Daily Digest Coolest Gadgets for 01/07/2013

The latest and coolest gadgets daily digest Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Jan 07, 2013 10:30 am | Alison Are You Ready for CES? We gadget folks of the world we always look forward to the holidays. Not so much because of Christmas but because that means CES is just around the corner! The 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show kicks off in Las Vegas at 10am local time on Tuesday. With over 3,000 exhibitor booths in 1.87 million square feet of exhibition space and over 150,000 attendees – gadget lovers are bound to be overwhelmed with the latest and greatest in technology. Booths have been in progress for a month and The Verge followed along during the process if you'd like to see what it takes to build CES. Some of the hottest anticipated topics include advancements in OLED displays both big and small, more Google devices, hoards of Bluetooth speakers and even a big automaker presence.  CES is always full of surprises too. So stay in the loop! If you are unable to attend – or are in Vegas and want to stay up-to-date, tap into some of CEA's special interactivity: Interactive floor map of all official CES space to find where everyone is exhibiting "Explore the Floor": if you are on site play the game! This CES social media check-in game enables you to earn points as you visit booths and check in on Foursquare or Facebook. Highest daily and overall scores will win themselves gift cards. Get breaking news and even win prizes via social media and their official hashtag #2013ces. The show has separate accounts on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google+, Linkedin, Instagram and Foursquare which will all be updated with the latest news. Download the official CES Mobile app on Google Play or the Apple App Store to learn of news, plan your visit and more. Wired will also run a live blog. And of course we here at Coolest Gadgets will keep you posted on the best of the best through the week. If you see something online, on TV or in Vegas that you think fellow CG readers would enjoy let us know! And let the fun begin. [ Are You Ready for CES? copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Jan 07, 2013 09:32 am | Alison Turn Photos Into Funnies Now that the holidays are done you are probably looking back at your photos and reminiscing. Maybe it was your Uncle making a fool of himself on Christmas Day. Or perhaps the cat attacking the tree is something you want to commemorate. Whether from the last weeks or previous times all photos have a story behind them, right? Good times deserve proper dialog and humor. The $19.99 Comic Strip Photo Frame gives you a chance to turn those memorable pics into a fun comic. With space to display 6 photos you can choose from the same event or a variety of your favorite snapshots. Included with the frame is a sheet of adhesive dialog bubbles and a marker. Once you put your photos in jot your own expressions on the bubbles and apply. “BAM” “”Ka-pow” or whatever comes to mind. You can create a comic complete with your own photos. Stickers are reusable too, so switch out your story and adjust the dialog as frequently as you want. So now your Uncle’s antics can become a funny memory and the cat suddenly exclaims “kowabunga” when attacking the tree. Whether used on your recent holiday gaffes or on a variety of your favorite pictures, make sure that you turn them into a funny memory. [ Turn Photos Into Funnies copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Jan 07, 2013 08:51 am | Edwin Trakdot Luggage tracker It does not really matter whether you do a whole lot of traveling, or you just pack your suitcase once a year for the annual company trip – either way, the moment your luggage gets out from your home, there is always a risk of your luggage going missing, or being rerouted to somewhere else. I suppose necessity being the mother of invention holds true, which is why the Trakdot Luggage tracker was born – or rather, brought into existence. The SITA claims that nearly 26 million bags actually go missing each year from airports all over this big blue globe that we live in. Well, you need not let that statistic spoil your upcoming journey, as travelers who are deeply concerned about the safety of valuables are now able to enjoy a simple, affordable luggage tracking solution from Trakdot. Basically, the Trakdot Luggage tracker is tiny enough to fit into a checked bag, where it will get to work reporting city location in real time just about to any mobile, Apple, Android, or SMS capable devices. Nice to know that the lowest common denominator is served here, meaning there is no need to own a smartphone just to make use of the Trakdot. The Trakdot Luggage tracker was specially built for travel convenience, as it comes in the form of a palm-sized tracker which is extremely light, and will fit nicely into just about any size bag. The luggage locator system itself is capable of delivering city-specific information on the whereabouts of checked baggage in real time. In the rather unfortunate event of the Trakdot protected bag arriving somewhere else, at least you know just which city is it "parked" at, so there is no need to fret. The Trakdot Luggage tracker will arrive in the mass market from March this year at $49.95 a pop, where it is accompanied by an activation fee of $8.99 and an annual service fee of $12.99. Press Release [ Trakdot Luggage tracker copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Jan 07, 2013 05:30 am | Edwin Mobio Go, Grip and Pivot help accessorize your mobile devices Mobio has just announced a trio of accessories for your mobile devices, where they come in the form of the Mobio Go, Mobio Grip and Mobio Pivot. These three are meant to deliver new methods so that you can enhance the use of tablets and smartphones, making them a whole lot more convenient to use than they already are at this point in time, in addition to being more functional and fun. They are all precision-made (in China), comes in an ergonomic and sleek design, while relying on magnetic-based technology in order to securely hold your mobile devices at the exact spot where you want them to. Mobio products are brand-neutral, meaning they will play nice with all mobile devices regardless of branding, making Mobio a universally accepted name. Mobio Go is ideal to keep your phone or tablet company when you drive, as all you need to do is attach your mobile device to the Mobio Go magnetic mount, click, and you're good to go. As for the Mobio Grip, it functions as a convenient handle and a stand which you are able to put on or take off in a matter of a second. This ergonomically designed accessory can fit comfortably in your palm or between your fingers, letting you carry or hold your tablet at any angle with a single hand. Last but not least, the Mobio Pivot is guaranteed to turn heads, as it holds your phone or tablet securely, while letting you adjust it to any viewing angle. Press Release [ Mobio Go, Grip and Pivot help accessorize your mobile devices copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Jan 07, 2013 05:00 am | Edwin Boom Dock iSpeaker When it comes to docking stations for the iOS-powered range of devices, these are dime a dozen. In fact, dime a dozen does not really describe it best, it would be a gazillion iDocks hanging around on store shelves, looking pitifully at the masses who walk by each day, hoping that someone would rescue them from such a mediocre existence so that they can really show off to the listener just what kind of audio performance they are capable of. Well, the $25.99 Boom Dock iSpeaker does not need to rest on a store shelf, as you can always make an online purchase and have it delivered right to your doorstep. Apart from that, it also comes in a shape of a boom box, meaning you can relive those old school moments of your youth as you blast current tunes via a retro looking device. As for old faithful, you might as well send it into retirement and perform an upgrade by picking up the (relatively lightweight) Boom Dock iSpeaker. It allows you to tote the boombox around without having to struggle much, and you also need not sacrifice your sense of musical style. Be mindful though, the Boom Dock iSpeaker will rely on power from your connected iDevice, meaning it has no batteries built in, but your iDevice will be sucked dry faster than normal. It will play nice with the iPod mini, classic and 3rd to 5th generations, iPod nano 1st to 5th generations, iPod touch, iPhone and iPad. [ Boom Dock iSpeaker copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Jan 07, 2013 04:00 am | Edwin Griffin announces Survivor + Catalyst Waterproof Case for iPhone 5 You know that your smartphone is one of the more expensive impulse purchases that you can make (from the technological point of view that is unlike jewelry or an expensive watch, where the final price point is not to say that expensive, and yet it is crucial enough to warrant a purchase), so it makes perfect sense to do your bit and purchase adequate protection for it. Case in point (pardon the pun) would be Griffin's Survivor + Catalyst Waterproof Case for iPhone 5, where it will bring together Catalyst's expertise in designing waterproof products alongside more than two decades of experience at Griffin as one of the most established companies in the iOS accessory space. Touted to be one of the most technical waterproof products available in the market as at press time, this is certainly a whole lot more convincing compared to the original Survivor case by Griffin. Its predecessor (and of course, also its inspiration) was built to military standards, and it has also lived to be synonymous with extreme-duty protection for mobile devices, making it ready for everyday life and adventures. In fact, the Survivor has become one of Griffin's best-selling protective case ever since it debuted a couple of years ago. Griffin continues to lead the way where the protective case industry is concerned by rolling out the Survivor + Catalyst Waterproof Case for iPhone 5, although you will need to trade $79.99 to bring one of these bad boys home. Specially designed and built for freedom in and around water, the Survivor + Catalyst Waterproof Case is able to go whenever and wherever adventure beckons. This particular waterproof case is 9.8 feet deep (3 meters) and has been drop-tested to 6.6 feet (2 meters), while at the same time delivering full access to all of the iPhone's features. It is also ultra-rugged and waterproof, ensuring that the iPhone 5 remains well protected from the elements without having to sacrifice the ability to photograph, video, take calls, listen to audio and even plug in to recharge the iPhone battery while being protected. This is made possible thanks to button covers, while its crystal clear housing enables users to showcase their iPhone in addition to having them visually inspect the main o-ring seal for reliable waterproof protection. Any takers? It ought to arrive later this month for those who are interested. Press Release [ Griffin announces Survivor + Catalyst Waterproof Case for iPhone 5 copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More In This Issue Are You Ready for CES? Turn Photos Into Funnies Trakdot Luggage tracker Mobio Go, Grip and Pivot help accessorize your mobile devices Boom Dock iSpeaker Griffin announces Survivor + Catalyst Waterproof Case for iPhone 5 Recent Stories Doctor Who Tardis Play Tent Razer Orbweaver mechanical gaming keypad Simple To Do List Recorder Cavallino GT1 Bluetooth speaker dock

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