ANHUB 7" Inch Touchscreen Android Tablet PC PAD MID WiFi *A Pefect Xmas Gift* Review

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(More customer reviews)This unit is white and has a single speaker in the back. The speaker quality is barely acceptable but thier is a place to plug in earbuds. It has a built in Mic. It uses a 20 Pin (i-Pod) USB connector. When the connector is plugged in it allows you access to the 1 GB of the Built in Flash Memory (The other 1 GB is reserved for the system files) and the SD card. Both drives will open up on the computer when the cable is plugged in. Overall the construction is of smooth relatively thin plastic and the entire unit is very light weight. This MID is much better for holding in 1 hand for extended periods of time and because of it's shape and weight is more comfortable for this task than larger MIDS. The 7" screen is bright and has a glossy sheen to it, making it unfit for use in full sunlight, however the screen is bright enough and the glare is not so bad, as to allow use during the day on a porch. The touch screen is a resistive type screen and works best (1000% times better) when used with a stylus. the user manual is not very helpful and after being read once can be safely deposited into the recycle bin.

Overall I was pleasantly surprised with it's performance.

Out of the box (With the original firmware, no swap, default screen brightness, normal rotate, and the screen not calibrated) the interface is usable but slow. The screen rotates very slowly, the gravity sensor isn't very responsive, and is not very responsive to touch. Wifi will work within about 40 feet of a wifi hub. The farm game works, The notepad works, the MP3 Player works, The photo browser works, YouTube doesn't work, The included Marketplace (Called App Market has some very interesting apps) works, Documents to Go does not work, and Fing is in Chinese and does not seem to work. Out of the box with wifi on and with the defualt settings the battery time is about 2 hours, with moderate/heavy usage.

If you go to the Eken website they have an upgrade for the firmware (This fixes Youtube and seems to make the wireless work better along with fixing a few of the other issues). Installing the firmware is as easy as downloading it (To a computer), decompress the file (7Zip), move the folder called script to the top directory of an SD Card (Attached to your computer), Plug in the M001 (Make sure it is off), Take the SD card out of the computer and put the SD Card into the MID, and then turn on the device. Make sure the MID is plugged in the whole time it is upgrading the firmware.

Even with the upgraded firmware fixes there are more responsive/cleaner modified ROMS you could replace it with such as the Ecotox or Relax firmware.

With the modified ROMs and screen brightness reduced to 40%, I was getting wifi at 80+ feet from the router and much better battery life (3-3.5 hours) plus a much more responsive device.

Regardless of which ROM is used the screen should be calibrated with either a stylus or a mechanical pencil with the lead fully retracted. Do not calibrate with your finger. After the screen is properly calibrated the screen will work much better even if you use your finger. The screen's brightness should also be adjusted as soon as possible as it will increase the battery life.

Overall the gravity sensor isn't that great. At times, especially when you apps that have a pre-set orientation are opened, the sensor will stop working until the device is turned to the orientation that the app was in for about 5-10 seconds then turning the screen the way you want it to be. It takes about 2 seconds for the screen to rotate.

Adding a Swap File(See the slate droid site on how to do this) and using the slimmed down custom ROMs will increase the performance drastically.

The controls are pretty easy to master... The center button takes you back/exits the app, the + and - buttons adjust the volume and perform other functions in some apps. Pushing the menu will bring you to the menu in the app you are in (If it is the home screen you can see and access the notifications at the top of the screen without fiddling with the tiny button at the top). Pushing home takes you to your home screen and out of the app you are in. Sliding your finger upwards scrolls the screen/text down while sliding it downwards move the screen/text up. Tapping the app or link will select it.Overall a very useful device for E-Books (Several readers available), checking E-mail, casual music, casual surfing of the internet, watching youtube videos, managing your calender, viewing digital photos, and for playing puzzle games. I would recommend that it should be a perfect inexpensive Chritstmas gift for your friend, family, and anyone who love Mobile Internet !

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*** ANHUB A873: Making a perfect Christmas Gift for your Friends and Families!Order NOW and Ship Immediately, Merry Christmas Indeed !!!*** ANHUB 7" tablet PC with Android OS WIFI, Office, MP3, MP4Skype, MSN, YoutubeSpecifications:Operating System: Android OSCPU: VIA WM8505 600MHzMemory: 128MB DDR2Screen / Display: 7" 16:9 wide-screen 800X480 high-brightness TFT LCDTouch: full-size touch operation, sliding menus, icons and dragStorage: 1GBDirection sensor: automatically turn the screen displaySupport Wi-Fi: Wireless Protocol 802.11 a/b/gSupport high-speed SD card,Memory Card 1x SD card slot, maximum support to the 32 GBAudio/Video Built in 1

Griffin A-Frame Tabletop Stand for iPad Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been looking at various iPad stands for a while now - it seems you can either get a case+stand combo or a plain stand - I just wanted the stand as I don't need another case. Most of the cases are pretty "iffy" looking - Some are transparent plastics that you "lock" into place, some are non-adjustable aluminum, some are ones I wouldn't dare put the iPad in as they just seem like they would scratch the iPad like crazy.

The A-Frame is the nicest I've seen, and seems to be the most versatile. It holds the iPad in Landscape or Portrait mode AND allows you to plug in your USB cable (the bottom of the A-Frame doesn't block access to the USB port).

The A-Frame is a very solid metal - about 1/3rd inch thick - with rubber coatings on the base, where the iPad sits and in the back (where the top of the iPad rests). This is great as they hold the iPad in place, protect it and keep the feet from sliding (even while typing or clicking on the iPad, it stays very still).

The A-Frame folds up, but is still pretty thick (and about the size of the iPad). I wanted this for home use as well as use on-the-go, and the size of it makes it a bit odd to carry around (you also don't want to put the ipad and stand together in a bag as I can easily see the stand scratching it. The edges are somewhat sharp - apparently they were recalled (according to the apple stores) because of this (I don't think anyone would really have a problem with it though - it's not THAT sharp). The weight is the bigger issue - it feels about the same weight as the iPad.

This is for use on a solid-surface only. If you want to use it on something like a bed, it won't work.

Also note that it only has 2 positions - standing up (like the picture) or collapsed (which is nice as it angles the ipad to make it a bit easier for typing). Unfortunately you can't use any positions besides these two (so if you need a certain angle.. you can't do it)

Overall, a great stand. Why not 5 stars?

* The GRIFFIN logo - is this really needed in big bold letters on the front? I know they want to brand the stand, but it really detracts from the sleek look of it.
* The weight/size - about the same as an iPad.
* Unable to do "custom" angles.

Like it so much that I have 2 of them!

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A-Frame for iPad

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Twelve South BookArc Review

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(More customer reviews)At first, I thought this stand was a bit overpriced.After I bought it and realized that it was made from solid metal, I'm willing to forgive the price.This item is solid and won't be breaking anytime soon.

I use it for my 13" MacBook Pro.One of my initial concerns was whether it would still hold my MBP since I have the Speck hardshell cover on it.Fortunately, it comes with three different silicone inserts for the stand and I'm using the largest one without any difficulty at all.

Put simply, it is a great stand and well worth the price I paid for it.

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Vertical laptop stand for MacBook, MacBook Pro and and MacBook Air. BookArc helps you free up valuable real estate on your desk, giving you a cleaner, less cluttered, Zen-like workspace. With a footprint of 10-by-4 inches, BookArc takes up a fraction of the space your MacBook wastes just lying around. And while it takes your MacBook to new heights, BookArc rests on soft, silicone footpads that keep it from leaving any unwanted surface marks or scratches on your desk. Along with a stunning design and improved ergonomics, BookArc can actually boost the performance of your laptop. When your MacBook is running closed in the BookArc, your machine will automatically dedicate 100% of its video memory to the external display - instead of splitting it with the internal display. You'll enjoy a noticeable speed increase when working in Photoshop, Aperture, iPhoto and other graphics-intensive applications. So can a notebook stand really speed up your MacBook? If it's a BookArc, the answer is yes.

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Apple Wireless Keyboard (Retail Packaging) Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently purchased an iPad and it became pretty clear that if I wanted to use it for "intense" data entry, I would need a dedicated keyboard. I looked at the keyboard dock that the iPad plugs into, but it didn't really appeal to me--I don't necessarily want the iPad to be sitting up like that, or have to be sitting on a flat surface so that it doesn't fall over. I also liked that since this is a bluetooth keyboard, I can technically use it anywhere--with all my other computers, my media computer, etc.

When I first handled the keyboard, I was amazed at just how light this thing is. It barely feels like anything at all. But what is most impressive is that despite its light weight, it does not feel flimsy or weak at all. Trying to bend it with two hands does nothing--it is incredibly sturdy and solidly built.

Its size is also a huge plus--especially since I am looking at using this primarily on the go. It is about as small as a keyboard can be, without making the keys uncomfortably small. If you've ever typed on a MacBook Pro recently (the "chicklet" keys), it feels pretty much like that. Within minutes, I was finding it very easy to type without errors. (In fact, this review is being typed using the keyboard!)

The price could be lower, but honestly, I am very pleased with the feel of this keyboard and the ease of which it was to set up and begin using immediately. It doesn't feel like something you're worried about throwing into a bag and having it snap or crack, or keys pop off, etc.

Finally, if you are planning on buying this to use with an iPad, it works great with it. A lot of the "mac specific" keys work here too--the volume keys, brightness (which works across all apps, which is an added bonus), and of course the music controls work as well.

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The incredibly thin Apple Wireless Keyboard features a beautiful, sleek design that only Apple could have dreamed up. But it's not just good looks: with function keys for one-touch access to a variety of features and Bluetooth technology that removes all cables and clutter, you'll have a keyboard that both looks great and works great.
Apple Wireless Keyboard
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Bluetooth for a cable-free and clutter-free desk
Beautiful, ultra-thin design
Low-profile aluminum enclosure with crisp, responsive keys
Intelligent power management for great battery life

The Apple Wireless Keyboard features a sleek, ultra-thin design to save space on your desk. View larger.

A row of function keys offer quick access to features. Bluetooth Connectivity for a Clutter-Free Desk
Your Mac works with the Apple Wireless Keyboard through Bluetooth capabilities built into both. Just follow a few simple steps to pair them. Then you can move your keyboard anywhere within range and wirelessly type away.
Smart, Compact Design Saves Space
Set the keyboard on your desk, and you'll see that it takes up far less space - up to 24 percent less - than other full-size keyboards. And you have even more room to mouse comfortably alongside of it. You'll also feel a difference when you type. Your hands will appreciate the low-profile aluminum enclosure and the crisp, responsive keys. Use the new wireless Magic Mouse alongside the Apple Wireless Keyboard and get the full effect of a cable-free (and clutter-free) desk.
Dedicated Function Keys for One-Touch Access
A row of function keys across the top of the keyboard give you one-touch access to a variety of Macfeatures including Exposé and Dashboard, saving you time and helping you get more done.
Get Outstanding Battery Life from Just Two Batteries
The Apple Wireless Keyboard now requires just two AA batteries - one less than the previous model. And its intelligent power management system conserves battery life. So when you're not using it, the keyboard automatically powers down. The instant you start typing, your keyboard turns on.
System Requirements
Bluetooth-enabled Mac computer, Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later and Aluminum Keyboard Software Update 2.0, Existing keyboard and mouse for initial setup, Two AA batteries (included)
The Apple Wireless Keyboard is backed by a one-year warranty.
What's in the Box
Apple Wireless Keyboard, Two AA batteries, Printed documentation



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