Before and during CES 2014, I kept hearing the term "The Internet of Things", and thought it was pretty long for a buzzword. Like most buzzwords, people use them without even really knowing what they mean. As far as I can tell, and from what I have looked up, "The Internet of Things" refers to the trend in devices to be wirelessly connected together. So all those body … [Read more...] about Belkin brings “The Internet of Things” with WeMo
Generation CQ products rock iDevices!
More than a year ago, at CES 2013, I witnessed some very cool products made for iDevices. This was Generation CQ, and I finally got a chance to try them out. Three products, in fact. I will start with Zip Line, made for the iPad. It is a case/folio cover which allows for adjusting for any angle, and yeah, we have seen that before. I suppose the only thing that makes … [Read more...] about Generation CQ products rock iDevices!
Prong makes a case we all can use
You see that headline, that is something you can quote me on, Prong. Prong has created a case and a charger that everyone can use. Just to let you know, it is not another mobile battery. A company known has Prong has created a charger and case for the iPhone 4, 5, and Galaxy S III. The Pocketplug solves a lot of problems as most of us prefer to plug our phone into the … [Read more...] about Prong makes a case we all can use
Hands on with the Jabra Solemate Mini
Some of you might remember the Jabra Solemate, and I was fortunate to try out the Solemate Mini. Personally, I can barely tell the difference between the two. Yeah, I am pretty certain that the regular Solemate plays louder, because bigger is better, right? I don't really have the specs of this, but the Mini has some strong speakers that can give 8 hours of playing time … [Read more...] about Hands on with the Jabra Solemate Mini
H2O Pal connects your smartphone with your water-bottle
While I was in Vegas, I was able to find an entire after-event that was devoted to nothing but Bluetooth. I have mentioned before that everyone and their dog seemed to have a body monitor of some type, but the H2O Pal, which I discovered on the aforementioned Bluetooth after-event, links a water bottle with a smartphone. Yeah, I honestly do not know if this has ever been … [Read more...] about H2O Pal connects your smartphone with your water-bottle
ClearView Audio produces a transparent speaker with Clio
One thing that I have to say about speakers is that they all look alike. You know, with the woofers and the tweeters and the usual mesh in front. The ClearView audio Clio speaker really brings a new aesthetic. As you can see, the Clio is an invisible wireless 2.1 speaker that uses an ultra thin curved transducer made from clear acrylic glass. It can be made for … [Read more...] about ClearView Audio produces a transparent speaker with Clio
Innergie helps homes with the LifeHub and PocketCell
Innergie has been doing a lot for consumers to give them more power. They have two new products that they have recently unveiled including the LifeHub and the PocketCell. I'll start with the LifeHub. This product is pretty aptly named as it is designed to give power to three devices from one plug-in. You know how one person charging can completely crowd an outlet? … [Read more...] about Innergie helps homes with the LifeHub and PocketCell
EyeFly 3D from Nanoveu
I am not certain why I spent today reporting on two 3D products when I just said two posts ago that 3D is practically so yesterday. The Commander 3D is a tablet, but Nanoveu has put out an EyeFly 3D, and it is simple cover made for a mobile device to bring it into 3D. I saw this at CES 2014, and I have to admit that it was very convincing. Just to let you know, it will … [Read more...] about EyeFly 3D from Nanoveu
Tosy DiscoRobo
Some of you might remember last year when I talked about the dancing robots at CES 2013 with Tosy. Man, was I impressed. I dropped by the Tosy booth to discover that the company abandoned the dancing robot, but they do have this, the DiscoRobo. The Tosy Disco Robo uses beat detection technology for music and dance. It has 8 facial expressions for dancing with beatbox, … [Read more...] about Tosy DiscoRobo
Commander 3D from flightdeck is glasses-free 3D
I am hoping that all you football fans will appreciate this football player, now that the Superbowl players are official. Yes, that was my attempt at being contemporary, as I would like to talk about CES 2014. Yes, I know that was two weeks ago, but I'll probably talking about it all year. Chances are, a lot of these products were introduced at the convention, and I'll … [Read more...] about Commander 3D from flightdeck is glasses-free 3D
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Warm Bodies
I believe that this is the first time that I have reviewed any film with a vampire, werewolf, or zombie in it. Considering that Twilight movie series recently came to an end, there has been a real surge of this trifecta of undead literature. The zombie film is sort of a genre in and of itself. Whether you are a fan of George Romero's Night of the Living Dead or the comic … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Warm Bodies
Gavio makes Metallon Zinc based on the Man of Steel
If you ever go to CES, you will find a lot of booths from other countries besides the United States. There is often a lot of cool stuff there, and I often don't visit them because I often know if I can even report on them. This time, I had the chance to see Gavio, a company that I believe is from Singapore. The company produced an earbud known as the Metallon Zinc, and … [Read more...] about Gavio makes Metallon Zinc based on the Man of Steel
Bluetooth In-Car FM Transmitter from Azeca
I've always like reviewing Azeca products, and there really needs to be more of a spotlight of them. This particular one is the Bluetooth In-Car FM Transmitter, and it is really was useful to me last week. Basically, it is device that you plug into that cigarette lighter port or whatever the proper name for that thing is. Then you pair this device to your Bluetooth … [Read more...] about Bluetooth In-Car FM Transmitter from Azeca
Audio-Technica ATH-CKX5iS SonicFuel In-ear Headphones
I have to admit that I am pretty biased when it comes to Audio-Technica products. After all, I really liked the SonicSport earbuds, and I have no had a chance to try out the Sonic Fuel headphones. Now, the SonicFuel headphones are definitely designed for those who are active, as they have some earbuds that have a unique shape. They are designed to stay in the ear, thanks … [Read more...] about Audio-Technica ATH-CKX5iS SonicFuel In-ear Headphones
Anker 6000mAh Portable External Battery
Okay, I honestly will tell you that this is the last mobile battery that I will review this week. This time, it is the Anker 6000mAH Portable External Battery. So, what can I say about this one, besides the mAh? Let me say that this is one of the first mobile batteries that I have reviewed that does not have the four lights on it. I swear, that has to be some standard, … [Read more...] about Anker 6000mAh Portable External Battery