Category Archives: Gadgets

OLED Name Tags

January 24, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCES, oledTodd Cochrane

Looking for a cool way to advertise yourself or your business then a video name tag maybe the perfect thing for you. Using OLED technology name tags are extremely thin only 2mm thick and have a 2.8 inch scratch resistant screen. There is a 180 degree viewing angle and the resolution is 320x 240. They can last from 6-10 hours in continuous play. The device will holder up to 2GB of video. The video is a proprietary format, but it will convert Wave, MPEG, AVI, and Flash video. You can either play a single video or a playlist in a continuous loop, there is a pause and replay button. To switch videos or playlist you simply switch to a new folder. These tags can be found at Video-Name-Tag. The package cost $198 and includes the video name tag, a lanyard, a USB cable/wall charger, a magnetic fastener, a carrying pouch, the conversion software, the instructions, and a reset pin. Video-Name-Tag is backed by The Recon Group and is part of their PowerView products. The Recon Group has been in business for 15 years and is a leader in point of purchase and retail marketing. These tags were a hit at CES 2011 and for a good reason with these tags you can advertise your business or yourself in a new and exciting way for not much cost.

Interview by Todd Cochrane of Geek News Central

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Epocit Dual Sided Apple Accessory Magnetic Case Holder!

January 23, 2011CES 2011, Gadgetsaccesories, apple, CES, epocitTodd Cochrane

One of the biggest problem about carrying the iPod or Nano around, especially if you are a runner or walker is that they are too easy to drop. Which can lead to broken screens and other damage. One solution is being offer by Epocit which is offering a dual magnetic case for the 4th generation iPod and fifth generation Nano.

They expect to have a case for the iPhone sometime in 2011. You slide your iPod or Nano into the one sleeve and then stick the other piece inside your cloths where you want to carry it. Place the iPod or Nano with sleeve on top and it will stay. Since it weighs only 4 oz you hardly notice it. You can run, walk, dance, do what ever you want and it will not come off. Need to change something on the device, just pull it off along with the top sleeve, make the change and slap it back on and you are all set.

If you turn your device around so the front glass is facing the sleeve, this will protect the glass on the device if you happen to drop it when you are switching location.

So if you are a bit of a klutz or are rough on your iPod or Nano the Epocit maybe exactly the case you are looking for. Epocit says they are still working to get distributors for the case but expect it to be available for around $29.00 at multiple stores, and will come along with an optional arm band.

Interview by Todd Cochrane of Geek News Central.

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Press It and Forget It – The iTatch Solution

January 23, 2011CES 2011, Gadgetsce 2011, CES, iTatch, suction cupAndy McCaskey

Scared that that expensive iDevice might take the plunge from your apartment patio to the street six stories below ? Press it and forget it – the largest suction cup on the market attached to a lanyard that you wear around your neck.

No joke – you’ll see in the demo that it stands up to some strong abuse. Price class $30 for iPad, $16 for iPhone

Stick one on your ereader so it won’t fall off your lap when you fall asleep. Put another on your smart phone so you never drop it again.

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Thin Is In: Aigo Ultra Portable Thin Mouse

January 23, 2011CES 2011, Gadgetsaigo, CES, CES 2011, storage mouseAndy McCaskey

One centimeter in height, the Storage Mouse from Aigo includes a micro SD card in a very smart package. Laser pointer included, with Bluetooth connection. Price point $30. Soon to be launched, a two finger mouse that includes a numeric keypad that’s ideal for the use of Skype-out, permitting dialing just like a mobile phone.

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Griffin Stompbox and the “slap”

January 22, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCES, CES 2011, griffin, guitar, ipod nano, music, slap, stompbox, watchEsby Larsen

The Griffin Stompbox is a must for guitar players, whether you are a professional or amateur.

I wish I could play the guitar and use the cool features in this device. I had to look on in awe as I watched the people coming and going playing with the stompbox at CES.

The stompbox allows you to use your iPad to change guitar effects. Griffin uses the iPad app “iShred Live” with its stompbox. This device is available soon for $99.99.

I also got to see the “Slap” for the first time. Its an wrist band, which makes a wrist-watch of your iPod nano. The “slap” is available now on Griffin’s website.

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Ski goggles with built-in GPS and LCD

January 22, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCES, CES 2011, goggles, gps, interactive, lcd, media, recon instruments, ski, skiing, sports, statisticsEsby Larsen

Ski goggles with built-in GPS that tracks all your stats in real-time?

Too good to be true right?

No, they’re here now! These goggles have an LCD in the corner that shows your speed, altitude, length of run, top speed, and lots more.

It’s small enough to not distract you but big enough to show you exactly what you need. In the future they are planning on integrating real-time information about where your friends are on the slope too. A must-have for avid skiers.

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Finis Bone Conduction MP3 player

January 22, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCES, CES 2011, finis, listen, mp3, music, player, sports, swimming, swimp3.1gEsby Larsen

SwiMP3.1G is the name of this innovative product for the swimmer who don’t want to risk damaging their earbuds.

It is super-easy to attach this device to the strap of your swim goggles. It sounds much better than you expect. If I ever get started swimming as my doctor tells me to, I’m getting one of these.

Bone conduction sounds funky and some people might be shaking their heads but I think we are only seeing the beginning of this technology. I think Navy Seals would enjoy this one!

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iGrill: Monitor Meat Temperature through iPad

January 22, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCES, CES 2011, idevices, igrill, thermometerJeffrey Powers

Jonathan Conelias from iDevices joined the CES Live show. He showed off a new product – the iGrill. It’s a thermometer you can observe through your mobile device.

The iGrill Application is only available for iPad / iPhone, but an Android version is in the works. You insert the thermometer sensor into the meat, then connect to the iGrill. Connect via the mobile device and you can tell how done your Turkey, Roast or other meat is.

The iGrill application also comes with some great recipes, so if you don’t know how to cook that bird, or want a good side dish, you can just look it up.

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Iomega SuperHero Backup

January 22, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCESTodd Cochrane

As smartphones get more powerful with more storage, the possibility of losing something important when your phone is misplaced or stolen, gets ever greater. And it’s not really business documents that are important, it’s your photos that are really irreplaceable.

Iomega‘s new SuperHero Backup and Charger for iPhone and iPod Touch can help with this problem. It’s a charging cradle that also backups up contacts and photos to the included 4GB SD card (which can be upgraded by the user, if needed). An Iomega backup and restore application is available from the iTunes store. It’s especially useful for those people who never sync their iPhone to their Mac.

Available from the end of January for $69.

Interview by Todd Cochrane our Geek News Central

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Blue Microphones Announces Yeti Pro & Mikey For Flip HD

January 21, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCESTodd Cochrane

John Maier from Blue Microphones (www.bluemic.com) introduces the Yeti Pro USB 24-bit 92k microphone, which retails for $249. Maier also introduces a Mikey model that works with current Flip camera models that are equipped with a Flip Port. The new Mikey Flip product should be available by Spring 2011 and will retail for $69 dollars. The Mikey flip brings some needed audio improvement to the flip video camera and I really look forward to it’s availability.