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Technically speaking, a floppy drive refers to a disk storage medium composed of a disk of thin and flexible magnetic storage medium, sealed in a rectangular plastic carrier lined with fabric that removes dust particles. They are read and written by a floppy disk drive (FDD). For those who didn't grow up in the 80s and 90s, you may not have even used one of them. Fortunately, one geek decided to use them for something everyone is familiar with: music. Continue reading to see five more cool songs played with floppy drives.

Logitech's Wireless Gaming Mouse G700 is currently on sale for just $49.99 shipped, today only, originally priced at $99.99. Boasting 13 programmable controls and a full-speed wireless connection, this gaming mouse keeps you comfortable, in control and deep into your game. Product page. Continue reading for an unboxing and video review.

5 Notable features:

1. 13 programmable buttons help you perform intricate macros with a single click.


2. Natural curves that fit your hand and smooth-gliding feet give you epic comfort and control.


3. Full-speed wireless (1,000 reports per second) combines gaming-grade responsiveness with wireless freedom.


4. A USB recharging/data cable makes sure you never run out of power in the heat of battle.


5. Crafted for gaming with high-precision laser tracking and onboard memory for storing up to five game profiles.

ViewSonic's VX2703MH 27" LED Monitor is currently being offered at just $239.99 shipped, originally priced at $406. Its handy "aspect ratio adjustment feature automatically senses the input single and will not stretch a 4:3 signal, but instead will position the image in the middle of the screen with side bars." Product page. Continue reading for a video preview.

Notable features:

• 27" Widescreen LED monitor; 1920x1080p Full HD resolution.


• Up to 40% energy saving with LED backlight.


• 10,000,000:1 MEGA Dynamic Contrast Ratio.


• VGA and HDMI & DVI inputs (with HDCP); VESA Mount and Integrated Power Supply.


• MultiMedia with SRS Premium Sound.

Sapphire's Mini Edge HD3 is a speaker-sized desktop computer that packs a powerful punch, all priced under $310. It's powered by a dual-core 1.6-GHz AMD APU E450 with RADEON HD 6320 graphics, 4GB of RAM (max 16GB), and a 320GB internal hard drive. Product page. Continue reading for a video and more information.

Canon's imageCLASS D420 Laser Multifunction Copier / Printer is currently being offered at only $69.99 shipped, originally priced at $495. It is a reliable machine for printing, copying, and scanning; you can easily save paper with built-in Duplex copying and printing, as well as with 4-on-1 and 2-on-1 copying. Product page. Continue reading to see the printer in-action.

Notable features:

• Duplex Versatility: two-sided copying and printing.


• Copy and Print in black and white up to 23 ppm.


• Efficient energy savings mode; only 3W of energy used.


• 250 sheet front loading paper cassette tray plus single sheet multipurpose tray.

This USB Finger Mouse is currently being offered at only $2.96 shipped, originally priced at $19.99. This mouse features digital encoder technology, which ensures precise operation and minimal faulty movements.Product page. Continue reading for a video review.

Notable features:

• 100% Brand new high quality USB finger optical mouse.


• Resolution: 1200 dpi for quick and precise movement.


• USB interface, also works for PS/2 (adapter not included).


• Digital encoder technology, operate precisely, prevent faulty movement effectively.


• Strap to your finger or hold like a pencil for easy use.

Logitech's Wireless Performance Mouse MX is currently being offered at only $49.99 shipped, originally priced at $99.99. Logitech's Darkfield Laser Tracking "technology tracks mouse movements by producing a detailed micro-roadmap of the work surface; so now you can confidently use your mouse on surfaces you never could before like clear glass, lacquered wood and marble." Product page. Continue reading for a video unboxing, overview, and more pictures.

5 Notable features:

1. New Logitech Darkfield Laser Tracking works on more surfaces than other mice--even on glass.


2. Tiny Logitech Unifying receiver stays in your computer--plug it in, forget it, even add compatible wireless devices without multiple USB receivers.


3. Flexible recharging system for easy charging through your computer or a power outlet, even when you're using your mouse.


4. Hyper-fast scrolling lets you fly through long documents and web pages.


5. Sculpted right-handed shape with stealth thumb controls for rapid-fire web browsing, application switching, zooming and more.

Canon's PIXMA MP499 Wireless All-in-One Printer is currently being offered at just $29.95 shipped, originally priced at $79.95. It features "Wi-Fi photo printing with compatible iPhone, iPod touch and Android devices; for the first time in home photo printing you can print still photographs from your captured HD movies with extraordinary technology called Full HD Movie Print." Product page. Continue reading for a video preview of Canon's PIXMA line of printers.

5 Notable features:

1. All new Full HD Movie Print software turns your favorite HD movie clips captured with your compatible Canon EOS Digital SLR or PowerShot cameras into beautiful prints.


2. "Auto Photo Fix II" automatically adjusts and corrects your photos.


3. Collect, combine and edit multiple web pages to print your own layout using "Easy-WebPrint EX".


4. The ChromaLife100+ system gives you beautiful and long-lasting photos.


5. Wireless, Compact & Stylish Photo All-In-One

Short of having to wrap your keyboard in a thin invisible shield, it's inevitable that the space between keys, along with crevices, will get filled up with dust, grime, and / or food. Logitech's K310 aims to change all that, with their fully-washable keyboard. That's right, it can "be hand washed and designed with long-lasting keys that can take a pounding - including one-touch keys that get you right to whatever you want to do." Best of all, it's priced at just $39.99. Product page. Continue reading for a video review and more information.

Logitech's G9X Gaming Mouse Call of Duty: MW3 Edition is currently being offered at just $48.49 shipped, originally priced at $99.99. Featuring "game-changing laser precision, an arsenal of programmable buttons, plus customizable grips and weights, you'll be properly armed for winning each firefight." Product page. Continue reading for a video unboxing and review.

Features:

• Next generation PC gaming laser: 5700 dpi, full-speed USB laser engine for game-changing precision at any hand speed (Up to 165 inches per second on most popular gaming mouse pad surfaces).


• Nine programmable buttons plus on-the-fly adjustable dpi: Run and gun your way through kill streaks with dominating speed and accuracy.


• Onboard memory: Store up to five ready-to-play profiles you can take anywhere.


• Customizable control: Interchangeable grips and a weight-tuning system let you personalize your mouse for just the right feel.