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My search for a Nexus 7 case continues. I’ve been down the cheap path, and then looked at the premium option, but what lies in that middle ground ? Poetic is a company makes cases for heaps of devices, and they were good enough to send me a Slimline case , one of about 10 […]
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The MG is a WiFi Android device that has been created specifically for kids (and their parents bank accounts). If you own a smartphone and also have children, it’s probably a common thing for them to want to play games on your phone. But giving kids your $500+ device to play games is probably not
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The ZOMM Wireless Leash (available in white, pink, or black) is a small key-fob sized Bluetooth hands-free speakerphone and alarm for any Bluetooth-enabled phone or, for that matter, any other BT device that can partner with it. It’s touted as having three features: It sounds an alarm if it loses connection to its paired device, it
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Snappgrip is a UK based Kickstarter project that will provide a snap on camera controller for your iPhone 4, 5 or Samsung Galaxy S3. It’s made up of 2 parts. A protective case and the Snappgrip which snaps into the case and houses the controls. Using Bluetooth, this accessory features one-handed controls for shutter, zoom and
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Is James Franco the new Ashton Kutcher? It looks that way in this new video which features the Samsung GALAXY Camera. The GALAXY camera is powered by Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and has a 21X optical zoom, Photo Wizard, Buddy Photo Share, Slow Motion video and more. With the built in 3G/4G and Wi-Fi connectivity,
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Kids I’ve seen seem to be fascinated by tablet computers, and many of them want their own. The problem with tablets and children is there isn’t a lot you can do to restrict what they can access with the tablet, and there’s a worldwide-web of things out there that you may not want them to
From Russian company Yota Devices, the YotaPhone (confused you must not get ) is a dual-screen Android phone. One side is a normal high-resolution 4.3″ 1280 x 720 LCD screen that you can use to watch videos or play games; flip it over and the other side has a 4.3″ E Ink screen to read a
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My initial thought when Julie asked the Gadgeteer Team, who would like to review the Sphero was ‘cute but I’ll pass’. But upon further consideration, it occurred to me that I have an 11 yr old, tech-savvy son, spaz of a dog and insane cat at home just waiting for something like this to enter
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The Cobra Joyride is a 2.1 amp rapid charger that plugs into a 12V power socket in your car and helps make your phone interaction safer while driving. It automatically configures the phone for in-car usage by signaling the companion Android app when you get in and out of your car. A button built into
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I imagine there are still some people around that actually take notes using paper and pen. I admit I do on occasion in my role as secretary for a local club. For the times I take the minutes, I’ve always wanted a way to convert my pen strokes to digital text so I don’t have
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There is a wide assortment of game controllers coming out for Android devices at the moment, but what if you’re already using your PS3 controller and just need a neater way of attaching it to the Android device? GameKlip started as a Kickstarter project, but it has now been fully funded and is commercially available. With
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Check out Ebay and you’ll find a plethora of cheap cases for your Nexus 7, like the Smart Magnetic case I initially purchased. Disappointingly, both the original and replacement eBay cases broke in the same place after a couple of months, so my search continued. On the other end of the spectrum are Noreve’s “haute couture” leather cases, which
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In my house, we have a lot of gadgets that need to be charged and a dearth of outlets. Because all of us tend to have the same types of gadgets, we can usually share chargers, which minimizes how many chargers we have to have scattered around the house. Since I now have a few
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QVC is offering the FunTab Pro 7″ Android tablet (4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS) for $149.96 as their special value for today (Nov. 30, 2012). The tablet has a 7″ 800 X 480-resolution display with a capacitive multi-touch screen, 1GB processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage (expandable via microSD card), built-in WiFi, and 0.3-megapixel front camera and 2.0-megapixel
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Last fall, I told you how one of my family members was using an iPad and some apps as he recovered from a stroke. There are a lot of people, like George, who are non-verbal or speech-impaired due to a neurological disorder or brain trauma. There have been many approaches to helping them communicate, and TalkingTILES
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Lets face it, your Android phone’s fine for texting once in a while, but the small screen and even the best virtual keyboards aren’t the ideal for long and frequent message exchanges. MightyText is an app that installs on your phone, and as long as your phone is connected to the internet and you’ve got
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I don’t know how the weather is in your part of the world right now, but here in southern Indiana, we’re already having some sub 30 degree mornings. That means glove weather for me. Regular gloves and smartphones with capacitive displays don’t get along well together. I’ve reviewed a couple different capacitive friendly gloves in
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M-Edge is a long-time producer of cases and covers for eBook readers, tablets, and other gadgets. They have just announced the Trina Turk for M-Edge Collection of accessories designed with colorful Trina Turk signature prints. There are a couple of book-style covers for the Kindle Fire or the iPad that incorporate satin fabrics with microfiber
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The Lethal Protection Life-Phorm has to be the creepiest gadget mount / stand I’ve seen so far. It looks like something the Mars Rover might bring back from its mission in space. Made of powder coated metal and rubber, the Life-Phorm has been designed to hold tablet computers, smart phones and cameras with its adjustable insect-like
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I am a huge advocate for using screen protection on tech-gear. I cannot remember the last time I did not use one on any of my devices, from my MacBook Air to my Suunto Elemental Terra watch. Dorky as it sounds, when a good deal on protectors hits the Net, I buy them for friends
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