Just like its predecessor, FuelBand SE is a wristband measuring 0.63” to 0.75” wide and 0.27” to 0.32” thick, made primarily from matte rubber-coated plastic with small metal components. Giving up on the translucent colors introduced midway through the first FuelBand’s life, Nike offers FuelBand SE in an opaque jet […] Read the original post…
News: Scosche debuts reVOLT dual-12W car charger
Scosche has released its reVOLT ($25), a car charger with two USB 12W ports. While it’s exceptionally similar to earlier reVOLT models, both ports now charge at 2.4A, allowing for full simultaneous iPad charging regardless of the iPad model. Scosche notes that charging circuitry in reVOLT is designed for iOS […] Read the original post…
First Look: Anki, Inc. Anki Drive Starter Kit
With strong backing from Apple, including a demonstration at the 2013 WWDC keynote address, Anki has launched its Anki Drive Starter Kit ($200). Described as “the first video game in the real world,” Anki Drive is a system of motorized toy cars that leverage a Bluetooth 4.0-equipped iOS device to […] Read the original post…
News: Apple enables iTunes donations for Philippines typhoon
Apple is now offering the ability to donate to relief efforts in the Philippines through iTunes, after the devastating effects of Typhoon Haiyan. The option is available at the top of the iTunes store. iTunes will transfer 100 percent of a donation — of $5, $10, $25, $50, $100, or […] Read the original post…
News: Apple quietly starts Retina iPad mini sales
Without so much as a day’s warning, Apple has started online sales of the new iPad mini with Retina Display, offering an extremely limited set of units for near-term shipping. Only 16GB and 32GB Wi-Fi models are available for shipment in 1-3 days, with all other models shipping in 5-10 […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple starting A-series chip production in New York
Following rumors earlier this year that Apple was looking to partner with other chip manufacturers, the Times Union reports that preparations are actually under way at GlobalFoundries Fab 8 complex in Malta, New York to produce chips for Apple’s iPhone and iPad devices. Citing a “source close to the company” […] Read the original post…
News: Apple experiencing rapid market growth in Japan
A new report in the Wall Street Journal highlights how Apple has been experiencing rapid market growth in Japan over the past two years, outpacing both the U.S., Greater China, and the rest of Asia. Although Japan hasn’t traditionally been a growth market for most foreign companies, the iPhone has […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple developing larger, curved-screen iPhones
Apple is working on new iPhone designs that include larger screens with curved glass according to a new report from Bloomberg. Citing a “person familiar with the plans” the report claims that there are two models slated for release late next year that would feature 4.7” and 5.5” displays with […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple had interest in BlackBerry patents
Apple had “expressed interest” in acquiring parts of BlackBerry Ltd, but Blackberry’s board decided against breaking up the company, according to Reuters. Specifically, both Apple and Microsoft were interested in BlackBerry’s intellectual property and patents, a source said. BlackBerry was also involved in discussions with Cisco, Google, and Lenovo. Apple […] Read the original post…
First Look: STM Cape for iPad Air
Although it goes by a different name, STM’s Cape for iPad Air ($40) is highly similar to the company’s Skinny that has come before it. Covered in fabric, the folio has a plastic shell to hold the iPad. There’s no button or port protection, but rather openings for each. A […] Read the original post…
Mac: Maclocks MacBook Pro Retina Lock Bracket
The name might not be totally clear—Maclocks uses several different product names on its own page—but what’s obvious is the purpose behind the company’s MacBook Pro Retina Lock Bracket ($70). It secures your 13” or 15” MacBook Pro with Retina display, making sure the computer doesn’t wander away when you […] Read the original post…
Review: Speck StyleFolio for iPad Air
StyleFolio’s core is the tray-like shell, with the lid’s material continuing around to the back and covering almost all of the plastic. We received a black vegan leather edition for review, and it could pass for the real thing. To keep the case shut, there’s a plastic ring along the […] Read the original post…
First Look: SuperTooth Freedom Bluetooth Stereo Headset
SuperTooth makes plenty of Bluetooth audio accessories, including its newest headphones, Freedom ($149). The large, over-the-ear headphones connect to devices using Bluetooth 4.0, but the claimed battery life — 15 hours of talk time, 15 hours of music playback, and 100 hours of standby time — don’t seem to reflect […] Read the original post…
First Look: Duracell Day Trip, Long Haul + Overnighter GoPower Universal Batteries
Adding on to its wireless charging lineup that already includes PowerSnap Kit and various PowerMats, Duracell has launched a line of GoPower Universal Batteries compatible with the system. From lowest to highest capacity, there’s Day Trip ($60) with an 1850mAh cell, Overnighter ($80) with 4400 mAh, and the 8800mAh Longhaul […] Read the original post…
First Look: Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal for iPad
BookBook Travel Journal for iPad ($100) is Twelve South’s largest BookBook yet. Designed to work with any generation iPad, including iPad minis, it’s made for those who rely on the tablet and its accessories. Inside the pretty leather-bound book, there’s room for an iPad, plus lots of extras. This includes […] Read the original post…