This week's gadgets
Logitech Momo Racing Force
Price:€89
Buy:komplett.ie
DESIGNED for the PC by racing professionals, the full rubber wheel, stick shifter and racing pedals have been created to feel just like the real thing. Two paddle shifters allow for fast gear changes with both hands on the wheel; or choose the manual shift knob for precise sequential shifting. Foot pedals are mounted on a large, stable base. Six programmable buttons, 240 degrees of wheel rotation and a triple clamping system complete this racing experience.
iBend iPhone Stand
Price:€6
Buy:firebox.com
SOMETIMES THE simplest ideas are the best. The drawback with watching video on the iPhone is you have to hold it – but this product solves that problem. Simple but effective, this ludicrously lightweight strip of vinyl holds your beloved iPhone (or iPod touch) at a perfect viewing angle, allowing you to watch movies, slideshows, apps and much more. Using it is easy: simply bend it into shape and put your device between its grooves.
Epson Stylus SX115
Price:€79
Buy:computer stores nationwide
THE EPSON Stylus SX115 provides the highest printing resolution in its class but it also boasts an Energy Star® qualification and is Energy Saving Recommended. This would be an ideal gift for those who care about the environment, and this compact printer, scanner and copier uses Epson DURABrite Ultra Ink to produce high-quality documents and lab-quality photos – a great present for the green photographer. Prints 30 pages a minute.
Digital Video Memo
Price:€33
Buy:firebox.com
LEAVING A standard note for someone is so 2009! Drag yourself into 2010 with this, the Digital Video Memo which allows you to leave a 30 second video message for someone. Once you’ve recorded your message a flashing LED alerts passers by. All they have to do is press the ‘play’ button – easy! Think of it as a high tech sticky note with a 1.5” LCD screen, built-in vid cam and USB rechargeable battery.