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I just got a chance to listen to Monster’s forthcoming Katana, a six-speaker, 400-watt (!), Bluetooth system, and it’s incredible. A Bluetooth audio system has never sounded better. Monster’s new innovations in wireless technology might be the next big thing. More »

Apigy made waves last year when they released the Lockitron, a door lock system that was remotely operated via phones. They’ve recently unveiled a significantly improved version of the device, adding tons of new features at a much lower price. That said, it still works as before, i.e. it turns your phone into both a house guard and a security risk.

The first version of the Lockitron was a full deadbolt lock that connected to the Internet via Ethernet. The newer version is much more practical because it no longer comes with its own lock – it attaches to existing deadbolt locks – and it has Wi-Fi connectivity as well. The old Lockitron also supported automatic opening via NFC, but the newer version now uses Bluetooth 4.0 to detect your phone and automatically unlock the door.

The new Lockitron is also more talkative. It sends notifications if your door was unlocked, if its battery is low and, thanks to a sensor, can even tell you if someone’s at the door – as long as they knock, that is. All of the other features are still present in the new device. In terms of security, the signal that the Lockitron app sends is encrypted and you can also remotely disable the app should your phone be lost or stolen.

You can reserve a Lockitron from its official website for $149 (USD). Apigy ran its own fundraiser and has surpassed its target amount, which bodes well for the product.  That said, the device has garnered a considerable amount of negative feedback from YouTube commenters for obvious reasons. But if you think about it, a regular deadbolt is no more or less secure than this device, especially since it’s now just basically a smart mechanism that moves the lock and not the lock itself. You can still use your key if you want or need to and you can use the remote disable feature if you lose your phone.

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Motorola’s RAZR i has landed on British shores, and is available today from Phones4U. The handset, the first born of a union ‘twixt Moto and Intel, skates pretty close to the competition in the performance stakes and promises vastly improved power efficiency. The handset is free to anyone grabbing a plan costing £21.50 or more, while the first 500 to snap up the phone will also get a complimentary pair of MOTOROKR headphones, too.

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While there are many third-party capacitive pens for the iPad on the market, none are as precise as pressure-sensitive models like the ones Samsung Galaxy Note aficionados have enjoyed for some time. Enter the Pogo Connect, which is described as the world’s first pressure-sensitive Bluetooth 4.0 iPad stylus. Brought to you by Ten One Design, the Pogo Connect was originally codenamed “Project Blue Tiger” back in March. The benefits of Bluetooth seem to be key here, as it offers full pressure sensitivity thanks to a “Crescendo Sensor” technology that works at multiple angles and without calibration. You also get palm rejection capabilities so the page doesn’t get smudged from your hand resting on the surface. The pen has a removable magnetic tip, leaving room for interchangeable tips in the future.

There’s also an LED status light, an integrated radio transmitter to let you know its location in case you lose it, and it runs on a single AAA battery. Be aware that the Connect is only compatible with around 16 apps for now — they include Brushes, SketchBook Pro, Paper by FiftyThree, and PDFPen — but Ten One hopes to add to the list over time. You can pre-order one now for $79.95, and if you’re one of the first 2,000 to do so, you’ll get a special edition pen with a laser-engraved tiger. Those intrigued can get a peek at the company’s promo video as well as the PR after the break.

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Yantouch has proudly introduced the new Black Diamond 3 wireless speaker. It is actually a combination of an iOS-compatible Bluetooth speaker and a color-changing lamp. The lamp provides 16 million colors. The Yantouch Black Diamond 3 can be controller via a remote. The wireless speaker draws power from a USB port or a wall power. Too bad, there is no info on pricing or availability so far. [Yantouch]