Mar 14
A Bluetooth gamepad and media controller for Amazon’s media streamer has been spotted crossing through pre-launch testing, lending further weight to long-standing rumors of a set-top box from the retailer … Continue reading
Mar 12
Grace Digital 3-Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver ensures a smooth connection all the time
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Grace Digital Inc., a name that is synonymous with wireless internet radios, has just unveiled their latest creation, which happens to be the 3-Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver that will boast of the unique capability to hook up to a trio of handsets to your stereo simultaneously. This would mean that you as well as the rest of your mates are able to share music that you love without having to furrow your eyebrows with concerns on disconnecting and reconnecting mobile devices. All that you need to do is to press “play” on any of the three Bluetooth enabled devices, and the playlist is good to go, adding a personal dimension to the party that is going on right at that particular moment.
For additional versatility, one is also able to hook up your 3-Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver to your car stereo for mobile, on-the-go use, which makes this to be more than just a decent companion on those long and boring road trips. The portable 3-Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver features expanded memory that enables it to stash up to 7 devices, where it is capable of playing more than 10 hours of music thanks to the built-in rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. Apart from that, the 3-Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver will also boast of the flexibility to be connected into any audio input using a standard RCA or 3.5 mm jack.
Greg Fadul, CEO, Grace Digital Audio, shared, “With the 3-Play, our music-loving customers have more options for their tunes by collaborating with three Bluetooth enabled devices. Perfect for a party with your friends, the 3-Play keeps the music going seamlessly or it can shift the music mood with a simple click.” The asking price for the 3-Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver stands at $99.99 a pop if you are interested in picking one up for yourself.
Press Release
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Mar 11
In this day and age, many of us own plenty of convergent devices, or consumer electronics that do far more than what they were originally intended to. This is not strange or otherworldly, as it can be classified as progress instead. Take your smartphone for instance – it is more or less a portable computer in your hand, where it not only functions as your basic communications device, it also doubles up as your Internet reference, dictionary, calculator, currency converter, and of course, camera. While the $49.99 Bluetooth Speaker LED Bulb does not have that many functions embedded, it does what it is supposed to do pretty well.
The Bluetooth Speaker LED Bulb is so easy to use, that all you need to do would be to screw on this multi-colored light bulb into a normal socket. From there, you can connect a compatible smartphone or tablet to it via Bluetooth connectivity, as it plays back your favorite tunes via its powerful built-in speaker. In addition, there is also a pocket sized IR remote that can be used to change the bulb’s color to one of several fun colors. Alternatively, you can leave it on its own, with the bulb set to RGB in order for it to seamlessly fade between between white and a rainbow of colors.
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Mar 08
If you’re into recording or playing music, you’ll definitely want to enter this giveaway that we’re doing in partnership with our pals at Gear Diary and IK Multimedia.
One lucky winner will receive the iLoud portable speaker (valued at $299.99), a high-fidelity speaker designed specifically for musicians and audiophiles. This compact studio monitor has 40-watts of power, yet it’s small enough to tote around with you wherever you go. Not only does it crank out amazing sound for its size, but you can connect audio sources via Bluetooth, a 3.5mm jack for mobile devices, or a 1/4″ jack to connect your electric guitar or a microphone. It’s even got an iRig circuit built in, so you can use your mobile device to add effects to your jams.
In addition to the iLoud, the winner will receive a download key for GrooveMaker 2 (valued at $9.99). This cool iOS app lets you easily create non-stop dance beats in real time, without the need for in-depth musical knowledge. It’s easy to use, and lets you make tracks using either pre-packaged sets of samples, or your own recorded sounds.
We’re also giving away four additional keys to GrooveMaker 2 at various points throughout the contest. Enter early to increase your chances of winning one of these.
To enter the contest, simply fill out the form below. There are lots of ways to earn entries, so try them all to increase your chances of winning:
Contest Ends 11:59PM CDT on March 19, 2014. See Terms and Conditions with entry form above.
Mar 05
This may not be the One Ring to rule them all, but it could definitely allow you to have the power of controlling many devices with the flick of your finger. Logbar’s Ring is a Bluetooth device fitted with an accelerometer that is capable of recognizing finger gestures. Depending on the gestures you make, you have the ability to send texts, turn on your music, and check emails just by simply writing in the air.
The Ring will alert you of new texts and emails by either vibration or LED lights that light up on the side of the Ring. According to Logbar, the Ring can perform up to 1000 gestures before the battery needs to be recharged. There are so many “pros” to this device it’s hard to tell you about them all in this article. Here is the Kickstarter video that shows all the amazing things this little device can do. But you know us, we had to find some “cons” and here are a couple. One, you cannot get it wet. So if you are an avid hand washer you will have to remember to remove the Ring and then remember to put it back on. Two, once the battery wears out, it’s all done. There is no way to replace the battery, so you will just need to replace the entire device for a mere $150.
As of right now, the Ring is compatible with iOS and Android devices, but they do have plans to release a Windows Phone version in the future. Their Kickstarter campaign has 29 days left and has currently doubled its goal of $250,000. If you would like to be one of the first to own your own “Precious”, sign up on their Kickstarter and donate a minimum of $165 and you will have one in your possession by June 2014.
Mar 05
It’s funny how many little things seem to take up so much time. We used to live life without the constant hum of gadgets and technology around us, but now we can’t picture life without it. One of the greatest tasks we now face is trying to cut down the time we have to spend doing this and that tiny chore.
If you like moving as close to the speed of light as possible, then you’re likely looking for ways to cut down on precious seconds in every action of your day-to-day life. The Ring is an input device that will let you send texts, control appliances at home, or pay your bills with a flick of your finger. It uses gesture control function which will allow you to doodle in the air, and get the result of turning on or off things like the TV or a lamp.
If you want to send a text, there’s a specific font you can air-draw, and it will be put into word form on your phone. Should you be the type who likes to know the second you’ve received a mention on Twitter, a text, or email, then you’ll be happy to know that this has LED and vibration alerts to make you aware when something is afoot. This will cost you anywhere from $165-185, and comes with a battery stand for recharging purposes. The Ring can be charged 1000 times, and each charge will give you about 1000 gestures. It’s not waterproof, so try to remember to take it off when washing your hands, or be mindful should you be out in the rain.
Available for crowdfunding on Kickstarter
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Mar 05
There are bunches of cases out there for the iPad that add a physical keyboard to make it more efficient to use when typing a lot. A new case has turned up on Kickstarter that turns the iPad Air into a laptop.
The CruxEncore case is designed to leave the camera and all controls of the tablet open and accessible. The case also leaves the speakers uncovered so the sound for videos and movies isn’t blocked. It’s got a durable hinge mechanism which allows you to adjust the iPad Air to any angle, without worrying about the display flopping over on itself.
It’s made from sturdy aircraft grade 6063 aluminum and polycarbonate. The aluminum is then anodized in multiple colors including silver, black, and white.
Power for the Bluetooth 4.0 keyboard comes from a 360 mAh battery that is good for a month of use per charge. The keys are raised and are claimed to mimic the typing feel on a MacBook. A pledge of $89(USD) or more will get you one of the cases with shipping estimated in May 2014.
Mar 04
Why are we so interested in looking at our faces? Does it make it think about what we used to look like, and compare it to the current version of ourselves? It could be personal growth, but oftentimes it’s a good way to validate yourself by posting tons of face photos online for social media sites to your followers to give you a confidence boost. Nothing wrong with that, but some people do get to be a bit excessive about it.
If you take the selfie game pretty seriously, then you’re likely in the market for a shutter remote control so you don’t have blurry photos. The HISY is one such item that will work with your iDevice without the use of an app. All it needs to do to connect is be paired via Bluetooth. This can go for almost two years (based on doing 100 shots a day!) without needing a battery replacement, so you won’t need to worry about having to charge one more device.
This would be perfect for creative selfies or group shots as it has a range of 30-90 feet. It will cost you around $25, which isn’t too bad for such an item. There is even a headphone jack attachment so you can keep it handy at all times rather than stuffing it in your bag and missing a perfect photo opportunity. If you also like to record videos, this will be able to start and stop the recording process.
Available for purchase on hisypix
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Mar 04
Logitech Harmony Smart Keyboard makes streaming-media device control easier
Posted in: Today's ChiliLogitech has announced a new member of the Harmony universal remote family. This isn’t a normal remote control like the other offerings Logitech has had in the Harmony line for … Continue reading
Mar 03
Using a stylus for most of us is usually just a means to navigate our screen without our fingers getting in the way. However, many people use them as a creative medium. This can be used for designing outfits, building plans, or just jotting down some ideas in your own handwriting. It gives you the feel of using an old-fashioned writing implement (do pens and pencils count as archaic now?), and more.
This isn’t your average stylus, as it also has an eraser tip. It will only recognize the back end of the Pencil as an eraser, so you only need to flip it over to etch away your mistakes, like you would with a graphite pencil for paper. One of the big annoyances with working on a touchscreen surface is that your hand will tend to rest on the screen, making unwanted marks. When you’re using this stylus, it will recognize and reject your palm as a means of interaction with the screen.
If you’re working in colors or full drawings rather than sketching, you can use the aPencil for precise lines, and your finger for smudging. You will need to charge this Bluetooth device, and with ‘normal’ use (whatever that means), you shouldn’t need to charge it for a month. Thankfully, it only takes about 90 minutes to be juiced up again. It does need to be used on an iPad with a Retina Display or iPad Mini for full support of features, so apologies to the rest of the tablet world. This will cost you anywhere from $50-60 depending on whether you would like a wooden body or black aluminum.
Available for purchase on fiftythree, found via redferret
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