i.Sound has released a new rechargeable 2 in 1 Charger and Back Up Battery pack for the Apple iPod and iPhone device. Calling it the “smallest of its kind”, the 2-in-1 Charger and Back Up Battery is the only device to feature a two-in-one USB AC adapter which allows it to recharge while simultaneously charging your iPod/iPhone. The pack works with all iPod models that feature the 30 pin connector and provides up to 30 hours of music, 6 hours of video, and 3 hours of talk time. There’s also a status indicator for battery life. You can purchase the i.Sound 2-in-1 Charger and Back Up Battery pack for $49.99 at the i.Sound website here.

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If there’s one common problem to traveling it’s this - there just never seems to be enough outlets wherever you are - especially in hotel rooms. Monster is looking to solve this problem with the latest addition to their “Outlets To Go” product lineup called the Outlets To Go 3 USB. Yes - it’s basically a portable power strip with 3 plugs and a USB port. The strip employs a dual sided design to maximize the number of outlets in a small amount of space and the USB port is handy for any devices that charge via USB connections. The Monster Outlets To Go 3 USB is black and has an MSRP of $29.99.

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if that last case was a tad bit too bulky for your tastes (and for your notebook), then you might want to check out the redesigned Hardigg Storm Case iM2370. Hardigg introduces enhancements to the iM2370  including:

• Ergonomically engineered lightweight high performance computer tray for quick, easy integration and protection
• Two multicubed foam inserts to provide additional support and protection to the laptop and allow easy configuration of smaller items in the lower compartments of the computer tray.
• A padded shoulder strap with increased double padding and an improved non-slip gripping surface for comfort and ease of carry.
• A lightweight office organizer with velcro enhanced compartments to allow improved storage of contents.

The case fits notebooks with display sizes up to 17 inches and provides up to 130mm in interior height. There’s also a built-in lid organizer for papers, presentations, and gadgets. Other features include:

• Two Integrated Key Lockable Latches
• Two Easy To Open Press & Pull Latches
• Double-layered Soft-grip Handle
• Two Padlockable Hasps
• Vortex Valve
• Powerful Hinges
• Integrated Lid Stay
• Meets Carry-on Regulations
• Lightweight Rugged HPX Resin
• Watertight and Dustproof
• Guaranteed For Life

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Looking for a rugged solid case that will protect your equipment while you travel? You might want to check out the Hardigg Storm Case iM2450. This “unbreakable” case measures 457 x 330 x 213mm which means it meets ATA regulations for carry-on luggage yet is still able to fit a laptop and printer, an LCD projector, or a digital SLR camera with lens. The case has a watertight exterior and utilizes a multi-layered cubed foam interior to protect the contents. Other features include:

• Two Press & Pull Latches
• Double-layered, Soft-grip Handle
• Two Padlockable Hasps
• Vortex Valve
• Flush Powerful Hinges
• Lightweight Strong HPX^® Resin
• Watertight
• Guaranteed For Life

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Acer is introducing a new small form factor desktop PC series called the Aspire X1200. The chassis measures 10.4 x 3.9 x 2.4 inches, making it slighter smaller than the HP Pavilion Slimline series PC. Specs for the X1200 include:

• AMD Athlon X2 4850e or X2 5000+ processor
• 4GB RAM
• 320GB or 500GB HDD
• Dual layer DVD burner
• 14 in 1 media card reader
• Windows Vista Home Premium 64 bit OS
• NVIDIA GeForce 8200 integrated graphics
• eSATA and HDMI ports

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GIGABYTE is taking a slightly different spin on the netbook concept with the introduction of the M912V Tablet PC. The M912V features the following specs:

• Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor
• 8.9 inch LCD panel with WXGA resolution (1280 x 768) and LED backlight
• Convertible design
• Intel 945GSE chipset
• 2.5 inch SATA HDD available in 120GB to 250GB storage capacities
• Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam
• 2 x 1.5 watt speakers
• 1GB RAM
• Bluetooth 2.0
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• Measures 235 x 180 x 28-42mm
• 3.5 hour battery life
• Weighs 1.3kg
• Available in either Windows XP or Windows Vista Home Basic
• Available also in Linux

It’s certainly nice to see a company introduce a netbook that doesn’t look like a traditional notebook. The GIGABYTE M912V is due out later this month and will supposedly have a price tag of $699.

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The Motorola V9x clamshell handset is apparently coming to AT&T Wireless and will support AT&T’s Navigator service which provides turn-by-turn driving directions as well as full-color moving maps. Thank goodness the V9x appears to also have an updated color scheme!

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If you’re looking for a new two channel speaker system for your PC or Mac, you might want to check out the iHome Audio iH70 computer speakers. These 15 watt speakers come with an integrated iPod dock which means one less accessory item to worry about for your PC. Specs for the iH70 include the following:

• Reson8 speaker chambers
• 15 watts of power
• Computer port
• Sync switch
• Volume controls
• Headphone jack
• Full function remote control
• Sync iPod with PC
• Measures 3.2 x 8.5 x 7.5 inches

The iH70 is compatible with the iPod mini, iPod 4th gen, all iPod nanos, iPod 5th gen, iPod classic, and the iPod touch. About the only downer to the iHome Audio iH70 is the MSRP which is $149.99.

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HTC has developed a CDMA version of the Touch Diamond smartphone and one of the first customers to get this phone is TELUS Mobility in Canada. According to the product webpage, the CDMA version of the Touch Diamond features:

• High resolution 2.8 inch VGA touchscreen display
• TouchFLO 3D user interface
• 3.2 megapixel camera with video capture and auto focus
• Speakerphone
• Voice recorder and voice notes
• TELUS mobile email, Navigator, Applications Storefront
• Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
• Opera Mobile web browser
• Bluetooth 2.0
• Wi-Fi
• EV-DO Rev A network support
• Measures 101 x 51 x 14 mm

The HTC Touch Diamond will be coming out soon and will cost $449.99 without a contract ($349.99 with a 2 year contract).

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Here’s another review of the MSI Wind notebook - this time it’s from the folks at CrunchGear and this is what they had to say about the system:

The price is right, the performance is right, and the portability is so right that it’s somehow wrong (in a right kind of way). I’m really impressed with this machine — MSI has a winner on its hands.

Awesome.. now if somehow someone could get their hands on this notebook here in the U.S.

Oh yes.. if you’re expecting to get the six cell battery version of the Wind, you’ll have to wait until August. Apparently the LG plant fire from March did a number on battery production. In the meantime, you can supposedly get the three cell version of the Wind but I’ve yet to find someplace that has them in stock.  Truth is, if MSI doesn’t get the stock issues straightened out, they’re going to leave themselves open to an onslaught from the likes of Dell (and really any other major vendor looking to break into the cheap ultra-portable market).

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