Thursday, May 29, 2014

[Deal Alert] Get A Sony SmartWatch 2 From Cow Boom For $79.99 Pre-Owned, $99.99 Refurbished

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 The Sony SmartWatch 2 still goes for $199.99 new, but today you can get one around your wrist for less than half the price. Cow Boom, a Best Buy brand, has pre-owned Sony smartwatches in stock that it's willing to let go for $79.99. These may come with scratches and dents, but they're still going to work. I'll admit, that may not sound entirely compelling, but that's the risk you take whenever you buy something used.



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Microsoft’s smartwatch rumored to support Android



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As we continue to wait for the release of the Android Wear powered LG G Watch and Motorola Moto 360, rumors surrounding other noteworthy wrist-mounted computers are beginning to ramp up. Today, Forbes is reporting good news for Android users who may be interested in a Microsoft branded smartwatch.

According to Forbes, Microsoft’s upcoming smartwatch [...]



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Next wave of wearables slated for the Computex spotlight

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Traditionally viewed as a geek's paradise, the Computex trade show will turn into a battlefield for the body next week.
An entire pavilion will be dedicated to little-known device makers showing off the latest smartwatches, smartglasses, wristbands, health monitors and tech-friendly clothing, with a sprinkling of cloud-based services for wearables expected to dot the floor.
Wearables are the next big thing in technology and Computex, Asia's largest electronics show, is a way for many small Chinese and Taiwanese companies to show off their wares. Little-known Asian companies are already driving smartphone and tablet prices down, and are poised to do the same in wearables, said Paul Gray, director at NPD DisplaySearch.



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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Fugoo Bluetooth Speaker Review: This Is The Speaker I'd Make If I Made Speakers



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The number of Bluetooth speakers I've looked at in the past year (give or take) is vast. As a result, I feel like I have a good understanding of what's available on the market, as well as what offers the most bang for the buck. As time has gone on, I've started holding each new speaker to a higher level, because the competition is just too stiff not to. Manufacturers absolutely have to one up the other guys if they want to stand out in this saturated market.


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Tuesday, May 27, 2014

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Sunday, May 25, 2014

Samsung scrambles to launch virtual reality headset before Facebook

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The-Oculus-Rift-headset-i-012 Samsung’s like the spoiled brat you went to school with: they have almost everything, but if another kid comes in with a toy that’s not part of their collection, mummy and daddy will make sure they get it. Rumor has it the South Korean company is now developing its own virtual reality headset that will


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Sony's XSPN1BT Double-DIN Smartphone Car Stereo Phone Mount Is Available On Amazon And Crutchfield For $250

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71bwrwA5IjL._SL1500_ Remember that neato Sony car stereo we checked out at CES, which is basically the perfect receiver for someone who uses their phone for all their in-car entertainment? Well, the XSPN1BT (catchy!) is here. You can but it from Crutchfield pre-order it now on Amazon for $249.99, and it will ship out on Thursday the 29th, just barely making Sony's May commitment for release.


If you don't recall, the XSPN1BT is a Bluetooth-powered receiver that foregoes the fancy color screens of modern car stereos for a tiny dock that clamps onto your phone.





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Kairos Hybrid Smartwatch

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For many smartwatch manufacturers the gap between technology and fashion is too wide a leap. Devices like Galaxy Gear or Qualcomm Toq are capable of many incredible things, but they look more like tiny computers rather than watches that you would actually wear on your wrist. The upcoming wave of good-looking Android Wear watches may change that, but at the moment we’re under the impression that most smartwatch makers have chosen the wrong approach.

Samsung Galaxy K Zoom now up for pre-order in UK

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Samsung has always been known for experimenting with hardware, with some of its ideas finding some success. The Galaxy K Zoom, Samsung’s second generation camera-with-a-phone hybrid, is one of those devices. Now, Samsung has opened up pre-orders for the Galaxy K Zoom in the UK, with orders shipping out on May 29, less than a [...]



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Thursday, May 22, 2014

Goondu review: Martian Passport smartwatch

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The Martian Passport looks more like a watch than many other smartwatches today, but does it do its job of looking good and being practical?

For starters, it tells time with the hour and minute hands taking up some two-thirds of the watch face. The remaining space is taken up by a digital screen fulfilling the smart functions.
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If this seems like someone decided to slap a smart design onto a regular quartz watch, well, it does. Fortunately, the Passport doesn’t feel like a cheap toy – the stainless steel case and rubber strap certainly look like they can survive some outdoor activity.




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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

SmartThings officially launches its connected home platform with a new certification program

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SmartThings, the maker of a connected home hub device, today made several major announcements as it moves from product to platform. The company has opened up a new certification program that will test devices for integration with its hardware hub and mobile app. At launch, the SmartThings Platform initiative includes over 5,000 developers and 100 certified devices. The company’s certification lab will be run by Kelly Liang, the former head of business development for Google Glass. Moving forward, SmartThings will work with third-party partnerships to connect with its smart home hub instead of developing its own accessories and sensors. SmartThings...



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Monday, May 19, 2014

Tego Power Grid review

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One thing we’ve seen while reviewing battery packs is the lack of beautiful design. That’s absolutely not the case for the Tego Power Grid, a 4,200mAh battery pack. It offers a very unique design and enough juice to power your device two times over, but is a little pricey for our liking. We’ve used this... Read more »

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Best Buy now selling LG Lifeband Touch for $149

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Starting today, Best Buy is selling the LG Lifeband Touch for $149.99. The device is available in two sizes, and is exactly what you’d want from a fitness tracker. The device itself can track steps, distance, and speed. Not only that but it can also compare activity and inactivity, as well as track run time, […]



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Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Google Glass enters into open beta sales for everyone

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Been itching to get Google Glass? You’re in luck. Google announced today that Google Glass is entering into an open beta phase of sales, meaning that it will once again be available to everybody. But this time, it’s not just an exclusive one-day event. This time, Google Glass is on sale for good. Bear in [...]



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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Samsung introduces the Swarovski Galaxy S5, Gear Fit accessories

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Samsung Galaxy S5 Swarovski

Samsung and Swarovski aren’t strangers to each other. The two have collaborated on a few devices before, but their latest collaboration has yielded accessories instead of whole devices, meaning that the items will be available for everyone to purchase for their existing devices. This line of accessories is for the Galaxy S5 and the Gear [...]



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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Epson is now shipping the Moverio BT-200 Advanced Augmented Reality Smart Glasses

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For those of you that can’t afford Google Glass, you might want to take a look at the Epson Moverio BT-200 Advanced Augmented Reality Smart Glasses. Now don’t go thinking this is a Google Glass competitor because it isn’t designed for your normal everyday activities. As the title states, it’s more of an augmented reality […]



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Monday, May 5, 2014

Creative Labs SoundBlaster AXX 200 Bluetooth Speaker Review: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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We review a lot of Bluetooth speakers, most of which have the same basic features. Every once in a while, however, one comes along that brings more to the table in terms of flare, or additional usage that's outside of the normal scope. The majority of portable speakers pair with your wireless device, let you change tracks and volume from a distance, might charge external devices...and that's essentially it.


Then Creative Labs made the SoundBlaster AXX 200 ($150).




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