I've seen a lot of wireless chargers, and they generally have the same principle. You can go the Powermat route where there is just a flat platform that you put your phone with a specially-made case. Then the other is a cord that attaches magnetically to the specially-made case like the Magnetyze. The Swich takes a wireless charger to a different level. I realize that … [Read more...] about The Swich Wireless Charger
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Link turns a wired speaker into wireless
One of the problems with stereo speakers are they were built in a time when we actually cared about our electronics. I mean, if your TV got busted, you actually paid to repair it instead of just buying a new cheap flatscreen. As a result, most wired speakers are just better than their Bluetooth counterparts. So if you want to connect your smartphone's music with a pair … [Read more...] about Link turns a wired speaker into wireless
Holland Haptics Frebble lets you hold hands from a distance
If you saw my posts yesterday, you know that I was all about rejecting social networking, smartphones, and the Internet, and enjoying a nice sunny day. Well, it would appear that the Internet can simulate a hand-holding experience with the Frebble. The Frebble, by Holland Haptics, allows for two users to feel the sensation of their hand being squeezed by someone from a … [Read more...] about Holland Haptics Frebble lets you hold hands from a distance
SCiO thumb-sized scanner
My Sources for this device seem to call it a "real-life" tricorder. I am assuming this is some Star Trek reference, and I suppose it is a possible descriptor. I thought that was the Scanadu. After all, how do you describe the SCiO, a spectrometer that can scan anything. Apparently you can scan food for revealing its ripeness, calories, and nutritional value. It can … [Read more...] about SCiO thumb-sized scanner
Loading Human is a VR game that I want to play right now!
I know that yesterday I talked about a video game franchise that is on the cusp of dying (Metroid, please don't let it die). Today I'm going to talk about a video game that is on the cusp of setting a new standard. What are seeing here in the image is a screenshot from a named called Loading Human. Do not confuse this with Almost Human, a series that sadly is planned to … [Read more...] about Loading Human is a VR game that I want to play right now!
CleverPet is an electronic game for your dog
Well, you know that I just had to report on this one. Hey, I love gaming consoles, and I love dogs. Why would I not report on a gaming console for a dog? Okay, so it doesn't have a screen or controller, or a touchscreen for the dog's paws. It has a few buttons that will allow the dog to hit buttons in order to get a treat, provided it hits the button at the right time. … [Read more...] about CleverPet is an electronic game for your dog
SociBot-Mini puts a 3D face on a robot
I believe that telepresence is going to be big as we get further in this digital age. If you are not familiar with telepresence, it is a way of putting a camera on a robot that you can move around, so the boss is always on the scene. The SociBot-Mini could be the latest thing in telepresence, but there is no moving body involved. This is just a bust of a statue that you … [Read more...] about SociBot-Mini puts a 3D face on a robot
Someone finally made a realistic Barbie doll!
When it comes to Barbie, I think we all sort of appreciate the fact that she is sort of a symbol of womanhood but at the same time a parody of one. Some will say that Barbie is the trophy wife, but you can't deny the toy has lasted the test of time. What can I say about Barbie that most people haven't said before? I once heard that if Barbie was full sized, she couldn't … [Read more...] about Someone finally made a realistic Barbie doll!
Skirmos is a Laser Tag game that you can program
Some of you might remember the Laser Tag came from the 80's. If you don't, then I don't blame you, because there were many imitators. Essentially, you have a laser that shoots at a target, and you can score points shooting other people with these targets. You know, I did a terrible job explaining that, but if you haven't heard of Laser Tag or its subsequent imitators, where … [Read more...] about Skirmos is a Laser Tag game that you can program
Logbar Ring is a new way of interaction
I think we all know that there are always new ways to interact with our mobile devices, and I have just heard of another way with the Logbar Ring. The Logbar Ring is made for gesture control, and one of the obvious methods is finger texting. This is where you spell out words in the air and it will show up on your screen. I suppose that you could even program it for … [Read more...] about Logbar Ring is a new way of interaction
Meet the Dash, the first smart wireless in-ear headphones
I realize that you can't really see the product here, but these are the Dash, a pair of wireless smart in-ear headphones. Yes, I have seen some Bluetooth wireless headphones, but nothing like this. These are two individual earbuds that fit in your ear, and they are chock full of features. First, they have 4 GB of storage, so you can put about 1,000 songs on it. Second, … [Read more...] about Meet the Dash, the first smart wireless in-ear headphones
A keyboard of shortcuts with the Shortcut-S keyboard
Man, I don't know what it is with my headlines these days. However, if you are like me, then you have become accustomed to using some serious shortcuts. I don't know where I would be without the Ctrl C and V. So why not have a keyboard that is all shortcuts. This Shortcut-S Keyboard is a Kickstarter project, and it is definitely made for those who are into Photoshop or … [Read more...] about A keyboard of shortcuts with the Shortcut-S keyboard
Grippity Android tablet allows double-sided control
Grippity Doo-Dah, Grippity Ay! My oh my, what a way to input your...okay, this intro isn't working. However, I like the Grippity, which is an Android tablet which stands out from all the other Android tablets out there. Considering all the other Android tablets out there, that is saying a lot. You see, the Grippity has double control thanks to a back control. The … [Read more...] about Grippity Android tablet allows double-sided control
Drumpants allow you play drums anywhere
I have a daughter who loves to do that whole hambone thing where she just slaps her legs to get a tune. I'm sure that she isn't the only one, so this is why I am glad there is the Drumpants. The Drumpants are Bluetooth-enabled pair of sensor strips that give the user the ability to use 100 different musical sounds. All that is required is to slap the strip in the right … [Read more...] about Drumpants allow you play drums anywhere
Foldio Foldable Studio made for the smartphone
I've written a few books where I had to take several pictures of something very close-up, and I wish I had the Foldio for it. Many of the pictures that we see of small items in a catalog are done with painstaking precision. They are a product of getting a background of a solid color, and perfect lighting. All this to create an illusion that this item exists in some … [Read more...] about Foldio Foldable Studio made for the smartphone