Archives for May 2017

New QcK Prism 1st dual-surface RGB illuminated mousepad

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Gamers are pretty serious about their gear, all the way down to even the mouse pad that they use. So what does it say about you if your eyes light up at the thought of playing your games on a QcK Prism, by SteelSeries, the world’s first dual surface RGB illuminated mouse pad?

The new QcK Prism allows you to use both of its surfaces. One side is fitted with a premium micro-textured cloth for when you need friction for those deliberate movements while the flip side has a hard polymer finish for ultra quick gliding. The QcK Prism has large and sturdy surface, measuring 11.51” W x 14.04” H and only 0.34” D. It weighs in at 2 lb. and supported with a silicon rubber base.  Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.

IK Multimedia announces Syntronik legendary synth powerhouse- Mac/PC

 

 

 

IK Multimedia is introducing Syntronik, the new cutting-edge virtual synthesizer for Mac/PC, which will be available in July 2017 and is now open for pre-order. Syntronik raises the bar in virtual instrument technology, sound quality and flexibility thanks to a brand new combination of the most advanced sampling techniques with a new hybrid sample and modeling synthesis engine, an arsenal of high-quality modeled effects and innovative instrument features that provide players and producers with the ultimate and best-sounding collection of vintage synthesizers to date.

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AquaGenie world’s smartest water bottle – fully funded

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There’s an app that reminds me to drink water but I have to manually record the amount of water I actually consume.  Wouldn’t it be nice, if there were a clever smart water bottle that helps you keep healthy, by automatically tracking how much water you actually drink?  Well there is one currently on Kickstarter and it’s called AquaGenie.  Read full post at Canoe Tech Blog.

Review: Philips Beard Stubble Trimmer boasts 17 settings

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Some men live their whole adult lives wearing a beard; others grow one or try to grow one at this time of the year as a tribute to Hockey, Canada’s Winter Sport. Regardless as to why, there might come a time when you either need to shave it off or give it a trim. Unless you’re somewhat of a barber, stylist or artist, keeping the exact same look can be a challenge, unless you have something like the Philips Beardtrimmer Series 5000 Stubble TrimmerRead more…at Canoe Tech Blog.

Review: Dyson UV Cleansing Humidifier

Depending on where you live, you know how dry it can get indoors, particularly during the cold weather where besides dry skin, many people may exhibit chapped lips, sinus issues and a nightmare for some allergy sufferers. It also generates static, which can wreak havoc on your electronics. That’s when it’s a good time to ensure you have a decent humidifier to help you breathe easier and keep the “nasties” away.

I had given up on furnace mount humidifiers a long time ago, after going through a few of them; they either seized up due to calcification or unevenly humidified rooms. Some rooms were poorly humidified while others had condensation buildup on the windows. I resorted to using a run-of-the-mill portable ultrasonic humidifier in the sleeping area and living room that I felt more or less did the job until I took the Dyson AM10 Humidifier for a test drive for a month.  Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.

SpiderLight Holster keeps your camera always ready

 

SpiderHolsterIf carting around your camera is a bit of a pain or too slow to get at when that perfect photo op pops up, then the SpiderLight Camera Holster might be something to check out. Reviewing it, it’s a two-piece plate and holster system that allows you to carry your camera at arms length and get quick access to it without the need for a strap.

SpiderLight Camera Holster is designed for smaller, lighter and mirrorless DSLR cameras. It’s configured in two pieces – a plate and a holster. The plate attaches to the bottom of your camera with a bail screw you simply insert into the camera’s tripod mount. The plate has a ball-headed steel pin that then slips into the holster guide which attaches snuggly to your belt using it’s built-in heavy duty belt clip. [Read more…]

Tech for Mom for Mother’s Day

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Whether Mom is a big fan of Big Bang Theory or not, you can never go wrong giving Mom the gift of tech. So here are a few gadget and accessory ideas that may just be the right choice for her this Mothers’ Day or any other day you might want to surprise her.

Read moreand see all the gift ideas at Canoe Tech Blog

Canadarm gets stamp to commemorate Canada 150

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If you think about the ultimate gadget, the Canadarm has to the one that’s just out of this world. Groaning aside, think of what it had accomplished. For over three decades, since Canadarm’s first mission aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia on November 13th 1981, it has maneuvered, up in space, astronauts, satellites and cargo until the program ended and it was retired in 2011. To commemorate Canada’s expertise in space, science and technology and innovation, Canada Post is unveiling a stamp recognizing the Canadarm as one of Canada’s most celebrated robotics accomplishments. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.

IK Multimedia releases new iRig Recorder 3 for Android

 

 

 

 

 

IK Multimedia is proud to announce the release of iRig Recorder 3 for Android, a professional quality field recording app which supports video recording and includes a wide collection of pro audio effects, expanded sharing capabilities via online services and social media as well as professional exporting features. iRig Recorder 3 offers users the ability to produce superb sounding audio/video recordings directly on their device, share them with the world or export them for further editing.

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Oh Canada INSTAX Mini film for Canada 150

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Canada turns 150 year old in exactly two months. And to commemorate our nation’s sesquicentennial birthday, FUJIFILM Canada has designed the “Oh Canada” INSTAX Mini film, a special film that outputs “Canadianized” credit card sized prints, just for the occasion.

Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog