I have seen a lot of cell-phone batteries before, but this particular one by Voltmaker recharges with something that is very easy to access: kinetic energy. The Voltmaker is very simple to use as you simply take it out and spin it like a nunchaku. It weighs about 10 ounces, and has a length of 6 inches, so it looks like it can fit in your back pocket. So even though … [Read more...] about Voltmaker allows you to charge your phone by spinning
The TYLT Tunz Portable Bluetooth Speaker
I have reviewed TYLT products in the past, and I described them as the accessories that you are looking for. This Tunz is another accessory that we should put under the category of "the Bluetooth Speaker that you are looking for". The Tunz comes with two 3-watt drivers as well as a passive radiator for superior base quality. When I tried it out, I was able to feel a … [Read more...] about The TYLT Tunz Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Amzer ShatterProof Screen Protector
I am, of course, no stranger to screen-protectors, so I won't bother trying to explain what they are. This particular one is from Amzer, who has made mobile device cases before. The Shatterproof is a screen protector that is a 0.2 mm thin urethane film, and it has been certified by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). This means that it is stress … [Read more...] about Amzer ShatterProof Screen Protector
The iLuv Mobicup Splash-resistant Bluetooth Speaker
For some reason, I seem to be doing a lot of products that take advantage of the cupholder, like the Hercules Holder. It looks like iLuv is getting in on this cupholder fad with the MobiCup. The Mobicup is a splash-proof Bluetooth speaker that is capable of broadcasting great sound, and it also has a built-in microphone for taking phone calls. What makes the Mobicup … [Read more...] about The iLuv Mobicup Splash-resistant Bluetooth Speaker
Looking for some smartphone maintenance? Think Displex.
I don't know if you have heard of Displex, but they are a European company that has created a lot of maintenance products for smartphone. I saw them at CTIA last week, and I was able to personally check out the Individual Display Protection. The Over Armor Individual Display Protection is laser-cut and it has 4 layers of scratch protection for iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5, and … [Read more...] about Looking for some smartphone maintenance? Think Displex.
A review of three caes from Case-Mate
I had a pretty good show at CTIA 2013, and just got home yesterday to see an abundance of Case-Mate products waiting for me to review. I'll start with the Rosewood model for the iPhone 5. This Rosewood is apparently inspired by vintage automotive interiors. I'm not certain if the wood contrasts or compliments the aluminum, but either way, it works so well as an aesthetic … [Read more...] about A review of three caes from Case-Mate
Speakerfy puts your sound on many other devices
I often don't review apps, but when I do, they have to be unique. Oh man, that sounded like a Dos Equis ad there. But hey, let's be serious. While I was at CTIA, I took a walk down the application zone, or whatever they called it. There, I saw a very awesome app known as Speakerfy, and it is designed for "social sound". Now, what does that mean? Imagine if you … [Read more...] about Speakerfy puts your sound on many other devices
Review of the Kraken A.M.S. Case for the Samsung Galaxy S III
I'm going to be reviewing a lot of cases here in the next few weeks, and I was very glad to finally review one from Trident. Trident does make some of the best cases besides company that rhymes with "Slaughter-fox". I have tested out the Kraken A.M.S. for the Samsung Galaxy S III. Let me say that it may not be able to withstand underwater, but I do know that it can stand … [Read more...] about Review of the Kraken A.M.S. Case for the Samsung Galaxy S III
Wacom Bamboo Stylus
What you are looking at here is the Wacom Bamboo Stylus, and it is meant to be a stylus for a Wacom tablet. If you don't know what a Wacom tablet is, then you should probably read some old entries of my blog, like this. Oh, you can also use a Bamboo Stylus on anything with a touchscreen, which really helps on tablets and smartphones. I have used Styluses before, and the … [Read more...] about Wacom Bamboo Stylus
Sound Pockets is an iPhone 5 Freedom Case for headphones
I always like seeing products that are simple, but solve a big problem. In the case of the Sound Pockets Freedom Case, it is the problem of earbuds with a mobile device. I'm sure we all know the problem of earbuds getting tangled, and it would be nice to have an iPhone case that could hold earbuds all wrapped up. It has a special door that opens up to reveal this hidden … [Read more...] about Sound Pockets is an iPhone 5 Freedom Case for headphones
Mobigrip makes certain you don’t drop your phone
Some of you might remember when we reported on the Flygrip, which is a device that adheres to the back of the phone so you can hold it easily in between two fingers. The Mobigrip is like that, but the user only uses one finger. As you can see in the picture, the user loops his or her finger around Mobigrip, and the disk part on the Mobigrip adheres to the phone. That is … [Read more...] about Mobigrip makes certain you don’t drop your phone
Mobio Pivot and Go
I'm always glad to try out something new, and so I was pleased to try out two from Mobio, the Go and the Pivot. Both are designed to mount a mobile device, with the power of magnets. I'll start with the Mobio Go, which is one of the best ways to attach a phone to your dash. Considering that a lot of people use their phone's GPS while behind the wheel, you might as well … [Read more...] about Mobio Pivot and Go
Want Hello Kitty products? Spectra International has your iPhone covered.
While I was at CTIA, I met up with a company known as Spectra International. I never really heard of this company, but I was able to find a lot of products that they do. For example, they have a whole branch of products devoted just to Hello Kitty. I had a chance to try out a case for the iPhone 4/4S. Yeah, that is the older version, but hey, call me old fashioned. In … [Read more...] about Want Hello Kitty products? Spectra International has your iPhone covered.
Speculative Fiction Friday: Idiocracy
Idiocracy is one of those films that uses a lot of conventions seen in most speculative fiction films, but I wouldn't necessarily give it a label of speculative fiction. Granted, it has special effects, takes place in the future, but it is a successful satire of where we could be headed. I must say that I disagree with the basic premise of Idiocracy. At the beginning, … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Idiocracy
Ashton Kutcher and other lessons from CTIA 2013
As you read this, I am on my way back from Las Vegas after CTIA 2013. As you might have guessed, I am pretty bushed, and so Speculative Fiction Friday will be on later than usual. I had a chance to see Ashton Kutcher's keynote, which was a dialogue with Julia Boorstin from CNBC. It was weird to see an actor known for playing unintelligent roles like one of the dudes from … [Read more...] about Ashton Kutcher and other lessons from CTIA 2013