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Saturday, October 30, 2004

xD Picture Card Sale!

xD Picture Cards are more affordable than ever here at Mr.Gadget! Been waiting to update that over-used 16MB or 32MB xD picture card? Well now's the time! We've reduced the prices of xD picture cards by up to $30!

The xD memory cards by Sandisk are compatible with any Fuji or Olympus digital camera that takes xD picture cards. Current Fuji and Olympus xD picture cards on the market are actually just rebranded Sandisk cards. Read here about it at DPReview:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0310/03103101sandiskfujifilmxd.asp

xD Picture Card Image and product link


Features of the xD Picture Card:

Connectivity and Compatibility
Compact and durable, the Sandisk xD-Picture Card is the ultimate reusable digital media. Besides offering compatibility with most manufacturers xD-compatible devices, it's the only xD picture card that supports the Panorama function found on most Olympus digital cameras. And it's just as easy using non-xD devices as well, thanks to a number of groundbreaking adapters that will be available including a CompactFlash Adapter, SmartMedia USB Reader/Writer, and PCMCIA/PC Card Adapter.

So Small, It's Huge
An exceptionally compact design means manufacturers will be able to deliver smaller, more stylish, and more powerful digital devices in the future.

Room for Growth
Designed with the most advanced storage technology available, the Sandisk xD-Picture Card system meets the memory capacity needs of today, while also being readily available to fulfill the increased memory
capacity needs of tomorrow.For a detailed look at the xD Picture Card's storage capacities, view our xD Picture Card Capacity Chart. (Flash required.)

Durable
Sandisk xD-Picture Cards were designed for maximum durability, so it’s easy to feel comfortable trusting them with important digital information.

Panorama Support
Sandisk xD-Picture Cards support the Panorama function found on most Olympus digital cameras.

List of xD Picture Cards at Mr.Gadget:

- xD Picture Card Sandisk 64MB
- xD Picture Card Sandisk 128MB
- xD Picture Card Sandisk 256MB
- xD Picture Card Sandisk 512MB

Get your next xD Picture Card here at Mr.Gadget Australia!

Thursday, October 28, 2004

SD Memory Card Reader - High Speed USB 2.0 Dedicated SD Memory Card Reader

The USB 2.0 SD Memory Card reader allows data transfer to and from your PC and SD Memory Card with blazing speed! For those who want a dedicated SD/Secure Digital memory card reader, this USB 2.0 SD Memory Card reader is for you!

SD Memory Card Reader USB 2.0 Image Link

Functions of the SD Memory Card Reader USB 2.0:
- Fully compliant with USB 2.0 specification and compatible with USB 1.0
- Supports Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP and Mac OS 9.X or later
- USB bus powered, low power consumption, no external power required
- Plug & Play and hot swapping
- Smart LED for read and write operation
- Reads SD/Secure Digital Memory Cards

Get your USB SD Memory Card reader here at Mr.Gadet Australia!

Tuesday, October 26, 2004

o2 XDA II / iMate Powered Car Mount by Arkon

The o2 XDA II / iMate Powered Car Mounts by Arkon are excellent companions in the car. I've had my o2 XDA II since early this year and have been searching everywhere for a quality mount and car kit that would suit my PDA. The Arkon powered car mounts are the answer!

o2 XDA II/ iMate Powered Car Mount by Arkon


After receiving mine, I quickly unpacked it and set it up inside my car. Took around 5 minutes to do! Just positioned the gooseneck windshield mount to my liking then locked it into place.

Features of the o2 XDA II/iMate Powered Car Mount by Arkon:
The Arkon mount allows you to charge your o2 XDA II/iMate while you drive. All you need to do is plug in the cigarette charger then connect the serial charger to your o2 XDA II /iMate.

This version of the Arkon Car Mount also has handsfree speaker capabilities. Simply plug in the speaker plug into your o2 XDA II/imate headphone jack and listen to you phone calls via the Arkon. The volume control is conveniently located on the side which allows for quick adjustments to the volume. Although a nice idea, some people have complained that there is a little bit of an echo on the other end.

The o2 XDA II/iMate Powered Car Mount by Arkon also has a clamping action that keeps your PocketPC secure while driving. It has a spring release triggered by a button on the right that unclamps your PocketPC when your ready to go mobile again.This package comes with option for you to mount on your dash, windshield or airvent!

Package Contents of the Arkon o2 XDA II / iMate Powered Car Mount:
- Powered PDA Mount Cradle with DC Power Cord
- 2" Audio Cord (Used to enable the Speaker Function)
- 3" USB to serial cable (connects to PPCPE serial port)

o2 XDA II /iMate Arkon Car Mount Kit also includes:
- Mounting Pedestal Bundle
- Super Strong 8" Windshield Suction Pedestal (CM052)
- Alcohol Prep Pad for Windshield or Console Attachment Pedestal
- Special Adapter Plate to Connect Windshield Pedestal to Cradle
- Adhesive Console Windshield Adapter Suction Disc
- Vent Mount Assembly Pedestal (CM047-s)
- Special headset adapter / 3.5mm to 2.5mm audio converter
- Special Adapter Plate to Connect Vent Mount to PDA Cradle

Where can you get an o2 XDA II /iMate Powered Car Mount by Arkon? Here at Mr.Gadget of course!

Compact Flash Card Reader USB 2.0 - fast data transfer!

The USB 2.0 Compact Flash Memory Card reader allows transfer data to and from your PC with blazing speed! For those who want a dedicated SD/Secure Digital memory card reader, this USB 2.0 CompactFlash Card reader is for you!

Compact Flash Card Reader USB 2.0


Functions of the USB 2.0 Compact Flash Card Reader:
- Fully compliant with USB 2.0 specification and compatible with USB 1.0
- Supports Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP and Mac OS 9.X or later
- USB bus powered, low power consumption, no external power required
- Plug & Play and hot swapping
- Smart LED for read and write operation
- Reads Compact Flash Memory Cards

Compact Flash USB Card Reader (USB 2.0) Package includes:
- Compact Flash USB Card Reader (USB 2.0)
- USB Extension Cable

Get your Compact Flash USB Card Reader (USB 2.0) here at Mr.Gadget!

Monday, October 25, 2004

2GB USB Flash Drive by A-Data!

Wow the capacity on USB flash drives just keep on getting bigger and bigger! We've now got the blazing fast A-Data PD5 2GB USB flash drives in stock. Not only are they some of the fastest USB flash drives I've tested but also priced very attractively!

A-data USB Flash Drive Image Link

The A-Data PD5 USB flash drives are faster than Sandisk's Cruzer Micro and Mini series. This speed difference can be attributed to A-data's single layer technology as opposed to the slower multi-layer chipset used in the Sandisk Cruzer Micro and Mini Series. I've yet to test this against a Sandisk Titanium (Sandisk USB flash drive flagship) but I believe it would be a close race... will keep you posted!

Advanced Features of the A-data PD5 USB Flash Drive:
-Support USB specification version 2.0
-Transferring rate up to 480Mbit per second at “High Speed"
-Support power saving mode to reduce power consumption.
-Support Windows ME, 2000 and XP without device driver.
-Support Driver for Windows 98/98 SE.
-Driverless solution for Linux Kernel version 2.4 or later version.
-Driverless for Mac OS.
-LED indicator when PD5 is in use.
-Hot Plug & Play.
-Durable solid-state storage.
-No external power is required – DC 4.5V ~ 5.5V from USB port.
-It also supports software application for Data Security, Disk Partition, Boot up, and Recover Disk.

Minimum System Requirements of the A-data PD5 USB Flash Drive:
-Pentium PC or Macintosh computer with USB support
-Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP
-Mac OS 9.1.x+, OS X v10.1.2+
-USB 2.0 port required for Hi-Speed transfer

Link to the A-data PD5 2GB USB Flash Drive


USB Santa Claus Drummer - Plays to Christmas Carols!

Just when you thought you'd seen every crazy Christmas USB gadget available, out comes the USB Santa Claus Musical Drummer! That's right, this USB gadget drums to Christmas carols such as Jingle Bells, Joy to the World, The First Noel and one of my very own favourites Silent Night.

USB Santa Claus Drummer image link

One great feature about the USB Santa Claus Drummer is that it has an On/Off button; let's face it, yes initially it will be fun to watch this little guy drum away but eventually it will get a little annoying! The On/Off button will let you enjoy these timeless Christmas tunes at your leisure!

Functions of the USB Santa Claus Drummer:
* totally USB Powered
* One Touch Play ON/OFF
* Drumming Performance - with music tempo.

Melodies on the USB Santa Claus Drummer:
1. Jingle Bells (For lyrics click here)
2. Joy To The World (For lyrics click here)
3. The First Noel (For lyrics click here)
4. Silent Night (For lyrics click here)

Here's a link to the USB Santa Clause Drummer here at Mr.Gadget!

(These will be available from early November onwards...)

Thursday, October 21, 2004

CompactDrive PD7x Portable Storage - A must for photographers on the road

The CompactDrive PD7X is a portable storage device designed for digital camera users to store more photos on the go without using a LAPTOP or PC. The CompactDrive PD7X makes a great companion on holidays or photo shoots where you can quickly download your photos to allow you to keep shooting away!

Here's a photo that I took of the CompactDrive PD7x:

CompactDrive PD7x Portable Storage Device

Main Features of the CompactDrive PD7X 3-in-1 device:
- Transfer Memory Card to HDD (up to 4MBytes/s). The transfer rate of other devices is about 1MB/s.
- USB 2.0 Card Reader 8 in 1
- External Hard Disk Drive to back up data

When using only 4 x AA (2300mAh NiMH) batteries, it can transfer up to 20GB* of photos or data from your memory card to the CompactDrive PD7X. The CompactDrive PD7X can also function as a battery charger for NiMH rechargeable AA batteries. A car/vehicle charger and AC adapter are also include in the CompactDrive PD7x package. (AA batteries not included)


The CompactDrive PD7X is one of the most reliable portable storage device around, designed to satisfy even professional photographers. The durable and lightweight aluminium casing features dust covers to protect the memory card and battery slot and protect the device from hard knocks.

Memory Card Copy Function on the CompactDrive PD7X:
- Supports 4M~2GB CompactFlash type I & II
- Supports 340M~1GB MicroDrive
- Supports SD/Secure Digital card
- Supports MMC card
- Supports MemoryStick
- Supports MemoryStick PRO
- Supports xD PictureCard (No adapter required)
- Copying speed is up to 4MBytes/s
- Individually partition for each memory card
- Copy progress shown on built-in LCD
- Powered 4 pieces AA size battery (not included - NiMH recommended) or AC adapter (included)

Removable Hard Disk Function on the CompactDrive PD7X:
- USB 2.0 interface
- Support Windows98/2000/XP/ME
- USB Mass Storage Device Compliant
- Support 2.5 inch notebook hard disk drive
- Plug & Play under Windows2000/XP/ME

Other Functions & Features of the CompactDrive PD7X:
- Support online firmware update
- Memory card chip-id display
- Hard disk drive infomation display
- Ultra long battery life can copy up to 20GB of data
- Internal charger for Ni-MH battery
- Could be operated vertically
- Beep sound to alert user after copying

Samsung SpinPoint 40GB UATA100 2.5IN 8MB 5400RPM HDD:
- Ultra ATA - 100
- FDB(Fluid Dynamic Bearing) Motor
- Load/Unload Technology
- GMR Head Technology with Wireless Suspension Design
- SilentSeek
- Silentec Hybrid Latch Technology
- Simply the best in HDD technology!

Included in theCompactDrive PD7x packaging:

- CompactDrive PD7X
- Samsung SpinPoint 40GB 2.5" HDD 5400 RPM 8M Buffer
- User Manual
- CD Driver
- A/C adapter auto switching, 110V-240V
- Carry Case
- Bonus : Car Charger

CompactDrive PD7x Links:
- CompactDrive PD7x Homepage
- CompactDrive PD7x Review on DPReview.com

Where can you get this cool gadget?
Get your CompactDrive PD7x here at Mr.Gadget of course!


Wednesday, October 20, 2004

USB Snowman - Frosty has landed!

Ever wished you had your own snowman that sat on your desk with cute button eyes, carrot nose, beanie and scarf? Well if you're one of these people, your wish has come true! What's more, we have a snowman that won't melt! Check our the USB Snowman :


Frosty the USB Snowman

Features of the USB Snowman:
Plug in this stand-alone Scarf blowing USB SnowMan with a LED cycling through 6 different colors or our mini USB Christmas tree - these will definitely encourage the festive spirit in your office, school or home! Come on bring little bit of holiday cheer to that dull PC of yours!

The USB Snowman works with ANY USB port on "ANY" system.

The USB SnowMan is compatible with PC, MAC, SUN Microsystems, set-top box and even the Playstation2.

To get your own Frosty the USB Snowman click here!


1GB Sandisk SD/Secure Digital Cards back in stock!

Ok y'all, the Sandisk 1GB SD Cards are in the house! These SD Cards have been selling like hotcakes because of the great price we're offering them at. Now's the perfect time to bump up the memory on your digital camera, PDA or MP3 player!

Sandisk 1GB SD Card/Secure Digital Memory Card Link

Quick SD/Secure Digital Card Facts:
The Sandisk Secure Digital/SD Card is a highly secure stamp-sized flash memory card. Jointly developed by Matsushita Electronic (best known for its Panasonic brand name products), SanDisk and Toshiba, the Sandisk Secure Digital/SD Memory Card weighs approximately two grams. The Sandisk Secure Digital/SD Memory Card can be used in a variety of digital products; digital music players, cellular phones, handheld PCs (HPCs), digital cameras, digital video camcorders, smart phones, car navigation systems and electronic books.

These Sandisk Secure Digital/SD memory cards have a 5 year warranty!

Advanced Features of the Sandisk SD card:
- This Sandisk SD/secure digital memory card has a capacity of 1GB
- Cryptographic security for copyrighted data based on proven security concepts from DVD audio
- High digital data transfer rate for fast copy/download
- High digital storage capacity
- Non-volatile solid-state; no moving parts maximizes battery power. Data is not lost when power is turned off
- Low battery consumption to maximize battery life in small portable devices
- User selectable mechanical write protect switch on the exterior card casing
- New devices with SD Card slots will accept existing MultiMediaCards
- Operating shock rating of 2,000Gs, equivalent to a 10-foot drop to the floor
- Security level complies with both current and future Secure Digital Music Initiative (SDMI) portable device requirements

Get your Sandisk 1GB SD Cards here at Mr.Gadget Australia!


Tuesday, October 19, 2004

SD Card Sale - Toshiba SD/Secure Digital Cards!

Make sure you check out our Toshiba SD Cards which are on sale! We have good stock of the 128MB and 256MB and at our prices, they will soon disappear. These SD cards are excellent value for money.

SD Card Link

Both the 128MB and 256MB Toshiba SD Card are made in Japan and come with LIFETIME warranties! Yes, they're a little more expensive than the Sandisk SD Cards but spending the bit extra for an SD card of this quality is definitely justified!

Advanced Features of the Toshiba SD card:
- This Toshiba SD/secure digital memory card has a capacity of 512MB
- Cryptographic security for copyrighted data based on proven security concepts from DVD audio
- High digital data transfer rate for fast copy/download
- High digital storage capacity
- Non-volatile solid-state; no moving parts maximizes battery power. Data is not lost when -power is turned off
- Low battery consumption to maximize battery life in small portable devices
- User selectable mechanical write protect switch on the exterior card casing
- New devices with SD Card slots will accept existing MultiMediaCards
- Operating shock rating of 2,000Gs, equivalent to a 10-foot drop to the floor
- Security level complies with both current and future Secure Digital Music Initiative (SDMI) portable device requirements

Get your SD Cards here at Mr.Gadget Australia!

Monday, October 18, 2004

USB Christmas Trees are here!

With only 10 weeks or so to go till Christmas, our USB Christmas Trees are here and ready to go! Brighten up your desk and office with these USB Christmas Trees! These also make excellent Christmas gifts.

USB Christmas Trees at Mr.Gadget Australia


This USB Christmas Tree actually looks like a miniaturised version of those that you would see displayed in the windows of homes during the Christmas season. The USB Christmas tree has green leaves and a wooden-look-alike pot. The beauty about this USB Christmas tree is that the leaves won't fall off and that it doesn't require a huge effort to put up or pack away - it's just a matter of finding a free USB port on your PC or notebook and then plugging it in. A great addition to the office and will definitely get people stopping by to talk about this neat USB gadget!

On a sturdy plastic base this USB powered Christmas tree will flash through a rainbow of colours(4 of them) and encourage festive spirits all day long.

It will make a great Christmas gift or decoration for yourself!

Features of the USB Christmas Tree:
- Powered by USB port found in most current PC and notebooks
- Flashing fibre optic lights : 4 colours; red, blue, purple and orange
- Compact in size: 20cm tall with 8cm diameter base


As far as we know, there is no one else in Australia selling these types of USB Christmas Trees so get yours here and get it fast before they run out! (USB Christmas Tree Product Page)


Friday, October 15, 2004

Canon BP511 Battery 1400 mAh (Generic Brand) - Cheap!

Ever been at a wedding or a family event and run out of battery power? Well if you've got a Canon camera or camcorder that takes the BP511 battery I've got some good news for you...we've got some and they're cheap!


BP511 battery for Canon cameras


I've got a Canon G3 and a 300D/Rebel. Both of these come equipped with Canon BP511 Lithium Ions, but these are only 1100 mAh. The batch of generic branded BP511 batteries that we've just got in are 1400 mAh! That means more power and photos!

BP511 battery for Canon cameras link

What is the BP511 battery for Canon cameras?
For powerful image-making you need, well, power. Lithium Ion Batteries like the BP511 battery for Canon cameras and camcorders allow you to be certain that you won't run out. Lithium Ion doesn't require being fully run down to be recharged with peak performance. So no more guessing how close you are to the end of the battery, or worry about shortening the battery life by frequent recharges.

The BP-511 for Canon cameras is a high capacity, rechargable Lithium-Ion battery. When used with camcorders, the BP-511 gives you a maximum recording time of 2 1/2 hours using the viewfinder, or 2 hours using the LCD screen. When used with the Canon EOS D-series and G1/G2/G3/G5 digital cameras, the BP511 battery is capable of approximately 320 shots on a single charge.

Models Compatible with the BP511 Battery for Canon devices:

Compatible Cameras BP511 Battery
- PowerShot G1, PowerShot G2
- PowerShot G3, PowerShot G5
- MV600, Pro 90IS
- EOS D30, EOS D60, EOS D90
- EOS 10, EOS 10D, EOS 10Ds, Canon EOS 300D/Rebel.

Compatible Canon Camcorders BP511 Battery
- MV30, MV300, MV300i, MV30i
- MV400, MV400i, MV430, MV430i, MV450, MV450i
- MV500, MV500i, MV530i, MV550i
- MV600i, MV630i, MV650i
- MVX100i, MVX150i, MVX1i, MVX2i
- OPTURA 10, OPTURA 100MC, OPTURA 20
- OPTURA Pi, OPTURA200MC
- ZR-10, ZR-20, ZR-25MC, ZR-30MC, ZR-40
- ZR-45MC, ZR-50MC, ZR-60, ZR65MC, ZR70MC

Features of the BP511 Battery for Canon devices:
High Capacity, rechargable Lithium-Ion battery. When used with camcorders, the BP-511 gives you a maximum recording time of 2 1/2 hours using the viewfinder, or 2 hours using the LCD screen. The BP511 battery powers Canon EOS D30 and PowerShot G1, G2, G3, G5, Pro90 IS digital cameras and any other cameras that work with Canon BP-508, BP-511, BP-512, BP-522 and BP535. This BP511 battery also works in the Canon Optura 200MC and ZR series camcorders.

Specifications of the BP511 battery for Canon digital cameras/camcorders:
* Power: rated at 7.4V, 1400mAh
* Dimensions: 1-9/16"W x 2-3/16"H x 7/8"D
* Weight: 79g
* Warranty: 1 year

Save yourself some money and hassle and buy your BP511 for Canon digital cameras and camcorders here at Mr.Gadget Australia!

Tuesday, October 12, 2004

Vosonic VP3310 80GB!

We now have Vosonic VP3310 80GB xDrive Pros! Just like the other Vosonic VP3310 that we have in stock these come with the high quality Samsung SpinPoint Hard drives that feature 5400rpm engines with 8MB buffers. With 80GB on board the Vosonic VP3310 you can store approximately 80,000 photo images (1MB big) or around 20,000 MP3 song files! Now that's a lot of storage!

Vosonic VP3310 image link

I've had more time to play around with the Vosonic VP3310 and I really appreciate how easy it is to use! Menu system's pretty intuitive and I like the placement of buttons on the unit. The Vosonic VP3310 comes with a CD that has an application to quickly setup harddrives with the unit. Vosonic VP3310s sold with hard drives from us, are pre-formatted so that that they're all ready to use - you just need to charge it up for around 2-3 hours before it's first use.

File transfer on the Vosonic VP3310 is fast! It took around 20 seconds to transfer a 75MB file to the VP3310 from my PC. I love USB 2.0!

For those unaware what types of memory cards can be read by the Vosonic VP3310, here's the list:
- SmartMedia
- SD/MMC
- Memory Stick
- Memory Stick Pro (Blue version)
- Compact Flash Type I/ II, IBM MicroDrive
- xD Picture Card

The package of the 80GB Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pro includes:
- Vosonic XDrive Pro VP3310,
- Case,
- AC Charger,
- USB Cable,
- Earphones,
- Manual and CD Drivers.

Read more details on the Vosonic VP3310 80GB xDrive Pro here at Mr.Gadget Australia!

Friday, October 08, 2004

MP3 Player that kicks! Mr.Gadget's PocketGroove 9-in-1 MP3 Player

The tiny Mr.Gadget PocketGroove MP3 Player 256MB is the third Mr.Gadget branded product to hit the Australian shores! We reviewed more than 20 different types of MP3 players before deciding on this model. We're very happy with this feature-packed MP3 player.

The tiny PocketGroove MP3 Player

One great feature about this drive is that you can play music off your SD/MMC memory card too! At the moment the biggest SD card** that we sell is 1GB, so that's another 300+ songs! I also like the funky blue-lit screen...

**Note: Memory cards sold separately. The PocketGroove MP3 Player comes with 256MB on board.

Features of the Mr.Gadget PocketGroove MP3 Player 256MB 9-in-1:
- Digital Audio Decode in MP3 & WMA music format
- Digital Voice Recording in MP3/WAV format
- Line-in Encode in MP3 / WAV format
- USB 2.0 Flash Drive
- ID3 TAG Multi-language display : English/German/Traditional & Simplified-Chinese/Japanese/Korean- A-B Repeat
- FM Radio / FM Encoding (20 FM preset channels)
- SD/MMC Memory Card Reader
- Recording Time Index
- Directly record FM radio into MP3/WAV format
- Delicate LCD display with metal housing

Mr.Gadget PocketGroove MP3 Player package includes:
- Mr.Gadget PocketGroove MP3 Player 256MB
- Earphones
- AAA battery
- USB extension cable
- User Manual
- Line-in cable
- CD Driver Disk

Get your Mr.Gadget PocketGroove 256MB 9-in-1 MP3 Player here at Mr.Gadget Australia!

o2 XDA II / iMate Calendaric Leather Case by Krussell

The Krusell Calendaric cases for the o2 XDA II / iMate are genuine in its design and provide a natural feel of its features and performance. Made from genuine leather, Krusell have added class to functionality by providing a leather case and wallet in one for the o2 XDA II / iMate.

o2 XDA II/iMate Calendaric Leather Case by Krusell image

I was sent a sample from Krusell Sweden a couple of weeks ago and immediately threw off the o2 vinyl case that came with the XDA II and garbed my XDA II in the Krusell Calendaric. The worksmanship on this case is superb! The very fact that it has room for my credit cards, 2 x SD/MMC Cards and notes is fantastic. I was even able to charge my XDA II with the Krusell Calendaric leather case on!

o2 XDA II/iMate Calendaric Leather Case by Krusell image


The Krusell Calendaric leather case for the o2 XDA II / iMate does not hamper the functionality of the unit. Power, Volume, Camera and Voice Record controls are easily accessed. The Audio, InfraRed and Memory Card slot are also uncovered. The case even has room for a spare stylus!For people who use the camera often, you may not like the fact that you have to take it out of the case to use it. This didn't phase me because I hardly use it anymore anyway. Coupled with my o2 XDA II / iMate Exim Screen Protector, the Krusell Calendaric leather case provides complete protection for my PocketPC.

** Note: This does not have a belt clip. The Krusell Calendaric is more suited to professionals who don't wear their o2 XDA II/ iMate on their belt, but rather use their case more like a wallet/mini portfolio.

The best thing about these Krusell Calendaric leather cases is that they have a LIFETIME WARRANTY! Now that's a sign of commitment to quality!

Order your Krusell o2 XDA II / iMate Calendaric Leather Case here at Mr.Gadget!

Saturday, October 02, 2004

Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pro are in!

The Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pro portable storage devices are in! After a couple of hiccups, the Vosonic VP3310s have landed down-under but are quickly leaving the hands of Mr.Gadget! Talk about great value and easy-to-use functionality!


Vosonic VP3310 product link

I tried one when they came in and it was so easy to operate. I had a Sandisk Ultra II 1GB compact flash card which I inserted into the compact flash slot on the side. I then turned on the Vosonic VP3310 (need to press the power and copy buttons together) which in turn presented me with four options : File Mode, MP3 Mode, Copy or Autocopy. I wanted to perform a straight dump of files from the memory card to the HDD so I just pressed the Copy button and voila! The files were whizzed over to the hard drive in a flash!

The Vosonic VP3310 accommodates the major memory cards:
- Compact Flash Type I and Type II
- Secure Digital/SD Cards
- Memory Sticks
- Smart Media
- Multimedia Cards
- IBM MicroDrives
- xD Picture Cards

Vosonic VP3310 Hard Drive
Speaking of hard drives, we made sure that the hard drives that came with the Vosonic VP3310 were nothing but the best. We deliberately chose the Samsung SpinPoint 2.5" HDD because of their build quality and excellent value for money. These Samsung hard disks have the latest in hard drive technology ; Ultra ATA 100, Fluid Dynamic Bearing motors, SilentSeek, Silentec Hybrid Latch Technology..you name it! And these little babies are fast too! They spin at 5400 revs per minute and also have an 8M buffer to make accessing files, efficient and fast! The combination of the Vosonic VP3310 and the Samsung 2.5" SpinPoint Hard drives makes this gadget a bargain not to be missed!

MP3s and the Vosonic VP3310
Happy with the transfer of data from my memory card to the hard drive, I wanted to make sure that the MP3 player was up to scratch. I located my favourite music folder (gospel singer Jody McBrayer) and threw one of his songs onto the Vosonic VP3310 - just dragged and dropped which took only 3-5 seconds! After unplugging the the Vosonic VP3310 from the USB port, I whacked on the earphones that were provided with the unit and selected the MP3 mode. Within seconds familiar tunes filled my ears! Volume controls are located on the gadget were easily accessed and controlled and if you really want to blow your ear drums with this device you can! I only went two thirds of the way and was already starting to get a headache. With the Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pro 40GB, you can store around 10,000 songs!

If you need a portable storage device to save your photos to quickly and without any hassles, please consider the Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pro. At Mr.Gadget, we are currently selling Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pros with 30GB, 40GB and 60GB HDD flavours. Vosonic VP3310 80GB and 120GB are not too far away - watch this space!

Get your Vosonic VP3310 xDrive Pro here at Mr.Gadget Australia.

Friday, October 01, 2004

USB Flash Drive - fresh supply of Sandisk Cruzer Titaniums In!

The high quality Sandisk Cruzer Titanium USB Flash Drives are back in stock! Although hailed as the most rugged USB flash drives on the market (its titanium coating makes it crush resistant to around 900kg!), they are also styled elegantly and designed with practicality in mind.

The Sandisk Cruzer Titaniums don't need lids, so you won't need to stress about where you put that misplaced lid. The USB plug slides in and out, locking easily into position. The thumbsized Sandisk Cruzer Titanium USB Flash Drive also has a cool blue light that indicates data transmission.

Packaged with it comes a lanyard so you can wear it around your neck, or if you want to clip to your belt you can do so with the belt clip. The Sandisk Cruzer Titanium USB Flash Drive also comes with security software. One of the best gadgets of the year!

All customers who have bought the Sandisk Cruzer Titanium love it!

Check out the growing number of glowing reviews on this USB Flash Drive.

Get your Sandisk Cruzer Titanium USB Flash Drive here at Mr.Gadget!

 
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