Congratulations Apple, Google, RIM and Microsoft! You have re-created the corded phone! I’m speaking in jest of course, but the reality is that far too often we need to have our phones connected to some type of power source or else run the risk of running out of juice just at that critical moment when you actually have to make a call.
While there are some people who can go a whole day without recharging, most smart phone users have no such luxury. The problem is further pronounced during travel where you may not have convenient access to a power supply throughout the day. Plus, do you really want to stand next to some random power outlet for hours waiting for your phone to charge?
Fortunately, since the problem is so common, there are many solutions available. Here we will provide some ideas from both a hardware and software perspective.
New data from DisplaySearch* suggests that networking has become the key feature TV manufacturers are focusing on in the development of next generation HD displays, but not for the reasons you might think. In a previous blog post, written when connected TVs were just gaining mainstream availability, (Easy Internet Connectivity of 3D Frills), we showed consumers prefer a networked TV solution over 3D. With consumers making their demands known, TV makers are now responding.

Source: DisplaySearch Quarterly TV Design and Features Report
Gender issues aren’t generally a focus of discussion on our blog, but after reading a recent Sound and Vision post, it seems there are some mixed feelings about how some products, especially gadgets or tech gear, are marketed to females. It’s odd because, there are as many women (if not more) who make buying decisions involving smartphones, HD TVs, computer peripherals, portable audio and more, yet when a product goes overboard to market to women, it can backfire.

Just like “thinking outside the box”, “breaking down silos” and “low hanging fruit” were business buzzwords of the past, convergence is one of those new terms that every company seems to want a piece of.
Getting media onto your PC is taking more time as the size of our media files continue to increase. In this post we look at the latest and greatest in wired PC connectivity technology and the promise of faster transfer times.
The current choices are USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt. If you are a Mac user, your choice is easy, since current Macs only support USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt out of the box, with no current plans to support USB 3.0 natively. However, if you are willing to purchase an expansion card, there are some options. As a PC user, USB 3.0 is your current option with Thunderbolt support coming in 2012.

For many Americans, Sunday is not just a time to spend with family and friends — it’s Football Time! All of a sudden, space becomes a premium as family and friends appear out of the woodworks.
If you have more than one HDTV, we have the solution to a crowded living room! Our brand new Wireless 3D HD Digital Kit allows you to view the game in two rooms simultaneously, and without wires!
What games are you planning to watch? Who are you rooting for? We would love to know how you think this device would make game day reach a whole new level of awesome. Let us know here in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.
The Wireless 3D HD Digital Kit is now available at Costco.com!
*Distances may vary depending on environment; solid objects such as steel, concrete and brick may view shorter distances
We talked about how it appears that Black Friday is happening every day. Even so, that will not stop millions of Americans from flocking to the stores on November 25 in celebration of Black Friday. Then, millions will return to their computers to take advantage of Cyber Monday.
In this post … drum roll … not only will we take the cat out of the bag on our very own offerings, we will highlight some amazing resources that will help you gain the most advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Are you sitting down?
From Black Friday Thursday until Sunday November 27, we will be giving away a limited amount of coupons that will vary between 30 and 50% off! In addition, we will be offering free ground shipping* on all orders! Check here for all the details.
On Cyber Monday (from midnight to midnight PST) we will be offering 40% off our entire store + free shipping*! You can use coupon code 2011CMFP40 at ShopIOGEAR.com on Cyber Monday to take advantage.
Come Friday, November 25th, 2011, millions will dutifully line up at retail stores all across the USA. Then, on the following Monday, millions will visit the websites of their favorite stores, all looking for the best deals of the year.
“Last year, the National Retail Federation (NRF) reported that 212 million individuals hit the shopping aisles on Black Friday. They spent an estimated $45 billion, or roughly $365 per person, which was up more than 6% from 2009.”
Judging by the impressive graphics quality displayed in the above trailer, it’s a given that you will be playing this game on your HDTV in the living room for the maximum effect. But what if you want to take the experience over to your bedroom? Until now, you would need to pack up your gaming device and move it to the bedroom — not quite ideal. Now, with our Wireless 3D Digital Kit all you need to move is your controller*!
The Wireless 3D Digital Kit is capable of streaming Full HD 1080p with 3D support along with 5.1 digital surround sound audio up to 100 feet** away! What other ways do you envision using this product to achieve a new level of wireless freedom? Tell us here on the blog, on Facebook or Twitter. We look forward to your ideas!
