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Janet recently reviewed the Green Figure iHolder iPad Stand and thought it was a cool desk accessory to turn your iPad into what looks like an iMac. After the review, she didn’t think she’d have a use for it, so she has offered to give it away to one of our lucky readers! Isn’t she […]
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Logitech might not be a brand that people typically think of when they think speaker systems. But their latest system might change that. The Z623 is a 2.1 system that is affordably priced ($149.99), offers 200W output and is THX certified. It has volume controls that are integrated into the speaker itself for convenient adjustability.
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While I swear by my BlackRapid camera strap, and I will preach its virtues to the masses at the drop of a hat, I realize that many people really aren’t in a position to spend $50 or more on a camera strap. If you want the across-the-chest style, but you’re on a budget, you might
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Replace your deadbolt lock with the Advanced Protection Digital Deadbolt Lock from ThinkGeek and you’ll reduce your worry about break-ins. The lock resists lock-picking, kicking, sawing, hammering, and prying. You can unlock with a passcode or use the TagKeys. The TagKeys cannot be duplicated, and they can be deleted from the system if one is lost.
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The Audiovox Acoustic Research AW850 light with speaker lets you add music to your outdoor living space. The AW850 is a Mission-style light fixture/speaker in an aged copper finish. You replace an existing outdoor light fixture with the AW850 speaker, which is weather-resistant and can use up to a 40W bulb. You’ll get a single speaker that has an
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Yeah, yeah, I hate raking leaves too. Actually raking is not the hard part. Transferring them to trash bags is probably the worst aspect. This rake from the ImprovementsCatalog ($40) looks interesting. Just like a pooh-scooper (but without the grossness) this rake swoops and scoops. I’ve tried snow shovels, cardboard boxes, bear claws (which really
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The STM has just introduced the org board iPad case. It’s a slim form fitting neoprene sleeve to hold and protect your iPad, while also offering a handy organization panel for cables, pens, and other items. No word yet on availability or pricing.
STM Org Board Protects and Organizes your iPad Read More
How are you going to carry Apple new iPod nano? Clipped to your shirt? Stowed in a pocket? How about around your wrist? Heck, how about just using it as a wristwatch? Incipio’s new Linq case turns the 6th generation nano music player into a watch. The Linq protects the nano with a polymer case
Incipio Linq Turns the iPod nano into a Wristwatch Read More
I have a serious addiction to Starbucks’ Frappuccino drinks. My husband and I usually go to the local Barnes and Noble every Saturday (and sometimes on Sunday, too) to peruse the magazines and have something to drink. I’m diabetic, so I always get a caramel frappuccino made with the sugar-free syrups. Starbucks drinks are expensive, especially
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Crafty geeks will appreciate the new Dremel Trio multi-tool. It can sand, cut and rout materials including wood, plastic, drywall, sheet metal, wall tile and more without switching tools. It has a non-marring base and is capable of a speed range of 10,000 – 20,000 rpm. I think this tool might come in handy for
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Though no official word has been made, FCC filings were recently unveiled, illustrating another potential remote control replacement for the iPhone or iPod touch. Startup company, Zelfy, filed plans for a product called “Peel.” Images show a small IR port that connects to your wireless router. After downloading the “Peel” app to either your iPhone
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Gadgets and Gear offers a unique man’s watch that looks like a steel link bracelet. The Samurai Inferno watch is made from carbonized steel made with the same techniques used in Japanese sword making. The watch looks like a simple bracelet until you trigger the display. This is one of the few really unusual watches
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LevelUp storage towers keep your PlayStation, XBOX and Wii systems and accessories organized and accessible. The towers snap together easily and have built in ventilation to allow your console to run reliably. Some features include a molded controller dock and soft-coated guitar hooks for gaming guitar controllers used in Guitar Hero or Rock Band, as
LevelUp Storage Towers for all of your Gaming Gear Read More
If you thought the LEGO Stop Animation Digital Video Camera that Janet posted about earlier today was interesting, you might want to check out the 3 volume series of LEGO Technic Idea Books from O’Reilly. These books offer 100’s of ideas through photographs with little to no text. Volume 1 is The LEGO Technic Idea
LEGO Technic Idea Books will Inspire Enthusiasts to Design, Invent, and Build Read More
Mophie has introduced the Juice Pack air case for the iPhone 4. Just like the juice pack air case for the iPod touch, the iPhone 4 case combines a protective case with backup battery power. Mophie says the air case will double the iPhone 4’s battery life. The case is light-weight and low-profile, with a soft-touch
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ThinkGeek has a cute little digital video camera from LEGO that can be used to create stop-motion video or used as a normal video camera. The LEGO camera is bright and colorful and even has some LEGO block accents. The camera is 3.6 x 1.6 x 2.6 inches, weighs about 14 ounces, and has a 1.5″
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You know how you can control some smartphones with your voice? Would you like to do the same thing with your home theater? Now you can with the Amulet Voice Remote for Windows Media Center. This remote doesn’t look much different than a typical remote control, but it has a built in microphone that listens
Amulet Voice Remote for Windows 7 Media Center Now Shipping Read More
Lighting is a very important part of your room. Not only does the style of the lamps matter, but the number of lamps and the brightness and color of the lights can completely change the feel and usability of your room. The GE Mood Cam app for iPhone/iPod touch lets you snap a picture of
GE Mood Cam App Lets You Try Redecorating Your Room With Light Read More
We’ve all seen Leatherman tools with a wide variety of useful blades and tools, but did you know that they also offer a multi-tool designed specially for soldiers? It’s the Leatherman MUT and has tools to help a soldier (or civilian gun enthusiast) work on his/her firearm. Some of the tools include a replaceable firearm
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The HyperDrive iPad Hard Drive from HyperShop is the first hard drive that works with the iPad. You connect the HyperDrive to the iPad with the Apple camera connect kit, and you can transfer photos, videos, or any other file to the iPad from the HyperDrive. You can also directly backup memory cards at speeds up
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