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Laptop too hot? Logitech's got a couple of new cooling options

Laptop cooling devices generally fall into two categories -- plastic stands with little fans inside and plastic stands without little fans inside (we checked out several examples in our laptop cooling device roundup).

Logitech has managed to hit both categories with its announcement of two new laptop coolers on March 18.

The Logitech Cooling Pad N100 is a gently waving riser, with a fan pointed up through its slotted top. The air intake is from the rear edge, to reduce the chance of blocked airflow, and it can draw power from your laptop via a USB cord.

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Logitech Harmony 1100 remote bests predecessor

When Logitech brought out its touch-screen, tablet-style Harmony 1000 in 2007, it was clearly taking a stab at the high-end of the universal remote market. Unlike other high-end--and more expensive--models from the likes of Crestron, Universal Remote Control, and Philips' Pronto line, the Harmony 1000 didn't require hiring a professional home installer to program or update it, which made it a value proposition--even if it was relatively expensive compared with other mainstream universal remotes.

All in all, we liked the 1000, but it did have a few kinks. Users griped that it wasn't quite as responsive as it … Read more

Logitech's really comfy Comfort Lapdesk

I've been shopping around for a go-between that would prop my toasty laptop off my lap. I thought I found this with the Thermapak, but now here's another tempting choice, Logitech's Comfort Lapdesk ($39.99).

Unlike the former, the Lapdesk marries hard plastic with a padded cushion for what seems to be the best of both worlds. Though it won't cool your notebook or roll up into bundle like the Thermapak, the Lapdesk can double as a useful work surface while you're lounging on the couch. Thermapak or Logitech? Time to dust off that Magic … Read more

Logitech to cut up to 600 jobs

Clarification at 7:40 a.m. PST: The percentage figure for net income has been fixed.

Logitech International announced late Monday plans to cut 550 to 600 jobs, as it posted a steep drop in its financial performance and predicted continued weakness in the months ahead.

The company expects to make the bulk of its job cuts in its fiscal fourth quarter, which started January 1, and take a charge of $16 million to $18 million during the quarter. Overall, Logitech expects to take a $20 million to $24 million charge over the next 12 months.

Logitech, a peripherals giant … Read more