News, reviews and articles about tablets and ultra portable computers and accessories.
The STM Cache for iPad bag is a perfect fit for a full-sized iPad or other 10″ tablet. It has organizer pockets under the flap for cables or other small gear, and there’s a hidden zipper pocket on the front flap for your cell phone. The Cache has a grab handle and a shoulder strap. […]
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As any self-respecting gadgeteer parent, I put a lot of thought towards the appropriate gadgets for my son. As Christmas approached last year I had decided to get him a tablet, and had my list down to the V-Tech and LeapPad Tablets when V-Tech offered one for a review. Unfortunately (for me) last Christmas was a hot season
V-Tech InnoTab Tablet for children review Read More
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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Combining all the features of a mouse, keyboard and joystick, the Ringbow is a Bluetooth device worn on the finger that complements your Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet, or similar device. The Ringbow includes a D-pad button with 9 control directions. It can be used to by itself or in conjunction with a touchscreen device, giving a more
Ringbow – Give your tablet the finger Read More
Regular readers of The Gadgeteer will be no strangers to Saddleback Leather Company products. You probably wouldn’t consider their leather products as haute couture, but rather as hardwearing and functional pieces. (Their motto is “They’ll fight over it when you’re dead.” 🙂 ) While I didn’t specifically purchase their Medium Gadget Sleeve for my Google
Saddleback Leather medium gadget sleeve for the Google Asus Nexus 7 review Read More
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
XtremeGuard Screen Protector review Read More
If your household is like mine, you have a lot of USB-chargeable devices that require a lot of chargers. And like me, you’re probably running out of places to plug them up. Kanex can take care of charging up to two devices, even two tablets, at once with their DoubleUp USB charger for iPhone, iPod,
Kanex DoubleUP USB charger can charge two iPads at once Read More
Did you buy a Nexus 7 16GB between the 14th and 29th of October just before the release of the 32GB model and the subsequent price drop on the 16GB model? Well if you did and you bought it from the Google Play store then you’re eligible for a refund under Google’s Price Protection Policy. Fill
Google might want to give you money for buying a Nexus 7 Read More
Lunatik originally came on the gadget scene with their iPad nano watch straps. They’ve since expanded to offer capacitive styluses. The latest of which is the Chubby. Made of high-grade silicone rubber, the Chubby features a soft touch grip suitable for large and small hands. Available in your choice of 5 colors, the Lunatik Chubby is affordable
Lunatik Chubby is a stylus you can wrap your hand around Read More
A couple days ago, I announced that I would be trying 2 experiments. Both involved giving up my 13″ Macbook Air in favor of a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Android tablet and a Google Chromebook. The plan was to use a devices for 5 full days to see if it could cut it as my
Microsoft has just announced how much usable space you’ll get with your Surface Tablet with RT, and no you won’t be getting the full capacity. After allowing for binary conversion, recovery provision and the software itself, the 32GB model will have 16GB and the 64GB model will have 45GB available to store your music, photos and files. You
Microsoft Surface Tablet with RT – 16GB and 45GB models available? Read More
When I received my Nexus 7, I knew I wanted some sort of cover. I know it’s a pity to cover up such slim and sleek items, but you do have to protect them while you’re out and about, or it’s thrown into your gadget bag. It actually fit really well into my Leatherback
eBay slim magnetic smart cover hard case stand for Google Asus Nexus 7 Tablet review Read More
Power – it’s what runs a Gadgeteer’s digital lifestyle. Until solar power is everywhere or we discover a perpetual motion machine or invent the Mr. Fusion Home Energy Reactor that works on kitchen waste, I guess we’ll just have to deal with power plugs and wall warts. So, what about those who travel to other
Arctic Charger Pro 4 Rev. 2 review Read More
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
Tidy your desk with the Cube and Clutch stands from Cooler Master Read More
For a true cross-platform interoperability reading experience you really can’t beat Amazon’s “eco-system”. Well Windows 8 users won’t miss out on their Amazon books either, as Amazon releases its Kindle Reader for Windows 8. Available from the Windows 8 app Store, the reader supports both Windows 8 and Windows RT. And it supports all the functionality we’ve
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If you are a cook who likes to use a tablet to access recipes and food prep videos while whipping up your culinary delights, you should check into the Belkin Kitchen Cabinet Mount. Instead of taking up valuable work space on a kitchen counter like some tablet stands, this mount attaches to an existing overhead
Cook up something tasty with the help of the Belkin Universal Kitchen Cabinet Mount Read More
The Tablet Travel Case from Waterfield Designs is a small padded bag made to fit a small tablet and all the associated peripherals you need while you’re travelling. It’s rain-resistant and can easily be thrown into another backpack, purse or gadget bag. It’s a way of keeping all your bits and bobs organised and close
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Microsoft has its Surface Tablet with Windows RT available for pre-order on their store. In the US, pricing starts at $499 for the 32GB model without a cover going up to $699 for the 64GB model with included Black Touch Cover. Purchased separately the Touch Cover in white is $119.99 and the Black Type Cover is $$129.99,
Microsoft Surface RT Tablet pricing revealed Read More
After a long wait, GoPro has finally released their app for controlling your GoPro via your smartphone or tablet with their WiFi BacPac. The current version of the app gives you full control of your camera settings and live previews. However, it’s still not all picture perfect. The additional functions – like being able to share
GoPro App available (finally) Read More