Have Laptop Will Travel

Matias introduces Folding Keyboard

Originally posted on November 15, 2007 @ 10:40 pm

I don’t know about you guys but I don’t like using the keyboard on my laptop when I have to work for extended hours. I have pretty big hands and I touch type, and a laptop’s keyboard makes it difficult for me to type for long periods because my wrists start to ache. It also prevents me from touch typing because I’ve been used to a traditional keyboard layout. I don’t want a recurrence of my carpal tunnel injury and I certainly don’t want to relearn touch typing using a laptop keyboard. That’s why I always try to bring a full sized keyboard with me. But then these keyboards occupy a lot of space that it compromises portability.

It’s a good thing Matias announced a Folding Keyboard for people like me. This new gadget is the usual PC keyboard with one unique feature — it actually folds. This reduces its length to half of its original size making it easier store in your laptop bag. Folded, the keyboard measures just 10.8 by 5 by 1.18 inches and only weighs a little over 15 ounces. The keyboard is connected to the USB port and, just like a full sized keyboard, has a complete number pad, function keys and volume controls. The Matias Folding Keyboard is Windows and Mac compatible and costs $59.95.

Samsung unveils prototype 31-inch OLED screen

Originally posted on December 27, 2007 @ 10:53 pm

I am eagerly awaiting the eventual production of OLED laptops because of its ultra thin screens and low power consumption. But with the technology still in its infancy, I am just eagerly devouring any news pertaining to OLEDs. Take this news for instance. Samsung recently announced that they have developed a 31 inch organic screen.

The funny thing about this announcement is that it comes in the heels of Sony putting on sale an 11 inch OLED TV last November. This essentially trumps Sony’s efforts in the OLED front (and we’re not yet even counting Sony’s 27 inch prototype, which it unveiled before).

OLEDs are being seen as another factor that will drive the sales of flast screen monitors. Samsung still has not given any firm plans as to when the 31 inch screen will be mass produced. But the company is rumored to showcase a 31 inch prototype TV set at the Consumer Electronics Show this January.

Five Things To Help You Travel Safer

Originally posted on March 30, 2017 @ 9:50 am

Traveling can be fun, but the open road poses plenty of dangers. Even if you’re the safest driver ever and you follow all the rules of the road you can still end up getting in an accident. Other people often pose more of a danger to you on the road than you do yourself.

The road is not the only dangerous place when it comes to risks you take on vacation. You could get robbed, you could experience a natural disaster, or you could get injured while hiking. Here are some safety tips you should take into account on your next trip. [Read more…]

4 Gadgets You Shouldn’t Travel Without

Originally posted on April 4, 2017 @ 9:49 am

Traveling is a time to leave your regular routine behind and explore a vacation without feeling constantly connected to technology or work. However, there are certain gadgets that undeniably make your trip much more comfortable.

From making your trip easier to helping you with anything you might need along your way, these are the best gadgets to make sure you slip into your suitcase. [Read more…]