Source: Tom's Guide US | Keywords: college, laptop, guide | Themes: Laptops and Notebooks
- 1. Acer Aspire One AO751h-1893
- 2. Gateway NV5214u
- 3. Asus K50IJ-C1
- 4. HP Pavilion dv6t
- 5. RIM Blackberry Curve 8520 and 16 GB SanDisk MicroSDHC Card
- 6. Kensington Lock, USB Dock, Washable Keyboard
- 7. Altec Lansing FX3021 Expressionist Plus Computer Speakers
- 8. Chef’s Choice SmartKettle 688
- 9. Targus Mac Products
- 10. Brother 1230 PC P-Touch Labeler
- 11. Logitech V220 Cordless Optical Mouse
- 12. Verbatim Tuff Clip USB Drive 8 GB
- 13. Hitachi SimpleDRIVE Mini 320 GB Blue Dusk
- 14. Ikea Sunnan Solar Lamp
- 15. Sungale ID800WT Digital Picture Frame
- 16. 360 Electrical Rotating Power Surge Protector
- 17. Logitech Rechargeable Speaker S315i
- 18. Epson Stylus NX515 All-In-One Printer
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12. Verbatim Tuff Clip USB Drive 8 GB
Verbatim Tuff Clip USB Drive 8 GB, $49.99
USB flash drives can be flimsy little things. If the cap doesn’t get lost, then the entire drive does. We’ve seen these sticks succumb to the weight of a sneaker-clad foot, wrapped in duct tape, or worse. Verbatim’s new Tuff Clip doesn’t hold the most data or offer gigabytes in their most inexpensive form. But it is rugged.
Most student backpacks and messenger bags offer a loop or strap for a carabiner (one of those spring-loaded latches that typically snaps keys, or even a plastic water bottle, securely in place). This 2.9" long USB drive contains a built-in plastic carabiner latch. It also features a retractable USB connector. Keep it retracted on your bag and it will last. But, odds are that if you step on it, it will survive.
The drive also contains password security software for Windows, as well as support for Windows Vista ReadyBoost (this helps the computer recognize the Tuff Clip’s flash memory and utilize it to speed up the whole computer).
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Kensington Washable Keyboard -- Great layout AND washable. I'm gonna pick up a few of these for me and the family. Great idea.
pretty fair line up of laptops. good article
I agree, the keyboard is awesome.