New RadTech products

RadTech today announced several new products, including a new cover for the iPod mini, a new aluminum PowerBook case, a Bluetooth high-resolution mouse, a new line of soft luggage cases designed for Apple notebooks and iPods, etc. The (by CompuShell) is a professional-grade notebook enclosure. Slightly larger than the PowerBook itself, it can be carried by itself, or is easily stowed into a conventional bag, backpack or suitcase. It is constructed from 3mm thick 5052-H32 Aluminum alloy and weighs 4.5 - 5.5 lbs. The enclosures are uniquely sized for each model Apple portable, add minimal bulk and allow use of the notebook without removing it--with full access to all ports, optical drives and controls. The opened case can also be manipulated to provide slight chassis inclination for more ergonomic keyboarding. The cases feature a durable, powder coated finish, finished by an epoxy clear coat. It is available in Aluminum and Graphite colors. Prices range between $200 and $230. The company says that iBook models are expected as well.




RadTech also debuted its BT-500 Wireless Bluetooth, 800dpi optical, three-button scrolling mouse. This ruggedly-built, mobile-sized and lightweight Bluetooth wireless mouse combines 3 button functionality and control as well as a "finger-friendly silicone composite scroll wheel." It weighs 64 grams (with the included AAA Alkaline batteries) and ships in RadTech's environmentally responsible and reusable Tough-Pak. It also features a power switch and a smart, power-saving sleep mode that restores the connection within 2 seconds of waking from sleep mode. Radtech estimates about 7-days of battery life (on all day) or several weeks when used 4-6 hours per day. It is available in blue- or white-exteriors for $55.




RadTech Luggage (by STM) is a complete line of soft luggage and cases designed expressly for conveying Apple notebooks and iPods. Backpacks that accommodate the entire notebook size gamut, including Apple’s 17 inch PowerBook. The backpack line features multiple padded pockets and compartments, as well as top-grade hardware and materials throughout. The collection also includes a wide selection of shoulder/messenger cases that are uniquely tailored specifically for Apple notebooks, as well as a selection of machine-specific, formfitting Neoprene sleeves. Stylish and innovative accessory and roller cases round out the notebook case offerings, as well as a unique and exciting line of iPod and iPod mini cases and enclosures. RadTech says that most of the cases feature self-repairing and waterproof zippers, as well as an innovative sound port which allows an iPod to reside inside the case, while the ear bud cable is neatly routed through and outside of the bag. Prices range from $16 to $135.

by MacNN Staff