Posts Tagged ‘Home Tech’
Video Review: PillowSonic Stereo Speakers from ScotteVest
I’m one of those people that has a really tough time falling asleep without something to listen to. I know it seems strange but I seem to fall asleep much quicker if I’ve got something playing on my radio. Generally I’ll set my iPod touch to play podcast or tune my radio to sports talk, setting the timer for 30-60 minutes. While this works well for me it doesn’t please my wife who usually is kept awake by the audio while I’m fast asleep. The PillowSonic Under the Pillow Speakers could be a marriage saver for me. This soft, padded, pillow has two speakers hidden inside. Once you plug in your device via the 3.5mm cable you can discretely listen to your own audio without bothering anyone else. Click on through to check out my video review of the PillowSonic Under the Pillow Speakers. Then head to this page on the ScotteVest web site to learn more about it.
Acase, maker of accessories for mobile devices, has said that the Concept for new iPad and iPad2 is available now. It is a hard shell case folio stand available in black and white with automatic wake-up closure and stylus holder.
“Acase examined the existing products on the market and improved on their designs to create the Concept,” said Felicia Lu, Marketing Manager of Acase. “The Concept blends sturdy support and stylish design with ample protection and functionality, and is clearly one step above the rest.”
The cases has a sturdy polycarbonate back with cross grain PU leather to provide protection while making the iPad look stylish. And the case’s display cover and back are padded with microfiber lining to protect from scratches. Not only does the case protect the iPad, it also works as a stand. It can be put your iPad into two positions. It can go upright for watching videos and reading and can be laid down for typing and gaming.
The Concept is available now for $31.79 at Amazon and the Acase web site.
HAND Stylus Has World’s Smallest Multifunctional Tip
California Pacific designs has made the HAND Stylus, the world’s smallest retractable, rotating, and replaceable tip for the portable electronic devices (4mm). The product was funded through Kickstarter and reached its initial funding goal in less than two days. The product will be on Kickstarter for another month.. The stylus has a hexagonal barrel design like the classic six-sided yellow pencil. Now tablet owners can draw, sketch, take notes, and retouch photos more efficiently with most touch-screen tablets or phones.
Review: DasKeyboard Model S Professional for Mac
As I’m writing this review, I hear nothing but the sound of keys click-clacking away with every keystroke. I turn my music off while I’m typing, simply relying on the rhythmic sound of the Das Keyboard to keep my entertained. It’s working. Sometimes I imagine that I’m a secret agent in a movie, hacking into the enemy’s computer infrastructure, creating a diversion, to allow the hero to save the day. With every click-clack, I feel as if I’m a step closer to my goal. This is what it feels like to use the Das Keyboard for Mac.
Read on for my full thoughts.
Thanks ADT Pulse!
I reviewed the ADT Pulse system on my YouTube channel over a year and a half ago. I’m still loving the features but can lie, I do wish they’d add more. Their adoption of addition Z-Wave components seems slow. One of the features we do find ourselves using all the time is the ability to set our thermostats from our iPhones wherever we are. Yesterday, while my wife was traveling on business and I was at work, we had a baby sitter over to watch the kids. She couldn’t seem to figure out how to set the thermostats a little warmer – it’s all of a sudden become winter again on the east coast – and sent me a text message asking how she was supposed to do so. I quickly responded back not to worry, that I’d pump up the heat right from my phone. I logged into the ADT Pulse iOS app, checked the current temperature and increased it a few degrees. I then sent a text back to the baby sitter letting her know warmth was on the way. Sure enough when I logged back into the ADT Pulse app. a short time later the heat had increased and the thermostats were sitting idly warm.
Thanks Pulse.
Did You Know Today is Earth Day? Target Didn’t Forget
Did you know today is Earth Day? Target didnt forget. I stopped by my local store for my weekely shopping and was greeted with a small resuable bag in celebration of Earth Day. If you’re near local target today be sure to stop by and grab one for yourself.
Throwboy Announces iCEO Steve Jobs Plush Pillow
Throwboy, maker of Apple icon inspired pillows, has announced it’s next offering, and it’s sure to be a popular one. The iCEO is a Steve Jobs lookalike plush pillow that measures in at 15″ tall. It features removable glasses, a 100% cotton t-shirt and 100% denim jeans. This limited edition pillow is available for pre-order now and is expected to ship in August. There will only be 1,200 made so if you want one act fast – limit 2 per person. The Throwboy has said it will proudly donates 10 percent of the proceeds of each iCEO sold to the American Cancer Society.
Head here to grab one.
Bracketron Introduces New Mushroom GreenZero Charger
Universal mounting company, Braketron, has released the Mushroom GreenZero ergonomic and eco-friendly charger. It is said to be the most efficient way to charge mobile devices. It starts charging right away whenn connected to a low battery powered device. Just press the “mushroom” button with your hand or foot. When it is charged up or unplugged, it will shut off to save energy. Thanks to what they call “Green technology” no stand by energy is consumed•
The chargers light weight and portable design makes the charger perfect for people on the go. The charger also does not weigh much and has an integrated cable reel charger for traveling.
The charger comes in three models one for USB-connected portable devices, another with an embedded microUSB cable for Android and other smartphones; and the last model hass an Apple 30 pin cable for iDevices. The charger will be available in May 2012. And prices are between $27.95 and $34.95. The charger is available through Bracketron.com.
Just Mobile Announces AluCube Mini
Bothered by the tangled mess your various cables leave? Are you always reaching to grab that iPhone charge and sync cable only to find that it slipped from your desk and fell to the floor? There are plenty of cable keeper solutions out there but most are made from cheap plastic. That’s simply not how Just Mobile rolls. The company’s new AluCube Mini is made from a seamless chunk of high grade aluminum. The inside is lined with rubber so that iPhone cable stays put, at the ready when you need it. Each AluCube Mini comes with a set of two cubes and two adhesive pads, so that you can stick them permanently in position.
You can learn more about the AluCube Mini here.
Need to “Go” Fast? Try Using this Carbon Fiber Toilet Seat
There are Carbon Fiber junkies and then there are CARBON FIBER junkies. If you’re the later perhaps you want to consider this special bathroom accessory. Yes, that’s an actual carbon fiber toilet seat. To craft this beauty, hand layered carbon is set around a premoulded foam core. The carbon fiber is custom woven in a 2×2 twill pattern that provides what the company calls the “nicest looking weave, as seen in Indy cars and Fighter planes.” If you’re a gear-head looking to trick out your thrown this special seat can be yours for $279.99. Expect to wait 4-6 weeks for it to be crafted.
Head here to learn more.
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