Following the general tendencies in PC market, router segment also takes the direction towards compactness. This is dictated basically by the necessity to move from one place to the other (i.e. during business trip). Compact routers offer similar to standard solutions performance plus convenience while transportation. The line of products designed by TP-Link involves both, typical and compact routers.



Model TL-MR3040 is attributed exactly to compact solutions with one peculiar feature: built-in battery for 2000 mAh. The battery is able to operate up to four hours as access point under 802.11n standard. Router might be powered as from network adapter, so from a laptop via USB cable.


There is a possibility to employ this model as typical router tied to the wired network. The integrated WAN cable serves specifically this means; moreover, it can be joined with ADSL modem or with a local network. In addition, TL-MR3040 might operate as a client for WISP networks.


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Abee Corporation, famous for high-end and high-priced chassis, is about to release just another premium PC case. Codenamed Acubic A90, the case features 229x309x249 mm dimensions and weighs 4.9 kg. It is characterized by an austere design, where rack is made of steel and covered by 2 mm aluminum sheet. Abee offers three color variations of this model: black, silver and white. The first two cases will be delivered at about $310, while the third one might cost $10 more.


Acubic A90 is known to support motherboards of mini-ITX/micro-ATX format. Its internal framework is estimated for four PCI expansion cards, a single 5.25-inch drive, two 2.5-inch and six 3.5-inch drives. Besides, the layout allows for the installation of rather lengthy graphics adapters (up to 270 mm), rather high CPU coolers (up to 75 mm), and rather voluminous power supply units (up to 160 mm in length). The frontal panel can’t be called multi-functional. Still, it accommodates a pair of standard 2.5 mm …

Tablets iPad from Apple are considered to be a real miracle by the potential customer groups despite the relative existence time in the IT market. This is explained mainly due to the iPad’s multifunctional options and design uniqueness. In this light, there is small wonder that companies that make business on developing accessories for PCs, notebooks, and mobile devices are constantly trying to comply with the requirements of iPad users. Thereby, Logitech company, which gained reputation for developing and producing the peripheral devices, has submitted its new masterpiece to the general consideration: Logitech Solar Keyboard Folio — keyboard cover for iPad tablets.



Logitech Solar Keyboard Folio is a cover stand for iPad with the integrated keyboard and battery which is charged from the sunlight. The developers of the very accessory have announced the performance capabilities of the new model in the run-up of the mass sales launch. Under unconfirmed information, the solar …