The FlashMic is powered for more than six hours of use by a pair of standard AA batteries (either primary or rechargeable cells can be fitted), with the remaining battery power displayed along with time, level and status information in a backlit LCD on the microphone body. In addition, a visual low-battery warning alerts the user to the imminent need to change batteries. For more information, visit www.macmusic.org.

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A joy to use

The Joybook T31 is the first notebook in BenQ's line-up to feature a built-in 1.3 megapixel QEye webcam. The model also features an UltraVivid display.

The next-generation Joybook T31 uses the all-new AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile Technology, and its 13.3-inch wide-screen display gives a full 220 NIT of brightness.

For more information, visit www.benq.com.

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Superman rescue

If you missed out on the Superman-themed desktops from Alienware, here are the Superman Returns-themed keyboard and mouse. In fact these are the only officially licensed keyboard and mouse for the movie. Both are sold separately and are available in a variety of colours, although the keyboards are currently available for pre-order. The three-button USB scroll mouse has an 800dpi optical sensor, which also has two thumb buttons. The keyboard connects via USB and has hotkeys for instant access to the Internet and multimedia functions. For more details, visit www.newlaunches.com.

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Light and sound

Rimax's LED designer speakers can be connected to MP3 players, CD players and PCs and add rhythmic ambient lights to your decor. The speakers can be used with any audio source with a standard audio jack output.

They feature blue LEDs around the outside of the clear panel that light up rhythmically as music plays, giving a cool ambience.

The speakers require no special programme to be installed and are just plug and play. With

high-quality sound and 2-watt power output, the Rimax Music LED speakers offer great value for money.

For further information, visit www.rimax.net.

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Digital digit

LG has come out with the new portable Finger mouse.

The optical mouse has a dual action button and the top part functions as a left mouse button, while the bottom works as the right button. The cool device also has a scroll wheel on the side. For more details, visit www.gizmodo.com.

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Wireless speakers

Here is a wireless iPod speaker system that claims to play up to 100 feet (30 metres) away from your iPod through an advanced 2.4GHz wireless signal that ensures clear music broadcast from your charging base to the powerful three-speaker unit. The system is compatible with any docking iPod, and its speaker unit serves as a remote control too. It has a LCD screen that displays volume, bass, treble controls, play/pause status, and battery level. The system connects to your Mac or PC to update your iPod using iTunes.

For more information, visit www.newlaunches.com.