It is never too late to turn something you would never use into something more practical. Here are some of the ways to turn your unwanted and unused electronics into something more useful.…
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10 things your iPad can do with a little extra help
On its own, the iPad is capable of accomplishing a great number of day to day tasks. With a little help from an add-on accessory it can do quite a bit more.…
Read MorePinterest vs. Facebook: Whose users spend more?
Apparently Pinterest users drop cash, then run. Jewelry and accessories website Boticca.com compared 50,000 shoppers referred from Pinterest to 50,000 shoppers referred from Facebook and says the Pinterest users spend way more money -- $180 vs. $85 -- but less time browsing the site.…
Read MoreKickstarter for iOS: Seven great product ideas
You may have already heard of The Elevation Dock for the iPhone or the LunaTik Watchband for the iPod nano or even the Pebble E-Paper Watch, but here are seven equally great product concepts for iOS products that you may also be interested in supporting.…
Read MoreWallee adds more versatility to its iPad mount solution
The Wallee is an iPad accessory that's almost as old as the iPad. The new headrest mount that works with existing Wallee cases is a good example of smart accessory design that can grow with the iPad, rather than be left behind by Apple's regular redesigns.…
Read MoreReview: Lifeproof iPhone case is waterproof without big trade-offs
Tweeting while in the shower? Blogging while in the bathtub? The Lifeproof iPhone case makes it possible, and even manages to do so without adding much girth to your device or sealing it away in a cumbersome bag-style cover, like other alternatives.…
Read MoreKickstarter finds: Stylus evolved, desirable dock and cable clutter cutter
This week, Kickstarter kicked off some high profile projects, along with a couple that seem like they should be official offerings from Apple to begin with. Here's what's hot this week on the crowdsourced funding site in Apple device accessories.…
Read MoreKickstarter finds: iPod shuffle headgear and hiding Bluetooth speakers
I remember when finding projects on Kickstarter related to Apple products were relatively hard to find -- especially good ones. Those days are over, and we've got another crop of interesting, cleverly designed and above all potentially useful Kickstarter projects to prove it.…
Read MoreKids: The next big thing for iOS apps and accessories
Apps just might be the next action figures, and iPad accessories the new Tickle-Me-Elmo. Judging by interest from kids and content partners, Apple won't just be the device-maker of the future; it'll be a toy-maker on par with the likes of Hasbro and Mattel, too.…
Read MoreKickstarter finds: An iPhone wallet, a more usable cable and a sticky stylus
Kickstarter is somehow becoming even better at unearthing smart, off-the-beaten-path ideas that you won't come across anywhere else. Here's a way to make your iPhone a true all-in-one device, an old-school improvement for the most advanced smartphone, and a stylus that sticks with you.…
Read MoreOne mobile device charger that actually rules them all
I live in a constant nightmare of wrangling cables. Any time someone suggests a solution that might cut down on the number of cables I have to deal with on any given day, I'm all ears. That's the case with Innergie's new Magic Cable Duo and Trio.…
Read MoreKickstarter finds: A better iPad stylus and an iPad mount with double the suck
A mobile device mount that uses powerful suction to provide easy viewing in a variety of situations, and an iPad stylus that goes beyond capacitive input to provide more accurate and sensitive pen-based input. Thanks for keeping iOS device accessories interesting, Kickstarter.…
Read MoreLunaTik Lynk review: The zenith of iPod nano watchbands?
There are now plenty of iPod nano wristband accessories out there to choose from. But a new one from Kickstarter record-breaker Scott Wilson's Mnml design studio does a remarkable job of standing out from the crowd, thanks to attention to detail you won't find in competitors.…
Read MoreKickstarter find: Keep your MacBook cool and your fingers flying
Kickstarter continues to impress as a go-to resource for accessories that tread somewhat off the beaten path. Two recent discoveries fit that description, and offer smart solutions for folks looking to shore up commonly cited iPad and MacBook Pro deficiencies, like keyboard complaints and heat management.…
Read MoreApple changes up iPad 2 Smart Covers
The quieter-than-usual update to the MacBook Pro line wasn't the only change on the Apple Store today. Updates were also made to the iPad Smart Cover product section. The Smart Cover is Apple's magnetic flap/stand accessory that protects the iPad 2's display.…
Read MoreTwo devices to help unclutter your work space
If you are trying to reduce workspace clutter and hide the mess of cables that accompanies modern phones and computers, then here are two devices that might actually help you simplify.…
Read MoreNice micro USB adapter, Apple. Now sell it everywhere.
Apple snuck in another new product Tuesday, and it isn't nearly as flashy as anything else it unveiled. The new Apple iPhone Micro USB Adapter allows for charging and syncing via micro USB, but it's EU only. Why not let North America in on the deal?…
Read MoreiPhone 5 cases hit AT&T stores, suggest design changes
AT&T retail stores are reportedly taking delivery of iPhone 5 cases a little early, according to a new report. New photos allegedly taken in an AT&T store show cases that back up rumors of a tapered-back design, and a relocated mute switch.…
Read MoreSensu makes iPad painting more like the real thing
Enjoy "painting" on your iPad? It can produce some amazing results, but it doesn't really feel like the real thing. That's where Sensu comes in. It's a new twist on the stylus that replicates real bristles using touch-screen compatible synthetic "hairs," and looks good doing it.…
Read MoreLogitech’s Wireless Solar Keyboard review: Here comes the sun
Logitech's new Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac looks a lot like the Apple keyboard at first glance, but adds a strip of solar panels above the function keys. It also has a numeric keypad, slightly indented keys, and a 2.4 GHz wireless connection.…
Read MoreLogitech Fold-Up Keyboard review: An iPad accessory that just fits
Like many others, I find the iPad on-screen keyboard lacking, and the problem with a combo keyboard and case is that the keyboard is limited in size by the size of the iPad. Luckily, Logitech has introduced a new accessory that works around that limitation.…
Read MoreWacom goes big with new 24-inch Cintiq 24HD
If you've never used a drawing tablet, then Wacom's Cintiq line might seem like an overly expensive curiosity. But for pros whose daily workflow includes digital drawing or photo manipulation, the new Cintiq 24HD is likely to turn more than a few heads.…
Read MoreDeckster review: A smart and sophisticated iPod nano watchband
Last time we saw the Deckster, its creators were looking for funding in order to make their product a reality. Now, four months later, the Deckster is finally a shipping product, and I received a production sample to test out. Here's what I found.…
Read MoreMore Kickstarter success: PadPivot hitting Best Buy and Future Shop
Kickstarter-backed iPhone, iPod and iPad accessories really seem to have a knack for doing well post-funding, and the PadPivot I reviewed early this month is a perfect example. The PadPivot will be available at Best Buy and Future Shop retail locations beginning in September.…
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