James WimbergThe Epson Label Works.
James WimbergThe Epson Label Works.
Labels deliver extra punchYou can produce snazzy labels on the go with Epson's Label Works. With the new line of portable label makers, you can choose from cartridges that deliver glow-in-the-dark, reflective, fluorescent and iron-on labels as well as a variety of fonts, frames and symbols. Priced at $40, the LW-300 model has a two-line display and built-in memory that stores your favorite labels. Priced at $50, the LW-400 includes a back-lit two-line display and an option for special print modes, including barcodes, cable wraps and mirror images.www.epson.com/labelworksiTwin lets you shareIf you're juggling files on more than one computer, not to mention different operating systems, the iTwin USB might pique your interest. Designed to provide a private way to access all your data remotely, the two-in-one USB device gives you the power to access, edit and share files between computers. With the device, you can keep a single version on one computer and remotely access the files via its twin on another computer, be it a Mac or PC. Nervous about someone getting your data? The remote data can only be accessed if you have the device's matching twin and your password. It costs about $100.www.itwin.comCharger goes solar
EtonThe Mobius rechargeable battery case.Phone out of power and no outlet in sight? Perhaps the sun can provide a quick fix via Mobius' rechargeable battery case. Designed for the iPhone 4, the battery case sports a solar panel that gathers extra power. After an hour in the sun, the rechargeable lithium ion battery pack can deliver an additional 25 minutes of talk time, 20 minutes of Internet use, 35 minutes of video playback or two hours of audio. The battery also can be charged via a micro-USB cable and can sync with iTunes. The case, which snaps on the phone, has battery and solar charge indicators that keep you apprised of the available power. The Mobius device from Eton costs about $80.www.etoncorp.comWake up call delivers messageIf the sound of your alarm has you reaching for the snooze button, perhaps it's time for a motivational wake up call. Instead of waking to a buzzer or cell phone ring, the "Wake Up Call Motivational Alarm Clock Messages" deliver five-minute pep talks aimed at getting your day off to a positive start. Depending on your needs, you can choose messages that focus on working out, losing weight, feeling well or making lots of money. A My Wake Up Call iPod Dock or CD Alarm Clock costs $50 with the motivational CDs selling for about $20. Already have an iPhone, SmartPhone or iPod? You can download a month's worth of messages for $20. Other plans are available, too.www.mywakeupcalls.net—E-mail new product suggestions to techcomments@usatoday.comFor more information about reprints & permissions, visit our FAQ's. To report corrections and clarifications, contact Standards Editor Brent Jones. For publication consideration in the newspaper, send comments to letters@usatoday.com. Include name, phone number, city and state for verification. To view our corrections, go to corrections.usatoday.com. 