Logitech Cordless Desktop MX3200 Laser
Take advantage of all your PC’s great media and communication capabilities in first-class comfort and style. Working with Windows Vista, the Cordless Desktop MX 3200 Laser makes it easy to access advanced features such as Dynamic Search and DocFlip. Enjoy ultra-precise navigation with the high-resolution laser mouse, and easy Internet call management with convenient one-touch controls.
Electronics:
Connectivity - Wireless, Keyboard Key Count - N/A, Mouse Button Count - N/A, Keyboard Hot Key Count - N/A
Company: Logitech
(2006-09-22)
List Price: $114.81
Amazon Price: $62.95
Used Price: $28.79
HP W2007 20″ Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor
With a resolution of 1680×1050 and wide workspace, you can watch videos, edit photos, surf the net orplay games with the HP W2007. Its wide aspect ratio and fast response time bring work and play brilliantly alive when you plug it into your PC. Video input connector - Digital (DVI-D) and Analog (15-pin D-sub VGA) Speakers and microphone - Integrated Rear Facing Display viewing angle - 160 degrees horizontal and up to 160 degrees vertical viewing angles Display moving angle - Vertical tilt range -5 degrees to 25 degrees Display resolution - Up to 1680×1050 at 60Hz recommended Scan rates - 55-75Hz vertical, 30-83kHz horizontal Plug and play Kensington Lock Ready Security User controls - Switch Video Input, Brightness, Contrast, Image Control, Color, Quick View, Language, Management, Information, Factory Reset, Exit Power supply type - Internal AC Adapter Power consumption - 49 watts maximum on operating mode, 2 watts max in power saving mode
Electronics:
20 in Widescreen Thin Film Transistor LCD Active Matrix TV, 1000:1 Contrast Ratio and Resolution at 1680 x 1050, High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection, Standard 15 Pin D Sub Analog and Advanced DVI D Digital Interfaces, 16.72 Lbs (WxLxH) 19.29″ x 15.63″ x 6.88″
Company: Hewlett Packard
List Price: $327.00
Amazon Price: $258.97
Used Price: $233.08
Logitech V20 Notebook Speakers
The Logitech V20 Notebook Speakers offer a convenient, high-quality speaker system for laptops with rich, full sound and deep bass all in a lightweight, portable design. The USB port provides power and digital quality audio and no other cables are necessary. Convenient multimedia controls provide easy access to track forward/back, play, stop, mute, and volume buttons that work with many software applications. System THD - less than 0.05% THD Signal-to-noise ratio - less than 70dB Frequency response - 70Hz - 20 kHz Driver size - 2 inch high-excursion driver with 3 inch pressure driver System Requirements - Available USB port, Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP or higher, Mac OS X or higher
Electronics:
CD-ROMBox Content - V20 notebook speakers, Integrated USB cable, Protective travel case, Quick start guide, High dynamic headroom circuitry offers greater volume with less distortion and combined with the 2 inch Max-X high-excursion drivers and 3 inch pressure drivers, maximize bass response, Lightweight, portable design that folds away easily in the protective travel case, Plug & Play Connection - USB provides power and digital quality audio, no other cables are necessary, Total RMS Power - 2 Watts into 4 ohms at 1 kHz at 10% total harmonic distortion (THD)
Company: Logitech
List Price: $59.99
Amazon Price: $29.99
Used Price: $14.99
User Friendliness Do Computers Have to be Clinical and Boring
While sleeping through a lecture recently I roused for just long enough to catch the lecturer saying that “Error messages should not try to be funny or amusing, they should be clear and concise”. This got me thinking about the ever-elusive goal of user friendliness. The concept has changed much over the years with packages such as DOS going from being one of the easiest packages on the market, to now being complicated, convoluted, and ignored. I have begun to wonder why I am being taught that computers have to be boring to be user friendly.
The predictable nature of computers is quite dull. I study computers and work with them, so I’m used to experiencing a certain number of faults every now and then. I find these dull and depending on how close my current deadline is, downright infuriating. On the Internet side of things there is little quite as irritating as running into a 404 page when you’re trying to find something. However, the other day I ran into a site that displayed random 404 Haikus and instead of being upset at the fact that my time was being wasted, I ended up typing in bizarre addresses just so that I could read all of the little poems. You can find a few lists of 404 Haikus from a simple search in Google. Humorous website Homestarrunner.com has an entertaining page when you get the address wrong that screams “Four-oh-foured!” and displays a very entertaining message. They have another 404 page on their site that is a hilarious cartoon you can watch.
In terms of applications, games occasionally have amusing error messages such as the one in ‘Escape From Monkey Island’ with the title “Congratulations, you have found a bug!” and concludes with “…get back to work”. There’s naturally a bit more leniency and tendency towards entertaining secrets in games. Easter Eggs used to be a lot more common in software applications. These are hidden sections of code that the average user will never activate but which provide an amusing result when they do. For a large list go to http://www.eeggs.com and search for a specific type of software program that you use. There may be a few minutes of hidden entertainment to be found.
Some of the greatest Easter Eggs came from Microsoft’s software stable. Word 97 used to have a great little pinball game built in if you followed the correct steps, while Excel 97 had a fun little ‘flight simulator’ built in. Unfortunately employees are apparently no longer allowed to include these after some offensive messages were once included in a program.
Companies now require a very professional image and software costs quite a lot to develop, so we’re likely to see all the amusing quirks removed from software that’s released making it nothing but functional. I think that this is unfortunate. I agree that error messages need to be functional and let the user know what’s gone wrong but there’s no harm in taking the edge off the fact that they’ve possibly just lost a few hour’s work by adding a little humor into the picture. As long as common sense is adhered to I don’t really see why my grey pop up boxes all need to say exactly the same thing and be filled with data that’s largely useless to me. Thank you, I realize that the program has encountered an error. I assumed this when it stopped working. Why not give me a reason to actually read error messages instead of having to dismiss them as soon as they appear?
I think the idea of user friendliness has become too clinical and precise. We have rules and structures defining what is or isn’t helpful. We put fancy, bubbly skins on the dull and mundane and think that we’re making it all more interesting. Just occasionally I’d like my computer to pop up and say “Human Error. Please replace user and try again.”
Daniel Punch
M6.Net Web Helpers
Daniel Punch is a writer working at M6.Net: ‘The web-hosting company for humans.’ M6.Net is working hard to help humanity experience the power and freedom to develop their own part of the Internet, to share their information and connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime.
Logitech QuickCam for Notebooks
No question about it, your notebook computer is big part of your daily life. Email, the Web, and IM keep you connected with friends and family - but what if you could see and hear them, too? Video IM is the way to go, and the QuickCam for Notebooks adds that dimension to your Internet experience. It works with all popular IM and video calling services, and provides super clear VGA video and integrated audio.
Electronics:
Built-in microphone for headset-free conversations, VGA resolution with rich, vibrant colors, RightSound Technology eliminates echo and reduces background noise, Snapshot button makes taking digital stills easy, Activity light lets you know when you’re “live”
Company: Logitech
List Price: $36.99
Amazon Price: $21.99
Used Price: $16.99
Logitech V220 Cordless Optical Mouse for Notebooks
Built for comfort, the Logitech V220 Cordless Optical Mouse for Notebooks features an ergonomic design with soft rubber grips. A convenient mini-receiver snaps into the mouse for easy transport.PRODUCT FEATURES:Ergonomic design with soft rubber grips: Increases your comfort with non-slip rubber side panels that also add control. A ridged wheel provides a better grip for scrolling;Enjoy up to 6 months of battery life (and longer with automatic on/off). Battery power indicator eliminates surprises;The mini-receiver snaps into the mouse, turning it off;The 1000 dpi optical sensor makes the Logitech V220 Cordless Optical Mouse two and a half times more responsive than standard optical mice;Side-to-Side Scrolling plus Zoom: Perfect for viewing digital photos and spreadsheets. Instantly zoom in and out; scroll horizontally or vertically.
Electronics:
Logitech Inc, V220 Cordless Notebook Mouse
Company: Logitech
List Price: $29.99
Amazon Price: $18.72
Used Price: $15.65
Reusable Scratch Resistant Screen Guard Protector LCD Shield for Sony PSP manufactured by Insten, available from Eforcity
Compatibility: Sony PSP / PSP Slim
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Always have a fresh protector on your PSP’s LCD screen to protect against dust and scratches and to eliminate glare., Designed for perfect fit with the LCD screen, Offers tough, durable, transparent surface while keeping the LCD screen clean and unscratched, Attaches smoothly with self-adhering surface; leaves no residue when removed, Includes Lint-free Cleaning Cloth and Squeegee Card.
Company: Insten
List Price: $11.99
Amazon Price: $0.01
Acer AL2016WBBD 20″ Wide LCD Monitor
A best buy for those who require value and performance, the Value Line monitors offer a powerful display solution - with an affordable price tag. Especially designed for word processing and graphics rendering, the Acer Value Line monitors conform to the highest safety standards, for the most comfortable and productive viewing.
Electronics:
Anti-reflective coating, Fully automatic auto-tune feature, TCO’99 certified, Friendly OSD user interface, Pixel Pitch - 0.25 mm
Company: Acer
List Price: $239.99
Amazon Price: $199.99
Used Price: $241.20
HP W2408H 24″ Widescreen LCD Monitor
The HP W2408H Monitor rotates to allow landscape and portrait views, height adjustment, swivel, and tilt function. Dual inputs support true digital (HDMI) and traditional analog (VGA) signals. Connect your DVD player or gaming console with a single HDMI cable directly to your monitor. BrightView Technology provides brilliant picture quality. 160 degrees horizontal and vertical viewing angle Display resolution - 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz Horizontal scan rates - 48 to 85 Hz vertical, 24 to 94 KHz horizontal Faceplate treatment - HP BrightView Technology User controls - Switch Video Input, Brightness, Contrast, Image Control, Color, Quick View, Language, Management, Information, Factory Reset, and Exit Dimensions - Width 586 x Depth 289 x Height 500 mm with stand Weight - 9.8 kg
Personal Computers:
Panel type: 24 in Diagonal Widescreen Thin Film Transistor LCD Active Matrix, Rotates / Height Adjustment / Swivel and Tilt Function, 1920×1200 Resolution and 1000:1 Contrast Ratio, 5 ms response time
Company: Hewlett Packard
List Price: $569.00
Amazon Price: $459.99
Samsung SyncMaster 920NW 19″ LCD Monitor
300 Brightness / 700:1 Contrast Ratio / 160 Degrees Viewing Angle / 5ms Response Time / 1440×900 Resolution / MagicTune - MagicBright2 - Narrow Bezel Frequency Horizontal Frequency - 30 - 81 kHz Vertical Frequency - 56 - 75HZ Input Video - Signal Analog RGB Sync Type - Separate H/V,Composite, SOG 15-pin D-sub Input Connectors Wall-Mount VESA 75mm Dimension - 439×289x65.5mm / 439×360.7×200mm with stand Weight - 4.7 kg
Electronics:
19-inch LCD monitor ideal for gaming, multimedia and video applications, 5ms response time perfect for immersive 3D gaming and action-packed movies, 1440 x 900-pixel resolution, 300 cd/m2 brightness rating, and 700:1 contrast ratio, Inputs: 1 VGA, Tilting base; VESA compatibility for wall mounting
Company: Samsung
List Price: $289.44
Amazon Price: $199.99
External Standalone LCD TV Tuner
This SuperaColor LCD TV Box is a video hub which accepts all kinds of video inputs from PC, TV (cable or antenna), DVD/VCR/game console or any component with S-video or RCA output. The LCD TV box then sends the video signal to your monitor. Any monitor with a VGA input. You choose which signal will show on your monitor with your fingertip by using the remote.
Detailed Feature List
*Provide high quality picture with sharp, smooth, and stable image output to VGA/SVGA/XGA/SXGA monitors
*Support following resolution modes: 640*480, 800*600, 1024*768, 1280*1024
*Compatible for multiple signal inputs: TV, Video (RCA), S-Video, PC
*Automatic source mode detection (NTSC/PAL for video, S-Video)
*TV Channel auto scanning and memorizing
*Brightness/Contrast/Saturation/Color/Sharpness/Gamma adjustment
*Provide user-friendly OSD (on screen display) for function control using remote
*No software or driver required. No PC compatibility problem.
*Very compact design and easy installation — no need to open PC case.
*Full function remote control
Specifications
*Video input
- TV Input: Coaxial (RF)
- Composite Video Input (RCA)
- S-Video Input
- VGA Input: 8 pin MINIDIN
*Audio input
- Composite Audio Input
*Video output
- VGA Output: 15 pin DB (Female)
- From PC Sound card Line-In
*Audio output
- Audio Output to Sound Enclosure or Sound card Line in or speakers
System Requirements
*No specific PC system required. Actually NO PC is required at all.
*VESA compatible VGA monitor, such as LCD, TFT monitor, plasma display or projector which has a VGA input connector.
*Video output device (e.g. Cable TV, Antenna, VCR, V8, LD player, TV game machine, etc.)
Package Contents
*Geniatech LCD TV BOX
*User Manual
*Audio Cable
*Power adapter (Switching, DC 7.5V 1A, 110-240V AC)
*8PIN MINI DIN -DB15F VGA cable
*IR handset and batteries
Warranty:
*One year standard manufacturer warranty.
:
Turn your LCD PC Monitor into a TV, Play Wii / PS2/3 / Xbox games on your PC LCD monitor, Plug and Play, no software/driver needed., Except using PC, you never need to turn on the PC for all the rest functions. Or you don’t even need a PC!, Your PC still functions as usual; nothing impacted.
Company: Geniatech
List Price: $79.95
Amazon Price: $41.95
HP W2207H 22″ Widescreen LCD Monitor
The HP Pavilion w2207h is a 22″ wide-screen flat panel monitor with liquid crystal display LCD and thin-film transistor TFT screen. Coupling a wide screen and 720p 1080i high-def imaging, this monitor offers exceptional viewing if you (plan to) use your PC or Macintosh for viewing video. Consider adding an optional TV tuner adapter to your PC and this monitor doubles as a TV monitor. Rated with a 5-millisecond response time, the display offers dynamite performance for fast-action videogame play. The HP Pavilion w2207h comes with a table stand but it is also VESA 100 compatible for use with an optional wall mount. Do more with the w2207h! BriteView Technology enhances clarity and provides brilliant colors 1680 x 1050 factory-set resolution at 60 Hz Video inputs supported - VGA analog signal and HDMI digital signal Supports HDCP High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection to prevent transmission of non-encrypted high definition content Plug and Play capability, if supported by your computer system On-screen display (OSD) adjustments for ease of setup and screen optimization Display size - 22 (55.9 cm) diagonal and viewable image Input terminal VGA 15-pin D-type connector Scanning frequency - Horizontal scan range 24-82 KHz, Vertical scan range 48-76 Hz Contrast ratio - up to 2000 - 1 Dynamic-Contrast ratio - up to 3000 - 1 Response time - 5 ms (on-off) Pixel pitch - 0.252 mm EMI standard FCC Class B Mounting Standard - VESA 4-hole 100×100mm Unit Dimensions - Height 18.9 x Width 20.5 x Depth 11.3 (48.1×52.3×28.9cm) Weight - 19.8 pounds (9 kg) Box includes Monitor, Power cable, VGA cable, Audio cable, DVI cable, Documentation CD, 1-Year HP Warranty card
Personal Computers:
Panel type: 22 in Widescreen Flat Panel Monitor w/BrightView Panel, Full Ergonomics / Height Adjustment, Swivel and Tilt, 1680 x 1050 Resolution and 1000:1 Contrast Ratio, 5 ms response time, 24.2 Lbs (WxLxH) 11.38″ x 20.61″ x 10.43″
Company: Hewlett Packard
List Price: $408.00
Amazon Price: $329.99
Acer AL1716FB 17″ LCD Monitor
The Acer AL1716FB 17″ TFT LCD Monitor is a slim compact monitor that is versatile in many applications. The active TFT projection technology sharpens images at a crisp 1280 x 1024 resolution. The LCD is extremely dependable and can be used in the office, at home, or in retail stores. This monitor utilizes the very latest technology to deliver vibrant, detailed images from a sleek and stylish unit.
Electronics:
Includes monitor with stand and documentation, 5ms Response Time, 0.264 Dot Pitch, 160 Degrees Viewing Angle, Weight - 10.5 pounds
Company: Acer
List Price: $199.99
Amazon Price: $159.95
STARTECH.COM DVIMM6 6′ Digital LCD Monitor Cable Replacement DVI-D Male to DVI-D Male 4.95 GBPS
Maximize the quality of your high-end digital video card and flat-panel digital LCD monitor with the DVIMM6, StarTech.com’s 6-foot single-link DVI-D display cable. With DVI-D technology, no digital-to-analog conversion is necessary, so the signal is delivered faster and stronger than a standard monitor cable signal. The Plug and Play-compatible, all-digital connection is also ideal for connecting laptop computer to digital projectors for crystal-clear presentations.By interfacing two digital signals directly, you’ll experience faster, higher-quality images. This single-link cable works with virtually any digital, flat panel LCD monitor and allows high-speed data transmission of up to 4.95 Gbits/sec.
Electronics:
Works with all Digital Flat Panels and Liquid Crystal Displays, Signal attenuation is stronger and faster than a standard monitor cable, Provides high speed digital transmission of up to 4.95 Gbits/sec, Backed by StarTech.com’s Lifetime Warrant, PC and Macintosh compatible, lifetime warranty
Company: STARTECH.COM
List Price: $28.54
Amazon Price: $2.99
Used Price: $14.65
LCD Articulating Wall Mount for Screens Up To 22 In with vesa 75/100MM
The Peerless LCD Flat Panel Articulating Wall Mount provides a cost-effective mounting solution for 10″ to 22″ LCD at panel screens. Extremely exible, this mount folds at against the wall to a slim 2″ depth or extends out up to 15.25″. Its silver nish elegantly complements of ces, conference rooms, merchandising displays, hotel rooms or any room in the home. This two-link arm provides easy, one-touch tilt and up to 180 degrees of swivel for optimal screen positioning. The LCS-KLA comes completely pre-assembled for a fast and easy installation.
Electronics:
Peerless #LCS-KLA LCD Screen ADJWallMount, PEERLESS INDUSTRIES, INC
Company: Peerless
List Price: $89.99
Amazon Price: Too low to display
Used Price: $45.63