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    Microsoft SideWinder X8

    28 Apr 2009 11:09 AM

    Microsoft's SideWinder X8 is a marked improvement to the series, but there's more work to do yet, especially when it comes to the shape.

    Specs: Mouse

    Where to buy? $103 at 1 store

  • 5.7

    Kensington SlimBlade Trackball

    27 Apr 2009 12:37 PM

    Kensington resurrects a dying breed with the SlimBlade Trackball, but the potential of its unique shortcut buttons devolves into a mess of clumsy extra functions and awkward movements that restrict productivity.

    Specs: Mouse

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • 7.4 1

    Asus SDRW-08D1S-U External DVD-RW Drive

    07 Apr 2009 4:54 PM

    External DVD writers are never going to be exciting, but at least Asus' effort looks pretty.

    Specs: Tray , CD-R, CD+R, CD-RW, CD+RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • Logitech G13 Advanced Gameboard

    07 Apr 2009 11:01 AM

    If you haven't got enough macro keys on your current keyboard, or you're a laptop gamer, the G13 could be the add-on for you.

    Specs: Keyboard

    Where to buy? $119 to $130 at 2 stores

  • Logitech G35 Surround Sound Headset

    06 Apr 2009 4:18 PM

    If you're looking for a good headset to complement your gaming, the Logitech G35s are excellent — but keep them in stereo mode, and leave the surround sound for speakers.

    Specs: Headphones

    Where to buy? $520 to $565 at 2 stores

  • 8.3

    Wacom Intuos4

    03 Apr 2009 10:57 AM

    With a beautiful and more functional new design, Wacom's Intuos4 tablet demonstrates that a lack of competition doesn't necessarily keep you from innovating.

    Where to buy? $303 to $1,155 at 4 stores

  • 7.5 1

    Crayola EZ Type Keyboard

    23 Mar 2009 3:02 PM

    While the EZ Type Keyboard is designed to be for children over three years of age, there is no doubt that it can easily elicit squeals of delight from those who are still children at heart.

    Specs: Keyboard

  • Telstra Turbo 21 modem

    20 Mar 2009 5:17 PM

    Telstra's Turbo 21 delivered the fastest wireless broadband experience we've seen. This excellent performance will be enough to justify its high price for some.

    Specs: 1.9 Mbps, 21 Mbps, USB

  • Razer Arctosa Gaming Keyboard

    13 Mar 2009 4:11 PM

    You could be easily fooled into thinking that the Arctosa is just a regular keyboard, and not the gaming titan it claims to be.

    Specs: Keyboard

    Where to buy? $60 at 1 store

  • 7.1

    Altec Lansing FX2020 Expressionist Classic Speakers

    23 Feb 2009 1:45 PM

    These speakers are all about style over substance. If that's what you're after, fine, but don't expect great audio fidelity along the way.

    Specs: speakers

    Where to buy? $97 at 1 store

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