Will personal area networks take off? Intel thinks so.
Intel dedicated part of its booth at CES to mobile Wi-Fi personal area networking (PAN). The idea is simple, Wi-Fi enabled components speak to each other using an ad hoc network without the need for a router. The idea seems promising. Intel had a pair of Wi-Fi headphones that supposedly… Continue Reading »
Wireless USB coming to Linux
USB is possibly the most popular connection out there. Though current models aren’t as fast as Firewire 800, almost every device supports USB in some form. The main problem with USB, though is all the wires it uses. Sure, one USB wire isn’t so bad, but when you start getting… Continue Reading »
The top tech prospects of 2009
What technologies are going to go mainstream in 2009? The following four technologies will shape your everyday life starting in 2009. Don’t expect everything to change by tomorrow, but you’ll see. Wireless USB While wireless USB hubs are currently available, they are priced too high for widespread adoption. I expect… Continue Reading »
Imation adds two new products to its Apollo line
Imation Corp has announced the addition of two new products to its Apollo line of external hard drives. The first is the Apollo Expert, a 2.5-inch portable hard drive encased in a protective skin and packaged with a swivel stand that allows the device to be placed vertically or horizontally. … Continue Reading »
Dell begins to offer Wireless USB in the XPS, Inspiron notebooks
Dell brings Wireless USB as latest option available in the Inspiron 1525, XPS m1330, XPS m1530 and the XPS M1720 notebooks. The Wireless USB option is currently available and will set you back $150 but comes with a four-port Belkin Wireless USB hub. Overall not a bad deal, considering the… Continue Reading »
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