Archive for the ‘Computers’ Category

Madden 09 PSP Entertainment Pack

Tuesday, August 12th, 2008

MaddenIf you are a portable gaming guru, you must get your hands on the limited edition Madden 09’ PSP Entertainment Pack. This great buy includes a metallic blue PSP-2000 system (with 64GB of internal memory) which is the slimmest and lightest version of all PSP’s, Madden NF 09’, NFL: In Just One Play UMD Video, 1 GB memory Stick, and more. The newest addition to the PSP console incorporates a 180 degree defensive camera, out of game practice settings, 3 playbooks (depending on skill), and the option of wirelessly connecting up to 16 consoles for some serious NFL game play. If you an amateur looking for some pro level skills, you can always enlist the help of Intelligent Coach Tips for some instant feedback on your strategy. Through the use of Hi-Fi sound, you can also get a true appreciation for bone crushing tackles and cheers, not to mention an inside look at the NFL when watching In Just One Play. Various featured players in the Sony PSP limited edition Madden 09’ version include L.T, Adrian Peterson, Randy Moss, Reggie Wayne and other monsters in the NFL! Prepare yourself for an all out grid iron experience on a crystal clear 4.3” LCD display… it may help you students get through some of those boring classes.

The Kodak EasyShare V1273

Tuesday, August 12th, 2008

kodak easyshareYou see a great moment, a moment that you want to save forever with your camera. You point, shoot, and look to the display, only to see a blurry low res image. The moment is gone and the picture just did not do any justice. If this has happened to you, it may be time to upgrade to the Kodak EasyShare V1273. This 12 megapixel HD Camera takes pictures with extreme clarity by using a 3x zoom lens with optical stabilization. That means regardless of camera shake by the photographer or motion by the object, every picture will have drastically reduced blur. Aside from crystal clear images in various print sizes, The EasyShare also has the ability to capture HD quality video, e-mail still shots, and can even be purchased with a docking station in order to view photos on a HDTV. One of the best features of this Kodak camera however, is the touch screen LCD display. Never before has it been this easy to crop, edit, view, enhance, and organize pictures! Just slide your finger across the display to move to the next picture, or navigate the menu screen in order to take pictures in different modes. Overall the Kodak EasyShare is a great (lightweight) way to capture those moments, and at a great price.

Bamboo Pen Tablet

Monday, August 11th, 2008

bamboo pen tabletThe purpose of the Bamboo Pen Tablet is the ability to give all your forms of e-communication a real personal touch. The tablet takes you away from the regular (and boring) fonts and sizes, and allows you to express yourself in various ways, which would otherwise be impossible. With this great device, you are now able to mark up documents, hand write emails, jot notes down for later, and put down hand written text as long as the program accepts text. You are even able to draw sketches and insert them onto a text document for a fun and interesting new way of reading documents. Oddly, the Pen Tablet will feel very much like using a regular pen on paper, and it has up to 512 levels of pressure sensitivity in order to create your exact lines and writing style. The Bamboo Pen Tablet will work on regular and widescreen displays as well as on both Microsoft and Mac operating systems. There are many other great features for the tablet such as easy touch navigation, finger sensitive zooming, and a quickly attachable USB cable for instant use. Overall, the Bamboo tablet is the perfect opportunity for any person who is tired of the regular look of text, and wants to add a little creativity to the mix. 

John Madden Football 09

Monday, August 11th, 2008

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Who hasn’t been desperately waiting for the new Madden 09 game, lord knows I have. Sports enthusiasts or just regular gamers, all can agree there is something extremely special about Madden Football. After all, it is hard to argue the fact that EA’s Madden has never been rivaled by any other console football game in the history of games (techno bowl yeah yea). Hold your breadth for about 15 more hours, and you too can get the new Madden shipped out to you. The 09’ version is offered for XBOX 360, PS2, PS3, Nintendo Wii and DS, and it even comes in both regular and collectors editions. All the hype is pretty much well worth it considering this is the first time John Madden Football 09 will actually adapt to you! The game itself will begin to understand the level of your game play, and modify itself in order to produce the most thrilling games yet. Not to mention you will be enjoying jaw dropping graphics, updated buttons and moves, the integration of your very own plays, and much much more. Both Madden Football 09’ and the Collectors Edition will without a doubt be the most sought after game of the new year. 

Comcast Wii Deal

Monday, August 11th, 2008

comcastIf you haven’t heard already, Comcast Cable has just become my favorite cable provider. Why might you ask? Well, only because now when you sign up for Comcast Preferred Plus or Comcast Premier Triple you can also receive a FREE Nintendo Wii. Yes, the same system that has been eluding electronic stores across the country can now easily be yours just by watching TV or talking on your phone. This offer is for the advantage to new subscribers (so it is perfect for all those back to schoolers) but it is only occurring while supplies last! The good news is that this offer is going out to people residing in major areas such as in/around Miami, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, Houston, and many others. Perhaps soon it will be offered completely nationwide? This Comcast Wii deal is absolute perfection for any gamer who is desperate for a little interactive game play, and who needs a new subscription for Cable. Lets just put this into perspective for a moment, along with receiving Comcast High Speed Internet, Digital Cable, Digital Voice, and free equipment, you ALSO get a free Nintendo Wii. This package is really a no brainer. 

Texas Instruments Calculators

Friday, August 8th, 2008

Texas Instruments CalculatorsOne of the most trusted calculator names in math classrooms across the country is Texas Instruments Calculators. Varying from scientific, to graphing, to financially based calculators, Texas Instruments are of the easiest to use, and most durable on the market. The Texas Instruments TI-89 Titanium Graphing Calculator for example. A standard in many high school and college level stat classes, this particular calculator will easily handle calc, algebra, statistics, matrices, and many other fun ways of numerical analysis. Now there is no point in going through all the stages of finding the correct answer, only to get it wrong due to a small screen. To help for clear and accurate graphs and numbers, the TI-89 has a very easy to read 100×160 pixel display, and will even give split screen views. For speed, Texas Instruments gave this puppy 188KB Ram and 2.7 MB of flash memory, not to mention USB technology in order to easily share information with other calculators and computers. The TI-89 Titanium Graphing Calculator is backed with a 1 year guarantee and is currently being sold for a fantastic low price at Amazon.com

Western Digital 320GB Portable Hard Drive

Friday, August 8th, 2008

Western Digital 320GB Portable Hard DriveWith the amount of music, movies, pictures, word docs, and software that is floating around, students are running out of hard drive space faster than ever before on their college PC. In order to “uncramp” the computers style, it is a great idea to purchase a Western Digital 320GB Portable Hard Drive. This My Passport Essential Hard Drive is no bigger then a set of keys and only weighs a few ounces, yet is the perfect option for storage/backing up your entire system. We all know what it feels like to watch our computer (and all of our precious data) crash away to computer heaven, it is a less then pleasant experience. Compact and super light, the Western Digital makes it extremely easy to use as there is no CD software to install. Just plus in the hard drive using the included USB 2.0 cable and any software necessary will automatically load from the drive itself. Another nice little feature of the Western Digital 320GB Portable Hard drive, is that the drive is powered by the USB bus, which means no other separate power supply is necessary. This portable hard drive is perfect for any student or PC owner who needs quality storage space at a great price.

Gateway Notebook Computer

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

Gateway notebookStudents going back to school are always looking for the best deal possible, especially when it comes to computers. So, if you are in the market for a new machine, I suggest checking in on CompUSA and the excellent price on their Gateway Notebook Computer. This is strictly while supplies last, but the Gateway T-1628 Notebook PC is currently being offered with an instant savings of $320 making the price an astonishing $579.99. So whats under the hood? This notebook PC has 3GB of memory, a 2.0 GHz processor, integrated wireless technology, 3 USB ports, a dual layer optical drive, of course a glorious 14.1″ display, and a whole bunch of other nice little treats. This Gateway Notebook Computer also is HDMI capable which means you are able to receive the highest definition picture and sound quality! For the student (college or otherwise) who needs a bit of an upgrade, this is the perfect opportunity for a high powered machine at

College Survival Guide

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

Geneva FutonKids going back to campus may already know what they need to bring along, but what about all those naive freshman? In order to get a nice grip on the goods you need, check out the Amazon.com College Survival Guide. Perhaps you are heading to an on/off campus apartment, or maybe it’s the dorms for you this year. Either way, chances are pretty good that you are going to have a limited amount of space to work with for furniture, electronics, and appliances. Keeping in mind that in this case size really does matter, you may want to look into a Natural Air Mini Room Purifier (and yes your dorm will prob need it), a Matte Beanbag Chair, a Geneva Full Futon, or an Over the Door Organizer by Richard Homewares. Staying compact and organized is absolutely key when dealing with limited space! As a rule of thumb, always check with your new roomate(s) to find out what they are bringing along, as you never want to get stuck moving a piece of furniture that will already be there. The Amazon College Survival Guide will also help students with a college budget planner and other financial help for undergrads.

Kingston 8GB Flash Drive

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

Kingston 8GB Flash DriveIn today’s world, students need unlimited access to their docs, tunes, and various other types of media. The best way to keep this info handy (aside from having to carry a laptop around), is with a solid state Kingston 8GB Flash Drive. The 8GB Data Traveler USB has enough storage for any student, and is a highly convenient way to keep info close to the chest. 100% tested for reliability, the Data Traveler is no bigger than a pocket knife, yet will be able to hold mass amounts of storage and cross both Mac and PC platforms. With the package comes the flash drive itself, along with simple to read instructions. However if the instruction manual doesn’t work, free technical support is available for those out there who find simple clicking and dragging a bit of a difficulty! The Kingston 8GB Flash Drive is “backwards compatible” for yesterday’s computers, and it is extremely easy to format and encrypt for potential sensitive data.

Philips Wireless iPod Docking Station

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008

Philips Wireless iPod Docking StationA perfect idea for kids going back to college, the Philips Wireless iPod Docking Station is exactly the size and quality for great music listening. As docking stations go, the Philips has some of the best features available. Included is Bluetooth technology, which means you are able to stream music from a cell phone, computer, or any other bluetooth ready device from up to 30 feet away. A perfect distance for any dorm room dweller, the docking station will also read mp3’s off of flash drives/USB storage devices AND give you the ability to write that music to and from a CD/mp3 player at 2x speed! Beyond the 30 Watts of stereo output and a Dynamic Bass Boost to keep those low notes resonating, the Philips Wireless iPod Docking Station is a great way to get out of bed. Keep in mind students are notoriously staying up late for all of those….. late night study sessions? Therefore, they may really need the included alarm clock in order to get in gear for the A.M classes. Overall, this is a very sensible iPod Speaker Docking Station which will not hit the wallet hard, yet has many features unlike many other docks like it. Check it out today for a great back to school gift!

Amazon Kindle

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008

Amazon KindleOne of the newest electronic reading devices on the market has truly made some excellent headway in terms of clarity, simplicity, and variety. The new Amazon Kindle is a lightweight (10.3oz.) e-book reader which utilizes an exclusive “electronic paper display” for superior quality. The screen creates a higher resolution display which looks and reads like real paper, AND (unlike every other e-reader) is still legible even in direct sunlight. The Kindle also uses a high speed data network to constantly keep you connected to your favorite journals, newspapers, book downloads, and more, all without monthly bills or necessary “hot spots”. Choose from over 145,000 online books (including NY Times best sellers), plus your favorite magazines and newspapers like Time, Newsweek, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and even international papers. You will even have access to over 350 of the most entertaining blogs from The Onion, BoingBoing, The Huffington Post, TechCrunch, all of which are updated wirelessly throughout the day. The Amazon Kindle allows you to easily send and view Word documents and pictures, will give you access to Wikipedia.org, will hold over 200 titles, and has only a 2 hour recharge time!

Palm TX Handheld

Monday, August 4th, 2008

Palm TX HandheldIf you are a college student soon to be headed back to campus, there is no better way to keep your scholastic (and social) life in order then with a Palm TX Handheld. With built in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, hot spots will give you instant access to web browsing, email, and even documents from your home computer using the latest WiFile LT Software. You will also have access to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents in case you need to make last minute updates/changes when you are on the go. For those of you who may be professionals but still want a little fun, the Palm TX is also an Mp3 player which has built in capabilities for picture and video viewing. you are able to pick up a range of popular tv shows, sports, news, and other forms of entertainment all while looking sharp and business like. The Palm TX Handheld offers roughly 100MB of flash memory strictly for files and software, and comes with a memory card slot in order to upgrade some space. Included in this package is the Palm TX Handheld, Palm software for Desktop Windows and Mac, USB Sync Cable, Power Adapter, and much more.

Comcast Triple Play

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Comcast Triple PlayWhen you are in the midst of moving, you are without a doubt going to need the use of a phone, cable, and internet. Especially college students who rely so much on computers and the web, Comcast Triple Play combines these three features into one low monthly cost. As of today (8/1) when you participate in this program, you will automatically receive $325 cash back, and free equipment/multimedia package. What is the point of receiving these services through multiple companies and paying a premium? Quickly enjoy Comcast High Speed Internet connections along with Comcast Digital Cable and Digital Voice, all in time for the back to school season (and manage your bills at the same time). Call up today to find out where the Comcast Triple Play is offered, and to see if there are any other rebates associated with the package.

Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 3000

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 3000Nobody wants a dorm full of wires! It is time to cut back on the tripping and entanglement hazards, with a nice Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 3000. A keyboard and mouse combo pack, both pieces of hardware are highly ergo dynamic (cutting down on hand and finger fatigue) and incorporates “hot keys” for single stroke access to your most used programs. You will also be able to enjoy a 4 way scrolling ability, which makes browsing and navigating a much simpler process. Looking back at my old dorm rooms, I know for a fact that you are not given a huge amount of space to utilize. The Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 3000 is a great way to help maximize desk space, as you only need to plug in the USB receiver for anywhere access! Included in this package is a users manual, keyboard and mouse, USB receiver installation software, and 4 AA batteries.

Laptops For College

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Laptops For CollegeEvery year newer and newer technologies are being introduced to college level students. Most of all assignments given will require an upgraded laptop, and some even necessitate a very high powered machine in order to be done properly. If you are in the market for a new computer, check out the excellent variety of Laptops for College Best Buy is currently offering. Regardless if you are a Microsoft user or Mac, these are going to be some of the best prices on high performance operating systems and hard drives in one location. It all depends on budget, however a laptop like ACER will start (as of 8/1) at only $499.99 and that is stocked with 2GB of RAM (upgradeable to 4 GB), 160 GB hard drive space, and a DVD±RW/CD-RW drive. Or you can gop to the opposite end of the playing field with the ever popular Macbook Pro 17″ display with the Intel Core2 Duo mobile processor, 250 GB of hard drive space, and a 2.5GHz speed. No matter what you have to spend, Best Buy knows that you will need a great selection of laptops for college, and all at a great price.

Samsung Instinct

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Samsung InstinctThe rival to Apples iPhone 3G takes the shape of the brand new Samsung Instinct. Utilizing touch screen technology, this new addition to the Samsung family allows you instant access to the web, gps locations, streaming audio and video (through “Sprint TV” and “Sprint Music”), and much more. This phone (unlike many others like it) actually has expandable memory by use of the memory card slot, and a 2.0 mega pixel camea/video to capture all those funny moments! This phone uses particularly high broadband speeds to help virtually eliminate the loading time for websites, and through motion based technology, the display will change to suit your needs. If you want, you can customize all the menus on the display with a few simple finger strokes, or you can just train the phone to perform operations hands free! Included in this package is a USB cable, battery, wall charger, stylus, stereo headset w/an adapter, leather case, and a 512mb memory card, pretty much everything you need to get going! Along with the physical features, the Samsung Instinct has tons of personal touches like various ring tones, downloadable content, and customizable graphics. Try yours out today for a great low introductory rate.

Kodak Easyshare Wireless Digital Frame

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Kodak Easyshare Wireless Digital FrameRegular old picture frames are quickly becoming a thing of the past. In fact, even last years “digi frames” are seeing tremendous upgrades in style, ability, and sharpness. If you are looking towards the future of framed pictures, you are going to need the Kodak Easyshare Wireless Digital Frame. This 10″ 16:9 wide screen digi frame is superior in quality, color, and utility. The frame itself uses Kodak lighting technology to drastically increase the the clarity of the photo, as well as the viewing angle for all to enjoy. It also incorporates Wi-Fi capabilities which means 1.) access to photos from any PC is a quick and easy process, 2.) ability to send and receive photos directly on the frame using the Kodak picture gallery, and 3.) instant access to popular photo sharing websites. With similar iPhone technology, the Kodak frame can also be navigated with the simple touch of the hand. Cycle through pictures, access the web, create and edit slide shows, and much more, all by sliding your finger across the “Quick Touch Border”. This specific navigation location also keeps the display of the Kodak Easyshare Wireless Digital Frame clean for a perfect view every time!

Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007

Monday, July 21st, 2008

Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007One of the most important pieces of software on any home PC, is a word processor which will keep up with todays growing educational, business, and personal needs. Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 includes the latest version of Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and OneNote, giving you the edge for any project, data sheet, document, or presentation. The newest editions all feature extremely intuitive interfaces, better graphics, and (visible) commonly used commands, helping to create a fast, sharp looking document. With new and improved features for document security, such as word document retrieval during a system crash, you will never have to worry about loosing another important piece again. There is also the included “document inspector” to scan through and remove any personally identifying information, leaving nothing behind for any potential identity thief or hacker trying to learn safe passwords, codes, or forms of sensitive information. This Windows XP version requires very little by way of system requirements (256 MB RAM, 1.5 GB FREE, 500 MHz Processor), and if this happens to be your first time using Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007, there are extremely straight forward tutorials to help you create that ideal project.

Amazon Kindle

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008

Amazon KindleThere has been a lot of talk surrounding the new Amazon Kindle, and for great reason. Rival to many of the other types of e-reading devices, the light weight large screen Kindle uses an “electronic paper” display to showcase a high resolution paper like text. By creating a sharp display, you are able to read your favorite books, blogs, magazines, and (international) newspapers in direct sunlight without any glare. More than 130,000 books are available for instant download (due to constant wireless connectivity) at a fraction of the price of buying the book itself, plus you are able to hold up to 200 titles in your virtual library for access at any point. By integrating a high speed data network, the Amazon Kindle will never be out of a signal reach, which means you will always be connected to N.Y Times best sellers, famous blogs from The Onion, and important periodicals such as The Wall Street Journal, and TIME. At a mere 10.3 oz., the Kindle is an easy way to transport your favorite books and authors no matter where you go. You also have the opportunity to e-mail your word documents and pictures to the Kindle to view later on!