Kanex GoPlay Sidekick delivers console-class gaming to portable devices

kanex-goplay-sidekickKanex is a name that many of us are familiar with when it comes to accessories for many of our portable devices, from smartphones to smartwatches. This time around, the gaming crowd will be pleased to hear that Kanex has something up their sleeves to deliver an enhanced gaming experience with Apple’s bevy of hardware. Enter the Kanex GoPlay Sidekick, a portable wireless game controller for iOS devices. With the GoPlay Sidekick, it will allow console-style gaming to be experienced on the iPhone, iPad, and even Apple TV, now how about that?

This pocket-sized wireless game controller has been certified by Apple, where it is compatible with just about any controller-supported game that can be found on the App Store. Sporting an internal rechargeable battery that delivers up to 20 hours of gameplay, it will make use of Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity in order to hook up to the corresponding iOS-powered device. With a patent pending, innovative clamshell case, the controller will remain protected while it is on the go, while doubling up as a stand in order to prop up the device while delivering a console-like gameplay experience, away from the comfort of your own home.

Mobile gaming no longer needs to sacrifice the level of control with the GoPlay Sidekick from Kanex, or so that is what the manufacturer claims. Sporting a button layout that is inspired by traditional console controllers, the Kanex GoPlay Sidekick delivers a more refined level of control compared to the touchscreen which clouds the action when your thumbs move all over the place, while pressure-sensitive buttons, dual analog joysticks, trigger buttons and a D-pad complete the picture.

When not in use, it can slip into a pocket or bag with ease, and the rechargeable battery will be charged via the iPhone’s Lightning cable, where a single full charge delivers up to 20 hours of non-stop gameplay. The Kanex GoPlay Sidekick will retail for $59.95 apiece.

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MSI WS63 workstation updated with NVIDIA Quadro P4000 graphics

msi-ws63-updatedMSI knows that it cannot simply stand still and let the world go by, this is the surefire path to obsolescence. This is also the main reason as to why they have decided to give the MSI WS63 workstation an update, cramming into it the NVIDIA Quadro P4000 graphics chipset to deliver superior mobile performance, regardless of where you are at that point in time.

The updated MSI WS63 which is powered by the Quadro P4000 with Max-Q Design brings with it a slew of benefits. Sporting a smaller design, it also delivers improved graphics performance as well as boasts of an optimized air flow system, allowing MSI to redefine the term ‘portable workstation performance’.

Using NVIDIA’s Pascal architecture, the Quadro P4000 GPU is touted to be able to offer more than 40% the visualization performance and 1.7 times the computing performance compared to its predecessor. With the MSI WS63 boasting of the performance capability and memory capacity that large workstation models have, it is able to churn out photo-realistic renderings and a compelling VR experience without missing a beat, all arriving in a thin and light mobile workstation chassis.

Hardware specifications of the MSI WS63 include 8GB of GDDR5 memory in the Quadro P4000 GPU, 32GB of RAM, NVIDIA GPU Boost 3.0, five pipes for optimized thermal design, a 41-blade fan for the CPU, built-in biometrics and high-level security for enterprise-grade security, which have been certified by Windows Hello, a 15.6” display that arrives in either Full HD or 4K IPS options. In terms of storage, you can pick from either a 512MB SSD + 2TB HDD or a 256MB M.2 SATA + 1TB HDD, depending on your budget and needs, all powered by a 7th generation Intel Core i7 processor. The starting price stands at $3,099 apiece.

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Nextbook offers 2-in-1 tablets for students at a very affordable price

nextbook-efunE FUN knows that it is time to get back to school, and students who are in need of something more substantial than their regular pen and paper equipment will be able to make do with a couple of 2-in-1 tablets that will not break the bank. These 2-in-1 tablets will arrive in 11.6-inch formats, running on both Windows and Android platforms, and will sport an asking price of just $179 apiece, being far more affordable compared to your regular, full-fledged notebook, right?

E FUN’s Nextbook 2-in-1 tablets arrive in both Android and Windows flavors in order to cater to different groups of users, depending on the kind of software that they prefer to run, while fitting in with the student’s needs as well as school requirements.

The Nextbook Android Ares 11A Tablet will sport an 11.6-inch display with an 16:9 aspect ratio and a 1366 x 768 resolution (IPS), running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow while offering access to the Google Play Store. This will open up the door to more than 1.3 million apps for the user, where most of them are free. Not only that, books, movies, music, and videos can also be purchased from the Google Play Store. With 64GB of internal memory and a microSD memory card slot for expandable purposes, a backlit keyboard, a pair of standard USB 2.0 ports, and a 9,000mAh internal rechargeable battery, the Ares 11A tablet is certainly worth checking out.

For those who prefer to rock to Windows, the Nextbook Windows 10 Flexx 11A tablet will sport similar hardware specifications, save for one difference. The microSD memory card slot here can hold only up to 64GB of space, as opposed to the Android-powered Ares 11A tablet. Running on Windows, you gain access to the Windows Store. Shared specifications include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, built-in front and rear facing cameras, among others.

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Rocket Bottle Plus is a portable rechargeable blender

rocket-bottle-plusLet’s face it — you love to break a sweat at your local gym, and from there, it is also a journey in making sure that you wolf down nothing but the most healthy of snacks and food as you continue to build and sculpt your body according to the way you want it to look like. This means drinking the right kind of protein shakes or some equivalent combination, and more often than not, it would require a fair bit of blending. Well, lugging a blender along is a very cumbersome activity, so why not make life easier for yourself with this Kickstarter project known as the Rocket Bottle Plus? The Rocket Bottle Plus’ claim to fame would be it being a portable rechargeable blender, now how about that for innovation?

With the Rocket Bottle Plus, you are well poised to churn up your favorite drink anywhere, anytime. This is a 22oz rechargeable blender that sports stainless blades to get all the slicing, dicing and blending done quickly and efficiently, accompanied by an 18,000 RPM motor. Meant to replace existing blenders and mixers that are on the market today, the Rocket Bottle Plus is not only portable, but it is also fully rechargeable without looking tacky as it arrives in a sleek and luxurious design, all the while boasting of the functionality of most home blenders.

Aesthetically pleasing and functional, the rechargeable motor of the Rocket Bottle Plus will spin its 4 to blades at a baffling 18,000 RPM, and is completely leak proof to make sure that you do not end up with a mess instead. To sweeten the deal, the Rocket Bottle Plus is full well capable of doubling up as a power bank, charging up your other USB devices when you are not busy making a smoothie for yourself. Odor and stain resistant, the rechargeable battery is said to hold enough juice to have it deliver up to 20 blends or 2 hours of run time on a single charge.

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Phiaton BT 390 foldable headphones

phiaton-bt390Phiaton knows that owning a good pair of headphones is always something that everyone can look forward to, and this is why they have continued to ensure that consumers get nothing but the very best with the Phiaton BT 390 foldable headphones. Targeting both travelers as well as commuters who are constantly on the move, the Phiaton BT 390 is a pair of on-ear headphones that not only offer a compact and comfortable fit, but it even boasts of an extended battery life in order to cater for those long trips that never seem to end unless you have a collection of movies and your favorite playlist to keep you company.

The Phiaton BT 390 foldable headphones will arrive with Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity, where it will also come crafted with a minimalistic exterior as well as an easy-to-carry design. This means both travelers and commuters will be able to appreciate the style and innovative features of this particular pair of headphones, and with an asking price of $79 apiece, it is certainly not too much to pay considering the kind of quality that you will receive.

Just how long is the BT 390’s battery life? Well, we are looking at a phenomenal 30 hours of continuous music playback time, something that will be able to last you even if you were to travel from Asia all the way to the East Coast of the US without requiring a trip to the nearest power outlet on the plane. Throw in powerful 40mm drivers, and your ears will be tickled by the optimized vibration system as additional emphasis is placed on high frequency clarity alongside an improved sound stage. Not only that, oversized Neodymium magnets are also part of the Phiaton BT 390’s build up, delivering a rich, commanding bass. To ensure additional comfort, padded ear and head pads are also part of the make up. Any takers?

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