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Pioneer is releasing 2 new CD audio systems: “X-HM51-S” and “X-HM21-S” in late June.

They are compatible with USB connection, and can play music from iPhone/iPad/iPod, CD, USB memory, and AM/FM radio.

The “X-HM51-S” model is also Bluetooth compliant so you can play music saved in Bluetooth devices wirelessly.

Both models have 2 way speakers with a large aperture woofer (X-HM51-S: 12cm / X-HM21-S: 10cm) and a tweeter. Also, they have a high-power amp (X-HM51-S: 50W+50W / X-HM21-S: 15W+15 W) built-in for high-quality sound.

Price is open price.

X-HM51-S
Size: 215 x 100.5 x 325 mm
Weight: 2.3 kg

X-HM21-S
Size: 215 x 95 x 315 mm
Weight: 2 kg

Logicool is releasing a 9.3mm ultra-thin USB wired keyboard “Logicool Illuminate Keyboard” on June 7.

The illumination intensity of the built-in backlight is adjustable. Since the keyboard is featured with the PerfectStroke key system, typing feels smoother and quieter than regular keyboards. “Logicool Illuminate Keyboard” is less straining on your fingers for a long period of use.

Price is 8,980 yen.

Size: 457 × 190 × 9.3mm
Weight: 1050g
Compliant OS: Windows 8, Windows RT, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
Connection: USB

I-O DATA is releasing 3 models (4GB, 8GB, 16GB) of the “ED-HB” series security USB memory stick. They will be available in early July, with the 16GB model only available on request.

There has been USB memory that supports software password authentication, however these sticks cannot be used with an OS that is not compatible with the software. With “ED-HB”, the process of password authentication is very simple – password authentication is done with buttons on the USB memory stick before inserting it into a PC.

4GB – ￥10,400
8GB – ￥14,800
16GB – ￥19,800

If you happen to be stranded on an island with nothing but a coconut tree to keep you company (while providing you with shade and plenty of coconuts to help you pass your time), surely you would not mind receiving a message in a bottle as man was not created to be an island on his or her own. Of course, if you happen to have a pencil and a piece of paper, you too, can scribble your very own message, place it in a bottle, and throw it away, wondering who might very well receive it sometime down the road. In this day and age, you might want to take the symbolic route with the £19.99 Message In A Bottle USB Flash Drive.

It is definitely a modern day twist to an age old issue, and it is nice that things have changed a whole lot these days. Of course, it goes without saying that this 4GB USB flash drive in a bottle is not waterproof, so toss it into the ocean at your own risk. Something tells me that the recipient who is stuck on an island would appreciate a handwritten note more than something that is stashed away on a USB flash drive, as chances are there are no power outlets available to power the computer or notebook to read this USB flash drive.

[ Message In A Bottle USB Flash Drive copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

At online store, Sirobako.com, run by Century, the “Early Morning Dynamite” USB Alarm clock was released.

Not only is it a regular alarm clock, but you can also play an exciting game with this alarm clock. The game is that you need to choose which one of the 4 wires needs to be cut (pulled out) to stop the dynamite bomb, You only have 10 seconds to make the right decision and disable the bomb! It’s a fun came to play at a party.

Price: ¥3,980 (including tax)
Size: W230 × H100 × D90mm
Weight: 250g
Power source: USB
Battery life: 24 hours
Accessories: Alarm clock, USB cable (65cm)