Technology can get expensive, but even the most useful tech doesn't have to cost that much.
Video Capture adapters
If you want to record your classic gaming session, or just use your computer monitor as a display for your old consoles, you need some way to output the video to your computer. This ten dollar adapter can do that, easily. It’s not going to replace high-end solutions, and it will take a little bit of time to set up, but it get the job done.
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Universal Travel Case
Frequent travellers should use a cable stash when on business trips to carry chargers, cables, and other small items. They provide a good way to keep essential support gear for gadgets, and are easily stashed in a corner of a carryon bag.
This case is a good solution as it offers several pockets for keeping the suuport gear organized. It is well constructed and can fit a surprising amount of stuff in such a small package.
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Philips SPS2150WA travel charger
Philips' nifty SPS2150WA charger folds up to protect the three-prong AC plug when traveling. But unfold it, and you can start juicing up three standard AC devices, plus two USB products as well. It's not a surge protector, and the USB plugs only supply 1 amp of power each (so tablets like the iPad will only trickle-charge). But at just $6, we're not complaining.
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Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120
Extra headphones are the ideal stocking stuffers. But when the price gets below $10, your expectation for sound quality falls exponentially. Despite the bargain-basement cost, these Panasonic in-ear headphones sound surprisingly good. Depending on which color you opt for (they come in a range of rainbow colors, as well as basic black), the price can be as low as $4 a pair. Buy them in bulk or spend around $12 to get the ErgoFit RP-TCM125, which adds an inline microphone for cellphones (but doesn't sound quite as good).
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6-key gaming mouse
A good gaming mouse has extra buttons, which you can map to all kinds of keyboard shortcuts very useful for strategy games and MMOs. But some of these mice can set you back a lot of money.
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A Dual USB phone charger for your car
Because Apple has removed the headphone jack on the iPhone 7, this multiport car charger is next on my to-buy list. It's great if you want to charge multiple devices at once, but I'm going to use it to keep my phone and Bluetooth audio adapter charged. That way I can listen to music through my car's stereo, and make sure my iPhone has enough juice to get me to my destination.
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A USB hub
If you use a lot of accessories, chances are you'll probably run out of USB ports. This is especially true with notebooks, which have fewer USB ports to begin with. If you don't want to go all out and get a dock for your computer, this 4-port USB hub will probably do the trick. I like this hub because these are USB 3.0 ports, which are significantly faster than older USB 2.0 ports. You'll notice that difference the most if you connect an external hard drive to this hub for backups.
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Mini Wireless Keyboard w/Touchpad
This keyboard is a great accessory for your laptop, pc, or gaming system. Its small, compact frame allows you to carry it anywhere and maintain full control of your system. Imagine having a full size keyboard and mouse in the palm of your hand! Also includes a built-in laser pointer.
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Mobile Gaming System for Android
The MOGA controller is a state of the art portable android controller, which comes with library of amazing titles (more added every month). Experience the best mobile gaming solution for Android smartphones and tablets. Game On. Anywhere. For Bluetooth enabled Android 2.3+ smartphones and tablets.
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USB Coffee Mug Warmer
It is no secret that drinking coffee can be extremely stressful. You have worry that you do not spill it on yourself and you need drink in a timely manner to make sure it does not get cold. Well, now you can keep your favorite mug of coffee, tea or cocoa hot anytime. Convenient on/off switch with on light indicator. Extended cord length to use almost anywhere.
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