Yes, what you are seeing here is a case for the iPhone 5/5S. This Solace Au (like the element abbreviation for gold) is from Element Case, makers of the Atom and Eclipse cases for the Galaxy S4. Now, how in the world can I talk about a golden iPhone 5/5S case? Let's just say that if you are Goldfinger or some other over-the-top rich James Bond villain or Richie Rich, … [Read more...] about Solace Au iPhone 5/5S case comes in gold!
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Cygnett, Part 2: Alec Wallet for iPhone 5/5S, Workmate Utility for iPhone 5/5S, and Lavish Wallet for the Galaxy S4
Well, we are back with some more Cygnett products, and this time, I have three for smartphones. One for the Galaxy S4, and two for iPhone 5/5S. I'll go ahead and start with the Alec, presumably named after Alec Baldwin, as it would be perfect for his 30 Rock character. After all, it is made of genuine leather, and considering all of the vinyl products I have seen that … [Read more...] about Cygnett, Part 2: Alec Wallet for iPhone 5/5S, Workmate Utility for iPhone 5/5S, and Lavish Wallet for the Galaxy S4
It’s a Merry Speck-mas: HandyShell for iPad Mini, CandyShell Grip case for iPhone 5C, and the CandyShell + FACEPLATE for iPhone 5/5S
Okay, this has to be one of the longest titles for a post that I have ever used, but Speck sent me some stuff, and I will be darned if I don't review it. I will start with the HandyShell for the iPad Mini. The HandyShell for the iPad Mini is pretty much your everyday case for the iPad Mini. As someone who has some experience with Speck products, you have to like the … [Read more...] about It’s a Merry Speck-mas: HandyShell for iPad Mini, CandyShell Grip case for iPhone 5C, and the CandyShell + FACEPLATE for iPhone 5/5S
Cygnett, Part 1: Soundcheck Headphones
Well, you know that when I start a headline with a Part 1, this means that there just has to be a Part 2, yes? This is the case with all the Cygnett stuff that has been sent to me, which includes this here pair of SoundCheck headphones. Believe it or not, it is actually hard for me to review headphones because I always have to say some sort of variation of "they sound … [Read more...] about Cygnett, Part 1: Soundcheck Headphones
The GeekChurch Tip for Surviving Black Friday: Think Zombie Apocalypse
Do I need to describe what Black Friday is? I have no idea when Black Friday starts, as it seems to be starting on Thanksgiving these days. Personally, why do we call it "Black Friday"? Are African-Americans offended by this term? I suppose that all the terrifying stories of people rushing to buy cheap deals on the day after Thanksgiving just love to get more and more press … [Read more...] about The GeekChurch Tip for Surviving Black Friday: Think Zombie Apocalypse
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
Paper airplanes get a smartphone treatment with PowerUp 3.0
I don't know about you, but I always liked paper airplanes. I got pretty bored with them, because as good as a paper airplane is, it will never be like a real airplane. Now here comes the PowerUp 3.0. It has a device with a Smart Module, which has a small propeller and rudder that you can put on your plane for some extra oomph in your flight. Now I don't know whether or … [Read more...] about Paper airplanes get a smartphone treatment with PowerUp 3.0
Digital Treasures The Soldier: A Battery to survive anything
I have reported about products like Lifeproof which are designed to protect the iPhone or other smartphones from water, dust, and the elements, but what about the mobile battery? Yes, I am talking about products like the Magic Juice and others. Oftentimes, these mobile batteries, which are needed by smartphone users on a daily basis, need as much protection as our … [Read more...] about Digital Treasures The Soldier: A Battery to survive anything
X-Doria Double Take: The Dash Icon and more for the iPhone 5/5S
In case you are wondering why I am calling this article "X-Doria double take", it is because I have been reporting on them a lot these days. It was the Engage and SmartJacket last week, and the Rapt and Spots as well as the Defense 720 and Scene Plus before that. Since I have just received more, I felt that I should report on them, more. Yes, I have received the Rapt, … [Read more...] about X-Doria Double Take: The Dash Icon and more for the iPhone 5/5S
Mobee Products, Part 2: The Magic Feet and Magic Numpad
Well, this is our second round for reviewing Mobee products, and I am pleased to review two other items that have their "Magic" label on them. I will start with the Magic Feet, and it is designed to charge both the Apple Magic Mouse and the Wireless Keyboard (or Apple Magic Trackpad) simultaneously. It has an interesting design with a shape that I am having a hard time … [Read more...] about Mobee Products, Part 2: The Magic Feet and Magic Numpad
J5Create Part 2: The JUE130, JUA210, and JUA310
In addition to the J5Create stuff that I recently reviewed last time, I thought I should take the time to review three other products that the company has sent me as well. The first is the USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet. This is essentially for any laptop or other kind of computer that doesn't have an Ethernet port. Now, I am taking that from the company website, as I thought … [Read more...] about J5Create Part 2: The JUE130, JUA210, and JUA310
Dropcam Pro is another update for your extra eye
It seems like everyone in their house needs an extra eye, and I wrote about Dropcam HD a while ago as a solution to that problem. Now I had a chance to try out the upgrade of this with the Dropcam Pro. The Dropcam Pro has a lot of things that have changed, and one of them is the field of view. The old version was 107 degrees, but this HD version would be 130 degree field … [Read more...] about Dropcam Pro is another update for your extra eye
J5 Create Part 1: Ultra Station JUD500 and Wormhole USB Transfer Cable JUC400
Let's face it, we all want to do more on our laptops. It feels like I am always running out of USB ports, but thanks to the J5Create Ultra Station (JUD500), this isn't much of a problem anymore. You can see in the image here the bar that is this power station, and it is pretty impressive what it will give an ordinary laptop. It has two USB 3.0 Ports, a USB 2.0 port, a … [Read more...] about J5 Create Part 1: Ultra Station JUD500 and Wormhole USB Transfer Cable JUC400
Mobee Products, Part 1: The Magic Juice and Magic Charger
Yeah, we are doing another Part 1 and such, and this is really worth it with Mobee products. Today, I'll be discussing the Mobee Magic Juice and Magic Charger. Yeah, I'm not certain why "Magic" is in their title either. I will have to say that the Magic Juice is a product that I have seen before. I'm sure that you all know the drill by now, as you charge it via USB … [Read more...] about Mobee Products, Part 1: The Magic Juice and Magic Charger
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Almost Human
I usually don't review TV series on Speculative Fiction Saturday, and I think it is simply because there is there are probably not too much of them. I reviewed Continuum a while ago, and I should probably get around to writing on my take on Doctor Who. Many sci-fi shows have a big budget, and they often don't find their audience before the money runs out. Take shows like … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Almost Human