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Holiday Gadgets 2012 - Portable Accessories
Portable Media, Storage, Power, Cases, Health
by Douglas Dixon
Smartphones and tablets are designed as single-user devices, but we also love to share our fun and discoveries. Portable accessories can enhance our personal experience with our devices, and help share with others.
Holiday Gadgets 2012 - Portable Accessories
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Media Accessories
Power and Storage Accessories
Personal Accessories
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Smartphones are great entertainment centers that we can pull out whenever we have some down time to listen to music or watch videos, but they also still do have that old-fashioned telephone part as well. As a result, audio earphones and headphones are providing more support for dual use, with mini controllers to adjust the volume, skip through tracks, and switch between playback and calls.
Plantronics - Voyager Legend Headset
Updated classic.
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- Smart headset with audio clarity and all-day comfort
- Smart Call Routing - Senses placing headset on ear
- Automatically answer call, direct call to headset/phone, play/pause music
- Multi-Point Bluetooth - Pair two phones, answer calls from either
- Pair: Press and hold Call (on side)
- Battery - up to 7 hours talk / 11 days standby; Charge in 90 min.
- iPhone on-screen battery meter, Android Find MyHeadset
- Separate buttons: Volume, Power on back; Call on side,
- Mute / Voice / Play/pause on arm
- Proprietary charging connection - magnetric snap fit (not microUSB)
- 4 x 0.4 x 2.5 in., 0.6 oz (18 g)
- 9/12 - $99.99
- http://www.plantronics.com/us/product/voyager-legend
Find the Plantronics Voyager Legend Headset
on Amazon.com |
- Precision audio - Multi-microphones - Optimize voice, minimize wind, movement, background noise
- Noise canceling
- Triple-mic active Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
- Internal, adaptive 20-band equalizer; Acoustic echo cancellation, Sidetone detection
- Wind canceling
- Stainless steel windscreens
- Acoustic fabric mesh blocks wind; Electronic filter in mic circuitry
- Caller announce & Voice commands
- Announces incoming caller's name, say "answer" or "ignore"
- “What can I say?” for list of commands
- Tap voice button to check battery level, connection status, dial Vocalyst to hear emails, newsfeeds
- Moisture Protection - against rain, sweat and coffee spills - P2i technology - liquid repellent nano-coating
- Apps - Find MyHeadset for Android - locate your headset
- Send a tone, track last usage on BackTrack map; Updater - Change language, sensor, other settings
Plantronics - BackBeat GO Wireless Earbuds
Updated classic.
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- Music + media + calls; Light, comfortable fit
- Stereo Bluetooth up to 33 feet
- Sound‐isolating buds, 6mm neodymium speakers
- Secure, comfortable fit
- 3 sizes cushioned eartips, optional in-ear stabilizers
- Thin, flat, tangle‐free cable
- Noise cancellation - Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
and full duplex echo cancellation
- Inline controls - Call - Answer/end call, play/pause
- Power (press and hold to pair, tap for battery level)
- Volume (hold to skip tracks, tap both to mute)
- Headset battery meter onscreen for iPhone and iPad
- Plantronics MyHeadset app for Android battery meter
- Nano-coating protects against sweat and moisture
- Up to 4.5 hrs talk, 4 hrs listening, 10 days standby; 2.5 hrs charge
- microUSB charging
- 0.458 oz, 13 grams
- http://www.plantronics.com/us/product/backbeat-go
- 3/12 - $99.99 ($69) - Black and white
Find the Plantronics BackBeat GO Earbuds
on Amazon.com |
Yurbuds - Ironman Inspire - Sport Earphones
Lock on, don't sweat off.
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- Rugged, water-resistant and sweat proof - for vigorous conditions
- Twist lock - for secure fit even under intense workout
- Soft comfort fit - medical grade silicone, designed to avoid nerve rich areas of ear
- Sound quality - acoustics for deeper, richer sound
- High performance neodymium driver, 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Kevlar cable, 4 ft.
- www.yurbuds.com
- Ironman Inspire - $49
- Ironman Endure - over the ear, $29
- Endure Pro / Inspire Pro
3-button control & in-line dry mic, $59
Find the Yurbuds Sport Earphones
on Amazon.com |
Apple
EarPods - with Remote and Mic (9/12)
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- 9/12 - iPhone 5, iPod touch gen 5, iPod nano gen 7
- Deeper, richer bass tones
- More natural fit, stable in ear
- Increased durability, greater protection from sweat and water
- Remote and Mic - Control music and video play, answer and end calls
- Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic - $29
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Audiofly AF33 / AF45 / AF56 / AF78 Premium Earphones with Dual Drivers
Separate the sound.
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- Premium in-ear headphones for music lovers and discerning consumers
- All with noise-isolating in-ear design, up to 23db noise attenuation
- Clear-Talk - mic separated from button mechanics for better voice
- AF33 - 9 mm dynamic driver
- Detailed sound reproduction across whole sonic spectrum
- AF45 - 10.7 mm dynamic driver
- Superb detail across the dynamic range
- Audioflex tangle free round cable with braided CORDURA fabric for abrasion resistance (AF 45/56)
- AF56 - 13mm dynamic driver
- Detail in upper mids and highs, well balanced punchy bass
- AF78 - Articulated dual drivers for reference quality sound
- Hybrid professional grade balanced armature driver with 9mm dynamic driver
- Separation across dynamic range; High end detail
and well-defined response in lower and mid frequencies
- Audioflex flat braided cable with kevlar reinforced conductors, CORDUR nylon outer sheath for strength and durability
- Freq. range: AF33 20-20 KHz, AF45/56 18-20, AF78 18-22
- Sensitivity: AF33 116 dB at 1kHz, AF45/56 118, AF78 108
- Cable 1.2 m, 3.5 mm gold plated
- AF78 $209, AF 33 $49
Find the Audiofly AF78 Earphones
on Amazon.com |
House of Marley
Design and unique earthy style. Wood, metal, fabric.
- Jammin’ collection - Youthful joyful vibe through colorful and vibrant style
- Freedom collection - High-end audio experience through modern and soulful design sensibilities
- Destiny collection - Pro-level audio components with beautiful, natural, and premium materials
With 52" fabric cords, Right-angled, 3.5-millimeter gold-plated connectors
House of Marley - Smile Jamaica In-ear Headphones, Jammin' collection
House of Marley - Zion In-ear Headphones, Freedom collection
House of Marley - Soul Rebel Over-ear Headphones, Jammin' collection
House of Marley - Revolution Over-ear Headphones, Jammin' collection
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- Lightweight padded headband from natural canvas
- Microphone and three-button controller
- Comfortable, soft leather ear cushions isolate outside sounds
- 40mm moving coiled drivers, 20 Hz - 20+ kHz frequency response
- Built with recyclable aluminum housing accents, steel, and canvas
- www.thehouseofmarley.com/headphones/revolution...
- $89.99
Find the Marley Revolution Headphones
on Amazon.com |
SOL Republic - Tracks - Modular / Interchangable Headphones
Design your own sound.
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- Interchangeable headphones: Headband + 2 ear speakers
+ cable with mic and controller
- Sound Track FlexTech headbands
- Polymer compound withstands abuse: Bend, twist
- ClearTalk cables: Omni-directional mic, controller for calls
- Sound Engine speakers
- V 8 - black - Deep bass and high clarity
- V10 - chrome - Deeper bass, higher vocal clarity, crisp vocals
- SonicSoft speaker pads and extra wide ear cushions
- Headphones and cables in 8 colors -
- Red, white, black, progressive purple, glitch grey, electro blue, dub orange, house pink
- Full Tracks headphone set: V8 $99.99, HD / V10 $129.99
- Separately: Headbands $29.99, Cables $19.99,
Speakers V8 $ 69.99 / V10 $ 89.99
- www.solrepublic.com
Find the SOL Republic Headphones
on Amazon.com
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Maxell Safe Soundz - Volume Limiting Headphones and Earbuds
Save the ears
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- Engineered specifically for kids, small size headband
- Safe listening - Parents control maximum decibel level
with volume limiting circuit technology
- Maximum output levels from 75db to 95db
- Ages 3-5 - Small size over the ear headphones - 75db max
- Ages 6-9 - Medium size headphones and earbuds - 85db max
- Ages 10-12 - Large size headphones and earbuds - 95db max
- Colorful one piece flexible silicone design with no removable parts
- Cushion headband pad and ear cups for comfort
- Colorful printed patterns in shades of blue, pink and purple
- From $9.99 to $19.99. At Toys''R''Us
- http://maxell-usa.com/index.aspx?id=63;66;734;0
Find the Maxell Safe Soundz Headphones
on Amazon.com |
Audio-Technica - ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint Headphones - Noise Reduction
95% Noise Reduction, with three modes.
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- Active noise cancellation up to 95%
- 3 cancellation modes optimized for travel, work, and study
- Mode 1: For airplanes, trains, and buses, maximum noise cancellation to low frequencies
- Mode 2: For noisy offices or crowded places, targets mid-range frequencies
- Mode 3: For quiet environments like libraries, creates a pristine, peaceful environment ideal for study
- 40mm drivers for crystal clear high fidelity audio reproduction
- Memory foam padding on headband and earcups
- Headphone works in passive mode even without battery
- Folds flat for storage
- Two detachable cables: 1.2 m (3.9') with 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini-plugs
- One with with inline microphone and controller for answering calls and controlling music
- Mic has omnidirectional pickup pattern for crisp intelligibility
- Supports products including iPhone, iPad, many iPod
- QuietPoint Active Noise Reduction
- Airplane / Mode 1: Up to 30 dB - 95% at 200 Hz - Blue light
- Office / Mode 2: Up to 30 dB - 95% at 300 Hz - Red light
- Study / Mode 3: Up to 20 dB - 85% at 200 Hz - Green light
- Driver: 40 mm, active noise-cancelling
- Frequency response 10 - 25,000 Hz; Input sensitivity 100 dB
- AAA Battery Life to 35 hours (Lithium), 25 hours (Alkaline), 20 hours (Rechargeable)
- Includes 2 cables, 6.3mm stereo adaptor, airline adapter, AAA battery, carry case.
- 7.8 oz (220 g) without cable and battery
- www.audio-technica.com/cms/headphones/939a5e9985fc5d2c/index.html
- PR 5/12 - www.audio-technica.com/cms/news/37486f3d347fdd60/index.html
- $349.95 / $265 street
Find the Audio-Technica ANC9 Headphones
on Amazon.com |
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Bring your favorite sounds on your iPhone or iPad, and then share the joy with portable speakers. Larger wired speakers can turn a handheld device into a boombox for the beach or a party. These often have integrated iPhone / iPod docks, or have audio input jacks to work with other devices.
Brookstone - Big Blue Live - Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
Big sound + speakerphone with controls.
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- Dual full-range 35mm stereo speakers, 4W total
- Down-firing passive radiator for bass
- Built-in mic for speakerphone calls
- Top controls: (Skip/Fast) Fwd/Back, Volume Up/Down, Power, Phone (Play/Pause)
- (Bluetooth - Push Next/Prev Track, Hold Scan Fwd/Back)
- Back: Power, microUSB charging, aux audio input
- Rechargable - up to 6 hours playback
- 5 x 2.5 x 2.36 in.
- $99.99
- BigBlueAudio.com
Find the Big Blue Live Speaker
on Amazon.com |
Brookstone - Mobile Mini Speaker
Bigger sound with a twist
Matrix Audio - Portable Speakers
- Powerful and portable
- Smaller than a pool ball (2 1/2 in.)
- Center twists open with accordion connection for more sound
- Xcavated Bass Amplifier (XBA)
- 3.5mm auxiliary audio input compatible with iPod, iPad, iPhone and most other portable audio devices / phones
- Rechargable battery - Charge through miniUSB connector, up to 14 hours playback.
- www.matrixaudio.com
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Matrix one - Portable Bluetooth speaker w/ Mic
- Powerful 45mm drivers, 3.5 watts
- Simple Bluetooth pairing, range up to 10 meters
- Speakerphone - Mic - Call answer / hang up
- Bluetooth play control - Play / pause (press), skip tracks (flick)
- Volume control (hold control left/right)
- miniUSB splitter cable for power (USB) and audio input (3.5mm)
- $79
Matrix nrg - Universal 3.5mm Portable Speaker
- Powerful 40mm drivers, 3 watts
- Audio output to chain multiple speakers
- Power switch, volume control, power light
- 3.5mm input cable wraps in bottom
- Durable rubberized or piano finish coating, 80 grams
- $29.99
Find the Matrix one and Matrix nrg
on Amazon.com |
HMDX Audio - Jam Bluetooth Portable Speaker
Sweet and strong sound in a portable package.
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- Bluetooth portable speaker - No wires, works up to 30 feet
- Works with smart phones, tablets, notebooks
- Creatively packaged in plastic jam jar by "flavors" - package is scented
- Sturdy, Main speaker on top, No slip bottom
- Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, up to 4 hours wireless, 12 hours wired
- Charge through microUSB connector, approx. 3 hours
- Power switch (bottom) - loud noise on power on (also connect/disconnect)
- Battery indicator (green/red), Bluetooth indicator
- Play/pause button (device), volume controls (local)
- Line-in audio jack for wired connection
- 2.8 x 2.8 x 2.5 in., 9.6 oz
- 6 colors/flavors: Apple (green), Apricot (orange), Blackberry (grey), Blueberry (blue), Grape (purple), Strawberry (red)
- www.hmdxaudio.com/products/jam-wireless-portable-speaker.html
- $49.99 ($40)
Find the HMDX Jam Portable Speaker
on Amazon.com |
Mighty Dwarf - 5W Resonating Speaker with microSD
Boost your devices's speaker with an external speaker, and boost the external speaker with resonating sound.
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- Vibration speaker with microSD card media player
- Surface resonating - 360 degree omni-directional sound
- Turns any hard surface into an audio sound system:
Wood, glass, metal, walls, mirrors, cardboard, etc.
- 5W Speaker, 80 Hz - 18 KHz, 2 Ohms
- Sticky gel pad base for better connection to surface
- Screw on mount on base
Glass mount (suction) or Wood mount (screw) accessories
- Speaker and player: MicroSD card reader to play MP3 files
- Mini USB connector to split cable - 3.5mm Stereo in / USB power
- Rechargable internal lithium battery
- Switch: Speaker / Off / MicroSD
- Play controls: Volume, Play/Pause, Next/Prev
- 2.25 in. tall x 2 in. diameter, 11.5 oz. (59 x 52 mm, 326 g)
- http://www.mightydwarf.com/product/5w-mighty-dwarf
- ~ $49, Black, Silver, Pink, Red, Blue, Green
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Smartphones like the iPhone 5 have grown into serious photo and video cameras. These now have the megapixel resolution, better lenses, and image processing to reasonably replace point-and-shoot cameras.
Olloclip 3-in-1 Photo Lens for iPhone 4/4s
Amazingly simple and clear.
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- Mini quick-connect lens with Fisheye, Wide-angle and Macro lenses
- Slides on corner of iPhone 4, aligns over camera (main/rear-facing)
- Flip orientation - Fisheye on one side, Wide-angle on other
- Unscrew Wide-Angle to expose Macro lens
- Fisheye - approximately 180 degree field-of-view
- Can tilt slightly for offset/vignetting in images
- Wide-angle (2X) - Doubles native iPhone viewing angle
- Macro (10X) - focus within 12 - 15mm (1/2 in.) of subject
- Barrels - anodized aircraft grade aluminum
- Lenses - precision ground glass multi-element optics
- Carrying bag made from microfiber material, doubles as lens cleaner
- 35 x 31 mm (1.37 x 1.22 in), 20 g (0.7 oz)
- http://olloclip.com/
- $69.99, black or red
Find the Olloclip 3-in-1 Lens
on Amazon.com |
Studio Neat - Glif - Tripod Mount and Stand for iPhone 4/s
Clever converter.
RHP Multimedia - MirrorCase
- Shoot photos / videos in relaxed horizontal position
- Sit phone / tablet on a flat surface to shoot event
- High quality mirror in raised end reflects scene into iPhone / iPad back mounted camera
- MirrorCase app corrects image to display properly
- Sturdy protective plastic shell with soft touch finish
- www.mirrorcase.com
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MirrorCase for iPhone 4/4S
- Use as comfortable shoulder and neck rest
- Also redirects flash for use as flashlight
- $49.95
MirrorCase for iPad 2 and new iPad - soon
- Horizontal slots support rear kickstand for various screen angles
- Acoustic Port redirects sound from speaker towards user
- Stylus storage compartment - Stylus, pen or pencil
- $79.99
Find the MirrorCase for iPhone
on Amazon.com |
3M - Projector Sleeve for iPhone 4 / 4s
Slide in and start the show
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- Project photos (slideshows) and videos from iPhone 4/4s
- Sleek and portable - Same size as iPhone
- DLP projector, LED light, 640 x 480, up to 35 lumens
- Projected image 10 - 60 in. diagonal
- Focus wheel - Sharpen picture
- Scene mode switch - Cinema (enhance color), Web (enhance text), Eco (decrease brightness for power saving)
- Rechargeable battery - 1850 mAh - Runs for 100 min.
- Charge thru microUSB - 4 hrs.
- Built-in phone charger - Charging mode button
- 4.96 x 2.68 x 0.79 in (126 x 68 x 20 mm), 4.4 oz (125 g)
- http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/...
- $229 / $218
Find the 3M Projector Sleeve
on Amazon.com |
Pivothead - Video Recording Sunglasses
Action cams - Whatcha looking at?
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- Video recording eyewear
- 1080p HD video & audio recording + 8MP photo image sensor
- 8 GB onboard memory - approx. 60 min. 1080p HD video.
- Still image capture during video
- Numerous control setting options
- Resolution, Auto focus / Exposure modes,
- Burst / Time lapse photos, Face tracking
- Lightweight - 4 models, 16 styles
- Impact-resistant frames, Polarized, Revo, Photochromic lenses
- Recon series - 3 interchangeable lenses - gray (polarized), yellow, clear
- Moab series - 2 different lenses depending on style, one polarized
- Aurora series - not polarized
- Durango series - polarized with exception of Chameleon model
- www.pivothead.com
- 7/12 - $349
Find the Pivothead Video Sunglasses
on Amazon.com |
- Simple to use - Power , Video/photo shutter buttons
- Status LEDs (power / charging / recording) - Battery low, Memory full
- Stops video recording after 30 min
- Easy to share - MicroUSB connector to upload to computer
- Set modes using shutter buttons
- Control setting software for Mac, PC, iOS w/ optional Air Pivothead
- Video - MP4 H.264, 1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps, 720p@30fps
- Audio on/off - AAC Mono, 44.1 kHz
- Photo - 8, 5, 3 MP image (3264x2446 JPG = 3 MB)
- Video focus - Auto, Fixed, Continuous, Macro
- Quick modes - Action / Sport / Power Save, Macro, Social, ...
- Photo focus - Auto, Macro; Burst - shots/sec
- ISO - Auto, 200, 800, 1600
- Photo/video options - Black & white, Face tracking, Time/date stamp
- Exposure - Auto, Bright outdoors, Low-light
Air Pivothead - Portable WiFi Drive / Router
Access Pivothead glasses -- plus SD and USB storage
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- Play, download from SD card, USB drive, and Pivothead Glasses
- Connect to Pivothead sunglasses
- Share 1080p HD videos and 8MP photos
- Connect USB flash drive or SD Card to share content and files
- Wirelessly download and stream videos, photos and music [upload coming]
- Creates WiFi hotspot - Share with up to 5 devices, including
- Use as wireless bridge to Internet
- Plug network cable into Ethernet port
- Can be used as an emergency USB charger (<500 mA)
- Access via Air Pivothead app or browser - 10.10.1.1
- Built-in Li-On battery - up to 3 hours of WiFi hotspot access
- 1 hour transfer from Pivothead Eyewear (also boost charge)
- Size of half-deck playing cards - 2.5 x 2 x 1 in. (60 x 50 x 25 mm)
- http://www.pivothead.com/products/air-pivothead-wifi-drive-1/air-pivothead-wifi-drive.html#
- 10/12 - $99
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- Free Air Pivothead mobile app for Android and iOS
- Adjust Pivothead Glasses photo / video Control Settings
- Trim videos to keep the best moments and save your device memory
- One-touch post photos and videos on social networks –Facebook, YouTube
- WiFi - IEEE 802.11b/g/n, security including WEP/WPA
- Data rate: 802.11n up to 150 Mbps, 802.11g 54 Mbps, 802.11b 11 Mbps
- LEDs: Charge Status, Storage Connected, Wireless Network, Power
- miniUSB port for charging, computer connection to SD card (not USB)
- Can operate while charging - continuously
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A wireless bridge can help get around some of the limitations of portable devices. For example, you may have a large music or photo or video collection that it does not make sense to try to sync onto the limited memory of your portable devices (or in the cloud). And without the convenience of plugging in a USB thumb drive, it's not easy to share files with colleagues, or allow friends to sample some of your media collection.
Kingston - Wi-Drive Wireless Storage
Extended shared storage for your mobile devices.
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- Added portable, wireless storage for mobile devices
- including iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android, Kindle Fire
- Share photos, videos, music with up to 3 users simultaneously
- Access through Internet browser or free Wi-Drive Apps
- Play supported file types
- App: Swipe for Actions: Delete, Mail, Copy on Wi-Drive / from/to device
- Default static IP address (192.168.200.254)
- Bridged network connection - access Internet while using Wi-Drive
- miniUSB to transfer files from PC/Mac, charging (Wi-Fi disabled)
- Wi-Fi 802.11g/n with wireless security (WPA/WEP)
- Battery 4 hours
- 121.5 x 61.8 x 9.8 mm
- 16 GB $129 / $72, 32 GB $179 / $99, 64 GB $229 / $114
- http://www.kingston.com/us/usb/wireless#wid
Find the Kingston Wi-Drive Wireless Storage
on Amazon.com |
D-Link - Shareport Go - Mobile Companion
Travel router / access point for private wireless hotspot.
- Wireless Router mode - Convert wired network into shared wireless connection (default)
- Plug network cable into Ethernet jack
- Wi-Fi Hotspot mode - Convert wireless connection into shared private hotspot
- Connect Shareport to existing wireless connection - Use QRS Mobile app
- Access Point (AP) mode - Wireless connection to existing wired network (no USB sharing)
- Repeater mode - Extend range of existing wireless network (no USB sharing)
- Access USB drive from mobile devices - Browser or Sharepoint Mobile app (iOS or Android)
- Shareport Mobile app - Plug in USB drive to access contents wirelessly
- View by type - Movie, Music, Photo, File
- Browse folders - View, Favorites, Delete, E-mail
- Stream movies and music, play photo slideshows, view documents
- Upload photos and videos from Camera Roll to USB drive
- Connect drive, power on, allow 3-4 min. before accessing; Max 500 GB USB storage size
- Access from browser (copy/print) - http://dlinkrouter.local:8181
- http://www.dlink.com/us/en/technology/shareport-mobile-app
QRS Mobile app - Quick Router Setup for Router modes
- LEDs - Power, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (solid connected / blinking transferring)
- Connections - End - Ethernet jack, power switch, miniUSB for charging
- Side - USB for external storage, WPS WiFi Protected Setup button
- Custom rechargeable battery - up to 4 hours usage
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Battery packs and home/auto chargers to keep your portable devices running longer.
Ramp up the capacity for longer charges (mAh - Milliamp Hours - electric charge),
and boost the output to also handle the iPad and tablets (2.0A+ Amps - electric current) .
Malsha - iWALK Portable Batteries - for iPhone, iPod, Smartphones
Extensive line of chargers -- product name is mAh capacity.
Find the Malsha iWALK batteries
on Amazon.com
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- Attach to bottom of iPhone
- 350 mAh - 50.5 x 25 x 14mm, 17g
- 800 - 61 x 31.5 x 17.5mm, 35g - $59 ($29), +2.5h talk iPhone 4s
- 1500 - 62.5 x 35.5 x 22mm, 43g - $79 ($39), +5.5h talk iPhone 4s
- 2500 - 1.0A output
- http://iwalkusa.com/02_products_List2d622.html?...
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Malsha - iWALK - Slab designs for iPhone, iPad, Tablets
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- Slab designs with color LED
- For iPhone, iPod, iPad, Tablet PC/Laptop
- 1800 mAh - 77 x 39 x 14mm, 54g - not tablets - $79 ($39)
- 3600 - 86 x 75 x 12mm, 128g - $129 ($64)
- 5400 - 106 x 40 x 24mm, 148g - $159 ($79)
- 8200 - 130 x 75 x 18mm, 230g - $189 ($94)
- 15000 - 180 x 84 x 23.5mm, 430g - $194 ($129)
- http://iwalkusa.com/02_products_List2d622.html?...
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Malsha - iWALK Dolphin Dual - 3.1A USB Car Charger
iPhone and iPad from the cigarette lighter.
Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Duo - Smartphones & Tablets
Charge the iPad, or two iPhones.
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- Dual USB ports - Charge two devices simultaneously
- Charge two smartphones, or one iPad / tablet
- LED power level indicator (4 lights)
- MicroUSB connector for charging internal battery - over 500 full cycles
- Charge from computer or iPhone/iPad wall charger
- Black soft-touch finish, stainless steel outer band
- Battery 6000 mAh, Output up to 2.1 amps
- Quick charge, Built-in short circuit, overcharge protection
- ~ 4 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 3/4 in.
- 2.28 in x 4.30 in x 0.78 in, 1 lbs.
- www.mophie.com/ProductDetails.asp?...
- $99.95
Find the Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Duo
on Amazon.com |
MyCharge - Rechargable Power Banks
- 1000 to 6000 mAh, Cords built in
- Automatic load balance between devices, until fully charged
- Sojurn/Voyage 1000 - talk +4 hrs - 1 device
- Trek 2000 - talk +9 hrs - 2 devices
- Summit 3000 - talk +13 hrs + tablets - 3 devices
- Peak 6000 - talk +27 hrs - 3 devices
- www.mychargepower.com
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- 2000 mAh battery, total 5V, 1.0 A, smartphone +9 hours talk time
- Charges 2 devices at once - Apple connector and microUSB
- Fold-out Apple dock holds iPod or iPhone for display while charging
- Built-in microUSB connector to charge devices
- Built-in USB cable for charging - 3 hrs adapter, 5 hrs computer
- (Can sync to computer through dock and USB cable)
- Battery level check button - 4 LEDs
- Tone notification when connect/disconnect, fully charged
- (Paper clip button to disable tones)
- 3.4 x 3.2 x 0.6 in, 4 oz
- $69 ($54)
Find the MyCharge Trek 2000
on Amazon.com |
MyCharge Peak 6000 - Charge 3 devices, Tablet
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- 6000 mAh battery, total 3.1 A, smartphone +27 hours talk time
- Charge smartphone four times, charge iPad and other tablets
- Charges 3 devices at once - Apple, USB, microUSB
- Built-in USB port to charge devices (esp. tablets)
- Built-in microUSB connector to charge devices
- Built-in Apple connector to charge devices (2.1 A)
- Built-in USB cable for charging - 13 hrs computer
- (Can sync to computer through Apple and USB cable)
- Fold-out AC prongs for fast wall charging - 4 hrs
- Battery level check button - 5 LEDs
- Voice notification - Battery level, charge complete
- four languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
- (Paper clip button to change languages, disable sound)
- 5.3 x 3 x 1 in., 8.5 oz
- $109 ($99)
Find the MyCharge Peak 6000
on Amazon.com |
Just Mobile - Gum Plus - 4400 mAh Portable Battery for iPhone / iPad
Tank up tablets.
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- High-capacity, high-style backup battery
- For iPod, iPhone, iPad/ iPad 2 and USB-powered devices
- Made for iPod / Works with iPhone Apple certified
- High capacity (4400 mAh), High power (1A current)
- Charge iPhone to 90% in one hour, Recharge iPhone up to 3 times
- Rounded aluminium case
- 5 LED capacity indicators
- Charge battery through miniUSB, charge device from standard USB
- USB, iPhone cable and storage pouch included
- Gum Pro - 4400 mAh - Recharge iPhone up to 4 times - $59 ($90)
- Gum Max - 8800 mAh, 8 LEDs, full iPad recharge - $119 ($96)
- 3.1 x 2.3 x 0.9 in. (7.8 x 5.8 x 2.2 cm); 4.3 oz.
- www.xtand.net/gumplus.html
- $69 ($59) - Silver, red, silver black
Find the Just Mobile Gum Plus Battery
on Amazon.com |
Goal Zero - Guide 10 Plus Battery Pack
Flexible power from rechargable batteries
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- Rechargable battery pack - Charge devices from batteries
- Recharge batteries from USB or solar
- Charge cell phone 1-3 times; 1.0A to charge tablets / iPad
- Uses 4 x AA / AAA NiMH batteries, separate AAA battery adapter
- Built-in LED flashlight - 100mW, runs 100+ hours
- Recharge through miniUSB - in 8 - 10 hours
- Recharge from solar panel - Nomad 3.5 in 6 - 8 hrs, Nomad 7 2 - 4
- Shelf life - 12 mos with included low self-discharge AA cells
- Includes 4 pack AA rechargeable batteries
- LED - charging / battery level
- USB power output - 5.0V, 1.0A max (5W)
- Weather-resistant, sturdy hanging wire, snap-close cover
- Battery management prevents over-charging and over-discharging
- 4 x 2.5 x 0.75 in (10 x 6.4 x 1.9 cm), 0.4 lbs (0.18 kg)
- Guide 10 Plus (iPad) $59.95 ($40), Guide 10 $39.99
- www.goalzero.com/shop/p/133/Guide-10-Plus-Battery-Pack
Find the Goal Zero Guide 10 Plus on Amazon.com |
Goal Zero - Nomad 7 Solar Panel
Flexible power from rechargable batteries
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- Compact 7 watt solar panel - monocrystalline , 18% converting eff.
- "30% smaller than comparable panels, 14 X more powerful than closest competitor"
- Charge handheld devices directly from USB and 12V DC ports
- Charge cell phone, MP3 player in 1-3 hours
- Charge smartphone, GPS, USB camera in 2-4 hours (not tablets)
- Charge Guide 10 Plus battery pack in 2-4 hours
- Weather-resistant, nylon hanging loops
- USB output - 5V, 0.5A max (2.5W), linear regulated
- 12V DC output (included car cigarette adapter) - 13-15V, 0.2A max (3W), boost regulated
- Solar output port for Guide 10 - 6-6.5V, 1.0A max (6W), not regulated
- Folded 6 x 9 x 1 in (16.5 x 2.5 x 24 cm), 0.8 lbs (0.36 kg)
- Unfolded 17 x 9 x 0.1 in (43 x 23 x 0.25 cm)
- $99.99 ($79)
- www.goalzero.com/shop/p/11/Nomad-7-Solar-Panel
Find the Goal Zero Nomad 7 on Amazon.com |
[Fuse]Chicken Une Bobine Cable / Stand
Flexible cable or stand -- or both.
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- Flexible sync and charging cable that's also a stand
- Flexible metal gooseneck cable strong enough to hold a phone
- One end is USB to charge and/or sync your device
- Other end is microUSB or Apple connector
- Position horizontally or vertially
- Low for reading/videos, high for Facetime
- Hold phone steady for shooting photos or videos
- Position phone in car
- Petite Bobine (12 in. / 30 cm) - 30-pin or microUSB - $28
- Une Bobine (24 in. / 60 cm) - 30-pin or microUSB - $30
- microUSB or Apple 30 pin (for iPhone or iPod touch)
- iPhone 5 Lightning cable adapter - $3
- Created as Kickstarter project (Name is French for "A Coil")
- www.kickstarter.com/projects/fusechicken/une-bobine...
- www.fusechicken.com
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Malsha - iWALK Trione Cable - for iPhone, iPod, iPad
Lighted cable to show charging status.
Dexim - Visible Green - Cables / Chargers
Animated cable to show charging speed.
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- See power current run through cable as device charges
- Blue visible Electroluminescent (EL) technology
- Current runs fast when device near empty
- 0 - 60 min - 0-65% - fast / 60 - 140 min - 65-99% - slow /
140-170 min - 100% - off
- 80 cm cable
- Universal microSD Charge & Sync Cable, $15
- Cable For iPad/iPhone/iPod, $19 B004TIW9B2
- Charger For iPad/ iPhone/ iPod, $34
- Smart Charger For iPhone/iPod/iPad, $34 - 2.1A
- http://dexim.net/us/products/Visible-Green.html
Find the Dexim Visible Green Charger
on Amazon.com |
NewerTech - Power2U - AC Wall Outlet with USB Charging Ports
USB at every outlet.
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- Dual socket wall outlet with two integrated USB ports
- 2 3-prong AC outlets + 2 USB outlets
- Charges iPhone, smartphones, iPad, tablets, etc. via standard USB
- Smart Power - charging power as required by attached device
- Spring-loaded Safety Shutters power off USB when cable removed
- Installs on standard 15Amp circuit with 16 cubic inch electrical box
- UL Listed
- www.newertech.com/products/power2u.php
- $29.95 ($22.99)
Find the NewerTech Power2U Wall Outlet
on Amazon.com |
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Today's electronics devices are amazingly rugged, and the addition of Gorilla Glass displays has helped reduce the need for a protective screen cover. But it's still not a great idea to use them out in bad weather, or drop them, or leave them rattling round in a pocket or bag with sharp keys. So you may want to consider using protective case, particularly when you are on the go, whether in a snow or sand storm, or in the rain or on the beach, overheated or freezing cold.
LOKSAK - Better Resealable Plastic Bags
Protect electronic devices, the phone in the rain to the tablet with the kids in the kitchen
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- Resealable element-proof storage bags with patented leakproof / airtight seal
- Keep out - Hermetic seal - no water, air, dust or humidity permeate the closure
- Protect cell phones to tablets, wallets, keys, documents - hiking or on the beach
- Can use touch screen when sealed in bag
- Keep in - Store food, ice, wetnaps - kitchen or camping
- Transparent bags, flexible, puncture resistant
- Certified waterproof to 60 meters / 200 feet
- Constructed using medical-grade film that is FDA approved.
- Temperature rated -40F to 140F
- Ecologically smart. Highly reusable, 100% recyclable Polyethylene
- aLOKSAK - Original resealable bags
- Sizes from 3 x 6 to 32 x 16 inches
- Starting at $7.59 for 3-pack, TSA 9 x 6 in. 3-pack $9.49
- OPSAK - Odor-proof bags with a a new-generation barrier film
- SHIELDSAK- R.F. shielded flexible fabric bags block electronic signals
- SPLASHSAK- Nylon carrying cases for neck, arm, waist to pack the other bags
- www.loksak.com
Find the LOKSAK bags
on Amazon.com |
Lifeproof - Tough Case
Hermetically sealed protection
- 4 proofs: Shock and impact protection, fully sealed
- Full IP-68 rating against water and dust
- Drop 2 meters (6.6 ft) onto concrete (MIL-STD-810F-516.5)
- Double AR-coated optical glass lenses for clear photos and videos
- Improves bass and mid-frequency using back of case as sub-woofer
- Waterproof - to 2 meters (6.6ft)
- Shoot underwater; Chat, text, or watch movies in the bath
- Listen to music with waterproof headphone adapters
- Dirtproof - Permanent seal against mud, sand, grit, dust, lint
- Use off-road or on the beach
- Snowproof - Prevent melting snow and ice from wicking inthrough pooling or capilliary action
- Use in winter, protected from slips and falls
- Shockproof - MIL-STD-810F-516.5 drop 2 m (6.6 ft) onto concrete
- Protect from tumbles, fumbles, drops -- and kids
- www.lifeproof.com
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- iPad 2/3/4 nüüd case - $99
- Uncovered screen for visual clarity and responsive touch
- iPhone 4/4S case - $69 - Slim - Adds 1/16” (1.5mm) from center phone; < 1 oz. (28g)
- iPhone 5 frē case - $79
- Strap Accessory Pack for iPad case - $34 - Adjustable shoulder and hand straps
- Also: Bike & bar mount, Armband
- LifeJacket case - iPhone $39, iPad $59 - Around Lifeproof case - floats
Find the Lifeproof iPhone 5 Case and iPhone 4/4S Case and Lifejacket
on Amazon.com |
G-Form - Extreme Cases for iPod / iPad / Laptops
Super impact protection.
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- Impact protection from drops and falls in any orientation
- Absorbs over 90% of the energy from high-speed impact
- Reactive Protection Technology (RPT) protection
- Composite blend of PORON XRD material and proprietary G-Form materials and technology
- Changes molecular structure on impact, converts energy into armor
- Water-resistant, soft, flexible, lightweight
- Extreme Edge - for iPads $44 - less than 6 ounces - back and edges
- Extreme Portfolio - for iPads $89 - with stand
- Extreme Sleeve - for iPods $59 - slide-in
- Extreme Sleeve 2 - for iPods $69 - more edge protection
- Extreme Sleeve - for Laptops $79
- Also for Kindle Fire / 7" tablets & 10" tablets
- Also Knee pads, Elbow pads, Bike pads
- g-form.com
Find the G-Form Cases
on Amazon.com |
Just Mobile - Slide - iPad/ iPad Stand
Minimalist stand with max flexibility.
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- Crafted from a single piece of high-grade aluminum
- High-friction rubber cylinder stowed in tubular support
- Cylinder rolls down to hold iPad firmly in place
- Works in portrait and landscape mode
- 4.9 x 3.3 x 1.3 in. (12.4 x 8.5 x 3.3 cm)
- www.xtand.net/slide.html
- $39 ($34)
Find the Just Mobile Slide
on Amazon.com |
Just Mobile - AluPen Pro - Stylus & Pen
For more than just tapping and swiping.
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- iPad stylus with refillable ballpoint
- Aluminum construction
- Soft rubber stylus for capacitive touch screens
- More precise than a finger
- Retractable Pelikan ballpoint pen with twist mechanism
- Includes replacement nib and leather pouch
- 5.23 x 0.4 x 0.35 in (13.43 x 1 x 0.9 cm)
- www.xtand.net/products/show/id/41
- AluPen - stylus only - $24 ($18)
- AluPen Pro - Silver or black -
Find the Just Mobile AluPen
on Amazon.com |
Wrapsol - Non-slip Grip Pad
Stop slipping.
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- Securely position your tablet along virtually any slanted surface
- Micro-textured material holds tablet in place
- Not sticky or gummy
- Tactilla proprietary gripping technology
from advanced high durability polyurethane
- 8.25 x 3.75 in. for large tablets, or trim to fit
- http://www.wrapsol.com/en_US/...
- $14.95
Find the Wrapsol Grip Pad
on Amazon.com |
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There's a lot of potential in applying portable electronics and wireless communications for digital health, from home health monitoring to automatically posting updates from your bathroom scale to your Facebook page. Runners also are taking advantage of GPS watches to monitor their speed and progress during a race, and track their routes after training runs. And smartphones can use fitness apps to track your daily activities.
Fitbit - Wireless Activity Trackers
- Motivates you to stay active, live better, and reach goals
- Track steps, distance, calories burned; stairs climbed
- Monitor how long and how well you sleep, Wake with silent alarm [Fitbit One]
- Calorie calculations based on your personal profile
- Silicone and metal clip - secure and discreet - Wear in pocket, on belt or bra
- Rain, splash, and sweat-proof (not waterproof)
- Wireless sync - USB dongle for PC / Mac
- Automatically sync when tracker within 20 feet of dongle
- Bluetooth 4.0/Smart sync to portable devices - free Zip mobile app
- Stats and sync to iPhone 4S,5 / iPod touch 5th gen / iPad 3rd gen, select Android devices (soon)
- Online - Dashboard, Log meals, water, workouts, weight
- Social - Connect with friends on Fitbit.com
- Earn badges for progress, achievements alerts, stats e-mails
- Export to popular fitness apps - SparkPeople, Lose It!, MyFitnessPal, MapMyFITNESS
- www.fitbit.com
Fitbit - One Wireless Activity & Sleep Tracker
24-hour tracker - Tracks steps, distance, calories + sleep
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- Tracks steps, distance, calories burned, stairs climbed; clock
- Wrist band - Monitor sleep - time and efficency (wake times)
- Silent alarm - Wakes you and not partner
- OLED display: Push button - Steps, Distance, Calories,
Floors climbed, Flower (recent activity level), Clock
- Tracks up to 7 days of min-by-min data, summary prev 23 days
- Splash-proof, do not submerged more than 1 meter
- MEMS 3-axis accelerometer, altimeter
- Rechargable battery - lasts 5 - 7 days, USB charger
- 1.89 x 0.76 x 0.38 in (48 x 19.3 x 9.65 mm), 0.28 oz. (8 g)
- 11/12 - $99.95 - Black, Burgundy
Find the Fitbit One on Amazon.com |
Fitbit - Zip Wireless Activity Tracker
Tiny tracker - Tracks steps, distance, calories
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- Tracks steps, distance, calories burned; clock
- LCD display - Tap to change - Steps, Distance, Calories,
Smiley (recent activity level), Clock
- Tracks up to 7 days of min-by-min data, summary prev 23 days
- MEMS 3-axis accelerometer captures activity better than pedometers
- Replaceable watch battery lasts 4 - 6 months
- 1.4 x 1.1 x 0.38 in. (35.5 x 28 x 9.65 mm), 0.282 oz (8 g)
- Fall '12 - $59.95 - 5 colors: Blue, Magenta, White, Charcoal, Lime
Find the Fitbit Zip on Amazon.com |
Koubachi Wi-Fi Plant Sensor
Give your plant a voice
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- Plant vitality diagnosis
- Measures soil moisture, temperature, light intensity
- Notifies with specific care advice when needed
- Water, fertilizer, humidity, temperature, light
- Multi plant - Use a couple weeks, move to another plant
- Care Engine (PCE) - Needs for current season and climate zone
- Scientifically proven - Developed at ETH Zurich
- Tested and verified in greenhouse experiments
- Koubachi iPhone and Web apps - Access data in cloud, free
- Visualizes plant sensor data
- Plant Cyclopedia - care tips for all common plants
- Indoor - Splash proof, for indoor use and covered plants
- Outdoor - Fully rainproof for all weather conditions
- Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g, 2.4 GHz, secure
- Runs for 1 year - 2x AA 1.5 V batteries
- 175 x 78 x 57 mm (6.9 in tall), 110 g (incl. batteries)
- Indoor - K001 - $99, Outdoor ~ $130
- www.koubachi.com
Find the Koubachi Wi-Fi Plant Sensor
on Amazon.com |
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Boogie Board - LCD Writing Tablet
- Tree-friendly alternative to memo pads, sketchbooks, sticky notes, dry erase boards
- Use for school, house, office, car; Reduces paper consumption
- Pressure-sensitive LCD writing / drawing surface with included stylus; Press harder for thicker lines
- Durable plastic casing, plastic scratch-resistant LCD
- Erase button to flash clear LCD display
- www.improvelectronics.com
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Boogie Board Rip Tablet - 9.5", Store 200 images, microUSB
- Record Image. Preserve - Create, save, share
Electronic notes and drawings
- Save - up to 200 images in internal memory (8 MB)
- Standard USB mass storage device - Windows or Mac
- Cannot review saved images on device
- Transfer - to computer via miniUSB port
- Cannot download files from computer to device
- Files in Vector PDF (editable in Adobe Illustrator)
- Pen strokes as vector lines, Black on white bg
- Typically 30 - 50 KB files, max 192 KB
- Virtual Desktop Companion - View images on computer in real time
- Save / email, Cannot view saved files
- Status indicator light: Shows awake, in use
- Wake/Save button - Wake from Sleep mode, Save current image
- Erase lock switch; Top stylus holder, Strap/charm loop
- Plastic stylus with electro-magnetic technology - required for use
- Rechargeable battery - thru microUSB port
- Standby 60 days, Use 1 week (typical usage)
- 7 x 11.1 x 0.5 in (179 x 282 x 13 mm), 11.5 oz (325g)
- $129.99 ($109)
Find the Boogie Board Rip Tablet on Amazon.com |
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Boogie Board 10.5 LCD Writing Tablet - <1/4 in, 8 oz
- 10.5 in (267 mm) LCD
- Stainless steel stylus; Top stylus holder, Strap/charm loops
- Erase lock switch
- Replaceable batteries (2 x AAAA) - tens of thousands erases
- 10.50 x 6.88 x 0.45 in (267 x 175 x 11 mm), 8.1 oz (229 g)
- $59.95 ($44)
Boogie Board 8.5 Tablet - 1/8 in, 4 oz
- 8.6 in (218mm) LCD
- Stainless steel stylus - or similar (including fingernail)
- Sealed 3V watch battery
- 8.8 x 5.6 x 1/8 in (223 x 142 x 3 mm), 4.2 oz (119 g)
- $39.95 black, $41.95 colors (from $33)
Boogie Board 8.5 Tablet for Binders
- Clips into 2, 3 and 4 ring binders - $44.95 black
Find the Boogie Board 10.5 Tablet and 8.5 Tablet on Amazon.com |
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