Need more USB 3.0 ports & a Ethernet Connection?

Here's another inexpensive gadget I bought on Amazon that is very useful! I use Skype on an ACER S7 when we record the Giz Wiz and when I'm on The Tech Guy with Leo. The S7 is a beautiful machine, thin and lightweight. But like other machines this svelte it only has 2 USB ports, both 3.0. I need one of them so I can be hard-wired to the router for best modem speeds. I need one for my USB camera and one for my microphone, so two USB ports isn't enough. Plus I like using an external USB monitor for guests. So I need at least four USB ports. I thought 'if only someone made a 3.0 USB hub which also had a Gigabit Ethernet Convertor'. I did some research and found the INATECK 3-Port USB 3.0 HUB & Gigabit Ethernet Convertor. I bought it, and then found an even more useful one and bought that too. The one I like best, and the one in the photo,  is the [2-in-1] Inateck Unibody Aluminum 3 Ports USB 3.0 Hub. It's a driver-Free RJ45 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Converter LAN Wired Network Adapter, with a connected 1ft USB 3.0 Cable. It's been designed specifically for users of ultrabooks, notebook, laptop PC and tablets with 3 USB Ports to deliver convenient access to high-speed USB 3.0 connections. Plug it into one USB 3.0 port and you have three USB 3.0 ports and one RJ45 Gigabit ethernet connection. Another great use for this device is to replace a broken Ethernet port, or one in a bad location. While the first one I bought did not have LED indicator lights built in to show you're Internet is connected, the second I bought has then, seems better built, and only cost about $3 more. (Prices as of 9/9/16)

Company website: http://www.inateck.com/

Unique 2-in-1 Travel Gadget

The AirScale is a great combination of two gadgets travelers can use. A travel scale and a large capacity external battery charger. The scale alerts air-travelers of excess weight problems before airport check-in. It can calibrate weights up to 40kg or 88 pounds which you'll see on the LCD screen. In charging mode AirScale can recharge most mobile phones fully for about than 2 cycles or more. With a capacity of 6,500mAh (built with LG battery cells), the charging time is 2 times faster than many power banks found in the market offering 2A input and 2.4A output. Included in the box is a detachable hook strap that easily converts the unit to a convenient scale. And you can seamlessly switch between metric and imperial units with the push of a button. MSRP: $59.00. 

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/QxGdXxNEjUw

Company product page:https://shop.oaxis.com/products/airscale-power-bank-with-digital-scale?variant=18495265671

Bring the ocean to your bedroom, thanks to LED's.

Ocean Wave Night Projector. Here's another use for LED's. They can create an ocean wave atmosphere almost anywhere. Amazon says: Bring the seaside home to you, give yourself a piece of the (ocean) in multiple changes of color. Creates a perfect ocean wave atmosphere almost anywhere. Relaxing, comforting, soothing, creates a large, brilliant light show for your viewing entertainment and pleasure. 8 color/motion modes. Automatically shuts down after one hour. Battery powered or USB powered. There's a built-in mini speaker in case you want to hook a mobile device to it via the cable that's included included. It on Amazon and Ebay under many different names all about $20 or less.

Acer's First Aluminum Case Chromebook

Chromebooks are not full-fledged computers, but they do a heck of lot, and cost a lot less money. And they're becoming increasingly popular for back to school. The Tech Times says that Google Chromebook now owns over 50% of educational tech market share In the US. Acer is huge in that marketplace and their newest model is their Chromebook 14. It has a 14” HD screen, large enough to enjoy and share videos and using multiple tabs for various projects. Yet it's still portable enough to fit in a backpack or book bag. It features Acer's first all-aluminum Chromebook case that adds protection, while remaining lightweight. Acer says their new model (CB3-431-C5FM) is the industry’s first Chromebook with up to 14 hours of battery life on an HD display and up to 12 hours of battery life on a full HD display. More tech specs: The ACER CHROMEBOOK 14 (CB3-431-C5FM) has an Intel Celeron N3160 Quad-Core processor / Full 1920X1080 HD Widescreen IPS LED-back lit display /16:9 aspect ratio /4GB ram / 32 GB eMMC memory. Integrated Intel® HD Graphics, Built-IN webcam, 2 built-In speakers; built-In microphone. 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 4.2 / 2 USB 3.0 Port / HDMI with HDCP Support / Headphone/Speaker Jack / 3-Cell Li-Polymer Battery (3950 mAh) / Dimensions: 13.43 (W) x 9.31 (D) x 0.67 (H) Inches / Weight: 3.42 lbs. MSRP: $299.99!

An easy to care for LED Aquarium - or LED Terrarium.

With its hidden waterline, the biOrb HALO 15 Aquarium MCR is a visually seamless aquarium and features Multi-Color remote controlled lighting. At the touch of a button, your aquarium can be lit by any of the sixteen pre-set colors. You can relax as the aquarium gently fades through the entire spectrum of colors. You can also control the brightness, making these controls a joy to use. The lid closes reassuringly with a magnetic catch and the airline is subtly hidden away in one of the feet at the back of the tank. The biOrb HALO 15 MCR uses the same proven filtration system as the rest of the biOrb range. To maintain your biOrb HALO 15 MCR all you do is simply replace the filter cartridge every four weeks and change a third of the water. For safety and peace of mind, the lights and pump are low voltage and are backed by a 12 month guarantee. The aquarium itself is made from acrylic, which is ten times stronger than glass. You can enjoy all the technology of an advanced aquarium set up, supplied in one box, making the biOrb HALO 15 MCR the perfect aquarium for anyone new to fish keeping. Includes: 4 Gallon Acrylic Aquarium, biOrb 12V Transformer, biOrb Air Pump, Airstone, Ceramic Media (1 pound), Filter cartridge, Water Conditioner 5 ml, Beneficial Bacteria liquid 5 ml, and MCR LED light unit with remote control.

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/lHSEyQExgIQ

Company website: http://www.everythingbiorb.com/