iPad
January 23, 2012
Apple Aids Students and Authors
Apple has always included students in its fan base and we can still remember when the first computers in school were Macs. These days they are hoping it will be the iPad that makes the proverbial grade with iBooks, with over 20,000 educational apps for teachers to take advantage of.
And for writers who want to self publish, the free iBooks Author is a fairly simplified tool that uses copy/paste for text or importing from a Word or Pages document. Drag and drop images and use included widgets if desired.
So no more excuses. Go write the next great American (or international) novel. After completion convert to PDF or peddle it in the iBookstore.
Via Apple
January 20, 2012
Freakin' Friday! Belkin Kitchen Cabinet Mount
Belkin has some of the most innovative accessories so it is no surprise that it won a CES Innovation Award for Portable Multimedia Accessories. This Kitchen Cabinet Mount can keep your iPad handy for following a recipe or watching a flick while washing dishes. It can also be used to attach to shelves or other surfaces. No tools are needed as it has a simple adjustable clamp.
Via Belkin
December 28, 2011
Swivl Acts as Moving Tripod
The Swivl, formerly known as the Star, is Satarii's idea of a "vloggers dream mobile accessory." Compatible with both iPhones/iPods/iPads and Flip cams, the portable dock can rotate 360º to follow you around as you perform the next big viral video. Add the app and you can remotely trigger recording as it locks focus. Sign up to be one of the first to own it when it arrives early next year.
Via Swivl
November 21, 2011
Steve's Legacy - iPads Everywhere
It seems that iPads are becoming quite handy in the grand scheme of things. Schools in New York City, Chicago, California and Virginia will be incorporating them in their curriculum. Eighty nine disabled voters in Oregon will be first to vote on the tablet, and soon it will become statewide. Even sports teams are getting in on the concept as both the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravens use them for playbooks.
The iPad is finding its way into the medical community as well. They can be used for electronic medical records, physicians keep track of medical records and patients long distance and med students utilize them. Undoubtedly, this is only the beginning of its future on the planet. Steve would be proud.
Via Apple iPad
October 12, 2011
Pogoplug Goes Mobile
Just as the original Pogoplug turned a USB hard drive into a NAS server,
Mobile can do the same or use an SD card for storage. Stream music, video and photos to your iPhone, iPad or Android device with one button. There are no storage limits and no need to download to multiple devices. For Android users, back up is automatic and wireless and it goes without saying that the device is compatible with the company's desktop software. Pre-order for a mid-October delivery with an affordable $79.99 price.
Via PogoPlug
October 6, 2011
LaunchPort WallStation Houses iPad 2
Since this appears to be tablet week on NAV we decided to include a handy accessory for your iPad 2. The LaunchPort WallStation not only lets you park it there with magnetic mounting, you can also rotate it 360º with its PowerShuttle and charge it wirelessly with its Mini USB port. You can pre-order now for $199.00.
Via Launchport
September 19, 2011
Panasonic Music Dock Sits Tabletop
Gone are the days of our humongous Pioneer music systems as evidenced by this iPod dock that comes tabletop-sized. The X-SMC3-S Music Tap has WiFi access to online stations like Pandora and IHeart Radio via AirPlay. iPhones, iPod touches, iPads and Macs can take advantage of the system as can PCs that run iTunes.
Via Panasonic Audio
September 14, 2011
Angry Birds Spreads Their Wings to Docks
Angry Bird fanatics can add another new toy to prove their loyalty. Gear4 will soon be releasing both stand alone speakers and iPod/iPad/iPhone docks at prices of $79.99 and $99.99 respectively. The Red Bird Plug-and-Play speaker has volume and bass controls with a .5mm jack, while the docks include a handy remote. Gear4 was smart enough to get on board the AB licensing train early and offers cases for Apple devices.
Via Gear4
September 9, 2011
Freakin' Friday! Zeppelin Air
iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad owners can now receive music from Bowers and Wilkins Zeppelin Air. With it, you can download and share tunes wirelessly on any iOS device. Then stream those tunes from any compatible device to an AirPlay compatible speaker. Best of all, the application is free and that means thousands of singles and play lists to choose from without the ads.
Via Bowers-Wilkins
August 31, 2011
Logitech Accesories for iPad
Logitech has a couple of new accessories for tablet owners. The full-sized Bluetooth Fold-Up Keyboard and stand for iPad 2 keeps your device at a perfect angle while adding USB charging and auto on/off.
And for gamers, there is a Joystick, a thumb-stick style controller that works with almost every game. Attach it to your iPad with suction cops and let the games begin. At a size of 5.6 x 1.3 x 4", it comes with a handy carrying case.
Via Logitech
August 10, 2011
Crestron iPad iDOCs for Counter or Wall
Crestron has new docking stations for both the original iPad and iPad 2. Take your tablet and mount it on either a table top or wall and take advantage of the company's app for control of home or office. Available in both white and black gloss, the IDOC-PAD and IDOC-PAD2 software can manage video streaming, audio settings, thermostats or even lighting.
Via Crestron
July 4, 2011
G-Connect Stores, Streams Via iPad
Hitachi's wireless G-Connect cleverly stores data and acts as a router. Up to 5 SD or 3 HD streams can be accomplished simultaneously on iPad or iPhone via apps. The device can hold up to 500GB and has an Ethernet port for surfing and streaming from the Internet for non-Apple users. The G-Connect has password protection, a 3 year warranty and you can pre-order now for $199.99.
Via Hitachi
June 7, 2011
Stacked Serves Up iPads
The iPad finds its way into the cleverest of niches, including the tables of Stacked, a recently opened restaurant in Torrance. Formerly BJ's, one device is placed for every four customers who can order pizza, burgers and various other high carb foods and specify toppings, buns and sides. Beer, wine and milkshakes can also be selected, with images of each showing up as the user programs them in. Eaters can swipe a credit card to pay and actual humans deliver the meals.
Via NRN
April 25, 2011
HBO Go to Become Portable
HBO subscribers can look forward to an app for their portable devices as well as their PCs. HBO Go will soon stream the channel's movies and TV episodes to iPad/iPhones/Android smartphones and is unlimited and instant, with plenty of HD content. Reportedly any season is available for free, as well as bonus features and extras, giving us another excuse to never leave the house for entertainment. Look for the portable service to come out early next month.
Via HBO Go
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