Archive for April, 2008

As Posted on www.totallycooltech.com

I don’t know what it is about this device, but I feel I have to get one. It’s a completely programmable PC-Based device that gives exactly what you want. It plays MP3’s, Shows photos from popular photo sites like Flickr, provides access to your rss feeds, gives you the latest weather via its wifi based interface. It’s linux based and very hackable. I expect to see the functionality of this device skyrocket over the next year. I’m holding out for version two with hopes for a battery pack. Log on to: http://www.chumby.com/ and take one for a test drive with their virtual Chumby.   List price: $179.95

Working in a tough place? Need to take your information with you? Have you crushed a normal USB Thumb Drive? Then you need the ATV from OCZ. OCZ is a leading memory manufacturer, and they have created a ruggedized USB Thumb Drive. This drive has a shock resistant rubber exterior and is waterproof. If you need your data but are in an environment that is not data friendly, now you have an option. So if your job takes you out into the elements, keep your data safe.
Main Company Website: http://www.ocztechnology.com/
Direct link to Product: http://www.ocztechnology.com/products/flash_drives/ocz_atv_turbo_usb_2_0_flash_drive
Pricing: 4GB for $76.81 at Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XBO264?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=cnet-ce-20&linkCode=asn