Month: September 2017

Casio announces men’s G-Shock G-Steel line of connected watches

Posted by Jack on in Bluetooth, bluetooth watch, casio, casio g shock, casio g-shock g-steel, casio g-steel, Cool Clocks, g-shock g-steel, Solar Powered Gear, solar powered watch

gshock-gsteelThe humble watch used to be a tool to tell the time, but over the years, it has ended up as a fashion statement, one that could even cost more than an entire house if it is studded with jewels and other kinds of precious gems. Well, the watch was said to die a slow death with the introduction of smartwatches, but such a prediction has proven to be otherwise. The luxury line of watches continue to sell well regardless of the economic climate among the well-heeled and famous, while the regular watch maintains its market share as smartwatches struggle to break into the mainstream consciousness and being a “must have” item on everyone’s wrists. Casio forges on with its very first connected watches for men, the G-Shock G-Steel line.

In the new G-Shock G-Steel range for men, these new models will boast of Bluetooth connectivity alongside the ability to charge itself up via solar power, now how about that for bringing a 21st century update to the old school idea of a watch? Specially designed to boast of a new layer guard case structure that is not only slimmer than previous generation G-Steel timepieces, the new connected watches will represent the cream of the G-Steel crop. All of the new models will arrive in silver stainless steel (GSTB100D-1A), black resin with a silver stainless steel bezel (GSTSB100-1A), and a special edition black resin with a black, carbon fiber bezel (GSTB100X-1A).

Regardless of which model you decide on, all of these new timepieces will make use of Bluetooth low energy technology in order to pair with smartphones using the G-Shock connected app. This would enable the user to utilize the Phone Finder feature, change time zones, check the battery level, and set a timer or alarm from the app itself. Solar-powered charging capabilities, a new functional face design with a “turbine inspired” level indicator disc and a super LED light rounds off the list of impressive features.

The GSTB100-1A and GSTB100D-1A will respectively come with a $320 and $400 price tag, while the special edition GSTB100X-1A is going to be a tad more expensive at $700 a pop.

Press Release
[ Casio announces men’s G-Shock G-Steel line of connected watches copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Opter Pose is a new smart necklace

Posted by Jack on in crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, Electronic Gadgets, indiegogo, opter, opter pose, pose, smart necklace

opterWearable technology has been rather limited in its functionality and form factor for two obvious reasons: a whole lot of things that the average smartphone is able to deliver, and also the lack of a powerful battery in a small form factor to deliver a multi-functional wearable device. The Opter Pose would like to offer a new take on the wearable technology market, being a brand new smart necklace that will launch as an Indiegogo project this October 3rd. The Opter Pose prides itself in being a fashionable alternative to the basic plastic wristband, so much so that Forbes has even deemed it to be “the new must-have in wearable tech.”

The Opter Pose comes across as a designer unisex necklace and clip, where it will be able to vibrate gently should you be slouching for a far longer period than you are supposed to, being a good reminder for you to remain confident while standing tall. Being different from other kinds of posture-correcting devices, the Opter Pose boasts of a battery life that is able to go beyond the seven day period, now how about that for longevity? Not only that, it also features a bunch of other functions that can be accessed via its companion smartphone app.

UV sensing capability will let it monitor the amount of time spent in the sun, while the presence of blue light sensing enables it to recommend different light levels so that you can be at your productive best all day round, as well as getting the right kind of sleep quality. Other that that, it is also able to track your steps, amount of exercise taken in, and sleep quality, helping to reduce sedentary time by intelligently reminding you to move if you’ve been still for too long. It should retail for $120 when released commercially.

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[ Opter Pose is a new smart necklace copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

EVOLUS 3 Qi multi-docking station charges the iPhone 8 and iPhone X, too

Posted by Jack on in Electronic Gadgets, enblue, evolus 3 qi, evolus 3 qi multi docking station, iPad Gadgets, iPhone Gadgets, multi docking station, Qi, qi wireless charging, Wireless Charging

evolus-3-qiWhen it comes to the modern day gadget owner, one thing is for sure: there are plenty of accessories to go along with your various devices, supposedly making them more impervious to damage or look cooler. Modern day gadgets also have one Achilles Heel, its battery life which could prove to be less than expected. In other words, a charger is often something that we bring around, since we never quite know when we might use up the daily supply of juice and would need to charge it up during an emergency. Enblue has come up with the EVOLUS 3 Qi multi-docking station that prides itself in delivering wireless charging capability for the all new iPhone 8 and iPhone X, while not forgetting that it is also able to cater to the iPad and Apple Watch in terms of charging, too.

The EVOLUS 3 Qi will integrate a sleek, Qi certified, module with 3-coil technology, ensuring that it is able to keep the new (and expensive) iPhones charged with a maximum of 7.5 watts, 5V/1.5A, all well within the parameters that have been limited by Apple. Regardless of whether you sold your kidney for the new iPhone X or settled for the more affordable iPhone 8 (relatively speaking, of course), the iPhone when charged will be in the most natural, upright position. The reason behind this is to enable easy access when checking and viewing messages during the charging process. Of course, there will be support for a transverse position as well, in order for you to hook it up to a pair of earphones.

It does not matter the size of your iPhone or iPad, the EVOLUS 3 Qi is able to host them all, as well as the Apple Watch series 1, 2, and 3. Chances are, it will be able to work even with a protective case surrounding your device. Made out of aircraft grade aluminium, it will cost $149 and arrive in Cool Silver.

Press Release
[ EVOLUS 3 Qi multi-docking station charges the iPhone 8 and iPhone X, too copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

SteelSeries Rival 110 gaming mouse features all-new sensor

Posted by Jack on in Gaming Gadgets, gaming mouse, mouse, rival 110, SteelSeries, steelseries rival 110

steelseries-rival110When it comes to gaming peripherals, the mouse is one of the most important aspects. Gamers would not settle for anything less than the best, and the right kind of gaming mouse is able to make or break a particular gaming session. SteelSeries continues its legacy of delivering high quality gaming devices without having to break the bank with the introduction of the Rival 110. The SteelSeries Rival 110 gaming mouse will feature TrueMove1, which is an original sensor that has been co-designed with Pixart that has been touted to be able to deliver true 1-to-1 tracking, making it as accurate as the Rival 310 and Sensei 310.

The TrueMove1 sensor is always ready and raring to go when it comes to gaming competitions, being a 7,200 CPI, 240 IPS original, optical sensor. It will boast of advanced jitter reduction alongside an ultra-low signal to response latency. In other words, if you are rocking to the Rival 110, you will be able to enjoy true 1-to-1 tracking at esport CPIs. This kind of sensor is similar to the ones used for professional-level gaming, so that gamers end up with nothing but ultra-precise control.

The Rival 110 makes its bow as the newest member of the Rival range. What kind of capabilities does it come with? For starters, the all-new Rival 110 will boast of an ergonomic six-button universal design while offering a comfortable grip regardless of your style. All of the mouse buttons — including the right and left click, do sport a very durable look while delivering a strong and consistent feel. Not only that, you do not need to go through the hassle of configuring your keys and actions to the mouse all over again when using different computers, since the on-board memory will let you save your settings directly to the mouse. Take note that this is not a wireless mouse, hence it is accompanied by a soft resistance-free rubber cable. The SteelSeries Rival 110 will retail for $39.99 apiece if you are interested, making it a bargain for such a high quality mouse.

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[ SteelSeries Rival 110 gaming mouse features all-new sensor copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Polaroid Pop instant digital camera that is now available

Posted by Jack on in Audio/Video Gadgets, digital camera, instant digital camera, polaroid, polaroid pop

polaroid-popEarlier this year, we brought you news of Polaroid shaking things up in the world of digital photography, going to show everyone just how they intend to remain relevant in this fast changing world while maintaining the kind of uniqueness that made Polaroid such a household name all those decades ago. CES 2017 saw the advent of the Polaroid Pop, or at least, the announcement of such a fine looking piece of hardware. This time around, the Polaroid Pop instant digital camera is now available for the masses to purchase, so read on to refresh your memory on what it is capable of doing.

The Polaroid Pop instant digital camera will bring together a sleek, modern design alongside modern day digital technology, getting the job done using 3.5” x 4.25″ border prints. Touted to be the premier all-in-one solution when it comes to capturing and sharing images while you are on-the-go, the Polaroid Pop instant digital camera will open up a whole new world of possibilities. Users can now shoot and instantly print full color photos as 3.5” x 4.25″ Polaroid border prints, regardless of where they are. I suspect that photobooths at weddings and other social functions will appreciate the flexibility of such a Polaroid device.

Not only that, you can also opt to edit and enhance photos right before printing them using creative filters and digital stickers. Polaroid has even thrown in a draw feature which will provide the ability to write or draw right at the bottom of the photo. Wireless connectivity arrives in the form of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, enabling the Polaroid Pop to quickly and easily hook up to a mobile device using either one of the two mentioned standards so that users can save photos taken with the camera, and in the opposite direction, print photos using the Polaroid Pop that are stored on your connected mobile device. The asking price for the Polaroid Pop stands at $199.99.

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[ Polaroid Pop instant digital camera that is now available copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]