ITExpo/COMDEX - Melbourne Exhibition Centre

Venue: Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre
Dates: Wednesday 5th September to Friday 7th September
Times:
Wednesday 10am to 6.00pm
Thursday 10am to 9.00pm (Late Night)
Friday 10am to 5.00pm

More information on the Exhibition:
Networld and Interop: http://www.key3media.com.au/interop/
IT Expo/Comdex: http://www.key3media.com.au/itexpo/

FingerPointer
Designed to free users from the confines of a desktop while operating the mouse, the FingerPointer can also be used in a limited space environment such as operating a Notebook in an aeroplane. The cursor movement is easily activated by the thumb. Also has application when it comes to using in children's tutorials or for those with arthritic joints. Relieves stress and strain to the palm and hand normally associated with using a conventional mouse.
RRP $49.95 Web site: http://www.uctwholesaler.com/

Avaya IP Softphone
Turn your networked laptop into a portable phone through wireless IP network technology with IP Softphone - a telephony headset extension developed by Avaya and distributed by Integrity Data Sytems. The IP Softphone software enables a laptop to provide the functionality of a fixed telephone handset combined with the portability of a laptop. The user can be contacted anywhere in the world with an Avaya IP PABX.
RRP: $400 www.integritydata.com.au

Sticky Pad
Magically holds mobile phones, PDAs, portable CD player or sunglasses in place without slipping and sliding. It clings to any dash matching any contour, is washable, reusable, removable and temperature resistant. It is non-magnetic and non-adhesive.
RRP under $10.
Distributed by Custom International
: www.customint.com.au

Thumboard
The ThumBoard keyboard attachment slips on over the Graffiti writing area and connects to the Palm's serial port to create a truly mobile, table-free keyboard for hassle-free text entry. It features the traditional Qwerty keyboard, including numeric keys and an extensive character set. The ThumBoard is small enough so you can leave it slipped onto the Palm all times. The ThumBoard requires no batteries and is compatible with Palm and Visor handhelds.
RRP: Approximately $99
www.smartproducts.com.au

Space Saving Regulator UPS
Belkin Components introduces its new Regulator Pro Silver Series line of Uninterruptible Power Supplies. The Series is designed specifically for the SOHO user.

There are three models: a 350VA unit, a 500VA unit, and a 650VA unit.
Measuring only 23 x 6.5 x 18 cm (no larger than an external CD-R), the UPS is able to offer 1 surge protected only outlets, 3 battery backup with surge protection outlets, and run times of 15 minutes (350VA), 20 minutes (500VA) and 25 minutes (500VA). They also feature RJ45 phone/fax/modem/ADSL protection and ship with power management shutdown software. Included is Belkin Sentry Bulldog Shutdown Management Software which automatically saves all open programs when a power outage strikes.
RRP $199.95, $299.95 and $399.95.
www.belkin.com.au

Belkin Personal Digital Assistant accessories
New Portable PDA Keyboard
A full-scale, fold-up keyboard that weighs less than .3 kg! The Belkin Universal Portable PDA Keyboard for Palm III/V/VII/m100 PDAs and IBM Workpad c3 PDAs. Comes with an adapter that allows it to be used with all of the above PDAs.
RRP: To be confirmed
www.belkin.com.au

New Belkin Folding Hot Sync Cradle
Allows users to directly connect their Handspring Visor PDA to their desktop or Notebook. Weighing I at only 0.12 kg and adjustable to 5 different viewing angles, the Belkin Folding Hot Sync Cradle is an extremely useful tool for the on-the-go traveller. Comes with 5 colourful faceplates so users can coordinate with their Visor PDA.
RRP: To be confirmed
www.belkin.com.au

Video Phone
Uses a common phone line for the cost of a normal phone call you can send and receive live images to any other video phone in the world in real time.
RRP: $1,499
Web site: www.uctwholsaler.com.au

SmartPad2
The connected pad - thje easy eay to capture handwritten notes or drawings on your handheld. It enables you to tap type with a Qwerty keyboard, HotSync to your PC and sen email.
RRP: $399
www.smartproducts.com.au

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