Sony developing USB battery charger
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Consumer electronics company Sony is planning to distribute a USB-connected rechargeable battery power supply unit, called Energy LINK, in the US this summer.
The device functions as a power adapter, portable power supply and battery charger. It will be shipped with a pair of Cycle Energy AA batteries included, which fit into the unit to [...]
NXP announces smallest USB transceiver for mobiles
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NXP Semiconductors’ range of new generation, UTMI+ Low-Pin Interface (ULPI) High-Speed USB transceivers, includes the smallest transceiver on the market.
The transceivers were developed specifically to meet the needs of ultraslim mobile phone handsets and other small mobile devices. The smallest in the range measures a mere 2.2 x 2.25 x 0.6mm, in a 0.4mm [...]
Wizpy handheld provides laptop functionality
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Turbolinux of Japan has started distributing its Wizpy digital media device to customers who ordered them from its website.
The Flash-based, USB device comes pre-loaded with a version of the Linux operating system and can be used to run the open source operating system on most computers.
The palm-sized device allows a user to access [...]
USB is top mobile phone interface
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New research by iSupply Corporation, which monitors the status of the electronics industry value chain, shows that USB is the interface of choice for people to transfer content on and off their mobile phones.
iSupply found that USB was employed in more handsets than all other interface standards combined in 2006.
The company believes that [...]
USB drive puffs up when full
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The innovative Flashbag USB drive shows a user exactly how much free space it has. It is designed with a micro pump and literally expands in proportion to the amount of data it contains. It also keeps its shape when switched off - not so good for carrying around!
When the device is [...]
PRO TECHnology provides USB storage with military encryption
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PRO TECHnology is launching USB stick pro & databar with military encryption at IDEX 2007 - the 8th International Defense Exhibition and Conference currently being held at the new Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre.
The FM-10 PRO stick focuses on data security. Its robust design is dustproof, waterproof and resistant to impacts and shocks. The [...]
Smallest and Fastest USB Modem for HSDPA
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AnyDATA Corporation, the manufacturer of CDMA wireless modems, has released the ADU-610 modem - the world’s smallest and fastest wireless USB modem.
The modem, which provides download speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps, makes wireless broadband accessible for PDAs, notebooks and desktop PCs.
The ADU-610 works worldwide on 3G networks that utilise the latest HSDPA/UMTS [...]
Samsung to demo USB monitor at CeBIT
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Samsung plans to launch the SyncMaster 940UX at CeBIT 2007, the annual trade show for information and telecommunications, which takes place in Hanover in March.
SyncMaster 940UX is a 19” LCD monitor which connects via USB rather than via DVI and VGA connectors.
USB connection means that the monitor is simple to connect and disconnect, [...]
USB Dongle Provides WiMax and 3G Connectivity
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In preparation for the expected expansion of Mobile WiMax services in 2007, Samsung has introduced the Mobile WiMAX USB Dongle SPH-H1200, a device that easily enables PCs to connect to both WiMAX or 3G.
The portable device measures 9.6 x 4.6 x 1.5 cm, around the size of a mobile phone, and is ideal for mobile [...]
JetFlash V90 Combines Beauty and Performance
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Transcend has introduced the JetFlash V90 USB 2.0 Flash Drive, with a capacity of 2GB.
JetFlash V90 features a stylish metal body with genuine mother-of-pearl. It comes with a long and a short chain, enabling it to be worn around the neck, on a key ring, or kept in a wallet.
The tiny device is [...]
USB-rechargeable batteries for phones
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UK firm Moixa Energy, which produces USB-chargeable power cells, is extending its product range to include USB-rechargeable battery packs for phone handsets and other portable devices.
Moixa plans to start distributing its first packs designed to power a phone handset in autumn 2007. These will also feature a built-in USB connector to recharge from a PC.
This [...]
Titan Flash Drive Promises Extreme Durability
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Created by Slava Tyukalov, the Titan Flash Drive is certified waterproof, anti-shock, anti-vibration, and anti-static to protect data integrity in the most extreme conditions. It also protects data from surges of electricity and can withstand 2,000lbs of pressure.
The Titan is constructed from light and durable graphite/aluminum composite metal matrix, a material used by space [...]
Imation Enhances USB Flash Drive Security
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Imation Corp, which specialises in removable data storage media, has upgraded its Pivot Flash Drive and Clip Flash Drive.
The Imation Pivot Flash Drive has been enhanced with 256-Bit AES Encryption for added security, while the capacity of Imation Clip Flash Drive has been increased to 4GB.
The storage and security enhancements make the drives [...]
Mandriva Provides 3D Desktop On USB key
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Mandriva, which provides Linux and Open-Source products, technology and services, has introduced a pre-installed Mandriva Linux 2007 distribution on a 2GB USB key.
The Mandriva Flash USB key allows users to take their own Mandriva system anywhere with them. Simply plug in the key to save and exchange data.
Mandriva Linux 2007 includes support, free [...]
Topcom Asia Launches DECT USB Phone With Skype
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Topcom Asia Ltd has launched the Butler 4012, a DECT USB phone with Skype certification.
The Butler 4012 supports both PSTN and Skype calls. The two different types of call are distinguished by distinctive polyphonic ring tones.
The phone supports handsfree operation and up to five handsets. It features a built-in phone book which can [...]
Teslain Launches USB PC Key
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Software company Teslain Ltd has released the Rohos Logon Key v.2.0, which converts any USB flash drive or memory card into an access key for Microsoft Windows, replacing the Windows Login and significantly enhancing security.
A user simply insert the key to sign on. The password is automatically entered from the key, meaning that a [...]
USB Drive Adapter Makes Data Transfer Easy
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Newer Technology has started to distribute the NewerTech USB 2.0 Universal Drive Adapter.
The USB adapter cable provides a simple and cost-effective way to transfer data between hard drives via USB Plug-N-Play. The cable was recently announced at Macworld Expo and is available for an introductory price of $24.95.
The device allows any hard [...]
Infrastructure-less USB Token Revealed By Gemalto
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Gemalto North America is demonstrating an “infrastructure-less” Network Identity Manager (NIM) security token at the RSA Conference 2007 in San Francisco, the world’s leading information security event.
USB tokens are ideal vehicles for providing two-factor authentication, where two types of identification are required to give a user access to a Web site, but they require [...]
Belkin’s USB Cable Eases Transition to Vista
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If you are upgrading more than one computer to Windows Vista, Belkin’s USB Cable could help to make the transition easier.
The “Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista” helps to upgrade computers, one of which should be currently running Windows XP, to the new operating system.
The cable is designed to copy all the programs [...]
Mousetrapper Advance Launched in the UK
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Mousetrapper Advance, a USB device from Swedish design fim Mousetrapper Nordic, has been launched in the UK.
Mousetrapper Advance is designed to protect against and relieve repetitive strain injury (RSI). The device replaces a traditional mouse and minimises the excessive wrist, upper arm and shoulder movement which causes strain when using a computer.
The Mousetrapper [...]