The use of hands-free devices to take or make a call is common and now mobile phone owners have another headset to consider getting.

Sound ID today announced that the Sound ID 300 Bluetooth headset will be available through AT&T, both in retail stores nationwide and online, as of April 15, 2009.

With a high gloss piano black finish, the lightweight Sound ID 300 displays a sophisticated design and differentiates itself from other Bluetooth headsets with innovative functionality, including NoiseNavigation and PersonalSound.

NoiseNavigation provides clear audio through the automatic reduction of background noise, while PersonalSound allows users to select from three listening modes that enhance speech clarity without raising the volume.

Sound ID 300 Specifications

• Lightweight: 8 grams (0.28 ounces)
• Dimensions: 53.5 x 15.5 x 7.5 millimeters (2.1 x 0.6 x 0.3 inches)
• Powerful Battery Life: Up to 6 hours talk time, 220 hours (9 days) standby
• Latest Bluetooth Technology: Bluetooth version 2.1+EDR with eSCO improves the transmission sound quality and is compatible with earlier versions of Bluetooth.

The Sound ID 300 will be available at AT&T retail stores and online at www.wireless.att.com on April 15, 2009. The headset has a MSRP of $119.99 and is currently being sold at AT&T for $99.99. It comes with a Universal AC charger (100-240 VAC), USB charging cable, three sizes of RealComfort EarLoops and an Ear Hook for an alternative over-the-ear wearing option.

(Source) Press

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When it comes to using mobile phones, not all owners may have good hearing. Particularly for the elders, the need to turn to modifiers or hearing aids persists and apparently Sprint had this in mind when they came up with the Cap Tel.

The CapTel 800i is the latest offering in Ultratec’s CapTel line, joining the CapTel Model 200, a captioned telephone designed for use with traditional analog phone lines.

The CapTel 800i works on any telephone line, bringing with it the advantages of a telephone with text capabilities via the Internet and the ability to read the captions during telephone conversations.

The CapTel 800i will be available for purchase in the near future.

Those interested can visit www.sprintrelay.com/800i to be placed on a list and be first in line to order the new phone when it becomes available.

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Best Buy recently reported in PINK magazine that women spend 14 billion more on electronics than men. In response to these Kailynn Bowling and Nikki Gutshall founded www.chicBuds.com to bring a new twist on electronics.The most recent addition to the www.chicBuds.com line is PinkTooth Wireless Headsets for your cell phone. It is a fashionable alternative to those large or tiresome wireless headsets.

This tiny gadget is the perfect fit for any stylish or creative cell phone user. The PinkTooth Wireless Headset retails for $49.99 which less expensive than the average wireless headset and comes in pink or clear Swarovski Crystals to add sparkle to the charming PinkTooth device to make it a style accessory. The cute candy tin package provides convenient storage.

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At times, using mobile devices such as an iPhone or the Blackberry may cause problems as far as getting proper signals while mobile.

However, Wilson Electronics may have the solution for this problem as they have announced the availability of the iBooster Amplifier Kits to help in improving data and voice coverage of mobile phones while on the road.

Wilson noted that its iBooster line currently consists of three kits: one for Apple’s iPhone, one for BlackBerry’s Curve, and a Universal model that should work with most other mobile phones.

Wilson added that it expects the kits to retail for about $240. Wilson’s products are used to boost cell phone reception, particularly in remote areas with spotty or weak cell phone coverage.

(Source) TechRockies

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Chargers are pretty important these days and without them, people may have issues as far as power requirements for their devices. For that, Callpod has announced several of its products including the award-winning portable chargers, the Fueltank and the original Chargepod, 6-in-1 device charger are now being offered at select Best Buy and Best Buy Mobile stores nationwide and at bestbuy.com.

The Chargepod and Fueltank are perfect for power-hungry cell phone owners, gamers, commuters, frequent travelers, gadget lovers, college students, families, businesses and anyone that owns more than one portable device.

“Callpod is honored to be working with Best Buy and feel that our products are a perfect fit for its customers,” said Darren Guccione, Callpod’s CEO and Co-founder. “Callpod products are versatile and used by anyone almost anywhere including for home use, office use, on the road use, for use in mobile homes, cars, trucks, boats, planes, camping etc.; we make something for almost everyone.”

Callpod’s products are currently available online and at select Best Buy locations. Callpod products are also available at Walmart.com, Costco, OfficeMax and Callpod.com.

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Here is an add-on for portable devices, like laptops, that is sure to be a great peripheral for people who don’t have the luxury of time. Sierra Wireless today introduced the Sierra Wireless AirCard 402, the first product in the Sierra Wireless AirCard product line to offer 2-in-1 functionality.

The AirCard 402 is a PC Card that offers the convenience of switching to the ExpressCard form factor whenever required. By offering both PC and ExpressCard form factors in a single device, Sierra Wireless spares customers the expense of purchasing a new mobile broadband device when they upgrade their notebook computers.

Designed for time-crunched mobile professionals, the AirCard 402 data card is remarkably compact and simple to use. It can be safely stored in the computer’s PC Card slot or ExpressCard slot for quick and easy internet access on-the-fly - its low profile and durable design allows users to carry the notebook with the card in place, and the AirCard 402 can be set to reconnect automatically when the computer is reopened.

Sierra Wireless will demonstrate the AirCard 402 data card at CTIA Wireless 2009, to be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from April 1 to 3.

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We may soon see some motion sensing add-ons on portable devices as STMicroelectronics has expanded its portfolio of ultra-compact, high-performance MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical System) sensors with a 3-axis accelerometer with absolute analog output. ST’s LIS352AX is a perfect fit for motion-sensing applications in space- and cost-constrained battery-operated devices.

ST’s newest 3-axis motion sensor has been designed to provide acceleration values in the form of absolute analog outputs. Taking advantage of internal regulated voltage, the measurements are insensitive to the typical variations in power-supply voltage that occur in battery-operated devices, such as mobile phones and other portable devices.

Benefits of this unique approach are twofold: equipment manufacturers can save space and cost by connecting the sensor directly to the battery without a separate voltage regulator; they also gain design flexibility, since the sensor is compatible with any power supply voltage used in a given application.

The LIS352AX boasts high stability over a wide temperature range for both zero-g offset and sensitivity. With the offset drift (temperature variation) around plus or minus 0.3mg/degree Celsius, ST’s new sensor is one of the most stable devices in the market, eliminating the need for further temperature compensation in the application.

Samples of ST’s LIS352AX are available now, with volume production starting in June 2009. Unit pricing is $1.3 for quantities over 10,000 pieces a year.

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One thing about iPhones is that you want to dress it up to make them standout and here is one accessory that is bound to capture your fancy. Digital Lifestyle Outfitters has announced the launch of their latest accessory for the Apple iPhone. They are now offering TransDock micro which is a FM transmitter and charger for the iPhone. It is being sold for USD 70.

The device works inside a car drawing power from a cigarette lighter jack. It can then tune into any open FM radio frequency and that audio can be listened on the iPhone. The company said that the device comes loaded with their IntelliTune technology which scans the unused FM frequencies and save them for use.

The device plugs into the iPhone and also works as a charging unit.

(Source) TechWhack

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This BluAlert bracelet uses Bluetooth technology to vibrate discretely on your wrist when your phone rings. You won’t miss the BlueAlert going off in even the loudest room and better yet the BluAlert acts like a security device.

Once it is paired with your phone, if it should suddenly find itself more than 5 meters away, the BlueAlert buzzes to alert you. It is Bluetooth v1.2, compatible with 1.1, 1.2 and 2. The battery takes about 3 hours to charge fully and has 100 hour stand-by time. The resizable neoprene band fits wrists from 7.5″ to 9.5″ around. Retails for around $49.99.

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How do you protect your iPhone? For starters, get some sort of case that is normally made from leather or plastic. But if you really want to stand out, get one of these stylish Dexter cases. Some people don’t get the need for gadget cases, but these new Dexter cases definitely make the case for gadget cases in general, and how they can add flair and style to existing devices.

They are going to be released by Speck in the summer of 2009, when the new Dexter game comes out for the iPhone as a marketing suppliment to the product, based on the popular cable TV series that has spawned a legion of fans through its brief run.

No prices were quoted at press time for the cases.

(Source) Iphonestalk

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Voice Technologies brings us the R1 Bluetooth Handsfree Kit. It is a good option that fits neatly in your car. It is packed with features like dual microphone noise cancellation, a powerful 3-Watt speaker visor mount, mini USB power adapter, wall adapter and car charger adapter.

And for those of you on the phone quite a bit while in the car there is the 30 hour talk time or 800 hour standby time that is possible with a single charge! The manufacturers have yet to announce a release date or price for this handy gadget. Stay tuned.

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Do you want to enjoy 3D images on your iPhone? That’s possible with the 3DeeShell autostereoscopic skin which is already available to order for only $49.99 from Wazabee. The company has promised 3D images without the need of 3D glasses and it has delivered. The skin will protect the iPhone’s screen while offering that 3D effect your were looking for. The autostereoscopic lens can be pulled out when you don’t feel like looking at 3D stuff.

via Wazabee

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Due to a potential shock hazard, Lenovo has been forced to announce a recall on its ThinkVision Speakers AC Adaptor. The plastic shell of the AC Adaptor can crack, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.

Lenovo sold the AC Adaptors as part of the ThinkVision Soundbar option. The FRU part number 89P8571 with date code 200810 is located on the back of the adaptor.

Lenovo’s Web sites, telephone and direct sales, and Lenovo authorized distributors nationwide from October 2008 through January 2009, as an accessory for about $30. Consumers should stop using the recalled AC Adaptor and contact Lenovo to receive a free replacement part.

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Gamers are bound to love these two new gadgets unveiled by Performance Designed Products (PDP) that will change the face of gaming. The 2 new devices are the GameTrak Freedom and SmartStylus.

Gametrak Freedom is a proprietary and patent-pending ultrasonic 3D motion sensing technology that delivers performance, increased control and flexibility. The system is comprised of a base unit, which attaches to the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft via USB, and a hand-held controller.

Unlike other motion sensing gaming systems, Gametrak Freedom does not rely on the gamer pointing a controller at the screen, nor does it restrict the gamer to limited movements. The system accurately tracks the true 3D position and precise movements of up to four players anywhere within a given environment. This technology provides players with total control and unrivaled game play opportunities.

PDP also unveiled the new revolutionary wireless SmartStylus 1 and 2 devices for the Nintendo DS. The patent-pending SmartStylus™ 1 and 2 both feature a vibration feedback that players using the stylus will feel based on movements and commands in the game. The SmartStylus 2 can include a variety of added features, including LEDs, sound and motion feedback.

With the motion feedback capability, the stylus can now act as a motion input device, allowing you, for example, to hit a home run by swinging the stylus off the DS screen. The SmartStylus 1 will launch this fall and is pending licensing by Nintendo.

“The technologies offered by both the Gametrak Freedom™ and the SmartStylus™ tools are the first of their kind,” said John Moore, senior vice president of marketing for the California-based PDP. “PDP is excited to be introducing these new technologies. They will create a new level of gaming that can be enjoyed by the whole family.”

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NLU Products, long known for developing protective covers for mobile gadgets, announced that they will exhibit their line of new devices at the CTIA 2009. The new protective skins are:

1. BodyGuardz
2. TatSkinz
3. ScreenGuardz

BodyGuardz, TatSkinz and ScreenGuardz complement handheld devices like cell phones, media players, gaming units, Macbooks and other items by helping provide for a longer lifespan for exterior hardware through custom-cut, non-intrusive protection. The products are removable and require no special care or maintenance.

BodyGuardz, the company’s flagship product, consists of a thin, transparent scratch-resistant layer of the same material commonly used to shield the front of automobiles. The removable skins are cut specifically to fit handheld products such as Blackberries, iPhones and iPods, adhering directly to the devices without leaving sticky residues. The thin material protects device screens without impeding touch-screen functionality. BodyGuardz for handheld devices are now available for US MSRP $24.95.

TatSkinz provide handheld devices with protective capabilities similar to BodyGuardz while offering stylish, original designs that add personality to the consumer’s device. TatSkinz are available for a wide range of handheld devices, including most cell phones, and allow for regular functionality with specific cuts for the device’s ports. TatSkinz are available for US MSRP $14.95.

ScreenGuardz cling to handheld device screens without impeding touch-screen functionality, enhancing the interface and experience while providing protection for the device’s most sensitive exterior hardware. The protection is especially important for touch-screen devices where nicks and scratches can impede regular practicality. ScreenGuardz for handheld devices are now available for US MSRP $11.95.

(Source) Press

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The Mali-200 and Mali-400 are on schedule to appear in some new cellphones this year. According to ARM’s graphics product manager, Remi Pedersen, these ARM-powered handsets are set to arrive by the end of the year, right in time for Santa. These processors are said to be able to run OpenGL ES 2.0 and run 16 million triangles per second and 275 million pixels per second. He failed to mention which manufacturers are bringing the the new processors but we’ll be here waiting.

via Yahoo

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That new iPod shuffle has a weird set of headphones. The controls are all on it and it will take you a while to master them. On top of that, you won’t be able to add any new headphones unless you also get the necessary control dongle.

In case the default Apple phones aren’t the thing for you, you can always get the new iEP505 earphones announced by iLuv. The phones come with the in-line needed controls so you won’t need any kind of adapter to make them work. The iEP505 earphones will cost $50 and they will come in black, white, pink, red and blue.

via Press

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The gadget in the picture above is a BlackBerry with a Mobile Visor. What do you think? Is it weird enough for you? Would you use it on a golf course? Do you have time to use your BlackBerry at full potential while playing golf? We’ll understand if you’ll pass on the gadget. It’s definitely not a must have BlackBerry accessory.

via Engadget Chinese

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For Blackberry owners who hate to see scratches and are looking for something stylish as far as mobile protector casing is concerned, check out this Blackberry backpack. The Backpack is a case which replaces the battery cover on the device.

BlackBerry Bold now has a new leather case which can protect the mobile phone from scratches. The leather case, made by Case-mate, is handcrafted with premium leather and protects mobile phones from scratches. The new RIM BlackBerry mobile case slips on the smart phone device by replacing the battery cover.

The cases are inexpensive and have a price range of $14 to $70 depending on the mobile phone. The new BlackBerry Bold Backpack is only $19.99 and offers premium Italian leather wrapped around a custom molded shell. The smart phone cases are available for the Apple Inc iPhone, Samsung, Motorola, Nokia, Palm Treo, and HTC Google G1 mobile phones.

(Source) NewsOxy

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One thing about using a laptop or notebook is that you just don’t know which position to take as far as computing is concerned. It is flexible but stability becomes a problem particularly if you don’t have a desk or stand to place it on. On that note, HP may have an answer in the HP Adjustable Notebook Stand.

The HP Adjustable Notebook Stand that ensures comfort for notebook users - whether at work or play. It is a good respite for many who took the strain on their neck, back and wrists as a proposition that comes along with spending long hours on their laptops. Changing the stress equation at work the HP Adjustable Notebook Stand provides users maximum productivity minus the discomfort that can come from using the keyboard incorrectly.

This Notebook Stand can do wonders for the mobile user, who is a frequent traveler or the one who rarely leaves the desk in three easy steps:

• Wonder Step 1: Encourages better seating posture by elevating the notebook to a comfortable eye-level.
• Wonder Step 2: Allows a much wider range of notebook adjustment, enabling greater flexibility for the user and helping them escape the rigidity that comes from sitting in a certain posture over time.
• Wonder Step 3: Provides the much needed support that the users arms and wrists so often grapple for while typing on ends on the keyboard.

(Source) Indian Express

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