Avoid scanning temptation and scan in moderation

Apr 6, 2007 14:14 GMT  ·  By

If you have tons of geek devices that need to be organized, then you might try this barcode scanning device. The Inteliscanner Mini is a mini ultra-portable barcode reader that can, err, read barcodes without a computer attached to it. The device can store up to 150 barcodes.

After you scan your huge collection of Anime&Manga toys, action figures and other collectibles, you can return to your computer to download the list via USB. Inteliscanner Mini comes with a software that allows you to manage your collection, home inventory, groceries, books, CDs, DVDs and even comic books!

Here's the best part. The device will keep track of all the stuff you lend to your buddies. So if someone borrowed your Alan Moore's "V for Vendetta"comic book, you can always check the list and ask it back. It can also help you track groceries and build shopping lists. Hell, it can even help you with your cellar and wine management system. Organizing your bottles of "Chateau LE BERNAT" should be a cinch now.

The device is battery powered and comes with standard watch batteries. You'll also get a neck lanyard with detachable clip. It also features scan and delete buttons ( add and remove scanned barcodes anywhere), built-in memory chip store scans until you plug it in, integrated Class 2 laser scanning engine, USB interface to download barcode information. What do you know; it's even a RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) compliant product.

One more thing. You may get addicted to this (beep, beep). Avoid scanning temptation and scan in moderation, taking frequent breaks for other, varied activities. And this isn't my advice; it's the manufacturer's warning. TG sells this for a cent short of 300$.

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