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Ditch the Cord and Charge Your iPhone Anywhere With Prong's PocketPlug

Oct 30, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Prong's PocketPlug phone case/charger may strike you as a product you would see on the Home Shopping Network — complete with an overly dramatic video clip starring a woman who just can't deal with her iPhone's cord charger — but it's actually a pretty cool idea. ... Read More

Store Hundreds of Movies in Cinema One's Digital Library

Oct 29, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Any respectable media room needs a great video player, which is where Kaleidescape's new Cinema One comes in. This movie server promises to be the ultimate player for your home theater and considering it won Best New Product at CEDIA 2013 (that's the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association, in case you didn't know), they may not be boasting.... Read More

QuarterWave's Handcrafted Acoustic Curves Might Just Turn You Into An Audiophile

Oct 22, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Personally, I love the recent trend of incorporating wood into modern technology designs. Assuming it is well made, the product is instantly transformed into a retro-inspired must-have — especially when it's a speaker system. QuarterWave is the newest model to catch our attention, but you're going to have to pledge some money to get it off the ground via Kickstarter. ... Read More

Braven 850 Wireless Speaker: House Party Necessary

Oct 18, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

When it comes to wireless speakers, I like models that can fit in with any décor scheme - even my random amalgamation of books and art prints - and the Braven 850 fits the bill pretty perfectly. The small rectangular design (less than a foot long, to be exact) would look great on a mantle or bookshelf and with 20 watts of audio, it definitely wouldn't be just for show.... Read More

Practical Beartek Gloves Push Wearable Tech to Innovative Heights

Oct 15, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Sure, Beartek Gloves don't have anything to do with wrestling bears — which is, admittedly, what I immediately thought of — but they seem pretty cool nonetheless. The black gloves allow you remote access and control of your smartphone, enabling you to change music and answer calls without ever touching the device. ... Read More

Sharp's 60" LED Smart TV Takes Audio and Visual to New Levels

Oct 14, 2013  |   Contributor: Kellie Speed

You’re in the market for a new high end TV that has everything you ever wanted and then some, plus some more additional features, but which model do you choose? With so many makes out there, how can you find the best one available today?... Read More

Get a Samsung Galaxy Gear Smartwatch Before They Sell Out

Oct 10, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

We can't be the only ones who have been waiting for the Samsung Galaxy Gear to go on sale in the US, and now that some are becoming available, they're being snatched up fast! This unique smartphone watch not only picks up notifications, controls music playback, and keeps time with a variety of faces, it also has a 1.9-megapixel camera, speakers and two microphones built in — meaning you can actually record a video from your wrist.... Read More

Record Incredible Experiences With GoPro's HERO3+ Black Edition Camera

Oct 8, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

If you've seen the point-of-view video from the back of a soaring eagle, it was made possible thanks to GoPro and their incredibly lightweight cameras. From being mounted on motorcycle helmets to cars, these small cameras are able to get some pretty incredible footage.... Read More

New NanoHiFi Compact Stereo Channels Retro Boom Boxes

Oct 4, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

With a boxy design that reminds one of the boom boxes of yore, the NanoHiFi intends to be your new favorite compact home stereo system. It comes equipped with Bluetooth, USB, an iPod/iPhone dock, and a CD slot for when you want to rock "old school" — you can even detach the two end speakers to dispense sounds however you please. ... Read More

50 Cent Challenges Dr. Dre With SMS Audio Headphones

Oct 1, 2013  |   Contributor: Tara Imperatore

Watch out Dr. Dre, there’s another rap legend breaking into the world of haute headphones. As the founder and CEO of SMS Audio, 50 Cent helped design a line of headphones that would impress music lovers with its professional sound quality (SMS does mean studio mastered sound, after all), while also appealing to the style savvy. Here’s what you need to know to pick the pair that’s best for your lifestyle:... Read More