iOS 6.0.2 Causing iPhone 5, iPad Mini Battery Drain

iOS 6.0.2 Causing iPhone 5, iPad Mini 

Battery Drain

Apple released an update to iOS 6 geared directly toward the iPhone 5 and iPad Mini since both devices seem to have had issues with Wi-Fi. Now just two days later, users are reporting the batteries on their iPhone 5 and iPad Mini have been draining even faster than before.

Many users are complaining about the issue on Twitter. So far there’s no word from Apple about this issue, but they need to fix this quickly. iOS 6.1 is pretty close to being released anyway, so hopefully we have a fix soon.

No one wants to shell out all of that money for a phone and have problems like this.

New Samsung Audio Docking Station

You know Samsung for their quality smartphones, phablets and tablets, but they also have an audio docking station coming our way. This leaked audio docking station from Samsung is said to come with a micro USB connection at the bottom and will deliver a maximum power of 6W, which translates to 3W of juice on both sides.

 It will come in three different colors: black, red and silver. This docking station is versatile, with different ways for you to hook up your smartphone, like wireless or Bluetooth 3.0. Or even an old fashioned 3.5mm cable.

It looks like this Samsung audio docking station will make an appearance at CES or MWC, in January and February, with a store release sometime in the first quarter of 2013.

JuiceCane Scalable Mobile Power Pack Hits Indiegogo

If you are looking for a more colourful way to keep your gadgets juiced whilst away from the grid you might be interested in a new device which has started its journey from concept to production over on the indiegogo crowd funding website.

Each JuiceCan has dual USB output ports, that can charge two mobile terminals at the same time, and is equipped with a 2.3W LED light, which is good for a massive 200 hours of use creating a light source with 100 meters radius, says its inventors, AmpTech.

 Another unique features of the JuiceCane is that you can add a number together to create a JuiceCane providing even more juice.

“To transform JuiceCan into JuiceCane is very simple, everyone can learn at a glance. The more JuiceCans you combine, the longer JuiceCane is, the more capacity you get. Final capacity depends on your wish. Mix & Match color combination would be very interesting.”

“Beautiful shapes like bamboo-joints, in meaning “continually to get promoted, 节节高升 (jie jie gao sheng)”. The size is easy to grasp in your hand. You can use one JuiceCan in your daily life; When camping and travelling, you can easily combine JuiceCans into JuiceCane forming larger capacity that meets longer needs.”

For more information jump over to the  indiegogo project page, to have all your questions answered and make a pledge.

Neogeo X Gold Limited Edition 

Launches This Week

If you’re a gamer that has been around long enough, you’ll remember the Neogeo name as one of the game consoles gamers around the world lusted after back in the day. If you’ve been following it, you may also know that a modern version of the Neogeo is set to launch this month.

The manufacture of the console announced back in October that December was the month when the console would launch. We now know that the Neogeo X Gold Limited Edition game console system will launch this week. If you missed the other coverage of the system, the console is an all in one device that doubles as a handheld and a home arcade system.

The package includes the Neogeo X Arcade Stick and the Neogeo X Station. The console section of the system allows classic video games be played on the big screen or computer monitor via HDMI or composite output. The system will sell for $199.99, which is considerably less than the original sold for back in the day.

Staples Preparing To Offer Low Cost 3D Printing

Staples Preparing To Offer Low Cost 

3D Printing

Mcor Technologies and Staples have teamed up to start a new service that will provide low cost 3D Printing for all, via a service called “Staples Easy 3D”.

The new low cost 3D printing service will be available online via the Staples Office Centre, and will be rolled out in the Netherlands and Belgium during the first quarter of 2013.

The new service will allow customers to upload electronic files in either STL, OBJ, or VRML formats, to the Staples Office Centre and pick up the models at their nearest Staples store, or have them shipped firstly to a specified address. Wouter Van Dijk, president of the Staples Printing Systems Division in Europe, explained in the press release.

“Given our market leadership in commercial print, why would we ever stop at two dimensions?”-”Customized parts, prototypes, art objects, architectural models, medical models and 3D maps are items customers need today, in a more affordable and more accessible manner. Mcor will help us to keep prices low, quality high and color brilliant as we meet the demand.” Mcor said that the Iris printer supports “more than one million hues simultaneously as it creates photo-realistic physical objects from 3D data.”

The service will offer a resolution of 5760 x 1440 x 508 dpi, and use Mcor’s new Iris 3D printers, and was officially launched at Euromold 2012 exhibition, last week.

Kohler Moxie Bluetooth Showerhead Speaker

It has always been a little tricky to listen to music from your mobile device whilst in the shower. You either have to use a securely sealed bag or a purpose-built waterproof case for your mobile phone or tablet, to stop water entering your device.

Now there is a simpler way to listen to your mobile music collection without the need to take your mobile device into the shower. Kohler has created a Bluetooth waterproof speaker showerhead that when wirelessly connect to your mobile device allowing you to listen to your favourite tunes.

The wireless speaker is attached to the shower head using magnets, so it can be easily removed for charging and replaced without the need for any fiddly connections.

“Designed by industry-leader Kohler, the combination unit features a showerhead with 60 angled nozzles that deliver full-spray coverage, an easy-to-clean silicone sprayface that makes it easy to wipe away mineral buildup, and a sleek exterior engineered to stand up to daily use.”

The new Kohler Moxie Bluetooth showerhead speaker is now available to purchase for $200.

Samsung Rugby III For AT&T Announced

AT&T is adding another handset to its lineup of mobile devices. The Samsung Rugby III, the fifth-generation phone in the Rugby series. It’s a tough phone that can stand up to some abuse and the elements.

It’s built to military 810G specifications and it is waterproof, dust proof, and shock resistant. Features include a 2.4-inch QVGA display and a 3-megapixel camera. It also supports a variety of mobile resource management applications from AT&T and offers one-touch access to GPS Navigation through AT&T Navigator.

The Rugby III is compatible with AT&T’s Enhanced Push to Talk (PTT) service as well. AT&T customers can pre-order the device on November 30. It will be available on the 14th of December for $99.99 with a two-year contract.

Will.i.am Launches His iPhone Camera Accessories

Last week we heard that Will.i.am would be launching a new range of camera accessories for Apple’s range of iPhone’s, they are now official and will be available in December.

There will be a range of different models available with include the C.4 which is described as contemporary, this model will retail for £199, there will also be a vintage model for the iPhone 4 and 4S which will retail for £299.

The C.4 model uses the existing camera on the iPhone 4 and 4S, and comes with some interchangeable lenses for fish eye, standard and zoom capabilities, and the C5 and V5 model basically turn your iPhone 5 into a 14 megapixel camera, these model will also come with a flash and will launch in the new year.

The new camera accessories also come with an app which will be available to download from iTunes that will let you share your photos via social media and you will be able to store your photos on the web with a new i.am service.

SIM Free Acer Liquid Z110 Duo 

Some of our readers will remember the Acer Liquid Z110 Duo, the SIM free version of the handset is now available in the UK and it retails for £110.40 including taxes, and is available from today.

The Acer Liquid Z110 Duo is a dual SIM smartphone that features a 3.5 inch display with a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels, and it comes with Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread.

The Acer Liquid Z110 Duo is powered by a 1GHz MKT 6575 processor and also comes with 512MB of RAM and 512MB of built in storage, plus if features a microSD card slot and comes with a 4GB card installed.

You can find out more details about the Acer Liquid Z110 Duo over at UK mobile retailer

Thermaltake Mini-ITX Chassis SD101 Announced

Thermaltake Mini-ITX Chassis 

SD101 Announced

Thermaltake has announced the launch of a new product to their range of mini-ITX cases, in the form of the SD101, which is being designed to provide users with a perfect case to create a home theatre , or small multimedia system.

The new Thermaltake SD101 Mini-ITX case measures 261mm x 119mm x 264mm in size and weighs in at 2.8kg, providing the perfect case for those smaller projects.

The SD101 is equipped with a single fan 80mm in size measuring 15mm thick and running at a top speed of 2,100RPM for a claimed peak volume of 23dBA. Together with an integrated 180W power supply with active power factor correction (PFC) is bundled with the case.

“At the front, a single 5.25″ drive bay provides room for an optical drive, while internally a single 3.5″ bay provides mass storage capabilities. A dual-mounting system on the 3.5″ bay also supports 2.5″ drives, for those who prefer a silent solid-state drive (SSD) in their home theatre rigs. Two USB 3.0 ports and HD Audio input/output ports are included on the front of the case.”

Unfortunately no information on pricing or worldwide availability has been released as yet, but as soon as information comes to light we will keep you updated as always.

Leatherman Raptor Unveiled For Medics

Leatherman the manufacture of multi-tool knifes and gadgets, has this month unveiled a new model they have created specifically for medics, in the form of the Leatherman Raptor.

The multi-tool is equipped with 420HC stainless steel shears, a strap cutter, a carbide glass breaker, a ring cutter, a ruler, and an oxygen tank wrench.

Leatherman announced on their Facebook page last week “We’re pleased to (officially) announce the newest member of the Leatherman family – the Leatherman Raptor. These medical shears were created specifically for uniformed medics.”

The Leatherman Raptor will be officially launching in May 2013, but no prices for the multi-tool have been released as yet by Leatherman.

IntelliPaper Is a Paper USB Drive

IntelliPaper Is a Paper USB Drive

I’ve seen some thin flash drives that use USB ports for power over the years. I think the thinnest of ever seen maybe the new intelliPaper flash drive that recently launched. These little flash drives put the USB connectors and the storage chips in a thin piece of paper.

I think it’s impressive that they can fit NAND flash storage and the USB contacts onto a normal piece of paper. This opens the door for people to be able to use the little flash drives as wedding invitations, event tickets, gift cards, and just about anything else you can think of.

The company behind intelliPaper is seeking to raise $300,000 to bring the product to market through Indiegogo. Through the funding program if you pledge at least $100 you get your own USB writer and a stack of 10 of the little paper flash drives ranging in capacity from 8 to 32 MB. Note, that capacity is in megabytes so these are small capacity devices.

via EverythingUSB

Razer Ouroboros Ambidextrous Mouse Starts Shipping

Razer Ouroboros Ambidextrous 

Mouse Starts Shipping

Gamers patiently awaiting the arrival of the new Razer Ouroboros ambidextrous gaming mouse, will be pleased to learn that today Razer has started shipping the new gaming peripheral.

Razer Ouroboros the latest mouse to be added to the Razer peripheral range of products offer users with a fully customisable ambidextrous ergonomically designed gaming mouse, complete with 11 programmable Hyperesponse buttons.

The Razer Ouroboros is equipped with a number of awesome features including a 8200dpi 4G Dual Sensor System, together with 1ms gaming-grade Wireless Technology, and is Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled.

The new Razer Ouroboros ambidextrous gaming mouse is now available to purchase from the Razer website for $130, excluding shipping costs.

ZTE Grand X Pro Leaked

ZTE Grand X Pro Leaked

Evleaks has leaked a smartphone allegedly from ZTE, going by the name of Grand X Pro. Unfortunately, we don’t have many details about the phone. However, we can determine some things from the photo itself.

It’s obviously running Android and it is on the large side, probably around 4.7-inches or so. And it looks nice and slim. That’s all we have on this one.

It might be a more advanced version of the Grand X LTE, launched last year, which features a 4.3-inch display with a 960 x 540 resolution, a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM, an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, and Android 4.0.

LG Google TVs Receive OnLive Cloud Gaming Support

Owners of LG’s Google TVs might be pleased to learn, or have already noticed a new service appear on their HD TVs. This week LG has started rolling out an over the air update which includes the OnLive streaming games network.

The new update has been rolled out to the LG G2 Series TVs which have already been purchased, and from this week onwards will be preinstalled on future LG Google TVs.

LG TV owners can now navigate to their Premium Apps menu to access the OnLive streaming games network, enjoying a library of hundreds of video games to play on demand, from over 80 publishers.

“We are proud to be working with OnLive to deliver an incredible home entertainment experience with a full range of interactive viewing and gaming possibilities on LG G2 Series TVs,” said Georg Rasinski, Director of Home Entertainment Brand Management, LG Electronics USA. “OnLive’s premium-quality gaming service offers customers a great opportunity to test the dual-core performance of our G2 Series TVs. We think customers will be very impressed.”

The OnLive Wireless Controller is available to purchase online at the OnLive website.

Update Facebook with Fingerprints

Update Facebook with Fingerprints

Everyone’s fingerprints are unique which is why they are used so often in crime investigations. Another use for your fingerprints would be biometric payment systems, and a similar technology is now being used at a hotel so that it will update your Facebook profile automatically.

The company who owns the hotel wants to install touchscreens throughout the hotel, where users will be presented with a selection of actions that will appear on their Facebook profiles. Guests can access their account quickly simply by placing their finger on a biometric sensor. It’s good for the hotel and convenient for you.

After that, you can capture a photo, update your current location and talk about the hotel event that you are attending there and then. This system is expected to launch next year.

Skype 4.1 Update Arrives On Linux

Skype has today launched a new version of its communication software releasing version 4.1 for the Linux open-sourced operating system, enabling Linux users to benefit from a few new tweaks and features.

Microsoft has also updated the user interface for Linux Skype and added hotkeys that can pull-up the dialpad during Skype-to-Skype and conference calls if required, together with support for secondary logins.

Skype for Linux also now supports URIs, enabling Web developers to build Skype into their websites to allow users to initiate chats and calls directly from their site when needed.

In a strange addition to Skype 4.1 for Linux Microsoft has now made it possible for users to login to their Skype account using their Microsoft account details, start Messenger straight from Skype, if needed, but Microsoft has announced they will be retiring the Messenger service in favour of Skype in the near future.

To download the latest Linux Skype 4.1 version jump over to the Skype website.

Criminals steal $1.5 million worth of iPad Mini's

Criminals steal $1.5 million worth of iPad Mini's

The iPad mini may be small, but the demand for the device has people doing crazy things, just like other Apple devices. It just took two guys with a truck to easily steal 3,600 iPad minis that had just arrived at JFK Airport. There are 3,600 Apple customers who are very disappointed right now.

It looks like these two theives managed to load two pallets before an airport worker returned from dinner and started staring at them in a disapproving manner. I wonder how many more they might have made away with. The iPads have been estimated to cost about $1.5 million.

People will do some very stupid things when it comes to Apple products.

Audiovox Car Connection

Audiovox Car Connection Helps You Find Your Car and More

Audiovox has announced a new device called the Car Connection that helps drivers monitor, manage, and maintain vehicle health. The device plugs into the OBDII port available on most vehicles since the mid-90s. When connected to the vehicle the Car Connection can monitor the driver habits to help coach drivers to be more green.

When the cooler features of the device is that it will show you your vehicle location and where it’s heading. Vehicle location can be tracked online from a smart phone or notebook computer. This allows you to keep an eye on where teenage drivers are and what they’re doing, and can help police recover your vehicle if it’s stolen.

Another interesting feature is that the Car Connection can work with the app operating on Android or BlackBerry smartphones to limit access to the phone when the vehicle is in motion. You can prevent users from making calls from behind the wheel or sending texts. The device operates on the Sprint mobile broadband network and requires a service plan at $9.95 per month or $89.95 per year. Both plans require a $19.95 activation fee and the device itself sells for $169.99.

Logitech Alert Security Camera

Logitech Alert Security Camera Receives OS X Support And Alert Commander App

Mac OS X users might be pleased to learn that Logitech has today rolled out Mac support to their range of Logitech Alert Security System and Cameras. Enabling you to now view the cameras on Mac OS X.

The new Logitech Alert Security Mac software “Alert Commander” is now available to download from the Apple AppStore for free and allows you to  configure your video security system, watch live video, store video on your computer and review recorded video, directly from your Mac. Watch the video after the jump to see it in action.

Alert Commander provides a wealth of features and supports up to six Logitech Alert securitycameras:

* Install your Logitech Alert camera system on any Mac (with OS version 10.6.8 or higher)
* Control and configure your video security system 
* Manage up to 6 cameras
* View live and recorded video in HD resolution 
* Set up motion zones for individual cameras
* Create and manage e-mail and mobile phone motion alerts 
* Perform Digital Pan, Tilt and zoom
* Back up video stored on your cameras to your Mac
* Manage your account and security settings
* Receive desktop notification of important events
* Set schedules for when you want to receive motion notifications to your email or mobile device

“With a wide-angle lens that delivers twice the viewing area than that of a standard camera and HD resolution video, home security has never looked this good. Plus, there is a new pop-out window feature that allows you to minimize the main app while continuing to watch one or more cameras while you multi-task. Work on a presentation or browse the web, and still keep an eye on what’s important.”

CyanogenMod 10 Stable Builds Released

CyanogenMod 10 Stable Builds Released

If you have been patiently waiting for the release of the CyanogenMod 10, you willl be pleased to learn that after numerous nightly and monthly builds, a stable version is now ready and has been released.

The latest CyanogenMod 10 stable release is now available to download for the Samsung Galaxy S II LTE, LG Optimus Black, and the Samsung Galaxy S III (both Verizon and Sprint models).

Whats Next: Android 4.2 received the OTA treatment yesterday from the powers that be and today JBQ pushed the buttons for the source to hit the AOSP repos. We have begun the task of defining what is new, what has changed, and what CM features should stay (or go). We already anticipate removing the CM enhancements to the Clock app (Google made their own), and enhancing the Quick Settings (most likely not porting over the Notification Power Widgets). Other areas include our Profiles code, lockscreen weather and calendar eventsand the larger effects of the multi-user support. However, these assessments are preliminary, and we’ll learn more as the merge process continues.

Android 4.2 will become CyanogenMod 10.1 and we will provide an update on our Google+ when nightlies with the 4.2 code begin.”

iOS 6.1 Beta 2 Features New Passbook Card

Earlier we heard that Apple had released the latest beta version of iOS to developers, iOS 6.1 Beta 2, and now some more details have been revealed on what is included in the latest iOS 6.1 Beta.

iOS 6.1 Beta 2 features a new Passbook card that gives you more information about what the app is and what it can be used for, and it comes with a link to existing passbook apps available within the app store, plus the following explanation.

Passbook puts your boarding passes, movie tickets, retail coupons, loyalty cards, and more all in one place. They’ll also be ready on your lock screen just at the right time and place. You can add passes to Passbook through apps, emails, and websites from participating airlines, theaters, stores and more.

There are no details as yet on exactly when Apple will release the new iOS 6.1 to the rest of us, as soon as we get some more information we will let you guys know.

Maingear Nomad 15 Gaming Laptop Launches

Maingear Nomad 15 Gaming Laptop Launches

Maingear has today unveiled a new addition to the range of gaming laptops, with the launch of the new Maingear Nomad 15, offering gamers a smaller portable rig when compared to the Maingear Nomad 17.

The Maingear Nomad 15 gaming laptop is equipped with a 15 inch 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display, and powered by a choice of 2.3 – 3.3GHz Intel Core i7-3610QM Processor with 6MB Cache, supported by up to 32 GB of Corsair Vengeance memory.

Graphics on the new Maingear Nomad 15 gaming laptop are provided by a choice of either a Nvidia GeForce GTX 680M 4GB GGDR5 or Nvidia GeForce GTX 675M 2.0GB GDDR5 graphics card.

Other features of the new gaming laptop include 2 x USB 3.0 ports, 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x HDMI, 1 x DVI-I, and Fire-Wire port, with connectivity provided by LAN E2200 adapter, with a Killer Wireless-N 1202 package also optional.

“The NOMAD 15 features support for 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processor and the fastest notebook GPUs on the planet – the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 series. This top-of-the-line mobile powerhouse contains all the latest connectivity ports and features NVIDIA Optimus technology for maximum 3D performance when you need it, and power savings for on the go”

The Maingear Nomad 15 gaming laptop will starts at $1,549 and is now available to purchase from the Maingear website. For full technical specifications and more details jump over Maingear site.

QOOQ Tablet Is Made for the Kitchen

QOOQ Tablet Is Made for the Kitchen

A French company called UNOWHY has announced a new tablet is launching the United States specifically made to be used in the kitchen while cooking. The tablet is called the QOOQ and to prove that the content available on the tablet is more important than the tablet itself; the company doesn’t even offer hardware specifications.

TransPhone Merges Mobile Phone And Tablet

A new breed of tablet, mobile phone hybrid device seems to be making the rounds at Computex this week, with the unveiling of a number of tablets that accept a mobile phone docked directly into their cases. This new Transphone designed and created by CMIT was first unveiled last Saturday pipping the Asus Padfone device to technology sites, around the Internet.

The tablet portion of the Transphone comes equipped with a 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Dual Core processor, and could be running Android but this has yet to be confirmed. Its also equipped with a VGA display, USB and HDMI ports.