It's requires a pretty unique situation to need a USB device over Ethernet but it certainly can come up. I stumbled across the AnywhereUSB device. They could come in handy for enable USB use from VM servers or reducing the clutter of client footprints. There are several different models available that allow 2-14 USB device connections and some models that allow serial devices … [Read more...]
Product Review: Logitech Illuminated Living-Room Keyboard K830
The Logitech K830 is a backlit keyboard and touchpad combo in the latest media device meant for the living room. The K830 is intended to make it convenient to control a computer that is across the room connected to your TV. Perhaps you have a laptop that you connect to the TV for a larger display or even a dedicated HTPC (home theater PC). The keyboard is well packaged with … [Read more...]
Lytro aims for the high-end with its new camera
It has been over two years since we last talked about Lytro's focus-later camera. Now, the company is aiming for the higher-end cameras and announced its Lytro Illum available for pre-order. The new model is set to ship in August 2014. The pre-order price is discounted to $1499 and the camera will cost $1599 regularly. First gen Lytro owners can get a 20% discount with the … [Read more...]
Reviewing the Amazon Fire TV
I ordered the Amazon Fire TV on the day it was announced. As a bit of an impulse buy, it looked like a hands-down improvement over the WD TV set top boxes that I currently have. While the WDTV development seems to have stagnated, the Amazon Fire TV is just getting started. Media set top boxes like the WD TV, Roku 3, Apple TV, and the Amazon Fire TV all connect to the Internet … [Read more...]
Microsoft’s new All-in-One Media Keyboard
Microsoft introduced the All-in-One Media Keyboard. It features a keyboard with media buttons and a trackpad where the numpad would be. The trackpad understands gestures like swiping and zooming. The keyboard uses a USB wireless transceiver to connect to a computer. It is spill-resistant and includes customizable keys to launch your favorite … [Read more...]