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Gadget bonus ideas for the new year: Dec. 28: Boost Your Audio
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Friday December 28, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Here comes the new year, and if you're still looking for a few post-holiday deals on gadgets, I've got a few more ideas that I'll post each day until New Year's Eve! Boost Your Audio Your favorite tunes deserve real stereo output, but in an age of mini-devices, most people don't want the hassle of a big and complicated receiver for their home sound systems. To really get the groove on, though, you need more power. That's where Orb Audio's new Booster amplifier steps up to kick it up! The Booster brings high performance sound to up to four audio sources, featuring an easy-to-use remote control, beautiful extruded aluminum cabinet and professional quality speaker connectors. Additionally... -
Gadget bonus ideas for the new year: Dec. 27: A Man Cave Must
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Thursday December 27, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Here comes the new year, and if you're still looking for a few post-holiday deals on gadgets, I've got a few more ideas that I'll post each day until New Year's Eve! A Man Cave Must I miss "gaming" the way it used to be: With consoles at the arcade, pizza joint or the bar. But while they are mostly disappearing from those venues, you can still get the full arcade experience at home with Dream Arcades collection of pre-built and assembly kit games. Virtually all of the old classics and newer favorites are available, as well as multi-game units, available in stand-up and table-top models. The company even offers customized ones: How about a video game with a built-in keg refrigerator and taps... -
Gadget bonus ideas for the new year: Dec. 26: Make Home Security More Convenient
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Wednesday December 26, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Here comes the new year, and if you're still looking for a few post-holiday deals on gadgets, I've got a few more ideas that I'll post each day until New Year's Eve! Make Security More Convenient Wish it was as easy to unlock your front door as it is to just click to unlock your car? Whether you're in a hurry or your hands are full of groceries, sometimes digging for the door key is a hassle. The SimpliciKey gives the convenience of a clicker for your deadbolt, providing people with multiple options to easily lock and unlock their homes with the push of a button. The key fob works from up to 50 feet away, allowing you to click it while still in your car or walking up, and also allows you... -
Merry Christmas
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Tuesday December 25, 2012Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! -
35 day gift countdown... Down to day number 1: Plug your mobile gadgets into the sun
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Monday December 24, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. The countdown is almost over... It's the gift-giving season, and I'm here to give some gadget options for those on your gift list (even yourself). This series will last through the holidays. Day 1: Plug Your Mobile Gadgets into the Sun If you’re on the road for work or an outdoor enthusiast, the batteries on your mobile devices are probably often in the red zone. Fortunately, there is a plug-in in the great outdoors… it’s called the sun. The Solio Bolt Solar Charger & Battery Backup can be charged via a regular electrical outlet or by using the built-in small solar panels, which include a sundial feature that follows the sun. It can be used to charge all USB-gadgets, including iPads... -
35 days of tech gifts: Day 2: Mobile storage is cool again
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Sunday December 23, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Let the countdown continue... It's the gift-giving season, and I'm here to give some gadget options for those on your gift list (even yourself). This series will last through the holidays. Day 2: Mobile Storage is Cool Again I’ve written about Seagate’s GoFlex Satellite before, but the latest generation of the portable hard drives have taken everything even more mobile. It’s better to think of the new Mobile Wireless version as a portable media library, allowing you to massively increase the number of movies, music and other files than your mobile devices can hold. The 500GB version can hold 300 or more movies, and users on multiple iPads, iPhones, Androids and other devices... -
35 Days of tech gifts countdown: Day 3: Hands-free communication on two wheels
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Saturday December 22, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Let the countdown continue... It's the gift-giving season, and I'm here to give some gadget options for those on your gift list (even yourself). This series will last through the holidays. Day 3: Hands-free Communication on Two Wheels There’s the mobile professional life, and then there’s the active personal life. Both types of people still need to stay in contact while on the go. For active cyclists, the UClear Helmet Communicator HBC 130 is the ultimate on-bike communication system, providing hands-free access to the user’s mobile device for music, calls, GPS and intercom with other cyclists. The weather resistant system connects to the rider’s helmet and pairs instantly with... -
35 days of tech gift ideas: Day 5: Cool in the pool, a waterproof speaker and speakerphone
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Thursday December 20, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Let the countdown continue... It's the gift-giving season, and I'm here to give some gadget options for those on your gift list (even yourself). This series will last through the holidays. Day 5: Cool in the Pool or Take it to the Lake Cool in the Pool, or Take it to the Lake Sometimes even I’m at a loss for words, and the ECOXBT has almost done it this time. It’s a wireless Bluetooth speaker for any device, plus it doubles as a speakerphone. Oh, it’s also 100% waterproof and can be fully submerged in water. It’s also rugged and stylish and comes in cool colors. ( www.ecoXgear.com ; $99.99) You can see the entire 35-day gift countdown at the Tech Views blog. -
35 Days of tech gift ideas: Day 6: Keep your paperwork simple and neat
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Wednesday December 19, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Let the countdown continue... It's the gift-giving season, and I'm here to give some gadget options for those on your gift list (even yourself). This series will last through the holidays. Day 6: Keep it Simple & Neat Professionals are more mobile than ever, and keeping track of receipts, business cards and other documents is a challenge on the road. NeatReceipts can save the day. The mini mobile scanner weighs about 10 ounces, can scan up to four sheets a minute and comes with a digital filing system that lets users quickly create PDF files, expense reports and contact lists. It supports Mac and PC, can export to Excel, QuickBooks, Quicken and TurboTax, and syncs contact information from... -
35 days of gift ideas countdown: Day 4: The Perfect iPad Companion
By Isaac M. O'Bannon, Editor - Tuesday December 18, 2012
From the Tech Views blog. Let the countdown continue... It's the gift-giving season, and I'm here to give some gadget options for those on your gift list (even yourself). This series will last through the holidays. Day 4: The Perfect iPad Companion There are dozens or more iPad cases on the market, but if you’re looking for one that combines real functionality with style, check out the iLuv CEOFolio . Much more than just a case, the CEOFolio provides several pockets for business cards, ID, credits cards, pens and other items, plus a slot for a legal note pad. The case also has a strap and built-in stand for propping up the tablet. Fits Most tablets, but designed primarily for iPad 2 and New iPad (Retina...
