1920 x 1080 – Widescreen – ASUS – Windows 7 – Touchpad – With DVD Drive – With Built-in Camera – Intel CPU – Notebook – 1.5 TB disk – 2 GHz CPU at  $2,099

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When you think about gaming mice, what brands come to mind? Razer? Microsoft? Logitech? Those are the big boys, but in the past few years we’ve been seeing other hardware companies branching out, such as ThermalTake and Cooler Master. In this review, we’ll be looking at a product from another newcomer to the peripheral game, also noted more for their computer chassis and cooling solutions than anything else. I’m talking about NZXT, whom has recently been making strides to enter the input device arena by leveraging their unique design philosophy. They put together a compelling offering a few years back with the Avatar gaming mouse, which was actually reviewed here on FiringSquad. [Read the rest of this entry…]

After years of hard work, Dutch indie developer InterWave Studios is preparing to release their first commercial project, Nuclear Dawn. It’s a Source engine-based FPS/RTS that will aim to deliver the best of both genres, without compromising the experience of either one, when it’s released next month. In today’s interview with General Manager Igor Raffaele, you’ll read about the game and how it manages to blur the line between shooter and strategy, the tough decisions a small studio has to make in managing their resources, and the role Valve plays in making indie games flourish on the PC, among other things. Enjoy!

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Using technology developed by NASA to heal astronauts’ injuries, this device’s 60 LEDs produce safe infrared heat to stimulate blood circulation, relieve swelling in joints, and loosen tight muscles. A study at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee showed the LED technology reduced painful inflammation by up to 37%. Unlike heating pads that only treat just below the skin’s surface, the LED light penetrates deep into tissue for lasting relief from muscle aches. The device begins to relieve pain when placed 1/4″ from the skin. The lightweight, brush-shaped design is easy to move around the body and hold in place. Includes a travel bag. Plugs into AC. 7 1/2″ L x 2 3/4″ W x 1 1/4″ D. (5 oz.) [Read the rest of this entry…]

This is the convertible steamer that cleans hard surface floors and upholstery. A hand steamer removes from the device and the included upholstery brush and squeegee attachments enable you to steam clean windows, furniture, or curtains. The steamer heats up in only 30 seconds to produce 220º F steam that kills bacteria, viruses, and mold and quickly removes dirt and grime from laminate, wood, and tile floors. [Read the rest of this entry…]

FRIDA stands for Friendly Robot for Industrial Dual-Arm Assembly. The robot is inherently safe, which means that it can work next to people without safeguarding. [Read the rest of this entry…]

The Scooba 230 is very easy to use for quick pick-ups and small jobs.  We take a look at how well it performs in this in depth review.

Un-boxing the Scooba 230:
The Scooba 230 is packaged very nicely.  It was shipped in the original box.  The weight of the box is ~5.5 pounds (~2.49 kg).  The Scooba box is: 13 ½” x 8 ⅜” x 7 ⅜”.  Your box might be bigger if they pack the Scooba box in a larger box.  I was greeted with the package that containing the warranty card, Instruction card for first Use/Quick Start Guide, the 200 Series Owner’s Manual, Registration card, and in the enzyme pack (4-Pack) a guide explaining how to fill the tank with the solution.  Everything was packed nicely.  The extra 3-pack of cleaning plates is packed up in hard plastic.

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This device uses gentle, methodical movement to help alleviate back pain without the time or expense of visiting a chiropractor. While lying on your back, simply place your legs on the padded supports and the device automatically tilts back and forth in 12-minute sequences. [Read the rest of this entry…]

Hammacher Schlemmer now has the new Neato XV-11 Laser Guided Robotic Vacuum on sale for $399.95.

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This is the only robotic vacuum that maps a room’s parameters and obstacles and cleans the entire floor in the most efficient, linear pattern. An onboard laser identifies walls, furniture, and doorways, creating a digital map the robot uses to confirm where it’s been, where it needs to go, and avoid obstacles that other robotic vacuums can only detect by impact. [Read the rest of this entry…]