Many mobile devices now charge using a USB connection, so the Kensington Four-Port USB Charger is an ideal addition to the gadget bag (and it’ll help reduce the number of power adaptors you need to carry around) – and at only 120g you will barely notice it.

Typically priced at just under £23 it has an input voltage of 100-240V AC and an output of 5V making it ideal for all those USB adaptors that have USB Type A connectors. The product number is K38035US.

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If you need high data storage and mobility take a look at these two 64GB USB Drives from Corsair. The first is the Corsair Flash Voyager GT 64GB (shown in red above) – product code CMFUSB-64GBGT, which weighs around 28g, is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux (without drivers), and is housed in a ruggedised rubber casing. With 30 MB per second read speed and 16MB per second write speed this is one fast device which has been designed from the ground up for speed.

The second device is the Corsair 64GB Flash Voyager USB Drive (shown in blue above) – product code CMFUSBHC-64GB, which has been designed for durability including water-resistant properties and all-rubber housing. The device is also bootable so you store full versions of some operating systems upon it. Read speeds are around 27 MB per second with write speeds around 8 MB per second.

With both devices remember that the FAT file system which Windows XP may attempt to use maxes out around 32GB (see Limitations of the FAT32 File System in Windows XP) so you may be able to use the exFAT file system – check out the Microsoft article, Description of the exFAT file system driver update package, if you are hoping to use it with Windows XP

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Here is a novel little gadget that could keep your kids, or even you!, entertained during those long chat sessions with your friends – the Chatman – an artificially intelligent and opinionated friend for your PC that really has something to say.

Chatman has a familiar look in a Pacman/Emoticon style and uses sequences of LEDs to animate mouth expressions matching the sound to up to 500 actions. His eyes are motorised and he even talks back. Chatman connects to a spare USB port on your computer. He listens in on your chat sessions through partner services including AOL, Yahoo, Facebook and MSN.

To learn more visit Chatman.

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Here three some options we thought you might like.

• Belkin Mini Bluetooth Adapter
• Trust Ultra Small Bluetooth 2 USB Adapter
• greymobiles Version 2.0 USB Bluetooth Dongle Adapter

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To give you some idea of the amount of storage on this new 2.78” x 0.67” x 0.87” flash based drive – Kingston have this to say:

“Users can now carry 51,000 images, 54 DVDs or 365 CDs on one mobile device”

Specification information you might find useful about the built-to-order Data Traveler 300 include:

• Sleek cap-less design (so there are no loose bits to get lost)
• Enhanced for Windows Readyboost (Password Traveler won’t operate with Readyboost)
• Includes a five-year warranty and 24/7 technical support
• Data transfer rates up to 20 MB/sec for reading and 10 MB/sec for writing
• File transfer compatible with Vista (SP1) , XP (SP1,SP2,SP3), Windows 2000 (SP4), Mac OS X (v10.3x+), and Linux (v2.6.x+)
• Password Traveler security software included

Vendor pricing is not yet available for the DT3600/256GB but PC Advisor are indicating it could cost around £665 whilst Engadget are reporting it could cost around £565.

Images Credit: Kingston

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The Same Size and Thickness as a Credit Card, the New 4GB and 1GB Slim Data USB Cards Flatten the USB Flash Drive Market Delivering the Most Usable, Versatile, Easy-to-Carry Form Factor for Consumers and Businesses.

MISSION VIEJO, Calif – May 11, 2009 – TopTech Products, an e-commerce company committed to bringing to market the most innovative and unique technology products, today announced the nationwide availability of the Slim Data USB Card through its website, www.TopTechProducts.com.  The Slim Data USB Card, a high-quality, plug-and-play, ultra-slim USB flash drive the size of a credit card, can be conveniently carried in a wallet enabling users to keep their USB storage with them at all times, minimizing the chance of loss or misplacement.

The Slim Data USB Card, which is available in a variety of colours, enables users to conveniently store and carry digital photos, music, video clips, and other documents in their wallets keeping them available to share with friends or family whenever or wherever the need arises.  Weighing a mere nine grams, large amounts of digital data can be stored on a Slim Data USB Card and sent easily through the mail.

The customizable Slim Data USB Cards, which are available in both 4GB and 1GB capacities, give businesses an innovative way to distribute presentations and marketing materials on a medium that will be reused for years by the customer providing the company with valuable long-term branding.  In addition, companies can become more eco-friendly by distributing their marketing materials in electronic format and eliminating the need to print expensive marketing materials.

Available in multiple colours, Slim Data USB Cards are Mac, PC, and Linux compatible and support both USB 2.0 and 1.1 interfaces.

Product Features and Specifications:

• Storage Capacities: 1GB and 4GB
• Dimensions: 3.4” x 2.1” x 0.11”  (9 x 5 x .25 cm)
• Compatibility:  Windows, Macintosh, Linux
• Interface:  USB 2.0, USB 1.1
• Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty
• Colors: Clear, Gray, Orange, Red, and Blue
• Customization:  Custom colors and printing are available.  (Minimum quantities apply.)

Slim Data USB Cards are backed by a limited-lifetime warranty from the manufacturer and are available at www.TopTechProducts.com at a list price of $24.99 for the 4GB card.  Please visit the website for more information and current specials.

About TopTech Products

TopTech Products is dedicated to sourcing and bringing to market the most innovative, unique technology products that fundamentally change the way that people live, work and play.  Leveraging more than a decade of experience in building the awareness and driving the sales of some of the technology industry’s most well-known products, TopTech Products’ executive team has forged unique relationships with some of the industry’s most forward-thinking manufacturers.

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Ok, that is established – but do they really have to look so dull? We need something that catches the eye. If we are keeping it with us because it contains our useful information then why not get one that looks the part?

The Luxury Stylish Rectangle Crystal USB flash drive, available from BudgetGadgets.com, sets itself apart from the rest. It has style and is not afraid to show it. It also has plenty of storage space too with options including 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB.

We got hold of one of these crystal USB drives and it certainly does sparkle – not bad for something that stores our files. Get this USB drive from Luxury Stylish Rectangle Crystal USB Flash Drive 1G/2G/4G/8G.

Even better, get an extra 5% discount by entering the coupon code: JM5OFF9 when you are on the site.

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