Let’s face it, regardless of what the specifications say, the in-built speakers on most laptop and even desktop PCs isn’t great, which is why cute little speakers like these Syren Speaker Minis from MSI might be worth considering.
The connect up via USB so all modern computers should accept them, and they feature LED lights, built-in volume control, mute function and a travel pouch.
A means of charging your gadgets up on the move is a must if you’re away from power sockets for any length of time, but the bulk and weight can be off-putting, so it’s good to see an elegant and compact solution from Powertraveller: the minigorilla.
As you’d expect, it comes with all the most common tips in order that you can charge up notebooks, cellphones and other portable devices — 20 notebook tips plus a number of others in fact.
If you’re in the market for some fairly inexpensive audio speakers for your laptop or portable music player, the IXOS Oyster Premium portable speakers may be what you’re looking for.
They can be powered either from a spare USB port, or using four triple-A batteries, and connect up to your equipment via standard 3.5mm audio jack.