Ultra Cool Gadgets

Sony’s gaming powerhouse marries cutting-edge, hi-def gaming with massive multimedia potential. An excellent Blu-ray player makes it a must for HD cinema buffs as well as gamers, and it now supports an 80-gig hard drive on the base model and motion-sensitive wireless DualShock 3 controllers. The fact that you can also stream content from it to your PSP is the cherry on the top.

Product Features:
* Includes PlayStation 3 80 GB system, Dualshock 3 wireless controller, and free PlayStaion Network membership.
* Internet ready Wi-Fi.
* 80 GB of hard disk storage for all your games, music, videos, and photos.
* Built-in Blu-ray player to give you the best high-definition viewing experience and pristine picture quality.
* Play your entire catalog of CDs and DVDs.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TWO VERSIONS OF PS3
1: Version A (MGS pack) is backward compatible with PS2 games while this one is NOT (they are both backward compatible with PS1 games however.)
2: Version A has 4 USB ports as well as memory card slots, while this version has only 2 USB ports and NO memory card slots.
3: Version A has the older and larger 90nm Cell processor, while this one has the smaller (and some say more reliable) 65nm Cell processor. Power consumption on this unit is lower as well, dropping from 200 Watts to 135 watts. The end result is a machine that runs cooler and, according to all reports as well as my personal experience, much quieter. An extremely relevant factor if you watch movies with it.

The Ultimate Gaming Mouse System
Grab hold of the Microsoft® SideWinder™ X8 mouse and experience gaming thrills and performance that will blow you—and your opponents—away! This addition to Microsoft’s award-winning line of SideWinder gaming products is a complete desktop gaming system that features breakthrough Microsoft BlueTrack™ Technology, 2.4 GHz wireless, USB charging while you play, an advanced design for precise handling and fast action, adjustable feet, custom tuning—and much more.

Technical Details
* Play and Charge – Up to 30 hours of active gaming on a single charge, or use the play-and charge cable for non-stop action.
* BlueTrack Technology – World¿s most advanced tracking technology for gaming with image processing of 13,000 frames per second.
* 2.4 GHz Wireless – Built for lag-free play.
* DPI Switching – Instantly switch sensitivity between high, medium, and low with one click.
* 7 Programmable Buttons – Customize 5 programmable main buttons, plus left/right tilt, to your preference.

Features:
1. Play and Charge
2. BlueTrack Technology
3. Quick Launch Button
4. Vertical Side Buttons
5. Engineered for Speed
6. Scroll Wheel with Tilt
7. 2.4 GHz Wireless – Built for lag-free play.
8. LCD Display – Quickly view DPI settings and macro-recording icons on the mouse.
9. DPI Switching – Instantly switch sensitivity between high, medium, and low with one click.
10.Replaceable Mouse Feet – Choice of 3 different materials for glide preference.
11.7 Programmable Buttons – Customize 5 programmable main buttons, plus left/right tilt, to your preference.
12.Macro Record – Easily record macros while in game with the dedicated button.

Specifications:
* Resolution: 250–4000 dpi (BlueTrack™ Technology)
* Image Processing: 13000 frames per second
* Max Acceleration: 75 G
* Max Speed: 120 inches per second
* USB Reporting: Full-speed, 500 Hz
* Feet: 3 sets of different mouse feet (for glide preference)
* Wireless Play: Up to 30 hours
System Requirements
* Windows Vista®/Windows XP
o 100 MB
* USB Port
* CD drive
PROS:
1.Best cordless system imaginable.
2.No.Lag.at all.
3.Button placement 10/10.
4.Button and wheel “click” feel 10/10.

CONS:
1.Clicker is very slippery.
2.Tracking is jumpy / jittery.
3.Rear bottom of mouse curves up. This causes it to do wheelies if you put much weight on the back of the mouse. This is very easy due to the tall hump at the rear of the unit.

Xbox 360 sets a new pace for digital entertainment. More than just a cutting-edge game system, Xbox 360 also integrates high-definition video, DVD movie playback, digital music, photos, and online connectivity into one sleek, small tower.
Xbox 360 is much smaller than its predecessor–it measures approximately 3.3 by 12.2 by 10.2 inches and weighs 7.7 lbs. It’s powered by custom IBM PowerPC-based CPU with three symmetrical cores each running at 3.2 GHz. It also carries a custom ATI graphics processor 10 MB of embedded DRAM. This is powerful enough to draw 500 million triangles per second. In other words, it makes for great looking games in standard TV definition, and even better thanks to built-in support for HDTV 1080i televisions. It also supports the widescreen 16:9 format.
The unit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the game media and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. For game-save and media storage this console package includes a 120GB hard drive. Along with storing files, the hard drive will make the Xbox 360 backward-compatible with part of the existing Xbox game library.

Product Features
Edition: Elite 120GB w/ Kung Fu Panda and Indiana Jones

* Premium black finish
* 120GB hard drive
* Sleek black finish wireless controller
* HDMI lets you get HD video (up to 1080p)
* Includes 2 games – LEGO Indiana Jones and Kung Fu Panda

Customer feedback:

1. For me, new owner, the first thing was the large 120gb HDD. I’m a moderately hardcore gamer, and don’t want to have to think twice about space left on my hard drive. However, now there is the 60gb version which should be great for most people. But if you look at the price of the 120gb HDD alone ($150), the Elite is a much better deal.
The HDMI output was the second major deciding factor for me as I wanted the best possible picture from my games and movies. Plus my TV has more HDMI ports than component cable connections.
Also, right now the Xbox Live network is by far the strongest online gaming network. The others might and probably will catch up in the future, but right now Xbox live is the top online gaming network. So being able to play online with family and friends right now was important. Not many people have a PS3, which means that A: play games offline, or online by yourself; or B: make new online friends in a small gaming network. I chose the Xbox.

2. Overall, the system is great–they did much better this time around when compared to the original Xbox. There are tons of great games, and you can download all kinds of demos, stream Netflix movies, and harass your friends online. I do have a few qualms though, which are mostly related to the greediness that I perceive Microsoft to have. I was really excited about the fact that the Wii had a built in wireless networking card (though the online options for that system are scant at best). Nonetheless, I thought that it was a great move, particularly having grown up in the time of the original Nintendo that came packaged with a few controllers, a light gun, the system, all of the necessary cables and a couple of games. That was awesome, just to be able to get the basic package and have an awesome time with it out of the box without having to drop a few hundred dollars more. While this bundle aimed to do this to a degree, it fell short in a few other ways: I had to drop $90 on a wireless network adapter, another $36 on a second controller, $40 on an Xbox Live membership, etc. Sure, I’m a big boy, and I make enough money to buy my own toys now, but I had to spend more than $150 beyond the cost of this bundle just to be able to play with friends (both locally and remotely).

Metallic Pink is back! The best-selling video game system in the world grabs attention with a splash of color and looks good whether it’s toted in your school backpack, pulled from your purse, or riding with you on a family trip. Metallic Rose made its debut as a limited-edition bundle and now it’s back again to round-out the Nintendo DS Lite palette of available colors. It joins Polar White, Coral Pink, Onyx, Crimson/Black, and Cobalt/Black. Now there’s a Nintendo DS color to complement any outfit.
The Nintendo DS Lite is a high-powered handheld video game system in a sleek folding design loaded with features for a unique gaming experience. The color screens are now even brighter and the lower touch screen provides a totally new way of playing and controlling games. Use the built-in wireless mode to share games, chat or even play multiplayer games on-line via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Play impressive 3-D rendered Nintendo DS games and play all your favorite Game Boy Advance games in single player mode. Nintendo DS Lite comes with a variety of distinctive changes that set it apart from the original: It’s less than two-thirds the size of the original Nintendo DS and more than 20 percent lighter. Its two bright screens can be adjusted to four levels to adapt to different lighting conditions and to extend battery power. The microphone sits in the center of the unit and the LED lights are clearly visible whether the unit is open or closed. The stylus is 1 centimeter longer and 1 millimeter thicker than the stylus of the original and slides into a side storage slot. The Start and Select buttons were repositioned for easier access. A removable cover keeps the Game Boy Advance cartridge slot clear from dust and debris when it’s not in use. With the Nintendo DS Headset, you can talk and chat over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or voice command games.

Product Features
Color Name: Metallic Rose

* DS Lite doesn’t just play DS games – it also features an additional port for Game Boy Advance Game Paks
* Get up to 19 hours continuous gameplay on one charge
* Ready to take on the world? With Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can connect wirelessly, chat with friends while you play and compete with Nintendo DS owners across the globe. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game
* Twin ultra bright LCD screens that combine crisp, punchy colors, along with touch-screen technology on the lower screen
* Powerful dual processors bring 3D graphics to life with lightning-fast rendering

Customer feedback:

1. Perhaps the most welcome change to the DS Lite is the screen. The original DS screen was not exactly bright. In fact, it was, in comparison the DS Lite, rather dark. Games like Metroid Prime Hunters were darker than they had to be. On this new screen, the difference in how bright the games appear really shows. Not only that but, you can adjust the brightness if need be. It doesn’t really affect the battery life, either. You can play the DS Lite for as long as you played the original. And also like the original, it charges while you play.
Another welcome difference is the touch screen itself. These screens last a lot longer than the original DS. Those who have an original DS no doubt experienced a lot of scratches on their screen from their stylus. To the point where it was noticeable. You could still see the screen, but it was apparent that the stylus was doing a number on it. The screen is more protected here. The stylus doesn’t scratch the screen quite as easily. In other words, the touch screen lasts a lot longer.

2. Pros
+ Awesome cobalt-blue and black color scheme – looks almost royal blue or purple!
+ Black base is a more grip-able matte finish that doesn’t smudge and holds well in your hand
+ Nice design – thin DS Lite form factor you know and love
+ Brighter screen with better contrast than previous generation
+ Less than two-thirds the size of the original Nintendo DS and 20 percent lighter
+ Well placed microphone in the center of the unit
+ Well placed LED lights visible when the unit is open or closed, indicating power on and low battery
+ Wi-fi connectivity allows for DS Download Play and Muli-card play
+ Works with original DS games and GameBoy Advance games
+ Lower price point than competing portables like the PSP ($130 versus $170)
+ Great selection of low priced games to add to your collection!
+ Great game selection for adults, particularly learning and puzzle games
+ Multi-player wireless game play for games like MarioParty and New Super Mario offers great fun!!
+ Convenient stylus storage slot on the right underside of the unit
+ Awesome battery life that only requires recharging after many days of use!!!
+ Cool (though seldom used) novelty app called PictoChat for DS to DS chatting
+ Availability of add-on programs for wireless web surfing and other apps
+ Great accessories market, but beware low quality providers such as Switch&Carry (BD&A)

Cons
- GameBoy Advance game slot leaves cartridges sticking out and not flush
- Shiny cobalt top still attracts smudges – no biggie
- Reports of common issues with hinge cracking from regular use; time will tell if it’s been fixed
- Somewhat slow start-up with DS Download play
- Some cheapo accessories are Nintendo certified: AVOID Switch&Carry (BD&A), stick with Pelican!!!!
- Limited built-in configuration settings (only military time format????)
- Need to exit games to access key configuration settings like brightness, etc.
- Colors produced in limited quantities and sell out too quickly!!!!