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CBS Radio Tech Report on iBike

By Larry Magid, CBS Radio

Tech Report: Gadgets To Help Stay Fit
January 10, 2012 8:47 PM

Reporting Larry Magid

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) – The Consumer Electronics Show officially kicked off Tuesday in Las Vegas.

KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid is in Las Vegas and said there are plenty of tech products aimed at consumers looking to get in shape in the New Year.

“The iBike is a very cool device that turns an iPhone or an iPod Touch into a very sophisticated bicycle computer,” said Magid. “It comes with a mounting bracket and some sensors that measure the wind speed, how hard you’re pedaling and it actually converts it into power. That’s one of many examples that I saw that can help people get in shape.”
 

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USA Today on Thomas PR Clients Fitness Technologies & SolarFocus "This weekly roundup takes a look at the practical and sometimes quirky aspects of tech products"

By Deborah Porterfield, USA Today

By Deborah Porterfield, Special for USA TODAY

This weekly roundup takes a look at the practical and sometimes quirky aspects of tech products.

Fitness Technologies

The UwaterG4 MP3 player lets you listen to your favorite tunes while in the water for $40.

Gadgets go under water

If you prefer working out in the water, Fitness Technologies can keep you tuned in to your favorite music. Capable of withstanding water up to 10 feet deep, the itty-bitty UwaterG4 MP3 Player seals out water while also protecting against corrosion.

You can clip the player to the included headband or attach it to your goggles or belt. Available in yellow, red, blue, black or white, the player has four gigabytes of memory and ships with ear buds that work underwater.

A similar model with chrome plating, the UwaterG4X Chrome, provides extra protection against corrosion, even in salt water. Both models cost about $80.

Prefer listening to sports or talk shows while you swim? The UwaterK7 waterproof FM radio has a 1-inch LCD screen, 19 station presets, a headband attachment and waterproof earphones. It costs $40.

www.fitnesstechusa.com

SolarFocus

The SolarKindle can provide enough juice for three days of reading with just one hour of direct sunlight.

Kindle cover likes the sun

The SolarKindle from SolarFocus pulls triple duty as a leather "book'' cover, a reading lamp and a solar charger.

The cover includes a solar panel and a dual-charging USB/solar reserve battery. The reserve battery can power the cover's built-in LED reading lamp and power the Kindle when its battery runs out.

One hour of direct sun light can provide enough energy for up to three days of reading. It costs about $80.

www.solarmio.com

http://www.solarmio.com/en/OnlineStore.aspx

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Photos:
Kidz Gear Apple Wired Headphones for Kids:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearheadphonesvolume.html 
Kidz Gear Logo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearlogo.html 
KidzControl Logo:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/kidzgearkidzcontrollogo.html
 
Agency Contact:
Karen Thomas
Thomas PR
(631) 549-7575 kthomas@thomas-pr.com  http://www.thomas-pr.com

KIDZ GEAR LAUNCHES HEADPHONES FOR KIDS MADE ESPECIALLY FOR APPLE DEVICES
 
Kidz Gear Apple Wired Headphones for Kids - Available for iPod, iPhone & iPad
Features “KidzControl™" Volume Limiting Technology for Safe Volume Listening,
Special Microphone and Remote Control
 

January 26, 2012, El Dorado Hills, CA -- Kidz Gear www.GearForKidz.com, the Grown-up Performance, Built For Kids! brand, announced today that its award-winning line of Wired Headphones for Kids has been expanded to include a NEW Apple version designed specifically for the iPod, iPhone and iPad – the Kidz Gear Apple Wired Headphones for Kids.  This Apple-specific version of the popular Kidz Gear headphones feature unique “KidzControl™" Volume Limiting Technology for a safe listening experience while helping to protect children’s hearing; an Inline Microphone; and a Remote with controls for Track Up, Track Down, and more.   

KidzControl™ Volume Limiting Technology 

Integrated into the new Apple headphones is the proprietary KidzControl™ Volume Limiting Technology, delivering an “always-on” safe volume limited listening experience for children of all ages, with maximum volume levels limited to between 80dB and 90dB levels.  Ergonomically designed with soft padded child-sized ear-cups, high-quality audio components and value priced at only $29.95, the Kidz Gear Apple Wired Headphones for Kids are the perfect travel accessory for keeping children quiet and happy during long trips away from home.     

Microphone Records Audio, Answers Phone, Issues Voice Commands to SIRI 

The Kidz Gear Apple Wired Headphones for Kids Inline Microphone can be used to record audio, issue a voice command to iPhone’s SIRI personal assistant and answer phone calls on the iPhone, or talk through an internet phone, such as Skype.  The Remote controls volume up and down, as well as lets the user play, pause, skip a track, return to a previous track or even hear the playlist that is currently active. 

“Clearly, one of the largest growing groups of users of our Kidz Gear headphones have been children using their iPods, iPhones and iPads,” said Laurie Peterson, Founder, Kidz Gear.  “By adding these Apple-specific features, children are sure to get a more enjoyable and safe listening experience from their Apple products.” 

The Kidz Gear Apple Wired Headphones for Kids are available immediately, priced at $29.95 and available from Apple (at stores and online at: http://store.apple.com/us/product/H6625ZM/A?fnode=MTc0MjU4ODc) as well as www.Amazon.com and www.GearForKidz.com.  All Kidz Gear Headphones have a Lifetime Limited Warranty. 

About Kidz Gear

Incorporated in 2001, San Ramon, California Supply and Beyond, LLC is the exclusive manufacturer of the Kidz Gear brand of audio products and accessories.  The Kidz Gear brand was created by founder and mother Laurie Peterson with the purpose of developing a line of products and accessories with adult features, performance and quality but with ergonomic and economic sizes, styles and prices for children.  The Kidz Gear product line has received rave reviews and awards from various Mother’s Group Organizations and industry publications.  The company is continually focused on bringing more products to market that support the company’s mission – Grown-Up Performance, Built for Kids! 

For more information, call 877-KidzGear (543-9432), visit us on the web at: www.GearForKidz.com,
or send an email: sales@gearforkidz.com.

 

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Kidz Gear, KidzControl, are trademarks of Supply and Beyond, LLC, registered in the US and other countries.

iPhone, iPod, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Contact:

Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR

(631) 549-7575 kthomas@thomaspr.com or eyutani@thomaspr.com Website: www.thomas-pr.com 

 

Photos:
Hot One Award Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignhotoneaward.html 
ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Knife Loaded Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignstudioproknife.html
ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Note Recording Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignstudiopronote.html
ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Package Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignstudiopropack.html
ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Recording Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignstudioprorecording.html
 
ArtRage 3.5 Product Comparison: http://www2.ambientdesign.com/files/artrage_product_comparison.pdf
Videos:
ArtRage 3.5 Now with Recording, Playback and Scripting: http://youtu.be/PVVSejlQqO4?hd=1 
ArtRage @future/canvas events: http://youtu.be/8SKgUsfZ_Xg?hd=1 
ArtRage used to recreate Warhol, Miro & Katsushika Hokusai: http://youtu.be/cAwiyOgFzMs?hd=1
 

MACWORLD BOOTH:

Nomad Brush Booth #455

ArtRage Suite #3020 - Intercontinental Hotel, 888 Howard St.

 

ARTRAGE STUDIO PRO WINS PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER MAGAZINE’S “HOT ONE AWARD” 

Demos at Macworld 2012 in San Francisco: ArtRage Studio Pro and ArtRage for iPhone & iPad

 ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Most Realistic Tactile Experience -- Closest to Actual Painting

Records & Plays Back Actual Paint Strokes, Creates Art Tutorials,

Improves Color Blending, Shares Content

 

January 24, 2012, San Francisco, CA – Ambient Design www.artrage.com, the leading award-winning creator of realistic art painting software for Mac, Windows, iPad, and iPhone, announced today that ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 has won Professional Photographer magazine’s prestigious “Hot One” Award for Best New Gear, to be announced in the March issue of Professional Photographer.  ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 lets you become a true digital artist by letting you digitally “paint,” just as you would in a traditional art studio.   ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 and ArtRage for iPhone and iPad will be demoed at Macworld 2012 in San Francisco this week, January 26-28.

At the Nomad Brush Booth # 455, ArtRage for iPhone and iPad will be shown with the Nomad Brush.  At the ArtRage Suite #3020 at the Intercontinental Hotel (888 Howard St.), ArtRage Studio Pro will be shown working together with ArtRage for iPhone and iPad across Mac, Windows and iOS platforms (contact Karen Thomas kthomas@thomaspr.com for press meeting appointments). 

“As one of the photo industry’s biggest and most respected equipment competitions, the Hot One Awards represent the best new gear as chosen by a panel of independent professional photographers. This year’s winners are a collection of innovative new products from a group of companies performing at the top of their game,” said Jeff Kent, Hot One Editor, Professional Photographer magazine. 

“ArtRage Studio Pro version 3.5 provides the experience of painting digitally on a computer canvas with oil paints that smear and blend, and with watercolors that flow together into wet gradations.  Improvements in v3.5 include the ability to record and playback paint strokes, faster speed, scripting, content sharing and enhanced color blending tools. The user interface has also been augmented to streamline workflow,” said Professional Photographer. 

New ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Features: 

Recording/Playback:  ArtRage now allows Recording and Playback of paintings and automates repetitive tasks.  It records the painting as it happens, to play back later at original or accelerated speeds with the option of changing resolutions, reproducing the actual strokes that made up the painting dynamically for the viewer.

Create Tutorials:  Record art for posterity and create tutorials with annotations explaining techniques, to share the process of painting.  Add Note Bubbles and Spotlights that draw the viewer’s attention to areas of the canvas during playback. Create tutorials to share, explaining a certain technique or tool.

Share Content:  The ArtRage Package File system makes the process of sharing custom content, like stickers, presets and stencils, easy.  The Package system lets the user gather together as many custom resources as he or she would like and compress them into an easy to use data file that can be shared with other users and installed with a double click.  

Improved Color Blending:  Oil Paint and Watercolor blends faster and even more realistically. 

Multi-Threading Speed Improvements:  Users of multiprocessor or multi-core computers will see substantial speed increases.  Multi-threading support has been added to the tools and many of the processor intensive functions for increased speed for multi-core CPUs. 

Scripting & Sharing:  Scripts recorded in ArtRage can be edited manually.  The color of a single stroke or the tools used can be changed -- almost every aspect of ArtRage can be controlled via written commands, including paint strokes, transformations, settings, built-in filtering and more.  Scripts can also be shared to teach and show techniques.

 

ArtRage Availability & Pricing

Special MacWorld Pricing:

                                    Regular Price    Special Macworld Pricing

ArtRage Studio Pro:     $80                  $59.99

ArtRage Studio             $40                  $29.99

 

ArtRage for iPad          $6.99               $2.99

ArtRage for iPhone       $1.99               $.99 

ArtRage Studio Pro and ArtRage Studio 3.5 for Mac and Windows are available immediately at http://www.artrage.com/artrage-store.html.  ArtRage for iPad is also available immediately from the Apple iTunes Store and ArtRage for iPhone for iPhone 4 and later phones is also available at: http://www.artrage.com/artrage-iphone.html.  See comparison chart: http://www2.ambientdesign.com/files/artrage_product_comparison.pdf.  For more information, see www.artrage.com or Facebook:  www.facebook.com/artrage.

About Professional Photographer Magazine

For more than 100 years, Professional Photographer, the official magazine of Professional Photographers of America, has helped readers advance careers in the photographic industry.  Each issue contains practical yet cutting-edge lessons in the artistic, business, and technological aspects of professional photography.  No other magazine offers a more influential presentation of the people, trends, products, and photographs changing and defining the portrait, wedding and commercial photography landscape.  Info at:  http://www.ppmag.com.  

About Ambient Design Ltd.

Ambient Design is a New Zealand-based global software development/publishing firm, specializing in creative applications and user interfaces for artists of all ages and levels of competency, including professionals, hobbyists and students. The principals have over 40 years experience combining complex image processing algorithms with an easily accessible user experience. Ambient Design was founded in 2000 by Andy Bearsley and Matt Fox-Wilson, formerly of MetaCreations, developer of Painter, Bryce and Kai’s Power Tools.  Ambient Design’s products are available in 12 languages, downloaded over 10 million times.  More information: www.artrage.com.

ArtRage, Ambient Design and the BrushMan logo are trademarks of Ambient Design Ltd. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Photo:

“Beethoven Shreds” CD cover: http://www.greatkat.com/beethovenshredscd.jpg 

Music:

“Beethoven Shreds” CD Music Clips at: http://www.greatkat.com/beethovenshreds/beethovenshreds.html 

 

For “Beethoven Shreds” CD Review Copies, Contact:

Karen Thomas, Thomas PR kthomas@thomas-pr.com http://www.thomas-pr.com http://www.greatkat.com (631) 549-7578

 

 

“BEETHOVEN SHREDS” CD NOW OUT WORLDWIDE!

 

FEATURING BEETHOVEN, BACH, PAGANINI, & RIMSKY-KORSAKOV

 

-NEW SHRED/CLASSICAL CD FROM THE GREAT KAT!

 

NY, NY, January 18, 2012 – The Great Kat http://www.greatkat.com World’s Fastest Guitar Shredder’s blistering new Shred/Classical “BEETHOVEN SHREDS” CD is out worldwide now. “Beethoven Shreds” CD is now internationally available at major retailers and online stores in U.S., Canada, Australia, Japan, Europe (Germany - Cargo Records, U.K. - Wienerworld, Scandinavia - Borders Music, Italy - Goodfellas), China, and more, as well as on iTunes. Distributed internationally by Music Video Distributors (MVD), “Beethoven Shreds” CD is priced at $7.95 SRP.  

The Great Kat Guitar Goddess ("Top-10 Fastest Guitarists of All Time" - Guitar World Magazine’s Readers’ Poll, “Top 10 Fastest Shredders of All Time” - Guitar One Magazine) is the renown Juilliard Grad Violin Virtuoso/Carnegie Recital Hall Violin Soloist turned Guitar Shred Virtuoso, famous for SHREDDING exciting Classical Music at astounding speeds on the guitar.  The Great Kat brilliantly shreds Beethoven, Bach, Paganini, Rimsky-Korsakov and more on “Beethoven Shreds,” revolutionizing both Classical and Metal on this groundbreaking CD.  Hear Great Kat Shred/Classical music clips at: http://www.greatkat.com/beethovenshreds/beethovenshreds.html   

“Beethoven Shreds” CD Features:

·       “The Flight of The Bumble-Bee” (Great Kat’s Mind-Blowing Guitar/Violin Shredding at 300 BPM!)

·        Beethoven’s “5^th Symphony” for Symphony Orchestra & Band

·        Paganini’s “Caprice #24” (virtuoso showpiece features Great Kat’s technical guitar/violin mastery)

·        Bach's “Brandenburg Concerto #3” (Great Kat Shreds on 6 Guitars and 3 Violins!)

·        Much More Shred Guitar Virtuosity!

 

Contact for review copy of The Great Kat’s “Beethoven Shreds” CD: Karen Thomas, Thomas PR karent@thomas-pr.com 631-549-7578 

“The Great Kat's 'Beethoven Shreds.' Classical music performed in a metal style at blinding speeds." - About.com Guitar

"The Great Kat presents 'Beethoven Shreds'. This is definitely my favorite classical speed metal record of the year." - IGN

"'The Great Kat.' She does not just play Beethoven. If you believe her, she is Beethoven reincarnated. Loud, blistering fast guitar riffs accompanied by screams, and an aggressive hyper-dominatrix persona. She is direct and flamboyant about her intentions. Her virtuosity is for real." -"Beethoven in America" Book (Indiana University Press)

 

“Beethoven Shreds” CD on Amazon:  http://www.amazon.com/Beethoven-Shreds-Great-Kat/dp/B0055V0G9E/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1308161101&sr=1-1

Great Kat Website: http://www.greatkat.com

iTunes : http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/great-kat/id384709526

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/greatkatguitarshredder 

Twitter: http://twitter.com/greatkatguitar 

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/KthomasPR

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Photos - Cameras:
UwaterHD3X: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterhd3x.html 
Uwater HD3X & Light: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterdx1000.html
Uwater HD3X Camera with Battery Extension: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologieshd3xbattery.html
UwaterHD55: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterhd55.html
Photos - Flashlights:
UwaterDX3000 Flashlight:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesdxdive.html
UwaterDX340/UwaterDX1000/UwaterDX3000:
http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesdxextreme.html
Photos MP3 Player: 
UwaterG4 MP3 Player Line: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterg4mp3.html
UwaterG4 in White: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterg4white.html
 

SHOT SHOW
BOOTH #6602 - PowerTac/Fitness Technologies
 
Contact:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com www.thomas-pr.com  www.thomaspublicrelations.com
 

FITNESS TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES 100% WATERPROOF ACTION GEAR LINE AT SHOT SHOW: 

·        DX EXTREME FLASHLIGHTS: INDESTRUCTIBLE TO 2700 LUMENS 100 METERS UNDERWATER

·        UWATER ACTION CAMERAS:  FIRST FULL DAY- 8 HOUR 100% WATERPROOF - MOUNT ON FLASHLIGHTS, RIFLES, & HELMETS

·        UWATER MP3 PLAYERS:  WORLD’S SMALLEST 100% WATERPROOF

FOR HUNTING, OUTDOOR, MILITARY, RECREATIONAL & LAW ENFORCEMENT MARKETS

January 17, 2012, Las Vegas, NV -- Fitness Technologies Inc. www.FitnessTechUSA.com, a leading provider of waterproof electronics products, announced today at the Shot Show in Las Vegas booth 6602 their new 100% waterproof line of action gear made especially for the outdoor, hunting, law enforcement, and recreational markets:  the rugged DX Extreme Flashlights rated at 100 Meters (330 Feet) underwater delivering 2700 lumens; the first full-day 8 hour Uwater Action Camera line mountable on flashlights, helmets, rifles, featuring full HD video and photos; and the UwaterG4 MP3 Player rated at 3 Meters (10FT) underwater providing 1,000 songs /10 audio books for any recreational activities.

Featuring an innovative blend of power and durability for mission critical and outdoor activities, ideal for military, police, adventure, search and rescue, and extreme sports - including scuba diving, the DX Flashlights, Uwater action cameras, and Uwater MP3 Players are indestructible, scratch & impact proof -- hands-down the most durable outdoor action gear in the industry.  

DX Flashlights Feature Patent-Pending Triple-Action No-Rust Tail Switch – Safe for Life  

Fitness Technologies’ new patent-pending DX Line of fully rechargeable Extreme Flashlights far outperform traditional tactical and magnetic switches, with the first internal triple-action rotational switching design with no external parts for water-tight activation.  Unlike other brands that use magnetic switching which tend to rust in salt water over time, the DX line is completely safe for life with no potential accidental activation or malfunctions.  The DX flashlights feature an ergonomic anti-slip design and 3/8” Polycarbonate luminous super bright lens at up to 2700 lumens for the darkest rainy nights or underwater up to 100 Meters.  The DX line of flashlights can be mounted to the Uwater action cams to illuminate underwater for boating, scuba diving, underwater searches or other waterproof use.  

The UwaterDX line also features Radial Heat Sink Technology, invented by aircraft engine manufacturers to remove the heat engines generate thus increasing its efficiencies.  The DX line’s Radial Heat Sink is so effective that it enables the powerful U.S. made CREE LED power source to operate not only in the water, but also outside water using air for cooling.   In addition to about 17% output improvement, the DX Radial Heat Sink significantly increases operating life.   

Uwater HD Action Cameras Provide Full HD Video up to 60 FPS  

The Uwater HD Action Camera line includes the patent pending UwaterHD3X all-metal extendable 100% waterproof camera rated at 30 Meters (no case needed) and the UwaterHD55 camera with 60 Meter waterproof casing.  The Uwater line of action cams provides HD video at 60 FPS for up to 8 hours of continuous use for a full day of documenting action photos or video.   

Uwater World’s Smallest 100% Waterproof MP3 Player 

The UwaterG4 is the world’s smallest 100% waterproof MP3 Player, featuring Waterproof Audio Technology (WAT) and “Twist & Lock” Technology that not only completely seals water out, but also provides crucial long term protection against corrosion -- a problem that often damages devices.  Since the Uwater audio line is rated at the highest level water submersion standard -- IPX8-certified 100% waterproof up to 10 Feet/3 Meters underwater, you never have to worry about accidentally damaging your MP3 player or radio. 

DX Extreme Flashlight Features:

·        3 models:  UwaterDX340, UwaterDX1000, UwaterDX3000.         

·        100 Meters Underwater.

·        No-Rust Triple-Action Rotating Tail Activation Switch - first internal switching design with no external parts.

·        Radial Heat Sink Technology with CREE LED power source.

·        3/8" (9mm) Luminous Polycarbonate Lens.

·        Lights can be mounted to Uwater cameras for underwater or night-time illumination.

·        Maximum output: 340-2700 Lumens

·        Beam range: 825 FT to 3100 FT.

·        MSRP starting at $185. 

 

Uwater Action Camera Features:

·        UwaterHD3X: all metal design, machined aluminum, 100% waterproof underwater to 30 Meters without a case, 5 Megapixels 720P, 30 FPS, includes 32GB card, single button operation, rechargeable, extendable to 8 hours runtime.  

·        UwaterHD55: extra light-weight at 3 ounce, 100% waterproof to 60 Meter underwater case, 8 Megapixels, 720P/1080P, 60 FPS, includes 32GB card, 1.5” Color TFT LCD, Standard Tripod Mount, Rechargeable. 

·        An assortment of mounting accessories (helmet, rifle, bike, board, body) is available with all models.

·        MSRP UwaterHD3X $200 and UwaterHD55 $250.

 

UWaterG4 MP3 Player Features:

·        4GB of memory for 1000 Songs/10 Audio Books.

·        6-8 hours of continuous play time. 

·        Built-in high performance Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery (1000+ cycles).

·        IPX8 Waterproof Certification - Underwater up to 10 feet/3 Meters.

·        Weight: under 1 Ounce. Mini-Size: only 0.4”x1.25”x1.75” (0.9x3x4.5cm).

·        Available in multiple colors: Black/Yellow, Black/Red, Black/Blue, Black and Ice White.

·        Random/Normal Playback Modes.

·        Highly Visible Multi-Color LED Mode Control makes it easy to see.

·        Patent Pending “Twist & Lock” jack technology completely seals out water. 
 

Fitness Technologies will be showcasing their waterproof action gear line at the Shot Show, held January 17-20, Sands Expo, Booth #6602 in Las Vegas.  The UwaterG4 MP3 Player and other Uwater Audio Gear are available immediately through www.fitnesstechusa.com and leading online and retail stores.  The Uwater DX Extreme Flashlights and Uwater Action Cameras will be available in March.  For more information, see www.fitnesstechusa.com. 

About Fitness Technologies, Inc.

Fitness Technologies Inc., a member of The SAMCO Group, has been enhancing lifestyles with waterproof electronics products since 1996.  Fitness Technologies’ Action Audio Gear – the second generation TEMPOG1 and TEMPOG2 –-- were the first smart waterproof MP3 players on the market.  The third generation UWaterG2 & UwaterG4 – the world’s smallest waterproof MP3 players and the UwaterK7 PLL waterproof radio – were developed using feedback from end-users and 15 years experience.  For more information, visit us at SHOT Show Booth 6602 (level 1), email us at info@fitnesstechusa.com, or visit www.FitnessTechUSA.com.

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CES New ArtRage for iPhone Demos Wed and Thursday 10:30-3:30 at Intel Booth Central Hall 7253, stop by anytime or contact Karen Thomas for info 516-527-9111

kthomas@thomaspr.com   

www.artrage.com 

Karen Thomas, Thomas PR

cell: 516-527-9111 office: 631-549-7575

Email: kthomas@thomaspr.com  website: www.thomaspr.com 

 

Twitter: http://twitter.com/thomaspr   

Facebook: Karen Thomas

Skype: karenthomaspr

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaspr 

 

Thomas PR Client Photos for Download:  www.thomas-pr.com/136/index136.html 

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Thomas PR Clients iGrill, iBike, SensoGlove and iHog in Sacramento's KTXL-TV High-Tech Gadgets

Annalee Penny, Fox40 KTXL-TV

WATCH KTXL-TV ON IGRILL, IBIKE, SENSOGLOVE AND IHOG!

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Photos:

UwaterG4 MP3 Player Line: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterg4mp3.html

UwaterG4 in White: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterg4white.html

UwaterG4X Chrome MP3 Player: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterg4x.html

UwaterK7 FM Radio: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterk7.html

UwaterG4 POP Display: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiespopdisplay.html

 

Contact:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani

Thomas PR (631) 549-7575

kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com 

www.thomas-pr.com www.thomaspublicrelations.com 

 

CES BOOTH:

Fitness Technologies: 

Booth #3018 (North Hall)

 

FITNESS TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES WORLD’S SMALLEST
100% WATERPROOF AUDIO GEAR AT CES 2012
 
Take UwaterG4 MP3 Players Everywhere You Go for Worry-Free Waterproof Music in 5 Fashion Colors: Yellow, Red, Black, Blue, or White 
Perfect for Seniors & Boomers who Swim for Safe Exercising or
for Extreme Water Sports & Outdoor Recreational Activities
 
Now Available in Retail Channel with New 360 Degree Surround View Packaging &
Interactive Point of Sale Displays
 

January 7, 2012, Bogota, NJ -- Fitness Technologies Inc. www.FitnessTechUSA.com, a leading provider of waterproof audio products, announced today the world’s smallest 100% waterproof audio line of products:  the UwaterG4 MP3 Player, UwaterG4X Chrome extra durable MP3 Player and UWaterK7 FM Radio.  The UWater audio line features 100% Waterproof Audio Technology (WAT) and “Twist & Lock” Technology that not only completely seals water out, but also provides crucial long term protection against corrosion -- a problem that often damages devices.  Since the Uwater audio line is rated at the highest level IPX water submersion standard -- IPX8-certified 100% waterproof up to 10 Feet/3 Meters underwater, you never have to worry about accidentally damaging your MP3 player or radio.  The Uwater world’s smallest waterproof audio line will be introduced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Fitness Technologies Booth #3018, January 10-13, 2012, Las Vegas. 

Patented New UwaterG4X and G4X Chrome - Extra Durable in Salt & Treated Water  

Based on the popular UwaterG2 (debuted at CES 2011), the new patented UwaterG4 MP3 Player now doubles the capacity to 4GB of memory  for 1,000 songs and 10 audio books, and comes in 5 fashion colors Yellow, Red, Blue, Black and Ice White.  The patented UwaterG4 waterproof MP3 player easily clips onto the included armband, goggles, headband, or belt for swim-anywhere/go-anywhere listening pleasure, ending the boredom of swimming laps, letting you enjoy music and audio books while boating, surfing, scuba diving, snorkeling, skiing, in the shower, walking in the rain, or running.  In addition, the UwaterG4 line now features the new extra-durable UwaterG4X Chrome model, which provides extended durability in salt and treated water for a longer life.  

UwaterK7 Light-Weight Waterproof FM Radio Targeted to Seniors & Boomers for Simplest, Safest Exercise - Swimming 

Boomers and Seniors demand for simplicity plus their determination to defeat boredom by listening to music, news, talk, sports while swimming, resulted in the development of the new UwaterK7 world’s smallest 100% waterproof PLL FM radio/receiver, featuring a 1” LCD screen, 19 station presets, precision tuning, great stereo sound, 8 hours of play time, indoor/outdoor reception worldwide, an easy to wear headband attachment, and their famous “twist & lock” stereo earphones that completely seal water out.  The UwaterK7 FM radio now makes it easy for everyone to swim for hours without having to deal with downloading MP3 music.

Targeting Retail Mass Market Channel with 360 Degree Interactive Point of Sale Displays & Packaging  

Because of Fitness Technologies’ new technology advancements, the market for waterproof audio has expanded in the past year to the mainstream mass merchandising market.  To meet this challenge, Fitness Technologies has developed brand new packaging and Point of Sale (POS) displays targeting the retail market with packaging featuring a complete 360 degree surround view of the Uwater line world’s smallest waterproof audio products.  Additionally,  a new Interactive Point Of Purchase Countertop Displays make it easy to get Fitness Technologies’ products in the hands of consumers.  The Uwater Interactive Displays are provided for FREE to dealers with qualified wholesale product purchases. 

Designed in the U.S.A., the Uwater world’s smallest waterproof audio products are available immediately, including the UwaterG4  MP3 Players, priced at $60 to $80, the UwaterG4 Chrome MP3 Player, priced at $80 and the UwaterK7 FM Radio, priced at $40 from www.FitnessTechUSA.com and select retail stores.  For more information, visit: www.FitnessTechUSA.com.  

About Fitness Technologies, Inc. 

Fitness Technologies Inc., a member of The SAMCO Group, has been enhancing lifestyles with waterproof electronics products since 1996.  Fitness Technologies’ SwimmersChoice FM Radio was the best-selling waterproof radio for over a decade.  The second generation TEMPOG1 and TEMPOG2 were the first smart waterproof MP3 players on the market.  The third generation UWaterG2 & UwaterG4 - the world’s smallest waterproof MP3 players - were developed using feedback from end-users and 15 years experience, as was the UwaterK7 – the world’s smallest waterproof  PLL Radio.  For more information, visit us at CES Booth 3018 North Hall, or email us at info@fitnesstechusa.com, or visit www.FitnessTechUSA.com.

 

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Photos:

SolarKindle: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/solarfocuskindle.html

SolarKindle Lifestyle Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/solarfocuskindlereading.html

SolarFocus Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/solarfocuslogo.html

 

Contact:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani

Thomas PR (631) 549-7575

kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com 

www.thomas-pr.com www.thomaspublicrelations.com

 

CES BOOTH:

SOLARFOCUS

BOOTH #70402 (Venetian Ballroom)

 

SOLARFOCUS ANNOUNCES “SOLARKINDLE” AT CES 2012

FIRST PRACTICAL SOLAR GADGET

 

WINS CES INNOVATIONS 2012 ECO-DESIGN & SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES AWARD HONOREE

 

SolarKindle Guarantees 3 Months Unplugged Kindle Reading Time & 50 Hours of Reading Lamp Use -- Employs Clean, Green, Renewable Energy of the Sun

 

Las Vegas, NV, January 7, 2012 – SolarFocus Technology Company Ltd. www.solarmio.com, winner of the CES 2012 Innovation Award, will introduce at CES the first practical solar gadget -- SolarKindle, the world’s first solar powered e-reader cover.  The first product in SolarFocus’ innovative new solar gadget line, SolarKindle features a unique eco-friendly design with a flexible, lightweight high performance solar panel built right into the cover and a dual-charging (USB/solar) reserve battery that greatly extend reading time -- with a guarantee of three-months of unplugged Kindle use under normal sunlight environment.  In addition, the built-in LED reading lamp can be powered continuously for up to 50 hours without using the Kindle’s main battery for the best illumination and coverage, allowing you to use your Kindle comfortably as long as you wish -- day or night, indoors or outdoors.   

 

First in Line of Solar Gadgets - Solar Patented Technology Wins CES Award

Based on years of solar research resulting in numerous patents and winning a 2012 International CES Innovations Design & Engineering Awards Honoree, SolarKindle will be introduced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held in Las Vegas, January 10-13, 2012, at the SolarKindle Booth #70402, Venetian and will be on display at CES Unveiled: the Official Press Event of CES on Sunday, January 8 from 4-7 p.m in the Venetian Ballroom, Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas.

 

Makes Unplugged E-Reading Come True

 

The first practical solar gadget that makes unplugged e-reading come true, SolarKindle is designed with the utmost attention to detail with premium leather offering protection and functionality.  SolarKindle’s renewable solar energy panel and integrated reserve battery provide superior lighting and extended reading time, especially useful when conventional power sources are not available, such as while traveling, camping, or away from home or office -- the perfect solution for readers on the go.  SolarKindle’s custom-designed solar panel and integrated solar charging circuitry deliver high charging efficiency, making the best use of the clean, green, and renewable energy of the sun. 

 

SolarKindle Features:

·        Solar powered e-reader cover with flexible, lightweight solar panel built into the cover.

·        Dual-charging (USB/solar) reserve battery greatly extends reading time.

·        3-month guarantee for unplugged Kindle use under normal sunlight environment.

·        LED reading lamp turns on with one touch release.

·        Integrated reserve battery runs the LED lamp for up to 50 hours continuously without using the Kindle’s main battery.

·        Integrated reserve battery can also transfer energy to the Kindle’s main battery to extend reading time.

·        Integrated solar panel collects and converts solar energy “on the go” -- one hour under direct sunlight can provide up to 3 days reading time.

·        Premium leather cover.

 

“For the past six years, SolarFocus has been dedicated to developing the most technologically advanced portable solar powered solutions for consumers,” said Dick Lu, Executive Vice President at SolarFocus. “From starting the company in a brand new and undeveloped market, to establishing the SolarFocus brand of outdoor solar powered products, we are very happy to see our SolarKindle Lighted Cover receive such honorable recognition from the International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Awards. We will continuously improve the price/performance ratio of our solar powered solutions on even more consumer electronic products to reduce carbon emissions.”

 

SolarKindle Lighted Cover will be available Jan. 15, 2012, priced at $79.99 from www.solarmio.com and other retailers.  For more information, see www.solarmio.com.

 

About SolarFocus:

 

Since 2005, SolarFocus has been at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution by providing competitively priced, energy saving and environmentally-friendly solar powered products to both industry and consumers.  As an industry leader in solar research and innovative product development, SolarFocus holds several solar technology patents with their products routinely used in such extreme environments as the Himalayas and the North Pole.  For further information on SolarFocus products, please visit www.solarmio.com.

 

 

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HyperShop Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sanhohypershoplogo.html

CES 2012 Award Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sanhoces2012awardlogo.html

CloudFTP - Black: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sanhocloudftpblack.html

CloudFTP - White: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sanhocloudftpwhite.html

 

CES BOOTH – North Hall

Sanho #4606

 

SANHO LAUNCHES CLOUDFTP AT CES 

Makes Any USB Device: Camera, USB Hard Drive, & Flash Drive Wireless
Share with Apple iPad, iPhone, WiFi Devices & the Cloud -
Streams & Transfers Movies, Music, Photos, Documents, etc. without a Computer 

Creates its Own WiFi HotSpot to Wirelessly Deliver USB Device Data
Awarded CES Innovations 2012 Design & Engineering Honoree
 

Fremont, CA, January 7, 2012 -- Sanho Corporation www.hypershop.com, creators of the “Hyper” Line of Apple accessories, portable power and storage products, announced today CloudFTP, a small pocket-sized portable adapter that enables the wireless transfer of movies, music, photos, documents, and other files to the iPad, iPhone, and other WiFi-enabled devices from USB storage devices (cameras, USB hard drives, flash drives, card readers, and other USB mass storage devices, etc.) without using a computer.   

Essential Tool for iDevice & USB Device Users  – Small Enough to Bring Everywhere 

Finally there’s a way to share USB files with iPads, iPhones, the Cloud and other devices that don’t have a USB connection without accessing a computer!  Small enough to bring anywhere, even in your pocket, CloudFTP is the most useful tool available for iPad and iPhone users to easily access their data on USB devices.  CloudFTP creates a WiFi hotspot to stream and transfer data from the most commonly used USB storage devices, turning these devices into a wireless file server.  CloudFTP can also automatically connect to the Internet to backup and synchronize USB data with popular online Cloud storage services, like iCloud, Dropbox and box.net, or it can join an existing WiFi network to share files with other devices on the same network. 

CloudFTP Winner of the CES Innovations Award 

CloudFTP will be displayed for the first time at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at the Sanho Booth #4606, January 10-13, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada, where it will be awarded as an International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree.

“We are honored to win the CES Innovations Honoree award for CloudFTP,” said Daniel Chin, President of Sanho Corporation and Inventor of CloudFTP.  “Almost everyone owns some form of USB storage device, from flash drives to portable hard drives.  With CloudFTP, you can combine the advantages of traditional USB storage with the convenience of the most popular portable consumer electronics products, like the iPad, and the Cloud computing storage.”

CloudFTP Features: 

• Streams movies or music from USB devices to iPads and iPhones (up to 3 different movies on 3 different iPads at the same time).
• Browses pictures stored on digital cameras and memory cards on iPads and iPhones.  Users can choose to save the pictures on iPad/iPhone and upload to Facebook.
• Opens files (PDF, Microsoft Office documents, iWork documents, photos, audio, and videos) stored on the USB device with any iPad/iPhone application.
• Transfers files between iPad/iPhone and USB devices.
• Backs up and syncs data on USB devices with online Cloud storage services (including iCloud, Dropbox, and Box.net) by automatically connecting to the Internet in infrastructure WiFi mode.
• USB port connects to any USB mass storage device (USB hard drives, USB flash drives, USB memory card readers, digital cameras, etc.).
• 5 hours battery life with Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries powers USB port and devices.
• High performance, low power consumption ARM9 microprocessor.
• USB data can be shared over a WiFi Network:  secure wireless IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
• Creates its own wireless network to share and stream media for up to 3 WiFi-enabled devices (iPad, iPhone, & computer, etc.) at the same time.
• Able to join an existing WiFi network to share files with other devices on the same network.
• Dimensions: 2.95" x 2.28" x 0.87" / 75 x 58 x 22mm and weight: 3.8oz / 109g.

Available in February 2012, CloudFTP is priced at $99.95 through Sanho at: www.hypershop.com and major online and retail locations. 

About Sanho Corporation 

Sanho Corporation designs, manufactures and markets IT accessories with a focus on Apple accessories, portable power and storage.  Sanho is committed to developing cutting edge products with a dedicated focus on performance, quality, value and service, with a sales and marketing office in the U.S. in Silicon Valley, California, a production facility near Shanghai, China, and R&D teams in both countries.   

Sanho Product Brands include:

HyperDrive - Portable digital data storage products for Apple devices, digital cameras, & memory cards.
HyperJuice - External batteries for Apple MacBook, iPhone, iPad, iPod, & USB products.
HyperShield - Cases and stylus pens for Apple devices.
HyperThin – World’s thinnest HDMI cables.
HyperShop - Official Online Store. 

For more information, see www.hypershop.com.

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CES BOOTH:

IDEVICES

BOOTH #3826 (North Hall) 

CREATORS OF IGRILL TO INTRODUCE “ISHOWER”

WATER RESISTANT BLUETOOTH SPEAKER AT CES 2012 

 

iShower Bluetooth-Enabled Shower Speaker Features Complete Compatibility to 200 Feet with Virtually any Bluetooth Audio-Streaming Phone, Tablet or Computer, Including iPad, iPhone, iPod & Android 

For Shower, Backyard, Pool or Beach 

 

Maxim Magazine’s “Hometown Hottie” Mayra Tinajero to Appear

at iDevices Booth During CES

 

January 5, 2012, Canton, CT – iDevices, LLC, www.idevicesinc.com the creator of the award-winning iGrill Bluetooth® cooking thermometer at www.iGrillinc.com, announced today iShower www.ishowerinc.com, a water resistant, Bluetooth-enabled speaker that plays music directly from all Apple devices (including iPhones and iPods) and Android devices.  iShower mounts in your shower or can be taken to the beach or pool for up to 15 hours of safe listening.

iShower will be officially launched at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas next week, January 10-13, 2012, iDevices Booth #3826 (North Hall) in the iLounge Pavilion, where iDevices will also be demoing iGrill and iNotebook (to be announced at a future date), plus presenting information about iDevices.  In addition, Maxim Magazine’s “Hometown Hottie” Mayra Tinajero will be appearing at the iDevices booth all week at CES. 

iShower Remembers 5 Bluetooth Pairings

iShower remembers up to 5 Bluetooth pairings, letting users enjoy their favorite music with their preferred  music source in aqua-centric environments that would otherwise potentially harm their device.  Featuring long-range Bluetooth with a 200-foot range, the iShower is easily detachable for use in the backyard, the pool, or even the beach. 

Key features of iShower include:

·        Play/pause/forward/rewind & volume functions.

·        200-foot range -- leave your device anywhere in your home away from potential water damage.

·        15 hours of streaming audio on 3 AA batteries (included).

·        Water resistant.

·        Time of day display.

·        Easy installation (no tools needed).

·        Detaches, easy to use on the go.

·        Standing and hanging options.

·        Optional anti-fog shower mirror.    

Priced at $99.99, iShower is available immediately through iShowerinc.com and select retailers.  iShower comes with 3 AA batteries for 15 hours of music.  For more information, see iShowerinc.com.

iShower is the second in a line of products created by iDevices geared towards the wireless lifestyle. For more information, visit iShowerinc.com or phone: 855-4iShower. 

iShower – Soak in the Sound 

About iDevices 

iDevices LLC is an American consulting  firm that brings new ideas to market and App-enables existing products. In 2010, iDevices successfully developed and launched iGrill, a Bluetooth-enabled cooking thermometer. iGrill connects to iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad via long range Bluetooth connection, allowing the user to monitor and control the iGrill using the free custom iGrill App.

iDevices is currently developing a variety of new products for its own product line while also working in conjunction with other companies through its iDevices Consulting division.  All of these products incorporate Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to all Apple platforms.  

About iDevices Consulting  

iDevices Consulting partners with corporations in the development of App-enabled products for the Apple and Android markets. iDevices also mobilizes middle-market brands by developing affordable, user-friendly Apps from idea to implementation. iDevices handles all aspects of the electrical and industrial design, as well as complete App development. This control ensures projects the highest success rate in the most timely manner possible.  

For more information, see www.iGrillinc.com, iShowerinc.com or www.iDevicesinc.com, phone: 1-888-WE-iGRILL (1-888-934-4745), Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-iGrill-FB-Page/124504680938214?v=wall Twitter: http://twitter.com/iGrillTweets#.

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Photos - Cameras:

UwaterHD3X: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterhd3x.html

Uwater HD3X & Light: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterdx1000.html

Uwater HD3X Camera with Battery Extension: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologieshd3xbattery.html

UwaterHD55: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterhd55.html

UwaterHD77: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesuwaterhd77.html

Photos - Dive Lights:

UwaterDX3000 Dive Light:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesdxdive.html

UwaterDX340/UwaterDX1000/UwaterDX3000:

http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/fitnesstechnologiesdxextreme.html

 

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Thomas PR (631) 549-7575

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CES BOOTH:

FITNESS TECHNOLOGIES 

BOOTH #3018 (North Hall)

 

FITNESS TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES FIRST FULL DAY-

8 HOUR 100% WATERPROOF ACTION CAMERAS &

INDESTRUCTIBLE EXTREME DIVE LIGHTS AT CES

 

Uwater3X Action Camera Line Provides Full HD Video up to 60 FPS

DX Line of Extreme Dive Lights Illuminate the Seas up to 2700 Lumens

at 100 Meters Underwater 

 

Patent-Pending Cameras/Lights for Scuba Diving, Boating, Biking, Surfing, & Outdoor Use –

Uwater Cameras Mount to DX Dive Lights & Helmets 

January 5, 2012, Hackensack NJ -- Fitness Technologies Inc. www.FitnessTechUSA.com, a leading provider of waterproof products, announced today the first line of full-day 8 hour Uwater Action Cameras and DX Extreme Dive Lights rated at 100 Meters underwater. Indestructible, scratch & impact proof, the DX Extreme Dive Lights are the most durable action gear in the industry. 

To be introduced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held in Las Vegas, January 10-13, 2012, by Fitness Technologies Booth #3018, the Uwater HD Action Cam line includes the patent pending UwaterHD3X all-metal extendable 100% waterproof camera rated at 30 Meters (no case needed), the UwaterHD55 camera with 60 Meter waterproof casing, and the UwaterHD77 all-weather camera. The Uwater3X line of action cams provides up to 8 hours of continuous use for a full day of documenting action sports photos or video.    

DX Dive Lights with First Internal Triple-Action Rotational Switching Design 

Also at CES, Fitness Technologies will introduce their new patent pending UwaterDX Line of fully rechargeable Extreme Dive Lights with a 3/8” Polycarbonate luminous super bright lens at up to 2700 lumens for the darkest underwater excursions up to 100 Meters or for night-time outdoor use.  The DX line of lights can be mounted to the Uwater action cams to illuminate underwater for scuba diving, boating, or other waterproof use.  Featuring the first internal triple-action rotational switching design with no external parts, the DX line is unlike other brands that use magnetic switching which tend to rust in salt water over time.  Employing an internal electronic cycle rotation switch for water-tight activation, the DX line is completely safe for life with no potential accidental activation or malfunctions.   

The UwaterDX line also features Radial Heat Sink Technology, invented by aircraft engine manufacturers to remove the heat engines generate thus increasing its efficiencies.  The DX line’s Radial Heat Sink is so effective that it enables the powerful U.S. made CREE LED power source to operate not only in the water, but also outside water using air for cooling.   In addition to about 17% output improvement, the DX Radial Heat Sink significantly increases operating life.   

Uwater Action Cam Features:

·        UwaterHD3X: all metal design, machined aluminum, 100% waterproof underwater to 30 Meters without a case, 5 Megapixels 720P, 30 FPS, includes 32GB card, single button operation, rechargeable, extendable to 8 hours runtime.    

·        UwaterHD55: extra light-weight at 3 ounce, 100% waterproof to 60 Meter underwater case, 8 Megapixels, 720P/1080P, 60 FPS, includes 32GB card, 1.5” Color TFT LCD, Standard Tripod Mount, Rechargeable.   

·        UwaterHD77: 5 Meters underwater without a case, 5 Megapixels, 720P/1080P, 60 FPS, includes 32GB card, 1.5” Color TFT LCD, standard Tripod Mount, Rechargeable.   

·        An assortment of mounting accessories (helmet, bike, board, body) is available with all models. 

·        Pricing:  UwaterHD3X $200, UwaterHD55 $250, UwaterHD77 $250.  

DX Extreme Light Features:

·        3 models:  UwaterDX340, UwaterDX1000, UwaterDX3000.         

·        100 Meters Underwater.

·        No-Rust Triple-Action Rotating Tail Activation Switch - first internal switching design with no external parts.

·        Radial Heat Sink Technology with CREE LED power source.

·        3/8" (9mm) Luminous Polycarbonate Lens.

·        Lights can be mounted to Uwater cameras for underwater or night-time illumination.

·        Maximum output: 340-2700 Lumens

·        Beam range: 825 FT to 3100 FT.

·        Pricing:  starting at $185.

 

All products are available in March through www.fitnesstechusa.com and leading online and retail stores.  

About Fitness Technologies, Inc.

Fitness Technologies Inc., a member of The SAMCO Group, has been enhancing lifestyles with waterproof electronics products since 1996.  Fitness Technologies’ SwimmersChoice FM Radio was the best-selling waterproof radio for over a decade.  The second generation TEMPOG1 and TEMPOG2 were the first smart waterproof MP3 players on the market.  The third generation UWaterG2 & UwaterG4 - the world’s smallest waterproof MP3 players - were developed using feedback from end-users and 15 years experience, as was the UwaterK7 – the world’s smallest waterproof  PLL Radio.  For more information, visit us at CES Booth 3018 North Hall, or email us at info@fitnesstechusa.com, or visit www.FitnessTechUSA.com.

 

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CES 2012 THOMAS PR CLIENT NEWS

NOW SCHEDULING PRESS MEETINGS

FOR “I-PRODUCTS”:

 

 

SolarFocus: Booth #70402 - Venetian Ballroom: winner of CES 2012 Innovation Award, will be introducing the first product in their innovative solar gadget line -- SolarKindle, the world’s first solar e-reader cover. SolarKindle’s unique eco-friendly design features a flexible, lightweight high performance solar panel built into the cover and dual-charging (USB/solar) reserve battery that greatly extends reading time and powers a built-in LED reading light for the best illumination available to continue reading comfortably as long as you wish -- day or night, indoors or outdoors. www.solarmio.com.

 

Sanho - Booth #4606 – North Hall: creators of the “Hyper” Line of products, is launching CloudFTP - winner of the CES 2012 Innovations Award, a portable adapter which turns ANY USB storage device into a wireless file server, sharing files with other WiFi devices (iPads, iPhones, tablets, smartphones, & computers).  www.hypershop.com 

 

Fitness Tech – Booth #3018 - North Hall: developers of the world’s smallest waterproof MP3 player - the UWaterG2, will introduce a new 100% waterproof “UWater” line of full HD action cameras, Bluetooth stereo headsets, Micro PLL FM radios, and extreme diving lights. CEO Opher Pail will be speaking on the Athletes & Weekend Warriors Panel, Tues, Jan 10th at 11:05 AM Room N256, North Hall, 2^nd Fl.  www.fitnesstechusa.com

 

iBike – Booth #3430 – North Hall:  creators of the innovative iBike Dash CC cycling computer, will launch iBike POWERHOUSE, a bicycle-based fitness system that provides a suite of targeted fitness programs.  The iBike POWERHOUSE system includes a weatherproof iPhone case with sensor electronics to measure progress and results.  Hunter Allen, an expert on improving fitness through cycling and one of the world’s most pre-eminent cycling coaches who is assisting in iBike POWERHOUSE fitness program development, will be available for interviews.  CEO John Hamann will be speaking on the Sports and Fitness Panel, Tues, Jan 10th at 11:05 AM Room N256, North Hall, 2^nd Fl. www.iBikeSports.com 

 

iDevices – Booth #3826 – North Hall:  developers of the award-winning iGrill Bluetooth meat thermometer, will introduce iShower, a water resistant, Bluetooth enabled speaker that plays music directly from your Apple and Android devices.  The iShower will mount in your shower or can be taken to the beach or pool. www.idevicesinc.com  

 

Soundmatters – Booth #3728 – North Hall:  developers of the foxL Hi-Fi portable Bluetooth speaker, will introduce the new "FoxLo," a postcard-sized powered subwoofer for use with foxL, Jambox, and other portable and desktop speaker systems. www.soundmatters.com  

 

Kidz Gear – (LV Hilton – contact for appointment):  developer of high-quality children’s headphones and accessories, will be introducing their latest addition to their popular line of Kidz Gear Wired Headphones for Kids.  The newest product now includes an inline remote/mic audio control.  This function is compatible with all Apple iPods, iPhones and iPads as well as other Smartphones, DVD and MP3 music players.  www.gearforkidz.com 

 

Ambient Design – (Contact for Appointment): creators of ArtRage, the most realistic paint app that blends colors naturally, will show new products at CES, including the new ArtRage for iPhone. Artrage is available on iPad, iPhone, Mac & Win. www.artrage.com

 

CONTACT TO SCHEDULE PRESS MEETINGS AT CES:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
Thomas PR

kthomas@thomaspr.com / eyutani@thomaspr.com

631) 549-7575 www.thomas-pr.com

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Thomas PR Signs New Client! SolarFocus - CES Innovations 2012 Design & Engineering Award Honoree for renewable energy solutions with light-weight flexible solar panels to power mobile devices, such as Kindle.

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Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
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foxLO Photos:
foxLO - 2 views: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/soundmattersfoxloviews.html
foxLO and foxL: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/soundmattersfoxlofoxl.html
foxLv2 PLATINUM Photos:
2012 Bluetooth SIG Best of CES Finalist Award Logo for foxLv2 PLATINUM: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/soundmatters2012bestofces.html
foxLv2 PLATINUM Bluetooth (alone): http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/soundmattersfoxlv2platinumalone.html
foxLv2 PLATINUM Bluetooth (alone white background): http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/soundmattersfoxlv2platinumalonewhite.html
Soundmatters Logo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/soundmatterslogo.html 

CES BOOTH – North Hall

Soundmatters # 3728  

SOUNDMATTERS ANNOUNCES “FOXLO” AT CES --

THE WORLD’S FIRST PALM-SIZED HI-FI SUBWOOFER 

Creates the Ultimate Ultra-Compact Portable Full-Range Audio System for iPad, iPhone, Mac/PC, & Other Devices

 Soundmatters Nominated for Bluetooth SIG “Best of CES” Award for Most Innovative Bluetooth Technology 

Reno, NV, January 4, 2012 – Soundmatters® www.soundmatters.com, the leader in high-quality, portable speakers founded by former NASA engineer/audio legend Dr. Godehard Guenther, announced today  foxLO™, the world’s first palm-sized hi-fi subwoofer.  Created by Soundmatters, the company world renowned for stretching the laws of physics with their diminutively sized high-performance foxLv2 line of loudspeakers, foxLO is a true hi-fi subwoofer small enough for your desktop -- or your suitcase.   

foxLO features patented Linear Magnetic Drive™ woofer technology with a proprietary passive radiator system and 25 watt amplification, which brings additional clean deep bass to the already remarkable pocket-sized foxLv2 portable Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth speaker line, taking your foxL Hi-Fi speaker system (or Jambox or other speaker) deeper, creating the ultimate ultra-compact portable full-range audio system for your iPad, iPhone, Mac, PC or other portable device.   The foxLO subwoofer connects directly to the foxLv2 speaker’s convenient subwoofer output, or if you want deeper bass for your small non-foxL speaker (such as those from Jawbone® or others), you can connect the music signal directly from your laptop, etc. to the foxLO subwoofer, using its full pass-through output to connect to the Jambox or other speaker.

“While people are amazed at the overall performance and bass of our little foxL by itself, coupling it with the new foxLO sub creates a truly remarkable full-range system portable enough for any traveling audio-lover,” said Lee Adams, Vice President, Soundmatters. 

 

foxLO Key Features:

·        Patented Linear Magnetic Drive™ woofer with proprietary passive radiator system and 25 watt amplification.

·        USB-­A charging port (for foxL, Jambox, iPhone, etc.).

·        Full pass audio out (3.5mm) provides full-­range signal to speakers without a

subwoofer output.

·        Audio input with variable bass level and power LED.

·        Dimensions: (flat): 2.5h x 4.5w x 6.3d inches (63h x 114w x 160d mm). 

                    (upright): 4h x 2.5w x 6.3d inches (102h x 63w x 160d mm)

·        Weight:  23 oz/651 grams.

·        Includes:  18V Power Supply Adapter, 1.8m audio cable.                    

 

foxLO to be Debuted at CES - Pricing & Availability 

the foxLO subwoofer will be displayed for the first time at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at the Soundmatters Booth #3728, January 10-13, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Priced at $149, foxLO will be available Spring 2012 through major online retailers, including ListenUp.com, Crutchfield.com, Amazon.com and more, as well as through the Soundmatters site at:  www.soundmatters.com.  For more information, see the Soundmatters site at: www.soundmatters.com.  

foxLv2 PLATINUM Nominated for “Best of CES” Award for Most Innovative Bluetooth Technology 

In addition to the foxLO announcement at CES, Soundmatters announces that it has been nominated as Finalist for the Bluetooth SIG “7th annual Best of CES Awards” (with winners to be announced at CES) for the new foxLv2 PLATINUM, the latest speaker system in the award-winning foxL series, which takes “go anywhere” listening to a new level with a trio of new performance features, including advancements in streamed Bluetooth for virtual CD quality music, new audiophile cabling, and extended battery life.   The foxLv2 PLATINUM is the only portable speaker capable of taking full advantage of CSR® apt-X’s dramatic improvement in streamed Bluetooth signal.  “The Bluetooth SIG Best of CES finalists and honorable mentions are shining examples of the many possibilities of Bluetooth technology today,” said Michael Foley, Ph.D., executive director, Bluetooth SIG. “If you’re looking for the most innovative Bluetooth technology has to offer, look no further than this year’s finalists.”
 

About foxLv2 Line of Portable Speakers 

The foxLv2 line of portable speakers has won numerous industry awards and accolades, including Time Magazine’s “Top 10 Gadgets of the Year.”  Sound & Vision said it is “the absolute best gift ever for the audiophile…fundamentally changes how and where we can enjoy great sound…it’s that good!” And CNN said, “So, travelers of all stripes, or any of you looking for a small system for your room or office that can fit in your pocket and go for a good long time on a full charge, this is ultimate gear.”   

About Soundmatters 

Soundmatters International, Inc. www.soundmatters.com was founded in 1998 by physicist, former NASA engineer, and audio design legend Dr. Godehard Guenther.  A world-renowned pioneer in the field of audio, Dr. Guenther introduced many firsts to the audio market, including the world’s first in-wall speaker; in-wall subwoofer; component loudspeaker for car hi–fi; switching power supply for car hi–fi; multi–channel car amplifier; hi–fi television monitor; and first complete digital time-delay system for surround sound. 

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CES BOOTH

iBIKE #3430 - NORTH HALL

 

VELOCOMP INTRODUCES IBIKE POWERHOUSE FOR IPHONE/IPOD TOUCH AT CES --

 

World’s First Intelligent Cycling Computer that Automatically Adjusts to Your Exercise Goals

 

Featuring Fitness Plans “iSlim,” “Kid Fit,” “Brazilian Butt,” & More

Designed by Hunter Allen, the Foremost Power-Cycling Coach in the World

 

January 3, 2012 – Boca Raton, FL – Velocomp www.ibikesports.com, a leading sports technology company and creator of the iBike Dash CC Cycling Computer, introduced today iBike^® POWERHOUSE^TM, the world’s first intelligent cycling computer that automatically adjusts

to your exercise goals.  Based on periodic assessments of your fitness improvements, the revolutionary iBike POWERHOUSE works with your iPhone and iPod touch to measure, guide and motivate you to achieve important health, appearance, and fitness goals. The POWERHOUSE method maximizes the benefit of each ride and shortens the time needed to achieve results.

 

To be introduced on January 10^th at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2012) in Las Vegas, NV, Booth #3430, iBike POWERHOUSE combines iBike’s patented power measurement and analysis technologies with automatically-adjusting, goal-oriented cycling plans -- all delivered through the incredible display and computing power of the iPhone/iPod touch. 

 

Choose Your Goal-Based Plan – iBike POWERHOUSE Guides You Step-by-Step

 

Working out with iBike POWERHOUSE is easy.  Select a goal-based plan, from “iSlim,” “Express Fitness,” “Brazilian Butt,” “Kid Fit,” “Weekend Warrior,” “Zero to 50 miles in 3 weeks,” and “Healthy Heart” -- just some of the plans available through in-app purchases.  Then, over a period of 4-6 weeks, iBike POWERHOUSE guides you through a series of 45-90 minute bike rides.  During each ride, you are directed to pedal at specific levels of effort (power), customized to the plan’s goals and your measured fitness level.  So, a “couch potato” will start out at a challenging but lower level of effort, whereas a fitter cyclist will start the same plan at a significantly higher level of effort.  

 

Fitness Plans Designed by Power-Cycling Coach Hunter Allen

 

iBike POWERHOUSE’s fitness plans are designed by Hunter Allen, the world’s foremost power-cycling coach.  Allen’s plans have been proven over nearly 20 years of coaching cyclists at all levels -- from beginner to world class.  And, in addition to the structured ride information for each plan, videos are included with tips from Allen for getting the most out of your cycling.  

 

iBike POWERHOUSE is a complete system, including:

 

·        A water/shock resistant case for the iPhone/iPod touch.

·        Patented electronics that perform all cycling measurements, including power.

·        An app that interacts with iBike’s electronics.

·        A wireless speed/cadence sensor.

·        Universal mounting system.

·        The ability to listen to music or take phone calls while cycling

 

“The iBike POWERHOUSE is the only product that creates cycling plans customized to your fitness level and goals, and that automatically adjusts as you improve”, said John Hamann, CEO, Velocomp.  “iBike POWERHOUSE is a must for anyone who owns a bike and who wants to achieve measurable improvement towards health and fitness goals.”

 

Priced at $269 MSRP, iBike POWERHOUSE includes the case, electronics, POWERHOUSE app, speed/cadence sensor, iSlim Plan, and mounting system. Additional fitness plans are available in-app, priced at $9.99 each.  iBike POWERHOUSE is fully compatible with all bicycle ANT+ HR sensors.   For more information, see www.ibikesports.com.

 

About Velocomp - First to Deliver Precision Measurement and Expert Guidance for Outstanding Sports Performance

 

Velocomp, LLP is a sports technology company based in Boca Raton, Florida. The first in the bicycle industry to deliver advanced power measurement at a mainstream price, Velocomp is dedicated to product breakthroughs in the areas of performance, measurement, design, and value.  Launched in June

2006, iBike^® power meters are being enjoyed worldwide by cyclists of all levels.  In 2010, Velocomp introduced the iBike Dash, the first complete bicycle system for the iPhone and iPod touch. For more information, see www.iBikeSports.com. 

 

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FRANKFURTER RUNDSCHAU NEWSPAPER NAMES THE GREAT KAT'S "WAGNER'S WAR" CD "THE BEST RECORDS 2011"

 By Frankfurter Rundschau Newspaper (Germany)

 

"THE BEST RECORDS 2011"!

"The best music of 2011: The Great Kat: Wagner’s War, Tpr Music/Cargo"

 

 

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Thomas PR Signs Sanho, Creator of the “Hyper” Line of products and CloudFTP, which Turns Any USB Storage Device into a Wireless File Server, Sharing files with other WiFi Enabled Devices (iPads, iPhones, Computers) - Exhibiting at CES Booth #4606 www.sanho.com

 

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NY Post Features Thomas PR Clients SensoGlove, Kidz Gear Headphones & Speakal’s iHog

NY Post

 

LAST MINUTE GIFT GUIDE

All Wrapped Up
If you're still stumped for ideas, we have inspiration for everyone on your list.

 

iHog portable speaker

$149.99, speakal.com
It's fat, it's loud, it's so 2012. The iHog is a pig-shaped indoor/outdoor iPod/iPhone docking station. Comes in pink, white or black. Rechargeable battery lasts eight hours.

Kidz Gear wireless car headphones.
$34.99, gearforkidz.com

Children should be seen and not heard - on road trips, anyway. These headphones boast adult-quality sound but have no wires to yank, tangle or absent-mindedly chew. Has extra-wide headband, small ear cups and on-ear volume control. - JG

 

SensoGlove digital golf glove

$89, sensoglove.com

Sensor-packed leather glove records your stroke where it matters-in the hand. Links with iPhone, natch. - Joseph Gallivan

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ARTRAGE FOR IPHONE FUN PAINTING APP NOW LAUNCHED
 
Based on ArtRage Studio Pro Advanced Painting Realistic Technology with Special Introductory Pricing of $.99 -- Cool Tool Lets Users Paint on Their iPhone Everywhere They Go
 
Highly Anticipated ArtRage for iPhone Available for iPhone 4 or Later
 

December 15, 2011, San Francisco, CA – Ambient Design www.artrage.com, the leading award-winning creator of realistic art painting software for Mac & Windows, launched today ArtRage for iPhone powerful physical paint simulation software for the iPhone 4 or later.  Based on the award-winning ArtRage Studio and Studio Pro, ArtRage for iPhone provides an unprecedented creative experience on the go that lets users of all skill levels explore natural painting on the iPhone for a live simulation of the properties of real paint. 

Express Your Artistic Side with Your iPhone 

Priced at only $.99 for a limited time, ArtRage for iPhone lets users express their artistic side with their iPhone with easy to use painting and drawing tools that work like the real thing.  It not only places color on a canvas, but it also keeps track of how much paint there is and how “wet” it is, so colors can blend under the brush.  It also incorporates canvas grain and drier pigment textured effects and allows Layers to be added to the painting so users can work on individual elements without damaging others.  Photos can be imported to smear around like oil paint or used as a Tracing Image that can be overlaid on the canvas. 

Designed Specifically for the iPhone - Actual Live Simulation of Properties of Real Paint 

Designed specifically for the iPhone, ArtRage for iPhone is compact, maximizing the creative space without hiding critical functions, such as tool and color selection. As the user paints, controls move out of the way so they don’t have to stop and manually adjust panels.  In addition, with support for Multi-Touch gestures, important shortcuts are also available without the need of any interface.  “ArtRage for iPhone fits the iPhone perfectly as a painting platform,” said Matthew Fox-Wilson, Creative Director, Ambient Design.  “It’s not special effects software, it’s an actual live simulation of the properties of real paint.”
 

Demos of ArtRage for iPhone at CES 2012 Available 

The different versions of ArtRage will be shown interacting across iOS, Mac OSX, and Windows platforms at CES 2012, Las Vegas, January 10-13, 2012 at a private suite to be announced.  Please contact Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR to schedule an appointment kthomas@thomaspr.com / eyutani@thomaspr.com.   

ArtRage for iPhone Features:

 Real Oil Color:

- Oil Brush with thickness and smearing.

- High quality strokes respect the volume of paint on the canvas, letting artists play with texture as well as color.

- Palette Knife for spreading and blending pigment.

- Paint Tube for laying down thick blobs of oil. 

Sketching Tools that Interact with the Canvas:

- Pencil for sketching or shading.

- Eraser and Flood Fill.

- Each tool comes with a set of variant types for different effects.

- Inking Pen with auto-smoothing for crisp illustration.

- Crayon for waxy shaded lines. 

Tracing Images:

- Export PNG or JPG by email, or export to the Photos App.

- Import photos to a new file or a layer.

- Use the camera as a source for New Files, References, Layers, or Tracing Images. 

Layers:

- Add Layers to the canvas with easy adjustment of opacity and visibility. 

Easy Access to Tools & Colors:

- Easy access pods in the corners provide important functionality without getting in the way.

- Elements vanish as the user paints so they can paint underneath without having to stop.

- Multi-Touch provides instant shortcuts for canvas manipulation and Brush Size.

- Quick Reference and Help cover the basics of the application.

- Tap and drag tool selection allows tool selection in one quick gesture.

 - Unlimited Undo/Redo. 

ArtRage for iPhone works with iPhone 4 and later phones and is available immediately priced at $.99 for a limited time (normally priced at $1.99) at: http://www.artrage.com/artrage-iphone.html.  In addition, there are versions of ArtRage for iPad with sale pricing of $4.99 (normally $6.99) available from the Apple iTunes Store and more advanced desktop versions of ArtRage 3.5 Studio and Studio Pro for Mac and Windows, with sale pricing of $19.90 (normally $39.99) and $49.90 (normally $79.90) respectively available at www.artrage.com (see comparison chart at: http://www2.ambientdesign.com/files/artrage_product_comparison.pdf).  For more information, see website:  www.artrage.com, Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/artrage, and YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/user/artragetv. 

About Ambient Design Ltd.

 

Ambient Design Ltd. is a New Zealand-based global software development and publishing firm, specializing in creative applications and user interfaces for artists of all ages and all levels of competency, including professionals, hobbyists and students. The principals have over 40 years experience in combining complex image processing algorithms with an easily accessible user experience. Ambient Design Ltd. was founded in 2000 by Andy Bearsley and Matt Fox-Wilson, formerly of MetaCreations, the developer of Painter, Bryce and Kai’s Power Tools.  Ambient Design’s products are available in 12 languages and have been downloaded over 10 million times.  For more information, see www.artrage.com.

 

ArtRage, Ambient Design and the BrushMan logo are trademarks of Ambient Design Ltd. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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SENSOGLOVE ANNOUNCES NEW ADVANCED VERSION
OF THE WORLD’S FIRST DIGITAL GOLF GLOVE
 
Now Features Longer Battery Life & Increased Sensitivity –
Improvements Based on Feedback from International PGA Professionals
Corrects “Death Grip” for Better, More Accurate & Powerful Golf Swing
 
GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT FOR GOLF LOVERS OF ALL LEVELS 

December 13, 2011, Aachen, Germany – Sensosolutions www.sensoglove.com, a leading provider of innovative IT systems for sports analysis, motion and performance measurement, announced today a new version of SensoGlove, the world’s first digital golf glove.  The new advanced SensoGlove now offers a longer battery life and increased sensitivity for a more accurate pressure read to ensure a consistently smooth and powerful golf swing for greater distance and lower scores.  Just in time for the holidays, the new version of SensoGlove was created based on feedback from international PGA professionals.

Audio & Visual Feedback at 80 Times per Second 

SensoGlove features a small, sweat-proof 1.2-inch LED digital monitor that analyzes the pressure of the swing through highly responsive sensors placed throughout the glove.  Just swing the golf club to receive real-time audio and visual feedback at 80 times per second by the small sensors that warn you if you exceed your target level of grip pressure.  The patented SensoGlove even shows you which fingers are gripping too tightly, so you can adjust your grip accordingly. 

Made of the highest quality cabretta leather, SensoGlove is the perfect gift for golf lovers or those that want to learn golf or improve their game.  Everyone that has tried to learn golf knows how hard it is to achieve the perfect light grip necessary to swing the club correctly every time.  SensoGlove works as your own personal golf trainer, showing you the correct way to grip the club, thereby avoiding bad habits and injury.  With SensoGlove, all golfers (from beginner to advanced), can quickly learn how to hold the club, improving every part of their game, from backswing, downswing, impact, follow-through, to driving, putting, and chipping.   

Right & Left Hand Gloves Available for Men and Women 

The new version of SensoGlove is available immediately online at www.sensoglove.com and through distributors, sales partners, and golf schools around the world for men and women in right or left hand configurations, sizes small to x-large, priced at $89 (replacement gloves are available for $22.48).   Made of cabretta leather, the built-in digital monitor can be removed to use SensoGlove as a regular golf glove.  For more information, please visit www.sensoglove.com. 

ABOUT SENSOSOLUTIONS 

Sensosolutions GmbH is a leading German-based company specializing in the development of highly innovative IT systems for sports analysis, motion, and performance measurement.  Sensosolutions is the creator of SensoGlove, the first and only golf glove with built-in sensors that constantly read the pressure of your grip.  SensoGlove teaches you the correct grip pressure for a smooth, consistent swing that delivers greater distance, enhanced precision and lower scores.  For more information, see www.sensoglove.com.

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Wired's GeekDad Gift Guide for Geek Dads Feature Thomas PR Clients SensoGlove & iBike
 

By Tony Sims, Wired

GeekDad’s Gift Guide for Geek Dads

 

By Tony Sims
December 8, 2011 | 6:30 am

Sure, we show lots of geeky gifts that entertain the inner child and the actual children, but what about that gift for the dads? Well, here is a selection of gifts for the dads out there, each of which has its own geek cred.

 

Senso Golf Glove

A great holiday gift for golf lovers is the SensoGlove. This digital golf glove teaches you how to play golf better and avoid bad habits. Its built-in digital sensors continuously read the user’s grip pressure to ensure a consistently accurate, smooth and powerful golf swing. Made of cabretta leather, SensoGlove from Sensosolutions lets everyone quickly learn how to hold the club, improving every part of their game, from backswing, downswing, impact, follow-through, to driving, putting, and chipping. I live on a golf course, so I jumped at the chance to try out a product that could help my swing. While it does not give you tips on your hip positioning, it does alert you to the correct grip pressure for the current club.

 

iBike Dash with Coach

The iBike Dash transforms your iPhone into an amazing bike computer. It includes a water and shock resistant case that works with any iPhone and a universal mount that securely attaches the case to any bike. Also included with iBike Dash is the iBike Coach app that tracks cycling speed, distance, time, and displays maps while you are riding! And after your ride, share your ride exploits with friends and other cyclists with a free, six-month premium subscription to Strava.com.

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IGRILL COOKING THERMOMETER NOW PART OF

OMAHA STEAKS’ “STEAK TIME” FREE IPHONE APP

 

iGrill Provides “Steak Time” App the Ability to Cook by Temperature as Well as Time

December 8, 2011, Canton, CT – iDevices, LLC, the creator of the award-winning iGrill Bluetooth® cooking thermometer at www.igrillinc.com, announced today the integration of the iGrill functionality into the Omaha Steaks’ “Steak Time” iPhone app.  “Steak Time,” Omaha Steaks’ free app which debuted earlier this year, provides the tools for preparing and serving the perfect steak every time.   iGrill, a temperature probe cooking thermometer with a long range Bluetooth® connection, has been integrated seamlessly to upgrade the Steak Time app, now giving the user the ability to cook by temperature, as well as by time.   

The iGrill function enhances the “Steak Time” app by allowing the user to monitor the internal temperature of the items being grilled or smoked up to a distance of more than 200 feet, making it ultra-convenient for slow roasting and smoking food preparation.  

Key Features of the iGrill-enabled “Steak Time” App from Omaha Steaks include: 

·        Multiple cooking timers and temperature tools allow users to set food preparation timers directly from within recipes and view active times and temperatures from anywhere in the app.

·        Conversation cards feature provides a host of interesting facts and questions to help liven up the dinner discussion.

·        Social media integration allows users to share recipes and tips with their friends on Facebook and Twitter.  It also allows Facebook users to see their friend’s posts on a world map showing locations.

·        “Buy Now” buttons appear in grocery lists allowing them to purchase Omaha Steaks products. 

·        Ability to browse the Omaha Steaks store from within the app.   

Priced at $99.99, iGrill is available in black or white through iGrillinc.com, Apple stores & online, Radio Shack, Walmart and Best Buy.  In addition, iGrill is now available in Apple stores in Europe.  iGrill comes with two iGrill probes and display unit equipped with long-range Bluetooth®, 4 AA batteries, and two free useful iGrill Apps downloadable on iTunes.  

The “Steak Time” App is available for free from the App Store on iPod touch, iPhone and iPad, or at www.itunes.com/appstore.  “Steak Time” users can purchase the iGrill temperature probe directly through a link within the “Steak Time” app.  

iGrill is the first in a line of products created by iDevices geared towards the Apple lifestyle. For more information, visit www.iGrillinc.com phone: 1-888-WE-iGRILL(1-888-934-4745).   

iGrill – Now You’re Cooking! 

About iDevices 

iDevices develops App-enabled products that incorporate wireless connectivity to Apple devices.  In 2010, iDevices successfully developed and launched iGrill, a Bluetooth-enabled cooking thermometer. iGrill connects to iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad via long range Bluetooth connection, allowing the user to monitor and control the iGrill using the free custom iGrill App.  

iDevices is currently developing a variety of new products for its own product line while also working in conjunction with other companies through its iDevices Consulting division.  All of these products incorporate Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to all Apple platforms.  

About iDevices Consulting  

iDevices Consulting partners with companies, inventors, and developers to App-enable their products and bring new ideas to market. Through iDevices’ own product development, the company has gained extensive experience in every stage of development, allowing them to bring products to market in a very efficient manner.  iDevices handles all aspects of the electrical and industrial design, as well as complete App development. This control ensures projects the highest success rate in the most timely manner possible.  

For more information, see www.iGrillinc.com or www.iDevicesinc.com, phone: 1-888-WE-iGRILL (1-888-934-4745), Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-iGrill-FB-Page/124504680938214?v=wall Twitter: http://twitter.com/iGrillTweets#. 

About Omaha Steaks 

Omaha Steaks, founded in 1917, is an Omaha, Nebraska-based, fifth-generation, family-owned company that markets and distributes a wide variety of the finest quality USDA-approved, grain fed beef and gourmet foods. Today, Omaha Steaks is recognized as the nation’s largest direct response marketer of premium beef, available to customers by calling 1-800-960-8400, online at www.OmahaSteaks.com or at retail stores nationwide.

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KMI INTRODUCES NEXT-GENERATION “3D MULTI-TOUCH”
PORTABLE IPAD-SIZED MUSIC CONTROLLER
 
QuNeo Music Software/Hardware Pad Controller for DJs, VJs, DIY Hackers,
& Electronic Musicians
 
QuNeo Goes Viral -- Takes Kickstarter by Storm
 

December 8, 2011, Berkeley, CA -- Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) www.keithmcmillen.com, a leading developer of innovative hardware and software technology that connects people to their computers, announced today the next generation of music software and hardware controllers for electronic musicians, DJs, VJs and DIY hackers, the QuNeo 3D Multi-Touch Controller.  

“3D Multi-Touch” Technology for Pressure, Velocity & Location, Swipes and Pinching 

Redefining music production and performance, QuNeo (pronounced kyoo-ne-oh) covers all of the functionality of other controllers, while adding the power of extra dimensions.  Quneo provides 27 pads, sliders and rotary sensors with 3D Multi-Touch recognition for pressure, velocity, and location sensitivity, which allows musicians playing electronic sounds to change their timbre (quality, brightness and volume) the harder or softer they are played by simply varying touch pressure. The pads are also responsive to X (left - right) and Y (up - down) and recognize multiple gestures for pinching and swiping. 

Previously with first generation products, controlling music software and hardware was limited.  You could only hit a pad, twist a knob or push a button to manipulate sounds and effects.  KMI has resolved these restrictions with its innovative next generation line of Multi-Touch controllers:  SoftStep, 12 Step, and now QuNeo, that transforms musical intent into audio through physical control of 3D Multi-touch sensor technology.    

Fits with iPad Accessories – 251 Multi-Color LEDs Provide Feedback 

QuNeo is built for portability.  A low-cost iPad-shaped music controller, it fits in iPad accessories and cases, such as clips, stands and more, providing greater physical control than an iPad.  In addition, its remarkable LED Light Feedback lumination scheme combines variably diffusive elastomers with 251 multi-color LEDs for visual feedback that is immediately responsive and delightfully informative.
 

Going Viral on Kickstarter with Record Setting Pre-Sales - Hitting Funding Goal in Just 36 Hours

Musicians desire a true Multi-Touch physical controller to perform and produce music effectively.  QuNeo has fulfilled that need, exciting musicians world-wide, with a viral campaign on Kickstarter.com -- the first time that a music technology company has utilized the crowd-sourced funding of Kickstarter to pre-launch and fund the production of a product.  In a matter of a few days, QuNeo has generated record setting pre-sales for a music technology company using a Kickstarter funding campaign, hitting its funding goal in just 36 hours.  With 32 days left on the project, QuNeo is over 400% funded and has hundreds of backers.  The KMI QuNeo Kickstarter Campaign is enabling electronic musicians, DJs, VJs, and DIY hackers the opportunity to get in on the ground floor and order through a pledge of just $200.

“Great musical instruments push back and convey a sense of the physical.  They have depth and dimension and show you what they know.  We have developed sophisticated and innovative sensor technologies for musicians that enable this next generation of musical instruments - Controllerism 2.0,” said KMI founder Keith McMillen.

QuNeo Features:

·        The Size of an iPad:  QuNeo is the size of an iPad 2 and fits in iPad accessories such as clips, stands and more.

• 3D Tactile Pads, Sliders, Rotary Sensors and Switches:  27 pads, sliders and rotary sensors that are pressure, velocity, and location sensitive, with 17 switches responding to how hard you press.

• LED Light Feedback:  a remarkable lumination scheme combines variably diffusive elastomers with 251 multi-color variable brightness LEDs providing visual feedback that is immediately responsive and delightfully informative.

• Class Compliant and Open Source Development Kit:  QuNeo works with USB, MIDI or OSC and will communicate with your favorite music software environments right out of the box.  More advanced users and programmers can download the development kit to create their own code to respond to QuNeo’s sensor data.

“Game changer!  Prepare to be blown away,” said Skratchworx, a leading DJ blog.  “Looking like a big touch pad, the QuNeo is in fact a thin physical iPad sized controller, resplendent with low profile tactile pads.  Now you might think that such controls might not do very much, but each of the controls is ‘pressure, velocity and location sensitive.’ Is it OK to say nextlevelness this time?” 

“The addition of actual pressure/velocity sensing and a design that gives you some tactile feedback on where the controls are, would set it apart from a device like the iPad, which has no such usable pressure response and an undifferentiated surface,” – Createdigitalmusic.com, leading electronic music blog.

Available March 2012, QuNeo is priced at $200 for pre-sale at Kickstarter.com at:  http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kmi/quneo-multi-touch-open-source-midi-and-usb-pad-con.

About KMI 

Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) is a private company based in Berkeley, California that develops innovative hardware and software technology that connects and controls computer applications in the music, gaming, video, ergonomic and assistive technology industries.  Visit KMI on the web at www.keithmcmillen.com.

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NY Times on iGrill "Tech Gifts for the Kitchen, Bath & More"

By Claire Cain Miller, New York Times
 

A Tech Gift for the Kitchen, and for the Bath...

THE gadget-obsessed spend a lot of time thinking about the living room, especially this time of year, when new devices for watching television and movies and listening to music are destined to take up prime real estate under the Christmas tree.

But what about the other rooms in the house?

For the people on your holiday list who prefer to entertain themselves cooking, reading, gardening or lounging in bed, here are Internet-connected gadgets and other tech gift ideas that go beyond the living room.
 

Another Internet-connected cooking gadget, the iGrill cooking thermometer ($100), has home chefs aflutter, including Chris Grundy, host of the DIY Network’s “Cool Tools.”

Download the free app on an Apple device and the thermometer will notify your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad when the turkey has reached the right temperature, so you can attend to your guests (and keep the oven closed.)

“I want my steak done to perfection, but I don’t want to stand around the grill and miss the party,” Mr. Grundy said. “That’s why the iGrill is the perfect gift.”
 

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Wired Features Thomas PR Clients foxL & iGrill on iPad Accessory Gift Guide by Tony Sims
 

By Tony Sims, Wired

GeekDad iPad Accessory Gift Guide
 

By Tony Sims November 29, 2011 | 6:30 am | Categories: Electronic Geek, Hacking the Holidays, Toys and Technology

Okay, so you have the iPad – now what? Apple made this product that can be so more than a tool to check email with, so what do you want to do with it? Maybe you have someone on your shopping list that loves their iPad and you would like to get them something to go with it. Fear not, I am here to help. Here are a few recommended geeky gadgets. Clicking the included links will take you to sites for more information and purchase. Most products are also available at Apple Stores and Amazon.


For the music lover – foxLv2 Bluetooth

The foxLv2 is a pocket-sized speaker that audio purists will love. It has Bluetooth connectivity and a lithium-ion battery so you can bring the highly portable foxLv2 hi-fi audio speaker wherever you bring your iPad or other device: on the road, at work for presentations, to play music at parties, watch movies in the living room, tailgate at football games, and much more. It is incredibly small at 5.6” wide x 2.2” high x 1.4” deep, and the foxLv2 features a full range of audio output from 80Hz – 20kHz with real bass for amazingly good music in a tiny package that fits with your portable lifestyle.


For the foodie – the iGrill

The iGrill is a Bluetooth cooking thermometer that reads temperatures ranging from 40F (0C) to 400F (204C)). It comes with two probes, which lets you monitor two pieces of meat simultaneously. The free iGrill App advises what temperature you should be aiming for the different types of meats, letting you know approximately how much time is remaining before your food is ready.
 

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Wired on iHog iPod Docking Station Speaker System “Perfect for kids who like to take their tunes outdoors, to a friend’s house or even to another room, without having to worry about lugging along a power brick and finding a free outlet,” by Brad Moon
 

By Brad Moon, Wired

"iHog...Speaker Docks Worth Considering For Your Music Loving Kid"
By Brad Moon November 28, 2011 | 7:45 am | Categories: Electronic Geek, Everything Else

 

Speaker docks are one of the more popular accessories for portable gadgets, especially those that are capable of playing music. The market for iPod, iPad, and iPhone speaker docks in particular has grown exponentially in the past decade. One side effect of this ever expanding offering is that there is now an incredible range of speaker docks available for iOS devices (and others — although the reality of the situation is that the majority of these products ship with Apple dock connectors, using an AUX/headphone jack combo to accommodate everything else), so getting a reasonably-priced, compact speaker dock for the kids, for example, doesn’t have to mean giving up on decent sound capability. There are also a wide variety of form factors available as well, many of which appeal more to the whimsical side. Today, I’m looking at two inexpensive speaker docks that would make great gifts for the tween or teen in your life...an iHog system from Speakal.
 

iHog From Speakal

iHog in white from Speakal
My tween daughter is a big fan of this system. I have a sizable collection of audio gear lying around the house, including a number of speaker docks, not to mention a steady parade of review products. For the most part her reaction to even the most impressive of these is a pretty solid “meh” even though she’s getting pretty into music — which is probably a good thing, because I’m not forking over $500 for a sound system for her room. The iHog, however, made an impression. She really liked the funky white pig with the glowing green mouth.

In terms of specs, the iHog is pretty good value for the money. The 4.2 pound white plastic unit sports a 20 Watt subwoofer (there is a manual bass adjustment for the subwoofer to move between “solid” and “booming”) and four other speakers giving it a decent range and volume capability for something so compact. The total power output is 28 Watts, more than sufficient to fill a child’s bedroom. The iOS dock allows the iHog to charge supported Apple devices and it does offer a 3.5mm AUX input to hook up anything from a non-Apple smart phone to a TV or portable gaming system. Combined with the included remote, controlling my daughter’s iPod Touch from across the room was easy. For manual control, the iHog’s “ears” double as touch sensitive volume buttons, while there are touch sensitive controls on the front of the unit for controlling play functions. The iHog also packs a rechargeable battery, good for 6 hours or more of portable music. Perfect for kids who like to take their tunes outdoors, to a friend’s house or even to another room, without having to worry about lugging along a power brick and finding a free outlet.

I only had two quibbles with the system. The dock connector blocks the iPod Touch/iPhone Home button, making it difficult to switch functions while the device is docked. The other issue was bass and treble controls, which are accessible only with the remote — lose the remote and and you’ll have to rely on your device’s built-in EQ settings to tailor the sound.

Available in White or Pink, iHog retails for $149.99 through Speakal, although at the time of writing, they were available through Amazon for $118.29.

Wired: Pretty good sound for the price, built-in rechargeable battery a big bonus, glowing green mouth adds to the funky appeal, touch sensitive controls make it easy to clean (fewer nooks and crevices), dock holds iOS devices snugly and recharges them.

Tired: Would be nice to have manual bass and treble controls, dock blocks iPhone/iPod Touch Home button.

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Girls’ Life Features Speakal’s iHog!
 

By Girls' Life

Holiday Hits Giveaway

Saturday 3

1 rocker goes hog-wild for an iHog speaker with iPod docks from Speakal $140

 

Been good this year? We thought so! So why wait for Santa to shimmy down the chimney? We're gifting you our favorite girlies-YOU!-with fab goodies all December long.

To Enter-Log on to girlslife.com - Look for the WIN TODAY box-Click on the prize and enter-Check the WINNERS' LIST each Friday-ENTER AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT!-US residents only.

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SOUNDMATTERS ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY SALE ON FOXLV2
AUDIO PURIST PORTABLE SPEAKER
 
$149 FOXLV2 SPEAKER IS IDEAL MATCH FOR NEW KINDLE FIRE

Holiday Sale Available Cyber Monday November 28 - December 31, 2011 –
“Absolute best gift of all time for audiophiles” -- Sound & Vision magazine

Reno, NV, November 23, 2011 – Soundmatters www.soundmatters.com, the leader in high-quality, portable speakers founded by former NASA engineer/audio legend Dr. Godehard Guenther, announced today the $149 holiday sale for the foxL^TMv2 purist non-Bluetooth ultimate portable, available from Cyber Monday, November 28 through December 31, 2011.  The perfect match for the new Kindle Fire, which offers a great picture but inadequate speakers, the foxLv2 pumps up the volume with superior sound quality in a small package.  The Kindle Fire’s lack of Bluetooth makes it an ideal match for the foxLv2, which connects to the Kindle Fire and other devices through the included audio cable.

12 Hours or More of Battery Life - Amazingly Good Hi-Fi Music in a Tiny Package 

The foxLv2 is the first pocket-sized speaker that audio purists love, with a range of unique sound features, such as foxL’s patented “Twoofers,” “BassBattery,” and other technologies that provide a smoother deeper bass and an “open & airy” listening experience.  The foxLv2 now offers up to 12 hours (or more) of battery life making it a great travel companion.  A great gift for the holidays, you can bring the highly portable foxLv2 hi-fi audio speaker wherever you bring your Kindle Fire, iPad, or other device:  on the road, at work for presentations, to play music at parties, watch movies in the living room, tailgate at football games, and much more.  Priced at only $149 and incredibly small at 5.6” wide x 2.2” high x 1.4” deep, the foxLv2 features a full range of audio output from 80Hz – 20kHz with real bass for amazingly good music in a tiny package that fits with your portable lifestyle.   

foxLv2 Features: 

• Highest-fidelity with pocket-sized portability.

• Connects to any music source via standard audio cable.

• 12 hours battery life (or more), output wattage increases when wall-powered.

• Lithium-ion BassBattery™ re-chargable via USB or wall charger.

• Output for optional powered subwoofer.

• Universal Power Travel Adapter Kit included (for US/Japan, Europe/China, UK/HK, and Australia).

Pricing & Availability 

The foxLv2 is priced at $149 from November 28 until December 31, 2011 (normally priced at $169), available immediately through major online retailers, including ListenUp.com, MusicDirect.com, Amazon.com and more, as well as through the Soundmatters site at:  www.soundmatters.com.  It comes with the portable speaker, re-chargeable built-in woofer/battery, universal AC power charger, four international charger adapters (for US, Japan, Europe/China, UK/HK, and AU/NZ), USB computer charging cable, stereo 3.5mm audio cable, wrist strap, travel pouch, anti-slip mat,  and manual.  An optional bike mount is also available. Soundmatters provides a wireless Bluetooth version with speakerphone capability, the foxLv2 Bluetooth, priced at $199.  

Award-Winning foxL Line of Portable Speakers 

The foxLv2 line of portable speakers has won numerous industry awards and accolades, including Time Magazine’s “Top 10 Gadgets of the Year.”  Sound & Vision said it is “the absolute best gift ever for the audiophile…fundamentally changes how and where we can enjoy great sound…it’s that good!” And CNN said, “So, travelers of all stripes, or any of you looking for a small system for your room or office that can fit in your pocket and go for a good long time on a full charge, this is ultimate gear.”   

For more information, see the Soundmatters site at: www.soundmatters.com.  

About Soundmatters 

Soundmatters International, Inc. www.soundmatters.com was founded in 1998 by physicist, former NASA engineer, and audio design legend Dr. Godehard Guenther.  A world-renowned pioneer in the field of audio, Dr. Guenther introduced many firsts to the audio market, including the world’s first in-wall speaker; in-wall subwoofer; component loudspeaker for car hi–fi; switching power supply for car hi–fi; multi–channel car amplifier; hi–fi television monitor; and first complete digital time-delay system for surround sound.  Through Soundmatters, Dr. Guenther is dedicated to developing exceptional performance audio products that enhance, rather than complicate consumer’s lifestyles.

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iGrill Apron - Kiss the Cook: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/idevicesigrilllaproncook.html 
iGrill Apron - Love Mom's Cooking: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/idevicesigrilllapronmom.html 
iGrill Apron - World's Best Chef: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/idevicesigrilllapronchef.html 
iGrill Apron - World's Best Dad: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/idevicesigrilllaprondad.html 
 

 
IGRILL BLACK FRIDAY GIVEAWAY:
GET A FREE IGRILL APRON WITH PURCHASE OF IGRILL – PLUS FREE SHIPPING
 

Great for Thanksgiving Turkey -

Choose from iGrill Apron Covers:  “I Love My Mom’s Cooking,”
“World’s Best Chef,” “Kiss the Cook,” or “World’s Best Dad” 

Canton, CT, November 22, 2011 – iDevices, LLC www.idevicesinc.com, the creator of the award-winning iGrill Bluetooth cooking thermometer at www.igrillinc.com, announced today their Black Friday Special Promo Giveaway of a FREE iGrill Apron cover (value: $19.99) with every iGrill Bluetooth meat thermometer purchased at www.iGrillinc.com!  Choose from iGrill Apron covers:  “I Love My Mom’s Cooking,” “World’s Best Chef,” “Kiss the Cook,” or “World’s Best Dad.”  Plus, from November 25, 2011 through December 9, 2011, iGrill will ship free to any domestic U.S. location.   

iGrill reads temperatures ranging from 40F (0C) to 400F (204C), and runs on 4 AA batteries (included). The iGrill comes with two probes, which lets you monitor two pieces of meat simultaneously.  The free iGrill App advises what temperature you should be aiming for the different types of meats, letting you know approximately how much time is remaining before your food is ready.  

Priced at $99.99, iGrill is available in black or white through iGrillinc.com, Apple retail stores, Apple online, Radio Shack, Best Buy and Walmart.  iGrill comes with two iGrill probes and display equipped with long-range Bluetooth®, useful Apps, and 4 AA batteries. iGrill Apron is a one-of-a-kind silicone skin made especially for iGrill to keep it safe from heat, moisture, food and the elements for outdoor BBQ-ing and indoor cooking.  Normally priced at $19.99, iGrill Apron is free during the Black Friday promo with purchase of iGrill.  iGrill is the first in a line of products created by iDevices geared towards the Apple lifestyle. For more information, visit www.iGrillinc.com  phone: 1-888-WE-iGRILL (888-934-4745).   

iGrill – Now You’re Cooking 

About iDevices

iDevices develops App-enabled products that incorporate wireless connectivity to Apple devices. In 2010, iDevices successfully developed and launched iGrill, a Bluetooth enabled cooking thermometer. iGrill connects to an iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad via long range Bluetooth connection, allowing the user to monitor and control iGrill using the custom iGrill App. iDevices is currently developing a variety of new products for its own product line, while also working in conjunction with other companies through its iDevices Consulting division. All of these products incorporate Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity to all Apple platforms.

About iDevices Consulting

iDevices Consulting partners with companies, inventors, and developers to App-enable their products and bring new ideas to market. Through iDevices’ own product development, the company has gained extensive experience in every stage of development, allowing them to bring products to market in a very efficient manner. iDevices handles all aspects of the electrical and industrial design, as well as complete App development. This control ensures your project the highest success rate in the most timely manner possible.

 

Partner with the Company that is Innovating and Inventing for the Future

For more information, see www.iGrillinc.com or www.iDevicesinc.com, phone: 1-888-WE-iGRILL (888-934-4745), Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-iGrill-FB-Page/124504680938214?v=wall Twitter: http://twitter.com/iGrillTweets#.

 

 

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Realbeauty.com Features iGrill in "Best Christmas Gifts for Men"

By Lizzie Dunlap, Realbeauty.com

Best Gifts for the Men in Your Life
Take care of your sweetie (or brother, or dad) with one of these grooming goodies for gents.
By Lizzie Dunlap

Courtesy of iGrill

iGrill Meat Thermometer

Even though summer's a long way off, help your dad or brother host a better BBQ with this Bluetooth-activated thermometer. It sends a signal to his iPhone, iPod, or iPad when meat's fully cooked, giving him more time to work the crowd and share embarrassing stories about your awkward years.

$99.95; amazon.com
 

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CBS Radio - National "Gift Guide for the Technophile" on Speakal iKurv Docking Station Speaker System
 

By Marshal M. Rosenthal, CBS Radio

Gift Guide For The Technophile

 

By Marshal M. Rosenthal
November 10, 2011 1:00 PM
 

The holidays are creeping up fast. Black Friday and Cyber Monday will be here before you know it. The technophiles among us are already champing at the bit, combing the web and creating their wishlists. Those of us who have to shop for them are starting to look for ideas.

There’s no shortage of technology gifts available this holiday season. And some will even leave enough in your bank account to get yourself something nice too. Here are some great ideas, whatever your price range happens to be.

Speakal's iKurv docking station is meant for an iPhone or iPod, but it handles game consoles and anything else that needs amplifying. The extra 20 watts of portable stereo power — digitally amplified and accented by LED lights in a starship-like design — makes everything sound better.

iKurv Docking Station – Speakal ($79.99)

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Fox-TV News on "10 Tools to Help You Survive Thanksgiving" with iGrill Bluetooth Meat Thermometer

By Adam Verwymeren, Fox News-TV

Fox Around the House
10 Tools to Help You Survive Thanksgiving
By Adam Verwymeren

Published November 16, 2011
FoxNews.com


Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and, of course, stress. Lots and lots of stress. If you’d like to make this year’s event a little more worry free, check out these 10 tools that will help you get dinner on the table quickly and deal with visiting relatives

Grill Probe Thermometer

Turkey is a tough bird to cook. Too much heat and you risk making the meat drier than a desert, but too little and you risk sending your guests to the ER with salmonella. Take the guesswork out of cooking your bird this year with a probe thermometer. The iGrill ($99) takes your turkey’s temperature and beams the data back to your iPhone, freeing you to entertain Aunt Edna while still keeping an eye on the cooking bird.
 

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THOMAS PR BLACK FRIDAY/CYBER MONDAY

TECH PRODUCT PROMO DEALS 2011

 

 

 

SENSOGLOVE: 10% off SensoGlove digital golf glove and FREE shipping at www.sensoglove.com from November 25th - December 2nd – great holiday gift for dads! Use promo code: Christmas2011.

 

IBIKE:  $100 off any iBike Dash Power (Black) bicycle trainer computer systems:  iSport ($299, normally $399), iPro ($459, normally $559), iAero ($559, normally $659), and iBike Dash +Power ($649, normally $749) at www.ibikesports.com. Friday, Nov. 25 – Sunday, Nov 27.

 

ARTRAGE:  ArtRage for iPad painting software for $4.99 (previously $6.99), ArtRage 3.5 Studio for $19.90 (previously $40), ArtRage 3.5 Studio Pro for $49.90 (previously $80) at: www.artrage.com. Starting November 16, 2011. 

 

SPEAKAL:  30% off all iPod/iPhone docking station speaker systems products (includes iHog, iKurv, mi-Soccer, and more).  Use Coupon code: BF201101 www.speakal.com.

IGRILL:  Buy an iGrill Bluetooth meat thermometer at www.iGrillinc.com and receive a free iGrill Apron cover on Friday, November 25th only! Choose from “I Love My Mom’s Cooking,” “World’s Best Chef,” “Kiss the Cook,” or “World’s Best Dad.” 

KIDZ GEAR:  6 AM – 9 AM PST ONLY Fri, November 25, 2011 on www.Amazon.com:  Standard Kidz Gear Wired Headphones (CH68KG01) discounted at $12.99 (normally$19.99)

* FREE Carry Bag (KGBOSBAG) on All Headphone Purchases

* FREE Volume Limit Splitter Cable (S68APCBL) with the purchase of:

      Two (2) Apple Compatible Volume Limit Wired Headphones (CH68AP01) or

      Two (2) Standard Wired Headphones (CH68KG01)

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_electronics?_encoding=UTF8&node=172282&field-brandtextbin=Kidz Gear 

     

6am - 9am PST ONLY Fri, November 25, 2011 at www.GearForKidz.com:

Standard Kidz Gear Wired Headphones (CH68KG01) discounted at $12.99 (MSRP:$19.99)

* FREE Shipping on All Headphone Purchases

* FREE Carry Bag (KGBOSBAG) on All Headphone Purchases

* FREE Volume Limit Splitter Cable (S68APCBL) with the purchase of:

      Two (2) Apple Compatible Volume Limit Wired Headphones (CH68AP01) or

      Two (2) Standard Wired Headphones (CH68KG01)

http://www.gearforkidz.com/shop2.html 

THE GREAT KAT: 50% Off The Great Kat Metal/Classical Package Plus FREE U.S. Shipping!  ONLY $10 for Great Kat Metal/Classical Package (normally $20):  includes “BEETHOVEN SHREDS” CD, The Great Kat Metal Guitar Goddess 8x10 Color Photo, & “BEETHOVEN'S GUITAR SHRED” DVD! Available November 16 – November 26, 2011.  http://greatkat.com/store/page71.html  www.greatkat.com 

 

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mi-Soccer with Remote: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/speakalmisoccerremote.html
mi-Soccer with Title: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/speakalmisoccertitle.html
mi-Soccer Blue & White: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/speakalmisoccerblue.html
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SPEAKAL LAUNCHES “mi-SOCCER” SOCCER BALL SHAPED
IPOD/IPHONE DOCKING STATION SPEAKER SYSTEM
 
Major League Soccer (MLS) Licensed Speaker System for Soccer Fans & Audio Purists
 
Features 360 Degrees of Impressive Booming Sound – Perfect for Parties
Memorable Gift for Serious Music Listeners & Sports Fans  

November 15, 2011, Culver City, CA – Speakal www.speakal.com, a lifestyle-oriented entertainment company with intelligently designed home and office audio solutions driven by a passion for sound, launched today mi-Soccer, the soccer ball shaped iPod/iPhone docking station speaker system.  Licensed by the Major League Soccer (MLS), mi-Soccer makes a memorable gift for the growing base of soccer fans that enjoy watching and/or playing soccer, for those who want to show off their enthusiasm for the sport, and for music fans that love high-quality audio. 

Packed with 2 two-way speakers, a powerful subwoofer, a super amplification stereo system, and optimized airflow, the mi-Soccer is a fun way to celebrate with your friends at gatherings and parties.  It features 360 degrees of superior sound with frequencies from 60Hz-20KHz for a total output of 23+ Watts that fills up a room with music. 

Connects to TVs, Gaming Consoles & Other Music Sources 

mi-Soccer’s space saving, high performance soccer shaped speaker system is competitively priced at only $99.99.  Much like the popular, similarly designed iPanda and iPig speaker systems from Speakal that feature hifi sound technology and cool styling, mi-Soccer makes a fun statement in your living room, bedroom, sporting event, or at a kids or adult party. It plays and charges all iPhones & iPods (including iOS4 and iOS5, iPhone 3, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S) and plays audio devices, including TVs, CD players, computers, gaming consoles, MP3 players and much more.  Simply connect your mi-Soccer to a TV to enjoy enhanced sound for your favorite sports, TV shows, and games, or dock your iPod or your iPhone for an unforgettable and romantic evening with beautiful sounding music adding to the ambience of your home.  

Humanized Touch Volume Control 

The MLS version of mi-Soccer comes in the soccer colors of black and white.  mi-Soccer is also available in two additional colors:  red and white and blue and white.  It features easy-touch Humanized Touch Volume Controls to adjust the system’s loudness and to navigate with a light touch through an iPod or iPhone.  Just touch either side of the ball to turn the volume up or down, skip tracks, pause, or stop.  Or, for more convenience, you can also use the included remote to adjust the controls from a distance.   

“The Speakal mi-Soccer is the perfect audio solution and holiday gift for the sports or soccer fan in your life and for the everyday user who appreciates high quality audio performance and green products without big space consumption or a high price tag,” said David Solomon, CEO, Speakal.  “A fun way to listen to music at home, work or at a party, mi-Soccer will get noticed by your friends, coworkers, and guests.” 

mi-Soccer Features:

• Plays and charges all iPods/iPhones with dock connectors.

• 2.1 Stereo Speaker System.

• Humanized Touch control panel.

• Remote controls all mi-Soccer functions and iPod menus.

• Adjustable base control.

• Total output of 23+ Watts.

• 360 degree sound display with 2 two-way enhanced speakers and super amplification system.

• 15 W firing subwoofer.

• Airflow optimized design for consistent sound performance.

• Bass Reflex System.

• 3.5 mm standard jack to connect with all other audio sources.

• ROHS compliant, Eco-Friendly material and components.

• Manufacturer’s Warranty.

• Frequency response: 60Hz-20KHz.

• Amplifier output power:  l/r 4W×2, Subwoofer 15W×1.

• Amplifier input sensitivity: ≤300mV.

• Amplifier SNR: ≥82dB.

• Amplifier Distorsion: ≤0.7%.

• Power voltage:  AC110V-240V, 50/60Hz.

Pricing and Availability

Available immediately, priced at $99.99 from Speakal at:  http://www.speakal.com/buynow.html and Amazon at:  http://www.amazon.com/Speakal-MISOCCER-MLS-BLK01-Speakers-Docking-Station/dp/B005YVTI4E/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1320701039&sr=8-6, mi-Soccer includes the docking station speaker system, AC power adapter/power cable, 3.5mm Audio Jack Connection, Remote control including battery, and user manual.  For more information, see www.speakal.com.  

About Speakal  

Based in Culver City, California, Speakal Corporation develops home entertainment speaker systems with clarity of sound, intelligent technology, and visual appeal.  With unique looks that blend state-of-the-art with the latest technology, Speakal’s products are official products for iPod and iPhone, including the iPod Touch, iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle, iPod Classic or any iPhone, bringing crystal clear sound to your favorite tunes.  A privately held company, Speakal earned its worldwide recognition by delivering unique product designs and advanced sound technology to customers around the world, in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East markets.  Established in 2008, Speakal continues to gain market share by introducing new audio product designs and diverse product lines that relate to the varied end-user lifestyles that combine high quality sound, styling durability and functionality.  Speakal products are made with eco-friendly and RoHS compliant components and materials.    

For more information, see www.speakal.com. 

About Major League Soccer (MLS) 

Headquartered in New York City, Major League Soccer (MLS) is the top professional soccer league for the U.S. and Canada.  MLS features many stars from the U.S., Canada and around the world.  MLS’s 15^th season features 18 clubs, each playing 34 regular season matches, which kicked off March 15, 2011.  Those clubs include Chicago Fire, Chivas USA, 2010 MLS Cup Champion Colorado Rapids, Columbus Crew, D.C. United, FC Dallas, Houston Dynamo, LA Galaxy, New York Red Bulls, Sounders FC, Sporting Kansas City, Toronto FC, and in their inaugural seasons, Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps.  An expansion team in Montreal will debut in 2012.  For more information about MLS, log onto the League’s official website at www.MLSsoccer.com.

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GUITAR WORLD MAGAZINE'S READERS' POLL NAMES THE GREAT KAT "TOP-10 FASTEST GUITARISTS OF ALL TIME"

Guitar World Magazine 

 

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CBS-TV St. Louis on Speakal iKurv iPod/iPhone Docking Station
 

By Marshal M. Rosenthal, CBS-TV St. Louis

Gift Guide For The Technophile

 

By Marshal M. Rosenthal
November 10, 2011 11:00 AM
 

The holidays are creeping up fast. Black Friday and Cyber Monday will be here before you know it. The technophiles among us are already champing at the bit, combing the web and creating their wishlists. Those of us who have to shop for them are starting to look for ideas.

There’s no shortage of technology gifts available this holiday season. And some will even leave enough in your bank account to get yourself something nice too. Here are some great ideas, whatever your price range happens to be.

Speakal's iKurv docking station is meant for an iPhone or iPod, but it handles game consoles and anything else that needs amplifying. The extra 20 watts of portable stereo power — digitally amplified and accented by LED lights in a starship-like design — makes everything sound better.

iKurv Docking Station – Speakal ($79.99)
 

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Marilyn Denis TV Show Features iGrill in High-Tech Kitchen Gadgets

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WATCH MARILYN DENIS TV SHOW FEATURING IGRILL

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CBS-TV Tampa on Speakal iKurv iPod/iPhone Docking Station
 

By Marshal M. Rosenthal, CBS-TV Tampa

Gift Guide For The Technophile

 

By Marshal M. Rosenthal
November 10, 2011 11:00 AM
 

The holidays are creeping up fast. Black Friday and Cyber Monday will be here before you know it. The technophiles among us are already champing at the bit, combing the web and creating their wishlists. Those of us who have to shop for them are starting to look for ideas.

There’s no shortage of technology gifts available this holiday season. And some will even leave enough in your bank account to get yourself something nice too. Here are some great ideas, whatever your price range happens to be.

Speakal's iKurv docking station is meant for an iPhone or iPod, but it handles game consoles and anything else that needs amplifying. The extra 20 watts of portable stereo power — digitally amplified and accented by LED lights in a starship-like design — makes everything sound better.

iKurv Docking Station – Speakal ($79.99)

 

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WQXR CLASSICAL RADIO FEATURES THE GREAT KAT IN "HOW BEETHOVEN BECAME AN AMERICAN ICON"

By Brian Wise, WQXR Classical Radio

 

"Ludwig Through the Lens of Filmmakers, Activists, Rockers and Rappers. The Great Kat riffs on Beethoven." READ ARTICLE HERE!

 

"WQXR Declares NOVEMBER BEETHOVEN AWARENESS MONTH"!

"Ever since Beethoven’s music arrived on the shores of the United States in 1805, the composer has become a constantly morphing icon. In his expansive new book Beethoven in America, Michael Broyles argues that the composer gradually became democratized -- a symbol not merely of the European classical canon but one who 'transcends boundaries of aesthetic preference and ethnicity.'
Feminists and black radicals, filmmakers and architects, poets and rappers all grasped something in the emotional power of Beethoven’s music. Broyles, a professor of music at Florida State University, said that probably the watershed moment for Beethoven came in the 1960s, when rock ‘n’ roll and the counterculture appropriated Beethoven’s music and persona towards all kinds of ends..." READ ARTICLE HERE!

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Forbes on The Robot Report's Frank Tobe "FoxConn's Parent Plans to Double Industrial Robot Population in Less than Five Years"

By Alex Knapp, Forbes

 

FoxConn's Parent Plans To Double Industrial Robot Population In Less Than Five Years
 

Taiwanese manufacturer FoxConn made headlines last summer when it announced that it was aiming to use one million robots to replace part of its workforce in its factories in about three to five years. Now that goal is well on its way.

Terry Gou, the President of Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. (FoxConn’s parent) has signed a letter of intent to build a robotic manufacturing hub in the Central Taiwan Science Park. This is apparently where the robots to work in FoxConn’s factories will be built, and ground was broken on a Research and Design facility for robotics last Saturday. According to Gou, this is the first step towards Hon Hai building a “kingdom of robotics.” According to Gou, the project is expected to generate about $4 billion in revenue over the next few years.

Frank Tobe of the Robot Report is excited by the news. “This will double the world’s industrial robot population! An amazing feat and a blow to German and Japanese robot manufacturers who had hoped to get a share of the business.”

I’m a little surprised myself. Like other robotics manufacturers, I had expected the bulk of FoxConn’s robots to be purchased, not built. It’s an interesting move for the company that represents, I think, a real faith that robotics are going to skyrocket in the near future. Clearly, Hon Hai wants to be in on the ground floor of that revolution.

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Photos:
http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/speakalikurv.html
http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/speakalikurvblack.html
 

Contact:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
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SPEAKAL INTRODUCES “iKURV”
MODERN STARSHIP-LIKE IPOD/IPHONE DOCKING STATION SPEAKER SYSTEM

Works with New iPhone 4S, 3 & 4, iPods, MP3 Players, TVs & Consoles
Built-in Digital Amplifier Delivers 20 Watts of Music for Office or Home
Browse iPod/iPhone Menu with Remote – Charges iPods
Great Business or Home Gift for the Holidays

November 1, 2011, Culver City, CA – Speakal www.speakal.com, a lifestyle-oriented entertainment company with intelligently designed new technology solutions driven by a passion for sound, launched today the glowing iKurv iPod/iPhone Docking Station Speaker System.  iKurv’s modern starship-like iPod/iPhone docking station accents the décor of any office or home with a built-in digital amplifier that delivers 20 watts of crisp sound with glamorous accent lighting that provides a cool space-like glow that can be adjusted to 4 brightness levels using the remote.     

Connects to iPhone 4S & Earlier, iPod, TV, Gaming Consoles & MP3 Players - Lightweight at 1 lb 

Currently available in black, with multiple colors coming soon:  pink, blue, white, yellow and green and low-priced for a limited time at only $79.99, iKurv makes an excellent gift for the hard-working executive or loved ones on your holiday gift list.  Lightweight at around 1 lb, iKurv also charges your iPod while playing music and lets you add drama to your movies or gaming -- just connect it to a TV, gaming console, or other music source to amplify sound with its super amplification system.  iKurv’s universal cradle plays all iPhones and iPods (including iOS4, iPhone 3, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S) with frequencies from 90Hz-20KHz for a total output of 20 Watts of sound.  The beautiful curved speaker system comes with a remote to control the speaker’s functions and browse your iPhone or iPod’s menu. 

“iKurv is a colorful, eye catching and low-priced iPhone and iPod docking station speaker system with a digital amplifier that delivers crisp sound,” said David Solomon, CEO, Speakal.  “With video out and 3.5mm input features, iKurv is the solution for space saving with a decorative touch that blends in well with your home or office style.”

iKurv Features:

• Plays and Charges all iPod and iPhones
   
• Premium sound quality with Acoustic Accelerator

·  Built-in high-quality digital amplifier

·  20 Watts of premium sound

·  Full function remote control for unit and iPod/iPhone

·  LCD display

·  4 level ambient light LED

·   Video output

• Online user manual  

·  Light-weight at around 1 lb

·  Frequency response: 90HZ-20KHZ

· Amplifier output power: left/right 10W×2

· Amplifier input sensitivity: 83db

· Amplifier SNR: 78dB

·  Power voltage: AC110V-240V, 50/60Hz

The iKurv iPod docking station speaker system is available immediately with introductory pricing of $79.99 (normally $89.99) in black through Speakal at:  http://www.speakal.com/buynow.html and Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B005EHULKS/ref=sr_1_1_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1319823951&sr=8-1&condition=new.  Also available soon in white, yellow, green, pink and blue, iKurv comes with the docking station, AC power adapter/power cable, 3.5mm Audio Jack Connection, and Remote Control with battery.  For more information, see: www.speakal.com  

About Speakal

Based in Culver City, California, Speakal Corporation develops home entertainment speaker systems with clarity of sound, intelligent technology, and visual appeal.  With unique looks that blend state-of-the-art with the latest technology, Speakal’s products are official products for iPod and iPhone, including the iPod Touch, iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle, iPod Classic or any iPhone, bringing crystal clear sound to your favorite tunes.  A privately held company, Speakal earned its worldwide recognition by delivering unique product designs and advanced sound technology to customers around the world, in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East markets.  Established in 2008, Speakal continues to gain market share by introducing new audio product designs and diverse product lines that relate to the varied end-user lifestyles that combine high quality sound, styling durability and functionality.  Speakal products are made with eco-friendly and RoHS compliant components and materials.   

For more information, see www.speakal.com.

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USA Today on iGrill “The Only Gift Guide You’ll Need this Season”

 

By Maridel Reyes, USA Today

USA TODAY YOUR GUIDE TO WOMEN'S HEALTH

Saturday October 1, 2011

 

HOLIDAY

The only gift guide you'll need this season

Shop early and beat the crowds so you can sit back and sip the eggnog

 

For your husband

Unlike other meat thermometers, the iGrill meat thermometer connects to your iPhone or iPad, so you can check the status of whatever meat you're cooking from any room in the house.

$100; available at iTunes

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Connected World Magazine’s Holiday Gift Guide on Thomas PR Clients iGrill, iBike and SensoGlove

"PERFECT GIFT LIST 2011"!

 

Connected World Magazine

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Thomas PR Clients iBike & SensoGlove at CES 2012 in the San Francisco Chronicle by Zennie Abraham

Zennie Abraham, San Francisco Chronicle

Zennie Abraham
Executive Producer, Host: The Blog Report With Zennie62

Velocomp iBike, SensoGlove Digital Golf Glove: Tech – CES 2012 News


Some really interesting tech products are being introduced as we move toward the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show. Here’s two of this for this blog: Velocomp iBike and SensoGlove Digital Golf Glove.

The Velocomp iBike is described this way:

… by www.iBikeDash.com, a leading sports technology company and creator of the iBike Dash CC Cycling Computer introduced today iBike Coach, which transforms your iPhone into an amazing bike computer. Available at Target and other major retailers, iBike Coach includes a water and shock resistant case that works with any iPhone and a universal mount that securely attaches the case to any bike.

Also included with iBike Coach is the iBike Coach app that tracks cycling speed, distance, time, and displays maps while you are riding! And after your ride, share your ride exploits with friends and other cyclists with a free, six-month premium subscription to Strava.com.

iBike Coach will be showcased tomorrow, October 19th, at Showstoppers NY. See www.ibike-coach.com for info.

The $89 SensoGlove Digital Golf Glove reads like something out of Star Trek:

SensoGlove – the world’s first digital golf glove – teaches you how to play golf better and avoid bad habits. Its built-in digital sensors continuously read the user’s grip pressure to ensure a consistently accurate, smooth and powerful golf swing. Made of the highest quality cabretta leather, SensoGlove from Sensosolutions lets everyone quickly learn how to hold the club, improving every part of their game, from backswing, downswing, impact, follow-through, to driving, putting, and chipping. For more info, see: www.sensoglove.com

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E-Gear on iHog from Speakal

Hannah Szabo, E-Gear

Review: Speakal's iHog iPod Dock

October 17, 2011 By Hannah Szabo

I first heard about Speakal's new iHog iPod docking station when I wrote an article about its product specifications after its launch. I thought to myself, "Wow, what a unique idea! -- an animal shaped iPod dock!"


Admittedly, I couldn't wait to review the iHog. I have always liked Apple products for their style and ease of use. I have a very old iPod Classic and the standard gray iHome, which works just fine, but isn't quite the conversation starter like the iHog.

I received the pink iHog (it also comes in white). It is about the size of a child's soccer ball and it fits nicely on a desk. Its large eyes and belly serve as the speakers and its mouth lights up if you press a function button. From a purely aesthetic point of view, it's really cute and it fits right in with my eclectic decorating style.

I put my iPod in the universal docking station (it plays every kind of iPod device) and prepared myself to be blown away. To an extent, I was. The sound quality that the iHog boasts really is amazing. Every song that I listened to was clear and the bass was not overwhelming. The hog's ears serve as touch-sensitive volume controls and worked well. They live up to their promise of being incredibly sensitive and at some points, I found myself accidentally muting my songs instead of just turning the volume down.

However, I did experience some difficulties getting my dinosaur of an iPod to connect with the iHog. The iHog would play my songs and would control the volume, however, it would not let me stop songs or skip forward or backward. Fortunately, when I tried a newer iPod that hadn't taken so many dives off of a treadmill, everything worked exactly as Speakal promised.

Overall, I really like the iHog. Not only is it cute and whimsical but it also functions wonderfully (if you have an iPod that is in decent shape).


 

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Photo iBike Workout: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/velocompibikeworkout.html

Contact:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com www.thomas-pr.com www.thomaspublicrelations.com  

 

VELOCOMP ANNOUNCES IBIKE WORKOUT^TM FOR IPAD INDOOR CYCLING TRAINING AT SHOWSTOPPERS NY 2011

 

October 19, 2011 – NY, NY -- Velocomp www.iBikeDash.com, a leading sports technology company and creator of the iBike Dash CC Cycling Computer introduced today the iBike Workout ^TM for iPad indoor cycling training at Showstoppers NY 2011.   

The iBike Workout lets everyone use their iPad for indoor cycling training, working with ANT+ sensors, the iBike app, and your indoor trainer to achieve maximum fitness.  Just plug the iBike Workout right into your iPad and select from 40 different Power or HR workouts.   

Compatible with all iBike software, it features a large screen and works with over 80 indoor trainer and roller models.  iBike Workout for iPad is priced at $69.95.  For more information, see: www.iBikeDash.com. 

About Velocomp – First to Provide Precision Measurement and Expert Guidance to Improve Sports Performance 

Velocomp, LLP is a sports technology company based in Boca Raton, Florida. The first in the bicycle industry to deliver advanced power measurement at a mainstream price, Velocomp is dedicated to product breakthroughs in the areas of performance, measurement, design, and value.  Launched in June 2006, thousands of iBike^® power meters are being enjoyed worldwide.  In 2010, Velocomp introduced the iBike Dash, the first complete bicycle system for the iPhone and iPod touch. For more information, see www.iBikeSports.com.   

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Photo iBike Coach System: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/velocompibikecoachsystem.html

Contact:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com www.thomas-pr.com www.thomaspublicrelations.com 

 

VELOCOMP ANNOUNCES NEW IBIKE COACH CYCLING COMPUTER WITH SOCIAL MEDIA FEATURES

 Available at Target and other Major Retailers – Introduced at Showstoppers NY 2011 

October 18, 2011 – NY, NY -- Velocomp www.iBikeDash.com, a leading sports technology company and creator of the iBike Dash CC Cycling Computer introduced today iBike Coach, which transforms your iPhone into an amazing bike computer.  Available at Target and other major retailers, iBike Coach includes a water and shock resistant case that works with any iPhone and a universal mount that securely attaches the case to any bike.  

Also included with iBike Coach is the iBike Coach app that tracks cycling speed, distance, time, and displays maps while you are riding!  And after your ride, share your ride exploits with friends and other cyclists with a free, six-month premium subscription to Strava.com.   

iBike Coach will be showcased tomorrow, October 19^th, at Showstoppers NY. 

iBike Coach System Features:

·         iBike Case & Mount:  The Protection Your Phone Deserves

-Works with iPhone 3G/3GS/4/4S

-Fully enclosed, water-resistant and weather-proof

-Total touch screen functionality

-Rugged construction for protection and stability

-Lightweight

-Easy-to-install and remove

• iBike Coach App:  A Ground-Breaking Way to Display Cycling Data

-Downloadable from iTunes

-Large, full-color touch display gives you a whole new way to enjoy the ride

-Screens show speed, distance, time, calorie measurements and more

-GPS maps

-Built-in calendar keeps track of cycling and fitness stats

-App controls music play lists (requires Bluetooth headset, not included)

-App works in 10 languages:  English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Simplified and Traditional Chinese

-Upload ride information to STRAVA social media site with just a single touch of a button.

• Strava:  Online Social Fitness at Your Fingertips

-www.strava.com online social fitness site lets cyclists all over the world log, share, compare and compete with each other’s personal fitness data.

-Lets you track your rides and runs via your iPhone to analyze and quantify your performance.

-Makes getting fit a social experience, providing motivation and camaraderie even if you’re exercising alone.

-6 Months Premium membership FREE to iBike Coach owners 

iBike Coach includes the iBike case & mount, iBike Coach app, and 6 Months Free Strava Premium Membership!  iBike Coach is priced at $69.95.   

See www.ibike-coach.com for info. 

About Velocomp - First to Deliver Precision Measurement and Expert Guidance for Outstanding Sports Performance 

Velocomp, LLP is a sports technology company based in Boca Raton, Florida. The first in the bicycle industry to deliver advanced power measurement at a mainstream price, Velocomp is dedicated to product breakthroughs in the areas of performance, measurement, design, and value.  Launched in June 2006, thousands of iBike^® power meters are being enjoyed worldwide.  In 2010, Velocomp introduced the iBike Dash, the first complete bicycle system for the iPhone and iPod touch. For more information, see www.iBikeSports.com. 

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PRESS ALERT 

HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA FOR GOLF LOVERS:  SensoGlove Digital Golf Glove for Better Golf 

The perfect holiday gift for golf lovers of all ages and levels, SensoGlove - the world’s first digital golf glove - teaches you how to play golf better and avoid bad habits.  Its built-in digital sensors continuously read the user’s grip pressure to ensure a consistently accurate, smooth and powerful golf swing.  Made of the highest quality cabretta leather, SensoGlove from Sensosolutions lets everyone quickly learn how to hold the club, improving every part of their game, from backswing, downswing, impact, follow-through, to driving, putting, and chipping. 

Pricing:  $89
Website:  www.sensoglove.com 
Available at: www.sensoglove.com and through distributors, sales partners, and golf schools around the world
Release:  http://www.thomas-pr.com/sensosolutions/sensosolutionsfathersday2011release.html 
Photos:
http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensosolutionssensoglovephoto2.html 
http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/sensosolutionssensoglovegolf.html 
 
Contact for review units:
Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani
Thomas PR (631) 549-7575
kthomas@thomaspr.com eyutani@thomaspr.com www.thomas-pr.com 
www.thomaspublicrelations.com 
 

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PRESS ALERT

 

ARTRAGE FOR IPAD 1.3 - NEW VERSION RELEASED –

SHARE YOUR ARTWORK WITH FACEBOOK, DROPBOX & DEVIANTART

 

The new version of ArtRage for iPad 1.3 is now available.  It allows you to share your artwork with Facebook, Dropbox and deviantArt, along with providing the ability to record your paint strokes and play back on ArtRage 3.5 Studio/Studio Pro on Mac/Win for further editing and providing higher resolution output for printing and showing your artistic process in tutorials.  Current ArtRage for iPad owners will be able to download the update for free in their local App Store.

 

Comic-Con NY Special Discount - $1.99 Until Oct 18, 2011

 

To bring the new ArtRage for iPad artwork sharing options for Facebook, DropBox and devianArt to a wider audience, ArtRage for iPad 1.3 will be available for an introductory price of $1.99 (regularly $6.99) for one week during New York ComicCon #NYCC until October 18, 2011. New York ComicCon is the largest popular arts convention on the East Coast.
 

New ArtRage for iPad 1.3 Features:

 

- Upload to Facebook: Upload your images directly to your Facebook Photo Album.

- Upload to Dropbox: Upload painting files to your Dropbox account.

 

- Upload to deviantArt Sta.sh: Upload your images directly to your deviantArt account using the new sta.sh system. Details on sta.sh can be found here: http://hq.deviantart.com/blog/44578909/

 

- New Export Options: Export PNG or JPG files to the iTunes shared file space or PNG, JPG, native PTG via Email.

- Canvas Rotation: Adjust the orientation of your paintings if you find you’ve been painting upside down on your iPad.

- Gallery Interface: Simplified so all export functions are in a single menu and general operation has been clarified.

- Canvas Settings Interface: Adjusted to make it clearer. 

 

Other Recent Improvements:
 

- Record your paint strokes and play back on ArtRage 3.5 Studio/Studio Pro: Work on the Mac/Win versions of Artrage for further editing options and to show your artistic process in tutorials. 

 

-Higher Resolution Output: Replay your ArtRage for iPad artwork at a higher resolution in ArtRage Studio to allow for more detail and larger format printing

 

ArtRage for iPad 1.3 Fixes & Improvements:
- Sampler toggle size increased so it’s easier to tap.
- Menus will no longer resize when entering a sub menu, unless they need to expand.
- Improved appearance of script playback on desktop computers.
- Layer transparency changes and three finger swipe undo operations added to scripted recording.
- Alert added so you know when you’re about to upload huge files online or send by email.

For more information or for review copies of ArtRage for iPad or ArtRage Studio/Studio Pro 3.5, contact:

Karen Thomas/Eva Yutani, Thomas PR

(631) 549-7575 kthomas@thomaspr.com or eyutani@thomaspr.com  www.thomas-pr.com 

 

Pricing

 

ArtRage for iPad 1.3 is priced at $6.99, with special Pricing of $1.99 thru Oct. 18, 2011, see Apple iTunes Store http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/artrage/id391432693?mt=8.  ArtRage Studio and ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 are priced at $40 and $80, see http://www.artrage.com/artrage-store.html 

 

About Ambient Design

 

Ambient Design Ltd. is a New Zealand-based global software development and publishing firm, specializing in creative applications and user interfaces for artists of all ages and all levels of competency, including professionals, hobbyists and students. The principals have over 40 years experience in combining complex image processing algorithms with an easily accessible user experience. Ambient Design Ltd. was founded in 2000 by Andy Bearsley and Matt Fox-Wilson, formerly of MetaCreations, the developer of Painter, Bryce and Kai’s Power Tools. Ambient Design’s products are available in 12 languages and have been downloaded over 10 million times.

 

Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/artragetv
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SKgUsfZ_Xg&feature=youtu.be&hd=1 
 

Comparison chart:  http://www2.ambientdesign.com/files/artrage_product_comparison.pdf.

Website: www.artrage.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/artrage.

 

Photos:

ArtRage for iPad Painting by David Jon Kassan “Jasmine”: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignipadpainting.html 
ArtRage for iPad Painting by Bo Paweena “Card Shark”: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignipadscreen2.html 
ArtRage for iPad Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignipadscreen3.html 
ArtRage Studio Pro 3.5 Painting by Barbara Lietzow “Screamy Night”: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignartragescreamy.html 
ArtRage for iPad Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignstudiopronote.html
ArtRage Studio Pro Screen Shot: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignstudioproknife.html
ArtRage Studio Pro 3 5 Paint Stroke Recording Miro: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignartragemiro.html 
ArtRage for iPad Photo: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignipad.html
ArtRage for iPad Art: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignartrageart.html 
ArtRage for iPad Paint Blending: http://www.thomas-pr.com/136/photos/ambientdesignartragepaint.html

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The Robot Report

Robotic Gift Suggestions for the 2011 Holiday Season:

http://www.everything-robotic.com/2011/10/robotic-gift-suggestions-for-2011.html  

This holiday season, people are looking to get their money’s worth from gift giving.  Gifts need to be either truly phenomenal, practical or inexpensive.  In the phenomenal category, what’s more exciting than getting a robot as a holiday gift?  The Robot Report, a site which tracks the business of robotics, has prepared this list of 2011 Robotic Holiday Gift Suggestions to please almost every family member:

• For Grandparents and teenagers: Parrot AR.Drone QuadriCopter - $299
• For Mom: iRobot's Scooba bathroom floor cleaning robot - $299
• For Dad: Adaptive cruise control robot option for new cars - $599 - $2,495
• For science-interested kids 10 and older: LEGO Mindstorms NXT kit - $273
• For girls younger than 10: Penbo the affectionate waddling penguin - $45 -- OR-- Fijit the squishy dancing friend - $42
• For the philanthropic: MyKeepon - $49 (part of the proceeds go to support autism research) -- OR -- donate a $280,000 PR2 to your alma mater's robotics lab
• For readers of all ages: Selected books about robots and robotics - $10-$221

See: http://www.everything-robotic.com/2011/10/robotic-gift-suggestions-for-2011.html for product descriptions, prices and where to buy.

About Robot Report

Founded in 2008, The Robot Report is the first internet publication tracking the business of the robotics industry and the future of robotics, with an eye towards investment information on publicly-traded and privately-owned robotics businesses. The Robot Report links to the Everything-Robotic blog for periodic in-depth personal insights from The Robot Report’s Editor and Publisher, Frank Tobe.

For more information, see www.therobotreport.com.


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WENN - THE CELEBRITY WORLD ENTERTAINMENT NEWS NETWORK - FEATURES THE GREAT KAT: "YOUTUBE SENSATION THE GREAT KAT HAS BECOME KNOWN FOR HER HEAVY METAL TAKE ON CLASSICAL MUSIC"!

- Wenn

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IDEVICES PARTNERS WITH INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR IWORLD --
Leading Lifestyle Product Distributor Brings iGrill Worldwide
 
iDevices Adds Three New Corporate Positions 

Canton, CT, October 6, 2011 – iDevices, LLC., an award-winning product development innovator and creator of the iGrill BluetoothÔ cooking thermometer, announced today that it has partnered with a new international distributor, iWorld, to expand their product availability globally.  iWorld is a leading supplier of Digital Lifestyle Products in both Australia and New Zealand.  To assist with the new partnership, iDevices also announced the addition of three new staff members to its team in the areas of supply chain management, marketing, and applications development.  

Peter Gabriele has been hired as Supply Chain Management & IT Security for iDevices.  He will handle all IT security aspects, as well as the supply distribution of the iDevices product lines. Mr. Gabriele graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor Degree in Management Information Systems.   

Sarah Tomlinson joins iDevices as a Marketing & Customer Relations Coordinator.  As the marketing coordinator, she will assist with all marketing initiatives for iDevices products, as well as customer relations functions. Ms. Tomlinson graduated from Bryant University in Rhode Island.  She previously interned at the Bryant Athletics Department and Cynopsis Media.   

Josh Safran joins the team as an Applications Developer.  Mr. Safran will handle the App development for iDevices, which involves maintaining the existing Apps and working on new iDevices projects.  Mr. Safran graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a degree in Computer Science/Games & Simulation.  

“All three bring the expertise and a high level of knowledge to their positions that will allow iDevices to expand our product offerings and user experience,” said Christopher Allen, CEO of iDevices, LLC.  “By adding more staff, we’re able to diversify and dig into helping other companies develop their ideas and products as well as enhance current ones.”
 

About iDevices 

In 2009, American inventor/entrepreneur Christopher Allen Sr. created iDevices, LLC, a company committed to partnering with inventors in the development of winning ideas for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, as well as other operating systems and areas of the Bluetooth®/WiFi market. The goal was to bring high quality, unique and cost-effective products to market in the shortest possible time. Leading by example, Mr. Allen assembled an elite team of industry professionals to develop an idea of his own – a concept that would go on to become iDevices’ flagship product – iGrill, the first of a line of products created by iDevices around the Apple Lifestyle.  

For more information, see, www.iDevicesinc.com or www.iGrillinc.com, phone: 1-888-WE-iGRILL (1-888-934-4745), Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-iGrill-FB-Page/124504680938214?v=wall Twitter: http://twitter.com/iGrillTweets#. 

About iWorld 

iWorld is an Australian based company with an extensive list of lifestyle products. iWorld offers a diverse product mix that provides people with seamless electronics integration in their homes, cars, and on the go for iPad®, iPod®, iPhone® and the Apple Mac.  Founded in Melbourne, Australia, iWorld is a privately held company and a leader in connectivity solutions, in addition to accessories for mobile phone devices, computers, and more.  iWorld provides extensive solutions for iPod®, iPhone® and the Apple Mac -- with exclusive distribution partnerships with iLuv®, Speck®, New Potato®, Gosh®, Ozaki®, Little Star Creations, Cirkuit Planet®, Weenicons®, ION Audio®, iWorld Australia®, Appcessories®, Appcessory® branded accessories, power, and digital wireless products.  For more information on iWorld visit: http://www.iworldaustralia.com.au/.

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KIDZ GEAR HEADPHONES NOW AVAILABLE AT
INMOTION ENTERTAINMENT AIRPORT STORES IN THE U.S.
 
Major U.S. Airport Locations Nationwide Now Offer Kidz Gear Wired Headphones for Kids
High Quality Volume Limited Stereo Headphones for Little Travelers on the Go

October 5, 2011, El Dorado Hills, CA -- Kidz Gear www.GearForKidz.com, the award-winning Grown-up Performance, Built For Kids! brand, announced today that Kidz Gear Wired Headphones for Kids (CH68KG01), the first adult-featured stereo headphones made especially for children, are now available at all InMotion Entertainment (InMotion) retail stores located in major airports throughout the U.S. http://www.inmotionstores.com/locations.html.   

The country’s largest electronics airport retailer, InMotion Entertainment chose Kidz Gear Wired Headphones because of the kid-friendly safety and comfort features.  Included with each pair of headphones is a FREE volume limit adapter featuring Kidz Control™ Volume Limiting Technology.  Kidz Control delivers a safe volume limited listening experience for children of all ages.  Ergonomically designed with soft padded child-sized ear-cups and high-quality audio components, the Kidz Gear Wired Headphones for Kids are value priced at only $19.99. They are the perfect travel accessory for keeping children quiet and happy during long trips away from home.   

“InMotion is the leader in the airport electronics and entertainment retail space and we have gotten there by partnering with suppliers that offer the latest in design and features for the tech-savvy traveler.  Kidz Gear is a clear example of just such a manufacturer,” said Steve Torr, Director of Purchasing, InMotion Entertainment.  “Thanks to their Kidz Control Volume Limiting Technology, parents can now rest a little easier knowing their children are listening to movies and music at safe volume levels.” 

“We are extremely excited that the Kidz Gear Wired Headphones for Kids are now available for travelers on the go at InMotion’s convenient airport locations,” said Jack Peterson, VP Sales and Marketing, Kidz Gear.  “A large percentage of our customers are traveling with their families and need a quick and convenient location to purchase electronics and accessories for their trip.  InMotion is a perfect destination partner for the Kidz Gear line of headphones and audio accessories.” 

Kidz Gear is the Brand Adults Want and Kids Love

Kidz Gear headphones are not “toys,” but adult products built for kids.  Manufactured with the same high-quality, high-performance consumer electronics components found in adult headphones, Kidz Gear headphones are designed to solve the never-ending battle between a child’s desire for his or her parent’s things and the parent’s fear of them destroying an expensive item.   

Kidz Gear Wired Headphones for Kids are available immediately, priced at $19.99, from educational toy stores and gift shops around the United States and online at www.GearForKidz.com, and other fine online retailers.   

About InMotion Entertainment 

InMotion Entertainment is the largest airport-based electronics and entertainment retailer in the nation.  Project Horizon, Inc. (DBA InMotion Entertainment) offers the latest, most cutting-edge and diverse premium electronics, including tablets, netbooks, digital cameras, camcorders, video players, noise canceling headphones and their accessories.  InMotion Entertainment also offers a handpicked selection of top-rated movies, music and video games, and is the first to offer digital downloading kiosks nationally.  InMotion makes travel fun, where the friendly and knowledgeable staff assists travelers to choose the best products, turn time-consuming travel into a fun-filled journey.  The company currently operates approximately 60 retail stores in the U.S. For more information, contact Eden Goldberg at egoldberg@inmotionstores.com or visit www.inmotionstores.com.

About Kidz Gear

Incorporated in 2001, San Ramon, California Supply and Beyond, LLC is the exclusive manufacturer of the Kidz Gear brand of audio products and accessories.  The Kidz Gear brand was created by founder and mother Laurie Peterson with the purpose of developing a line of products and accessories with adult features, performance and quality but with ergonomic and economic sizes, styles and prices for children.  The Kidz Gear product line has received rave reviews and awards from various Mother’s Group Organizations and industry publications.  The company is continually focused on bringing more products to market that support the company’s mission – Grown-Up Performance, Built for Kids! 

For more information, call 877-KidzGear (543-9432), visit: www.GearForKidz.com, or
email: greatproducts@gearforkidz.com.

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"BEETHOVEN IN AMERICA", NEW BOOK BY MICHAEL BROYLES, FEATURES THE GREAT KAT! Chapter entitled: "Beethoven in Popular Music"

 

-By Michael Broyles, "Beethoven in America" Book (Indiana University Press. Publ. date: 10/6/2011)

 

 

"No one in heavy metal has exploited Beethoven to the extent of Katherine Thomas, known as 'The Great Kat.' She does not just play Beethoven. If you believe her, she is Beethoven reincarnated. Loud, blistering fast guitar riffs accompanied by screams, and an aggressive hyper-dominatrix persona. Her act is not subtle. She is direct and flamboyant about her intentions. Her virtuosity is for real. Over-the-top stage persona. This is a frontal assault." -Michael Broyles, "Beethoven in America"

 

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ArtRage Invites You to…

ARTRAGE PRESS LUNCH & PRIVATE PRESS MEETINGS
followed by ArtRage for iPad Live Painting Event by David Kassan
 
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2011
 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:  Press Lunch & Refreshments
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM:  Private Press Meetings
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Live ArtRage for iPad Painting in Courtyard
                                  Open to the Public
 
At: Stonehenge’s Ritz Plaza Apartments
235 West 48th Street/between Broadway & 8th Ave., Suite 38G
New York, NY
(See Doorman for Entrance)
 
ArtRage Sponsors iAMDA MobileArtCon at NYU October 1-2  

Held After the iAMDA #MobileArtCon, the ArtRage event showcases the artwork created at the conference and features a sneak peek of ArtRage for iPad v. 1.3 with new social media features for Facebook, Dropbox, & deviantArt. Digital Painters David Kassan and Demian Stevens Moore will be on hand to demo the new ArtRage collaborative features across iPad, Mac & Windows.  Highlighted include stroke recording on ArtRage for iPad and playback on OSX & Windows for animations, tutorials, higher resolution printing and more advanced editing options.  Previous Artrage live painting event: http://youtu.be/8SKgUsfZ_Xg?hd=1 company info: www.artrage.com  

RSVP to schedule private press meetings & press lunch (space is limited):

Karen Thomas, Thomas PR kthomas@thomaspr.com (631) 549-7575 

Live ArtRage for iPad painting event (open to the public)

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM: David Jon Kassan Live at The Ritz Plaza Courtyard. Sponsored by Stonehenge Partners, the David Jon Kassan iPad Live Art Event will be streamed live on the Stonehenge Facebook page. Kassan will be painting on the iPad using ArtRage for iPad and other supporting paint apps. David Jon Kassan’s live art demo will include musical accompaniment by Jasmine Commerce as well as featured pieces and participant deals from rental art site Artsicle. RSVP: http://kassanlive.eventbrite.com/   

About iAMDA: 

Ambient Design, creators of ArtRage realistic painting software, is a sponsor of iAMDA Mobile Art Conference, held September 30 - October 2, 2011 at NYU ITP, 721 Broadway, 4th Floor, NY, NY, info: http://mobileartcon.iamda.org/2011/. Hosted by NYU’s prestigious ITP Department, the 2nd annual iAMDA MobileArtCon is themed “On the Move.” The 3-day event is packed with creative exercises, group collaborations and projects that will inspire the world’s most prolific and talented mobile digital artists and developers. If you want to be added to the press list for iAMDA, email: kthomas@thomaspr.com http://www.thomas-pr.com.

About Ambient Design 

Ambient Design Ltd. is a New Zealand-based global software development and publishing firm, specializing in creative applications and user interfaces for artists of all ages and all levels of competency, including professionals, hobbyists and students. The principals have over 40 years experience in combining complex image processing algorithms with an easily accessible user experience. Ambient Design Ltd. was founded in 2000 by Andy Bearsley and Matt Fox-Wilson, formerly of MetaCreations, the developer of Painter, Bryce and Kai’s Power Tools. Ambient Design’s products are available in 12 languages and have been downloaded over 10 million times. For more information, see www.artrage.com

About Stonehenge Partners 

Founded in the early 1990’s, Stonehenge Partners is a fully integrated New York City-based real estate company.  While the firm’s primary investments are in Manhattan multifamily real estate, Stonehenge also has an expertise in commercial property.  Stonehenge, together with its partners, currently owns and manages a real estate portfolio valued at nearly $1.6 billion.  The portfolio is comprised of approximately 2,700 residential units and 700,000 square feet of commercial, retail and garage space.  For more information about Stonehenge Partners please visit http://www.stonehengenyc.com.

About David Jon Kassan

David Jon Kassan, a Brooklyn-based artist, is most notably known for his widespread popularity on YouTube. His first video, Finger Painting on the Apple iPad, received over 1.3 million hits, but his passion for art is explored in more traditional mediums as well.  For more information, see:  www.davidkassan.com.   

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FOXL ANNOUNCES FOXLv2 PLATINUM BLUETOOTH --
AUDIO PURISTS’ ULTIMATE HIFI PORTABLE SPEAKER
 
Takes Portable Music to the Next Level:  Featuring Virtual CD Quality Sound with CSR apt-X Wireless Bluetooth, New High-End Audio Cabling from Audioquest, & 20 Hours Battery Life
 

Reno, NV, September 28, 2011 – Soundmatters www.soundmatters.com, the leader in high-quality, portable speakers founded by former NASA engineer/audio legend Dr. Godehard Guenther, announced today foxLv2 PLATINUM Bluetooth, the audio purists’ ultimate pocket-sized Hi-Fi portable speaker.  The latest in the award-winning foxL series (TIME Magazine’s Top Ten Gadget of the Year), the foxLv2 PLATINUM Bluetooth takes “go anywhere” listening to a new level with a trio of new performance features, including advancements in streamed Bluetooth for CD quality music, new audiophile cabling, and extended battery life.  foxLv2 PLATINUM is the only portable speaker capable of taking full advantage of CSR® apt-X’s dramatic improvement in streamed Bluetooth signal from apt-X equipped devices (like Apple Snow Leopard & Lion computers) delivering virtual CD quality wirelessly along with improved sound/picture sync for movies and gaming.    

Sporting a sleek new “platinum” finish, the new foxLv2 PLATINUM is good enough to actually hear the difference in connecting wires and therefore includes the Evergreen high quality audio cable from Audioquest® www.audioquest.com, among the world’s most prestigious high-end audio companies.  In addition, foxLv2 PLATINUM’s battery life has been improved for up to 20 hours (or more) of music. 

foxLv2 PLATINUM Bluetooth Key Features:

• Virtual CD-Quality Bluetooth music: wirelessly with CSR apt-X*
• Better wired for sound with included Audioquest cable.
• Battery Life that’s even more impressive:  Up to 10 Hours (or more) Bluetooth On, up to 20 Hours (or more) Bluetooth off.
• Pocket-sized Portability:  uniquely combines high-resolution fidelity and pocket-sized portability.
• Bluetooth Speakerphone Capability:  with built-in noise-canceling microphone.
• Connect to any music source via standard 3.5mm stereo audio cable:  audiophile Audioquest Evergreen cable included.
• Lithium-ion BassBattery™ re-chargable via USB or included high-power 5 Volt 2 Amp universal wall charger:  includes AC prong adapters for US/Japan, Germany/China, UK/HK, Australia/NZ.
• Output wattage doubles when powered via AC wall charger (included).
• Subwoofer Output.
• Tiny Dimensions: 143 x 55 x 35 mm (5.6 x 2.2 x 1.4 inch).
• Lightweight: 269 gram (9.5 oz).

Pricing & Availability

Priced at $229 MAP, the foxLv2 PLATINUM will be available starting November 2011 through Soundmatters at: www.soundmatters.com and quality retailers.  The foxLv2 PLATINUM joins other members of the foxLv2 family:  the foxLv2 Bluetooth ($199 MAP) and foxLv2 Classic (non-Bluetooth) at $169 MAP.  For more information, see www.soundmatters.com.

About Soundmatters 

Soundmatters International, Inc. www.soundmatters.com was founded in 1998 by physicist, former NASA engineer, and audio design legend Dr. Godehard Guenther.  A world-renowned pioneer in the field of audio, Dr. Guenther introduced many firsts to the audio market, including the world’s first in-wall speaker; in-wall subwoofer; component loudspeaker for car hi–fi; switching power supply for car hi–fi; multi–channel car amplifier; hi–fi television monitor; and first complete digital time-delay system for surround sound.  Through Soundmatters, Dr. Guenther is dedicated to developing exceptional performance audio products that enhance, rather than complicate consumer’s lifestyles. 

About foxL  

foxLv2 has received numerous rave reviews, including a review from Sound+Vision, that called foxL “the absolute best gift ever for audiophiles,” TIME Magazine, that chose foxL the “Top Ten Gadget of the Year,” and Men’s Journal that named foxL “BEST in CLASS.”  In addition, Soundmatters licenses the foxL technology to Jawbone®.  For more information, see www.soundmatters.com.

*apt-x performance is realized when used in conjunction with other apt-X equipped devices or optional apt-X Bluetooth dongle. 

SPEAKAL INTRODUCES CUTE “IHOG”
PINK & WHITE HOG-SHAPED IPOD DOCKING STATION SPEAKER SYSTEM
-- JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS --
 
Take the Fun Outdoors with Portable Battery-Operated Hog-Shaped 28+ Watt
Super Amplification Stereo System for Kids, Teens, & Adults
 
360 Degrees of Booming Crystal Clear Sound Fills a Room with Music – Perfect for Parties

September 27, 2011, Culver City, CA – Speakal www.speakal.com, a lifestyle-oriented home entertainment company with intelligently designed technology solutions driven by a passion for sound, launched today iHog, the stylish hog-shaped iPod/iPhone docking station speaker system.  Available in pink and white, the booming iHog speaker system makes a fun holiday gift for kids, teens and adults that love music. 

Your Portable Music Companion – Up to 10 Hours Rechargeable Battery Life 

Lightweight at around 4 lbs, the iHog is the best and most powerful portable outdoor speaker, providing up to 10 hours of lithium rechargeable battery life that also charges your iPod.  Its universal cradle lets you play all your iPhones and iPods (including iOS4, iPhone 3 and iPhone 4) outdoors or indoors with 4 high-quality speakers delivering 360 degrees of sound with 2 tweeters, 2 sound diffusers and a downring 20 Watt subwoofer, a super amplification stereo system and optimized airflow, with frequencies from 50Hz-20KHz for a total output of 28+ Watts that fills up a room with sound.   

Features Fun Controls:  Just Push the Hog’s Ears to Adjust Volume 

Based on Speakal’s best-selling iPig docking station, the iHog is more powerful and portable, with a battery-operated docking station that features easy-touch Humanized Touch Volume Controls to adjust the iPod’s navigation with a light touch of the hand.  Just push the hog’s ears to turn the volume up or down, or its head to skip tracks, pause, or stop or use the included remote to adjust the controls from a distance.  In addition, the iHog also lets you add drama to your movies or gaming -- just connect iHog to a TV, gaming console, or other music source with the included 3.5mm to amplify sound with its super amplification system.

Everyone will love the iHog’s friendly hog shape, which instantly becomes a party conversational piece and a room’s central design focus, as well as impressing all with its powerful speaker system that’s perfect for parties, outdoor events, or for just relaxing at home.  “After 2 consecutive years of great success for the smaller iPig, Speakal is excited to launch the most powerful speaker system yet -- the iHog,” said David Solomon, CEO, Speakal.  “For everyone who enjoyed their iPig at home, now you can take the fun outdoors anytime, with the new portable music companion.”  

iHog Features:

• iPod Docking Station compatible with all dock connector iPods and iPhones.

• 2.1 Stereo Speaker System.

• Humanized Touch Volume Control and iPod music navigation.

• Lithium rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of battery life.

• Remote control.

• Adjustable Bass and Treble.

• 4 Speakers positioned for maximum sound separation and distribution with tweeters and midrange.

• 20W Subwoofer.

• Total output of 28+ Watts.

• Shape designed to deliver 360 degrees of sound.

• Airflow optimized design for consistent sound performance.

• Bass Reflex Technology.

• 3.5mm AUX input jack to connect to TV, gaming consoles, or other music sources.

• Manufacturer’s Warranty.

The iHog iPod docking station speaker system is available immediately in the iHog colors of pink and white (with black and black/white Panda style colors coming soon) through Speakal at:  http://www.speakal.com/buynow.html and Amazon at: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=speakal+ihog&x=0&y=0, priced at $119.99 until Sept. 30, $139.99 after.  iHog comes with the docking station, AC power adapter/power cable, 3.5mm Audio Jack Connection, Remote Control with battery, and user manual.  For more information, see: www.speakal.com 

About Speakal

Based in Culver City, California, Speakal Corporation develops home entertainment speaker systems with clarity of sound, intelligent technology, and visual appeal.  With unique looks that blend state-of-the-art with the latest technology, Speakal’s products are official products for iPod and iPhone, including the iPod Touch, iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle, iPod Classic or any iPhone, bringing crystal clear sound to your favorite tunes.  A privately held company, Speakal earned its worldwide recognition by delivering unique product designs to customers around the world, in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East markets.  Established in 2008, Speakal continues to gain market share by introducing new audio product designs and diverse product lines that relate to the varied end-user lifestyles that combine high quality sound, styling durability and functionality.  Speakal products are made with eco-friendly and RoHS compliant components and materials.   For more information, see www.speakal.com.