Laptop Accessories
TSA-Approved Laptop Bag Solo CheckFast
In this season of family and friends, traveling and waiting in lines at airport checkpoints, the best gift you can give yourself is the TSA-approved Solo CheckFast laptop bag. The CheckFast laptop bag has two big advantages over other laptop carriers - it's TSA friendly, and it's designed for the ultra-mobile laptop. Made of Twistec Poly material, the CheckFast laptop bag measures 11 by 7 by 4.75 inches, so any laptop 11 inches or smaller will find its home here. The CheckFast laptop bag meets Travel Sentry guidelines for checkpoint-friendly screening, and features an unfolding "lay-flat" design so you can easily open 'er up without having to unpack anything – which is a good thing because this bag gives you plenty of room for accessories. Once you've floated through the X-ray line, the CheckFast laptop bag features a cushioned and adjustable handle and an adjustable removable shoulder strap for comfortable carrying. Best of all, the CheckFast laptop bag retails for just $35. Solo.
Posted on December 29, 2008 2:00 PM | Permalink
Hot Laptop Coolers Thermaltake Xaser S1000 and Tai-Chi S
The Thermaltake Xaser S1000 laptop cooler is a hot new accessory that's for the laptopper who has everything. Designed to accommodate laptops from 12 to 15 inches, the Xaser S1000 laptop cooler features a sleek black aluminum design with a pair of 70mm blue LED fans. The Xaser S1000 laptop cooler's design pulls air from dual suction vents and directs it toward the base of the laptop, quickly cooling it down when things get hot to improve your laptop's performance. The adjustable-speed fans run quietly, and are powered via your laptop's USB.
For something a little larger, another cool gadget is the Thermaltake Tai-Chi S laptop cooler. The Tai-Chi S accommodates laptop from 12 up to 17 inches, and cools them using a passive, fanless method. With a design that's based on the "chimney effect," the Tai-Chi S laptop cooler features hollow aluminum tunnels that pull cool air in while releasing the heat generated by your laptop. The cool gun-metal finish and ergonomic advantage to laptop positioning make the Tai-Chi S laptop cooler a much-have.
Posted on December 24, 2008 11:37 AM | Permalink
Adeline Wool Felt Mini Laptop Sleeve for your Ultra-mobile Laptop
Give your ultra-mobile laptop a warm, wool home this winter with the Adeline Wool Felt Mini Laptop Sleeve. This specially small laptop sleeve is available in a festive red color, or a classic charcoal grey with a black corduroy lining, elastic strips and black wooden buttons. The Wool Felt Mini Laptop Sleeve fits your Asus, Dell and MSI ultra-mobile laptop like a glove, and is definitely a must-have this season, because every laptop – no matter how small – needs a cozy home. Buy the Wool Felt Mini Laptop Sleeve for $49 at House of Adeline.
Posted on December 11, 2008 1:49 PM | Permalink
Logitech Comfort Lapdesk – Cool Portable Laptop Desk
It's sleek and modern-looking, and most importantly, comfortable. The Logitech Comfort Lapdesk is a portable, lightweight laptop desk that sits snugly in your lap. The design in easily mobile, so you can take it wherever you go. The Comfort Lapdesk features a four-layer heat-shielding design which protects your lap from heat generated by your laptop. This cool little laptop accessory also features a twelve-degree riser that positions your laptop at an ergonomically correct angle, minimizing neck and back pain while you’re at work or play. The soft, air-mesh fabric of the Comfort Lapdesk is comfortable in your lap, and the thin, streamlined profile will look great in your lap or in any room. Buy the Comfort Lapdesk for $39.99. Logitech.
Posted on December 11, 2008 8:10 AM | Permalink
Brando USB Notebook Cooling Pad + 3-Port Hub + 2.5" HDD
The king of cool laptop gadgets, Brando, has released a new multi-function must-have for the computer geek on the go. The Brando USB Notebook Cooling Pad + 3-Port Hub + 2.5" HDD is one of those laptop essentials that rids your work space of clutter and disarray with its cool all-in-one design. The USB Notebook Cooling Pad + 3-Port Hub + 2.5" HDD features a large laptop cooler with quiet dual fans, powered by USB as well as an external source. The gadget also features a 2.5-inch SATA HDD docking station with a capacity up to 250GB, and a three-port USB 2.0 hub. The USB Notebook Cooling Pad + 3-Port Hub + 2.5" HDD retails for $33. Brando.
Posted on December 3, 2008 2:57 PM | Permalink
Cool Thanko USB-Powered Lunch Bag
Thanksgiving Day means many things to many people, but one association we all share is leftovers – the succulent turkey, the sweet potatoes and the stuffing to look forward to in the coming days (and weeks). The Thanko USB-Powered Lunch Bag is definitely something to be thankful for, ensuring piping hot leftover lunches while you’re hard at work. Simply plug this cool lunch bag into your laptop’s USB port, and the integrated heating mechanism keeps your food steaming at 60°C come chowtime. Bon appetite! Thanko
via Ubergizmo
Posted on November 27, 2008 3:12 PM | Permalink
Vantec Laptop Docking Station
Sometimes laptopping isn’t as simple as flicking the “on” switch. The new Vantec Laptop Docking Station offers an all-in-one solution to plugging in peripherals and keeping your desktop organized, and comes complete with video output. The Laptop Docking Station features two front USB 2.0 ports, and is compatible with Windows 2000, XP and Vista operating systems; supports widescreen display settings; supports Extended Desktop, Mirror and Primary Modes; and boasts four USB 2.0 ports for your peripherals, audio in and out, one network port for 10/100 Base-T Ethernet RJ-45 connector, and a Kensington security slot. The handy-dandy Laptop Docking Station will be available starting in December, at a yet-undisclosed price. Vantec.
Posted on November 24, 2008 3:15 PM | Permalink
Arbella My Cool Table USB Laptop Stand and Cooler Combo
If you’re looking for the latest in cool gadgets, it doesn’t get much cooler than the new Arbella My Cool Table USB laptop stand and cooler. This handy gadget is your all-in-one laptop station for comfort and convenience. Lightweight and portable, the My Cool Table laptop stand weighs just 2.5 pounds and folds down to measure 18 by 11 by 1.1 inches. The adjustable height and angle ensures an optimal viewing position for the laptopper, and two built-in USB fans keep your laptop cool when you’re hot on a roll with work or play. The My Cool Table USB laptop stand and cooler retails at a price of $49.95. Arbella.
Posted on November 22, 2008 10:54 AM | Permalink
Designed by Women, for Women – Stylish New Mobile Edge ScanFast Checkpoint-Friendly Laptop Bags
Mobile Edge has designed some snazzy laptop bags, just for the fashion-forward, jet-setting, laptopping gal. The Mobile Edge ScanFast laptop bag is TSA approved, so you can sail through those airport checkpoints with ease, and you can do it in style! "As the industry leader in fashion-inspired women's laptop carrying cases, we are proud to be the first to introduce checkpoint-friendly laptop cases designed specifically for women," says G. David Cartwright, President and CEO of Mobile Edge. "Women are tired of traveling with generic, masculine cases and we are pleased to offer a stylish alternative for today’s female road warriors." The ScanFast line of laptop bags – designed for women, by women – comes in a trio of stylish options: the Onyx ScanFast Briefcase, the Onyx ScanFast Backpack and a newly redesigned ScanFast Element Briefcase. The ScanFast checkpoint-friendly laptop bags will start shipping in late November at a suggested retail price of $99.99. Mobile Edge.
Posted on November 19, 2008 6:15 PM | Permalink
Funky Laptop Cases Featured on Gizmodo
Looking for a cozy place to put your laptop to bed? Try the Napbook laptop case on for size. This handmade, plush laptop case features plenty of padding to keep your prized possession safe from the bumps and bruises of travel, and when nap-time is neigh, just rest your head and get some shuteye. The Napbook is designed by Hafsteinn Juliusson
via Gizmodo
For the laptopper with a sense of humor, the My Document laptop sleeve will get a snicker or two. Designed to accommodate 15.4-inch laptops, this witty laptop sleeve will be your fave laptop accessory. The My Document laptop sleeve, made in Taiwan, is now available in the U.S. at a retail price of $29.99 through ThinkGeek.
via Gizmodo
Posted on November 15, 2008 11:43 PM | Permalink
Bigger & Brighter USB Flex Neck Laptop Light
If you’re the laptopper who has to have all the latest and greatest gadgets, the unique Bigger & Brighter USB Flex Neck Laptop Light is a must in your collection. Now, you can type by the light of your clip-on laptop lamp that goes where you go. When not in use it easily packs up into your laptop bag or pocket. The USB Flex Neck Laptop Light features a versatile, flexible neck that can be angled to your choosing. The two bright LEDs illuminate your workspace without disturbing others in the room. Buy the USB Flex Neck Laptop Light for $19.99. Bigger & Brighter.
Posted on November 10, 2008 3:06 PM | Permalink
New Compact Microsoft Arc Mouse, Great for Laptops and Travel
For a cool, compact mouse that combines fashion and function with portability, check out the Microsoft Arc Mouse. Named for its unique shape – which is also its claim to fame – the Arc Mouse features an innovative curved, hinged design that lets you fold the mouse down to half its size, making it the perfect laptop accessory. But convenience doesn’t mean a compromise on quality. The 2.4GHz wireless Arc Mouse comes equipped with four buttons, a scroll wheel, a laser sensor, and it boasts Microsoft IntelliPoint 6.3 software. The Arc Mouse was just released last month in a slick, glossy red or black finish, and is now available at a retail price of $60. Microsoft.
Posted on October 29, 2008 3:39 PM | Permalink
Travel-Friendly Tom Bihn Checkpoint Flyer Laptop Bag
The traveling laptopper will certainly appreciate the Tom Bihn Checkpoint Flyer laptop bag – a checkpoint-friendly laptop bag that’s as stylish as it is practical. The Checkpoint Flyer laptop bag is TSA approved, offering airport security a clear view of the laptop without the hassle of unpacking the laptop bag. If you can’t leave home without your laptop accessories, the Checkpoint Flyer has a place for those too. The laptop bag features a front flap with splash-proof zippered pockets to store your power cables, cell phone or MP3 player. Two mesh pockets at the on the sides offer easy access to your super-small carry-ons. At the rear of the bag, you’ll find another pair of pockets ideal for storing magazines or paper files. The Checkpoint Flyer checkpoint-friendly laptop bag is made of U.S. 1050 denier ballistic nylon and 500 denier Cordura nylon, so it offers not just style, but durability too. Buy the Tom Bihn Checkpoint Flyer laptop bag for $220. Tom Bihn.
Posted on October 10, 2008 7:25 PM | Permalink
The Comfort of Laptopping – i-Sleep Portable Laptop Pillow
Laptops make is possible to work anywhere. So to increase productivity, the natural progression is the portable power nap, courtesy of the i-Sleep portable laptop pillow. Designer Ivonne Dippmann designed the portable i-Sleep pillow to inflate when your laptop is closed, signaling that it's quitting time. The laptop pillow fills with warm air and music – a sure-fire recipe for 40 winks. After 10 minutes is up, an alarm will sound, marking your return from Slumber Town. When you open your laptop, the pillow deflates and it’s back to the grind. Ivonne Dippmann
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Posted on October 8, 2008 2:55 PM | Permalink
Made for Macs – Targus Chill Mat Laptop Cooling Pad
Targus – the king of the cool must-have laptop accessories – has released something to make MacBook users swoon. The new Targus Chill Mat laptop cooling pad is a pretty cool gadget – figuratively, and literally. The Chill Mat boasts a mesh top with a comfort tilt technology that lets you position your laptop for optimal comfort during endless hours of use, while the dual USB fans keep your laptop – and your lap – cool as a cucumber. The Chill Mat accommodates MacBook laptops up to 17 inches, and can be yours for just $50. Targus.
Posted on October 7, 2008 4:31 PM | Permalink