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iWant: Hatch & Co Skinny iPad 2 Case

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:42:54 PST

It's not often that I crave a keyboard for my iPad 2, but this hot white leather Hatch & Co Skinny iPad 2 Case ($75) is hard to resist.

This ultrathin case comes with a Bluetooth touch keyboard (no buttons, just slim raised edges), smart keys to control volume and language, and a smart cover so your iPad goes to sleep when you're done working as to save the battery. The case's battery lasts up to two weeks on its own (six weeks on standby), so you won't have to worry about constantly finding an outlet.

It's a hot little number, and one that I could definitely see myself toting on work trips. Get a better look for yourself in the gallery!

Speakers That Can Go Anywhere: Turtle Shell by Outdoor Technology

Kristy Korcz — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:10:46 PST

Taking your tunes with you wherever you roam is easy with an MP3 player and some solid headphones, but what if you're riding a bike, hanging at the lake with some friends, or camping? Enter the Turtle Shell by Outdoor Technology. This small speaker was made to hit the road (or trail) with you. The geometric-shaped speaker fits in the palm of your hand, is water-resistant, comes with a built-in microphone for connecting to your Bluetooth devices (like an iPhone perhaps), and even connects to a Gorillapod for clamping down on the nearest tree or a specialized rig to attach to the front end of your bike. A bike trail sing-along? I'll take it.

The Turtle Shell won't be out until May of this year, and Outdoor Technology also has some sweet wireless Bluetooth headphones with the same geometric flair going on sale in June, most likely through Urban Outfitters. See more of both products in the gallery!

Jawbone Releases the First Motion-Controlled Bluetooth Headset

Kristen Hawley — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 05:00:48 PST

Jawbone, manufacturers of Bluetooth Headsets and most recently the awesome Jambox Bluetooth-enabled speaker, has just released the first motion-controlled Bluetooth headset with HD audio. The Jawbone ERA features top-quality noise cancellation and volume control that automatically adjusts volume for both sides of the conversation.

Its MotionX technology uses a built-in accelerometer to give users control of the device; shake the ERA to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device, tap to answer phone calls, and more. Pressing a button on the device gives users an audio update of how much battery life remains. It packs 5.5 hours of talk time or 10 hours of standby time.

Each of the ERA's four designs is available for $129 and is in Apple, AT&T, and Best Buy stores now.

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Do You Use a Bluetooth Headset?

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 05:47:49 PDT

I don't drive that often, so I don't really have a need for a Bluetooth headset. However these new Jawbone Icon headsets ($99) are really making me reconsider my situation. Coming in four new styles, the Icon is definitely a fashion statement that I'd have no problem making if I needed to. But it got me wondering how many of you actually use a Bluetooth headset today. Now that more vehicles are allowing you to connect your smartphone to built-in systems, it seems that Bluetooth headsets may be on their way out, at least when it comes to handsfree driving. Tell me - do you use a Bluetooth headset in the car, or while wandering the world on foot?

Take a Look at TokyoFlash's Bluetooth Concept Lineup

GeekSugar — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:00:43 PST

I love checking out concept gadgets, mostly because it reminds me of what's possible. One company I can't get enough of in general is TokyoFlash, who are widely known for their über-geeky binary watches, but they're churning out the concept Bluetooth devices like there's no tomorrow these days. I've rounded up a few of my favorites, but give them a once-over yourself and tell me which one you'd take out for a test drive!

Stream Tunes From Anywhere With Ipevo's Wireless Speakers

GeekSugar — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:47:17 PST

Sometimes, you just need to have some music handy to set the mood - during your day in the park, your weekend away, or your camping trip with friends - but you don't always have room in your bag for a big 'ole ghetto-blaster like you did in the '80s. These days, if you have a Bluetooth-enabled device, a digital playlist, and these speakers, you're already set to go. The Tubular Wireless Speakers ($80) from Ipevo connect wirelessly over Bluetooth and will blast your tunes for up to eight hours on a full charge. Small enough to fit in your bag, but powerful enough so that you can actually hear your favorite songs, the Ipevo speakers come in stereo so you get a full sound out of the tiny package. Plus, they would look good on your desk if you decided to keep them all to yourself. I don't blame you - they're pretty cute!

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Listen to Music and Make Phone Calls While You Ski

GeekSugar — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:30:51 PST

I'm not a skier, but most of my friends are, and I'm consistently jealous of all of the awesome geeky ski and snowboard equipment they have. I got a chance to try out the Radiance jacket, which keeps you warm and charges your iPod, but when my friend sent me a snapshot of his latest purchase, I had a total geek-out at my desk. It's a ski helmet outfitted with Skullcandy headphones and Bluetooth.

Now he'll be able to listen to music and answer the phone while hitting the slopes. To be honest, I think this is only a good idea if you're a fairly capable and focused skier (after all, some of us can't even walk and talk on the phone without an accident), but it's a pretty cool way to stay connected and entertained.

If, like me, you're more of a lodge-dweller than a ski bunny, check out these adorable knit headphone earmuffs.

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Aliph Introduces Sleek Jawbone ICON Headsets

GeekSugar — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 01:47:17 PST

Since most of the nation is hands-free, at some point you're going to need a Bluetooth headset in order to chat and drive. Although the bulky and tacky monstrosities are all over the place, you don't have to subject anyone to that tech fashion faux pas. Thankfully, Aliph has a long history of providing chic and stylish Bluetooth headsets, and didn't disappoint with the Jawbone ICON ($100), which hit stores yesterday. Not only are these babies nice to look at (and have some cute names), but they're also super smart - you can customize your headset settings online (or with an app) with the MyTalk platform, while the ICON delivers state-of-the-art noise cancellation in one of six beautiful packages. Plus, with the MyTalk app on your iPhone, you can see your ICON's battery life right next to your iPhone's battery life meter so you know when to cut the conversation short.

Find out more details when you

read more. Each ICON provides up to four hours of talk time, and can quickly charge 85 percent of the on-board battery in about a half an hour. Not only that, but the Jawbone ICON can pair with up to eight different devices, handles two different connections at the same time, and comes in a 100 percent recyclable package so you can chat on the go and help out mother earth at the same time.

Play Music From Your Phone Wirelessly On Your Home Stereo

GeekSugar — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:15:18 PST

This is one of those products that I'm surprised didn't exist sooner. I love carrying a ton of music on my phone, but when I'm at home I don't want to listen to my tunes on tiny computer speakers. And of course, the fewer wires, the better, right? The Belkin Bluetooth Music Receiver is a Bluetooth device that plugs into your stereo speakers and plays MP3s wirelessly from your phone (or any Bluetooth-enabled device). It's priced at an affordable $50, and the receiver works with any Bluetooth-enabled phone. (Yay! A wireless way to play music that's not iPhone specific!)

The receiver will remember up to six different device pairings and works from up to 33 feet away. I'm definitely excited to snatch one of these gadgets up as soon as possible!

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Daily Tech: The Pure Sensia Touchscreen Radio With WiFi

GeekSugar — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:10:15 PDT

The Pure Sensia radio offers a touchscreen, social networking apps, WiFi, an on-screen keyboard, and it will cost around $406 - Slashgear
Griffin's new kid-friendly headphones include volume-limiting settings to protect them from hearing loss - Popgadget
President Barack Obama is worried about people getting their information from blogs and not newspapers - The Silicon Alley Insider
Check out this solar-powered Bluetooth headset that is juiced up from the sun's rays - Gizmodo
Tweet Scenes designs customized Twitter backgrounds for $129 - TechCrunch
It's giveaway and game time on GeekSugar! Be sure to log in and play our Best Video Game ever bracket! - GeekSugar