Archives for September 2012

Jorno pocket foldable keyboard revisited

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Back in 2010, at CanoeTech Blog we previewed the Jorno foldable keyboard, a small and innovative solution for those who loved their mobile devices but preferred the touchy-feely of a real keyboard. It has still not yet come to market, as it seems the creators are in need of some cash and are looking at crowdsourcing the funding.

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Desperately seeking iPhone 5?

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iPhone 5 lineup Edmonton’s Southgate Centre (Friday Sep 21)

Apple has sold over  5 million*  iPhone 5 models in the first three days following its official release last Friday. It’s a hit! So, unless you had previously reserved one, if you’re looking at taking one home today, whether or not you’re looking for an unlocked model, chances are, you’ll likely walk away disappointed. But not all hope may be lost, especially if you’re willing to do a little legwork, perhaps make a few phone calls and have a little patience.

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IK Multimedia iRig PRE Universal Microphone Interface for iOS Now Shipping

iRig PRE is a nifty little device from IK Multimedia allows you to use any professional XLR microphone with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. It has the essential features that you would find in many professional; studio mic pre-amps.

It features an adjustable gain control, 48-volt phantom power supplied by a 9V battery and an audio/headphone output jack so you can monitor what’s going through to your device in real-time.
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ECBC’s Rolls Out B7 Series Super Durable HD Ballistic Nylon Cases

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Time for a new carry bag? Who says rugged and ultra durable cases can’t be sleek, sophisticated and practical?  ECBC has introduced the B7 Series of daypacks, messenger bags and totes that fit all 3 of these criteria and make sense for all things we tend to carry around these days.

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Review: Braven 600 portable wireless Bluetooth speaker

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There are many new Bluetooth devices arriving up on the scene as the demand for hands-free in-car devices drives forward, but they’re not all designed to be in-ear or for use in your vehicle. One such device is the Braven 600. It’s a wireless portable Bluetooth speaker, plus a whole lot more, that’s designed to be used just about anywhere.

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Apple rolls out iPhone 5, new iPods and EarPods

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For some it was a long time coming, but earlier today at the Apple event in San Francisco, the company announced, as expected, the new and improved iPhone 5. They also took the opportunity to announce new iPods, updated earbuds (dubbed EarPods), as well as a new iTunes. It seems for the most part, the rumour mill had it right and in some cases surprisingly dead on!

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Apple lineup refresh expected along with iPhone 5

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With all the hints that we’ve seen thus far it seems that it’s likely a foregone conclusion that will see the highly anticipated iPhone 5 officially announced at the Apple event taking place tomorrow morning September 12th at the Yerba Buena Center in downtown San Francisco. But along with the expected iPhone will likely be a refresh to some of the rest of Apple’s product line. Of course the final proof won’t be until tomorrow morning or afternoon depending on where you live.

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Edifier Spinnaker Bluetooth speakers offer horn of plenty

 

SpinnakerI’ve seen many speakers in my day, but none that remind me of shark fins, rhinoceros horns or hats worn by the Loyal Order of Water Buffalo in The Flintstones cartoon, until now.

Dubbed, “Spinnaker”, or Spinnaker E30 Powered Stereo Speaker System by Edifierto be more precise, reminds me of all three – depending on how you look at them. These towering, fashionable and avant-garde speakers are there to make a statement. They sail in at over 16” tall, 7.7” wide and 5.5” deep, you’d be hard pressed to miss them.

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Interactive Google Doodle celebrates Star Trek’s 46th Anniversary

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The Star Trek franchise continues to boldly go where no one has gone before. It’s hard to believe that Captain James T. Kirk and crew are now celebrating their 46th anniversary.

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Queen’s Freddie Mercury becomes an Angry Bird

To help support Freddie For A Day (FFAD) and to commemorate his birthday on September 5th, legendary Queen front man, the late Freddie Mercury will become an honorary member of the flock of Angry Birds. This is part of a unique partnership between FFAD, a charity and Rovio Entertainment, creators of the Angry Birds App.

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