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So you live in a house where just about every head under the roof own at least one Apple device, be it a smartphone or a tablet. Assuming most of the folks there settle for an iPad for their portable computing needs, then you would know that charging these iPads individually can sometimes be a hassle. Since you are all one big happy family, how about having a communal charging point instead? Splash a little bit of money with this $899.95 Ten iPad Charging Bay.

Yes sir, I am quite sure that you read that right – we are talking about an iPad charging bay that is capable of charging not one, not two, not three, heck – not even five, but a whopping ten iPads simultaneously. This is the mother of all home based iPad charging stations, and needless to say, it also picked up the gong for the iF Product Design Award. The Ten iPad Charging Bay is a compact cabinet that simplifies the maintenance of multiple tablets for businesses and schools. Inside the cabinet lies slots for ten iPads regardless of their generation, and USB ports located right below each slot will connect to the tablets using their charging cables. Whenever you connect a MacBook via the included USB cable, you can synchronize up to 10 iPads simultaneously too, making sure that all of them will have the same version of a program or files.
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Do you think that students today are a whole lot more pampered compared to the students of yesteryears? Perhaps, but each generation always has their fair share of challenges and issues to contend with and work through. For instance, students of yore had to settle for heavy textbooks that could break one’s back if you were not careful, not to mention having to lug all of these along with their paper notebooks (mention notebooks these days and chances are folks will think that you are talking about a MacBook) to their respective classes. Well, schools these days have taken steps to jump aboard the paperless revolution – at least according to what their budget allows, that is, and some higher education institutes have started to purchase tablets like the Apple iPad for use in the classroom. These iPads certainly come in handy, where it takes testing, studying and note taking to a totally new level. The thing is, there are always two sides to a coin – where wireless keyboards for the iPad in a classroom would require teachers to simultaneously pair multiple iPads with multiple wireless Bluetooth keyboards. Good to know then that Swiss peripherals manufacturer have got your back with the Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad.

The Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad was specially designed to handle hassle-free plug-and-play connectivity, where it boasts of an integrated Lightning Connector or 30-pin Connector, allowing you as the student to just plug in the iPad and start to type right away. Sure, it might not have the kind of freedom as that of a wireless connection, but there is something reassuring about wired connectivity that ensures every single keystroke is registered without any exception.

The Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad comes with full-size keys and has a spill-resistant design, ensuring it is able to live a long life, while boasting of a key lifespan of more than five million strokes. Expect the Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad to arrive in the US later this summer.

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[ Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

iWALK, a company that many of you should be familiar with if you are into smartphone and Apple accessories, has just showcased their range of the latest lineup of consumer solutions during CTIA 2013, where among them would also include the industry’s largest selection backup batteries that boasts of Apple’s lightning connector. Specially designed to meet the growing consumer demand for portable power, iWALK’s entire range of portable backup batteries will come with an ultra-portable design and have been equipped with an LED power indicator, where there is also an overcharge protection for better safety. You can also check out the other solutions that are on display at CTIA, where we will talk about them right after the jump.

First of all, there is the Link 1000i5, which is part of the Link series, being the thinnest and smallest rechargeable docking backup battery for iPhone 5 with 1000mAh of extra power. It will also come with pass-through charging which enables the backup battery and iPhone 5 to charge simultaneously.

As for the Extreme 10000 Duo, this is a super stylish universal backup battery that is capable of charging a couple of USB devices at the same time. Some of its features include 10000mAh of extra power, 2.1 rapid charging capabilities for iPad or tablets, an integrated LED flashlight and an LED power level indicator.

The Chameleon Racer for iPhone 5 is a high capacity power case for iPhone 5 with 2000mAh of added juice, and you will also find in it pass-through charging, an on/off switch to prevent constant iPhone 5 charging and a quartet of colorful interchangeable face plates.

As for the Dolphin Wall, this is a dual USB travel charger with Power Switch that paves the way for simultaneous charging of two USB devices, where one of them can be the iPad, which is not too common even in this day and age. There is also a LED power light indicator and an on/off switch button.

Any of them are right up your alley?

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[ iWALK delivers more accessories at CTIA 2013 copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Almost everything we have these days has a touch screen! My iPhone, tablets, Pods and Pads, they all rely on my fingertips to do the walking. Unfortunately, I also have cold dry little fingers that don’t always seem to work so well with these screens (am I the only one thats had to dampen my fingers and then heat them on my pant leg to get things “swiped”?) Please just say no…  anyway, I also don’t always rock that much accuracy, so I guess that makes me a good candidate for a stylus, but I’d probably lose it, so I have simply been suffering in silence.

Well, I just found an answer to this harrowing dilemma, the iRing Stylus, made of aluminum and rubber, this fashion friendly stylus can be worn on your finger, or a cord around your neck, so you’ll always have it handy. Both elegant and stylish, the iRing is certain to go with whatever you’re wearing and save you from embarrassing capacitive touch screen accidents. So scroll and swipe to your hearts content, and look cool doing it.

There are plenty of apps that actually require a stylus these days, not to mention those “poor connection” days where a stylus is just a nice addition to your electronic arsenal. So if you feel the need to doodle away the days, the iRing Stylus may be for you, or of course the geek gal of your dreams. Get one at amazon.com for only around 13 bucks.

[ iRing Stylus – Say I Do! copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

I’m not one to enjoy talking about potty habits. Personally, I don’t actually go to the bathroom (although I challenge anyone to prove otherwise) My husband and daughter on the other hand, are true professionals. They have preferred toilet paper, favorite air fresheners and each one has a stack of magazines a mile high. Each of them can tie up a bathroom for 20-30 minutes easily.

Well this next gadget isn’t going to help matters any. Check out the iCarta2 Bluetooth Stereo Toilet Paper Holder, this nifty little gadget allows you to listen to your favorite tunes while taking a sh… um, shower! Thats it! while taking a shower, or any other restroom activities that a little musical entertainment might add some enjoyment to. The iCarta will wirelessly stream your music from up to 10 feet away (leaving your device far from the steaming sh… oh yeah, we’re going with shower) Play music and podcasts from your iPhone, iPod or even your Android Smartphone.

Also a formidable toilet tissue holder, the iCarta is easily installed and goes with almost any bathroom decor. The unit has two 4 watt speakers, powered by four AA batteries and works with mobile devices that run Bluetooth 2.0 or higher, including iPod and  iPhone (3.0 and higher), or iPad and Android Devices.

The iCarta also has an LED indicator for both power and pairing status as well as volume controls. So if you find yourself a little light on entertainment options for your bathroom, the iCarta2 will provide you with about 20 hours of playtime with fresh batteries. That should be plenty of time, don’t you think? Get one at amazon.com for under 60 bucks.

[ iCarta 2-Bluetooth Toilet Paper Holder copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]