Hasta La Gadget!

How is your summer so far, for those of you who happen to live in the northern hemisphere, anyways? Is it all fun in the sunshine, and what kind of trips have you embarked upon with your family and friends, or heck, even done some solo adventuring? Well, other than good food on your travels, it is obvious that having the right kind of music can also help put you into the mood – as music is food for the soul. The thing is, not all consumer electronics devices were created equal, and that includes speakers and smartphones, which is why Pyle Audio has embarked on something which is slightly different – the SurfSound-PLAY waterproof speaker which we will describe in greater detail right after the jump.

Pyle Audio made their name as a manufacturer of outdoor recreational sports gear and home, car and pro audio equipment, which is why the SurfSound-PLAY waterproof speaker delivers something out of the ordinary. It happens to be a lightweight, user-friendly speaker case which is capable of delivering the full functionality of connected devices without batting an eyelid. Imagine taking your iPod, an old school MP3 player, or even a modern day smartphone and transforming it into a portable waterproof audio device. That would certainly lift your spirits when you are getting a nice, balanced tan on the beach, and want something other than the awful techno music which is being filtered over by the hotel’s speakers. Why not share your eclectic musical taste with the other guests instead?

Apart from playing back music alone, the SurfSound-PLAY case is also full well capable of handling video playback as well as answer calls, all for $68.99 a pop in white, black or blue colors if you are interested. Just how tough is it? Well, it has been specially engineered to be IPX-7 waterproof (up to 3.3ft) and dustproof, while an innovative plug-and-play interface allows you to play music on land or in water, with a clear plastic screen protector that comes with UV surface treatment, without sacrificing on the touchscreen capabilities of your device.

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[ SurfSound-PLAY waterproof speaker from Pyle Audio copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Digital Treasures, now that is a name that some of us might associate it to have something to do with a pirate game or the ilk, but far from it – Digital Treasures has just announced the Props Repel Case for your iPad (it will play nice with the second generation iPad all the way to the latest model of Apple’s top selling tablet). Let’s face the new reality, carrying around a full fledged notebook is not going the trendiest way to do your work whenever you are outside, especially when such notebooks are heavy, and an Ultrabook, well, it ain’t that chic, either. What you want is something that is a snap to hold, and it can be tucked away easily,not to mention having the same kind of convenience in taking it out to use it in a jiffy. The iPad fits that category perfectly, and throw in a relatively long battery life, and you have quite the winner here. Thing is, what if you live a rough, outdoor lifestyle that might put your iPad at risk of drowning? This is where the Props Repel Case comes in handy.

The Props Repel Case should be a compulsory item to carry around in your beach bag or travel suitcase, as I am quite sure that frequent travelers among our dear readers out there can regale us with tales of their iPads having a close shave with ending up in a watery grave. After all, since prevention is always the better option compared to cure, you should want to ensure that your iPad remains free from the risk of sleeping with the fishes anytime soon.

The Props Repel Case has passed through a bunch of rigorous tests that have proven that water is unable to find a way through this particular accessory, unless of course, you happen to have a power drill somewhere that intends to see some action. Being IPX8 certified, that would mean it is capable of remaining submerged in depths of up to 33 feet in layman’s terms without your iPad ending up as a wet paperweight. The Props Repel Case will arrive in only one color – black, for $49.95 a pop.

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[ Props Repel Case ensures your iPad remains bone dry copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Do you subscribe to the notion that “music is the universal language”? I always thought that love was the answer as to what a universal language would constitute, but I suppose that music would rank somewhere in the top five list. Having said that, if you happen to be one of those folks who absolutely cannot live without music all the time, then surely you would be in possession of the early Walkman, Discman, iPod, and smartphone, as all of these devices do deliver audio playback in a portable manner. How about during those moments when you are trying to experience an “Eureka!” moment in the showers? This is where the $49.95 iPad Musical Shower Curtain comes in.

The iPad Musical Shower Curtain works as its name suggests, it is a shower curtain that boasts of built-in speakers as well as a waterproof pocket for you to place your iPad inside. This would be able to turn any ordinary shower into a real singing sensation event, and fret not for your iPad’s safety – the pocket that holds it will be able to zip closed from the outside, allowing it to remain safe and sound from moisture, while it sports an integral audio cable that hooks up to an iPad, iPhone, Android phone, or MP3 player, connected to a couple of speakers in the upper left and right corners of the curtain. It will be powered by a trio of AA batteries, so if you plan on using this for the long term, it would be best to get rechargeables.
[ iPad Musical Shower Curtain copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

So, you have decided to pick up a spanking new iPad mini for yourself, and want to take all the necessary precautions to ensure that it remains as scratch free as possible, at least until the next generation iPad mini arrives, so that you can sell off your current iPad mini at the highest price possible? That is definitely a thought, but I prefer to look at gadgets this way – it is always best to maximize its purpose, and if it involves using said device without any protective case or screen protector so that it will not sully the efforts made by the device’s designers, then so be it, never mind the fact that there is the very real possibility of me introducing the concept of scratches to my shiny new device. Well, the New Trent Airbender Mini sort of brings the best of both worlds, and it also ups the productivity ante for iPad mini owners, too.

Basically, the New Trent Airbender Mini has been touted to be the ideal portable case solution for those who want maximum protection for their iPad mini, regardless of where they are, whether they are at home, in the office or in the great outdoors. The outdoors? Yup, that is correct, this bad boy will come with a shock and splash resistant case, thanks to a rubberized exterior which will ensure that all openings are properly plugged, all the while offering full-body protection to the iPad mini without hindering usability.

Not only that, it comes with the convenience of a removable iPad mini case that has an integrated screen protector, ensuring that scratches and smudges will never get to your beloved iPad mini, all without sacrificing on touch screen sensitivity. Sporting an ultra low-profile, built-in keyboard, it will hook up to the iPad mini via Bluetooth, ensuring you can type out all those documents in a jiffy, with great ease and comfort. If you are interested, the New Trent Airbender Mini can be yours for $39.95 a pop.

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[ New Trent Airbender Mini now available copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

When you carry around a tablet, there are certain other accessories that you’d like to keep on-hand. A charging cable and wall adapter are great for when your battery is running low. A stylus can be nice, if you prefer not to smudge up your screen, or you need a little more precision. Finally, a set of earbuds will keep people from getting upset when you want to watch a movie. The big question is where you’re going to store these things. In a bag? Your pocket? Why not store them on your tablet?

The Smart Cargo is an interesting case for your iPad. That is to say, it’s a case that attaches to your Apple Smart Cover, not a case that protects the tablet itself. The small hard-shell case locks itself to the cover using a series of magnets, much the same way the cover is attached to your iPad. Once attached, you can flip open the little door and stash a number of things inside, and be confident that they won’t fall out. Check out the video below to see just how well it stays put.

What’s really interesting is that this add-on does more than simply stores accessories. It was designed to roll up in your Smart Cover, act as a hand grip, and be detached and used as a wrist rest when you’re typing. The accessory won’t break the bank, either. If you put down just $20, you’ll get one of your own when they start shipping this October.

Source: RedFerret
[ Smart Cargo adds storage space to your iPad copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]