Over my now several decades long tech career, I have come to know Belkin as a brand I can trust. Having turned to them on many occasions for accessories and networking products, it doesn’t surprise me to see they have announced their release of a line of kitchen accessories designed to work with your iPad. With tablets becoming ‘go anywhere, do anything’ devices, I think this attention to detail sets Belkin apart.
Let’s face it, your mobile devices are at a high risk for theft and loss. Not only do we carry them everywhere, increasing the odds of forgetting or misplacing them, they are small and highly desirable for thieves. If you consider the kinds of personal data we store on these smartphones and tablets, including images and e-mail, it should be a very easy decision to increase their security. Kensington has a new product to help with this, offering the SecureBack™ Security Case for the iPad 2.
Line 6, makers of virtual multi-effects devices for electric guitars, has just announced the release of Mobile In, an adapter for the iPhone and iPad that will allow you to plug your axe directly into your iDevice and use their effects app, Mobile POD, to create the ultimate pedal board for all of your shredding desires.
In a press release, co-founder of Line 6 and SVP of New Business Development, Marcus Ryle stated, “Mobile In and Mobile POD turn your iPhone or iPad into a fully functioning Line 6 POD multi-effect device complete with tweakable tones, simultaneous effects and legendary Line 6 guitar amp and effect modeling.”
While many of us have speaker docks for our iPhones and iPods, few have been made that suit the differences seen in the iPad. While the Apple tablets takes advantage of the same 30-pin dock connector, they require more power to properly charge and the larger format means it won’t fit in many of the existing speaker cradles. Fortunately for us, Sony has a solution! The RDP-X500IP Premium Speaker Dock is a feature-rich, high-quality sound machine capable of working with all of your iOS devices.
Are you hard on your electronics? Do you often find yourself wanting to take your iPad somewhere that it might not be entirely safe? G-Form has an answer for you with their Extreme Edge case, designed to provide unparalleled protection against drops and falls –even straight onto the display!
Fully designed in the United States of America, this case is lightweight (less than 6 ounces), water-resistant and gains considerable cool-factor appeal by using a military grade ballistic fabric.
The newest member of the Philips Fidelio speaker lineup has finally received FCC approval, bringing to market a sleek wheel-shaped AirPlay speaker option for your iPhone or iPod device.
While there are few reports on the quality of the audio playback as of yet, those who were fortunate enough to hear the quality of other Fidelio devices report them to be deep and rich. Hopefully this quality will translate to this model offering a high quality and enjoyable experience for those who make the investment.
Last week I received an AluPen and an AluCube to check out and review, and I was so excited because I am addicted to iPad styluses. I’ve collected quite a few, because I’ve never been able to find the perfect stylus to suit my needs.
I’m happy to say that the hexagonal AluPen and its matching cube-shaped holster is one of the best styluses in my collection. While the AluPen has been on the market for awhile, the AluCube is an all new addition that makes an already great stylus even more accessible and easy to use.
With studies showing we use our iPads most often while enjoying the comfort of our couches, it only makes sense to have an accessory like the VooMote Zapper. Functioning as both a universal remote as well as a TV guide, this handy little device and accompanying app would seem to be a good companion to your iOS device.
I recently tested the Nomad Brush, a handcrafted paintbrush stylus for touchscreens, which comes in three styles: the original (long tip), the short tip, and the Nomad Mini — the newest model that is designed primarily for smaller devices such as the iPhone or iPod touch.
The Nomad Brush came to life out of necessity when its creator, RISD-trained artist and architect Don Lee was looking for a better way to digitally paint and sketch on his iPad. Lee now produces the Nomad Brush commercially, and they are available for purchase through the company website and Amazon.
The popular iPad case maker ClamCase is about to unload an amazing new case. This Monday, you will be able to get your hands on the first in the company’s Inspired Series: The Trooper.
Inspired by Star Wars, The Trooper sports a beautiful, “Imperial white” protective case with “intergalactic-contrasting” black hinges, keyboard and rubber feet. It is designed like the company’s most current ClamCase with a hard polycarbonate shell, protective rubber feet and soft pad that hold your iPad in place.
One reason many of you get a case for your iPad isn’t so much to protect your device as much as it is to personalize it. What if I told you that you could order a frame for the face of your iPad that would let you personalize it in a way that compliments your corporate or personal brand? With the Logo Frames by newPCgadgets, you can add an ultra-thin frame, customized with the text or logo of your choice on a brushed metal finish in either gold, bronze or aluminum.
While Apple has designed both the iPad and the iPhone with multiple accessibility options, there is still no solution to make the touch screen usable for the visually impaired.
The Omnifer cover, designed by Industrial Designer Jayson D’Alessandro, aims to change that with an innovative design that transforms the flat surface of the cover (which covers the screen of the iPad) into Braille, displaying the words (and likely buttons) of the website or application being used.
Makers of the German-based iPad Butler recently announced the United States launch of their two multi-functional stands, the iPad Butler Carbon Deluxe Stand and the iPad Butler Floor Stands. Both have a classy, modern look and offer unlimited angling options for convenient use.
The Carbon Deluxe Stand is a versatile, multi-post system that can be used as a wall adapter, table stand, or even a car mount. Utilizing a swan neck, suction cup and golf ball-joints, it allows your iPad to be easily displayed in many different situations.
Hello, my name is Juli and I am addicted to styli. Yep, those pencil like rubber-tipped writing devices designed for the iPad’s capacitive screen. Certain tasks, such as drawing, sketching, and note taking are nearly impossible without a stylus. Texting in gloves on a chilly day? Not a problem with a stylus, which also prevents grimy fingerprints on your pristine screen.
With the iPad constantly increasing in functionality, the demand for cases and stands that fit versatile needs is also increasing. The iPad as a navigational tool for instance, has reached a new level in airplane usage, and is no stranger to other vessels like boats either.
Everyone knows that electronics don’t mix well with water, and the folks at DNDistribution are no strangers to that fact, having created an elegant solution to a simple problem. Their two new cases allow those who love the water to enjoy their iPads without worry.
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