Now there just cannot be anything more scientific (or Geeky) than a microscope, but to have a digital microscope that displays the images on your computer, now that is just cool and just imagine how impressed all your friends will be.

But of course maybe this type of microscope could become a fundamental part of your work or studies, whatever the reason for owning such a device, the very idea behind it, is simple yet very effective. It plugs into the computers USB port; this not only powers it, but also enables you with the help of the software provided to view items under the microscope up to 200 times the original size. This device is ideal for students who are studying science or any subject that requires enlargement like computer engineering to look at the circuit boards in greater detail.

Being plug in and play, means that there are no complicated installations, or awkward set up systems to conquer; this microscope is ready to go when you are. During the operation of the microscope if you see something that is of interest, maybe for a project or coursework you will be able to take a picture and even a small movie, as well as being able to manipulate images etc, just think how different homework will be now!

Features of the USB Digital Microscope:

Great for industrial inspection, science education, forensics, printing, textile, printed circuit board (PCB) inspection, jewelers, hobbyists.

Capture high quality images, video and time-lapsed video.

Resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels for image capture.

Magnification: 20x, 50x, 200x - without switching lenses.

Built-in white-light 4 LEDs for illumination.

Frame rate: up to 30fps.

Interface: USB 1.1.

Dimension: 10cm (h) x 3.2cm (dia).

Weight: 90g.

Includes: Microscope, Microscope stand, DinoCapture Software (Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP Mac OS9, OSX).

The USB Digital Microscope will cost around $180, which is not cheap, but if compared to other microscope devices, both standard and digital it does not sound that bad at all.

Source [Think Geek]