Targus’s Blue Trace is its version of Microsoft’s BlueTrack which is used for mice to make it usable on any surfaces including glass!

Targus releases 2 mice using the Blue Trace technology, Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse (AMW50AP-53) which is retailing for SGD$29.90 and the other is Targus Compact Blue Trace Mouse (AMU75AP-54) retailing for SGD$18.90.

Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse

Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse – Packaging Front

Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse – Packaging Contents

Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse – Back View

The wireless frequency is 2.4GHz and I kinda like how the wireless receiver is being held. There is a magnet at the back of the mouse which is used to hold the receiver!

Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse – Grip

I also like the grip of the mouse and it is ambidextrous designed means both right and left hand people are able to use it.

Targus Wireless Blue Trace Mouse – Opened

The cover is also being held together by magnet!

Targus Compact BlueTrace Mouse

Targus Compact Blue Trace Mouse – Packaging Front

Targus Compact Blue Trace Mouse – Packaging Contents

Targus Compact Blue Trace Mouse – Back View

Targus Compact Blue Trace Mouse – Size Comparison

Targus Compact Blue Trace Mice – Front View

Targus Compact Blue Trace Mice – Back View

Ordered a 21.5″ iMac (3.06GHz) for my dad to replace his old computer (which is also my previous desktop computer). Actually suppose to order 2 sets. One for my Dad to put it at home and the other for my mom to replace her old Fujitsu laptop in the office. However, my mom got some doubts about the Mac OS X and software compatibility issues and hence ended up getting 1 set for my dad first. In the mean time she can play around with it at home before making a final decision.

Since I am still technically a student, I made use of the Education Store and hence it is cheaper by SGD$100. The iMac cost SGD$1,688. I also topped up another SGD$218 for Apple Care so that the warranty will get extended by another 2 years.

My mom preferred the idea of non-wireless keyboard and mouse so that there is no need to change batteries every now and then. I opted for the Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad. As for the Magic Mouse, I wanted it so I bought another Apple Mouse. The difference between each wireless and non-wireless mouse/keyboard is SGD$20, and unfortunately Apple do not refund you the difference if you opt for the non-wireless mouse/keyboard.

The Apple Mouse and the iMac was delivered on two separate dates maybe because I “customized” my iMac by changing the bundled keyboard.

Specifications

• 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 4GB memory
• 500GB hard drive
• 8x double-layer SuperDrive
• NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics

Damage

• iMac: 21.5″ (3.06GHz): SGD$1,688
• Apple Care: SGD$218
• Apple Mouse: SGD$78
• Total: SGD$1,984

Dates

• Ordered Date: 17th January 2010
• Apple Mouse Delivered Date: 19th January 2010
• iMac Delivered Date: 20th January 2010

iMac Box

iMac Contents

iMac Accessories

Apple Mouse Box

Apple Mouse Box Open

Magic Mouse Front

Magic Mouse Back

Magic Mouse Side

iMac On The Table

Shortly after receiving my Razer Abyssus, I received another Razer mouse, this time it is called the Razer Imperator. It was announced 16 days after the Razer Abyssus was announced, on the 26th November 2009. The Razer Imperator recommended retail price (RRP) is SGD$139.

Press Release

Razer Imperator Offers Comfort, Customization for All “Righties”
Carlsbad, Calif. – November 26, 2009 – Razer, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-end precision gaming and lifestyle peripherals, today announced the Razer Imperator, a right-handed ergonomic mouse for palm and fingertip gamers. The Razer Imperator is designed with gaming-grade ergonomics in mind – contours and grooves specifically crafted to enhance aggressive mousing movements made by gamers.

“Ergonomics and control were the key objectives with this mouse” said Robert “Razerguy” Krakoff, president, Razer. “Your grip stays locked and planted no matter how often you lift and swipe your mouse while playing. One of the typical complaints of gamers is the difficulty in reaching the side or thumb buttons on a mouse. We have pioneered adjustable side buttons that slide and lock into your ideal thumb position. You just can’t get a more custom tailored fit than the Razer Imperator.”

Specifications

• Ergonomic right-handed design
• Adjustable side buttons
• 5600dpi Razer Precision 3.5G laser sensor
• Razer Synapse on-board memory
• Up to 200 inches per second / 50g acceleration
• Seven independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response rate
• On-the-fly sensitivity adjustment
• Zero-acoustic Ultraslick Teflon feet
• Approximate size: 123(L) x 71(W) x 42(H)

Box Front

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Box Open

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The Razer Abyssus was announced two months ago on the 10th November 2009 and it is available in Singapore market since last December. The Razer Abyssus recommended retail price (RRP) is SGD$79.00.

Press Release

Razer Abyssus Gives Gamers the Competitive Edge by Focusing on the Fundamentals

Carlsbad, Calif. – Nov. 10, 2009 – Razer, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-end precision gaming and lifestyle peripherals, today launched the Razer Abyssus gaming mouse. By combining simplicity with a state-of-the-art 3.5G 3500dpi infrared sensor, the Razer Abyssus stands ready to frag.

“Less is more,” said Robert “Razerguy” Krakoff, president, Razer. “We’ve taken our ambidextrous three-button mouse design and loaded it with our industry-leading technology without the added cost of too many bells and whistles. Our goal with the Razer Abyssus is to give competitive gamers access to gaming grade hardware without breaking the bank.”

Specifications

• 3,500dpi Razer Precision 3.5G infrared sensor
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time
• Mechanical dpi/polling rate switches
• On-The-Fly Sensitivity adjustment
• Always-On mode
• Ultra-large non-slip buttons
• 16-bit ultra-wide data path
• 60-120 inches per second and 15g of acceleration
• Three independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
• Ambidextrous design
• Scroll wheel with 24 individual click positions
• Zero-acoustic Ultraslick Teflon feet
• Seven-foot, lightweight, non-tangle cord
• Approx. size in mm 115(L) x 63(W) x 40(H)

Box Front

Box Back

Box Open

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MacPadd does aluminum mouse pads. It is precision manufactured from a solid piece of Aluminum. It is available it in two sizes, MacPadd (9″x6″) costs USD$25.00 and MacPadd Pro (9″x9″) costs USD$35.00. Unfortunately, their online shop does not ship to Singapore. There are two other distributors, MacWay is based in France and Other World Computing based in the USA.

I did not check out MacWay instead I checked out Other World Computing and it does ship to Singapore and best of all it can be paid using PayPal. I got the MacPadd Pro at USD$31.99 and shipping to Singapore cost USD$13.73, so total is USD$45.72. I placed order and paid on the 9th November 2009 and on the 10th November 2009 it was shipped and I received it yesterday on the 18th November 2009. Took only 8 days to reach Singapore shores.

The built is pretty good but the edges can be better as I still see some protruding stuff. Also the back looks way too ugly!

Box

Box Opened

Packaging

Front

Back

MacPadd Logo

Check out MacPadd and MacPadd Pro at Other World Computing.