Entries by Nicole Batac (11813)

Wednesday
Jul162014

TaskLab offers utilitarian iPhone cases

TaskLab is bringing new utilitarian cases that can turn your iPhone into a true all-in-one device. The Task One G3 packs in 22 440C hardened stainless steel tools, universal saw blade mount, and two kick stands. It is built with aircraft-aluminum and polycarbonate material to make sure the case can withstand damage, falls and scratches. Think of it as MacGyver's iPhone case.

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Wednesday
Jul162014

Logitech debuts rugged cases and car mounts for Galaxy S5, iPhone 5, and 5s

Worried about dropping or damaging your precious smartphone? Logitech is bringing you extra protection with its new protection+ case for the Samsung Galaxy S5, Apple iPhone 5, and iPhone 5s. The case has a slim, ultra-protective hard polycarbonate body with flex-resistant corners and impact-absorbent polymers. It even has impact channels and a thermoplastic layer inside to absorb further vibrations. The protection+ case has also passed the U.S. military drop-test standard (MIL-STD 810 G) meant for “rugged” devices, so it protects your phone from drops of up to 1.8 meters high.

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Wednesday
Jul162014

SOUNDSIGHT headphones will let you record audio and video from your cans

SOUNDSIGHT is taking a unique approach by letting you record both audio and video with its smart headphones. You can create visual content and soundtracks as well as share music right from the SOUNDSIGHT Android and iOS app. The device can record clips up to 1080 HD and has HIFI studio sound with noise cancellation capabilities. It also comes with USB audio output. You can also clip and mix music for your video content with the SOUNDSIGHT app; match video colors with music notes with ColorTune; and use filters. A limited number of units is available for sale at US$349 right now. The official release for the headphones will be in the spring of 2015 for $499 a pair.

Monday
Jul142014

LinkedIn aims to boost site engagement with Newsle purchase

LinkedIn has just agreed to purchase alerts service Newsle for an undisclosed amount in order to boost the ability to track its users outside the website. It would also help users find out what other users are doing on LinkedIn. This acquisition seems in line with LinkedIn trying to bolster users’ engagement with their site.

“For example, knowing more about the people in your network—like when they’re mentioned in the news—can surface relevant insights that help you hit your next meeting with them out of the park,” said LinkedIn spokesman Ryan Roslansky.

Source: CNET