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Briefly: Moshi Lightning Cables, Gangstar Rio and N.O.V.A 3 now free

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:44:00 GMT

Moshi has released its new line of <a href="http://store.moshimonde.com/lightning-usb-cable-black-326.html">Lightning cables</a> for Apple's latest iOS devices. Encased in aluminum, the 3.2 foot cables are fully certified for use with the iPhone 5, iPod touch (5th gen), iPod nano (7th gen), iPad (4th gen) and iPad mini. Moshi's USB Cable with Lightning is sold...

DealNN: $200 off 12-Core Mac Pro, more

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:05:00 GMT

Currently JR.com has the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285866==http://www.dealnn.com/200-off-12-core-mac-pro.html" rel='nofollow'>Mac Pro</a> for the reduced price of $3,599.99, that's $199.01 off the list price of $3,799 and the lowest price we have seen on this Mac model, brand new, anywhere. Free shipping is included and sales tax applies for residents of N...

Briefly: eBay adds shopping cart to iOS apps, ThinShield for iPhone 5

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:07:00 GMT

eBay has released an updated version of its iOS app featuring a redesigned interface with multiple search views, new shopping car functionality, and larger photo views. Unlike previous versions, users can now add multiple items into their shopping cart and pay for all of them simultaneously. The <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285785==https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ebay-for-ipad/id364203...

Briefly: iKlip 2 and iKlip Studio now shipping, Aud 5 Lighting dock

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:04:00 GMT

IK Multimedia has announced that its iKlip 2 and iKlip Studio accessories for the iPad and iPad mini are now available for purchase. Designed to securely hold an iPad on a microphone stand, the <a href="http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/iklip2/">iKlip 2</a> evolves from its predecessor through the use of a new ball-joint hinge that improves a users ability ...

A-JAYS Five earphones come in iOS, Android and Windows versions

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:57:00 GMT

Swedish audio maker JAYS has released the latest version of its popular <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285719== http://www.jays.se/products/a-jays-five" rel='nofollow'>a-JAYS Five</a> series earphones. Unlike the previous model that came in one edition, the new lineup comes in three discrete models, each individually tailored to iOS, Android and Windows Phone de...

Mophie rolls out iPhone 5 edition of Juice Pack Plus

Thu, 16 May 2013 02:44:00 GMT

Accessory maker Mophie has launched an iPhone 5 version of the <a href="http://www.mophie.com/mophie-juice-pack-plus-iPhone-5-p/2110_jpp-ip5-blk.htm">Juice Pack Plus</a>. The new case adds a 2,100mAh battery, which can roughly double the usable life of an iPhone. It in fact holds slightly more power than the Plus for the iPhone 4/4S, which is rated at 2,000m...

Newer Technology ships up to five foot tall GripBase Podium iPad stand

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:07:00 GMT

Accessory maker <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285700==http://www.newertech.com" rel='nofollow'>Newer Technology</a> announced today the NewerTech GripBase Podium floor stand for securely elevating the Apple iPad 2, 3, 4 and iPad mini to provide for maximum user viewing comfort in any setting. The podium ranges from a viewing height of 38 inches to nearly five f...

Giveaway: IRIScan all-in-one mouse and scanner

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:53:00 GMT

Quite often, in our electronic world, it is necessary to make digital copies of documents or pictures. The IRIScan all-in-one mouse and scanner makes doing this super fast and easy. Electronista has one to give away; read on to learn more about this mouse and find out how you can enter to win. ...

Hands on: HTC One Double Dip Shell

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT

As our <a href="http://www.electronista.com/reviews/htc-one.html">review of the HTC One</a> highlighted, there is little doubt that HTC has crafted an impressive device. Although it is made from sturdy and robust materials including aluminum on its front and rear, many users will still want to keep it looking as good as the day they bought it. HTC has stepped ...

DealNN: MacBook Air, Logitech iPad keyboard and more

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:56:00 GMT

This week, MacMall.com has reduced the price of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285574==http://www.dealnn.com/79-off-13.3-inch-macbook-air.html" rel='nofollow'>13.3-inch MacBook Air</a> from $1,399 down to $1,319 with free shipping. That $79 discount makes this the lowest price we have seen by about $30. This MacBook Pro features a 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 proce...

Briefly: Flipboard update adds user profiles, Neon iPhone 5 cases

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:10:00 GMT

Flipboard has launched a new version of its popular news aggregating app for the iPhone and iPad. Following <a href="http://www.macnn.com/articles/13/03/27/gmail.gets.easier.message.navigation.bulk.message.handling/">March's update</a> which introduced user-created magazines, the v2.0.2 release adds a new Friends category in the Content Guide that can be used ...

Forums: Bluetooth keyboard typing issues with iPad and more

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:26:00 GMT

Earlier this week in the MacNN forums, Mac Elite "abbaZaba" was trying to figure out why the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285388==http://forums.macnn.com/103/iphone-ipad-and-ipod/500465/ipad-apple-bt-keyboard-typing-stutter/" rel='nofollow'>Apple Bluetooth keyboard</a> that they have paired with an iPad 4 will stu...

DealNN: brand new 16GB iPad mini only $299

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:23:00 GMT

Currently, Walmart.com has the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285392==http://www.dealnn.com/16gb-ipad-mini-with-wi-fi-only-299.html" rel='nofollow'>16GB iPad mini</a> with Wi-Fi for the rollback price of $299. That's $30 less than the MSRP and the lowest price available on this iPad brand new anywhere. In fact, it costs the same as a refurbished model from Apple...

DealNN: brand new 16GB iPad mini only $299

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:23:00 GMT

Currently Walmart.com has the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285392==http://www.dealnn.com/16gb-ipad-mini-with-wi-fi-only-299.html" rel='nofollow'>16GB iPad mini</a> with Wi-Fi for the rollback price of $299. That's $30 less than the MSRP and the lowest price available on this iPad brand new anywhere. In fact, it costs the same for a refurbished model from Apple...

Giveaway: Bracketron Sport Case with Strap Mount

Thu, 09 May 2013 21:14:00 GMT

With spring in full force and summer right around the corner, it's hard not to think about getting outside for some biking, hiking and water sports -- and keeping an iPhone or iPod safe while on these adventures is essential. Bracketron has come up with a great water-resistant protective case with a strap that can be used to securely attach the device to a bike or anywhere else. ...

Briefly: GOG expands Mac game catalog, NuGuard GripStand mini

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:58:00 GMT

Following its <a href="http://www.macnn.com/articles/13/04/24/total.count.of.os.x.compatible.games.climbs.to.134/">"Massive Mac Games Drop"</a> at the end of April, <a href="">GOG.com</a> has further expanded its Mac game catalog with 10 new titles. The new batch of games offers titles from various genres, and in...

Briefly: OCDock for iPhone 5, LightLinez short Lightning cable

Thu, 09 May 2013 02:18:00 GMT

Accessory retailer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285217==http://www.bitemyapple.co" rel='nofollow'>BiteMyApple.co</a> has commenced shipping the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285218==http://www.bitemyapple.co/products/ocdock" rel='nofollow'>OCDock</a>, a dock for the iPhone 5 that fuses with the ìfootî of the iMac ...

Forums: dead pixels, blown usb ports and more

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:25:00 GMT

Yesterday in the MacNN forums, members tried to help one concerned Fresh-Faced Recruit figure out reasons why <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285113==http://forums.macnn.com/103/iphone-ipad-and-ipod/500367/strange-lines-across-screen/" rel='nofollow'>white and black lines</a> might show up across the screen of their iPhone 3GS...

DealNN: Retina MBP cut to $1,599

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:22:00 GMT

At MacMall.com this week, save 27 percent on the 13.3-inch <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285110==http://www.dealnn.com/13.3-inch-retina-mbp-cut-to-1599.html" rel='nofollow'>Retina MacBook Pro</a> which has been reduced by $600 -- from $2,200 down to $1,600. This MacBook Pro features a 2.9GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage along w...

DealNN: iMacs, printers and more

Fri, 03 May 2013 19:14:00 GMT

This weeks deals from DealNN include bargain prices on iMacs, printers, monitors and more. Currently MacConnection.com has the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284898==http://www.dealnn.com/220-off-21.5-inch-imac.html" rel='nofollow'>21.5-inch iMac</a> for $1,279, which is $220 off the MSRP and the lowest price we have seen on ...

Briefly: BlueReach Bluetooth adapter, WiMP iOS update

Fri, 03 May 2013 16:01:00 GMT

Pyle has released a new Bluetooth wireless-based music interface that can convert any 30-pin speaker dock into a wireless audio device. The <a href="http://www.pyleaudio.com/sku/PBTR70/Bluetooth-A2DP-Streaming-Audio-Interface-%28MusicAudio%29-Receiver-Adapter-for-30-Pin-Apple-iPodiPhoneiPad-Docking-Station-With-LED-Status-Indicator-and-35-mm-Stereo-Aux-Input">BlueReach&...

Briefly: Mophie Juice Pack for HTC One, HTC Watch service in trouble

Wed, 01 May 2013 10:03:00 GMT

Mophie has released a <a href="http://www.mophie.com/product-p/2370_jp-htc-one-blk.htm">Juice Pack</a> battery case for the <a href="http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/02/19/unibody.design.468ppi.pixel.density.snapdragon.600.processor/">HTC One</a>. Like the versions for iPhones in the past, the case doubles to offer ...

Briefly: Belkin finally launches Express Dock, Vue 11.5 update

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:46:00 GMT

After months of delays Belkin has finally made its <a href="http://www.belkin.com/us/F4U055/p/P-F4U055#">Thunderbolt Express Dock</a> available for purchase through its online store. First announced at CES 2011, the Express Dock was originally expected to be launched in September 2012. However, various <a href="http://www.electronista.com/articles/...

Briefly: iPhone used to track Boston Bombers, Pantone iPad cases

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:36:00 GMT

According to several recent news reports, an iPhone's GPS chip was used to help track the Boston Bombers to Watertown. <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284391==http://swampland.time.com/2013/04/21/give-thanks-for-dumb-terrorists/" rel='nofollow'>Time</a>, the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284392==http://www.nytimes.com/2013/04/25/us/officers-killing-spu...

Giveaway: win a Kanex meDrive File Server

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:20:00 GMT

Cloud storage has proven to be extremely useful; however, web-based services can get to be a bit pricey if more capacity is needed. The new Kanex meDrive Filer Server provides a cost-effective way to set up a local cloud storage system in a home or office. MacNN has teamed up with Kanex to give away one of these handy little devices to our readers. <br&...

Origin PC offers Radeon HD 7990 GPU for gaming enthusiast systems

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:05:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284100==http://www.originpc.com" rel='nofollow'>Origin PC</a> has announced the launch of the new AMD Radeon HD 7990 dual GPU graphics card for its line of enthusiast hardware. Powered by AMD's Graphics Core Next Architecture, the AMD Radeon HD 7990 features an astounding 8.6 billion transistors, 4,096 stream processors, 6GB DDR5 m...

Briefly: Filemaker survey, Radio Shack S4, MacBook Zendock

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:01:00 GMT

A new study by <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284102==http://www.filemaker.com/" rel='nofollow'>Filemaker</a> has found that mobile devices are being used for building management and other "inside" enterprise jobs as much or more than they are employed "in the field" or on-the-go. Businesses -- the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284...

Belkin rolls out 720p NetCam HD Wi-Fi surveillance camera

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:44:00 GMT

Gadget and computing accessory manufacturer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284081==http://www.belkin.com/" rel='nofollow'>Belkin</a> has announced the new <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284082==http://www.belkin.com/us/F7D7602-Belkin/p/P-F7D7602" rel='nofollow'>NetCam HD Wi-Fi Camera</a>. The new wireless networking camera pro...

DealNN: 62 percent off refurbished LaCie 1TB Little Big Disk

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:45:00 GMT

This week, eCost.com has reduced the price on the refurbished <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284087==http://www.dealnn.com/62-off-refurb.-lacie-1tb-little-big-disk.html" rel='nofollow'>LaCie 1TB Little Big Disk</a> external hard drive with Thunderbolt from $450 down to $170, a savings of $280. That's about $180 less than buying this hard drive brand new anywher...

DealNN: 62% off refurbished LaCie 1TB Little Big Disk

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:45:00 GMT

This week eCost.com has reduced the price on the refurbished <a href="http://www.dealnn.com/62-off-refurb.-lacie-1tb-little-big-disk.html">LaCie 1TB Little Big Disk</a> external hard drive with Thunderbolt from $449.99 down to $169.99, a savings of $280. That's about $180 less than buying this hard drive brand new anywhere else. This hard drive features 1TB o...

Logitech intros FabricSkin Keyboard Folio for iPad

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:02:00 GMT

Logitech has introduced its new <a href="http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/fabricskin-keyboard-folio?wt.mc_id=global_redirect_news_fabricskin">FabricSkin Keyboard Folio</a> for the Apple iPad. The new device is compatible with the iPad 2 as well as third and fourth generation iPads. The device takes some design cues from the Microsoft Surface TouchCover, b...

Bodelin expands microscope line with 20x-80x ProScope Micro Mobile

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:00:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283993==http://www.bodelin.com/" rel='nofollow'>Bodelin Technologies</a> has unveiled the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283994==http://www.bodelin.com/proscope" rel='nofollow'>ProScope Micro Mobile</a>, the first professional-level microscope to be made specifically to attach to mobile devices s...

Radio Shack expands Apple accessories line with Mac options

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 07:50:00 GMT

Coming on the heels of a similar expansion of Apple offerings in <a href="http://www.macnn.com/articles/13/02/26/online.offerings.only.limited.to.accessories.and.peripherals/">US Staples stores</a> in February, <a href="http://www.radioshack.com">Radio Shack</a> has opted to expand its current line of Apple-made iOS access...

Survey shows early interest in Apple iWatch

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 19:42:00 GMT

An undercurrent of interest in an <a href="http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/02/13/apple.could.be.well.into.smartwatch.development/">Apple "iWatch"</a> already exists, even though the accessory is still just rumored, a new 451 Research survey indicates. The firm polled 1,713 people between March 4 and the 19th, of which most respondents were N...

Briefly: Crayola Light Marker goes on sale, Iconic Bites by Susan Kare

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:27:00 GMT

Griffin has announced that the Crayola Light Marker, its new kids accessory for the iPad, is now available for purchase. By using the front facing camera and a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/crayola-light-marker/id610046917?mt=8">free iPad app</a>, the Crayola Light Marker allows users to interact with the iPad without touching the screen. Within the...

Mobiplex reveals SwingTIP iOS golf swing calibration tool

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 04:37:00 GMT

Mobile sports performance evaluation developers <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283765==http://www.mobiplex.com" rel='nofollow'>Mobiplex</a> has announced the availability of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283766==http://www.swingtip.com" rel='nofollow'>SwingTIP ProView App</a>, the next generation of software that compleme...

Briefly: DW09 wireless iOS sharing, iBank for iPad reaches v1.2

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:18:00 GMT

Apotop has launched the <a href="http://www.apotop.com.tw/gingle_en/productS/IDC_GIN140000010.aspx?ID=153">DW09 Wi-Reader</a>, a tool that can wirelessly transfer data across iOS devices, SD cards and USB drives. With the small device, up to three people can access and share information wirelessly, as well as simultaneously stream high-definition videos. The D...

Briefly: iPhone vision test, Cloud Mate, Lightning mounts

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283667==http://myvisiontrack.com" rel='nofollow'>Vital Art and Science</a> has debuted a new iPhone app to allow patients with degenerative eye conditions such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to monitor their condition at home. The program, called <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283667==http://myvisiontrac...

Briefly: Pick your price Mac app bundle, Elemental Collection released

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:14:00 GMT

Stacksocial has launched a new <a href="https://stacksocial.com/sales/the-name-your-own-price-mac-bundle-2-0">Mac app bundle</a> that lets customers pick their own price for 10 different apps. In order to receive all 10 apps customers must pay more than the average price, $7 as of this writing, while customers who pay less will only receive PhotoBulk, Elmedia...

DealNN: $449 off 15.4-inch MBP

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:01:00 GMT

Today's deal of the day from MacMall.com is on the 15.4-inch <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283494==http://www.dealnn.com/449-off-15.4-inch-macbook-pro.html" rel='nofollow'>MacBook Pro</a> which has been reduced by $449 -- lowering the cost from $2,549 down to $2,099. This MBP features a 2.7GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive along with ...

Giveaway: Bem Wireless Bluetooth speaker

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:07:00 GMT

Through modern history, portable audio devices have gone through many evolutionary phases -- from boom boxes and Walkman cassette tape players to CD and MP3 players. Now listening to music on the go consists of carrying around a smartphone and headphones, or a Bluetooth speaker. However, some Bluetooth speakers are too large to easily fit in a bag with other items. The Bēm Wireless m...

DealNN: MacBook Pro, printers and more

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:05:00 GMT

MacMall.com's deal of the day today is on the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283310==http://www.dealnn.com/349-off-13.3-inch-retina-macbook-pro.html" rel='nofollow'">13.3-inch Retina MacBook Pro</a>. It is regularly priced at $2,200, but has been reduced by $350 to $1,850. That discount makes this the lowest price we have seen on this Mac model by about $25...

Briefly: Defender iON coming Apr. 18, Bump loses iTunes access

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:40:00 GMT

<a href="http://www.engadget.com/2013/04/11/otterbox-iphone-4-4s-defender-case-ion-intelligence/">Engadget</a> has learned that Otterbox will be releasing its <a href="http://www.otterbox.com/defender-series-ion-intelligence/defender-series-ion-intelligence,default,pg.html">Defender case with iON Intelligence</a> on April ...

Troll Touch now offering touchscreens for latest slim-model iMacs

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 06:06:00 GMT

Custom touchscreen manufacturer and licensed Apple service provider <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283232==http://www.trolltouch.com/" rel='nofollow'>Troll Touch</a> has unveiled custom-made touchscreen solutions for the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283233==http://www.trolltouch.com" rel='nofollow'>latest model of iMac</a> -...

Powerocks debuts lightweight, compact Tarot backup battery

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 23:44:00 GMT

Power solution manufacturer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283200==http://www.powerocksusa.com/" rel='nofollow'>Powerocks</a> today announced <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283201==http://www.powerocksusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=370615" rel='nofollow'>Tarot</a> -- a backup battery designed to fit in a wallet, pocket...

Giveaway: win an Acase Arachne, or Acase F1 for iPad

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 22:18:00 GMT

Carry around an iPad long enough, and chances are pretty good that something will happen to it unless it is in some sort of protective case. The folks at Acase have been designing practical and stylish cases for iPads for years, and currently they have a selection that covers all of the modern iPad models. MacNN has two of these cases to give away to our reader...

Google adds Nexus 10 Book Cover, 6 months after launch

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:09:00 GMT

Google has added the first official accessory for its <a href=" http://www.electronista.com/articles/12/10/29/nexus.10.in.16gb.32gb.models.new.nexus.7.revealed/">Nexus 10</a> tablet, some six months after its October launch. The new <a href=" https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_10_Cover_Dark_Grey?id=nexus_10_cover_gray&featu...

Briefly: MAPi offers two new iPad mini cases, LightLinez USB cable

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 18:44:00 GMT

MAPi Cases has released two new leather cases, Orion and Milano, designed for the iPad Mini. The <a href="http://www.mapicases.com/orion-leather-mini-ipad-smart-case/">Orion for iPad mini</a> is a flip-style case that features an integrated pivoting cover which can act as a stand for the device. When used as a stand, the case can freely rotate between portrait...

Panasonic ships MST60, MS10 media streamers

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:20:00 GMT

Electronics manufacturer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/282960==http://www.panasonic.com/us/home/" rel='nofollow'>Panasonic</a> announced on Tuesday pricing and availability of its first-ever line of Streaming Media Players. The line-up, which were unveiled last month at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show, features two models -- the <a href=...

DealNN roundup: $300 off 13.3-inch Retina MBP

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:42:00 GMT

This week, MacConnection.com has the 13.3-inch Retina <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/282971==http://www.dealnn.com/300-off-13.3-inch-retina-macbook-pro.html" rel='nofollow'>MacBook Pro</a> for the reduced price of $1,500. That's $300 off the original price of $1,700, and the lowest price we have seen on this model by about $100. Free shipping is included, but sa...