Janet Cloninger

ZAGG introduces two new keyboard cases for the iPad mini – the MINI 7 and MINI 9

zagg ipad mini keyboard cases

I’m sitting here waiting for UPS to deliver my iPad mini, and I’ve been Googling cases for it while I wait.  I expected to find a variety of cases, but I can’t say I expected to find keyboard cases for such a small device.  Well, ZAGG has two keyboard cases for the iPad mini: the […]

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Coghlan’s 4″ X 6″ Dry Pouch for iPhone review

coghlans dry pouch iphone 1

I recently posted about using Ziploc Big Bags to keep my daughter’s laptop dry in her backpack.  One reader asked if static discharges from the bag could be a problem – something I hadn’t thought about.  About the same time I posted that item, Coghlan’s, a maker of outdoor gear, contacted The Gadgeteer to ask

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Mophie introduces White Juice Pack Powerstations, exclusively at Apple

mophie white juice pack powerstation

Mophie has introduced new, white versions of their Powerstation backup batteries that will be available exclusively from Apple stores and Apple.com.  All three versions of the Powerstation are available in white.  Shown from left to right are the Powerstation Mini, Powerstation, and Powerstation Duo.  (Click for a larger view.)  The Powerstation Mini ($59.95) has a 2500mAh

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The Just Mobile HeadStand – a product you didn’t know you needed until you saw it

JustMobile headstand

What do you do with your headphones when you aren’t wearing them?  Stick them in a drawer?  Throw them on your desk?  If you’ve invested in expensive headphones, you’ll probably want a better way of storing them when you aren’t using them, and something more convenient than having to constantly store and remove them from

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Easily transfer data from your old PC to your new Windows 8 PC with this Belkin cable

belkin easy transfer cable windows8

The Easy Transfer Cable for Windows 8 from Belkin will do just that – make transferring data to your new Windows 8 PC a snap.  The 8-ft long cable comes with Microsoft Easy Transfer software (on CD).  You simply insert the CD in the old computer and launch the transfer utility, then put the CD

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X-Doria SleeveStand for iPad mini

x doria sleevestand ipad mini

The SleeveStand from X-Doria will protect your iPad mini during travel, and it can serve as a stand when you need one.  The SleeveStand is a padded sleeve with a zippered end to completely enclose the iPad mini when it needs protection, but it removes completely to allow you to use the mini caseless.  You

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Tidy your desk with the Cube and Clutch stands from Cooler Master

cooler master cube and clutch stands

Cooler Master has introduced a tablet stand and a laptop stand to make your workspace tidier.  First up is the Cube stand for 7″ to 11″ tablets.  The Cube (left) is made of aluminum, and it has rubber surfaces to prevent scratches to your tablet computer.  It adjusts smoothly through 135 degrees, so you can

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Eton Corporation Announces the Boost Line Mobile Charging Solutions

eton boostturbine and boostbloc chargers

Eton Corporation produces a variety of emergency preparedness gear, and they are expanding their line with two dedicated charging solutions.  First up (right photo) is their BoostTurbine Series chargers.  The BoostTurbine2000 (2000mAh for $59) and BoostTurbine1000 (1000mAh for $49) feature a rechargeable lithium battery and a hand-turbine power generator that serves as a “back up for

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WaterField announces the Outback Sleeve (and seven others) for the iPad mini and the iPad 4

waterfield outback sleeve ipad mini

WaterField Designs has announced the Outback Sleeve for the iPad mini or the iPad (generations 2-4).  The Outback is made of waxed canvas with your choice of Chocolate or Grizzly leather trim.  It’s available in either a horizontal or vertical orientation.  You can keep it simple as a sleeve, or you can add D-rings for

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G-Project’s G-Grip Bluetooth speaker takes a licking

g project g grip speaker

We recently told you about G-Project’s portable, waterproof Bluetooth speaker, the G-Go (see related posts).  Now, G-Project is announcing the G-Grip, their new ruggedized, portable Bluetooth speaker.  The G-Grip has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery than provides you with up to 8 hours of music between charges.  (Charge with a USB port on your computer or

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Ademermo’s Content Central Document Management and Workflow Solution

This post brought to you by Ademero. All opinions are 100% mine. You know how much information you require or generate daily for your job.  Now multiple that by the number of employes at your company, and you can have a seemingly untamable amount of information.  Businesses require documentation to outline procedures, which must be

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Pre-order Skooba Design’s new Photo / Tablet Traveler V.3 and the Cable Stable Rollup Kit and save 25%

skooba camera and cables bags

Skooba Design is offering their two newest bags at a 25% savings if you pre-order before release day.  The Photo / Tablet Traveler V.3 is a portable “digital studio”, with room for a DSLR and mounted lens plus a tablet.  (Click the image for a larger view.)  There are more than a dozen pockets, including

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Satechi announces two new four-port Strip and Pocket USB hubs

satechi strip and pocket usb hubs

These two new USB hubs from Satechi won’t add much bulk to your travel gear, but they’ll give you four additional USB 2.0 ports for connecting your devices to your computer (Windows 98SE /ME /2000 /XP /Vista /7, Mac OS 9.1 or above, or Linux 2.4 or above) or to game consoles.  Both hubs have bus overvoltage

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Professional sound quality for iPhone HD video with Apogee MiC and Zacuto Zgrip iPhone Jr. handgrip kit

apogee mic and zacuto grip

If you’d like the sound on your iPhone videos to match the quality of the visuals, you will need to use an external microphone.  Then you’ll have two pieces of equipment to juggle while you film, unless you use the MiC and Zacuto Zgrip iPhone Jr. handgrip kit from Apogee.  The MiC is a studio-quality cardioid

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