I have recently learned that Samsung Ventures America has recently given about $4 million to PowerbyProxi. If you have not heard of this company, it essentially allows multiple devices to be charged on one place. I was sort of hoping that Samsung would get in on this. After all, Nokia has their cool wireless charging features on their phones, so it is about time that Samsung … [Read more...] about Samsung getting into PowerbyProxi, about 4 million dollar’s worth
Accessories
BluFit is a hydration bottle that has its own app
This particular gadget is something that I haven't really seen before, as it is a waterbottle that has its own app. The purpose of this app is to moderate your own levels of hydration. This app helps you control your appetite, improve activity and performance, and helps prevent headaches and fatigues. There is some sort of sensor the can record the time and amount of water … [Read more...] about BluFit is a hydration bottle that has its own app
GameCase for iOS devices
When I first saw the GameCase, it felt familiar to me. I first thought that I had reported on it before, but I did a Search on my site and found nothing. I suppose that the closest thing that I have seen was a Wii U controller. After all, it is two halves of a controller (with D-pad, two analog sticks, and console style ABXY buttons) that have a screen sandwiched in … [Read more...] about GameCase for iOS devices
DryCase Waterproof Case for iPads and other tablets
Okay, look at this photo to your left, would you put your iPad so close to the water? If you had a DryCase, the answer is yes. I think we all know that such technology exists, for I have been reporting on cases like the Otterbox and Lifeproof on this blog for quite a while. The DryCase is different as it is not a hard shield, but a loose bag that is not too burdensome on … [Read more...] about DryCase Waterproof Case for iPads and other tablets
Tunebelt, Take Two: The AB88 for Samsung Galaxy Note II
Some of you might remember the first time we covered the Tunebelt company, makers of some fine armbands. I forgot to review another armband they sent me with the AP88 for the Note 2. The good news is that not only does it the Galaxy Note and Note 2, but other phones like the Galaxy S3 and S4. It can even accommodate some of the cases and even battery packs of these models. … [Read more...] about Tunebelt, Take Two: The AB88 for Samsung Galaxy Note II
Wacom unveils new Bamboo stylii and Pads
We have reviewed Wacom products more than once on this site, and I am always pleased to review their notepad products. When I mean notepad, I mean a place where you can write and draw with a stylus. Wacom has just announced the Bamboo Pad, and it is not a notepad kind of thing. This one is pretty small, only a little bigger than the size of one's hand. The Pad offers the … [Read more...] about Wacom unveils new Bamboo stylii and Pads
Add a Flash to your smartphone with iblazr
You know how the iPhone has been avoiding Flash all those years? This includes a decent one for the camera. I suppose that you could purchase a Manfrotto KLYP that we discussed a few weeks ago, or the iblazr. The iblazr is a simple flash with four specially-made LEDs. From what I can tell, it plugs right into the headphone jack. You will want to use the App to get the … [Read more...] about Add a Flash to your smartphone with iblazr
ClicLite, a solar powered battery that can be daisy-chained
Solar power, it works! Yeah, I'm just going to assume that it isn't very efficient, or else we would have it everywhere, right? So right away, I'm going to talk about the downside of the ClicLite. It is a solar-powered battery that is 500 mAh, which is good for charging an iPhone to one-fifth of its capacity. The ClicLite is small enough to keep on a keychain, so if … [Read more...] about ClicLite, a solar powered battery that can be daisy-chained
The Petite Leather Wallet for the Galaxy S4 from More-Thing
I have reviewed products from More-Thing before, and I was pleased to receive, as a total surprise, the Petite Leather Wallet for the Samsung Galaxy S 4. This is definitely a product targeted at the ladies. You can see its orange/pink color scheme, and it has some multi-faceted stones made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, about 35 of them to be exact. Yeah, they aren't diamonds, … [Read more...] about The Petite Leather Wallet for the Galaxy S4 from More-Thing
TuneBelt, for all kinds of mobile devices
The mobile lifestyle is really not designed to be mobile. Sure, you can have a phone that travels in the palm of your hand, but what good is it if it weighs you own while you are jogging? I highly recommend getting your hands on the Tune Belt for that. The Tune Belt isn't really a new idea, but like the case for the mobile phone, everybody needs one. It is essentially a … [Read more...] about TuneBelt, for all kinds of mobile devices
The Griffin PowerDock 5 for five iPads, iPods, or iPhones, because dang it, we need this!
Yeah, you can see that I feel very strongly about this particular issue, but if you have a workspace or any living quarters, you are going to run into an issue where a lot of people are going to charge their mobile devices all at once. In that case, you are going to need the PowerDock 5 from Griffin Technologies. This particular easy-to-assemble device has six little walls … [Read more...] about The Griffin PowerDock 5 for five iPads, iPods, or iPhones, because dang it, we need this!
Let ChromaLuxe personalize your case for your mobile device
In case you are wondering, that is me with a a customized case. If you want to know, it was made by ChromaLuxe. I never heard of ChromaLuxe before they contacted me, but I was glad that they sent me some stuff to try out. That is a Fashion Frame for the Galaxy S III that I am holding in my hand, and it is a hard shell frame with a strategically-placed hole in it for a … [Read more...] about Let ChromaLuxe personalize your case for your mobile device
Energi Sliding Power Case from TYLT
Now that I just got finished reviewing the offGRID from Incipio, I am now reviewing another battery case for the iPhone 5, this time from TYLT, another good tech company. Since I have already gone into the particulars about what a battery case can do, I will discuss what is unique about this. First, the case can easily be separated from the battery pack with ease. This … [Read more...] about Energi Sliding Power Case from TYLT
Incipio Part 5: offGRID Backup Battery Case
It seems that I have been seeing a lot of mobile batteries, such as my series on Digital Foci, and there are a lot of cases. I have seen a lot of cases put on batteries, and if you read my next post, you will discover more. For my Fifth (but not necessarily last) article on Incipio, I'm covering the offGRID, a backup battery case from the company. This battery case … [Read more...] about Incipio Part 5: offGRID Backup Battery Case
Incipio, Part 3: The ATLAS for the iPhone 5
It seems like I have been seeing a lot of these rugged cases made for smartphones. Hopefully, you know of brands like Otterbox and Lifeproof, but have you heard of the ATLAS by Incipio? If you haven't, then you really should. It is another fine Incipio product designed to protect against water, dirt, and drops. It is definitely ready for the person who likes a little … [Read more...] about Incipio, Part 3: The ATLAS for the iPhone 5