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Powerful Goal Zero Switch 8 Solar Charger

If you’re an eager beaver of traveling, The Goal Zero Switch 8 kit is a great charging solution. It’s an easy-to-carry pack with two panels and zipped mesh beg for battery packaging and USB converter sit. Why The Goal Zero Switch 8? Well, this thing is small, light and easy to use. Its folding design allows you to prop it up like a book, if you have nothing to hang it. The most important component of the system is the Switch 8 recharger, a cylindrical multifunction thing that stores enough power to charge an iPhone 5 to 90 percent. It’s made of lightweight aluminum.

GOAL ZERO has said that it’s planing to release two tips in the coming months, one being an LED flashlight, and another that cleans water using ultraviolet light. When those products releases, the Switch 8 will be more multifeature than most comparable products on the market. Its concept is really easy. Power is sent to a tiny converter, which have the size like DSLR battery and the double zippers allow you to charge even big devices. With USB port it’s possible to plug the battery pack in and loop the cable. Some blue LEDs will inform you about charging status and how much the battery remains. There’s also a key unsunned feature. The end caps allows you to add different modules.

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GOAL ZERO did a great job developing such a compact unit but with maximum functionality!

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Cassette Tape live on with the case for iPhone 5

For those who remember their first albums, which were recorded on cassettes and are ready to greet these things in a new variation, then this news will cheer you. You can help it live on with this cool cassette case for iPhone 5 from Rocket Cases. Priced at just $14.99. This accessory will delight all fans of the original items, and especially music lovers.

Made from a sturdy TPU plastic the cover in the form of audio cassettes ideally adapts to the body of the iPhone 5, and protects it from micro scratches and drops. It also provides your device with all-over protection from the ingress of dust and dirt on the back of the unit, and a slightly protruding silicone edging prevents the screen from scratches on it.

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Due to the unique design and dense, but at the same time light and flexible material, the case has the same shape and curves of the iPhone 5 and practically does not increase its volume and weight. Thus, the control buttons, connectors, earpiece, and other communications are available. The cable you get with your iPhone fits just fine, but if you use a micro USB to Lightning adapter, you’ll need to pull the cassette case off at the bottom. Its shiny finish also makes it easy to pull out of your pocket when taking a call.

The biggest downside to the cassette case, however, is that Rocket Cases isn’t the only company that sells them. The cassette case may feel cheap, but it is built to last. This case could be great for your clumsy kids who need protection for their iPhone 5.

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Welcome, the JBL Charge: new Bluetooth speaker

Today, let me introduce a new speaker: the venerable Jawbone Jambox-the JBL Charge with a much bigger sound and a larger size than the Jambox. It’s a colorful pill of a speaker that looks almost like, as an accessory, it leaped out of a new iPod touch commercial. The JBL Charge has a fun and fantastic design, that will attract much attention of visitors of your room filled with design.

The sound is absolutely phenomenal. The JBL Charge has the louder, richer sound of the Big Jambox, although it’s slightly larger than the original Jambox. It has the bass richer and better, unlike most Bluetooth speakers. The JBL Charge at the maximum volume is loud enough to comfortably hear across the apartment, with clear and crisp sound.

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The JBL Charge is equipped with the 6,000mAh battery inside, which can not only be used to power the speaker or up to 12 hours, or you can plug a cable into the Charge’s USB port and drain electricity into your smartphone. Such a feature makes the Bluetooth speaker more useful, especially for those who travel a lot. The JBL Charge costs $149, which isn’t too much for the thing that sounds so good. Unfortunately, there is no aptX support, which makes music streamed over Bluetooth sound better.IMG_0932

Generally, there are a lot of Bluetooth speakers out there, but the JBL Charge is like getting the best of these with its playful and colorful design and an external battery.

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Smarter Stand is really smart

The Smarter Stand for iPad is a perfect solution for iPhone users. The Smarter Stand for iPhone incorporates a stand and a headphone wrapper in one small package.

This new Smarter Stand has a very unique design. It serves as a headphone wrapper by itself, but it also can be used as a stand for your iPhone to keep your headphones wrapped up. You just plug the headphones in, and the jack forms a pivot around which to Smarter Stand spins. It is shaped so that its edge butts up against the iPhone and it acts as a kickstand. It can even be left in place on the iPhone when not in use as its secondary position is flush with the iPhone’s bottom edge. You can even use it with non-Apple devices, as it is flexible enough to accommodate an amount of sizes.

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It’s a small design facet, but it’s incredibly genius and really handy. There are two forks which make it really easy to wind up your headphones. Be careful not to wind your headphones up too tightly or too loosely, as it can cause some unwanted damages.

The Smarter Stand is very light. It’s just 4 grams, which is like a sixth of an ounce. It’s also made of flexible but stiff thermoplastic polyurethane, which protects anything from scratching with its edges.

Well, if you want something well-designed and cheap for wrapping headphones, the Smarter Stand is probably  what you need. The Smarter Stand is available for the iPhone 5 and the iPhone 4/4S, as well as all generations of the iPod Touch. You can get one for as low $9. While it looks simple and cheap, it does indeed work great as a cord-wrap, and also as a stand.

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Meet iHome Bluetooth Speakers!

iHome company announced four new Bluetooth-speakers: iBT16, iBT24. iBT4 and iBT44. All devices use Bluetooth technology to receive music wirelessly streamed from a mobile device.

All four models, in spite of the bright colors, are presented in “retro” style and are equipped with a rubberized coating. The last two models also include a built-FM-radio.

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iBT16 presented in the form of a cube, and iBT24 supports stereo sound and SRS TruBass technology for high-quality transmission of low frequencies. iBT16 will be available in gray, blue, pink, green and purple hull, iBT24 will be available in black and green varieties. Recent price – $ 39.99 and $ 69.99 respectively.

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iBT4 gets Reson 8 Speaker, supporting SRS TruBass, FM-radio and a lithium-ion battery, it has enough capacity for 7 hours of music playback. The flagship model is equipped with iBT44 4 speakers, USB-port for charging mobile devices and is compatible with iHome + Radio app for access to Internet radio. iBT4 ($ 99.99) will be available in gray, purple and green colors, iBT44 ($ 199.99) in gray and purple versions.

 

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The Krome CargoCase for iPhone lightens your pocket

Living in our fast-paced society, it’s necessary to simplify everything you can. So, when we are looking for a case for our device, we want something of pint size. That’s why Krome has developed the perfect case to consolidate your daily belongings. Now, its owners have no to carry too much in their pockets. The Krome CargoCase has a polycarbonate shell with an aircraft aluminum hinge to protect your iPhone. Besides, it allows to keep all valuables in a safe location. The new case adds to the iPhone only 1/8th” of width, thus staying almost unnoticeable for its user. He feels like carrying just his iPhone. The  Krome CargoCase let you keep  various tools, slim USB drives, business cards, or many other daily things. The Krome is also available for the iPhone 4 or 4S.

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Here are some of the key features of the Krome CargoCase:

  • Wallet: Lay up in store up to 12 business cards, 5 ID or credit cards, up to 10 bills, card sized USB drives. Keep your iPhone and your wallet in one convenient space
  • Mirror: Krome cases offers a clear mirror so it can help its owner prepare for meetings, interviews or nights. So leave your compact at home and travel light.
  • Swiss Army Phone: Have pocket-sized travel accessories, micro tools, USB drives and be ready even if you are in the office, abroad or just out-of-town. The Krome CargoCase  has a perfect design convinient to carry all necessary items you need.

The Krome  CargoCase is a nice decision for those who hate full pockets and constantly dropping out them items.

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DRACOcase: unique accessories for your iPhone 5

After purchasing the iPhone, many owners buy different kinds of cases. Someone wants them to protect the phone from scratches, others’re  just tired of the look of the iPhone or are not satisfied the fact their iPhone is not unique. Anyway, many come to the conclusion that they can not do without covers.
DRACOcase is a Korean company manufacturing cases. I can’t but note that each case has its own unique DRACOcase serial number on the hologram label, which links to the official website where you can always check the authenticity of the purchased accessory. DRACO offers some series of bumpers  (Standart, Elegance and Limited)
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Standart

Standart one is made of aluminum, so the weight of the iPhone with the bumper DRACO Standart is only 20 grams! Of course, the case has all the holes and provides with access to all buttons. The bumper is attached to the iPhone with two screws.

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Limited

As a previous model, the bumper Limited affects its weight – only 20 grams. Limited offers only two colors – silver and gold.
The manufacturer uses electrostatic powder paint that provides reliable coverage of the metal.
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Elegance

Elegance with its lines remind me racing cars Ferrari. Their design is different from the series Standart. The bumper is made of two parts and use four screws to mount.

If the protection afforded by the bumpers is not enough, DRACO offers a very attractive range of cover plates for the back of your iPhone, made of Italian leather.

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DOCKr Is The Best Converter !

Over the last couple of years I’m sure We’ve seen a lot of idevices’ accessories : Speaker cases, bring-your-own-keyboard cases, and even iPad battery cases. But here’s a new one: DOCKr, an accessory that brings all these advantages together in one Skittle-colored package.

DOCKr adds a whopping six upgrades to the iPad: a clamshell case with a custom-designed enclosure speakers and an extra battery that adds about seven hours of use. The accessory provides flexible viewing angle, the keyboard slot itself and the ability to customize the look of your iPad through different color selections as the other three — kind of iffy. Additionally, the case has USB and micro-USB port to charge your peripherals using the DOCKr’s battery. It’s also Bluetooth-enabled — though what this might be used for isn’t quite clear.
Though the DOCKr hasn’t even been introduced yet, it will cost $50. The release date is set for April 2, at which point more details will emerge and the device’s Kickstarter page will go live.

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CubeSensors: can make sense

 

CubeSensors-sensitive little cubes that measure practically everything and report to your idevice about it. The cubes are internet-connected, so you can get their information anywhere, any time.

The CubeSensors can detect temperature, humidity, noise, light, air quality and barometric pressure – that is, they can tell you everything about a room except for how it smells and tastes.

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As for the companion app , it can give notifications triggered by any of the above conditions, or you can just check in to keep an eye on the ambience of a room over time.
Two cubes will cost you $250 (four cubes will be $350), which is pricy for the home expert, but nothing compared to fitting the place out with environmental sensors.

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You can pre-order the cubes now with a mere $10 deposit.

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Breathometer accessory for the iPhone

Breathometer, Inc. today kicked off the crowdfunding campaign for the Breathometer, an accessory that plugs into Apple’s iPhone and lets users know if they or someone else has had one too many to drink.
The Breathometer, which is the size of a typical car key, plugs into the headphone jack of a smartphone and, in combination with a mobile app, measures a user’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) when they breath into it. The device fits into a user’s pocket or attaches to a keychain, making it easily portable for regular use.

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The Breathometer app will also allow users to track their activity in order to ensure their BAC is going down. Also, it will track past results in order to allow for the proper amount of time before getting behind the wheel. The Breathometer will get additional features as time goes on, including the option to call a cab by pushing a button.
“Breathometer wasn’t created just to address the risks associated with drinking and driving, but to help people, their friends and family, all to make smart and safer choices when consuming alcohol,” said Charles Michael Yim, Breathometer’s founder and CEO. “Real time BAC measurement is the first step.”
In addition to an iPhone application available on Apple’s App Store, Breathometer will also be compatible with Android devices via corresponding Google Play software. The accessory is expected by the company to be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and it is patent pending.
Breathometer, Inc., has launched an Indiegogo campaign for the device, with 32 days left in its funding. Supporters donating $20 or above will get a Breathometer unit at the latest by January 2014, with delivery time improving as the donation scales up. The device is scheduled to begin shipping in the summer of 2013.