Accessories Product Center

Review: Razer ProClick Mobile Notebook Mouse

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:11:00 -0700

The ProClick Mobile takes Razer’s excellent high-precision 1,200 dpi optical resolution technology, and packages it into a smaller wireless body. The ProClick Mobile is available in four colors.

Review: SlimBlade Media Notebook Set

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 07:43:00 -0700

The Kensington SlimBlade Media Notebook Set is inarguably a stylish group of wireless input devices. Its three-piece matching keyboard, numeric keypad, and scroll-ball mouse would be sleek and attractive additions to any desk. Unfortunately, stylish does not necessarily mean well designed—and in this case, form forgot to follow function.

Targus intros Bluetooth mouse, peripherals for Mac

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:26:00 -0700

Targus has unveiled its first line of peripherals specifically for the Mac.

Review: V550 Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:36:00 -0700

The V550 Nano Cordless Laser Mouse is a fine notebook mouse and well worth its mildly pricey admission fee.

Review: Sanyo Xacti HD1010

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 07:27:00 -0700

The Sanyo Xacti HD1010 is a charming little device. Its HD video comes close to the quality produced by full-sized consumer HD camcorders, and its still photos are good enough to replace a no-frills point-and-shoot digital still camera.

Review: Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:38:00 -0700

With the Wireless Laser Desktop 7000, Microsoft has designed a wireless keyboard and mouse that work well on the Mac, both in an aesthetic sense (especially with the aluminum iMac) and in terms of practical hands-on experience.

Review: Logitech MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 07:38:00 -0700

Logitech’s new MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse isn’t as feature-filled as the MX Revolution, but it does measure up—it’s one of the better mice I’ve ever used.

Review: Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 Special Edition

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:59:00 -0700

Road warriors who pack a mouse into a laptop bag want something small and durable, like Microsoft’s Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 Special Edition. Despite its small size, it’s a comfortable mouse that tracks well.

‘Checkpoint friendly’ laptop bags explained

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:38:00 -0700

Heard about the TSA's new rules on checkpoint-friendly laptop bags? Wonder what they mean and whether your bag qualifies? This week's Mobile Mac gives you the lowdown.

Review: Pebble Wireless mouse

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 03:30:00 -0700

Macally’s Pebble Wireless is a decent mouse that greatly benefits from versatile software. Also, if having the ability to switch tracking speed on-the-fly interests you, this mouse can accomplish that trick, as well.

Review: Macally AccuGlide mouse

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 08:58:00 -0700

Despite the advantages conferred to it by its talented software, we do not recommend Macally's portable AccuGlide. It’s too small for comfort, inelegantly built, and lumbered by its wired USB connection. Macally makes some fine input devices, but the AccuGlide isn’t one of them.

Kensington offers new notebook, iPhone and iPod accessories

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:25:00 -0700

Kensington introduced several new accessories for iPhone, iPod and notebook users that allow you to connect, charge and transfer files.

Review: Linksys WRT610N Simultaneous Dual-N Band Wireless Router

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 06:56:00 -0700

Linksys has tried to improve the WRT610N and make it easier for Mac users to work with. But it has not succeeded. All the problems found could be solved through firmware updates to fix obvious bugs, and better packaging and explanation of its software.

Review: Macally Pebble 5 Button USB Laser Mouse

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 04:44:00 -0700

If you’re willing to put up with a long USB tail to gain battery-free convenience, then Macally’s inexpensive, talented Pebble mouse is a good choice.

Review: Macally Turtle mouse

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:59:00 -0700

At first glance, the Macally Turtle appears to be simply an attractive wireless mouse—perhaps a bit small and light (at 2.5 ounces) for desktop use, but a good size for a welcome traveling companion for your laptop.

Brenthaven Trek Sleeve

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:43:00 -0700

Looking for good laptop protection on the cheap? Brenthaven's Trek Sleeve, an updated version of last year's MacBook Sleeve, offers similarly impressive bang-for-the-buck.

LapTuk stand for Mac laptops debuts

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 05:19:00 -0700

The LapTuk is a new stand for Mac laptops (15 inches and smaller).

Mac MagSaver protects MagSafe connectors

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:17:00 -0700

The Mac MagSaver helps keep your MagSafe connector and its cable happy together.

Review: Ci75m Wireless Notebook Mouse

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:00:00 -0700

The Kensington Ci75m Wireless Notebook Mouse is a great traveling companion. Solid, comfortable, accurate, and attractive—it’s available in orange, grey, white, or black.

Review: Ci73 Wired Mouse

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:00:00 -0700

With the exception of Apple’s now-defunct single-button mouse, input devices don’t get much simpler than the Kensington Ci73 Wired Mouse. It has two buttons and a scroll wheel. That’s it.

Review: VerticalMouse 3 Wireless

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 05:54:00 -0700

Even if you’re not experiencing pain from the unnatural forearm rotation required by traditional mice, the Evoluent VerticalMouse 3 Wireless will provide comfort and control you never anticipated. But it takes some getting used to.

Newer offers new iBook batteries

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:48:00 -0700

Newer Technology is offering new back-to-school gear including new batteries for old laptops and a PC toolkit.

Review: Ci70 Wireless Desktop Set keyboard and mouse

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:00:00 -0700

Focus on the Ci70 Wireless Desktop Set's fine feel and convenient function keys and you'll find it's a solid desktop companion for your laptop—and if style matters to you, you can get the Ci70 in black to match your high-end MacBook or titanium to match your MacBook Pro.

ExpressCard/34 Buyers’ Guide

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 06:30:00 -0700

If you've got a MacBook Pro, you've got an ExpressCard/34 slot (instead of the old PC Card slot). Jeff Carlson explains a few of the ways you can use that slot to beef up your laptop.

Review: Ci95m Wireless Mouse with Nano Receiver

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:00:00 -0700

The Kensington Ci95m Wireless Mouse with Nano Receiver is great if you’re looking for a mouse that is light and easy to carry around. If you crave innovative buttons that facilitate different functions on your computer, you may want to look elsewhere. But as an everyday travel mouse, the modestly priced Ci95m is a great investment.

Stay-at-home mobile accessories

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:02:00 -0700

Most laptop gear is designed to enhance your mobile life, but what about all those hours you spend using your portable at home? Today’s Mobile Mac takes a look at a couple laptop accessories for your humble abode.

Review: SlimBlade Bluetooth Presenter Mouse

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 04:09:00 -0700

The Kensington SlimBlade Bluetooth Presenter Mouse is one odd little rodent. It tries to be two different animals—first, a compact traveler’s mouse, and second, a presentation controller—but it ends up doing the first poorly and the second only minimally.

MacBook Air shells and sleeves

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:44:00 -0700

Dan Frakes takes a look at thin protection for the MacBook Air, in the form of form-fitting sleeves and hard-shell covers.

Review: SlimBlade Media Mouse

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 04:58:00 -0700

Kensington's SlimBlade Media Mouse is great if you're looking for media control and sleek design in addition to basic mouse functions. The lightweight, slim body is great for travelers.

Mac-based weather station adds barometric sensor

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:16:00 -0700

Onset Computer has developed a barometric sensor for its HOBO U30 Remote Monitoring System

Review: USB microphones

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:47:00 -0700

Looking for a simple way to connect a microphone to your computer? Christopher Breen reviews four plug-and-play USB mics for podcasters and musicians.