Entries in Canada (1844)

Tuesday
Oct152013

Review: Keizus Quadropod + Clamp

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

As more users shift to using smartphones as their primary cameras, some clever companies are designing accessories to fit their needs. Toronto-based Keizus has put their own spin on the articulating tripod segment with a clever and useful device called the Quadropod + clamp.

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Monday
Oct142013

Review: Sphero 2.0

Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Sphero 2.0 is the sequel to the innovative robotic ball that one can control with their iOS or Android device. We recently had a chance to check out Sphero 2.0 as well as test this very promising high-tech toy that also involves various levels of traditional outdoor play.

Sphero 2.0 is an update to last year's model and is reportedly 2x faster, 3x brighter, and 'smarter'. Sphero 2.0 rolls at speeds of up to 7 feet per second and pairs to your device via Bluetooth with a range of up to 100 feet. 

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Monday
Oct142013

Sonos Play:1 goes for the compact and powerful home entertainment niche

Sonos, just introduced the SONOS PLAY:1, a wireless speaker that transforms music listening at home. 

PLAY:1 streams all your favourite music to any room in the home, in high fidelity sound. Available October 29th in Canada from select partners and on Sonos.com, PLAY:1 retails for $219. And, for a limited time this holiday season, purchases come with a free BRIDGE, valued at $59.

 

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Wednesday
Oct092013

Toronto Public Library Launches E-Book and E-Magazine Campaign

Toronto Public Library (TPL) has launched an advertising campaign to inform people about its selection of current, popular and free e-books and e-magazines available at tpl.ca/ereads. Commuters will see ads promoting TPL's e-books and e-magazines on subways, streetcars and outdoor shelters. This is part of a long-term strategy to increase awareness of e-content.

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