Nexus 7 tablet announced

There are very few good, original movies these days. Most of what hits the silver screens are prequels as well as sequels of a particular franchise, and the audience continue to lap it up regardless. Well, I guess the same can be said of hardware, especially in the consumer electronics realm – narrowing it down to portable devices like smartphones and tablets. From the Samsung Galaxy S, we have seen it “grow” to end up at the Galaxy S4 at the moment, while the iPhone has ended up as the iPhone 5 till today, with whispers of an iPhone 5S or iPhone 6 on the way. The Asus-manufactured Nexus 7 tablet is no different, and it is all set to embrace a next generation model, simply known as the new Nexus 7. Just what kind of hardware can you expect this sequel to carry? For starters, this 7” tablet is touted to boast of the highest resolution for a 7” tablet in the world – at 1,920 x 1,200 pixels on its 10-point touch IPS panel at 323ppi pixel density. Apart from that, a quad-core 1.5GHz S4 Pro Qualcomm processor would keep it chugging along nicely without any slowdown, where it is accompanied by an Adreno 320 GPU, 2GB RAM, and Android 4.3 Jelly Bean right out of the box. Should you wish to hook up the new Nexus 7, it can do so via NFC, Bluetooth 4.0 and 802.11n connectivity, with the option of wireless charging capability thrown into the mix. In front lies a 1.2-megapixel shooter, while at the back there is a 5-megapixel camera. Going on sale via Google’s online store in the US, expect the new Nexus 7 to hit other markets in due time. For those who were hoping that the next generation Nexus 7 tablets will arrive with the same price tags as before, you will be slightly disappointed. After all, better hardware does command a higher price point, does it not? Good thing Google and Asus have managed to keep overall costs relatively low still, where the 16GB model will retail for $229, which is $30 more expensive than its predecessor, but still a whole lot more affordable than the cheapest iPad mini. As for those who want to pick up the 32GB Nexus 7, you will have to fork out $269 for it.

Source : coolest-gadgets.com

JBL WR2.4 headphones introduced

When it comes to the world of headphones, making a particular purchase decision is not all that easy. After all, there are so many models to choose from, and you do not want to end up forking out money for something that does not offer as much bang for your buck as you wished. Well, one name that I am quite sure is able to serve up decent value for money would be JBL, and one of their latest headphones would be the JBL WR2.4. Of course, right off the bat, most folks would notice that the JBL WR2.4 headphones is missing the cord, which is an all too common feature in majority of the headphones out there, leading us to only one conclusion – this is a wireless device which will hopefully live up to the family name.
In a nutshell, without a cable to tether the JBL WR2.4 headphones to a compatible music playback device, you will be able to enjoy untethered freedom to move around, as long as the headphones remain within range, that is. We are looking at approximately 100 feet (30 meters) of reception range, while the nuilt-in rechargeable batteries will let you extend freedom from the AC outlet, too, delivering up to eight hours of continuous playtime.
Apart from wireless convenience, the JBL WR2.4 headphones have also been specially designed to be comfortable to wear, too. It is lightweight in nature, and comes with generously sized padded cups as well as a fully adjustable headband. This would allow you to wear the wireless headphones without suffering from fatigue or feeling hot between the head despite wearing it for an extended period of time. The WR2.4 headphones comes with semi-closed back acoustics to deliver naturally enhanced sound quality via their 18 Hz to 20 kHz sound range, while it has an uncompromising 2.4 GHz digital bandwidth for reception that remains untainted by transmission noise, sporting 32-ohm impedance to deliver a wide range of listening volumes. Running on a pair of AAA batteries, the JBL WR2.4 headphones can be yours for $99.95 per pair.

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iPad Pocket Projector

I clearly remember when I first caught sight of a pocket projector – it certainly bowled me over with the possibilities, but after getting one, I rarely used it. Come to think of it, it has seen action just a handful of times, so much so that I can even count it on a single hand. I suppose it does not cater to my needs, but enough market research and case studies must have been done in order for pico projectors to be approved and manufactured. Those who tend to make business presentations on the go might find this $249.95 iPad Pocket Projector a boon, especially when you need to throw that money making pitch among a group of potential investors, instead of meeting them one by one. The iPad Pocket Projector says it all, where it can hook up directly to an iPad for it to instantly display enlarged views of photos, movies, and presentations. It will arrive in a physical form factor that is smaller than a smartphone, tipping the scales at under 5 ounces, where it will plug into your iPad’s 30-pin charging port, making your iPad look like some sort of Borg entity. In a nutshell, you can transform a small room into a mini movie theater of sorts sans complicated setup or cables. The iPad Pocket Projector will come with a 35-lumen LED that delivers 6″ to 60″ diagonal images from 8″ to 78″ away with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Unfortunately, the projector’s resolution maxes out at 640 x 480 pixels, but thankfully there is a manual focus wheel that helps you fine-tune image clarity, alongside controls for the audio level. The LED itself has been rated for 20,000 hours, and it will play nice with all iPads, the iPhone 4S, 4, 3GS, and third and fourth generation iPod touch.

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New Trent Airbender Mini now available

So, you have decided to pick up a spanking new iPad mini for yourself, and want to take all the necessary precautions to ensure that it remains as scratch free as possible, at least until the next generation iPad mini arrives, so that you can sell off your current iPad mini at the highest price possible? That is definitely a thought, but I prefer to look at gadgets this way – it is always best to maximize its purpose, and if it involves using said device without any protective case or screen protector so that it will not sully the efforts made by the device’s designers, then so be it, never mind the fact that there is the very real possibility of me introducing the concept of scratches to my shiny new device. Well, the New Trent Airbender Mini sort of brings the best of both worlds, and it also ups the productivity ante for iPad mini owners, too. Basically, the New Trent Airbender Mini has been touted to be the ideal portable case solution for those who want maximum protection for their iPad mini, regardless of where they are, whether they are at home, in the office or in the great outdoors. The outdoors? Yup, that is correct, this bad boy will come with a shock and splash resistant case, thanks to a rubberized exterior which will ensure that all openings are properly plugged, all the while offering full-body protection to the iPad mini without hindering usability.
Not only that, it comes with the convenience of a removable iPad mini case that has an integrated screen protector, ensuring that scratches and smudges will never get to your beloved iPad mini, all without sacrificing on touch screen sensitivity. Sporting an ultra low-profile, built-in keyboard, it will hook up to the iPad mini via Bluetooth, ensuring you can type out all those documents in a jiffy, with great ease and comfort. If you are interested, the New Trent Airbender Mini can be yours for $39.95 a pop.

Source : coolest-gadgets.com

Moshi debuts second generation Codex case

When it comes to your brand new notebook, just how far would you go to ensure that it looks and remains in pristine condition as far and as much as possible? Some of us would do things like purchase a protective sleeve for it, while others would go the extra mile and have one of those keyboard protectors, to make sure that the keyboard of the notebook itself will not be left “naked” to the threats of dust settling in between the keys, where that will definitely reduce the amount of performance you can enjoy from your notebook in due time. Well, here would be a solution for paranoid androids out there – a second generation of Moshi’s protective Codex case for the MacBook Air as well as Retina MacBook Pro. This new version will boast of an aerodynamic profile alongside stylish new design details, and the Codex MacBook case plays nice with all models of Apple’s MacBook Air and Retina MacBook Pro laptops. Codex can be described as a modern, lightweight carrying case that has been specially tailored for the MacBook family, delivering not only protection but insulation as well from the daily wear and tear, while making sure you look good even as you work.
On the outside, the Moshi Codex will be made out of a kind of high-resilience polymeric hybrid material which delivers a sleek, brushed metal-like appearance. These next generation Codex cases have also been updated where they will include an attractive binding to deliver additional durability and style. Not only that, the Codex for MacBook Air also comes with a newly curved, aerodynamic aesthetic, making sure that the main reason you purchased your MacBook Air – for it to remain slim, will also be recognizable after slipping the Codex on. The Codex will be available in both Steel Black and Brushed Titanium for the 13” MacBook Air and 13” Retina MacBook Pro for $70 a pop, while it comes in Steel Black for the 11” MacBook Air at $65, with the 15” Retina MacBook Pro version going for $75.

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Chipster iPhone Case takes minimalist cases a bit too far

When you go out and buy a new smartphone, you usually end up dropping a couple hundred bucks, if not more. So it makes sense to spend a little extra money to protect your investment. I’m not talking about those extended warranties that don’t help when you drop your phone and crack the screen. No, I’m talking about cases that save your phone when you drop it. It’s a smart idea, since buying a new phone the second time around tends to cost even more, since you won’t be paying that subsidized cost. With that in mind, I have an interesting case to show you today.

The Chipster iPhone Case has to be one of the most confusing products I’ve seen in a while. Generally, the reason a person buys a smartphone case is to protect their phone. So at the very least, it has a nice rubber or plastic coating that can take drops, hits, and scrapes like a champ. So why on earth would you make a case out of chipboard? If you’re not familiar with chipboard, it’s basically just a thick paper stock made from recycled materials. What’s more, it only covers the top and bottom of the iphone on the front. Even the sides are completely exposed.
The only feature that this case has is that it can store up to three credit cards. While that is a nice feature to have, plenty of other cases offer it. And while the $25 price isn’t exactly expensive, you can find others in that price range that are actually going to offer some protection for your phone.
Source: ChipChick

DynamoGo Powered R/C Cars

If there is one particular bane of modern day toys and gadgets, it would be this – most of them would require some sort of power source to run. The kids who grew up in the 1980s (and earlier) had their fair share of toys that did not require batteries, such as dolls and action figures, although there were also other toys like little robots of Nintendo’s Game & Watch which required batteries. Remote controlled cars and robots have always run on batteries, but this time around, the trend is bucked with the introduction of the $19.99 DynamoGo Powered R/C Cars. As its name suggests, the DynamoGo Powered R/C Cars would not need any kind of batteries to keep it going. All you need to do is crank it up with your hand, and you are good to go. Each purchase will come in either red or green shades, so hopefully you end up with one that matches the color in your home. Of course, having to crank these puppies up each time before you play also means the amount of play time is rather limited, and you might have to do far more cranking than actual playing in the long run, but think of the amount of moolah you would have saved in the long run from not purchasing batteries!

Source : coolest-gadgets.com

Vinylize turns old records into glasses

The last few years have given rise to a new breed of people. They can be found at vegan coffee shops, using the Instagram app to take “artistic” photos of their coffee next to a book that looks interesting, so that they can tweet it to their friends. We call these people “hipsters.” When not in a coffee shop, you can also find them in record stores, letting you know why you shouldn’t listen to music unless it’s on vinyl, because digital music is an affront to your ears. Hipsters do tend to be fashionable, which is why I’m not surprised to see a company making glasses that are marketed to this specific demographic.

Now don’t get me wrong, I understand the appeal of listening to vinyl. I just think that some people take it to an extreme. A company called Vinylize is more than happy to take money from these people however. By bonding a vinyl record with cellulose acetate, they are able to cut out the frames for a pair of glasses that will let everyone know just how much you love your records.
The glasses come in a variety of styles, including the classic hipster frames that you see above. You’re going to be paying a hefty premium on these, however. For a pair of sunglasses, you’re looking at around $440. If you want prescription lenses, you’ll need to send them an email for a quote. I actually think the concept of recycling old records is a great one, however, the price is going to be hard for all but the most fanatical of vinyl lovers.
Source: Gizmag

Selfloops announces Android ANT+ accessory

Selfloops as well as ANT+ have come together to roll out what they call the Android ANT+ accessory, which so happens to be a smartphone charger which would allow Android connectivity to the ANT+ ecosystem that comprises of sport, fitness and health products. This particular Android ANT+ Accessory would end up as the gateway for millions of current Android devices (those that run on Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread and higher) to display a wide array of data including heart rate, foot speed and distance, bike speed, power and cadence from any certified ANT+ sensor, all the while linking Android applications to the millions of available ANT+ products that are manufactured by such notable brands including Garmin, Timex, and Geonaute.
Selfloops co-founder, Christian Del Rosso, said, “We’re extremely excited to now offer this innovative accessory to consumers. This is the only smartphone accessory that will enable ANT+ in Android devices with versions 2.3.4 and higher, which covers over 85% of the Android installed base. Existing solutions only cover Android 3.1 and upward (43% of the installed base) so we are thrilled to offer a device that brings ANT+ to the mass population of Android users.”
The Android ANT+ Accessory would hook up to an Android device using USB, where it also doubles up as a charger, which would extend the battery life of a connected smartphone. The accessory itself will adhere to the Android USB Accessory Protocol, hence it would also play nice with devices which so happen to miss out on USB OTG (on-the-go) capabilities. Applications that were written using the official Android ANT APIs from ANT Wireless will be 100% compatible with the Selfloops Android ANT+ Accessory. For those who are interested, Selfloops happens to have developed a couple of ANT+ Android apps (Selfloops and Selfloops Group Fitness) which can be downloaded the Google Play Store. The Selfloops Android ANT+ Accessory will burn a $115 hole in your pocket, and if you place a pre-order now, expect it to ship later this October.

Source :coolest-gadgets.com

MicroMax LED Pocket 100X Microscope For iPhone

“There’s an app for that” has been a pretty popular phrase which has been thrown around for quite some time already, and we are quite sure that the iPhone might be the only smartphone you will ever need – at least until the next iteration of the iPhone hits the market. Well, here is a piece of hardware that you might be interested in to bring your iPhone’s capabilities over to the next level – with the $19.99 MicroMax LED Pocket 100X Microscope For iPhone. If curiosity is your middle name, then this iPhone accessory would fit you to a ‘T’. The MicroMax LED Pocket 100X Microscope For iPhone comes with a zoom and focus dial, and is not only lightweight but also portable to boot. You will be able to use the MicroMax 100x microscope to explore a whole new world of details, regardless of whether it is your poorly bitten nails, to plants, squashed bugs, and who knows, the ticks that you “harvested” from your pet dog? It has a magnifying power of up to 60-100x, and will come with an integrated light as well as rubber eye piece.

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VTech InnoTab 3 tablet for kids

Kids learn from their parents by example, so the old “do as I say, and not as I do” saying does not apply here. In fact, living out such a principle could prove to be very damaging to your little ones as they grow up in the years ahead. Kids who see their parents carry a tablet around too, want to have a tablet that they can call their own. The thing is, kids are not the most tech savvy bunch of people out there, and neither can you guarantee that they are the most careful tablet users, too. If only there was a company that rolled out tablets which target just kids alone, and VTech steps in to fill this void in the form of the InnoTab 3 tablet for kids.
Needless to say, with a name like the InnoTab 3, you can be sure that there were prequels before this, and it will continue from where the popular InnoTab 2S left off. In fact, the InnoTab 2S can be said to be one of the first children’s learning tablets equipped with with Wi-Fi connectivity, and the InnoTab 3 will be able to pack quite a powerful punch in a compact size and a price that parents would not cringe at, making it the ideal first learning tablet for your little ones. InnoTab 3 will be able to introduce children to a world of age-appropriate educational content thanks to VTech’s comprehensive app store called the Learning Lodge. How apt! With the Learning Lodge, one can explore hundreds of games, e-books, videos, and music among others.
Hardware specifications of the VTech InnoTab 3 include a 4.3” touchscreen display, a new directional pad and tilt sensor, a 2-megapixel, 180° rotating camera with over 55 photo features and special effects, a quartet of different media players (e-book reader, MP3 music player, photo viewer and video player), 2GB of internal memory that can be further expanded via a microSD memory card slot, an e-book, “What’s that Noise?” right out of the box, as well as free downloadable desktop themes to boot. The InnoTab 3 will retail for $69.99 a pop when it is available.

Source : coolest-gadgets.com