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Belkin's Switch-to-Mac USB Cable

by Steven Sande (RSS feed) on Nov 12th, 2008

Peripheral maker Belkin has taken note of the fact that a lot of people are switching to Macs. Their new Switch-to-Mac USB Cable, available in the US now for US$49.99, is designed to streamline the process of moving files from your PC running Windows XP or Vista to your Mac running Tiger or Leopard.

The cable comes with a Migration Assistant that performs a similar function to Apple's Migration Assistant -- it copies music, movies, photos, files, and Internet preferences from the PC to the Mac at USB 2.0 speeds. At the completion of the migration, the software provides a summary of all of the content that has been copied and the location of the files.

Belkin says the Switch-to-Mac USB Cable is on sale in the US now, and it will be available in Canada, Asia, Europe and Australia beginning in February, 2009.

Tags: belkin, migration, pc, switcher, usb

Filed under: Analysis / Opinion, Gaming, Hardware, Apple, iPhone, App Store, SDK

Belkin JoyPod plans sneak out (now confirmed false)

by Mike Schramm (RSS feed) on Sep 1st, 2008


Update: Belkin reps have contacted us to say that the JoyPod, while a fascinating idea, is not a product they have in development. Oh well!

I guessed that we'd see a more official iPhone controller sooner or later, but I didn't think it'd be this much sooner -- Touch Arcade has unearthed this photo of a Belkin-branded game controller/case for the iPhone and iPod touch called the JoyPod. Looks pretty slick, though as Engadget points out, the ratios don't really work out -- odds are that the final product will have to be a little longer to fit the iPhone in there.

Very interesting, though -- now I'm curious to see if Apple really will support stuff like this. Supporting a third-party controller would seem to go against His Jobsness' suggestion that a multitouch screen could be used for anything (even typing on an awkward non-tactile keyboard), but clearly there's a demand, from consumers if not from devs themselves, to move game controls off the screen and onto buttons you can feel while pressing. How else will you be able to "exprimir al maximo tu iPhone o iPod touch"?

Tags: belkin, buttons, design, gaming, iphone, ipod-touch, joypad, multitouch, touch-arcade

Filed under: Accessories, Portables

Belkin Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger

by Mat Lu (RSS feed) on Mar 12th, 2008

Obviously there's nothing exactly Mac specific about the Belkin Mini Surge Protector with USB Charger, but at the same time the promo picture (right) and the design cues make it clear that the boys at Belkin had the fairer platform in mind when they dreamed this one up. In any case, this stylish surge protector power strip looks like it would be right at home in any mobile Mac user's bag. It includes two powered USB ports for charging iPhones, iPods, and the like, as well as three AC outlets. Note that the USB ports are only for power, not data. I think I'll definitely be picking one up when it ships.

The Belkin Mini Surge Protector is "coming soon" for $24.99.

[via Crave]

Tags: Belkin, Mini Surge Protector with USB charger, MiniSurgeProtectorWithUsbCharger

Filed under: Hardware, iPod Family, Odds and ends

Belkin in desk iPod dock

by Mat Lu (RSS feed) on Mar 29th, 2007

This is a pretty nifty idea from Belkin, an in-desk iPod dock. Many desks these days come pre-drilled with holes, intended for cable management (e.g. the signal and power cables to your monitor). So Belkin apparently had the bright idea of a line of accessories that would actually fit into these holes. In addition to the iPod dock they also have a both a flat and an inclined 4-port USB hub, all "coming soon" for $39.99 each. And if you don't already have a hole in your desk, you can just drill a 3" one to work with these products. One apparent downside with the iPod dock, however, is that "iPod and universal wells [are] not included "

[Via theappleblog]

Tags: belkin, iPod dock, IpodDock

Filed under: Accessories, iPod Family

Belkin replaces defective iPod remotes

by Erica Sadun (RSS feed) on Mar 5th, 2007

After some Canadian customers reported technical issues with the remote control packaged with their Belkin TuneCommand AV units, Belkin started marking affected packages with information stickers and set up this page for Canadian customers to request a free replacement. If you purchased an affected product, use this form to submit your shipping information.

Contrary to some rumors floating around the Internet, this is not a general offer for a free remote. It's meant only for Canadian customers affected by specific technical concerns.

Tags: belkin, canada, defects, ipod, replacements, tech support, TechSupport

Filed under: Accessories, Audio, iPod Family, Peripherals, Odds and ends

Belkin TuneTalk ships with FauxPod

by Michael Rose (RSS feed) on Dec 18th, 2006

If you happen to find a Belkin TuneTalk Stereo under the menorah this week or under the tree next week, you might be a bit surprised when you open it, as I was -- for a moment I thought the Belkin-elves had mistakenly slipped a test iPod into the packaging, or possibly that my wife had connected hers to the TuneTalk while I wasn't looking.

After the moment of mystery cleared, I was mildly impressed with the quality of the cardboard "FauxPod" that Belkin put in the package; presumably this is to let you know exactly where you can stick your TuneTalk. It's still a waste of space and paper, but at least it's an attractive one.

[Not to keep you guessing: the real iPod is on the left, turned off.]

Tags: belkin, funny, ipod, tunetalk

Filed under: Accessories, Analysis / Opinion, Hardware

Engadget's hands on with the Belkin Wireless USB hub

by Scott McNulty (RSS feed) on Dec 5th, 2006



Sometimes I look at Engadget and think, 'Where do they get all those wonderful toys?' Yesterday Laurie let us know that the Belkin Cable-Free USB hub would be available for purchase sometime this month. Today the good people at Engadget have a hands on review of the thing. Check out the article for lots of unpacking pics, as well as some not so thrilling stats (the package claims it'll work up to 30 feet away from the dongle, but it would seem that in the real world that distance is much shorter).

Is it worth $190? I'll let you decide that for yourself.

Tags: belkin, engadget, wireless USB hub, WirelessUsbHub

Filed under: Accessories, Audio, Hardware, Peripherals, Wireless

Belkin Cable-Free USB Hub available for purchase this month

by Laurie A. Duncan (RSS feed) on Dec 4th, 2006

Belkin's award-winning wireless USB hub is finally expected to be available this month, after several delays. According to Belkin's press release earlier today, the Cable-Free USB Hub will be available for purchase mid-December, for $199 USD. We first told you about the Belkin Cable-Free USB hub back in January when they were demoing in at Macworld. It's a 4-port USB hub that uses Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, based on the Wisair chipset, and needs no drivers to deliver high rate, high quality transfers - up to 480Mbps for USB 2.0 devices - making it perfect for wireless streaming HD video and audio, as well as communicating with printers, scanners, cameras and other USB devices up to 30 feet away without being tethered to them. The only thing you're tethered to is a small USB dongle.

The hub will launch in the US first, with launches in Asia, Europe, and Australia to follow "at an indefinite date, pending respective country's regulatory approvals."

Yup, I still want one, despite the price jumping from $130 to $190. Bring it on, Belkin... Bring. It. On.

Tags: belkin, cable-free usb, Cable-freeUsb, uwb, wireless usb, WirelessUsb

Filed under: Accessories, Peripherals, Odds and ends

Belkin Cable-Free USB Hub Wins Popular Science Award

by Laurie A. Duncan (RSS feed) on Nov 8th, 2006

Popular Science magazine has awarded Belkin's Cable-Free USB Hub one of its 100 "Best of What's New" awards, along with other cool gear like Logitech's MX Revolution, the Optimus Mini Three keyboard, among others.

The Cable-Free USB Hub was due out in the spring but has been delayed several times due to a change in their chipset manufacturer (their original supplier got out of the cable-free biz altogether). The ETA is now December 2006 and the price, originally stated to be $129, is now up to $199. Let's just hope they actually get this thing out the door before the sparkly ball drops in Times Square and the price doesn't keep edging up because I really want one of these and as much as I love Belkin's products and continued innovation, I am getting a little tired of their "announce early, ship late, price high" track record.

Tags: belkin, cable free usb, cable-free, CableFreeUsb, mx revolution, MxRevolution, optimus, popular science, PopularScience, populat science, wireless usb, WirelessUsb

Filed under: Accessories, iPod Family

Belkin SportCommand for iPod

by Laurie A. Duncan (RSS feed) on Oct 9th, 2006

If you're hitting the slopes with your iPod this winter and you can't afford one of those swanky Burton iPod jackets, you might consider Belkin's new SportCommand - a wireless, weather-resistant, neoprene, armband remote.

As you've come to expect from an iPod remote, this one will allow you to play, pause, skip tracks and a control the volume, and it has big enough buttons that even your gloved hands should be able to manage it. It'll set you back $79 USD and should be shipping in North America this November, with subsequent releases in Asia, Australia and Europe, so those of you heading to Zermatt for the holidays should be all set.

Tags: belkin, belkin sportcommand, BelkinSportcommand, ipod, ipod remote, IpodRemote, skiing, sportcommand

Filed under: Accessories, Video

Flip Wireless KVM from Belkin

by Scott McNulty (RSS feed) on May 1st, 2006


The Flip Wireless is a wireless KVM switch (that's keyboard, video, and mouse) that connects to two machines (Mac or Windows). The wireless part comes into play when you want to switch to from one machine to the other. Simply click the remote (with 10 feet of the KVM) and it switches, as if by magic.

The Flip Wireless will be shipping in June and cost $79.99.

[via Engadget]

Tags: belkin, flip wireless, FlipWireless, kvm

Filed under: Accessories, iPod Family

Belkin introduces TunePower

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Mar 21st, 2006

The folks at Belkin understand that you want to watch video on your iPod, and for a greater amount of time than its battery will allow. So, they've introduced the TunePower rechargeable battery pack. When fully charged, the TunePower will run your iPod for 8-10 hours all on its own. Also, it ships with several attachments that will allow you to use it with any iPod model with a dock connector.

Finally, the included detachable DC/FireWire cable will charge both your iPod and the TunePower simultaneously. Pretty cool. You can grab one for $79.99US, and it's shipping now.

Tags: battery pack, BatteryPack, belkin, ipod, tunepower, video

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