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Wed 15Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
If you're an avid cyclist, chances are you carry a U-lock to keep your bicycle secure when running into the grocery store or your favorite coffee shop. While U-locks do a nice job of protecting your bicycle, they can be pretty heavy and can be awkward to carry on a U-lock holder that attaches to your bike frame. However, the folks at Incase have developed a new messenger bag that can not only hold your gadgets, but your U-lock as well. The Range Messenger by Incase is a weatherproof messenger bag designed for cycling. It's made with a twill material and ... more -
Sat 11Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
Booq has released a new backpack that is catered to fit Apple products. Marketed towards the creative professional, the Boa Squeeze has special compartments for a MacBook, an iPad as well as an iPhone. The bag also features a wide-open compartment for books or whatever else you may find yourself carrying when walking or riding your bicycle to your favorite coffee shop. The bag's side compartments and cell phone pocket make it easy to grab your essentials at all times. According to the press release, Booq has designed the bag with ergonomics in mind. The shoulder straps have been designed ... more -
Fri 10Posted by Toby Wellington on . No responses
It turns out that Apple's innovative Smart Cover might be more dangerous than its colorful appearance would tell. 14 year old Gianna Chien has done a study proving that the smart cover's built in magnets have a high risk of turning off implanted defibrillators for those with serious heart problems. If someone with one of these devices inside of them falls asleep with their iPad on their chest, it could potentially turn off their defibrillator, putting them at serious risk. Read the full story at Bloomberg. -
Fri 10Posted by Toby Wellington on . No responses
The security software Apple uses to protect its iPhones is good. Perhaps too good. The devices are allegedly so hard to crack that police need to go to Apple themselves to retrieve information from them. Sometimes Apple can put these police on waiting lists that last for over a month until they can finally get the information they want. Read the full story over at CNET. -
Fri 10Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
I love my gadgets, but carrying around three different cables to charge and sync my Lightning, 30-pin, and Micro USB devices can get annoying. However, the folks at iPhone 5 Mod have recently developed a USB cable that has attachments to work with both Lightning and 30-pin devices as well as standard Micro USB devices. This cable is essentially a standard Micro USB cable with a Micro USB to Lightning adapter and a Micro USB to 30-pin adapter. These adapters are removable but can attach to the side of the cable using a set of nubs. To attach one of the ... more -
Thu 09Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
If you're a frequent traveler, you've probably found yourself in a hotel with free wired Internet access. While this is nice if you have a MacBook Pro sans Retina Display, you're SOL if you have a MacBook Air or a Retina-equipped MacBook Pro. Sure, you could buy a Thunderbolt or USB to Ethernet adapter, but then you're tethered to the wall. However, Kanex aims to fix this issue with the mySpot: a tiny wireless router that reroutes any ethernet connection wirelessly. The mySpot is powered via USB and is ideally paired with an AC USB plug. The mySpot's USB power cable ... more -
Thu 09Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
The MagSafe adapter is a great laptop charger, but unfortunately the cable can get frayed and damaged over time. While you could purchase a new one when your charger starts to kick the can, that can be expensive and unnecessary when the mechanics inside of the adapter are still functioning perfectly. This got me thinking that there has to be some way to fix the MagSafe adapter by myself. Luckily, there is with Sugru, an innovative new rubber material that molds and hardens to objects yet still remains flexible. Once you purchase a packet of Sugru, you can simply mold the ... more -
Wed 08Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
I don't know about you, but my desk is always filled with cables. Whether it be a MagSafe adapter for my MacBook Pro, a Lightning adapter for my iPhone and iPad, or a 30-pin adapter for my iPod, my desk is cluttered. In an attempt to hide my cable mess, I've tried running cables behind my desk, though I've always found that they either fall behind my monitor or, even worse, tumble to the floor. The folks at Sewell seem to have had the same issue and have created the MOS, or the Magnetic Organization System. This device is essentially a ... more -
Tue 07Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
Even though the iPad is a great device, the color choice is a little monochromatic. If you want to make your iPad truly yours, you have to purchase a colorful case or skin to complement your iPad. Though there are many cases that are colorful on the market, only a few of them are functional, colorful, and feature a nice design. One is the FitFolio by Speck Products. Now for the most important part of the case: its coloring. The case is available in 22 different color options. Each of these options gives the case either a new color or a ... more -
Mon 06Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
While the iPad mini is a great multimedia device, I find it to be quite annoying to use unless it's paired with a decent stand. Because of this, I'm always on the lookout for iPad mini cases that feature interesting stand designs. One of these cases is the Incipio LGND case, a case that provides multiple viewing angles and stellar protection. The LGND's stand functionality is quite interesting. It's built-in to the case's front flap and can be folded into positions suitable for typing, movie viewing, and general web browsing. Incipio doesn't list how many positions the cases can be folded ... more
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For years, we were told iOS was “stale” and “boring” when compared to the futuristic and convoluted feature-rich Android interface. Green felt was bad and “flat” was the future. Well, we got a “flat” user interface in iOS 7, with translucent menus, better typography, and a much crisper, cleaner look.…
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I love iPhone cases, but one of the hardest parts of picking a new case is finding the right color. However, with the Case Mate Colorways case ($40.00), that’s a non-issue because of the case’s three piece, modular form. All three of these pieces snap together to make a beautiful…
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Booq has recently released its first iPhone case and has named it the ‘Fibre Snapcase’. The company has chosen to focus in on style and grip with this new case. Attention to both of these aspects can be seen throughout the case’s design due to its grippy and rubberized sides…
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Apple introduced a lot of new stuff for iOS 7, including a nifty auto app update option so that all of your apps will automatically update themselves when it’s time, but it looks like this feature isn’t exclusive to just iOS. OS X Mavericks, Apple’s newest operating system for the…
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There are very few iPhone users who haven’t used their phone as a GPS device at least once. Most of the popular GPS apps collect the history of your trips, which may be problematic for some users. Say you picked up a surprise gift for your significant other, and the…
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Reviews
Welcome to our newest weekly offering, Games Of The Week. We are looking for games on all of Apple’s platforms, both the new popular titles, as well as hidden gems, and helping you figure out if it’s the game for you (if you see something awesome, please let us know!).…
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I have a serious problem in my life that I would rather not admit to (or deal with). My obsession with mechanical keyboards is unparalleled. Since trying my first one around a year ago, my collection has grown to include many different brands. I’ve just added the newest member to…
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