PCR Tech and IT retail, distribution and vendor news
Every Friday, PCR rounds up the hottest crowdfunded and brand new tech to keep in mind for future retail opportunities.
Let’s take a look at this week’s selection of up-and-comers…
Lian Li DK Desks: desks with a PC inside
Taiwan-based firm Lian Li has launched two brand new desks which bring a brand new, and rather literal, meaning to the term ‘desktop’.
The DK-01X and DK-02X are both aluminium work desks that feature a pull-out centre with space for a fully-featured desktop PC inside.
The DK-01X measures 90cm long and supports one HPTX-sized system, while the DK-02X is a longer 125cm, and features space for an extra Mini-ITX system.
Both cases/desks have an array of ports and connections, including USB 3.0 ports and space for an optical drive.
The desks have a tempered glass top, allowing users who splash out the $989 (DK-01X) or $1,189 (DK-02X) to see their system in all its glory.
Octa TabletTail: animal-themed tablet accessories
Octa, the company behind the primate-inspired Monkey Kit tablet stand, has expanded its range with a new set of products which also take cues from the natural world.
The TabletTail tablet positioning system combines the Monkey Kit with a new selection of zoological tablet stands, grips, mounts and holders.
Backers of the system’s Kickstarter campaign can get their hands on the Scorpion, Monkey Tail, Spider, Lynx and Whale Tail – or opt for the entire ‘Kingdom’.
Group Gear Charging Plate: free up mains power sockets with USB plug ports
Taking an idea so simple it’s a wonder that everybody’s not already doing it, Group Gear has launched the UK Mains/USB Charging Plate – a plug socket replacement plate that adds two USB charging ports to a standard pair of three-pin plugs.
Designed for tech items such as smartphones, cameras, tablets and music players, the two-Amp ports automatically trip off to avoid damage to electronics, but will also adjust power flow to each connected device.
