- play MP3 music files that are stored on a PC (Windows only)
- supports playlists (80's music, dinner, party)
- use the included remote control to adjust volume, change tracks and search for songs
- works over an Ethernet or HomePNA (phoneline) network
- Audio output is via line-out, stereo RCA jacks, a front-panel headphone jack, or you can even directly attach a small pair of speakers since the unit has a built-in 10W amplifier
- place one in each room of your home and listen to different songs
Friday, November 17, 2006
digital audio receiver
USB turntable
- connect to your stereo the normal way, or to your computer with the USB cable
- use the included software to "rip" your record collection directly into digital format (MP3/WAV), then burn to CD's or place on your portable music player
Saturday, November 11, 2006
GSM cellular modem
slide a SIM card from your GSM cellular provider (T-Mobile, Cingular) into the modem, plug it into your computer and be connected to the internet. Great for using with multi-SIM "family plans"
*data speed dependant on how advanced your cellular carrier's data network is...
USB wireless remote control for your computer
Now you've got command of all your stored music, photo and videos—even when you're not seated at your desk! The Logitech UltraX Media Remote with MediaLife software is the perfect solution for any PC. The PC remote product is designed for a simple, easy to use media experience. Commonly used features such as Play, Pause, or navigation are positioned in the centre zone of the remote, additional features are conveniently located to the top and bottom of the remote. The included MediaLife 3.3 software combines flexibility, navigation ease and rich media content. Recording a TV show, listening to the radio, playing a slideshow of holiday pictures or even the viewing of a home movie are just a few aspects to what makes the software so complete and enjoyable. The Logitech UltraX Media Remote recommends the Hauppauge TV tuner card, Win TV-PVR MCE, to incorporate FM radio and television. Other popular music applications such as iTunes or Windows Media Player as also supported.
Features
- MediaLife Software--Logitech's powerful MediaLife Software provides quick access to all your digital media—music, photos and videos—in a single, intuitive interface.
- UltraX Media Remote control--Your PC media remote will be as familiar as a TV or DVD remote. Share music, photos, and stories more enjoyably with friends and family. The extended RF range lets you use the remote up to 6 feet from your receiver, without a line-of-sight. Use it with the included MediaLife software, plus it´s compatible with most major media players (Musicmatch, iTunes, Winamp, Microsoft Windows Media Player).
- Supported Devices: Personal computer
System Requirements
- PC with Pentium processor or compatible
- Windows XP
- USB port
- CD-ROM drive
Package Contents
- Logitech UltraX Media Remote
- USB RF mini-receiver
- Two (2) AAA Batteries
- Logitech MediaLife 3.3 Software CD (OEM Version)
- Setup Guide
cassette deck for your PC
- 5.25-inch Cassette Deck for your Computer
- Archive your old cassette tapes to digital media
- Listen to audio tapes on your computer
- Convert, save, and edit sounds in PC to CD, DVD, or MP3 player
- Plays with auto reverse
- Headphone in jack
- Line in
- Line out
- Microphone in
- 9-pin Serial Port (connects to your computer's serial port)
- Connection card does not require a motherboard slot, just a slot opening on the case
- Product Requirements:
- Available 5.25" External Drive Bay
- Available Expansion Slot (for connection card)
- Sound Card (analog Line out, Line in essential)
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
portable phone jack (ATA's)
- hook these ATA's up to any high-speed internet connection and your "dialtone" is instantly available, features and all
- no more paying for "extra" features like CallerID, Call Waiting, 3way calling and voicemail - they're all included
- take with you anywhere in the world - just plug it into an internet connection. Take with you on vacation, a business trip or to visit family in other parts of the country.
- capable of powering a whole houseful of phones, not just a single telephone. Just temporarily disconnect your local service provider's wiring and plug in one of these.
- unlimited long distance plans from $19.99/month. There are cheaper "traditional phone company" plans where you have to pay for "long distance" but you can still choose your own area code
- use as your home's LINE 2 for unlimited long distance or give each of your kids their own phone line without worry of incurring extra calling costs. Great for college students to take to their dorms.
- pick a phone number (or two or three) in any city in the USA. Since there's no long distance, you don't have to think about it anymore for all your outgoing calls. You could choose a phone number in the city where the people you talk to most are located, saving THEM long distance charges if they're stuck with a legacy phone company.
- choose "virtual numbers" in other cities or even England for $2/month extra - have a NY, RI and CA phone number for example.
- Bills to your credit or debit card each month
- these units support two separate telephone lines from two separate providers (BroadVoice and SunRocket for example) so you are free to choose how YOU want to design your own home telephone network...
see my telecom page for VOIP service providers
ATA = Analog Telephone Adapter
bluetooth audio gateway
- connect this device to your home stereo system or even your TV set (RCA jacks on front)
- use your bluetooth-enabled laptop to stream music to this device wirelessly
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Monday, November 06, 2006
'media gateway' for your television
- a media gateway for your television set - puts your television "on the net"
- install a standard hard drive inside the unit to store your media - have it accessible on your network
- interact with your computer media (audio, video and photos) with the remote control
- With 10/100 Ethernet port
- Supports USB 2.0 slave device (attach an external USB hard drive to increase storage)
- Hot-swappable
- Fits all brand of 3.5-inch hard disk drives up to 750GB
- Supports MP1/2 MP@ML, MP4 ASP@L5, 4.x and 5.x, JPEG
- Supports composite, S-video, component video outputs
- Supports stereo L/R, optical/coaxial digital audio, analog 5.1 channels
- Enables file surfing from multiple sources on TV using a remote controller
- Supports stereo L/R, optical/coaxial digital audio, analog 5.1 channels
- LED status indicators
- Plug and Play for PC/Mac platform
Sunday, November 05, 2006
WiFi portable handsets
- WiFi rechargeable handset. A cross between a home cordless phone and a cellular phone handset
- A portable ATA* - make calls anywhere there's an open or public WiFi network
- use with a VOIP service provider like BroadVoice or SunRocket
ATA = Analog Telephone Adapter
Saturday, November 04, 2006
This adapter allows your cordless/wireless home phone to become a VOIP/Skype phone without losing any of the Landline functionality - it simply converts your current phone to a dual phone by adding a VOIP/Skype line allowing you to make calls over your VOIP/Skype provider. Simple to connect, excellent sound quality, can be located out of sight therefore not taking any desk space.
- connect any of your home telephones to your computer and use with Skype
- shares the line with your existing landline telephone - press * on the handset to change back and forth
Buffalo LinkStation mini server
- compact network server - acts as a shared hard drive
- expandable disk capacity - just plug in another external USB hard drive
- functions as a network print server for USB printers
broadband video phone
- stand-alone video phone - no computer required
- built-in speakerphone
- uses your internet connection to transmit calls - unlimited US/Canada voice AND video calling for $19.99/month (includes a regular telephone number)
- connect to your television to view the other party on a larger screen
- transmit auxiliary audio & video signal to unit at the other end. Watch a DVD/VHS movie or television show with someone else anywhere in the world
wireless Skype handset
- see who's online (BuddyList), place and receive calls directly from the handset
- talk to other Skype users over your wireless internet connection
- built-in rechargeable battery
- truly portable - use with any WiFi access point (home, office, airport...)
- no computer required - buy as a gift to keep in touch