting to work on PC’s and notebooks.

Oral hygiene is often a neglected task so maybe technology can help improve the situation.

With several excellent web cam products available, United Pepper has taken a brave decision to release their Fairtrade version of this type of device.

Despite its strong UK presence, some Logitech products are only available overseas.

Some peripherals that connect via USB are pure gadgets and others such as my first offering here have a real use, a USB microscope complete with stand and the ability to magnify between 10 and 200 times.

Named after an animal, Dymo’s latest handheld labeller may not be a beast but it is ready for some heavy duty work.

Time for more video action as I take a look at the latest webcam to emerge from Logitech.

Are you fed up – like a friend of mine – of everyone peering at your wrist to get the time? Well wear any one of this range of watches from TokyoFlash Japan and they will probably be none the wiser. Could be an outlet for spare Christmas cash.

While perhaps not in the “make your own” category, a new drive from Memorex can be personalised.

The effects of identifying objects with labels can be ruined by poor penmanship. Why not use the appropriate tool designed to make good looking labels.

As water covers the greater part of this world’s surface, it makes sense to use this element for various purposes such as providing power.

Putting away my paper-based maps, it was time to check out another SatNav device.

Zoom H2 Handy Recorder - A "musthave" for the chattering classes?