My technology kit - full disclosure
Of course this is not the limit of my technology at home, but only whatever I have here that is not "mine" or worth listing:
* On loan:
- Microsoft Technet (Microsoft MVP Award, one year license until April 2012)
- Telecom LG Optimus 7 Windows Phone 7
- TiVo
- Cisco SRP 521W small business router
- Eaton 5PX UPS
- Eaton 3S UPS
- HTC Touch Dual Windows Mobile
- HTC Trophy Windows Phone
- Cradlepoint PHS300
- Logitech Performance M950 mouse
- Jabra BT530
- Flip MinoHD
- Blackbox C18 earphones
- AT&T LG eXpo Windows Mobile phone
- Microsoft Arc keyboard and mouse
- Microsoft Touch mouse
- Telecom Sierra Wireless USB modem
- 2degrees Huawei USB modem
- Lenovo M75e dual monitor desktop
- Philips Oakly headphones
- Microsoft Exchange Online Services
- TelstraClear cable service
- HDHomeRun
- Dell Zino HD
- Apple iMac
- Windows Home Server
- 2degree SIM card for handset testing
- WorldxChange VFX VoIP service for home use
- MIMO UM-710 USB LCD monitor
If you follow me around on Geekzone and Twitter you know that I pretty much give almost everything away after a while.
I don't take cash or equivalent for writing. I am not posting links to these products because it's not a URL drop post. It's a disclosure post. Like it or not.
[Updated 19 July 2011]
Other related posts:
New Zealand cell site location maps
Broadband in New Zealand according to OECD
Did Twitter really take in consideration these DMCA notices?
Comment by David Morris, on 13-Jul-2009 16:24
So that's what you meant about transparency. Good post, it's always better to make sure everyone knows where you're coming from (and where the gear comes from). Keep it up!
Comment by Regs, on 13-Jul-2009 16:25
/me hacks random.org to favour his username
Comment by Dratsab, on 13-Jul-2009 16:26
Damn - so you won't be giving the N97 away...
Comment by juha, on 13-Jul-2009 16:35
Clap clap clap... :)
Comment by deepthought, on 13-Jul-2009 16:57
... and all powered by Powershop (which you pay for yourself) ;)
transparency is good - great post.
Comment by exportgoldman, on 13-Jul-2009 18:12
Talk about full disclosure, you even listed your mouse :)
Comment by GEONXT, on 13-Jul-2009 19:29
Nice collection of lets face it really really really cool free stuff! Please adopt me so I can play with free gadgets. Thats awesome can I ask what is it that allows you to get/test this tech is it your assosiation with this site? Also listed the N97 amongst other mobile phones do you have a fav you prefer over the other as I am thinking of getting one my self when I can raise the money.
Comment by antoniosk, on 13-Jul-2009 19:56
It's time to censor this list... or at least submit it to a group of approvers....!
Comment by Aloha, on 13-Jul-2009 22:39
Which one do you prefer? N97 or E71?
Comment by Janne, on 15-Jul-2009 18:26
Hmm... Interesting. But I think the most interesting thing is the question where from and how can I also get a job that enables me to have that many gadgets for free!!?
Comment by Usesbigwords, on 16-Jul-2009 10:54
What's the process and expectation when someone 'loans' you a device for trial purposes? Is it like wine critics being sent samples by the caseload in a bid to win favourable reviews for the winery?
Comment by owenw, on 16-Jul-2009 17:11
So how does one get hardware vendors like this to let your site review their technology? I run a tech site, and am itnerested in doing stuff like that, but have no idea where to get started.
Comment by BlueToothKiwi, on 21-Jul-2009 09:04
I been reading your blogs since you started Geekzone pretty much and the thing that amazes me most about you, Mauricio - is how you can be so promiscuous with your devices!
When I was an ISV in mobility space, I got given 'free' loan devices from telcos and devide vendors. However, I had kept the same device for personal use for years as I like to wake up and know that I dont have to learn a new package.
Well done on this blog piece.
Tim
Add a comment
Please note: comments that are inappropriate or promotional in nature will be deleted.
E-mail addresses are not displayed, but you must enter a valid e-mail address to confirm your comments.
Comment by zocster, on 13-Jul-2009 16:01
We need to know how you 'draw' for your giveaway competition, hope 'tis not favouritism.