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iPad accessories are quite popular and mounting options are increasing seemingly daily. While the option to mount your iPad is great, the flexibility of the mount hasn’t been. Now spiderArm Ltd. has announced it’s SpiderArm iPad mount which allows you to access your iPad in just about any way you wish. Connected to an arm, you are giving extreme flexibility to the height and reach of your iPad. The pivot head allows you to spin and tilt the iPad to any direction you desire giving you a true 360 degree option for you iPad. Take a look at the jump for more info.
spiderArm™ iPad® 2 Modular Mount System Holds iPad where you want it – with 360° Adjustability and Home-to-Work Versatility
Ergonomic iPad Accessory Helps Reduce Neck Strain and Long-Term Injuries
Toronto, February 17, 2012 ─ spiderArm Ltd. announces the worldwide availability of its SpiderArm iPad® mount system, a complete interchangeable support system for the iPad 2. The modular system allows users to create a hands-free viewing set up that provides the most precise and enjoyable experience with their device; therefore reducing potential muscle fatigue, eye strain and neck strain that can occur from extended use of technology devices. The spiderArm retails for $79.99 and is available at spiderArm.com and Amazon.
The system includes two base units; a two-way SurfaceMount™ that is padded to protect furniture and can be secured to a table or desk, and a three-way VersaMount™ for securing onto a wall, under a cabinet or near your work station. Much like spiders themselves who can survive in all types of habitats, the spiderArm system can be used in nearly any environment and the multiple mounts provided in the system means you can move your iPad from room to room – even from home to office – wherever you use your iPad the most.
Additional product features include:
Three modular extension arms with 270 degree joints that freely adjust to any angle and height. These arms help the user to “build” a system using either one, two or three of the arms, resulting in a set up that provides a precise, ergonomic and hands-free viewing experience customized just for them.
The spiderArm mount system provides endless uses and its versatility allows the user to place it nearly anywhere. The spiderArm may be used around the home, in the office, or for commercial and professional uses due to its rugged, polycarbonate construction.
The secureSnap™ outer casing allows for a quick attachment of the iPad; the device eases onto the base and is snapped onto the unit at all four corners for a secure fit. This casing is connected to the first and shortest “arm” provided in the system which features a ball joint connection and a 360 degree adjustment knob that provides a secure connection as well as the ability to angle it based on viewing preferences.
A fashionable yet durable, quality finish in piano-key white color and soft, anodized-finish aluminum tubes.
Under counter mount option keeps iPad safe from harm and away from spills and splashes in the kitchen, in a lab or on your desk.
“Each day we are seeing more medical reports and media coverage about the injuries being caused by poor posture, abnormal neck positioning and over exertion of arm muscles due to the extended use of electronic devices,” commented Tim Henderson, inventor of the spiderArm. “We expect our system to stand apart from other cases or stands on the market because it was designed with the iPad users versatile lifestyle in mind – one minute they are accessing recipes while cooking in the kitchen and the next they are viewing movies on their iPad in bed. The spiderArm is there for every situation to support their device and accommodate their viewing needs.”
Tim Henderson is the creator of the patented design behind the spiderArm. His background in design and production are evident in its superior construction and functionality. The product has been designed to accommodate the user’s personal lifestyle, and accessories are being introduced rapidly by the company to provide even more mobility of the product.
About spiderArm Ltd.
spiderArm Ltd was founded in 2011 with the intent to bring the best-in-design and usability to the iPad accessory market. The company is continuing to research and develop iPad products that provide best in quality, function and innovation for the end user. For more information, visit spiderArm.com or call (800) 531-8289.
iPad® is a trademark of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Girls love dressing up dolls. Paper dolls can be just as fun as any doll where as the options seem more unlimited when using paper. Think for a moment, what if you didn’t have to mess with cardboard, tab bending, and cut-outs everywhere, and the expense associated with the dolls, wouldn’t you be interested in looking into this? What if it was free? Well, think no more and take a look at SK Planet’s new offering, Play-Doll for Kids, available on the iOS or Android device.
Kids will not only be able to dress up their dolls but once done, they now can make a full out story with the dolls. Better yet, the stories can be shared to family, such as grandparents who love anything from their grandchildren, through Play-Doll’s Share Board. This board, like the app, is free!
So parents, get your paper doll making happening today…paper free!
SUNNYVALE, Calif. – January 18, 2012 – SK Planet, a wholly owned subsidiary of Korea-based SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM, KSE: 017670), today announced Play-Doll For Kids, a family-friendly app that enables children to pick and create characters that can be shared with family and friends through Facebook, Twitter and e-mail. The app, which is available for Android and iOS, has more than 50 dolls, including a princess, a dinosaur and a vampire that users can personalize to create an adventure like no other.
Play-Doll is designed to enable children to use their imagination to create their perfect story. To start, users can scroll through the variety of characters they may want in their story. Story creators can do complete costume changes with the characters, including clothing, hairstyles and accessories such as shoes and bags.
In a sea of thousands of apps, Play-Doll has educational value as it exposes children to characters of all cultures, shapes and sizes. A recent Nielsen survey shows that the iPad is the most desired product during the holiday season, with smartphones and the iPod Touch not far behind, among children ages six to 12. Play-Doll encourages children to think outside of the box, interact and create a story they are proud to share with their loved ones.
Once characters are selected and customized, users then pick the setting of their story, such as a party or in the jungle. Children are able to make their stories come to life by recording and applying their voices to the characters and by moving characters on the Play-Doll set. Play-Doll also enables users to record their story to share with family and friends through Play-Doll’s Share Board.
Pricing and Availability
Play-Doll is a free Android and iOS app available immediately at the Apple App Store and the Android Market.
About SK Planet
SK Planet, a wholly owned subsidiary of SK Telecom, was established in October 1, 2011 with an aspiration to become a global platform innovator. As the lynchpin of SK Telecom’s future growth, the company was spun off with the industry-leading platform businesses including T-Store, T-map, MelOn, Cyworld and hoppin, Korea’s biggest mobile app store, mobile navigation, online music service, SNS and multi-screen premium video service. SK Planet is committed to building global platform business in Asia and other strategic markets. For more information, please visit www.skplanet.co.kr.
About SK Telecom
SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM, KSE: 017670) is Korea’s leading telecommunications provider with more than 26 million subscribers, which accounts for more than 50% of the total market. The company, established in 1984, reached KRW 12.46 trillion in revenue in 2010. SK Telecom was the first to launch and commercialize CDMA, CDMA 2000 1x, CDMA EV-DO and HSDPA networks, and it currently provides cellular, wireless internet, mobile media, global roaming service and more. For more information, please visit www.sktelecom.com.
SANTA CLARA, CALIF., December 13, 2011—In response to falling large-area TFT LCD panel prices in 2011, panel makers have minimized their 2H’11 production, but preparation for 2012 models and gradual clearing of supply chain inventories are encouraging panel makers to take a more positive stance in their production strategies. According to the NPD DisplaySearch Quarterly Large-Area Production Strategy Report, global TFT LCD glass input peaked in Q2’11, achieving a record 42.1 million square meters, but then fell to 36.5 million square meters in Q3’11, and is expected to reach 37.8 million square meters in Q4’11.
In Q1’12, panel makers are expecting to increase glass input by 5%, to 39.8 million square meters. The forecast capacity utilization is 77% in Q1’12, which is 7% higher than previously expected. This is partly based on expectations that prices have bottomed out in this cycle. Also, panel makers are planning for new models, such as larger size multi-function monitor panels, ultra-slim notebook PC panels, new TV panel sizes including 39”W, 43”W, 48”W and 50”W with cost effective CCFL and LED backlights, and slim bezels. However, with 2012 market demand still unclear, panel makers foresee the possibility of adjusting capacity utilization again in Q1’12.
According to Shawn Lee, Senior Analyst for NPD DisplaySearch, “Increasing production does not necessarily increase shipments, as panel prices are close to cash costs in many cases. However, improved inventory and price outlooks, as well as the launch of new panel models, are leading panel makers to be more optimistic.” Lee added, “Other factors leading to the increased production forecast include the need to increase utilization rates in order to cover depreciation costs, and the fact that new panel producers in China are starting to ramp up their fabs, contributing to the increased input. Lee concluded, “After a long oversupply period, panel makers are still cautious about glass input and utilization rates, and they do not plan to increase utilization to more than 80% in Q1’12.”
Tablet Panel Production on the Rise, While Mini-Notes Slide
In mobile PC applications, panel makers plan to decrease production of mini-note PC panels while increasing production of tablet PC panels, with area production of tablet PC panels expected to double from Q1’11 to Q2’11. Panel makers are also reshaping their tablet PC panel production strategies, with Sharp using its Gen 8 fab to produce tablet PC panels with oxide TFT backplanes, and Samsung, LG Display, and Sharp producing tablet PC panels with more than 200 pixels per inch.
Other panel makers, including AUO, Chimei Innolux, BOE, CPT and HannStar, are planning to apply more production resources to tablet PC panels in 2012. Although Gen 5 and smaller fabs will mainly produce mini-note and tablet PC panels, more than half of these will be produced in Gen 6 and Gen 8 starting in Q1’12.
The NPD DisplaySearch Quarterly Large-Area Production Strategy Reportoffers the industry’s most complete view of large-area panel production by analyzing panel makers’ quarterly production plans. Subscribers receive production plans by application in different generation fabs, with granular detail down to the size by aspect ratio and by country. With 100% coverage of panel makers, the Quarterly Large-Area Production Strategy Reportprovides reliable information and insight needed to evaluate production strategies, understand current capacity, spot key supply trends before it is too late and manage inventory. Please contact Charles Camaroto at 1.888.436.7673 or 1.516.625.2452, e-mail contact@displaysearch.com or contact your regional NPD DisplaySearch office in China, Japan, Korea or Taiwan for more information.
About NPD DisplaySearch
Since 1996, NPD DisplaySearch has been recognized as a leading global market research and consulting firm specializing in the display supply chain, as well as the emerging photovoltaic/solar cell industries. NPD DisplaySearch provides trend information, forecasts and analyses developed by a global team of experienced analysts with extensive industry knowledge and resources. In collaboration with The NPD Group, its parent company, NPD DisplaySearch uniquely offers a true end-to-end view of the display supply chain from materials and components to shipments of electronic devices with displays to sales of major consumer and commercial channels. For more information on NPD DisplaySearch analysts, reports and industry events, visit us at www.displaysearch.com. Read our blog at www.displaysearchblog.com and follow us on Twitter at @DisplaySearch.
About The NPD Group, Inc.
The NPD Group is the leading provider of reliable and comprehensive consumer and retail information for a wide range of industries. Today, more than 1,800 manufacturers, retailers, and service companies rely on NPD to help them drive critical business decisions at the global, national, and local market levels. NPD helps our clients to identify new business opportunities and guide product development, marketing, sales, merchandising, and other functions. Information is available for the following industry sectors: automotive, beauty, commercial technology, consumer technology, entertainment, fashion, food and beverage, foodservice, home, office supplies, software, sports, toys, and wireless. For more information, contact us or visit www.npd.com and www.npdgroupblog.com. Follow us on Twitter at @npdtech and @npdgroup.
Microsoft changed, forgive the pun, the playing field when it released the Kinect which has been reported Apple passed on the technology when brought to it first. Now the Kinect has come to the iPad 2 by using the built-in front-facing camera. Bringing a bit of Pitfall to your iOS device, Fuego’s River Adventure pits Fuego on a raft against crocodiles and other obsticles to dodge using your body movement. The video above shows the came in action and how from children to adults it makes for a new entertaining way to use your iPad 2.
Crimson Apps, the author of this Kinect-like game, is releasing this game changer on sale for $1.99 as an introductory price. It plans on putting the technology into an SDK so you can expect more iPad 2 and even iPhone 4 and 4S compatible games coming soon.
If you’re one of the few million people using your tablet instead of a laptop for your productivity suite, then you probably have already noted the need for a small an convenient keyboard. Verbatim has got your 101 keys, baby, and it tucked them away in a very small package. Some might even say cool.
Connecting to your tablet via Bluetooth folds in half when not in use and easily fits into a purse or briefcase. When opened, it will connect up to six Bluetooth devices such as an iPhone, iPad, Xoom, or Galaxy Tab.
Verbatim’s second generation Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Keyboard is now available at RadioShack, Amazon, Airport Wireless, B&H Photo, CDW and Fry’s Electronics for just $79.99.
Charlotte, NC, November 15, 2011 – Verbatim, the global leader in data storage technology, has just announced its second generation Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Keyboard is now shipping to retailers nationwide. The new model is designed to work with Bluetooth-enabled iPhone, iPad, iPad 2 and Android tablet devices with HID keyboard support such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab and Motorola Xoom. Like the original model, the new keyboard also features an ultra-compact design that folds for maximum portability. It also comes with a high-quality carrying case for convenient storage in your briefcase or purse. Plus, enhanced Bluetooth capability allows you to pair the wireless keyboard with up to six devices at one time!
The Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Keyboard features quiet soft-touch keys that provide a crisp, responsive feel when typing. A built-in media console lets you play, pause and control your digital music with the touch of a button. The new model of the keyboard also includes new smart keys for added convenience for Apple iOS devices including cut, copy, paste and undo, along with brightness, power off and device locking keys. The ultra-compact wireless keyboard also includes a bonus iPhone stand that can be used to position the phone in a convenient viewing position while you type. When not in use, the stand slides into the keyboard body itself for easy storage and protection.
“With Verbatim’s latest wireless mobile keyboard, it is quick and easy to compose e-mail and other documents with your Bluetooth-enabled tablet or iPhone on the go,” said Ron Hanafin, Verbatim Product Manager, Accessories & Peripherals. “Whether using an iPad or Android tablet, this thin-profile keyboard provides maximum portability and functionality.”
Verbatim’s second generation Bluetooth Wireless Mobile Keyboard is now available at RadioShack, Amazon, Airport Wireless, B&H Photo, CDW and Fry’s Electronics for just $79.99.
Features
• Now compatible with iPad, iPad 2, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Motorola Xoom and other Android tablet devices with both Bluetooth connectivity and HID keyboard support
• Ultra-compact design- Keyboard folds and stores in carry case for maximum portability
• Media console- Includes enhanced volume and digital music controls
• Now pairs with up to six devices at one time
• Extras- A carrying case for the keyboard and iPhone stand are also included, providing even greater freedom and mobility
• Enhanced Function Keys- New, easy-to-use function keys for cut, copy, paste and undo and more
• Works with 2 AAA batteries, included
• Learn more in our product FAQs and Hot Key Compatability charts
About Verbatim
Verbatim’s businesses in the Americas, Europe/Middle East/Africa and Asia Pacific regions are wholly owned subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd. MKM’s parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC), is one of Japan’s largest chemical companies. Verbatim develops and markets innovative, high-quality products for storing, moving and using digital content. Known for its leadership in the optical, magnetic and flash storage and related accessories markets, the company provides reliable, unique technologies and products that are highly sought after and broadly distributed worldwide. For more information, contact Verbatim Americas, LLC, 1200 West W.T. Harris Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262. In Europe, Verbatim Ltd., Prestige House, 23-26 High Street, Egham, Surrey, TW20 9DU, UK, (+44) 1784 439 781. In Japan, Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd., 4-1-23, Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8415, Japan (+81) 3-5454-3972. Or visit the web site at www.verbatim.com and select the country of your location.
I love, LOVE, Scandinavian furniture and have since I was kid. Hey, with a Swedish name, one has to, right? A walk through IKEA always gives me flashbacks to when I was a kid while in Germany and I always remember how my sweet parents spent thousands on a custom Scandinavian bed for me as a teen that I still miss to this day. Now, that same stunning look and simplicity comes to speakers for your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and even iTunes on your Mac or PC. Utilizing AirPlay from Apple, Libratone debuts it’s AirPlay enabled sounds systems that, “boast exceptional sound and minimalistic Scandinavian design made from hand-picked materials including Italian cashmere, and chrome.” One look at these blocks and you don’t have to look any further for beauty. While Libratone shafted us on any specifications in its press release, it certainly didn’t prepare us for the staggering prices. The “cheappy” clocks in at $700 and the top of the line will set you back $1,300! But hey, it’s Scandinavian, right?
LIBRATONE DEBUTS AIRPLAY
ENABLED SOUND SYSTEMS
Libratone’s wireless AirPlay speakers boast exceptional sound and minimalistic Scandinavian design made from hand-picked materials including Italian cashmere, and chrome
Palo Alto – November 2, 2011 – Libratone, a brand known in Europe for its high-end sound systems, makes its U.S. debut with the launch of two cutting-edge AirPlay-enabled options for the ultimate sound experience: the Libratone Live and Libratone Lounge. Apple’s AirPlay® allows users to stream songs from their iTunes music libraries on Mac or PC, as well as music stored on their iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, through their Wi-Fi networks.* The Libratone Lounge system is designed to make every corner of the room the ideal spot for sound while the Libratone Live allows for versatility due to its smaller size. Another attractive feature is the gorgeous design of both systems, which is heightened with quality hand-picked materials including Italian cashmere, chrome, wood and selected acoustic materials. Libratone Live and Lounge allow you to experience big sound with minimalistic design without clumsy, clunky speakers. One is all you need.
Liberation is a reoccurring theme for Libratone as they encourage a life without cables, without clutter and most importantly surrounded by great sound. Users can enhance the Libratone experience with the Libratone App, which allows for the customization of the FullRoom feature, enabling you adjust sound to fit any room.
The Libratone speakers are now available in a variety of colors to compliment your spaces. The Libratone Lounge, perfect for living room spaces, is available in Slate Grey, Blueberry Black and Vanilla Beige as standard at a cost of $1,299 and as red and green cashmere in its premium offering at a cost of $1,399. The more petite Libratone Live, ideal for any room in the home, is available in grey, black and beige as standard at a cost of $699 and as premium in red and green cashmere at a cost of $799. The stylish Live also offers a chrome handle for easy portability.
Libratone Lounge and Live are available at Apple Online Store in US. For a full list of other retailers visit www.libratone.com/buy.
“Music is the context in which we live our lives – a personal soundtrack so to speak. We believe strongly in simplicity and the ability to experience room-filling sound in any room without clumsy speakers and tangled wires” states Soeren Louis Pedersen, Chief Sales Officer of Libratone, “Libratone is designed to simplify and enhance any home décor with room filling, high fidelity sound”.
Libratone Live and Libratone Lounge features:
• Libratone Lounge and Libratone Live utilizes AirPlay, allowing users to stream songs from their iTunes music libraries on Mac or PC, as well as music stored on their iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, through their Wi-Fi networks.*
• Minimalistic interior design. Libratone Live is small and even has a handle for easy placement. Libratone Lounge is designed to stand alone or to fit under a TV or anywhere aesthetically all while enjoying the same exceptional sound.
• FullRoom technology. The single sound source design ensures that acoustic sound is covered from corner-to-corner. Take the experience to the next level by personalizing the FullRoom feature with the Libratone App.
• Quality raw materials and craftsmanship all from hand-picked materials including cashmere, chrome and wood. Gorgeous colors compliment every home.
The Libratone App is available for free from the App Store on iPad, iPhone or iPod touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore.
*AirPlay requires iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (2nd, 3rd or 4th generation), iPad 2 or iPad with iOS 4.2 or later, or Mac and PC with iTunes 10.1 or later. Wi-Fi network is required.
About Libratone
Libratone is a Copenhagen-based audio company that creates sound systems for today. That’s it.
Our approach is three-headed: Wireless technology, hi-fi quality, and Scandinavian design
– in one sound source.
Our goal is to play music from iPad, iPhone and iPod touch devices worldwide and to deliver an alternative to clumsy stereo systems and the wire-havoc they wreak. All without compromising the sound experience.
To learn more about Libratone’s Lounge and Live audio systems visit www.libratone.com.
Trademark acknowledgements
iTunes, AirPlay, iPod, iPhone and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Libratone and FullRoom are registered trademarks of Libratone A/S.
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Don’t fiddle with some clumsy half-baked way to rest your iPad or Android tablet on the front-seat head rest pretending you have some coolio fold down HD screen. Forget it, man, just check out the new Bracketron mount just shown off at SEMA. These mounts hold your tablet perfect and mount them on just about any vehicles headrest protecting your valuable investment and making it look all pro at the same time. For a mere $40, do it right and head over to Bracketron.com and get your order on now.
Minneapolis, MN – October 25, 2011– Bracketron, the leading manufacturer in mounts and accessories for mobile consumer electronics, announces three new universal tablet mounting solutions for in-vehicle use, including headrest and cup holder mounts. The company will showcase the Twist360°, a versatile tablet mount that is ideal for auto, home and office use, and the Universal Tablet Headrest Mount, in addition to giving a special preview of the soon-to-be-available tablet cup holder mount at Booth 11631 at SEMA Show 2011, November 1-4, 2011.
“At Bracketron, we focus on innovation and the creation of in-vehicle mounts and accessories that extend the use of mobile devices and enhance overall user experience,” said Mark Mandel, Executive Vice President of Bracketron. “Along with providing versatile options for tablet mounting solutions, we offer a full line of universal smartphone chargers and mounts for auto use.”
Bracketron’s Twist360° is a universal tablet mount with a unique design that features the TwistGrip, a rotating handle combined with a multi-purpose stand that allows for infinite viewing angles in both landscape and portrait modes. The lightweight and portable Twist360° is ideal for car and air travel, and includes a Velcro headrest strap for quick and easy installation. The versatile mount can rotate 360 degrees and flip into endless positions for handheld or desktop use. Simple and comfortable to use, it is the perfect accessory for the home, classroom or office, or when traveling. The durable design protects the sides of your tablet while offering full access to all device controls. The Twist360° is compatible with all tablets up to 6”x7.5” and .55” thick, including iPad, iPad 2, Galaxy Tab, Motorola Xoom, Amazon Kindle and more. The Twist360° is available now in white or black for $39.95 at Bracketron.com and will soon be available at national retailers.
The Universal Tablet Headrest Mount is the ideal accessory for mounting your iPad or tablet for passenger use when you’re on the go and in your vehicle. The durable mount clasps securely to the driver or passenger front-seat headrest and features a portable design for easy installation and removal. The mount’s low-profile tablet holder offers convenient access to all device buttons and controls, and can be adjusted for multiple viewing angles and easy interaction. The lightweight mount can be easily stowed or used in multiple vehicles, and is a great after-market option for rear-seat entertainment. The Universal Tablet Headrest Mount is available now for $39.95 at Bracketron.com and national retailers.
At the SEMA Show, Bracketron will also provide a sneak peak of their new universal tablet holder that easily installs into a vehicle’s cup holder, providing a stable, secure and easily accessible mounting solution. The mount caters to front seat passengers and allows for easy interaction and viewing. This front-of-vehicle tablet mount is scheduled to be available at national retailers in December 2011.
Launch Event
Bracketron will showcase the full line of in-vehicle mounts and accessories during SEMA Show 2011 from November 1-4. Journalists interested in previewing Bracketron products at Booth 11632, may schedule an appointment by contacting PR representative Tiffany Iwankiw.
About Bracketron
Founded in 2001, Bracketron is the industry leader in universal mounting solutions and accessories for many of today’s most popular mobile and handheld technologies, including GPS, smartphone, iPad/tablet, MP3, satellite radio and PC. Bracketron offers a broad selection of mounting configuration options designed to offer an optimal level of flexibility and functionality. The company has broadened its product line to include a variety of flexible mounting options designed to extend the use of the device and enhance the overall user experience.
For more information about Bracketron, visit www.bracketron.com.
If you’re like me, you probably don’t have enough room on your iPad and iPhone for movies. Moreover, you probably have a few movies that iTunes doesn’t like to play or it only plays on one device and not the other. Well, with the aid of VLC, if you were so lucky to get it before it was removed from the App Store, you can watch just about anything on your iDevice. Stick the HyperDrive iFlashDrive into your computers USB and stuff it with your files. Remove and put the other end into the iDevice’s Dock Connector and open up the possibilities. With the free app, you browse your files and then open them in the installed associated application.
Now you can grab 8, 16, or 32GB of extra storage and bring it to any iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. It’s a bit pricey, but may be worth it for the convenience. See the deets below.
10.11.2011- FREMONT, California – Sanho Corporation (USA), makers of the World’s only USB hard drive for iPad is proud to announce its partnership with PhotoFast Company Limited (Taiwan) to exclusively distribute the iFlashDrive in the United States, United Kingdom and other parts of the world. iFlashDrive is the first and only USB flash drive that works with the iPhone, iPad, iPod and supports two way data transfer between computers and different iDevices. A free downloadable companion app is available from the Apple App Store to allow iDevices to perform file management with the iFlashDrive.
iFlashDrive with USB and Apple 30-pin dock connectors
The cobranded HyperDrive/PhotoFast iFlashDrive, available in three different capacities of 8GB, 16GB and 32GB, has a USB connector to connect to computers and functions like any USB flash drive in the market in that users can transfer data between their computer and the iFlashDrive. What differentiates iFlashDrive from other USB flash drives is that on the other side of the device, opposite to the USB connector, is an Apple-approved 30-pin dock connector that works with the iPhone, iPad and iPod to perform two way data transfer, like how traditional USB flash drives work with computers.
iFlashDrive works with a free companion app which users will be prompted to download from the Apple App Store when they first connect the iFlashDrive to their iDevice. With the app, users will be able to transfer files between the iFlashDrive and iDevice and access the following features:
- Open any file natively supported by the iDevice
- Option to open files in other third party apps
- Built-in music player, voice recorder and text editor
- Access and import photos/videos from the iDevice library
- Backup and restore iDevice contact list
- File management (create/copy/move/delete/rename)
- Send out files as email attachments
“HyperDrive iFlashDrive is the easiest solution to transfer and share files between different iDevices and computers,” says Daniel Chin, President of Sanho Corporation. “iFlashDrive does not require iTunes, Internet or wireless networks to transfer data which makes it perfect for quick instant transfers between different iDevices, when computers or networks are not present like on airplanes, basements or out of signal areas,” he concludes.
Specifications
Capacity: 8GB, 16GB and 32GB
Dimensions: 2.66″ x 1.39″ x 0.41″ / 67.5 x 35.4 x 10.4 mm
Weight: 0.71oz / 20g
Compatibility: iOS 4 / iOS 5 / Windows XP / Windows 7 / OS X
Supported iDevices:
iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch 4G (requires iOS 4 & above)
iPhone 3GS, iPod touch 3G (requires iOS 5)
File types that can be opened by iFlashDrive app:
Video: M4V, MP4, MPV
Photo: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, BMP, CUR, ICO, XBM
Music: MP3, M4A, AAC, AIF, AIFF, CAF, WAV
Documents: Pages, Keynotes, Numbers, PDF, TXT, RTF, RTFD, DOC, XLS, PPT, DOCS, XLSX, PPTX, HTML, VCF
System Requirements: Free companion app downloadable from Apple App Store
Transfer Speed: 10MB/s for USB, 100KB/s at iDevice side (due to limitation by Apple’s transfer protocol)
HyperDrive iFlashDrive is now available for pre-order at www.hyperdrive.com and ships in 2 weeks time at the following prices: $99.95 (8GB), $149.95 (16GB), $199.95 (32GB).
Since the arrival of the iPod a decade ago, dock accessories have become very popular and creative. That cleverness has made it to the iPad with the new iRoom iDock. Unlike any other dock, Bracketron has gone into the sheet rock and put in a “fully powered, motorized in-wall iPad mounting solution” as it refers to it. The dock comes in three colors including brushed aluminum, piano black and opal white or can be customized to match your wall. Both the iPad and iPad 2 can take advantage of the iRoom iDock in either portrait or landscape docking.
Perfect for hotels, hospitals, restaurants, boardrooms, doctor offices, corporate entrances, and retails settings, the iRoom iDock can definitely remove clutter from a desk and add a touch of elegance to any wall. While I’m not sure how this would fit into walls of private homes, it would be cool to dock your iPad next to your bed in the wall.
No pricing information is given in the below press release but you can count on it being close in cost of the bottom of the line iPad.
Minneapolis, MN – September 21, 2011– Bracketron, the leader in mounting solutions and accessories for mobile consumer electronics, announces the North American availability of the iRoom iDock, the first powered and motorized in-wall mounting solution for iPad on the market today. Available in portrait and landscape models, the iDock can be flush-mounted to seamlessly and stylishly integrate the iPad into any room. A patented motorized docking system opens and closes the iDock to securely store the iPad, and the dock also includes both power and composite audio internal connections. The mount’s faceplate (bezel) comes in three sleek colors including brushed aluminum, piano black and opal white, or can be color customized so that the bezel perfectly matches your unique interior design. Compatible with both iPad and iPad 2, iDock Landscape and iDock Portrait are available now through Bracketron, the official and exclusive distributor for iRoom iDock in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
“The iRoom iDock is an elegant, powered solution that fully integrates the iPad into a room’s design concept and overall function,” said Christian Johnson, Vice President of Marketing at Bracketron. “The iDock is ideal for both residential and commercial applications, and will turn any room into a truly sophisticated and connected living or work space.”
The iDock features a unique powered opening mechanism with a one-touch proximity sensor. When activated, the sensor recognizes when you are nearby and switches the iDock to the open position allowing you to insert your iPad. After ten seconds the iPad door closes again automatically. The proximity sensor can also be disabled to lock the iPad permanently in place. When the iPad is inserted into the dock, you have total control of smart home applications on the device while it is also being charged. The iDock also automatically charges the iPad battery when mounted. If you experience a power outage, the iDock simply opens automatically and releases the iPad for removal.
The iRoom iDock is integrated flush with the wall using a special flush-mounted socket. The iDock is then connected to the power supply and inserted into the flush-mounted socket. For added security, the iDock’s proximity sensor and automatic opening and closing functions can be disabled if desired. The iDock landscape model is particularly suited for viewing movies, presentations and photos on the iPad. A 30-pin connector powers the landscape version. The iDock is also external contact-friendly, which makes interesting new functions possible such as connecting the dock to a keypad or fingerprint entry system.
The continuous development of iPad applications creates new ways and opportunities to integrate iPad products every day. The iRoom iDock is an elegant solution for in-wall docking and control in:
• Private homes
• Hotels
• Hospitals
• Yachts
• Restaurants
• Boardrooms
• Retail
• Medical practices
• Corporate entrances
The iDock features brilliant design, engineering and high quality materials, and is manufactured to the most stringent European standards. All iRoom products come with a two-year warranty. The iDock is compatible with the original iPad and iPad 2. Two conversion sets – iPad 1-kit and iPad 2-kit – contain easy-to-install rails and adapters that allow users to mount any version of the iPad in the dock.
Features
• Motorized docking and release (Watch video here)
• Available in Portait or Landscape models, to suit the primary in-wall usage
• Docking status notification (iDock Landscape only)
• Automatic opening in the event of power failure or overload
• Quality design made in Austria
• Dimensions (width/height/depth)- 220 x 310 x 66.8 mm
• Comes in Piano Black, Opal White or Brushed Aluminum; custom colors also available
• Professional installation recommended
Bracketron is the official and exclusive Marketer of the iRoom iDock in the United States, Canada and Mexico. For sales and pricing inquiries, please contact Bracketron at (952) 746-7775. If you are a media member and would like to request more information on Bracketron’s versatile line of universal mounting solutions and accessories, contact PR representative Tiffany Iwankiw at (305) 576-1171 x140 or tiffanyiwankiw@maxborgesagency.com.
About Bracketron
Founded in 2001, Bracketron is the industry leader in universal mounting solutions and accessories for many of today’s most popular mobile and handheld technologies, including GPS, smartphone, iPad/tablet, MP3, satellite radio and PC. Bracketron offers a broad selection of mounting configuration options designed to offer an optimal level of flexibility and functionality. The company has broadened its product line to include a variety of flexible mounting options designed to extend the use of the device and enhance the overall user experience.
For more information about Bracketron, visit www.bracketron.com.
About iRoom
Founded in 2008, iRoom is an Austria-based company that focuses on designing, developing and producing solutions and services for automated residential homes and offices. In iRoom’s Salzburg showroom, the company demonstrates the latest developments in home automation – their own developments like the iRoom iDock as well as developments from partner companies. With an R&D rate of more than 25 percent in 2010, iRoom proves to put a strong focus on product development. iRoom’s strengths include the quick time-to-market phase of new product developments, the creativity of its team, and experience in home automation and integration. iRoom creates “Intelligente Technik”, designed for everyone.
For more information on iRoom, visit www.iroomidock.com.
You can now check out a book from your “local” library onto your Kindle or Kindle app! Like the good old days of making a trip to your library around the corner, you can browse the electronic eReader list of available books from your modern online library – or access the same list at an actual library – and check out a title using your library card. Since this is all electronic, you can access the library’s selection 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Like the hardcover books that line endless rows of shelves, your electronic book on the Kindle will have an expiration date upon which the book is “returned” and no longer accessible. But don’t worry, just check it out again if you need. 
The process for Kindles is a two-step procedure which requires logging into your Amazon account after checking out the library book to Whispersync it to your selected device. Once that has been done, open your Kindle or your free Kindle app on your iPad or other supported device and voila, there is your book!
I love modern technology but the thought of my children never physically entering a library as I did once as a young student is a bit odd. Check that out! 
CLEVELAND, OH, September 21, 2011 – In a move highly anticipated since its initial announcement in April, public libraries and schools in the U.S. can now lend eBooks for the Amazon® Kindle. OverDrive (www.overdrive.com) announced today that it has begun adding Kindle compatibility to all of the U.S. public and school libraries in its network and expects to have all sites updated within days. This is a very significant step in a series of OverDrive WIN platform enhancements to streamline user experience and help libraries meet the increased demand for eBooks.
OverDrive, the leading multichannel digital distributor of eBooks, audiobooks and other digital content, supplies 15,000 public and school libraries worldwide and more than 11,000 in the U.S. To see if your local library is a member of the OverDrive network, visit OverDrive Search.
“Kindle compatibility will allow public and school libraries to serve millions of new readers and extend their valuable community role while providing an outstanding reading experience,” said Steve Potash, CEO of OverDrive. “This addition helps public libraries accelerate their drive to become the first online stop for eBooks, where visitors can browse, discover and sample new and popular titles and authors in virtually all subjects.”
The process for borrowing a public library or school eBook for Kindle is similar as for other devices. Most eBooks already in the library’s catalog supplied by OverDrive are compatible with Kindle, so users simply browse or search for “Kindle Book”, check out a title with a valid library card, and then click “Get for Kindle.” Access to the Kindle Book will occur at Amazon’s website after signing in and selecting delivery to the user’s Kindle device or any of the free Kindle reading apps. As with all eBooks and other digital content at OverDrive-powered libraries and schools, titles are available 24/7 and incur no late fees because they automatically expire at the end of the lending period. For more details on Kindle compatibility, including the availability of Amazon’s Whispersync technology, please visit OverDrive’s Digital Library Blog.
In addition to Kindle, OverDrive provides support for all major desktop and mobile devices, including Windows®, Mac®, iPod®, iPhone®, iPad®, Sony® Reader, NOOK™, Android™, BlackBerry® and Windows® Phone.
About OverDrive
OverDrive is a leading multichannel digital distributor of eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video. We deliver secure management, DRM protection, and download fulfillment services for hundreds of publishers and thousands of libraries, schools, and retailers, serving millions of end users. OverDrive has been named to the EContent 100 as a company that matters most in the digital content industry. Founded in 1986, OverDrive is based in Cleveland, OH.