It is about time we have another giveaway for this year, so I figure that we are overdue. This time, we are giving away a PlayPad. If you aren't familiar with the PlayPad, it is a wireless gaming controller made for Android devices. You can read the review that I wrote on it here. Here is how you enter. Just leave a comment, but here’s the catch. On your comment, show a … [Read more...] about We’re giving away a Nyko PlayPad!

I have been seeing a lot of tech that turn a smartphone into a wallet, usually by making a pocket for the credit cards and money. I think the next logical step would be to create something to replace another pocket weight, the keys. This particular CalypsoKey, made by CalypsoCrystal, is an iPhone case that uses RFID chips that unlock a door within a few inches from the … [Read more...] about CalypsoKey opens a door lock with an iPhone

I saw the newKUBE at CES last month, and my first response was: does anyone listen to an MP3 player anymore? After all, most of us have a smartphone with a built-in MP3 player, so why would we want a device devoted to it? I would have to say that the primary reason for a stand-alone MP3 player is weight. The newKUBE is very small at a 22mm cube with a weight of 18 grams. … [Read more...] about newKUBE MP3 Player is a nostalgic mix of fun

While I was reviewing the cool headphones that I got from Spider the other day, I had a chance to try out this Multifunction Bluetooth Speaker. I have to admit that when I saw it on the box, I thought it was a mouse. The Bluetooth Speaker is the approximate size and shape of a mouse, but you have to admit that the controls look like that of an old MP3 player. This is not … [Read more...] about Multifunction Bluetooth Speaker from Spider

Some of you might remember when we reviewed the Cushi from idAmerica, which were essentially giant puffy stickers that give your mobile device protection. Apparently, people complained that the unique sticker protection was not enough, as idAmerica created a new and improved version. That, or the company wanted to improve on their models for the latest designs of smartphones. … [Read more...] about idAmerica Cushi Plus is new and improved

Yes, I have been reviewing a lot of Bluetooth Speakers, and I have to admit that the AWSBTSK from Acoustic Research is one of the largest. The Portable Wireless Speaker seems to be designed for tailgate parties. In fact, the AWSBTSK comes with a skin from Skinit that allows for personalization of a team logo. If you haven't heard of Skinit, they make some personalized … [Read more...] about The Portable Wireless Speaker (AWSBTSK) from Acoustic Research

I realize that this headline sounds like some sort of battle cry from some team that Spider-man would lead, but let me clarify. The PowerForce is a pair of headphones from a company known as Spider, and they are very good for those who appreciate good sound. The PowerForce has some super-soft protein-leather pads that "make one feel comfortable even after hours of … [Read more...] about Spider PowerForce, get the audiophiles!

I believe that it was the modern philosopher Francis Schaffer who believed that we are living in some Age of Non-Reason. If he was alive today, he probably would have cited the film Rubber as evidence of that. Rubber is a film by Quentin Dupieux, and it is about a tire that comes to life and starts to kill things with some odd psychic power that makes its victims explode. … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Rubber

This is the 808 Headphones from Acoustic Research, and they have a description that says: "Don’t just hear it. Feel it. Experience it. Live it. In every bone of your body. And every fiber of your soul. With balance and clarity. With uncompromising comfort and convenience. From the highest notes to the deepest grooves." I tried these out on some on vids that are high-quality … [Read more...] about The AR 808 Headphones from Acoustic Research

This is the third in the EnerPlex trilogy, and let's hope that it is not the Return of the Jedi of this particular three-parter. Not that "Jedi" wasn't horrible, but it did Ewok on us. Okay, today we are going to discuss the Kicker IV, another way that EnerPlex is harnessing the power of the sun. The Kickr IV is a flat panel that can fold up into a sqaure for … [Read more...] about EnerPlex Kickr IV

Now, if you like to jog in the morning, you probably don't want to take a smartphone in the pocket of jogging shorts. Therefore, I recommend using this Armpocket, and this model is the Xtreme i-30, which will fit the iPhone 5, Galaxy S III, or the EVO. It can even hold a smartphone with a case, not to mention keys, credit cards, and much more. Once again, another … [Read more...] about Armpocket puts your smartphone on your arm, and other things as well

While I was at CES, I ran into a company known as Tribe which makes a lot of USB Flash drives which look like cute characters. Granted, the company of Mimoco does the same thing, and I know that there are a lot of similarities here. Of course, I had to get the Hello Kitty one because my daughter, for some reason or another loves Hello Kitty. I think it is a rule that all … [Read more...] about Tribe has Hello Kitty Flash Drives, and other characters as well

I probably should have reported on this earlier, but RIM (Research in Motion) has had its BB10 event, and one big announcement is that they have officially rebranded themselves so they are BlackBerry. I'm certain that everyone calls them that anyway. In order to compete with the iOS and Android market, the company announced two new smartphones, the Q10 and the Z10. I'll … [Read more...] about RIM is now officially BlackBerry, announces the Q10 and Z10

While I was CES, I got to see a whole lot of mobile phone cases. I have just tried out a whole much from a company known as more. That is more, with a period, and their website is more-thing.com, because I think it would not be possible to have the domain name for more. I believe that the company is giving its customers more, and I got to see two cases that are quite … [Read more...] about A lot of mobile phone cases from more. (or more-thing)

As you might know, I am on a three-part story on EnerPlex, and this is the second part, which I am hoping won't be the low point in this trilogy. You will discover that the EnerPlex Jumpr is very similar to many products out there. I think the last one that I reviewed like it was the BoostBloc6600 from Eton. Then there is the Burton Resync, Mophie Juice Pack, and I … [Read more...] about Hands on with the EnerPlex Jumpr 4400 mobile device battery