Archive for the ‘thanko’ Category
August 30th, 2010 | 
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Still remember the Thanko Silent Mouse EX that we posted in June 2009? Thanko has recently released the wireless version of this mouse. Priced at 4,380 Yen or around $51, the laser mouse comes with a tiny USB receiver and provides 800/1200/1600Dpi resolution. Measuring 97mm x 56mm x 36mm and weighing 79 grams, the Thanko Silent Wireless Mouse is also compatible with Windows and Mac.
The Thanko USB Hot and Cool Slim Can Holder is a perfect item for both summer and winter seasons. You just need to put your can into the device, choose between the hot or cool mode and enjoy your favorite beverage. This hot and cool can holder draws its power from a USB port. If you are interested, you can purchase the Thanko USB Hot and Cool Slim Can Holder for 5,450 Yen or around $63. [Product Page]
GeekStuff4U has started selling the USB Stapler from Thanko, which is perfect for use in the office. Measuring 133mm x 38mm x 55mm and weighing 187 grams, the electric stapler is powered by a trio of AAA batteries (included). What’s more, the gadget also provides four USB 2.0 ports. If you are interested, you can purchase this gadget at GeekStuff4U for 2,950 Yen or around $34.
The Thanko USB 3.0 HDD enclosure is now available at GeekStuff4U. Measuring 125mm x 15mm x 75mm and a weighing 87 grams, the device can hold a 2.5-inch Serial ATA HDD and supports Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 (32 and 64bit). If you are interested, you can purchase the Thanko USB 3.0 HDD enclosure for 5,400 Yen ($61). [GeekStuff4U]
GeeksTUFF4U has started selling the latest Bluetooth Handset Digital Watch from Thanko. This gadget comes jam packed with a large LCD screen, which displays your basic calls information, the current time and the battery status. Each Thanko Bluetooth Handset Digital Watch is priced at 10,450 Yen ($119). [Product Page]
The iMu Vibrating Speaker is now available in Japan via Thanko. The tiny speaker uses the vibration-based technology to convert any flat and hard surface into a speaker. The gadget comes equipped with a USB port and a 3.5mm audio input. The iMu Vibrating Speaker retails for 4,280 Yen ($47). [Thanko]
The Thanko UDGZDC8M is actually a combination of a binocular and a video recorder. The gadget features an 8MP sensor that allows you to record video in QVGA (320 x 240 @ 30fps) or VGA (640 x 480 @ 20fps) in AVI file format. This portable digital binocular also has a 1.5-inch LCD screen, an SD / SDHC card slot (up to 16GB), an 8x optical zoom and a 4x digital zoom. In addition, you can also capture pictures in 4032 x 3024 pixel resolution. Measuring 156mm x 98mm x 64mm and weighing 450 grams, the Thanko Digital Binocular retails for 25,890 Yen ($286). [GeekStuff4U via Thanko]
Thanko today introduced the new USVRGVCA video surveillance webcam. This camera can be turned on automatically if the ambient noise exceeds 65 decibels in order to monitor your car parked in the garage. The webcam is able to record videos at 640 x 480 pixel resolution at 30fps in AVI format. The Thanko USVRGVCA has a 2-megapixel CMOS sensor, a USB 2.0 port, a 200mAh battery that provides up to 80-minute of continuous video recording, a microSD card slot (up to 16GB), a YouTube function and a USB port. Folks in Japan are able to purchase the Thanko USVRGVCA for 8,480 Yen or around $92 a pop. [Akihabara via Best Digital Camera]
The Thanko USB Record Player will digitize your vinyl record collection instantly. The gadget is easy to use. You just need to connect the gadget to your computer’s USB port, open your audio software (Windows’ Sound Recorder, or Mac’s Garage Band) and save digital files into your computer’s hard drive. The USB Turntable Recorder is compatible with all your 33 and 45 records. You can buy the Thanko USB Record Player for 12,000 Yen or around $131. [GeekStuff4U]
The Thanko Wristband Battery features a 1,500mAh lithium-ion battery that will extend your gadget’s battery life. This wearable battery charger is compatible with most of gadgets including the Sony PSP, the Nintendo DS Lite, all iPods of the third generation or newer, and a number of Japanese cell phones and W-Zero3 Sharp MID. The cable (wristband to gadget) is 24?80 cm long. Its battery can be charged with your computer via USB 2.0 port. Weighing at 80 grams, the Thanko Wristband Battery retails for $45.[Thanko]