Tablet Buying GuideJeffrey Powers – @geekazine Intro Believe it or not, the tablet was created long before the iPad came out. The firt tablet demonstrated happened in 1956. When we talk consumer tablets, the PDA could have been considered – Palm Pilot, Compaq iPaq, and Apple Newton. However, we identify the first tablets for market […]
Today I’m looking at Sampletank 2 – an iOS app that allows you to create grooves and samples for your DJ or acoustic rock shows. With over 1,900 high quality samples, you can create, save and play your works through your iPad or iPhone. Connect up a iRig Keys or iRig Pads for more control. […]
Sennheiser has been teaming up with Apogee to deliver microphones for your mobile and desktop devices. USB microphones for the podcaster or on the go reporter. In this video we take a look at two of the new microphones in the Sennheiser line. Handheld USB to iOS Dynamic Microphone With a versatile USB turning iPhones and iPads […]
While at the Paypal lounge at SXSW 2015, I got to hear Sir Mix A Lot talk about the projects he works on. Thats where I first heard about Zuta. This is a personal printer that can fit in a bag and print anything when paired to a phone or other mobile device. Zuta Personal […]
After a couple weeks of travel and lots of great video, I took the week to regroup and make sure everything is posted. Still some CES content that has not gone up. This episode is not live this week due to time constraints. Meetings in the AM pushed things back. But some great stuff coming […]
Getting ready to head back to Vegas for Tech Cocktail. The folks at Veeam have stepped up to help with airfare. Now I have to plan the week of getting some startup interviews and more. Just as the CES live broadcast videos have been wrapped up. Welcoming a new blogger on Geekazine. Adi from MHF […]
Andy McCaskey talked with Lauren Offers from Aurasma at NAB 2013 about the newest mobile Augmented reality platform. Adding a visual search, you can point your phone at an item and get video, audio and more. You can even create your own Auras to bridge the physical world with the digital. For example, you could […]
With products like Viz Engine, Viz Virtual Studio, Viz Media Engine, Viz Dart and more, Vizrt can cover all your broadcast needs. If you see things like bottom tickers on TV channels, it most likely is Vizrt technology that is driving that. Oscar Tenwall of Vizrt was at NAB 2013 to show off their MAM […]
Accidentally Extraordinary is a company that will change the headphone controller. Changing it to a touch-sensitive cord, you don’t have a little nub on your headphones to get in the way. Sliding your finger up and down the cord will change the volume. Tap to take calls or pause music. Whatever the mobile device sets […]
Bluetooth earphones are nice but there are no ear buds – Until now. Felt Audio has introduced a Bluetooth earbud (with microphone) system that pairs with your mobile device. The case is also a retractable clip – when you are done listening, the cord will retract the ear buds back into the case. Felt Audio […]
Air quality continues to be an ongoing issue. As long as our cities grow and people are living closer together we will continue to breathe in the toxins that we and the others are making. NetAtmo is working to fix those problems. They have designed a micro air sensor that is controlled through iOS or Android […]
Todd talks with LG about how NFC is being used to send smartphone signals to TVs. With this technology you can pair your TV with mobile device for an eaiser connection. NFC eliminates wires needed so you can be across the room with your phone controlling the video, audio or game. Best part of LG […]
Body Media is back with a new multi-sensor technology. This makes the armband smaller and more comfortable. With a patented technology the Bodymedia pack can store data for up to 10 days. The BodyMedia unit has an accelerometer, galvanic response skin conductivity monitor, skin temp and heat flow. The BodyMedia monitors can download via bluetooth to […]
RokForm is a sturdy mounting system for off-road vehicles. If you need to set your mobile device in a dock and not have it fly around when you are trailblazing, then RokForm Rokbed mounts will help you keep the device static. RokForm’s integrated mounting systems can be put in your Hummer, Raptor or other vehichle. […]
Forget your password. Forget that dongle that gives you a number every 30 seconds. Get a Yubico YubiKey. Yubikey is a USB dongle that works with various password managers like Last Pass and Password Safe. That way you don’t have to remember your passwords – the Yubico YubiKey does that. At CES Yubico debuted the NFC […]
Just like with the 3M Projector with Roku Streaming Stick, this projector is for the businessperson. It does have a HML support feature so you can connect your mobile device to project the screen. The HML Projector from 3M also contains 60 lumens and a 2 hour battery.
The smartphone and tablet is a useful device for anyone. If you are a nurse or doctor these devices can be an extension to the practice. So they can also be exposed to bodily fluids. That is where Lifeproof comes in. They protect the device from any fluids that could enter the mobile device. Jamie […]
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Prize Monkey is about instant gratification. They call him the Un-Kiosk. The idea works like this: you pass by a monitor, and a monkey is jumping around. You connect on your smartphone and interact with the monkey. After a while, you win a prize. Prize Monkey tries to work with companies that help reach consumers. […]
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Salvatore Parlatore from Craftsman joined us at the TPN CES Live coverage. They have over 6,000 products, and a lot of gear that is improved by technology. Craftsman Surelink is no different – It’s the world’s first internet connected garage door. If you’ve ever left in a hurry, you start to think 5 minutes later if […]
Jon talked with Christopher Yang from Vivitek. They have the Qumi projectors on display. The next generation is the Q5. This is a projector with up to 500 lumens, HD resolution and projection up to a 90 inch screen. This Qumi projector line has twice the amount of brightness as the original, projects at 720p, […]
Samsung has a new type of home surveillance camera (IP camera) The SmartCam IP Camera allows you to see your home while you are away. The SmartCam has an easy setup. Push a button on the camera and it looks for the router information. The camera activates using motion, and audio-detection. The SmartCam will then send […]
I remember my first Turtle Beach sound card. That was over 10 years ago. Since then, Turtle Beach has grown and turned it’s focus to headphones for gaming. Some pretty impressive stuff with customized surround sound, too. Turtle Beach introduced a new line of mobile headphones. Gaming on the Go, is what Ike said. Sleeker, trendier […]
Guy Halamish from Siano joined Andy and Don for the TPN CES Live show. Siano is a digital mobile television company. They make products that allows users to get digital television programs on their mobile devices. The Siano’s MDTV device (Multi-Standard MDTV Receiver Chips) plugs directly into an iPad or into a mobile device. It receives over-the-air […]
Privacy Star blocks your phone numbers from any type of solicitors, including pollsters. The PrivacyStar app will control and monitor your mobile device. Smart Block will crowdsource the top 25 numbers, then block those numbers for the week. They also have a caller ID function, which will tell you who is calling. With the Do Not […]
Some awesome news from Mercedes-Benz. They are working on a concept car that allows C class or CLK series owners to integrate smart phones directly into the car. The device will become the in-navigation information station. Control the car through the mobile device’s touchscreen. Even software updates to the car will be done over the […]