It turns out that even the most expensive of home stereo CD players are still occasionally susceptible of incorrectly reading the data on the disc, which can ruin the listening experience. So a company called Parasound has created the CD 1, a Linux-powered standalone CD player that actually reads a disc multiple times during playback to find and eliminate errors. More »
Forget pulling a wagon filled with kids. If you really want to enjoy a day at the beach you’ll hit the sand with this speaker-packed wagon in tow. A pair of 12-volt batteries power the Blastmaster XL’s 2,000 watt sound system for up to 40 hours of non-stop partying, and yes, it comes with cup holders. More »
Buffalo has just announced a new backup battery called the Voltissimo that makes the bold claim of being able to fully charge an iPhone in just 15 minutes. While there’s no technical reason it shouldn’t be able to deliver on that claim, it’s not the best idea for your phone in the long run. More »
Your smartphone’s LED flash is better than nothing if you find yourself needing to take a photo in the dark. But the results are usually harsh and uneven. So if you find yourself in need of better lowlight shots but refuse to buy a real camera, the Pocket Spotlight is a reasonable compromise. More »
Like those electroluminescent tees that respond to sound, Strapya World will soon be releasing an iPhone 5 shell case featuring a light-up graphic EQ on the back that responds to music, conversations, even your ringtone. More »
If you travel with an iPad you really have no choice but to bring along its bulky wall wart for charging. But thanks to Scosche’s new CoverCharge, you can now at least leave your phone’s charging cube at home to save some space. More »
If you absolutely can’t trust your kid to avoid texting while he’s driving the family car, the ORIGOsafe provides a brute-force way to keep them focused on the road. It’s a smartphone dock that prevents a vehicle from actually starting until a phone is inserted, ensuring the distraction remains out of sight. More »
How many times do you check your clock before going to bed to make sure the morning alarm’s been set? With Lexon’s new Flip it should really only be once since the top and bottom of the alarm clock feature the words ‘on’ and ‘off’ in big, obvious letters. More »
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