GIFT IDEA -BELKIN TRAVEL COMPUTER ACCESSORIES
I recently bought myself an IBM compatible laptop for traveling as my old eMac is just to big to take with me on the road. It has remained in its box for the last two months at all times though other than when hubby loaded my programs and files on it. My family has always teased me about frugality so no one was surprised when I opted not to order any accessory pieces. I have been saving for the rainy day that is bound to come. I was thrilled to receive the opportunity to try some Belkin computer accessories.
It took me a few minutes to get the package open. Too bad they can’t get mouths to move that way as well. (Just kidding.) I didn’t have my reading glasses on so the words on the next box didn’t help much but the picture did. It was a mouse.
I like mice – the computer kind that is. Well, the Belkin Wireless Travel Mouse is just what I would go out and buy for myself. It is even compatible with my Mac if I want to use it with my desktop since it is very portable. It’s comfortable to use, light weight, works smoothly, and easy to connect. It features two buttons and a scroll wheel to make scrolling up and down a breeze. It comes in five colors but I’m glad mine came in plum berry (looks very pink). Hubby will never steal anything that girly from me so I am guaranteed to be able to find it. It is a bargain at its list $24.99.
Now remember I said products plural. I recognized the item in the box that followed immediately. It was the Belkin Mini Surge Protector With USB Charger, something I learned is always needed from painful experience when years ago a storm hit our house’s wiring and shorted out lots of expensive things. Thank you, thank you, Belkin. I was just getting ready to buy one.
This one is even better than the one I am using by my desk. Its green light shows it is working. This surge protector has three AC outlets and two USB chargers on it all protected to 918 joules (in case you don’t know that is electricity not jewelry) with a $75,000 connected equipment warranty. It even includes the USB charging cable lest one was left back home.
It comes in its own travel case with a cover to protect it from being bent. It rotates so it only takes the space of one plug. Now I can connect all my toys–cell phone, ipod, digital camera, portable DVD, laptop then some. It is lightweight and compact too so when I put it in my new Belkin FlyThru Laptop Case I didn’t feel like I was carrying a ton of bricks. All this lists at $24.99, more than well worth it.
Well, that carrying case I just mentioned was at the bottom of things. It was what I need for air travel since I do at times travel alone. Its airport checkpoint friendly case has plenty of storage space for all my extras and a clear window over the laptop for TSA. The bag is constructed to zip in half so the laptop is by itself when going through the x-ray machine.
My Belkin FlyThru Laptop Case has interior measurements of 11.25 X 14.8 X 8 inches, outside ones of 13 X 16.6 X 4.5 inches, minimal metal zippers, and a detachable shoulder strap. With a lifetime warranty, I am counting on its durability. In this case for $59.99 the price is right.
These Belkin laptop accessories for anyone who travels frequently, like I do. They’re affordable, work great, and are easy to connect and use.
WIN IT!
ONE winner will receive a Belkin Wireless Travel Mouse, a Belkin Mini Surge Protector With USB Charger and a Belkin FlyThru Laptop Case.
HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)
To enter visit the Belkin site and then return here and leave a comment on this post telling me which product you would find most useful besides these three.
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THE SMALL PRINT.
US addresses only please. No PO Boxes. This contest will end on Friday 12/18/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!
The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.
THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.
on Dec 9th, 2009 at 6:50 am
Laptop Cooling Lounge for notebooks up to 17″ would be helpful. I carry mine around at home and it usually ends up in my lap.
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on Dec 9th, 2009 at 9:28 am
I think the CushTop would be another great product to have. Thanks for the review and giveaway!
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on Dec 9th, 2009 at 11:13 am
i really like the laptop hideaway! very neat idea
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on Dec 9th, 2009 at 11:14 am
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on Dec 9th, 2009 at 12:41 pm
I could really use the Swivel Hub (USB Hub) or the Hub-to-Go!
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on Dec 9th, 2009 at 4:01 pm
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The RockStar for iPod and MP3 Players is awesome!
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on Dec 10th, 2009 at 12:07 pm
These would be so handy, as we travel a lot! I also like the laptop cooling lounge!
on Dec 10th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
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on Dec 10th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
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a Belkin item I would find very useful is a FastFit Armband for Ipod touch
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on Dec 10th, 2009 at 8:35 pm
the cush top looks like it, would be confortable. instead of having my laptop on my lap all the time.
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the Leather Flip Folio would be helpful
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on Dec 13th, 2009 at 2:09 am
This is an awesome giveaway!! I love all the products. I also really like the Swivel USB Hub because, well, it swivels! Not only does it give you four USB ports from one, but it swivels out of the way of other cables and stuff. I really like that.
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on Dec 13th, 2009 at 1:35 pm
I love the cush top laptop holder! Looks very comfy!
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I think the cush top would be the most useful – your lap gets all … sore? I liked that one best anyway!
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I really like the Leather Folio Case for iPod nano.
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I would love the CushTop. It looks so comfy!
on Dec 14th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
I think the Cush Top would be a really useful product to have for my laptop. Great giveaway, thanks.
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I also like the bluetooth comfort mouse
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on Dec 15th, 2009 at 10:57 pm
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on Dec 15th, 2009 at 11:48 pm
I have a Belkin Travel Mouse I love it but I wish I would have got the wireless one the cord gets tangled, I have had it for over a year and hate to replace something that works. I would love the n52te gaming control I like the fact that it has a backlit keypad and scroll wheel for total control in dark conditions!
on Dec 16th, 2009 at 10:26 am
I like the Laptop Cooling Lounge for notebooks up to 17″
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My laptop needs the Laptop Cooling Hub works with notebooks up to 17″. The one I’m using is for a 15′ and sadly, the laptop is a bit tipsy.
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