ZipShot
The Tamrac ZipShot has got to be the coolest tripod ever. No, really, it’s that awesome. Just like an umbrella, this thing folds up into a small baton and with the release of a cord, the legs fly out to create a 44″ tripod able to support a DSLR camera weighing up to 3 lbs. … Continue Reading
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Use a Blow Torch to Destroy Sensitive Hard Drive Data
Any geek worth his salt will tell you that even after a reformat, it’s still possible to retrieve sensitive data from a hard drive. Although hackers could care less about Grandma’s vacation photos, software drive erase methods are not enough to stop enterprising individuals from accessing credit card numbers, compromising photographs and the like. Watch … Continue Reading
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Save Money with Used or Refurbished Camera Equipment
Photography is a fun hobby, but unfortunately, it is also quite expensive. No matter how much gear a photographer has, true followers of this obsession are always looking to get more. First you buy the camera body, then you need a new lens, next comes the new flash, then you need a flash diffuser, after … Continue Reading
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Hard Drive Clock
At PC Fastlane, we love hard disks as much as the next geek, but once a drive becomes obsolete, what do you do with it? Turn it into a clock, of course! A number of Etsy sellers are making hand-made clocks out of abandoned and unloved hard drives. Most are priced under $40 and are … Continue Reading
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Lego Castle Sets
Lego Castle is one of the largest and most popular Lego theme sets out there. Considering there have been more than 100 Lego Castle sets released since 1978, it’s a timeless classic. The castle sets are a good choice because they never go out of style. Unlike Harry Potter and other themed sets, your child … Continue Reading
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LG 42LD450
If you’re in the market for a new television, you might want to consider the LG 42LD450 42-inch LCD HDTV. This full HD 1080p TV combines the best of features and price. It features 3 HDMI inputs, optical audio out, a USB port and more. The set also looks pretty spiffy.
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It’s That Time of Year Again…
It’s never too early to get started on your taxes. TurboTax 2010 is the latest installment of the popular TurboTax series by Intuit. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on an accountant, use its step-by-step directions to file your taxes from home…
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Wacom Bamboo Pen
The Wacom Bamboo Pen and Touch Fun Small Tablet (link) is a computer input device popular with artists and graphic designers. Using your fingers or the included pen, you can create precise diagrams and drawings as well as control your computer via multi-touch. Users of applications such as Photoshop and Corel Draw will appreciate the … Continue Reading
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Snofling
Ah, the wonders of winter: warm fires, hot chocolate…. and snowball fights! There’s no better way to have a snow fight than with the Snofling. This throwing stick will quickly make a snowball for you and fling it over a long distance. No more need to freeze your hands in the cold snow! As an … Continue Reading
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Spy Net Video Watch
Looking to bring out the secret agent in your child this winter? The Spy Net Video Watch is the gizmo for the job (ON SALE). It has a built-in camera that can record up to 20 minutes of video and 2,000 photos, as well as a microphone for up to 4 hours of audio. It … Continue Reading
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