I got my new SATA drive this morning. It’s a Maxtor 120 GB, compared to my original dual Seagate 160 GBs. I’m uncertain when to install and, to be honest, I’m rather trepidatious. But speaking of tech stuff, here are a couple other doodads I’d also like to order.• I first heard about the Pioneer SE-DIR1000C from The Screen Savers and was greatly intrigued. They’re wireless headphones and feature Dolby Headphone surround technology. I watch a lot of late-night TV viewing with headphones, and to be able to retain a surround-sound effect would be excellent. Currently the headphones only sell in Japan, but are reportedly to arrive on our shores soon. (And they can be ordered now, through importers, for around $500 US.)
• Now that I lost my SATA RAID, this might be an easier way to build a supercomputer. LaCie is selling a one terrabyte external hard drive, the Bigger Disk, for $1200. Just think of all the MP3s, warez, and porn I can cram onto one terabyte!
• Last and least is RadTech’s little EyeLighter, a tiny light that fits over the ear, illuminating wherever one looks. This is the perfect accessory, since no room ever seems bright enough for me. Not only will I easily be able to look into out-of-the-way places, hands-free, but I can pretend I’m Borg. And, at only $9.95, it’s certainly the most affordable gadget of the bunch.
