A True “Cool” Gadget

by Alison - on January 9th, 2013

A majority of the devices we write about fit into a breadbox. Which is sort of the optimum size for what we define as a gadget. Yet gadgetry should not be limited in size â€" so say all the car manufacturers at CES and electronics giants like Samsung. Gadgetry should improve the conveniences we already enjoy in life. Like our fridge!

Welcome to what Samsung calls the “home entertainer’s ultimate refrigerator” â€" the T9000. Though it sounds like a Cyberdyne Systems creation, this beast will not hurt a fly. This four-door refrigerator with LCD screen does way more than just chilling and freezing. Why four compartments? To accommodate everything in 25.5 cu ft. Put kid’s stuff in a lower space. Maybe you have food for your party â€" that can go in its own place. Or maybe you need one dedicated beverage space. You get the picture. Compartments on the left freeze. Compartments on the right chill â€" unless you need more than a chill. The lower right compartment converts to additional freezer space.  Commercial grade humidity levels are maintained in the designated fresh food zones via two compressors and three evaporators. And of course there is technology! The LCD screen features apps to help with a variety of daily tasks. Evernote allows you to share photos, videos and recipies with others. Keep track of family happenings with the calendar or check the weather before you leave home. Yep, you can do it all in the T9000. Expected in the first half of 2013, this cool cooling companion will retail for $3999. So if you have the money, and you like the versatility step on up to a techie fridge.

Holy iBattz BattStation Tough Pro, Batman!

by Edwin - on January 8th, 2013

Sure, you love spending the day at conventions and tradeshows like CES, but there are moments when you realize that it totally slipped your mind the day earlier to power up your smartphone, leaving you with less than 25% to go through the day. Which is nigh impossible considering what a power user you are. Good thing there are peripherals out there to the rescue, such as the iBattz BattStation Tough Pro 12,000 mAH. Yes sir, this bad boy will come in 7200mAh, 8400mAh and 12000mAh configurations, retailing for $29.90, $39.90 and $49.90, respectively.

Still, the tale of the tape needs to be told, and the iBattz BattStation Tough Pro 12000 comes with, no prizes for guessing this one, 12000 mAH of portable power. With this, you can juice up a couple of exhausted USB devices simultaneously, and it holds enough charge to power an iPhone up to 8 times, or for tablet users, the new iPad with Retina display once. Fret not about its durability, the BattStation Tough Pro gets the job done just about anywhere, thanks to its ruggedized, silicone shell that is drop and water resistant.