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GALMOD

2006-08-25T18:01:00.000-10:00

Directory Update - a utility that allows users to modify or edit information in the Exchange Global Address List or Active Directory has a new home page.

GALMOD Alternative

2006-08-11T22:47:00.000-10:00

Allow users to update their own attributes in Active Directory and keep the Exchange 2003 Global Address List accurate and up-to-date. This is a replacement for GALMOD and the web-based GALMOD.

Treo 600 Smartphone GSM Mobile Phone Unlocked - $299 after special code

2005-05-10T21:27:00.000-10:00

Treo 600 Smartphone GSM Mobile Phone Unlocked - $329.00, but save $30.00 when using the code GEEKTREO (and get free shipping!) This Treo 600 Smartphone from palmOne provides nearly everything you need - all in a single device! It seamlessly combines a full-featured mobile phone and Palm Powered organizer, with wireless email and text messaging, web browsing and even a digital camera! And this incredible device is so small it fits neatly into your purse or pocket. Simplify your life - order this Treo 600 Smartphone today! Just take your SIM from your existing GSM cell phone and pop it in to this puppy and you are ready to go.

SimpleTech 120GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive - $89.95 after rebate

2005-05-10T21:11:00.000-10:00

SimpleTech 120GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive SimpleTech 120GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive - $89.95 after rebate. One of my favorite purchases for my home computer has been an external USB 2.0 hard disk. I bought an Ion Drive and liked it so much, I bought a second one for my mom and then built external USB drive another one from parts. They are really handy for doing backups and moving around large amounts of data (in my job, I regularly have to move around 10 or 20GB of data between systems or locations. The SimpleDrive External USB 2.0 Hard Drive is the easiest way to add more lightning fast storage to any computer. With a USB 2.0 connection, setup is a snap and data transfer rates are fast and reliable.

Logisys 5.25-Inch 20-in-1 Multi-Function Panel - $29.00

2005-05-10T21:07:00.000-10:00

Logisys 5.25-Inch 20-in-1 Multi-Function Panel - $29.00 - Ready to spice up the front of your computer? If you have a 5 1/2" slot available, you can add all sorts of neat looking attachments. This Logisys 5.25-In 20-in-1 Multi-Function Panel combines a multi-slot memory card reader, 2 channel thermal indicator, and a multi I/O transfer function in one single 5.25-inch bay device. The card reader supports a variety of memory cards for easy access to files, photos, and more. The thermal indicator features an LCD display for temperature and RPM speed and alerts you when the temperature exceeds the preset range. The multi I/O panel features USB 2.0 ports, FireWire port, Serial ATA ports, and audio and video connections. It provides the easiest and fastest connection to devices, such as digital camera, printers, speakers, and more. This black design front panel fits in any 5.25-inch drive bay and provides easy access without reaching the back of your computer!

Geeks.Com Goodies and Deals

2005-05-10T20:45:00.001-10:00

Heavenly Village Condos at South Lake Tahoe

Marriott Lake Tahoe Condo Rentals at Heavenly Valley

Here is some quicky deals from geeks.com. No fancy descriptions, reviews, graphics, etc.. Get'em while they are hot. Most of these only last a couple of days! So check carefully when you add something to your cart!

288-Disc Nylon CD Case - $9.99
New, Retail Sleeve with 1 Year Warranty

Leed's Excel Compu-Brief Notebook Carrying Bag (Black) - $11.95
New, Plain Package with 90 Day Warranty

5" LCD Screen & Power Inverter-Play Video Games on the Road! - $54.99
New, Retail Box with 1 Year Apple Warranty

Kodak CX6445 4.0MP 4x/3.8x Zoom Digital Camera - $149.00
Kodak Reconditioned, Retail Package with 1 Year Kodak Warranty

Crosley Radio 1957 Style 3-Slot Pay Phone (Black) - $69.00
New, Plain Box with 1 Year Warranty - Really works (except it does not require coins.) This was cool enough for a picture. This very familiar 3-slot style payphone was first introduced in the 1950's and remained virtually unchanged until 1965. This appropriately christened Crosley Radio prepay-style pay station will take you back to the days of old fashioned phone booths and 10-cent phone calls! Neat, and a conversation piece, but I'm not ready to give up my Motorola SmartPhone just yet. :-)

Labtec Wireless Keyboard & Optical Mouse (Silver/Black) - $23.50
New, Retail Package with 90 Day Warranty

Sempron 2200+ DIY GeekKit w/HDD, CDRW, CPU, RAM, More!!! - $229.99
Good deal for the technically inclined. A friend of mine commented he was going to buy something like this for his teenage son to see how adept at PC's he is.
New and Refurbished, Plain Box with 1 Year Warranty

8x DVD+R Media 50-Piece Spindle - $12.50
New, Plain Packed with 30 Day Media Warranty

Motorola WPS870G 802.11g Wireless Print Server - $9.90
New, Retail Package with 1 Year Warranty

Digital Xpressions Suite Deluxe - $17.00
New, Retail Package with 30 Day Media Defect Warranty

HP Deskjet 9650 USB/Parallel 4800x1200 Inkjet Printer - $239.00
Refurbished, Retail Package with 90 Day Hewlett Packard Warranty

Soyo TechAid PCI Diagnostic Card - $25.95

2005-05-10T20:39:00.000-10:00

Soyo TechAid Diagnostic Card - $25.95 - Ever wonder what those beeps are that a computer spits out when there is something SERIOUSLY wrong? They are codes that tell a technician what is wrong. This little puppy lets an experienced PC technician plug in to the PCI bus of a compuer, boot the 'puter, and read the problem code off of the LED screen. This is a must for any hard core computer builder or problem solver. The Soyo TechAID Diagnostic Card is an efficient way to detect computer hardware problems. Simply plug it into the PCI slot and a complete diagnostic test will detect the defective hardware. This debugging card will assist any technician (from novice to advance user) in accurately locating a hardware problem faster, by displaying an easy-to-follow POST (Power On Self Test) code on its display.

Desktop R/C Mini-Rovers

2005-05-08T21:02:00.000-10:00

Desktop R/C Mini-Rovers $39.99 to $49.99. Inspired by NASA's planetary exploration program, this miniature 'caterpillar drive' ROVer (Remote Operated Vehicle), belongs officially in the 'way too cool' category. Optional equipment includes: Telecommander USB Software - Control Your Rover From Your PC & Over The Internet and Optional Wireless Video Camera - Attachment Now Available For Use With Your Desktop Rover!

Microsoft Digital Image Pro 10.0 - $19.99 after rebate

2005-05-08T10:39:00.000-10:00

Microsoft Digital Image Pro 10.0 - $19.99 after rebates - This is the newest version of Microsoft's photo editing and management software. # Designer templates for cards, calendars, and more. # Powerful photo-editing tools; easy to use. # New color management and exposure tools. # Improved fix red-eye tool; new panoramic stitching. # Share photo creations; e-mail, order prints online, or print out. Supported on Windows 98 / Me / 2000 / XP.

Garmin eTrex GPS with Waterproof Exterior - $89.94

2005-05-04T19:50:00.000-10:00

For the geek who has everything (well, almost everything except a personal GPS). I have one of these. It has been the source of hours of amusement (not much practical value for me, since I don't leave the road much!). The Garmin eTrex GPS with Waterproof Exterior is a pretty spiffy toy. And it is $89.94. I'm sorry to say I paid almost $300 for my first personal GPS about two years ago. Global positioning system (GPS) receiver continuously tracks and uses up to 12 satellites. Calculates current and average speed, time of sunrise and sunset, trip distance, and more. Automatic track log--10 saved tracks let you retrace your path in both directions.

Creative Webcam Live! Pro USB 2.0 WebCam

2005-05-02T19:39:00.000-10:00

Creative Webcam Live! Pro USB 2.0 WebCam - $65.99 - This is a higher-end desktop web cam. Compatible with Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, or XP. Experience 30 fps Video at VGA resolution. Smart Face Tracking. Dedicated microphone for great audio quality. Take 1.3 megapixels photos instantly.

Philips KEY0010/17 128MB 2MP USB Key Ring Camera

2005-05-01T10:40:00.000-10:00

Philips KEY0010/17 128MB 2MP USB Key Ring Camera - $69.88 - Most cool compact camera. I usually keep a camera in my truck in case "something amazing happens". Of course, I don't want to keep a high-end camera in my truck. One like this fits the bill. Not great quality (only 2MP), but decent enough to catch a Vulcan ship landing and sell the pictures to the Enquirer. Picture file format: JPEG. Ultra lightweight, strong and durable magnesium body. Direct USB for easy file transfers without cables. Snap up to 300 quality 2 Megapixel pictures. 128 MB built-in memory.

HUGE Radio Controlled 1/6 Scale Torque Horse SUV - $49.99

2005-04-30T10:05:00.000-10:00

R/C Torque Horse SUV (Yellow) - $49.99 - Be the first kid in your office to have a radio controlled vehicle driving in and around your cubicle. This is a big puppy, too! So you can run down the evil secretary down the hall that has a disdain for all techies. This monster measures over 2 feet in length and is over a foot tall!! Designed to a 1/6 scale of a full-sized, off-road vehicle, this massive brute features forward & reverse motion, working headlights and taillights, functioning doors, hood and rear hatch, three gear speeds and an estimated top speed of 11mph. It also has a control range of 100+ft and features authentic automotive sounds.

Need a cell phone, but already have the service?

2005-04-30T09:49:00.000-10:00

One of the maddening things about getting a cell phone is that you must almost always get service with the phone. Computer Geeks has a sale on some popular phones and the best part is, no service is required. The prices are comparable or better to what you can find on Ebay.

Ericsson T630 GSM Triband Camera - $157.00 - Part number BLK-T630. I got one of these to use as a backup for my Motorola SmartPhone. Use your phone as a camera and never miss a shot! This Sony Ericsson T630 has a built-in digital camera, Multi-media messaging, Polyphonic ringtones and tons of ways to give this phone your own personal look and feel. Its high-resolution TFT color screen makes this T630 a visual delight. Indoors or outdoors, the colors and contrasts remain sharp, bright and clear. Great for pictures and great for gaming.

Nokia 7250i GSM TriBand Camera - $182.50 - Part # NOKIA-7250I - This Nokia 7250i TriBand Camera Mobile Phone combines a mobile phone and an integrated camera in one sleek design. It supports multimedia messaging services, Java technology and features stereo FM radio, and polyphonic and monophonic tones. The built-in camera offers functions like zoom, contrast adjustment, and a night mode for low-light conditions.

Geek Bargains Coupon Codes for May

2005-04-30T08:09:00.000-10:00

Get your geek gear, and get a discount!

Mother's Day special runs through May 8th. During checkout, take 10% off any product on our site not already marked GEEK SPECIAL. Discount Code: GEEKMOM

Geeko De Mayo - Margarita Smoothie Maker Free if you make a purchase of $100 or more. Enter the coupon code GEEKODEMAYO. This puppy is worth $25 without the code. Whip up a cold and tasty concoction and serve it in the perfect drink glass that's included. Just add the lime and salt! Includes margarita mix and a margarita glass. Jimmy Buffett never had it so good.

Averatec Athlon XP-M 2200+ 512MB 60GB CDRW/DVD XPTablet - $799 after using coupon code GEEKTABLET (expires 5/10/2005). I don't usually put computers up here, but this is a really cheap Tablet PC. For some people, this qualifies as a really great item. But, if you are new to tablets, give it about a week before you give up. They take some getting used to, but once you use it, you will wonder how you ever went to work without one. This Averatec C3500 Series combines the power of a notebook and functionality of a Tablet PC! Powered by a Mobile AMD Athlon XP-M 2200+ processor, this notebook is loaded with 512 MB RAM and a 60 GB hard drive. Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition is pre-installed and includes a built-in CD-RW/DVD-ROM combination drive. Watch DVDs on the high contrast 12.1-inch TFT display.

Genica 1,000-Ft CAT5e Cable Kit w/Crimper,Tester & Connectors
$43.99 (Just $39.60 after 10% discount code!) New, Retail Package, with 1 Year Warranty

Che-ez! Tinio 1.3MP 3x Digital Camera w/32MB SD Card (Red) $29.00 New, Retail Packaged, with a 1-Year Warranty. The Che-ez! Tinio Digital Camera is a compact camera that fits easily in your pocket and captures excellent pictures!

Free Time Zone tool for Windows XP

2005-04-24T13:58:00.000-10:00

Microsoft has a really spiffy tool for Windows XP called Time Zone. Simply install it, (it needs to be launched the first time), then set your 5 favorite time zones. If you want to see the time in of your preferred locations, click the Time Zone icon in the system tray (notification area) and up pops the time and date in your previously specified locations.

This is really useful for those of us that work with folks in multiple time zones.

The answer to life, the universe, and everything... on a work shirt

2005-04-23T18:14:00.000-10:00

42 Work ShirtsAre you a fan of Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy? Of course you are, since you are looking for geeky, cool swag. (Embarassingly, I'm the only techie on the planet that has never read HHGTTG. But I do own it! Okay, I know, it is NOT the same. But, even I know what 42 is the answer to) Anyway, back to the shirt. Kinda cool, eh? And for $24.99, you can let others know that you are part of the "in crowd".

Star Wars Force FX Lightsabers

2005-04-23T17:59:00.000-10:00

Star Wars Force FX Lightsabers - $118.99 - Okay, I really don't have this much free time at work. Or even at home for that matter. But definitely a conversation piece. Glowing blades ignites with realistic power-up/down effects! Authentic sound effects digitally recorded from the movie. Features four motion sensor controlled sound effects, Power-up, idle hum, clash, and power-down. Durable metal hilt looks and feels like a real lightsaber. Sturdy blade is permanently attached to the hilt. Comes with a custom-designed display stand when you need a break from dueling.

Wanlida/Malata DVD-806 Progressive-Scan DVD Player $22.74 after rebate

2005-04-23T17:53:00.000-10:00

Wanlida/Malata DVD-806 Progressive-Scan DVD Player $22.74 after rebate from Amazon. Who the heck is Wanlida/Malata? Never heard for them, but who cares for $23! Time for that second DVD player for the bedroom or office!
Advanced MDDI progressive scanning renders seamless, high-resolution images on HD and HD-ready television. Optical and coaxial digital-audio outputs; multichannel analog audio outputs.
Measures 16 x 1.5 x 10.5 inches (W x H x D). DVD, CD, MP3, WMA, SVCD, VCD, and JPEG image CD compatible. Composite-video, S-video, and component-video outputs; NTSC/PAL video conversion output

The lava lamp goes 21rst Century with the LaserPod - $99.99

2005-04-16T14:17:00.000-10:00

ThinkGeek.com - $99.00 - The Laserpod is one of the most innovative lighting products to hit the scene since peace, love, and understanding were the only things to strive for. These days there are more interesting things to strive for. For example every self-respecting geek realizes life would be empty without interacting with the latest and greatest gadgets, gizmos and doodads. Enter the Laserpod, it's a veritable cornucopia of techno-appeal. This desktop sized device splits three electronic lasers and three high-intensity blue and ultraviolet LEDs, then throws them into a hand-cut faceted crystal to create some of the most unique and memorable mood lighting you'll ever witness.

Free subscription to Redmond magazine

2005-04-16T10:43:00.000-10:00

Redmond magazine is the indepedent voice of the Microsoft IT community. They are offering free subscriptions. The monthly print magazine includes technical articles that help with integration and support of Microsoft Windows Server and BackOffice products. Their online edition also has a lot of useful information and up-to-date information.

Zone Labs ZoneAlarm Security Suite 2005 - Free after rebate!

2005-04-16T10:33:00.000-10:00

Zone Labs ZoneAlarm Security Suite 2005 - Free after rebates, normally $59.99. Don't leave your PC unprotected. This package includes a Firewall, Antivirus, Privacy, AntiSpam, and AntiPhishing protecting. Complete security system in one easy-to-use solution. Award-winning firewall; comprehensive antivirus protection. Cookie control, ad blocker, and cache cleaner for maintaining privacy. Instant messaging security; Web site filtering blocks offensive content. MailSafe quarantines suspicious email attachments.

Kodak 5.0 MP Digital Camera w/256MB MMC Card

2005-04-15T10:23:00.000-10:00

Kodak 5.0 MP Digital Camera w/256MB MMC Card - $199.99 - This is a great deal on a 5MP camera. This would make a great "extra" camera when you don't want to take your good camera someplace dangerous (like the beach, skiing, or hiking). This set inclues a case, 256MB MMC card and a card reader. 5.0 Megapixel. 3x optical zoom. 1 ~ 5 digital zoom. 1.6-inch color TFT. LCD with anti-glare coating. 30 fps preview rate. Sharing is one-touch simple. Real image optical viewfinder. 24-bit, millions of colors. Auto (80 - 160) ISO. Multi-pattern TTL-AE with program mode exposure control. Automatic White Balance. JPEG/EXIF v2.2 file format. Quicktime movie file format.

Dell Axim X5 400MHz Pocket PC w/64MB RAM & Free Accessories! - $179.00

2005-04-13T19:30:00.000-10:00

Dell Axim X5 400MHz Pocket PC - $179.00. This is a great deal on the Dell Axim X5 if you are looking for a PDA. The Dell Axim X5 is the ultimate handheld device that offers outstanding features at an affordable price. It's powered by the Intel XScale Processor running at 400 MHz to help keep up with the tasks of everyday life, and also includes 64 megabytes SDRAM and 48 megabytes Intel StrataFlash ROM.

Panasonic DMR-E95HS DVD Recorder w/ 160GB Hard Drive - $339.99

2005-04-12T18:38:00.000-10:00

Panasonic DMR-E95HS DVD Recorder w/ 160GB Hard Drive Buy.com has the Panasonic DMR-E95HS DVD Recorder (including a 160GB hard drive and DVD recorder) for $339.99. I'm VERY tempted. I usually try to avoid things that will make me watch more television. I rarely video tape anything since the X-Files went off the air. However, Law and Order (the original) qualifies. I'm just afraid I'll end up with 200 hours of episodes to watch! LOL! Anyway, this is a pretty cool unit. The number one reason I like it is that it does NOT require a subscription! It also uses the TV Guide On Screen information. You can dump information from a video camera to this unit. And, it has a built-in DVD recorder that does DVD-R and DVD-RAM (it does not appear to do dual-layer, though.) The biggest downside is that it does not have a "network" connection. For this kinda money, I expect my gadgets to be networkable! :-)

Here are some stats on this little jewel. TV Guide On Screen 8-day program guide (listings for local broadcast and cable TV). Built-in 160GB hard drive for recording/playback. Records to DVD-RAM and DVD-R. Digital video (IEEE 1394) input for use with compatible camcorders. Plays DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and Video CD. Plays DVD-Audio (stereo only), CD, audio CD-R & CD-RW, and MP3 CD-R & CD-RW. SD Card slot for displaying or transferring JPEG or TIFF digital photos. PC Card (Type II) slot for other memory card types (adapter not included). Progressive-scan mode for smoother video with HD-compatible TVs (via the component video output). De-interlacer with 3-2 pulldown processing. 54MHz/10-bit video DAC. 181-channel NTSC tuner. VCR Plus+®, timer, and manual recording. IR blaster for timer recordings with a cable box. Two stereo audio recording modes: Dolby® Digital 2.0 and PCM. Optical digital output for Dolby Digital/DTS®/PCM. 3 sets of A/V inputs (composite and S-video), including 1 front-panel set. 2 sets of A/V outputs (2 composite, 2 S-video, and 1 480i/480p component video). RF input/output. Remote control (multibrand for TVs).

Freedom Keepsafe $29.99 - Never leave something important behind again

2005-04-09T19:21:00.000-10:00

Freedom Keepsafe$29.99 - Got a friend that is always forgetting important things? Like walking off and forgetting their PDA or notebook??!!! This is for them! The kit consists of a pair or devices, working together to make sure you don't leave your PDA, cell phone, or PSP behind. Simply attach the smaller unit to the backside of the device you're looking to keep track of, and slip the other unit into your pocket. A built-in proximity sensor will sound an alarm to alert you if you try get up and go without your treasured device!

Logitech QuickCam IM USB PC Camera w/Headset $22.95 after savings code

2005-04-05T20:25:00.000-10:00

Logitech QuickCam IM w/Headset - $22.95 after Geeks Secret Savings Code GEEKIMCAM. Why just chat with text when it's so easy to make them come alive with video and audio too! Now, thanks to QuickCam IM, video communication with a web cam is easier and more affordable than ever. It sets up in minutes; just install the software, plug in the camera and headset, and begin sharing! QuickCam IM has everything you need to get started with online video. It shoots live video and captures photos, and it works with all the major instant messaging applications.

Epson Stylus Photo 1280 Inkjet Printer - $289.99 after rebate

2005-04-05T20:07:00.000-10:00

Epson Stylus Photo 1280 Inkjet Printer - $289.99 after rebate - 2,880 x 720 dpi maximum resolution. True borderless photo printing in 6 popular sizes. 6-color photo ink system. 4-picoliter variable-sized ink droplets for fine detail. USB and parallel interfaces; PC and Mac compatible. Has gotten pretty good reviews. A friend of mine has one of these (she paid a lot more) and it prints beautiful prints.

SMC EZ-Stream Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver - $72.50 after discount code

2005-04-03T20:23:00.000-10:00

SMC EZ-Stream Wireless $72.50 using discount code. Very cool! The EZ Stream Multimedia receiver from SMC allows you to access multimedia files on PCs within your network, and listen to them on your home entertainment system. With support for all of the emerging wireless standards, the EZ-Stream Multimedia Receiver makes it easy to integrate into a wireless home network. You will be able to enjoy your digital home videos and digital photographs on your big screen television instead of your laptop or desktop monitor. You will also be able to enjoy streaming radio from the internet on your home entertainment speakers instead of your computer speakers. You will certainly enjoy your computer media files in a whole new way with this great device. On checkout, use Secret Savings Code EZSTREAM.

Weekly deals at J&R Electronics

2005-04-03T19:58:00.000-10:00

Iogear 3.5 inch 160GB External Tri-Select Combo ION Hard Drive only $159.88 at JR.com

Samsung 19 inch LCD Monitor only $529 after $50 rebate at JR.com

Creative Labs MuVo TX FM 256MB Digital Audio Player only $79.88 at JR.com

Koss DVP2161 Compact DVD with MP3/CD Player - $39.99

2005-04-02T21:10:00.000-10:00

Koss DVP2161 Compact DVD with MP3/CD Player - $39.99 - Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel surround-sound passthrough (for use with surround-decoding audio/video receiver). Includes full-function remote control, AC adapter. Compact DVD/CD player with Dolby/DTS passthrough offers ready connection to TVs, computer monitors, car screens. Plays MP3 CD, audio CD, DVD-Video, video CD; offers full-featured audio CD and MP3 CD menu controls. Not portable since it is not battery operated.

Logitech Z-5300e 5.1 2-Piece Surround Sound - $109.94 (after rebate)

2005-04-02T20:58:00.000-10:00

Logitech Z-5300e 5.1 2-Piece Surround Sound PC and Gaming Speaker System - $109.94 - 280 watts system power (35.25 watts x 4, plus 39-watt center and 100-watt subwoofer). 5.1 surround sound speaker system designed for PC or game console use. Includes 4 satellite speakers, center speaker, subwoofer, and color-coded audio cables.
Wired SoundTouch remote controls volume and power. Matrix mode creates surround sound from stereo, 4-channel, and 5.1 sources.

April promotions at SmartHome

2005-04-02T19:46:00.000-10:00

April Promotions at SmartHome

Receive a FREE The Black & Decker Freewire¿ Indoor/Outdoor Starter Kit on orders over $100. The Black & Decker Freewire Indoor/Outdoor Starter Kit contains everything you'll need to get started on an affordable, expandable, wireless automation system, which is so easy to use, it sets up in only a few minutes. Offer valid April 1st through April 30th, 2005. Hurry while supplies last! Please mention promo code: EA200504A

Receive a FREE Wonder Winder Electrical Cord Winder on orders over $100. Offer valid April 1st through April 30th, 2005. Kickstart your spring cleaning with The Wonder Wire Electrical Cord Winder. It will help you keep your garage clean and clutter free. Hurry while supplies last! Please mention promo code: EA200504B

Receive a FREE Prestige Wine Cooler on orders over $100. This wine cooler chills wine in minutes, without ice and will keep it cool for hours. Offer valid April 1st through April 30th, 2005. Hurry while supplies last! Please mention promo code: EA200504C

Heart Rate Monitor/ Watch - $46.50

2005-04-01T20:09:00.000-10:00

Heart Rate Monitor/ Watch - $46.50 - Pretty cool little device. I could not resist buying one to take to gym with me. It works darned well. The HR318 monitors heart rate continuously; it is transmitted from a wireless chest strap to an accompanying water-resistant wristwatch, that also displays the time and date on its HiGlo Electro-luminescent LCD screen display. This new Heart Rate watch measures 30-240 beats per minute, and automatically sets upper and lower heart rate limits that are personally designated for the individual user. A stopwatch, calorie counter, fat burning percentage reading, and maximum and average heart rates are stored and automatically compiled into a heart rate history.

Microsoft Digital Image Pro 10.0 - $19.99 (after rebate)

2005-04-01T19:21:00.000-10:00

Microsoft Digital Image Pro 10.0 - $19.99 - My mom uses this software and she really likes it. I can't resist a rebate, so I'm ordering it, too. Powerful photo-editing tools; easy to use. New color management and exposure tools. Improved fix red-eye tool; new panoramic stitching. Share photo creations; e-mail, order prints online, or print out. Designer templates for cards, calendars, and more.

Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter with cool LCD read-out - $59.99

2005-03-26T19:21:00.000-10:00

Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter - $59.99 - Sounds kinda steep for a hotspot finder, but this one includes a neat LCD screen that shows you more information about the hotspot. Your typical WiFi detector will only show the presence of a signal and relative signal strength. This Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter, from Canary Wireless, has a 12-character LCD that provides information on signal availability and strength as well as essential network information, including SSID, security status and channel. When multiple networks are present the LCD will allow you to scroll through information for each network. The security status of the hotspot is also nice. My currently little hotspot finder only shows the fact that there is a signal.

Neon CD/DVD Carrying Cases - Secret Discount Code

2005-03-26T12:04:00.000-10:00

120-CD/DVD Hard Plastic Case Secret Discount Code on 120 CD/DVD ($6.46 after code), 104 CD/DVD ($4.97 after code), and 96 CD/DVD ($3.47 after code) cases. Enter the code HOPPYGEEKSTER in the red promotional code field during checkout. Offer expires on 3/31/2005.

LED Magic Spinning Ball w/Multi-Color Lights - $7.99

2005-03-26T11:19:00.000-10:00

LED Magic Spinning Ball $7.99 - Why? I'm not sure, but it does look spiffy. This LED Magic Spinning Ball contains 10 colorful LED lights that create a fun-tastic glow for everyone to enjoy! Simply press the button and let the incredible light show begin! Good cubicle conversation piece. Since Jennifer Anniston is filing for divorce, I wonder if she would be impressed by one of these sitting on my desk. :-)

"Shocking" ink pen - Just in time for April Fool's Day

2005-03-25T11:08:00.000-10:00

Electric Shocking Pen - $5.99 - This will teach people to borrow my ink pens and not return them! Looks and feels like a fancy ball point pen, but this Electric Shocking Pen will zap your friends! When they click this pen, they'll get a shocking feeling so strong that it'll cause them to jump! It's guaranteed to scare the pants off anyone who is unlucky enough to fall for this hilarious prank!

Sony Ericsson T637 Phone - (They pay YOU $220.01)

2005-03-24T11:22:00.000-10:00

Sony Ericsson T637 Phone - Next Generation (AT&T) - (-$220.01) - Yes, rebates totalling $220.01! The catch, of course, is that you have to sign up for a 2-year service agreement with AT&T/Cingular. I have AT&T and use a Motorola SmartPhone. They have a couple of poor service areas, though. I all it THE ENTIRE ISLAND OF OAHU! But their pricing is great and this is a pretty spiffy phone. Built-in CommuniCam Digital Camera. Bluetooth enabled; Infrared support. Wireless Village Instant Messaging client - Yahoo, AOL, and ICQ supported. Alarm clock with snooze, Automatic Answer, Calculator, Calendar with up to 500 entries. Includes phone, earbud and travel charger.

Ridata DVD+R and DVD+RW 8x 50-packs

2005-03-22T23:04:00.000-10:00

Dang! These things just keep getting cheaper and cheaper. You can get less quality blank DVDs, but count on making some coasters. These seem to get pretty good reviews. Ridata DVD+R 8x 50-pack Spindle $15.74 after rebate and Ridata DVD+RW 4x 50-pack Spindle $15.39 after rebate. Rebates only good on products ordered before March 31, 2005!

SmartParts Digital Photo Frame - $129.99!!!!

2005-03-18T21:50:00.000-10:00

SmartParts Digital Photo Frame at ThinkGeek.com $129.99 - If you have been waiting for the digital photo frames to get cheaper, this is a great bargain. Definitely something that is going to my mom for her computer desk. Display your digital photos on this nifty digital picture frame for all the world to see. The frame reads images stored on CF, MMC or SD memory cards from an integrated card reader. You can also upload or download images between a memory card and your PC via included USB cable.

Equity SkyScan Atomic Wall Clock - $28.49

2005-03-18T21:40:00.000-10:00

Equity SkyScan Atomic Wall Clock $28.49 from Amazon. Kinda cool. Automatically sets itself and displays the date and temperature, too. Neat that it does not have to set itself, it uses a radio signal from the U.S. Naval Observatory in Colorado. Unfortunately, I live outside of its range (about 2,000 miles).

Pixo Corion C700 17" LCD Monitor with Speakers - $178.98 after rebate

2005-03-18T21:33:00.000-10:00

Pixo Corion C700 17" LCD Monitor with Speakers (White) for $178.98 (after 70.00 mail-in rebate). I'm not sure who Pixo Corion is, but the monitor is dirt cheap. Almost disposable technology considering my first 17" flat panels cost $600. Decent specs, but probably a little slow if you are a gamer. Sharp 1,280 x 1,024 resolution, 0.264 mm dot pitch. 160-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles. Bright 250-nit display, rich 400:1 contrast ratio. Built-in 1-watt stereo speakers.

Velocity DVD+R 4.7GB, 120-minute 8x - $26.99

2005-03-18T21:29:00.000-10:00

Velocity DVD+R 4.7GB, 120-minute 8x (100-pack Spindle) for $26.99. I can remember when blank DVD+R's were $5.00. And that was less than 3 years ago. Oh, wait, I can remember when blank CD-R's were almost $15!!!!

Ambient Office Dashboard - $149.99

2005-03-16T20:37:00.000-10:00

Ambient Office Dashboard - $149.99 - Okay, at first, I could not figure out what in the world this little puppy did. All I can think of is Tom Paris' idea of what the Delta Flyer's instrument panels should look like (if you don't get that reference, then you are not a real geek!!!). I'm reasonably sure that this thing does not really do anything, but I'm tempted to get one for my desk at work. Well, if I *had* a desk. Analog aesthetic meets digital information with the Ambient Office Dashboard. The Dashboard operates wirelessly and displays real-time, at-a-glance information customized to your world. Simply select the details that you wish to track — stocks, weather, traffic, and more — and watch as the world streams in. It can simultaneously track three different pieces of data and display them in an analog format.

TIX Led Clock - $59.99

2005-03-16T20:29:00.000-10:00

TIX Led Clock at ThinkGeek.com - $59.99 - Millions of patterns are possible with the futuristic-looking Tix clock, yet the clock is extremely simple to read once you grasp the basic concept. The four seperate fields act like the four digits of a digital clock. The value of each digit is simply the number of illuminated squares in each field. So any given time of the day may have thousands of different ways of displaying the time. The perfect "cubicle" conversation piece.

Verbatim CD-R 80MIN 700MB Digital Vinyl CD-R 25pk Spindle - $7.99

2005-03-16T20:19:00.000-10:00

Searching around for nifty things, I stumbled across Verbatim CD-R 80MIN 700MB Digital Vinyl CD-R 25pk Spindle at Amazon. At first, I said to myself "Self, what the heck is 'digital vinyl'". Then, I realized that they were CD-R's. So, I said, "Darn, $7.99 is pretty expensive for a 25-pack of CD-R's". Then, I looked closer at the picture. Cute gimmick. Neat media for music. Certainly worthy of a geeky bargain.

FREE Laser Pointer

2005-03-16T19:43:00.000-10:00

Get a free Laser Pointer from ThinkGeek.Com
- The catch? You need to order at least $25.00 of paying merchandise. When you check out, enter the code "LASER" during checkout.

Lexmark X75 All-In-One Printer - $49.99

2005-03-15T21:20:00.000-10:00

Lexmark X75 All-In-One Printer $57.99 (while supplies last!) - I'm in the market for a new printer. I have decided to once again try for something that will do printing, scanning, and copying. This is a great price, but it is an ink jet printer and I'm very fond of lasers.

Apple 1 GB iPod Shuffle MP3 Player - $149.99

2005-03-09T22:03:00.000-10:00

Apple 1 GB iPod Shuffle MP3 Player M9725LL/A - $149.99 - 1 GB model holds up to 240 songs; supports MP3, MP3 VBR, AAC, Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store, M4A, M4B, M4P), and WAV. Up to 12 hours of battery life, with approximately 4 hour charge time. USB 1.1 and 2.0 compatibility through integrated USB connector. Compatible with Mac OS X v10.2.8 or later (Mac OS X 10.3.4 or later recommended for use with low-power USB ports) and Windows 2000 with SP 4 or Windows XP Home or Professional with SP 2. Earbud headphones, lanyard, and USB cap included.

Free RF Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse (with purchase)

2005-03-09T20:43:00.000-10:00

Get a free RF Wireless Black and Silver Keyboard and Optical Mouse Set with the purchase of a barebones system such as the Soyo SY-PV4VTP VIA PT800 Socket 478 Barebones System or the Soyo SY-KT600 Dragon Plus Socket A Barebons System. Join the "build it yourself" craze and get exactly the computer you want.

Free boxes and shipping supplies!

2005-03-09T12:12:00.000-10:00

Okay, I know this is not a very exciting post, but I'm pretty impressed with the U.S. Postal Service. In the past, they have been very stingy with their Priority and Express mail supplies when I have gone in to the post office. Now, you can order Priority and Express mail supplies (they can only be used with the U.S. Post Office, though).

Plus, now you can print out postage online, get low priority shipping rates on "fixed postage" boxes, etc... They are now just as easy to use as FedEx and UPS. And the pricing is pretty competetive.

For supplies, go to the Postal Service Store where you can get boxes, shipping tape, and, of course, buy stamps. Once you have an account, you can buy postage and print labels. Very cool and convenient. Even price competetive for using it from Hawaii. Time to start selling some junk I have around the house on E-Bay!

Mintek MDP-1770KIT 7" Portable DVD Player Kit - $162.94

2005-03-06T22:14:00.000-10:00

Mintek MDP-1770KIT 7" Portable DVD Player Kit - $162.94 - Great for vacations and long plane rides. Comes with Travel Bag, Two headsets, Y Adaptor, AV & Car Adaptor, AV Cable, Battery Pack. Plays DVD/CD/MP3/CD-RW. Built in Stereo Speakers and Anti Shock System. Optical Output and Earphone Output. 16:9 Widescreen Monitor

IOGear GWP512 802.11g Wireless Notebook Card - $8.99 after rebate

2005-03-06T22:10:00.000-10:00

Iogear Wireless-G Notebook Short Card (GWP512) - $8.99 after rebate - 54 Mbps wireless connection speed, up to five times higher than 802.11b. Sleek, compact antenna is designed for maximum agility. Includes Funk Software’s Odyssey client to support strong WLAN authentication protocols, such as EAP-TLLS, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS and LEAP. Ultra-easy installation in just a few simple steps. Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP.

Deals from eCost

2005-03-05T22:39:00.000-10:00

256MB Secure Digital (SD) Card - $4.00 after rebate - For digital devices such as MP3's, PDA's, handhelds, and digital cameras that have a Secure Digital (SD) card slot.

M3000 Bluetooth Headset $35.00 - The M3000 has up to eight hours of talk time and 200 hours of standby time and a noise-canceling microphone that reduces background noise.

SONY Noise-Canceling Headphones ( SONY Refurbished Model MDR-NC6 ) - Qty Limited $32.00

Albert Einstein Action Figure - $7.99

2005-03-05T22:33:00.000-10:00

Albert Einstein Action FigureMarch 14th is Pi Day & Also Albert E's Bday!. Dressed for intense classroom action, this Albert Einstein Action Figure stands with a piece of chalk in his hand, poised to explain relativity or do battle with the forces of entropy...

Sylvania 6620LE 20" Flat-Panel LCD TV $479.99

2005-03-05T22:26:00.000-10:00

Sylvania 6620LE 20" Flat-Panel LCD TV - 47% off list price - $479.99 - This makes a great TV for the kitchen, office, or spare bedroom. Slim-profile LCD television compatible with 480p/1080i video signals; 24.5 x 19.2 x 10.6 inches (W x H x D). High (500 cd/m2) brightness, high (500:1) contrast ratio; wide viewing angles (170 by 155 degrees, horizontal/vertical). Includes 181-channel NTSC tuner and a 3-line digital comb filter to remove blurred edges between colors. MTS/SAP stereo sound with 2 elliptical speakers; RF, composite-video, S-video, and component-video inputs. Full-function remote control, V-Chip parental controls

DVD Sale at buy.com starting March 7

2005-03-05T22:14:00.000-10:00

2 DVDs For $15 at Buy.com! Ends 3-21-2005

2 DVDs for $25 at Buy.com! Ends 4-5

Oscar Winners & Nominees on DVD up to 40% Off Ends 3-30

Buy Bambi + any Other Disney DVD and Save $3 Instantly exp 3/31

Save $5.00 on any order from Gadget Universe

2005-03-05T10:46:00.000-10:00

Netgear MR814 802.11b Wireless 4-Port Cable/DSL Router - $19.99 after rebate

2005-03-04T20:40:00.000-10:00

Netgear MR814 802.11b Wireless 4-Port Cable/DSL Router - $19.99 - These things get cheaper and cheaper. I paid almost $300 for my first Linksys wireless access point 5 years ago; and it was not even a router! Connect to a cable/DSL modem and get wired or wireless Internet access for all your computers. Compatible with most 802.11b wireless networking devices. Firewall, 128-bit Encryption, Parental controls. Smart Wizard automatically detects ISP type, Port Range Forwarding, Exposed Host (DMZ), URL Content Filtering, E-mail Alerts, and Wireless MAC Address Authentication.

Rio Cali 256 MB Sport MP3 Player - $99.98

2005-03-04T20:35:00.000-10:00

Rio Cali 256 MB Sport MP3 Player - $99.98 - This is a good deal on the Rio Cali MP3 with 256MB of storage. This is the player that I have and I'm pretty pleased with it. It comes with an arm strap and case so that you can easily wear it to the gym, jogging, or skiing (which I do). The headphones are not the greatest, but they work good for my purposes. I'm usually listening to the Goo Goo Dolls or Linkin Park, not the London Symphony Orchestra. :-) For me, 256MB of storage is a LOT of music. Player runs for a long time on a single AAA battery. And this is far cheaper than what I paid for this player over a year ago!

USB Glowing Snowman

2005-03-04T20:06:00.000-10:00

USB Glowing Snowman - $9.99 - One more thing you can power with your USB port! LED cycles through 4 colors. Dimensions: 2.15" dia x 4.5" high. A great desktop addition, sure to put you in a happy mood. The LEDs glow through 4 color changes. Think snow!

Dell Coupon Codes for March 4

2005-03-04T16:58:00.000-10:00

Here are the latest Dell Coupon Codes. These expire in the next few days or a maximum number of uses. Logon to your dell.com account and add them to your My Coupons list to see specific usage rules.

$300 off $899 Dimension Desktops - $RMX4WCJ8P7VTX
20% off $2000 PowerEdge Servers - 0QXC5HLHQP9NBB
30% off $4000 PowerEdge Servers - $PWXFMT7JSVCT2
30% off $999 Inspiron Notebooks - 639LN2KXQ?Z11Q
25% off $1399 Inspiron Notebooks - HFDT8WGQKLTD4V
$125 off Dell 19" LCD TV's - 631$LGWT6XGQ30
$525 off Dell 26" LCD TV's - 6R4HPQ55X6W2MV
$550 off Dell 30" LCD TV's - BP2Q1T172Q2896
$325 off Dell 42" ED Plasma TV's - WNTF1N2MKQ75FC
$600 off Dell 42" HD Plasma TV - G$7?M040H93ZT0
$300 off Dell PowerEdge SC420 Server - 22D7H7VMB2VC90
$25 off refurbished Dimension 3000 or 4700 - 8RH4J9F4Z27RDD

Here are the current Dell promotions (no code required)
FREE CD /DVD Combo Upgrade on Select Notebooks

Up to $200 off Select Desktops! Limited time offer

$750 off select PowerEdge Servers! Limited Time

Up to 25% off Dell All-In-One Printers!

FREE Flat Panel Monitor with select Dell PCs!

Free 3-5 Day Shipping! Sorry, folks in Hawaii, this deal does not apply to us.

Additional Deals

Microsoft OneNote 2003 - (Get $15.00 back after rebate)

2005-03-03T22:17:00.000-10:00

Microsoft OneNote 2003 - I have always been skeptical about OneNote's potential market. Note taking software? Excuse me? But, the people that use it rave about it. I guess my paper notes all over my desktop might possible be organized better in another fashion. :-) Anyway, you can get OneNote 2003 if you already own another Microsoft product. Read the rebate form for more details. Capture and use notes on laptop or desktop computers or Tablet PCs. Versatility of paper notes; efficiency of digital organizational tools. Capture info in multiple ways; store in one place; easy to use. Be more productive anywhere you work with notes. Great for in meetings, classes, phone conferences, and more.

Microsoft Money 2004 Premium - $9.99

2005-03-03T22:11:00.000-10:00

Microsoft Money 2004 Premium - $9.99 - Microsoft is practically giving away Money 2004. I guess this is a big push to get more marketshare from Quicken (which I use). I'm not ready to change to Money (Accountant uses Quicken), but if I did not already own Quicken, this would be an awesome deal. It is almost worth it to buy it just to install it and see the features.

Logitech Harmony 688 Universal Remote Control

2005-03-03T22:05:00.000-10:00

Logitech Harmony 688 Universal Remote Control (Black) - $149.94 - Get rid of 4 or 5 remote controls on your coffee table. Comprehensive remote control integrates entire home theater system with 1-button use. 4 single-touch activity buttons activate all necessary components and settings. Includes dedicated buttons for TiVo and other digital video recorders. Sets up quickly and easily with online Web wizard. No macro programming required; includes USB cable and 4 AAA batteries

Free Gel Toy

2005-03-03T21:58:00.000-10:00

Free Gel toy sample. Weird, eh? Stress relief, pen holder, wrist rest, or whatever. It's free, though.

Philips PSC805/17 Aurilium 5.1-Channel External Sound Processor - $39.88

2005-03-03T21:46:00.000-10:00

Philips PSC805/17 Aurilium 5.1-Channel External Sound Processor - $39.88 - Plug-and-play external 5.1-channel audio processor for PC use. Connects to computer through USB 2.0 interface; 24-bit, 96 kHz processing. Dolby Digital and DTS decoding; compatible with stereo, 2.1, or 5.1 outputs. Runs on Windows 2000 or XP.

GigaFast 802.11b Wireless LAN PCMCIA Card - $1.75 after rebate

2005-03-03T20:57:00.000-10:00

More great deals on wireless gear. GigaFast 802.11b Wireless LAN PCMCIA Card, Model WF721-AEX - Retail from NewEgg.com - $1.75 after rebate! Cheap! Features: Full mobility and seamless cell-to-cell roaming; Designed with integrated antenna for additional mobility.

Deals at J&R

2005-03-02T23:11:00.000-10:00

AVAYON DVD Player at JR.com $79.88

Onkyo TX-SR602B Stereo and Home Theater Surround Sound Receiver now on Deep Discount at JR.com $349.99

Canon PowerShot SD300 Digital ELPH Camera now on Deep Discount at JR.com $319.99

BRAUN Aromaster Coffee Maker $19.88

New Video Games at JR.com: MVP Baseball 2005 for PS2 $29.88

Keyhole - Your house from space!

2005-03-02T20:44:00.000-10:00

Keyhole is a service from Google that lets you fly from space to your home town. Visit exotic locales such as Maui, Tokyo, Rome and Paris. Satellite imagery makes it real. Explore restaurants, hotels, parks and schools. This uses actual satellite photographs. I downloaded the software and fly "virtually" right down the Las Vegas strip. Hotels and casinos on both sides of me! This software is awesome. And with the click of a mouse, I can determine the latitude, longitude, AND altitude of a particular point on the map. Very, very, very cool.

Dell 24" Flat Panel Wide Screen LCD monitor - $1,043.13

2005-03-01T16:16:00.000-10:00

Dell Software & Peripherals It is finally ready to order and ship! TheDell UltraSharp 2405FPW 24-inch Wide Aspect Flat Panel LCD Monitor with Height Adjustable Stand is now orderable. 15-pin D-sub / DVI-D / S-video / Composite / Component / 4 x USB 2.0. 16.7 Million colors. Clear, sharp images at a maximum resolution of up to 1920x1200 pixels. 22" x 9" x 22" to 25" / 22.1 lbs. Wide aspect panel improves productivity with less scrolling and toggling. Supports advanced features like PIP (Picture in Picture) and PBP (Picture By Picture). 4 USB 2.0 ports — two located on the side of the display for easy attachment/detachment of peripherals. 9-in-1 Flash card reader on side of the display.

Dell Coupon Codes for Tuesday

2005-03-01T16:04:00.000-10:00

Dell Home has up to $75 off new coupon codes on Electronics and Accessories.
Expires 3/3 5:59am CT, or after 2000 uses.

General Coupon Codes:
$20 off $225 or more code: JSPTPTSSCS$DBF
$35 off $325 or more code: WZLHKVTRTZMKLC
$45 off $375 or more code: 0G?$?NDWV24$V?
$50 off $400 or more code: MW86C?9?5$J8VJ
$65 off $500 or more code: DKP4V713$BPJ19
$75 off $550 or more code: ?LBP9VN9BDDFT2

TiVo TCD54040 Series2 Digital Video Recorder - 40 Hours Capacity -$84.99 after rebate

2005-03-01T15:50:00.000-10:00

TiVo TCD54040 Series2 Digital Video Recorder - Up to 40 Hours Capacity! - R54040 - $84.99 after rebate and activation! - TiVo DVRs are like VCRs but with a hard disk and without the hassles of videotape. Think incredible digital quality. Think automatic recordings of your favorite shows, all season long. So you can watch what you want, when you want. Plug into the future of home entertainment. The TiVo Series2 DVR comes with two USB expansion ports that let you view your digital photos, enjoy digital music and more on your TV. (Coming soon!) No more mystery tapes. All your favorite shows are neatly labeled and ready for viewing. Dozens of videotapes ' worth. TiVo is easy. TiVo is so easy, everyone in the house can use it.

Motorola MD681 5.8 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Speakerphone with Answering System and Caller ID - $49.88 after rebate

2005-03-01T15:20:00.000-10:00

Motorola MD681 5.8 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Speakerphone with Answering System and Caller ID - $49.88 (rebate involved). This is a great deal on this phone (it lists for $199.99) - 5.8 GHz digital signal; expandable to 6 handsets. Digital answering system with 3 individual mailboxes. Caller ID with visual call waiting. Speakerphone capability from handset and base unit. Selective ring tones and VibraCall alert.

SIM Card readers, backup, and storage (cell phone weenie stuff)

2005-03-01T15:15:00.000-10:00

SIM Card Information Backup $7.95 - Allows you to back up all that important information on your cell phone's SIM card. Unless, of course, you have a "SmartPhone", in which case you can back it up to PC! :-) Cool stuff, nonetheless.

SIM Backup 168 Memory Storage $8.90 - Easily backup your SIM data with the SIM Backup 168 Storage device! It features 16 KB internal memory, TN LCD screen, and is compatible with GSM mobile phone SIM cards.

Netgear WGB511 802.11g Wireless Networking Kit - $39.99 after rebate

2005-03-01T14:41:00.000-10:00

Everyone is coming out with wireless gear bundles now! Netgear WGB511 802.11g Wireless Networking Kit - $39.99 after rebate. Supports both 11b and 11g at 2.4 GHz. Speeds of up to 54 Mbps -- up to 5 times greater than 802.11b. Shared access to Internet and resources. Double Firewall with SPI and NAT. Highest-level WEP encryption. Too bad I already have this stuff sitting around my home office.

Sony DCRPC109 Compact MiniDV Digital Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom - $649.99

2005-03-01T14:34:00.000-10:00

Sony DCRPC109 Compact MiniDV Digital Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom - Looking for a great little digital video camera? If you don't mind paying the premium, this is one of the best. Good ratings on Amazon. Sleek, compact MiniDV camcorder and digital still camera with 1-megapixel CCD. 10x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 120x) with Super SteadyShot image stabilizer. 2.5-inch rotating LCD and color viewfinder. Low-light recording settings, Memory Stick Duo slot, Handycam Station, and intelligent accessory shoe. NP-FF51 Info Lithium Rechargeable Battery. My only beef with Sony products (laptops, cameras, etc... is that they use the Memory Stick storage technology and I like the Compact Flash and Secure Digital stuff.

Dell Server Offers

2005-03-01T14:12:00.000-10:00

FREE Double Memory on Select PowerEdge Servers - $750 off PowerEdge 6600 and 6650 Servers! Limited time offer. Up to $550 off Select PowerEdge and PowerEdge SC Servers!5 Limited time offer. FREE RAID Controller with Purchase of PowerEdge 1800, 1850, 2800 or 2850 Servers! Offers expire 03/02/05 unless noted.

March Madness Sale at SmartHome

2005-03-01T11:04:00.000-10:00

FREE TV/Cable Box Universal Remote with purchases over $50 - mention promo code: EA200503A

Receive 10% off all purchases - mention promo code: EA200503B

Buy 1 Get 1 Free!! Black & Decker Freewire Indoor/Outdoor Starter Kit contains everything you'll need to get started on an affordable, expandable, wireless automation system, which is so easy to use, it sets up in only a few minutes. Now when you Buy one Black & Decker Freewire Indoor/Outdoor Starter Kit, you'll get the second one free of charge. Very cool! Offer ends March 31, 2005

Smart Bargains clearance

2005-03-01T10:56:00.000-10:00

Cuisinart Clearance Sale An extra $25 off 8 piece stainless steel cookware. An extra $40 off 9 piece non-stick stainless steel cookware

Makita 6347DWDE 18-Volt Cordless Driver-Drill Kit - $149.99 after rebate

2005-03-01T09:47:00.000-10:00

Makita 6347DWDE 18-Volt Cordless Driver-Drill Kit (2-Speed, Variable Speed, Reversible) - $149.99 after rebate (normally $515.00!). Not geeky, but hey, even geeks need to work around the house and yard sometimes. Powerful 18-Volt Ni-MH batteries for longer run time. Industrial metal gear housing and "high performance" Makita motor for long lasting durability. 404 in.lbs. torque with16 torque settings.

PalmOne Tungsten E Handheld

2005-02-28T20:12:00.000-10:00

PalmOne Tungsten E Handheld - $189.99 - Purchase Atkins Carb Counter software for Palm and get an additional rebate. Create and edit Word, Excel and PowerPoint-compatible files on the run. Listen to MP3s, watch video clips and view photos wherever you go. Easy-to-read, high resolution, 320x320 transflective color screen.

802.11g Wireless Kit w/Router, PC Card, & PCI Card

2005-02-28T20:06:00.000-10:00

802.11g Wireless Kit w/Router - Save $10.00 with savings code GEEKWIRELESS
- $69.50 without savings code - Great starter kit for getting your home network up to speed on wireless networking.The D-Link AirPlus G DI-524 Wireless Router features four Ethernet ports to support multiple computers and a built-in, advanced firewall protection. The D-LINK AirPlus G Wireless LAN PC Card provides a fast and secure network, and access to the Internet in your home or office.

Plextor DL 16x8x4 DVD±RW Drive w/$30 Rebate!!

2005-02-28T20:03:00.000-10:00

Plextor DL 16x8x4 DVD±RW Drive w/$30 Rebate!! Plextor Double Layer DVD±RW IDE Drive! This drive is capable of burning Double Layer DVD+R discs at 4x, DVD±R at 16x, DVD+RW at 8x, and 4x DVD-RW discs! It also features 48x CD-R write speeds, 24x CD-RW rewrite speeds, and 48x CD-ROM read speeds. It offers Buffer Underrun Proof Technology for preventing writing errors and supports Intelligent Recording Technology for high quality recording speeds.

SMC EZ Connect 2.4GHz Directional Home Antenna

2005-02-28T15:22:00.000-10:00

Imrprove your home or small business's wireless reception with add-on antennas.

Hawking 2.4GHz Antenna - $32.00 - Designed for corners. Spreads out over the entire room from the corner in which you place it.

2.4 GHz Hi-Gain Directional - $19.00 - Point in the direction where most of your wireless clients are.

SMC EZ Connect 2.4GHz Antenna - $24.00 - Directional home antenna

Olympus Stylus 300 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom - $149.88 after rebate

2005-02-27T23:21:00.000-10:00

Olympus Stylus 300 3.2 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom for $149.98. This is a great price for a 3.2MP camera with a 3x optical zoom! If you already have a digital camera, this makes a great standby or beach camera. (I don't like taking my more expensive Nikon to the beach or skiing.) First digital camera with all-weather reliability --shoot digital images under almost any weather condition. 3.2 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 8 x 10 prints and medium-quality prints up to 11 x 14. 3x optical plus 4x digital (12x total) zoom lens with autofocus. My beef with this camera; it uses XD memory cards rather than SD or CF (which are cheaper and more plentiful.

Microsoft Basic Wireless Optical Desktop PC/MAC -

2005-02-27T22:48:00.000-10:00

Microsoft Basic Wireless Optical Desktop PC/MAC - $19.99 - This is over 60% off the original price. I know I paid twice this for mine over a year ago. Unfortunately, too, mine set in the box for 6 months before I installed it. I love it, though. Easy to move the mouse and keyboard anywhere I want.

Tech Blowouts Sale for Sunday

2005-02-27T22:14:00.000-10:00

Microsoft MN-610 Wireless Kit 802.11b Cable/DSL Router + 4-Port Switch and Wireless USB Adapter $57.78 - The kit includes a Microsoft Wireless Base Station and a Microsoft Wireless USB Adapter. The Microsoft easy-to-use setup software makes it easy for you to connect multiple wired and wireless computers in your home or small office to the Internet through a single broadband connection, such as a cable or DSL modem.

Xtreme Toys - Remote Controlled F1 Grand Prix Car 1/8 Scale $37.78 - The 1/8 Scale remote control F1 Grand Prix Car has a high speed electric motor, proportional steering and speed control and is capable of speeds up to 20mph! The independent suspension and road-hugging rubber racing tires provide remarkable control and all of the excitement and thrills of realistic racing!

Gravis Blackhawk Digital Joystick $6.00 (after rebate) - 100% digital response lets you move, aim, fire, and score like never before. Programmable fire buttons, rotary throttle, and an 8-way hat switch put you totally in command.

Totally Voice $20.00 - The NEXT great innovation in computing IMHO is voice recognition. This is what they say about their software: Meet Marnee, the Totally Voice interactive speech assistant. With Marnee, you can put your keyboard and mouse aside and manage your appointments, to-do lists, and more--hands free. I'm tempted to check this out, but I suspect there are too many variables for today's CPUs, disks, and memory to adequately handle in voice recognition, but true computer voice recognition is not too far away.

Free Software (after rebate) and almost free software

2005-02-27T19:27:00.000-10:00

Some free software from Amazon. Just make sure to fill out the rebates. These are eligible for Saver Shipping, too!

Art Explosion: Holiday Clip Art (Free)
Norton Systemworks and Personal Firewall 2005 Bundle (Free)
eTrust PestPatrol 2005 - AntiSpyware (Free)
Freespace / Silent Threat Bundle - ($0.25)
Greeting Card Factory Standard (Free)
IdeaSoft Desktop Labels Platinum (Free)
Mastersoft Money Lite ($1.00)
'N Sync Hotline Fantasy Phone and CD-ROM Game ($1.27)
Norton GoBack 4.0 - $24.99
Photo Explosion Standard (Free)
Raxco PerfectDisk 7.0 Disk Defragmentation - $20.99
TaxCut 2004 Standard - ($9.95)
ZoneAlarm Security Suite 2005 ($29.99)

Current Dell offers and Dell Coupon Codes

2005-02-27T19:11:00.000-10:00

Inspiron Notebooks
$750 off $1999 code - 2?KC764LWR8$WQ
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$500 off $1399 code- CG3VLZX4?Z$796

Dimension Desktops
$300 off $999 code - VGL42XS28QQ0WH

SanDisk SDSDB-1024-A10 Secure Digital 1GB - $62.99 (after rebate)

2005-02-27T19:07:00.000-10:00

More SD storage deals from Amazon. SanDisk SDSDB-1024-A10 Secure Digital 1GB

Jabra JAB-BT200 for Non-Bluetooth Universal (2.5mm) Phones

2005-02-27T15:02:00.000-10:00

Jabra JAB-BT200 for Non-Bluetooth Universal (2.5mm) Phones

Buy.com DVD Secret Sale - $6 to $9

2005-02-27T14:55:00.000-10:00

Secret DVD Sale
Cheap DVDs at Buy.com. Field of Dreams, Ocean's Eleven (2001), Catch Me If You Can, Die Another Day, School of Rock, Titanic, and more...

Poor man's Network Attached Storage (NAS) - Linksys Network Storage Link

2005-02-26T23:34:00.000-10:00

Linksys Network Storage Link - $89.99You can 'network' up to two of your USB attachable external disk drive units or even a USB thumb drive. Installation of the Network Storage Link is simple -- just plug it directly into your 10/100 Ethernet network, and attach your USB 2.0 hard drives or flash disk. It can self-configure to your network via DHCP or you can use the built-in utility to manually configure it. With the speedy USB 2.0 interface, you'll get quick response times with even your largest files.

Radio Controlled Microblimp 900 Mhz - $129.99

2005-02-26T23:24:00.000-10:00

R/C Microblimp 900 Mhz from ThinkGeek.com - $129.99

Very few cool products do I just jump up and proclaim "I gotta get me some of that!". Well, okay, actually, most cool products I say that. But this little radio controlled blimp is at the top of the "get me some of that" list. Most, most cool. Miniature gimballed joysticks and the rock solid 900Mhz digital R/C system give you the satisfaction of precision full proportional control indoors or out. Experienced R/C aircraft pilots will also appreciate the two user selectable mixing modes and R/C newbies will just be dumbstruck with fun poisoning.

Logitech X-530 5.1 5-PieceSystem - |$44.94

2005-02-26T23:00:00.000-10:00

Amazon has had a couple of good deals on speaker systems lately. The Logitech X-530 5.1 5-PieceSystem with Subwoofer Speaker is a little much for my little office, but it is a nice set. 5.1-channel speaker system for PCs, audio receivers, DVD players, or game consoles. FDD2 satellite technology produces uniform sound field for rich results. Dedicated center channel enhances dialogue. Master volume and subwoofer level controls for convenient access. 70 watts total system power (7.4 watts x 4, plus 15.5-watt center speaker and 25-watt subwoofer).

JVC GRD200 MiniDV 1.33 MP Camcorder - $284.99

2005-02-26T18:32:00.000-10:00

JVC GRD200 MiniDV 1.33 Megapixel Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom for $284.99 at Amazon.com. HG Digital Stills (1600x1200/1280x960/1024x768/ 640x480). 200x Digital Hyper Zoom with Spline Interpolation. 2.5" 110k-pixel Amorphous-Silicon LCD Color Monitor. Web Camera Function and MPEG-4 Email Video Clips. MultiMedia Card (8MB MMC incl.)/ SD Memory Card compatibility. BN-V408U 800 mAh Lithium-ion, High Capacity, rechargeable battery pack. Software: Digital PhotoNavigator 1.0, Digital PhotoNavigator for Mac, Imagemixer VCD 1.1, Imagemixer/ USB streaming driver, Title converter, USB Mass Storage class Driver, USB Video Streaming Driver, G.726 Decoder, Adobe Acrobat Reader. These programs do not operate with all operating systems.

Motorola MD681 5.8 GHz Digital Speakerphone - $99.99

2005-02-26T17:09:00.000-10:00

Motorola MD681 5.8 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Speakerphone with Answering System and Caller ID for $99.99. Good price, great phone. Won't interfere with 802.11 wireless devices in your house. I recently ordered a small cordless for my desktop, but have decided I really need a speaker phone since I spend so much time on hold with tech support lines. 5.8 GHz digital signal; expandable to 6 handsets. Digital answering system with 3 individual mailboxes. Caller ID with visual call waiting.