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The new Acer TA272 HUL is an All-in-One device with a 27 inch WQHD 2560 x 1440 high resolution, wide-viewing angle, 10-point capacitive touch display that is four times sharper than HD. Although Acer is better known for their Windows based PCs, laptops, and Chromebooks, Android devices are not exactly a new thing for this […]
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Do you remember the iPin Laser Presenter that I reviewed for the iPhone? It was a very small device that plugged into the iPhone’s headphone jack and could be used as a laser pointer and Powerpoint controller. It was a cool device, but at the time, it was only compatible with iOS devices. Samsung Galaxy
iPin will introduce their Laser Presenter for Samsung Galaxy devices at CES Read More
I recently purchased a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 to see how the other side lived. I was a bit bored and tired of my iPhone 5, and after reading Julie’s review of the Note 3, I decided I wanted more screen real estate and to give Android a try. One of the features the iOS
Nokia Wireless Charging Pillow (DT-901) by Fatboy review Read More
Belkin has launched its new Miracast Video Adapter designed to mirror your Android screen onto your HDTV wirelessly. The small adapter plugs directly into your TV’s HDMI port and turns it into an external video display without connecting a physical cable from your device to the TV. Once connected, you can stream any content on your
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Last year Julie reviewed the Logitech Harmony Touch universal remote control that she continues to use to this day. I have used numerous Harmony remotes over the years, and from what I read in Julie’s write up, the Touch appeared to be the best yet; its size, form and screen interface are more polished and functional
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If you received a brand new iPad Air or Nexus 7 tablet for Christmas, you’ve probably already compiled a shopping list of must-have accessories for it. Did you include a case? Screen protector? How about a capacitive stylus? If you haven’t picked out a stylus yet, consider the No. 2 Pencil Stylus from Griffin. It
Griffin Pencil Stylus is a No. 2 that doesn’t require sharpening Read More
Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, three great golfers I will never be like. Let’s face it, three golfers most of us will never be like. What makes these golfers or most professional golfers so much better than the rest of us? Why are they on the tour and we are not? I mean besides the
Zepp sensor for golf review Read More
The verykool s470 is a full featured 4.7″ no contract/unlocked dual SIM Android phone marketed as an affordable “buy it and use it anywhere” device. This is a market segment that’s fairly sparsely populated in the US among the major phone OS platforms – for example the Nokia Lumia 520/521 (sub $100 no contract) in the
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When it comes to home security, peace of mind seems to be a factor in the type of security you get. And with several home security companies competing for your business I guess what it really breaks down to is the ease of use, added options, and the service. When I received the security system
Protect America Home Security System review Read More
Snapping selfies and group shots with your smartphone at arm’s length can be a real hassle. But the Remote Control / Camera Shutter Self-Timer for iOS / Android from Allputer.com makes it easy and what’s better is that it works with both iOS and Android devices. It features a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that has the capacity
Remote Control camera shutter release that swings both ways Read More
The nice thing about smartphones and MP3 players is they’re designed for use anywhere. The bad thing about using them anywhere is the danger they face from unexpected falls from some of the places you try to use them. With the ZHIP stand, you can securely tie your small portable device to a cabinet pull when
ZHIP tie your smartphone for security Read More
I’m a recent “convert” from iOS to Android. After owning first-and second-generation iPads, along with the iPhone 3GS and 4S, I decided to move over to Android, since those devices had more interesting features and naturally integrated with all the Google apps that I used. With more features coming out in Android OS updates, I’ve
Sumvision Cyclone Voyager 2 Android tablet review Read More
Need some ideas for the Nexus 7 user on your gift list? We’re here to help with five gadgets and accessories that will expand the tablet’s capabilities, add more file storage, turn it into a mini laptop and protect it from everyday wear and tear. Keep reading for more details.
Gift ideas – Five accessories for the Nexus 7 user Read More
If you have a digital sketcher, doodler, painter or artist on your Christmas list this year, here are eight gift ideas that will help them with their artwork. I’ve broken the list up into pressure sensitive styluses, paint brush style styluses and precision tip styluses. If you have a favorite stylus not mentioned, be sure
Gift ideas – Eight styluses for digital artists and doodlers Read More
Yesterday I posted a round up of 7 activity trackers of which the Misfit Shine was included. One of the knocks against this futuristic styled activity tracker has been the lack of an Android data syncing app. I’m happy to announce that the wait is over, Misfit Wearables has just released an Android app which
Misfit Wearables releases Android app for Shine activity tracker Read More
Show your Christmas and Android spirit with this fun little ornament from newPCgadgets. Santa will know to leave a new Android gadget under your tree if you decorate it this ornament. Ok not really… But it will definitely add a cute and geeky flair to your tree. The clear acrylic ornaments are 3 1/2″W x 3
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The tablet stand is a totally new market, yet another that has sprung into being since the advent of the iPad and similar tablets in 2010. Two years ago, when you searched for iPad stand, or tablet stand, you got a few custom-built device holders, crafted in wood or acrylic, and most were more concerned
Flote m2 Tablet Floor Stand review Read More
My weakness for pens turned into a weakness for styluses way back in the Palm Pilot days. In a drawer somewhere, I still have a Ziploc bag full of old styluses that I’ll probably never use again, but can’t bring myself to throw away. That’s why I have been happy to see that the stylus
Nomad Brush Mini 2 stylus review Read More
The Nimbus Smart Dashboard from Quirky looks a little like a gauge display in an old car, but it syncs with your mobile device to display information to keep your day on track. You can customize each gauge to display up-to-date information about traffic, your Fitbit stats, calendar, social media, Eggs in your Egg Minder, your
Have a smart, personal dashboard on your desk or night table Read More
I’ve mentioned before that I’m a cord cutter, which means I don’t really watch or subscribe to cable television. I tend to watch most of my video on the internet via services such as YouTube, Netflix, etc. I am also an owner of a Nexus 4 smartphone and Nexus 7 2013 tablet, and I really
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