We caught our first hint of the pen's functionality upon discovering a bundled AC adapter -- that seemed mighty odd.
Of course, most people are going to hang this thing in the window once, forget about it, and then spend the next several years powering their devices with the included AC adapter -- but at least they're trying, right?
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Aside from the aforesaid ExpressCard adapter -- which will let existing lappies enjoy the spoils of SuperSpeed USB -- he also noted that a PCI card would be available for desktop users looking to add a few sockets to their rig.
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The above diagram suggests said slate has a microSD slot accessible from the outside, and if you take a closer look at the product label, you'll see that the device requires a whooping 2.5A input at 5V, which means it'll come with a 12.5W adapter -- a lot higher than many tablets' maximum consumption at 10W (including the new iPad) or below.
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The Linksys Powerline AV 4-Port Network Adapter Kit (PLSK400). (Includes one 1-port powerline adapter and a 4-port powerline adapter) This kit is ideal for the home media room where users can connect a TV, game console, media server and networked DVD player.
Additionally, ASUS thoughtfully includes a VGA DisplayPort adapter, USB-to-Ethernet adapter, and a case to store them in.
Dell also includes a DisplayPort adapter and a mini-to-HDMI adapter in the box, which should cover the majority of external display options.
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Ericsson made some interesting accessories for the T28, like the "CHA-10 Chatboard" (a QWERTY keyboard for text messaging), the "MP3 hands-free kit HPM-10" (an MP3 player with an MMC card slot and standard 3.5mm headphone jack) and the aforementioned "Bluetooth phone adapter DBA-10".
The cameras were revealed along with a slew of new products that Leica's showing during Germany's Photokina convention, including a range of new accessories (the Leica R-Adapter M, the Leica EVF2 electronic viewfinder, the multifunctional handgrip-M with optional finger loops, and the Leica Microphone adapter set).
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The company also announced a Lightning to 30-pin Adapter for those who have accessories with 30-pin connectors.
The High Power AC Wi-Fi Adapter adds long range 802.11ac Wi-Fi connectivity to Windows or Mac Ultrabooks, laptops and desktops.
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He also noted that a smattering of companies would be showcasing USB 3.0 gear at upcoming trade shows, with a Buffalo external hard drive, an ExpressCard-to-USB 3.0 adapter and even a full-on laptop with a functioning USB 3.0 port making a stop at IDF later this week.
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The gadget is AAA battery powered and there's no power adapter or in-built power pack.
The manual warns to "use only the power adapter and micro-USB cable that come with your Nexus 4 Wireless Charger", but we didn't have any trouble with other USB power sources beyond longer charging times.
To enhance creative expression during shooting PENTAX offers an optional lens adapter with wide-angle coverage to 20mm, and the SportMount Chest Harness which allows for the hands free capture of adventures and features a quick and easy mechanism to review your images and footage without having to remove the camera from its mount.
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Additionally, Nikon's new optional WU-1b wireless adapter allows users to shoot high quality HD-SLR images and transfer them to their mobile device, making it easier to stay connected, without the need for wires.
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In an unfortunate twist of fate, however, the reference model wasn't able to charge -- despite an adapter cable being flown in especially from Europe -- so we were unable to see that docking mechanism (or that Haswell chip) in action.
The Linksys Powerline AV 1-Port Network Adapter Kit (PLEK400). (Includes two 1-port powerline adapters) This kit is ideal for those users looking to connect a computer in a room where wireless connectivity is limited.
DENVER, CO (September 10, 2012) - PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION (PENTAX), today expands on the innovative Q-system with the new 12.4 megapixel PENTAX Q10 interchangeable lens camera, new Q-Mount PENTAX 06 15-45mm F2.8 telephoto zoom lens and Adapter Q for PENTAX K-mount lenses, expanding its family of compact Q series products.
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Other long-delayed tech projects include the Syre, a Bluetooth wristband adapter for the now long-discontinued sixth-generation iPod nanos originally due to ship last November.
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The Powerline Network Adapter Kit features an extra "pass-through" power outlet on each adapter.
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If you're serious about including the PS3 in your setup, you could splash out on Logitech's Harmony IR-to-Bluetooth adapter.
The company's Real-Depth Adapter is currently making the trade show circuit and is expected to be commercially available early next year.
For those cameras that feature a 10-pin terminal, the optional WR-A10 adapter can be fastened to allow use of the wireless remote controllers.
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The iPhone is linked to the car through the center console either via the USB cable, supplied with the phone, or through an available snap-in adapter.
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And when fitted with a FUJIFILM M Mount Adapter, the X-E1 can use a wide variety of M lenses to broaden the scope of your photography.
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The Logitech Wireless Speaker Adapter for Intel WiDi-enabled laptops presents a tremendous opportunity for Intel to help customers extend the PC audio experience to a higher-fidelity home speaker system.
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Both also give you the advantage of hooking your TV up to your computer (pending, of course, that it has DVI-out, and you happen to have a DVI-to-HDMI adapter, if necessary).
"With Logitech as a worldwide leader in PC speakers, we're excited they are bringing an audio adapter for Intel WiDi-enabled devices to market, " said Kerry Forell, Intel Product Line Manager for Intel WiDi.
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The Linksys AC 580 USB Wi-Fi Adapter allows consumers to connect their laptops or computers to 802.11ac networks at up to 433 Mbps on the 5GHz band or up to 150 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band.
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