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23 octobre 2009

Kensington's Sound-Amplified Car Mount for iPhone

The Kensington Windshield/Vent Car Mount with Sound Amplified Cradle for iPhone is a car mount that's specifically designed to be used with a turn-by-turn GPSnavigation app. What makes this mount special is that the cradle acoustically amplifies your iPhone's speaker so that GPS instructions can be heard clearly. It comes with a windshield mount, vent mount, and four sets of rubber inserts that work with any iPhone, with or without a case.

There are two separate mounting types which the cradle can be attached to. Both the windshield and vent mounts hold the cradle quite well, but I definitely recommend the windshield mount over the vent mount.

The windshield mount uses a lockable suction cup that's incredibly secure and simple to attach to your windshield. I like it because it uses a flexible neck which bends at any point and stays there relatively well. This means that you can easily adjust it to the perfect viewing angle.

The vent mount securely hooks onto most air vents with spring-loaded clips. There is one ball joint that allows you to change the viewing angle of the cradle and it's surprisingly rugged. Most vent mounts don't work well but this one is solid. Again, I recommend the windshield mount, but if you can't mount something to your windshield, it works quite well.

The cradle has been designed to accommodate the iPhone, iPhone 3G, and the iPhone 3GS without any adjustments. A spring-loaded clamp holds your device securely and only requires one hand to insert or remove your phone. Kensington also touts the cradle's ability to hold an iPhone even when it's in a case. I found that my iPhone sat comfortably in the cradle even while it was in an Incase Slider. Just be advised that each case is different so your mileage may vary.

The cradle also rotates 180 degrees for landscape viewing in either direction. The actual rotation mechanism seems to be sturdily made since it's part of the cradle, not the mounting armatures.

Of course the most important feature is the sound amplification. I found that the cradle does, in fact, increase speaker volume enough to hear GPS instructions; even on the highway. It does this by acoustically redirecting speaker audio through the bottom of the cradle and out the left side. Rubber inserts sized to fit the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, and iPhone with or without a case are provided to create a seal around the speaker. These worked pretty well with my Slider, although you'll get the best sound amplification without a case.

For those who plug their iPhone into their car's stereo system, this mount also allows access to both the dock connector and headphone jack.

Overall, the Kensington Windshield/Vent Car Mount with Sound Amplified Cradle for iPhone is an incredibly well made car mount. I can definitely tell that Kensington put a lot of thought into this product. It's a must-have for anybody with a GPS navigation app on their iPhone. I highly recommend it.

Price: $ 39.99
View the product's website here.

17 septembre 2009

Vuzix Wrap 310: Turn Your iPhone into a Home Theatre

The iPhone’s 3.5″ screen is one of the most gorgeous displays out there on a cellphone, let alone a portable device. It’s always fun to watch YouTube videos and movies on the amazing touchscreen. But what about when you want to take your iPhone entertainment to another level?

Vuzix Wrap 310: Your iPhone = Portable Home Theatre

Coming later this fall, Vuzix is releasing their Wrap 310, a pair of “video eyewear” glasses that are iPhone compatible. Here’s a quick list of highlights:

Video

* Twin high-resolution 428 x 240 LCD widescreen displays

* Ultra-low video distortion

* Equivalent to a 55-inch screen viewed from ten feet (approximately 3 m)

* 24-bit true color (16 million colors)

* Adjustable brightness, contrast and color saturation

* 60Hz progressive scan update rate

* 26 degree diagonal field of view

* 2-3/8″ intraocular distance (IOD)

Audio

* Detachable premium quality noise-isolating earphones

* Includes 3 sizes of noise isolation inserts

Performance

* Supports 4:3 and 16:9 display formats

* Works with 2D video

* Works with all common 3D video formats including side-by-side and multiple anaglyph formats

* Includes “Vuzix Auto-3D”, automatic 3D detection technology

* Six hours use with 2 AA alkaline batteries (included)

* Video Zoom mode

* On-Screen Display for video display adjustment

Versatility

* Connects directly to all video devices with composite video

* Wrap Multi-Connect port for optional adaptors for broad video device compatibility

* Wrap Mini-Port connector for optional expansion devices

* Use with NTSC or PAL video source

* Wearable over most prescription eyeglasses

* Independent +2 to -5 diopter focus adjustment

* Changeable lens

Comfort

* Adjustable, hypo-allergenic nosepiece

* Weighs less than three ounces

* Nine foot visual focus – reading glasses not required

* Ultra-thin cabling

I haven’t tried “video eyewear” before, but it’ll be interesting to see how these perform. I will be getting a sample in a couple months so expect a full review up on the blog. Can’t wait to watch The Dark Knight on my iPhone hooked up to the Wrap 310 while I’m driving or when I’m walking around Stanley Park. It’s gonna be swaa-weeeeeet!

[vuzix]

14 septembre 2009

Dual SIM Card adaptor Platinum 3G HSDPA

With Simore Platinum, go up a gear
Platinum is the latest generation intelligent device enabling you to install two SIM cards in one mobile phone. Dual SIM Card is universal and installed directly into the slot of your SIM card.

Platinum has been developed to support 3G and HSDPA networks and designed to be easily integrated into all phones, even those with an extremely thin SIM card slot such as the Apple iPhone, HTC, Nokia, LG, Samsung, Blackberry, etc… This brand new Dual SIM Card supports USIM and SIM cards from all mobile phone operators and allows users to take full advantage of Internet access and video connections via 3G networks – UMTS – WCDMA – HSDPA (High Data transfer speed)

Platinum guarantees connections to GSM, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA, UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA

- Once inserted into your mobile, the Simore menu will automatically appear in the main menu of your phone. (You can also bring up the menu by dialling the Simore keyboard shortcut # 99) *
- The Simore menu allows you to manage your two numbers and to define your settings.
- You can switch from one number to the other in two clicks.
To achieve high quality products, Simore uses innovative and futuristic designs, together with the latest flexible printed circuit board technologies (Technology CoF)
Our focus on manufacturing quality, combined with excellent product components, allows us to create “best in class” products.
The micro-controller (high capacity) chip is now covered with film protection to ensure a safe use during handling.

Choose quality and enjoy a top-of-the-range product.

Simore Platinum has an active internal memory allowing you to store, manage and protect your contacts and personal information (secret agenda, confidential directory, secret SMS, etc. ..).
This Dual SIM Adaptor includes an encrypted SMS function which allows you to send and receive confidential information.
To use the “SMS encrypted” the mobile phone must support the storing or copying of received SMS messages in the SIM card memory.
The Platinum version requires the cutting of your SIM cards. Our system is reversible. We provide in every pack two recovery tools that enable you to restore your SIM cards to their original form and place each of them into two separate phones.

Integrate 2 SIM cards in your mobile
Certified ISO – 7816
Compatible with both GSM and 3G mobile
Multi-language menu (ENG-FRE-GER-ITA-SPA)
Manual switch
Automatic switch (flexible duration)
Name and display the active SIM card
Protected internal memory
Secret agenda secured by a password
Secret directory secured by a password
Send and receive encrypted SMS
Secured storage of encrypted SMS
Support GSM network
Support GPRS network
Support EDGE network
Support CDMA network
Support UMTS – 3G network
Support WCDMA network
Support HSDPA network
Shortcut function

http://www.mobil365.se/2009/09/13/dual-sim-card-adaptor-platinum-3g-hsdpa/

The BookArc Turns Your Macbook into a Desktop

A few weeks ago, we told you about the Backpack shelf for you iMac. Now we bring you the BookArc, a sleek and aesthetically pleasing product acts as a desktop stand for your Macbook.

Apart from freeing up valuable desk space, the BoookArc turns your Macbook into a mini-desktop tower. This is capable of holding any Macbook design - from the Macbook Air to the 17-inch Macbook Pro - thanks to its three different sized, scratch-free, silicone cushions. It has silicone footpads for extra grip and to protect your desk surface. Twelve South, the designers of this product, also claim that this can speed up the performance of your Macbook. Free Shipping for a limited time at the price of $ 49.99. If you’re with a team or company buying with a group of 6, get a discount at $ 249.99 for a 6-pack.

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4 septembre 2009

Novothink Announces Solar Surge Integrated Solar Panel Case for iPod, iPhone 3G, 3GS

http://www.novothink.com/products/nt01/

Recently, accessory company Novothink released the Solar Surge, an integrated solar panel on the back of a case allows you to charge your iPhoneor iPod soley from sunpower without the need for any other energy source. According to inhabitat, the unit includes an additional USB cable that can help you charge your device should there be no sunlight in your vicinity.

The device includes four LED indicators let you know whether you have sufficient light source for solar charging and approximately how much charge level remains in your case. When all four indicators are green, the Surge is fully charged. And when your device is not in the case, the Solar Surge stores power in an internal battery.

These chargers are the first to be licensed by Apple and only work on the iPhone 3G and 3GS models. Novothink will have them on the shelves for fall of 2009 at a price of about $70 before shipping and handling.