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CyberPower High-Speed 7-Port USB Hub

ashish — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:33:58 +0000

CyberPower’s High-Speed 7-Port USB Hub offers connectivity up to 480Mbps, which is 40 times greater than legacy hubs. Dual-speed compatibility means this hub works seamlessly with all your USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices. The CP-H720P weighs only 2.5 ounces and can be conveniently mounted with the included USB stand. Freely connect your USB devices such as: digital cameras, flash/thumb drives, personal printers, CD/DVD drives, mice, keyboards, scanners, iPods, or any other device that is USB compatible. Plug-and-Play technology ensures easy installation, and the device even comes with a flash-drive port that is quickly and easily accessible on the front of the hub. Monitoring your device activity has never been easier, with LEDs that indicate power status as well as activity on each individual port. This device is perfect for stand-alone PCs with inconveniently located USB ports, or for laptops where the additional USB ports are needed. The CP-H720P can be powered via your PC/laptop, or with the included AC power adapter.

Technical Details

- 7-port USB hub.
- Works with all USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.
- LED status indicators for each individual port.
- Plug-and-play installation.
- Lifetime warranty.

Customer Feedback

Heath Buckmaster provides a video review of the CyberPower 7 port USB 2.0 hub. It was up and running in less than 30 seconds and you’ll see what comes in the package and how easy it is to install!
While the CP-H720P does not meet this criteria, it uses that fact as an advantage. First, the housing can be mounted vertically in a weighted stand (provided) to minimize footprint. Then, it has USB downstream ports on both a forward and rearward facing edges, so that plugs for long term connections can attach to the back of the hub and the cables route out of the way, and plugs for temporary connections face forward for easy access. Arranged this way, the power and upstream plugs don’t get in the way. But the best feature is the seventh port, on the face of the housing, which is great for frequently accessed flash drives.
On the down side, not so much. The power light is an intense blue LED that lights up my workspace when the lights are off.

CyberPower High-Speed 7-Port USB Hub

ashish — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:27:03 +0000

Technical Details

- 7-port USB hub.
- Works with all USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.
- LED status indicators for each individual port.
- Plug-and-play installation.
- Lifetime warranty.

Customer Feedback

Logitech MX 518 High Performance Optical Gaming Mouse (Metal)

ashish — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 06:54:46 +0000

If you’re going to play at the highest level, you need a mouse that gives you an edge. The Logitech MX 518 Gaming-Grade Optical Mouse does exactly that with its ultra-high resolution, 1600-dpi MX Optical Engine that delivers lightning-fast response and mirror-smooth tracking. The MX 518s advantages dont stop there. You get instant, on-the-fly sensitivity adjustment that lets you switch effortlessly from pixel-precise targeting to fast-twitch acceleration, without any software. And the contoured grip ensures peak performance and comfort, even during the most intense gaming sessions.

Customer Feedback

I like this mouse a lot. With the right mouse pad (a Microthin Wow!Pad from Office Depot), this mouse glides beautifully, never seen one better. The main buttons are easy to push (only Microsoft does this right also). The forward and back side buttons are a little small but work fine. The scroll wheel is not as nice as the MS Intellimouse 4 as it still clicks and is harder to roll. Never used the tilt wheel on the MS mouse. It is gaming where this mouse shines. The mouse tracks no matter how fast I move the mouse. The mouse never sleeps so it always responds perfectly. Frankly, I have not yet found any use that I needed to change the mouse resolution (i.e. speed) but in trials that is easy to do. Feel is good, middle to small sized so fits most of my family. Cord is thin and a little stiff so it does not always lay completely flat (I have not found on that did). Very lightweight. Contoured nicely to fit the cupped hand.
Worked with Win XP as soon as I plugged it in, drivers and program loaded with no hassle.
Nice job, Logitech!

Sony HVL-HIRL IR NightShot and Video Light for Compatible Sony Camcorders

ashish — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:42:32 +0000

Sony’s HVL-HIRL video light serves two functions in one device. It works as an infrared NightShot light and 3-watt video light for Sony camcorders that fits easily as HotShoe accessory. The NightShot function works up to 23 feet, and the Super NightShot up to 66 feet. The light is powered by the camera battery, so it automatically shuts off when the handycam is put in standby mode. When it becomes dark, the HVL-HIRL has automatic and manual settings for variable light intensity. Light dimensions are 1.5 by 2.38 by 1.59 inches, and weight is 0.9 pounds. Also includes accessory pouch.

Technical Details:
Works as infrared ray light and 3-watt video light for NightShot
Fits easily as HotShoe accessory for Sony Handycams
NightShot works up to 23 feet, Super NightShot up to 66 feet
Automatic and manual settings for variable light intensity
Includes accessory pouch

Customer feedback:

1. This light is great! I keep it mounted on my video camera and I never miss a shot due to low light. The light really improves indoor shots. The IR light is an added bonus for capturing night shots that the built in IR just can’t reach.

2. I’m a member of a paranormal investigation group so IR nightshot is a must. What came with my camera (Sony HDR-HC5) was good but not as good as it could be with this attachment. I can already tell a drastic increase in the night shot capabilities. This is definitely recommended by me if you need to do anything in low light such as film paranormal anomolous activity or even just tape drunk uncle Jimmy running around the yard at night.