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Our generation is now applying several things through online and the Internet, and this includes books and even magazines and newspapers. Our computers can provide us the viewing of eBooks available online, but eReaders can provide us the same luxuries and benefits as paperback books can provide.

Each eReaders are made with their own features and attractions. Here is the list of the leading eReaders in the market today as I show you their advantages and disadvantages.

Kindle 3 Wi-Fi

 

The Kindle 3 is highly qualified to be called as current Best eBook Reader. I enjoy Barnes and Noble’s features and eBooks library, but they cannot be compared to what Kindle 3 can provide you. The most useable feature Kindle 3 has is that it can be used both on dark and light environment.

Design

Aside from its feature that it can be used on dark and lighted area, the reason why it’s no. 1 on our list is its size. It’s the thinnest eBook reader available in the market today, having only 0.33 inches thick and 4.8 inches wide and 7.5 inches tall. Its weight of only 8.5 ounces will give you the feeling of holding a light paper notebook instead of a heavy electronic device that do half of the functionality and several books of physical copies of the titles you have on your Kindle 3.

The screen is diagonally 6 inches which measures exactly like a book page that sits comfortably in your hands. It does not offers touch screen, but the E-Ink screen of Kindle 3 provides a high contrast that gives you the feel of reading text from a paper than reading from a computer screen.  The screen is also designed to eliminate glare so that you can read inside or outside the house or building without worrying about the lighting.

The Kindle 3 offers ease of use especially for navigation. You will be able to navigate on Kindle 3 within minutes with less or without error.

The sliding power switch is located at the bottom of the eReader and will either wake or put the device to sleep.

When the Kindle sleep or turned off, you will see a screensaver which is usually the cover of the book or the picture of a known author. These screensavers are available in over 50 different designs.

The Kindle has keyboard near the bottom which makes it easier for users to search for titles or authors.

The Kindle has four-way navigator and buttons that allows you to navigate and select the menu and viewing options. There is also a button for accessing numbers and symbols.

There are also buttons on each side for turning page forward and backward.

The Kindle 3 has an outstanding battery life among eReaders in the market. On a single charge, its battery can last up to one month with Wi-Fi turned off, and three weeks with Wi-Fi turned on. The device can be charged through a USB cable for 4.5 hours.

The Kindle 3 features a 4GB internal memory. But you will only be able to use 3GB, which is enough to store up to 3,500 book titles. And imagine carrying 3,500 books everywhere you go! With the Kindle 3, it will be a lot easier.

Amazon offers more than 700,000 book titles at the Kindle store alone, available for download. They also offer free samples for download for previews to decide whether if you want the book to purchase or not. In total, Amazon has over 1 million books available for free download.

Amazon also features a back-up of each of your books which are linked to your accounts. This is for the purpose of accidentally deleting your books or purposely and decide you want to read it again; the title will still be available for download again for free!

Features

The Kindle 3 offers an affordable and competitive price and gives you a higher quality eBook reader and more usable features than any other product in the market.

The one setback that I saw with this eReader is that it doesn’t features color screen. But its outstanding screen contrast and detailed pictures will cover up its lack of color on screen. This can be proven through its screensavers.

Though its Wi-Fi is slightly slow, the Kindle 3 offers free internet connection! The Kindle 3 provides free Wi-Fi access across the United States. The Wi-Fi can be accessed through AT&T hotspots, but not available in some areas.

Kindle 3’s main menu allows you to access Amazon’s experimental prototypes. This provides you three option that Amazon’s tests for users if they are useful. Through the menu, you will view a message from Amazon asking you to notify them if you find the new features useful.

Amazon’s first option through the Experimental Menu is a web browser that allows you to surf the web. The second is it functions as an MP3 player. You can listen to your downloaded MP3 files on your Kindle 3 while you read or just plain sound tripping.

The last experimental prototype that Amazon offers is the Text-to-Speech function. It allows the user to listen to a book at any point they choose, instead of reading it. These features from Amazon are well executed because they exerted extra effort on reaching out for their customers and find out what they want.

Specification

  • High-contrast E-Ink screen
  • Sharper and darker fonts, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi
  • Readability in bright sunlight
  • 8.5 ounce in weight
  • 6” screen on a smaller body
  • One month battery life
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • 4GB internal (3GB available for user content) Memory storage that can save up to 3,500 titles
  • Improved PDF reader with notes, highlights and dictionary lookup.
  • Faster page turns
  • WebKit-based browser

Included in the package

  • Kindle reader
  • USB 2.0 cable
  • Power adapter (100v – 240 v)

Pros

  • Smaller and thinner size
  • High-contrast screen
  • Fast page turn
  • Large internal memory
  • Wi-Fi
  • Long battery life
  • MP3 capable

Cons

  • Wi-Fi connection is sometimes slow
  • Doesn’t have colored screen
  • No memory expansion
  • Doesn’t support ePUB book files
  • Battery is not removable.

Conclusion

Kindle 3 is on the top of the market today. If you have the passion for reading and like to read for a long period of time, I highly recommend the Kindle 3. This eReader is no. 1 in features, tools, size, user-friendly, readability, battery life, speakers, library selection and fast page turns. Add to these is Amazon’s cool features support. Amazon also provides millions of titles, which is maybe enough for bookworms like us.

Nook Simple Touch Reader

 

The Nook Simple Touch Reader is making a noise in the market today. It has a functional, attractive and comfortable design. In fact, it is so comfortable that you could feel the exact fit in your hands. Its navigation is also outstanding. However, the Nook doesn’t provide as many features as other top of the line eBook readers.

Design

The Nook Simple Touch Reader offers touch screen navigation. It also features an N button at the bottom of the screen that will take you to the homepage. The touch screen measures 6 inches diagonally and features E-Ink technology with a 16-level grayscale contrast to provide high-quality text and images. The E-Ink technology offers the same reading experience as if you were reading text on paper.

You can also use this eReader under bright sunlight with fewer glares.

The Nook also allows you to access your eBook files from your other devices such as iPhone, iPod, iPad, Android Smartphone or Blackberry and even Mac computer or PC. It even allows you to start reading on a same page you finished, even if you finished on another device.

The Nook lets the user to turn page by either pressing the buttons on the side of the Nook or by swiping the touchscreen. Turning the page will simple fades the old text and brings out the new text.

Content

The Barnes & Noble offers a few incentives for Nook users. They offer free readings but with a time limit. If you have money to shell out for book, Barnes & Noble eBook store has over 2 million titles to choose from. They provide a sample pages to view before deciding to buy.

The Nook eReader also features built-in dictionary.

You can receive your newspapers and magazines subscription directly to your Nook wirelessly. You could sign up for free trials of the magazines and newspapers after you purchase your Nook and will also have access on single-issue sales.

However, there are flaws that we can see in the Nook such as the limited options in the children’s book. It also doesn’t have text-to-speech function which is highly-usable when driving or while doing other tasks. It doesn’t also support resizable text and graphics for picture books. It also doesn’t allow you to personalize your screensavers like adding personal photos.

However, the Nook can still be a great device for sharing photos, but they won’t be shown in full color since it runs on a 16-level grayscale E-Ink screen. It supports images files in JPG, PNG, BMP, or GIF format.

The Nook offers an initial 2GB through internal memory, enough for around 1,000 book titles, and it allows you to expand memory through its microSD card slot. The Nook eReader can handle up to 32GB; that is 16,000 book titles! Not mentioning the 1,000 titles already in the internal memory.

Features

As Wi-Fi feature is becoming common and a must-have for eReaders because it lets you browse for eBook stores and titles, Nook eReader made sure that its users experience the same benefits. You will be able to receive free Wi-Fi at Barnes & Noble bookstores and AT&T hotspots and it also lets you sign in to other Wi-Fi connections available.

The turnings of the page have intervals so you will see a black page popping up whenever a new page opens.

And here’s a unique feature that I really like: the Lend and Borrow. It lets the user to lend eBooks or borrow them as you would on paperback books.

Barnes & Noble has created a social network called Nook Friends for its users. Users can create a circle or network of friends just like from other social networking sites. And through Nook Friends, you can give and receive recommendations of must-read books, or Lend and Borrow eBooks. It’s a convenient and fun way to read books.

The one thing that would turn off users that likes variety on a single gadget is that it doesn’t allow apps download for games and other types of entertainment.

Specifications

  • Weight: 7.48 ounces, Height: 6.5 inches, Width: 5.0 inches, Depth: 0.47 inches
  • Resolution: 800 x 600
  • Battery can last up to 2 months with Wi-Fi turned off
  • Installed rechargeable battery
  • Charge via USB to a computer or power adapter
  • Charging time: 3 hours
  • 2GB Memory—Holds up to 1,000 books
  • Expandable microSD† card up to 32GB

Supported file types

  • ePub
  • PDF
  • Graphic: JPG, GIF, PNG, BMP

In the Box

  • NOOK microUSB Cable
  • AC Adapter
  • Rechargeable Battery (Installed)

Pros

  • Nook Friends social network
  • Lend and Borrow
  • Long battery life
  • Free Wi-Fi at selected spots

Cons

  • Doesn’t have text-to-speech
  • Doesn’t allow other apps download

Conclusion

The Nook Simple Touch Reader has an excellent design and very easy to use. Its small size with a large screen makes it ideal for travel. Though this eReader doesn’t support text-to-speech and other entertainment functionality, it’s still a great option for passionate readers. Barnes & Noble features perfectly patched up the lacking features of the Nook Reader.

Sony Reader Daily Edition PRS-950SC

 

Sony continues to dominate the electronic world including the eBook Reader market with the entry of Sony Reader Daily Edition PRS-950SC.

Features

The Sony Reader Daily Edition has a large 7-inch display and built-in Wi-Fi and 3G capabilities. One of the main attraction of this eReader is its small size in spite of having a large display. It is only less than half an inch thick and weighs almost 10 ounces. With this size, it is also ideal to carry wherever you go.

The Sony Daily Edition features e-ink technology for a real book reading experience. It also offers touch screen display with anti-glare technology. It still shows some glares on direct sunlight but the display screen is overall satisfying.

In addition to the e-ink technology for real book reading experience, this eReader also features six font sizes. This provides greater flexibility on your reading and highly functional. It also has up to 16 levels of grayscale for more efficient reading.

The Sony Reader has free access to its online Reader store for downloads of books, newspapers, and magazines. Its online store has lots of options but it was not as vast compares to other online eBook stores.

However, Sony Reader’s support for several formats makes up for its less extensive eBook store. It can be able to access PDFs and ePubs. It means that you can enjoy reading and downloading from other bookstores as well. Another feature that gives you more options and flexibility.

The Sony Reader’s power can lasts up to 10 days with wireless turned on, and can lasts up to 22 days with wireless turned off.

It has 2GB internal memory and can be expanded through its media expansion slots.

Another great feature of this Sony Reader is its ability to take notes and highlight specific text, with ease and convenience.

The 3G mobile broadband is what makes the eReader to access the online Reader Store for free. The eBook search for titles and information to download is so simple and fast.

This Sony eReader is so easy to use despite of its advanced features and technology.

Specifications

  • Dimensions: 7.87 x 5.04 x 0.38 inches (WxDxH)
  • Weight: 9.6 oz
  • Screen Size : 7 inches
  • Image : JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP
  • DRM Text : ePub (Adobe DRM protected), PDF (Adobe DRM protected), BBeB Book (PRS DRM protected), Text, RTF
  • Unsecured Audio : Unsecured Adudio: MP3 (Non encrypted), AAC (Non encrypted)
  • Unsecured Text : ePub, BBeB Book, PDF, TXT, RTF, Micrsoft® Word, (Conversion to the Reader requires Word installed on your PC)
  • Memory Size : 2GB Dual Memory Card Expansion Slots for Memory Stick Duo™ and SD Card up to 32GB.
  • Battery Life: 10 days with wireless; 22 days with wireless off
  • AC Power : Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC
  • Recharging Time : 2.5 Hours
  • Gray Scale : 16 level gray scale
  • Resolution : 600 x 1024 pixels
  • Technology : E Ink® Pearl

Pros

  • Touch screen display
  • Supports several formats
  • Small size and large display

Cons

  • Smaller range of Reader Store

Conclusion

With lots of advanced and usable features, the Sony Reader Daily Edition is one of the great choices for eReaders. Although it has limited options of eBooks on the Reader Store, its ability to accommodate various formats totally makes up for it. And while its full load of advanced and unique features, it is so easy to use that even non-techies can easily have the grasp of it.

Nook Tablet

The Nook Tablet is a tablet and eReader at the same time. This allows you not just to read books and magazines, you can also check your email and download and play games on this device. This gadget also features an outstanding battery life, great for long-time use away from the power source.

Design

The Nook Tablet measures 8.1 inches x 5 inches (H x W) and weighs 14.1 ounces. Since it is a tablet, it is larger than usual eReader and uses an LCD screen which displays crisper images for reading, watching videos and playing games. It has 1024 x 600 screen resolution and its IPS lamination isn’t just there for outstanding clarity images but for excellent viewing capability too. It allows you to share the screen with other people without the glare distorting the images.

Features

If your reader has Barnes & Noble names on it, you will have the privilege to access the latest books and magazines and have choices of 2.5 million books. Aside from these, through this tablet, you can download various apps including games and drawing pad. You can also watch HD videos on this tablet.

And because I like music and photography, I find this reader very useful. It supports MP4 and image formats such as JPEG, PNG, GIF and BMP.

The tablet is pre-loaded with Hulu Plus and Netflix that allows you to watch your favorite movies and TV shows.

Barnes & Noble have vast library of children’s books. And with the addition of AliveTouch, they made children’s reading more engaging. This feature makes the characters of the story moves into action while being read by children. With the press of the button, a story like “A Charlie Brown Christmas” will let you see kids skating on the pond with snow falling around them. I find it very functional because it will inspired and encourage children to read books.

Another great feature of the Nook Tablet is its built-in microphone. It lets you to record your voice with its Read To Me feature. It uses your voice to read the text from the book so it will look as if you’re the one actually reading the book. This feature is great for reading stories to your kids.

The Nook Tablet offers ad-free reading. Unlike other eReaders that have ads appear on search bars, which is annoying sometimes. This ad-free reading will let your reading uninterrupted and enjoy it more.

The Nook Tablet’s battery life lasts up to 11.5 hours on continuous reading or 9 hours for watching videos.

It also comes with 16GB internal memory and can expand through an SD card up to 32GB. And if, however, this huge memory is not enough, Barnes & Noble offers cloud storage for free.

Specification

  • Dimensions: 8.1 x 5 x .48 inches (HxWxD)
  • Weight: 14.1 ounces
  • IPS2 display
  • High-resolution display 1024 x 600, 169 pixels per inch
  • Built-in Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
  • Color Touch screen display
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Pros

  • 16GB internal memory
  • AliveTouch and Read To Me features
  • Only 3 hours of charging

Cons

  • Doesn’t have Bluetooth technology
  • Doesn’t offer 3G wireless connection

Conclusion

The Nook Tablet offers a lot of features; from its software features such as the AliveTouch, to hardware features such as long battery life and excellent display. This full-load of features is expected because the device functions as both reader and tablet.

As it is also a tablet, it is also bigger and heavier. You might need an extra room to carry it around. Those who are passionate with reading might find its other features unnecessary. But if you like extra features and entertainment, this tablet will give you more than you need.


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The Best Wireless Keyboards

by Ken on March 20, 2012

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Our generation just keeps on inventing and improving technologies. The most common trends of innovations are “shrinking” and eliminating wires. We often see the shrinking in electronic gadgets such as cell phones, mp3 players, and even computers while we often see wireless technologies in speakers and communication devices.

Eliminating wires provides us more distance, convenience and organization. One electronic device that can take full advantage from this is the computer. Computer is one of the most wired appliances in our home and in the office. You have wires for the monitor, power supply, speakers, keyboard, and mouse.

But with the innovations of wireless speakers, keyboards and mouse, you will have less stress and more time to do the more important things. And not only that; these newly release gadgets has useable features too.

In this article, we provide you a list of the best wireless keyboards in the market today.

Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000

The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000 is one of the newest and best wireless keyboard and mouse combos in the market. It features an ergonomic design that perfectly fits for your movements and gestures. It also features a 30-feet wireless range distance and long battery life.

Design

The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000 features a sleek design with translucent trim which is inspired by the Windows Aero glass theme. The design is same with the mouse that bears an attractive silver and black color. The keyboard’s size is 19.2 x 2.2 x 9.7 inches (LHW), and weighs only 2 pounds. It’s easy to carry if you want to use it in your office or in your school to make your work easy and enjoyable.

The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000 is ergonomically designed for faster and more comfortable typing. It is curved for your hands’ comfort with soft palm rest to support your wrists. The mouse is designed with rubber grip, four-way scrolling and laser technology for a more accurate response with less wrist movement. It has five keys and buttons that can be programmed for more functionality.

The Keyboard is not spill-proof, so be careful for any liquid spilling that could mess up the unit.

The keyboard is so easy to install. Just connect the wireless receiver to your computer’s PS/2 or USB port and press the connect buttons on both the computer and the receiver, and you’re good to go.

The keyboard and the mouse are powered by two AA batteries each, which are already included in the package. And aside from the four batteries, the package also includes CD that contains Microsoft software, IntelliPoint and IntelliType that can be install in your computer to take full advantage of the features. These softwares are also available online for download.

And aside from the five programmable buttons and keys, it also has media player control buttons such as Play/Pause, Mute, Volume, Stop, Previous Track, and Next Track.

The mouse is more responsive, smooth, and precise than the ball and optical mouse because of its Microsoft high-definition laser. And it also has button programmed as magnifier. Just press the button and the pointer will become a box that will magnify everything inside it.

On the negative side, the mouse appears weak and vulnerable.

Features

The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000 Keyboard and Mouse has no special features compares to other brands but it will surely outrun its competitors with its long lasting battery life. The keyboard and the mouse both have AA batteries that last up to six months! This is proven by the battery level indicators that are located on their compartment.

The pack includes software to be installed. This software will start up its unique features such as the mouse’s magnifier and the fun Flip 3D function. The Flip 3D allows you to view the open windows on 3D and shuffle through them. I find it very useable because if you browse like I do (with several windows open at the same time). This feature allows an easy and fun to select the right window.

Another handy feature is its five programmable keys that control programs, folders and the internet.

Performance

The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000 is ideal for people who want to add some fun on their busy lifestyle. With the push of a key, you will get what you often use in your pc. The Flip 3D makes your work easier and more pleasurable.

Specifications

  • Windows XP or Windows Vista (100 MB hard drive space)
  • Mac OSX v 10.2x – 10.5x (30 MB hard drive space)
  • USB
  • Windows compatible speakers/headphones
  • CD-ROM drive

Pros

  • Stylish
  • Ergonomic design for easy and comfortable use.
  • One of the rare set compatible with Mac OS.
  • Programmable keys

Cons

  • Requires software before using.
  • Doesn’t support plug and play
  • Cheap feeling of the product

Conclusion

The Microsoft Wireless Desktop 6000 Keyboard and Mouse combo is a great additional help to your busy lifestyle. It would add style and productivity to your computer and on your work. Because of its features such as the customizable keys and Flip 3D, it will make your work easy and fun. It also works well with Mac computers.

I just wish Microsoft gave it a high-end finish design and touch and made it spill resistant to add more security. I like drinking coffee while in front of the computer. So this feature would be a lot useful.

Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution revolutionized the common trend of wireless keyboards with its Bluetooth technology, ultra-fast scrolling wheel and its ergonomic design. Logitech is well known for bringing us quality products at an affordable price.

Design

The MX 5500 is easy to carry around if you want to use it on work as well. It has ultra-thin design with 1.01 inches width and weighs only 30.69 ounces. The mouse has high arch design to correspond with the natural curve of your hand. It has two side buttons, thumb controls and a scroll wheel. The one thing that I wish that it has is the spill resistant feature.

Features

Apart from the common customizable keys, the Logitech MX 5500 has a Bluetooth capability. It uses Bluetooth 2.0 technology that allows you to connect the keyboard not only with your computer, but with other mobile devices as well such as iPad. I find this very useful.

The MX 5500 has the ability to connect with your computer wirelessly within 30 feet away. It is also rechargeable. A two-hour charge can last up to 15 days of use. If the keyboard is not in use or out of range, it automatically switches into sleep mode to save energy.

The keyboard also has an LCD screen on its top to show date and time. It can also provide view of incoming message notifications, accessing the calculator and playing music. Below it are the customizable buttons. Aside from this, it also has programmable keys that allow you to access certain applications, music files, the internet and more. This will let you to open your mostly used programs with just a press of a button.

The mouse also has full of features. It comes with a rechargeable dock. You can plug the dock 24/7 to keep the mouse charged or just cradle it. It has a battery indicator at the side to keep you track of its available power. To save power, the mouse has on and off switch at the bottom.

The MX 5500 mouse is equipped with Logitech’s SmartShift technology and MicroGear Precision Scroll. The SmartShift technology detects the application you’re working with and switches between free-spin scrolling and click-to-click precision scrolling to accommodate your needs. Example of this feature is when you work on spreadsheet with thousands of rows. It will switch to free-spin scrolling to help you navigate on pages fast and when you slow down nearing your destination, it will switch to click-to-click precision scroll.

Performance

Those who work and play on a computer for a long period of time will find the MX 5500’s ergonomically design very useful. Its design will cradle your hands in a comfortable angle and the palm rest will support your wrist comfortably. The keyboard’s height and angle are also adjustable to accommodate your needs.

Specification

Compatibility

  • Windows® XP or Windows Vista® or Windows® 7
  • CD-ROM drive
  • USB port

Package Includes

  • Logitech® Bluetooth® MX™ Revolution Laser Mouse
  • Logitech® Bluetooth® MX™ Keyboard
  • CD with software, comfort guidelines, and help center
  • USB Bluetooth® mini-receiver (can be used as Bluetooth® hub)
  • 4 AA alkaline batteries
  • Quick-Start guide

Pros

  • LCD screen that can access music and alert for new message.
  • Logitech’s SmartShift technology and MicroGear Precision Scroll
  • Bluetooth 2.0 technology

Cons

  • The keyboard is not spill resistant.

Conclusion

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution is a best addition to your computer setup. Because it is wireless, it will help to clean up any clutter in your desk and will give you more concentration and productivity.

This combo is ideal for travel with its thin and light weight and the rechargeable base.

The MX 5500 is packed with comfort, style, and functionality. With these unique features, it truly revolutionized the wireless keyboard market.

HP Wireless Elite

The HP Wireless Elite is a quality wireless keyboard and mouse combo from Hewlett-Packard. The combo requires included software to be installed before you can use it and access a lot of helpful features.

Design

The HP Wireless Elite has one of the most attractive designs of wireless keyboard and mouse in the market. It is so thin with only 0.6 inches thin. The keys are spill-resistant and very silent. Users declared to have maximized typing efficiency on this keyboard.

The mouse has an ambidextrous design which is an ideal use for both right-handed and left-handed. It has an on and off switch to save power when not in use.

Features

The HP Wireless Elite has customizable keys at the top of the keyboard. However, its F9-F11 only functions with HP TouchSmart computers. It has sound controls on the upper right corner.

Its battery level indicator can be viewed in your Windows System Tray which is located at the bottom right corner of your computer screen near the date and time, instead of the common battery indicator located at the product itself.

The HP Elite also has sleep mode to extend its battery life.

Performance

The HP Wireless Elite can connect to your computer as far as 32 feet away, and still functions as if you were right in front of the computer. Although the keyboard is not Bluetooth, but the connection is easy to set up as a Bluetooth.

Specification

HP Wireless Elite Desktop Keyboard and Mouse Package Includes

  • Keyboard
  • Mouse
  • Four AA batteries
  • Warranty card
  • USB wireless receiver
  • User guide

Compatibility:

  • available USB port
  • CD drive
  • Microsoft Windows XP
  • Windows Vista or Windows 7

Pros

  • Spill resistant and silent keys
  • Easy to set up

Cons

  • Not ergonomically designed.

Conclusion

Although it lacks useful unique features, it boasts a simple and attractive design. Its slim and lightweight design is ideal for travel. Its silent keys are great for offices and other silent environment and prevent distractions.

Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000

Microsoft is one of the strongest competitors in the wireless keyboard and mouse in the market. And the entry of the Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 has intensified more its position on top of the market.

Design

The Desktop 5000 is ergonomically designed with user friendly features such as cushioned wrist rest, snap on receiver and a three-year warranty. The keyboard is slightly waved which lets your wrist to sit more comfortably. Its padded cushion at the bottom of the keyboard provides support for your wrists.

The mouse is small enough that fits comfortably in the average-sized hands. The USB receiver can be stored at the back of the mouse. One thing that it doesn’t have is the click-to-click functionality which cause common scroll to descend by pixels, not by line.

Features

Microsoft has made wireless keyboard and mouse so convenient by installing numbers of one-touch buttons on the top of the keyboard. These buttons are customizable and can access your favorite files and the internet.

The mouse features the Microsoft BlueTrack technology. It tracks more accurately on more surfaces. However, there are surfaces that this technology doesn’t work well: glass and mirrored surfaces.

Their website features a list of FAQs, hardware solution center, and downloadable user guides.

Performance

The Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 can function as far as 30 feet away from the computer. It connects through a USB receiver.

Specifications

  • Windows® 7/Windows Vista®/Windows XP (excluding XP 64-bit) and 100 MB
  • or Mac OS X v10.4 –10.5.x and 30 MB
  • CD-ROM
  • USB
  • 1 AA Alkaline Batteries (included)

Pros

  • BlueTrack technology allows the mouse to work on more surfaces.
  • Long range distance of connection
  • Ergonomically designed

Cons

  • No battery level indicator.
  • Mouse can’t function on glass and mirrored surface.

Conclusion

The Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 is an impressive wireless keyboard and mouse combo. Its long range of distance connection and the ergonomic design will surely provide you comfort. The downside of this combo is that it lacks power conservation and battery level indicator.

Connectland 2.4 GHz Wireless

The Connectland 2.4 GHz Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse combo features a user-friendly and low-maintenance design. It is also one of the easiest to operate among the wireless keyboard and mouse combo.

Design

The Connectland combo has a standard design that looks like a common keyboard and mouse just without wires.

Although the product doesn’t have a power level indicator, both the mouse and the keyboard have energy saving tools such as the mouse’s power switch and the keyboard’s sleep mode.

The mouse has an adjustable CPI (count per inch). This feature allows you to control how far or fast the navigation will react in each spin of the wheel. You can choose from 800 CPI to 1600 CPI.

The mouse doesn’t work in glass and mirrored surfaces since it is optical.

Features

The Connectland Wireless has the ability to plug and play. But if the computer requires installation software, the package includes CD software that can be installed.

The combo can be used instantly by simply putting the batteries in the keyboard and mouse and connect the 2.4GHz receiver to the computer and you can start using it up to 33 feet far from the computer.

The wireless keyboard includes 11 customizable multi-media keys that can access directly to your email, favorite files, the internet and a lot more.

Pros

  • It is 3 feet longer than the average distance of wireless keyboards.
  • User-friendly design
  • Plug and play

Cons

  • The wireless combo doesn’t work with Windows 7.
  • Doesn’t have power level indicator

Conclusion

I like the simple design of Connectland 2.4GHz. But what I miss here is the ergonomic design to make me comfortable on long hours of computer works and I wish it would have large range of operating system compatibilities as I would like to try new technology releases. But the installation is so easy that you can use it the moment you get it out of the box.

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Ereader Comparisons: How We compare Ereaders

March 7, 2012

With all the new eReaders on the market in competition with each other, it can help you review their characteristics through a comparison of ebook readers. When Amazon launched the Kindle wireless reading device, there was really no comparable player in the digital market, but other manufacturers are now competing for the ereader market. Let us [...]

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Router vs Switch

March 1, 2012

Routers and network switches are computer networking devices. They make it possible to connect computers with each other and other network devices or to other networks. They possess the same features such as; small box housing ports at the back and front to plug in computer and power connections LED lights as status indicator Although [...]

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Best Laser Printer/Color Laser Printer Reviews

February 28, 2012

Laser Printers are important on business, school, and personal use. Each category uses different types of printers such as laserjet printers are ideal for business use and printing text while inkjet printers are ideal for photos and graphics. Multifunction printers provide the needs of home office use and photographers. Here are some of the best [...]

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What is HDMI?

February 20, 2012

Introduction A few years back, none of us has heard of HDMI. In fact, some of us, especially those who are not techies, still don’t know what HDMI is. But with our fast-paced technology today, suddenly, HDMI has become the standard audio and video connection for modern home theater today. In fact, all of the [...]

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Best Noise Cancelling Headphones (Noise Cancelling Headphones Review)

February 9, 2012

Noise-cancelling headphones are designed to reduce, if not fully avoid, external noise. The noise-cancelling technology uses two approaches: Active and Passive. Passive noise reduction works through its physical structure such as large headphones that completely covers our ears to prevent external noise to enter our hearing. The latest physical design to achieve noise reduction is [...]

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The GoPro HD Hero2 Camera Review

February 1, 2012

Life is an adventure and thanks to technology like the GoPro Hero camera, you can document everything no matter where you are or what you are doing. GoPro has done it again with their latest and greatest HD camera called the GoPro HD Hero2. This little camera/camcorder does it all whether your trying to capture [...]

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Best Gaming PC: Gaming PC Reviews

January 31, 2012

A lot of gaming PCs today are configured to perform its function to a high-level. There are numbers of configured gaming PC brands that leads the market such as Digital Storm, Alienware, etc.  These computers were set-up to provide gamers the best gaming experience. Some of hardcore gaming enthusiasts even make their own gaming PC [...]

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Best Motherboard for Gaming

January 25, 2012

The motherboard is one of the most important parts of our computer. If the Processor or CPU is the brain of the computer, the motherboard is the heart of the computer. It is the core of the computer where all parts connect to. The motherboard’s function is to relay the information from all the integral [...]

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