Seven cool portable gadgets to enhance mobile computing

Everything is going mobile these days. There used to be a time when your basic computer used to be so huge, it used to occupy a full room. Now, with the advent of nanotechnology, all mobile computing gadgets are steadily shrinking in size. So, when the laptop was the ultimate thing till the last year, this is the year of tiny tablets and so on. I know how tough is it to carry all your gizmos related to mobile computing all the time with you. If you’re a web worker, mobile computing is either a necessity of the job or something you choose to do to get away from the monotonous confines of your office work station. Along with your laptop, there are a plethora of useful devices that you can tag along with you to enhance your computing experience.

Samsung ultra slim mouse

Here’s a round-up of seven cool gadgets that can supplement your remote work space.

1. HOLO2.0 mobile computer

HOLO2.0 mobile computer

With computer becoming an integral part of modern life, regular PCs have taken the form of portable notebooks and other mobile devices, so you could stay connected all the time. Reinventing the mobile computer, French designer Elodie Delassus has come up with a highly mobile computer concept named “HOLO2.0” that will give internet access, also becomes a fashion accessory for the trendy. Worn like a bracelet around the wrist, the portable computer features the body finished in a flexible non-conductive, non-allergic and heat resistant material for a safe and easy networking. Though, we are short on technical info, the holographic device seems to emit sound vibrations for instant alerts. If you are not comfortable wearing it around the wrist, you may place in your pocket.

2. Lapstrap

LapStrap

The Lapstrap is a cool accessory which is a must for all the laptop handlers out there. This cool strap is just a messenger bag shoulder strap fashioned into a loop with an utmost durability to keep your laptop safe. The fashionable strap not only looks cool, but also adds to the beauty of the laptop and the person who uses it. It is priced at just $25.

3. Solio solar charger

Solio Solar Charger

We haven't heard much about new solar chargers coming from Solio -- probably because the one they came up with a few years ago has been a crowd pleaser. But the company has just announced the "Bolt," a tiny and adorable little charger that can sit in your window like a picture frame. According to Solio, the Bolt needs about 8-10 hours of sunlight to charge a battery for a small handheld device like an MP3 player or GPS unit to full -- that's pretty normal for a charger this small. Also, it can hold two full charges for most cell phones in its back-up battery.

4. Buffalo LinkStation Mini

Buffalo LinkStation Mini

Buffalo’s dual drive LinkStation Mini network storage server offers a variety of features for home and business users in a tiny, compact package. Quickly back up, store and share documents, music, photos, videos in a secure, central location with easy access from multiple computers simultaneously. Paired with two 2.5” hard drives, the LinkStation Mini is the smallest NAS on the market, fitting in the palm of your hand. Support for RAID 0 and RAID 1 provides users the choice between maximum capacity and performance or maximum redundancy and reliability. The fanless design ensures reliable, silent operation for noise-sensitive settings such as studios, bedrooms and living rooms. LinkStation Mini features gigabit Ethernet connectivity and exceptional performance in a small package. Fast, reliable, compact and quiet, the LinkStation Mini fits into any environment.

5. Samsung ultra slim mouse

Samsung ultra slim mouse

Judging from this picture, Samsung's new ultra slim mouse is as long as the average index finger, and I've been told it only measures eight millimeters thick (hence the 8.0 model name). This pretty in pink mouse comes with a scroll wheel that can operate horizontally and five additional buttons. At present, they've only hit the Korean market, although I guarantee they'll be worldwide in due time. Not the most comfortable/functional mouse for everyday use, but just like the extra small Kensington wireless mouse, it'd make an excellent travel accessory.

6. USB memory watch

USB Memory Watch

USB memory watch is a fashion piece and has a hidden USB device. This is the master piece of Tokyo flash; they are now jamming USB drivers into one end of wristband of this watch. Therefore your drive will always within your reach. It has three small circles and each one represents usual things like hours, minutes and curiously the third one is not for seconds. The third indicates about storage space and notify you that how much storage space is there on your device.

7. Mobile printer scanners

Mobile Printer Scanners

This is the age of mobile printer scanners. These devices are extremely portable and can be used just about anywhere. Here is useful information on mobile printer scanners.

Mobile printer scanners are few in number today. This is a preferred device among the younger generation of businessmen and executives, who would love to have a mobile office right at their fingertips. Of course, because of their small size and portability, these are also easy to carry around and work with, anywhere at all.

The Canon BJC-55 is one such cool mobile printer scanner. This bubble jet printer, available for $349, is just the mobile printer you need to take along on your business trip. Weighing only 2.1 pounds, this fits in snugly into your bag and transforms itself into an all-purpose color printer as and when you need it to. The best thing about the BJC-55 is that it does not need special paper to print.