Ever wondered “If only I could save all my VHS tapes into my PC and be done with them.”? Well do you still have your old VCR? Does it have an RCA composite output or an S-video output?
If it’s a yes to both questions, here is a nifty gadget that will do the trick.

Let me introduce you to the EasyCAP USB 2.0 Video Adapter. It will convert your analog signals into digital format for storage on your PC. So be it TV, camcorder, VCR or anything that has an RCA output (or S-video), it will do the trick. This little thing will allow you to record your favourite TV shows on your PC. You can even use this to play DVDs off your DVD player onto your PC. Although you might still need a male/male RCA cable to connect your devices to the EasyCap.

Useful? Of course! My favourite would be the ability to save your VHS memories on PC. Priceless!

Now lets move on to another gadget, the Powermat. Apparently it’s supposed to be able to charge your electronic devices when they are placed on the mat. How does it work?
“The technology utilizes principles of magnetic induction to transmit electrical power via an ultra thin mat embedded in, or overlaid on, any surface or wall, to electronic devices placed randomly upon it.” Eh?

Well the skeptic in me says until they actually release the product for sale, I will reserve my judgement. Useful? Possibly useful, I’ll believe it when I see it.

Update: Now my eyes have seen not quite the magic of the powermat but it has a sleeve for your device and it is that sleeve that works magic with the pad. Introducing the Wildcharge!

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