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Blue Snowflake USB microphone sounds good

I've noticed a common denominator in some of the netbooks I've seen of late: the integrated microphone is sub-par. And while many folks don't use a netbook for audio recording or voice communications, I've found that the form factor makes for a great little Skype machine. If only the microphone...

Published Tue, Nov 11 2008 11:01 AM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: audio stuff, jkOTR Reviews

jkOnTheRun- hands on with the HP Mini 1000 netbook

We were one of the first to get our hands on the first netbook from HP and today they have announced the release of the next addition to that little notebook family. The HP Mini 1000 is a netbook aimed directly at the consumer in us all and has some...

Published Wed, Oct 10 2008 12:01 AM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: jkOTR Reviews, netbooks

jkOnTheRun: first impressions of the new 13-inch MacBook

The new 13-inch aluminum MacBook from Apple certainly looks like the MacBook Pro line, albeit much smaller due to the smaller screen. It sports the same unibody aluminum case that Apple is so proud of and admittedly it makes the MacBook seem more rigid while handling it than the older...

Published Fri, Oct 10 2008 5:45 PM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: mac, jkOTR Reviews

jkOnTheRun review- Incase Sling Pack

I have a thing for gadget bags, there I've admitted it and can now get help. I don't want help, though, I want a good bag to carry my gear with me and the one I'm trying now may well be the one. Not THE one mind you, but the...

Published Mon, Sep 09 2008 2:30 PM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: mobile tech, jkOTR Reviews

iPhone 3G- jkOnTheRun first impressions

I've had the iPhone 3G in my hands for less than a day but as tradition dictates I'm offering up my first impressions of real world usage for your amusement. Granted my impressions will no doubt firm up as I use it in the workplace but here's what I think...

Published Sat, Jul 07 2008 2:11 PM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: iPhone, jkOTR Reviews

BlueAnt Z9i headset first impressions

I've only been using it for a few hours but I'll offer up my initial impressions of the BlueAnt Z9i Bluetooth headset. It's very small and so light that I don't realize it's on after just a minute of putting it in my ear. It comes with two earpieces for...

Published Mon, Jun 06 2008 1:47 PM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: mobile tech, jkOTR Reviews

BlueAnt Z9i bluetooth headset in da house

The first item up for review has already reached the new Mobile Tech Manor and I'll be giving it a look today for future publication. The folks at BlueAnt have sent a Z9i Bluetooth Headset with a dual microphone for advanced noice cancellation. The Z9i will have a tough time...

Published Mon, Jun 06 2008 10:51 AM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: mobile tech, jkOTR Reviews

A typical day in the life of jkOnTheRun- too many gadgets

With all the cool stuff that comes through Mobile Tech Manor on a regular basis I change gear like some people change socks. It's a great way to work as I am constantly considering what gadget would make a good difference in my work style and I can easily try...

Published Fri, May 05 2008 11:03 AM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: mobile tech, jkOTR Reviews

jkOnTheRun video- HP tx2051 Entertainment Notebook

When I first saw the HP tx2000 earlier this year I was impressed with the improvements made over the original tx1000 model. HP has incorporated a dual digitizer that provides an excellent touch experience along with a great inking experience with the pen. The tx2051 covered in this 20 minute...

Published Mon, Apr 04 2008 7:02 PM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: Tablet PC, jkOnTheRun Mobile Media Edition, mobile tech, jkOTR Reviews

jkOnTheRun- First impressions of the HP tx2000 Entertainment Notebook

This is by no means a full review but I'm hearing from so many interested parties about the HP tx2000 Entertainment Notebook that I want to give my very brief first impressions. The tx2000 is a reasonably priced Tablet PC with a dual digitizer that has some interesting features that...

Published Thu, Apr 04 2008 5:43 PM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: Tablet PC, jkOTR Reviews

jkOnTheRun video- first look at the HP Mini-Note UMPC

Note: As luck would have it YouTube has been down. If the video won't play try again in a few minutes. The good folks at HP let me play with the brand new HP Mini UMPC. It's been known as the HP UMPC, the 2133 and who knows what else...

Published Tue, Apr 04 2008 12:21 AM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: UMPC, jkOnTheRun Mobile Media Edition, mobile tech, Notebooks, jkOTR Reviews

jkOnTheRun review- hands on with the HP Mini-Note UMPC

The Asus EEE PC woke people up to the benefits that a sub-notebook device brings to consumers, especially if it's priced attractively. HP is releasing their hotly awaited sub-notebook and the Mini is a solid first effort in this small notebook category. I know, we have heard this device called...

Published Tue, Apr 04 2008 12:20 AM by jkOnTheRun

Filed under: UMPC, mobile tech, Notebooks, jkOTR Reviews

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Blue Snowflake USB microphone sounds good

jkOnTheRun- hands on with the HP Mini 1000 netbook

jkOnTheRun: first impressions of the new 13-inch MacBook

jkOnTheRun review- Incase Sling Pack

iPhone 3G- jkOnTheRun first impressions

BlueAnt Z9i headset first impressions

BlueAnt Z9i bluetooth headset in da house

A typical day in the life of jkOnTheRun- too many gadgets

jkOnTheRun video- HP tx2051 Entertainment Notebook

jkOnTheRun- First impressions of the HP tx2000 Entertainment Notebook

jkOnTheRun video- first look at the HP Mini-Note UMPC

jkOnTheRun review- hands on with the HP Mini-Note UMPC