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• Adesso Flexible Full Sized USB keyboard with PS/2 Adapter

• Full Sized USB keyboard with PS/2 Adapter

• Flexible, water resistant, dust and contaminant proof

• Good for industrial environments, hospitals, libraries, marine

• Waterproof: Silicone material, sealed, washable (can disinfect)

• Portable: Light, thin, can fold or roll up

• 109 Keys, Numeric and cursor pads, LED lights for Num-Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock

• Raised keys, need push to depress

• 17.5" x 5" x 0.5", 0.6 lbs

• Temperature Range: 32°F to 175°F

• Full Sized Model AKB-230W - $34.99

• Compact $34.99 (105 keys, numeric pad, LEDs), Mini $34.99 (85 keys, LEDs)

• www.adesso.com/products_detail.asp?productid=311

• Water-resistant mouse, can survive spills, hand-wash under faucet
• Optical technology, 1200dpi
• Works on many household surfaces including upholstery and wood
• Scroll Pad to scroll vertically and horizontally with one easy touch
• Model F5L007-SCROLL - 8/07, 4/08 - $29.99
• PR 6/07 - www.belkin.com/pressroom/releases/uploads/06_27_07WashableMouse.html
• http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=375887

• Zip up to carry a mouse and other small items
• Open to use as portable mouse pad, won’t slip on common household surfaces
• Soft and flexible, Hand-washable
• Move from bed to couch to dining room table
• Available in chocolate/tourmaline, steel/burnt orange, dove/tarragon, dove/peony
• Model F5L008 - 6/07, 4/08 - $19.99, $12.99 retail
• PR 6/07 - http://www.belkin.com/pressroom/releases/uploads/06_27_07MouseTrap.html
• http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=389929  

• Adds 4 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports
• Two-way adjustable swivel connector, to side for storage
• Rotates sideways 180 degrees, still can access adjacent ports
• Angles up and down 180 degrees, position for easy access from above
• Includes power adapter if needed for power-hungry devices
• Model F5U415 - 7/07, 4/08 - $29.95, $19.99 retail
• PR 7/07 - www.belkin.com/pressroom/releases/uploads/07_10_07HomeUserHubs.html
• http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=377085

• Power adaptor with folding prongs, two USB connectors
• Charge iPod and mini-USB device at the same time
• Includes 6ft. USB-to-mini-USB cable, USB-to-dock connector cable for iPod
• Compatible with iPods, video, nano, mini
• Works with many popular cell phones and other mini-USB charging devices
• Model F8Z145 - 07, 4/08 - $29.99
• PR 9/07 - www.belkin.com/pressroom/releases/uploads/09_06_07ExistingiPodAccCompatibility.html
• http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=373604

• Three AC outlets, plus two powered USB outlets (not HSB hub for data transfer)
• 360-degree rotating plug, 4 locking positions
• Surge protection through all outlets
• Offers compact, lightweight, efficient design
• Mini-USB cable to charge virtually any USB device
• Comes with Lifetime Product and $75,000
• EMI/RFI Noise Filtration 150kHz ~ 100MHz up to 40 dB reduction 
• Joule Rating 918J 
• Maximum Spike Current 36,000A, Response Time <1 nanosecond 
• Powered USB Output 5V/500mA each port 
• Model BZ103050-TVL - 3/08 - $24.99, $19.99 retail
• http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=400738

• Flexible, height-adjustable laptop stand (also for tablet PCs)
      Raise screen to more comfortable viewing height
      Add a keyboard and mouse to recreate desktop computer
      Share screen for presentations and meetings
      Also allows air to circulate and cool computer
• Supports weights up to 12 pounds
• Collapses and folds up to 8 x 2 x 1 inches, carrying case included
• Press hinge button to swing open
• Adjust height by opening angle between front and back
      6 increments, position computer base from 11 to 60 degrees
• Front legs spread apart with flip-down rubber feet 
      (holds laptops of any width)
• Front legs extend, length from 6 to 9.125 inches
      width between legs from 5 to 8.66 inches
• Composed of 70% recyclable materials
• Colors: Charcoal black, Mac White, Eco Green  
• www.lcdarms.com/products/Laptop_Arms/Cricket.html
• 5/08 - $39.95

• Airborne laser mouse, use gestures for cursor controls - wave and click
• Listen to music, browse photos, or surf the Web—from desk or across room
• On desk: Laser mouse for precise tracking and instant response
• In air: Freespace motion sensing
      Use hand motions for natural, responsive cursor control
      Adjust volume by waving to right or left; flip wrist to skip tracks
      Technology from Hillcrest Labs (www.hillcrestlabs.com)
• Scroll panel: Fast scrolling by stroking finger, on the desk or in the air
• Flush controls: "stealth" orange backlight, brighten when moved
• Charging stand: 2.5 hours fully charge Li-ion battery, operates 5 days on charge
• 2.4 GHz wireless: Range up to 30 feet (10 meters), Micro-receiver USB dongle
• SetPoint software: configure mouse and control your applications
• MenuCast on-screen menus available for Windows XP and Vista
      Works with popular media players, DVD players, photo viewers, Web browsers
• 12/07, 4/08 - $149
• www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/3443&cl=us,en
• PR 7/07 - www.logitech.com/index.cfm/172/3544&&cl=us,en

• Compact cable “wrap” sleeve for home theater, office, studio 
• Can cut to custom length with household scissors
• Monster Zipper tool to insert and zip cables into sleeve
• Zip up cables in 3 steps:
  - Snap open Monster Zipper tool and insert cables
        Close Zipper around cables
  - Slide the Cable•It sleeve onto the Zipper’s pointed tip
        Grip sleeve around the cables
  - Holding handgrip, pull Zipper along sleeve to insert cables
• Cable-It Large - holds 8-12 cables: MSRP 8 ft $29.95; 16 ft $39.95; and 50 ft $79.95 
• Cable-It Medium - holds 5-8 cables: MSRP 8 ft $19.95; 16 ft $24.95; 50 ft $69.95 
• Cable-It Small - holds 3-5 cables: MSRP 8 ft $16.95; 16 ft $19.95; 50 ft $59.95
• PR 11/07 - www.monstercable.com/press/viewpress.asp?Article=137
• www.monstercable.com/cableit

• Road Warrior design: Small, light and compact
• Super-flat, travel cord management system
• Dual-side design, wide spaced outlets fit bulky AC chargers 
• Plugs into itself and tucks neatly away
• Lighted FlatProfile Plug, FlatWrap super-flexible power cord 
• Blue LED indicator in plug shows outlets receiving power 
• Built in, resettable circuit breaker
• 1/07 - 3-outlet $14.95, 4-outlet $19.99, 6-outlet $29.99
• PR 11/07 - www.monstercable.com/press/viewpress.asp?Article=57
• www.monstercable.com/power/travel_power/outlets_to_go.asp

• Clear, thin adhesive film: Tough, durable gadget scratch protection
• Screen protectors and full-body wraps
• Custom designs to wrap around entire device: screen, front, back, edges, corners, sides
• Film is clear urethane plastic -- self-healing and abrasion resistance
      Material originally used to protect leading edges of helicopter blades in U.S. military
• To install (after cleaning surface)
      Spray fingers and film with Application Solution: Water-based to avoid bubbles
      Roll on to surface; If needed, peel off, moisten, and re-apply for better alignment
      Use included squeegee (or credit card) to smooth out bubbles, remove excess moisture
      Wipe with lint-free cloth
• Completely removable: peal off, can use hair dryer to heat
• Available custom designed for over 2,000 specific devices
      iPods, MP3 players, cell phones, smartphones, PDAs,
      Game systems, GPS devices, digital cameras, laptops, watches
• Lifetime replacement warranty and 30 day money-back guarantee
• 3/08 - Phone / MP3 player front covers typically $9.95 to $14.95 (iPhone)
      Full Body Coverage $19.95 to $24.95
      MacBook Air - Full Body $54.95, Standard Coverage $39.95, Wrist Rest Coverage $24.95 
• www.invisibleshield.com

• 1 GB memory, stores up to 250 MP3 songs
• Preloaded with sample of iCarly’s new single, “Leave it All to Me”
• MP3 and WMA formats: Drag and drop files, or use Windows Media Player to sync
• USB rechargeable battery, 7 hours playback
• Belt clip on rear
• 1.5 x 1.7 x 0.6 in., 0.7 oz.
• $29.99
• Toys"R"Us - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3179656

• Zippered case protects digital audio player inside
• Soft padded interior, zippered design, shoulder strap
• Clear view window to watch videos
• Two built-in 1.5 watt speakers, Dual headphone jacks, listen with friend
• Line-in jack connects with most MP3 players
• 4 AAA batteries, 4.0 x 5.9 x 1.8 in., 8 oz.
• $29.99
• Toys"R"Us - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3144393

• Yellow sponge material, Top well cradles digital audio player
• Eyeballs are removable speakers, 2 x 4 watts
•             Switch to ROCK to wobble, rock and roll with music
• Line in connect to MP3 player, Left/Right Speaker output, Headphone jack
• AC power, 6.5 x 11 x 4 in. 2.2 lbs.
• $39.99
• Toys"R"Us (12/08) - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3144396

• Flip stand, cover with hallmark SpongeBob eye, clip to hang
• 1.44" color display, 2 MB memory, store up to 59 photos
• Automatic slide show, Clock
• JPEG, BMP, GIF formats, 128 x 128
• Requires built-in ImageViewer transfer software (Windows)
• USB rechargeable lithium battery, 6 hours playback
• 2.75 x 2 x 0.7 in., 1.0 oz.
• $24.99
• Toys"R"Us - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3144400

• 1 GB internal flash memory (500 songs at 64 kbps = 32 hours playback)
• SD / MMC card slot, window on side to view inserted card
• Plays MP3, WMA (WM DRM9) -- Drag and drop or Windows Media Player
• Mini USB connector, Rechargable battery
• Music Mixer feature - Shake player to beat to play instument overlays (Boing, Foghorn, Marimba, Ukulele)
• Equalizer, Voice recorder
• 3.6 x 0.7 x 1.7 in.
• SpongeBob SquarePants in silver graphite and white pearl,
      The Naked Brothers Band in blue pearl and pink pearl
• $49.99
• http://npower.memorexelectronics.com/html/product_detail.php?PID=20

• Canteen-style design with carrying case, 
      shoulder strap and twist-cap control knob

• Rugged with 60-second anti-skip protection

• Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go! models

• $24.99

• http://npower.memorexelectronics.com/html/product_detail.php?PID=15

• Yellow SpongeBob eyeball design, built-in USB connector on bottom
• 8 MB memory, 24 fine / 84 normal 640 x 480 photos, 93 fine / 179 normal 320 x 240
• 3.2 x 0.8 x 2.2 in.
• $21.99
• http://npower.memorexelectronics.com/html/product_detail.php?PID=9

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