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Microsoft updating Kinect for Windows motion sensor next year

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:59:00 GMT

Microsoft will be releasing an updated version of its <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286252==http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/03/17/object.scanning.and.refined.hand.gestures.in.new.sdk.version/" rel='nofollow'>Kinect for Windows</a> sensor next year. Following on from the launch of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286253==http://www.electronis...

ProDesk3D color 3D printer open to pre-order, blue option added

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:20:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286248==http://botobjects.com/" rel='nofollow'>BotObjects</a>, the creators of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286249==http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/04/29/desktop.3d.printer.offers.color.25.micron.accuracy.simple.setup/" rel='nofollow'>ProDesk3D printer</a>, has opened it up for pre-...

Brother MFC-9000 series digital all-in-ones include color touchscreens

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:28:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286241==http://www.brother-usa.com/" rel='nofollow'>Brother</a> has rolled out a new range of digital color all-in-one devices aimed at small business users. The MFC-9000 series of printers all use a 3.7-inch color touchscreen display with WebConnect and offer Wi-Fi connectivity, with the MFC-9340CDW flagship model providing a prin...

Ultimate Ears brings out 'social' Bluetooth speaker

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Audio accessory maker <a href="http://www.ultimateears.com/">Ultimate Ears</a> has announced a new wireless Bluetooth portable speaker, the <a href="http://www.ultimateears.com/">UE Boom</a>. Available in six colors, the mini-speaker is intended to be portable and offers 360-degree sound from all sides of the easy-grip dev...

Zagg debuts ZaggKeys Cover, Folio for iPad mini

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:57:00 GMT

Zagg <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286109== http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130521005236/en/ZAGG-Debuts-Thinnest-Robust-Keyboard-Accessories-Apple" rel='nofollow'>has debuted</a> a pair of new iPad mini Bluetooth keyboard accessories at CTIA Las Vegas. The ZaggKeys Cover for the iPad mini, pictured, is the latest in its iPad line of popular keyboard co...

DealNN: $25 off Mac mini

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:36:00 GMT

Newegg.com is celebrating Memorial Day with price cuts on a wide selection of items. Included in that list is the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/286061==http://www.dealnn.com/mac-mini-only-774.html" rel='nofollow'>Mac mini</a> which retails for $799. Until the 27th, use coupon code 'MEMRDAY22' at checkout to drop the price to $774. That earns it the title of lo...

Kodak unveils new Mac-oriented scanner model

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:47:00 GMT

Kodak, continuing its journey back from bankruptcy, has introduced a <a href="http://www.kodak.com/go/i940forMac">ScanMate i940 scanner</a> specifically aimed at Apple users for the North American and European market. In addition to featuring increase image accuracy and precision capture, the unit now comes bundled with <a href="http://www.newsofti...

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. ...

BT to create 4G network using home routers, provide cellular service

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:33:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285470==http://www.bt.com/" rel='nofollow'>British Telecom</a> will be using the spectrum it picked up in the United Kingdom's <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285471==http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/02/20/total.of.4g.auction.winning.bids.lower.than.anticipated/" rel='nofollow'>4G spectrum auction<...

Roku adds PBS, PBS Kids programming to line of video streamers

Wed, 08 May 2013 20:43:00 GMT

Media streamer hardware maker <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285236==http://blog.roku.com/blog/2013/05/08/pbs-and-pbs-kids-arrive-on-roku/" rel='nofollow'>Roku</a> has deployed a new app set, adding PBS and PBS Kids content to most of its line of video streaming set-top boxes within the US. Now available for streaming are shows such as American...

AT&T Beam USB modem offers 4G LTE connectivity, built-in LCD screen

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:47:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285035==http://www.att.com/" rel='nofollow'>AT&T</a> has added to its range of 4G LTE connectivity devices with a built-in display. The AT&T Beam from <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/285036==http://www.sierrawireless.com/" rel='nofollow'>Sierra Wireless</a> is a USB modem that conn...

Adobe reveals Project Mighty and Napoleon drawing tools for tablets

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:19:00 GMT

Adobe showed off a hardware project for drawing it has been working on at its <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284993==http://www.macnn.com/articles/13/05/06/company.continues.subscription.push/" rel='nofollow'>MAX Conference</a>. <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284994==http://xdce.adobe.com/mighty/" rel='nofollow'>Project Mighty</a&...

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 ...

Staples places Cube 3D printers on sale online, in-store June

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:33:00 GMT

Office supply chain Staples has started selling 3D printers through its online store, and a number of its retail locations by the end of June. The store is <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284870==http://www.staples.com/Cube-3D-Printers/product_SS2044291" rel='nofollow'>stocking</a> the Cube 3D printer from <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284871==http://c...

HP Scanjet Pro3000 s2 announced, includes 50-page automatic feeder

Thu, 02 May 2013 19:59:00 GMT

HP has announced the availability of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284789==http://www8.hp.com/uk/en/products/scanners/product-detail.html?oid=5363528" rel='nofollow'>Scanjet Pro3000 s2</a> for business users. Said to plug into existing scanning platforms, the sheet feed scanner includes a 50-page automatic feeder for mass document scanning, and is capable o...

DealNN: 27-inch iMac cut to $2,899

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:09:00 GMT

This week, MacMall.com has lowered the price on the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284645==http://www.dealnn.com/27-inch-imac-cut-to-2899.html" rel='nofollow'>27-inch iMac</a> from $2,949 down to $2,899 with free shipping. That's a savings of $49, making this the lowest price on this iMac brand new. This iMac features a 3.4GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RA...

Apple wins patents on smart contact service, physical input for iOS

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:05:00 GMT

Apple has won a pair of new patents from the US Patent and Trademark Office, says AppleInsider. One, Method and system for facilitating contacting people using electronic devices, describes a software <a href="http://appleinsider.com/articles/13/04/30/apple-patents-method-to-determine-the-best-way-to-contact-som...

Reviewed: HighPoint RocketU 1144CM USB 3.0 4x PCI-E card

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMT

Apple was one of the first -- if not the first -- major computer manufacturers to provide then-fledgling USB support at the expense of legacy ports on its iMac line some 15 ago. Since then, the Mac maker hasn't always been the fastest at adding new USB protocols to machines, generally lagging six months or more behind, depending on the product line. The Mac Pro is languishing these days, awaiting ...

Nest 3.5 update adds Cool to Dry, Sunblock modes

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:21:00 GMT

Nest Labs is pushing out a v3.5 update to owners of the <a href="http://www.electronista.com/articles/12/10/02/second.gen.nest.thermostat.gets.sleeker.design.internal.changes.new.software/">Nest Learning Thermostat</a> at 9PM Eastern today. The firmware upgrade includes two new modes, beginning with Cool to Dry, which turns on air conditioning to reduce humid...

DealNN: MBP for $2,099; 64GB Touch for $329

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:56:00 GMT

Deals from DealNN this week include price cuts on MacBook Pros, iPods and more. Today's deal of the day from MacMall.com is on the 15.4-inch <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284422==http://www.dealnn.com/15.4-inch-macbook-pro-only-2099.html" rel='nofollow'>MacBook Pro</a> which has been reduced by $549, lowering the cost from $...

Leap 3D Motion Controller delayed until July 22

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:35:00 GMT

The shipping date for the Leap Motion 3D Motion Controller has been delayed from <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/284306==http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/02/27/best.buy.opens.orders.for.may.19th.delivery/" rel='nofollow'>May 13th</a> until July 22, says the company's CEO. Michael Buckwald revealed the information during a conference call earlier today. &qu...

FreedomPop expands 3G coverage, announces Overdrive Pro for Sprint

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:13:00 GMT

Mobile data provider FreedomPop has announced an expansion of its 3G coverage through support for Sprint. The change is effective immediately, and should enable nationwide access, solving some complaints about gaps in the carrier's service. The company sells cases and hotspots that enable otherwise Wi-Fi-only devices to get 3G/4G connections; each accessory comes with 500MB of free 4G data per m...

QuickerTek EyeBattery upgraded to support MagSafe 2 adapters

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:36:00 GMT

Power solutions provider <a href="http://www.quickertek.com/">QuickerTek</a>, has just unveiled an external battery for the Apple MacBook Pro line of laptops, including models with the new Retina display. The <a href="http://www.quickertek.com/batteries.html">new EyeBattery</a> adds up to four more hours of battery power t...

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...

Logitech updates gaming software drivers, enhances Mac compatibility

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:30:00 GMT

As part of Logitech's <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283884==http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/03/20/new.devices.tailored.for.comfort.and.extended.play.sessions/ " rel='nofollow'>rebranding initiative</a> for its gaming products, the company has revealed that the Logitech Gaming Software (LGS) has been updated to support Max OS X for the e...

DealNN: MacBook Air, Epson printer, more

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:50:00 GMT

At eCost.com this week, save $48 on the 13.3-inch <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/283866==http://www.dealnn.com/13.3-inch-macbook-air-reduced-to-1250.html" rel='nofollow'>MacBook Air</a>, which has been reduced from $1,299 to $1,250. That's the lowest price we have seen on this Mac model anywhere. Free shipping is included, but sales tax applies for residents of ...

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...

DealNN: Lenovo IdeaPad S400, cut to $399, more

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 20:01:00 GMT

This week, TigerDirect.com has reduced the price of the 14-inch <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/282459==http://www.dealnn.com/lenovo-ideapad-s400-notebook-pc-now-399.html" rel='nofollow'>Lenovo IdeaPad</a> S400 notebook PC from $540 down to $400 for a savings of $140. That's about $70 less than the lowest price we've seen anywhere else. Free shipping is included,...

Microsoft wins patent for Surface Touch Cover keyboard

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 09:51:00 GMT

Microsoft has won patents for the <a href="http://patft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&u=%2Fnetahtml%2FPTO%2Fsearch-adv.htm&r=12&p=1&f=G&l=50&d=PTXT&S1=(20130326.PD.+AND+Microsoft.ASNM.)&OS=ISD/20130326+AND+AN/Microsoft&RS=(ISD/20130326+AND+AN/Microsoft)">ornamental design&...

Logitech reveals Keyboard Folios for iPad, iPad mini

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:52:00 GMT

Logitech has taken the wraps off its new <a href="http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/keyboard-folio?crid=1325">Keyboard Folio for iPad</a> and <a href="http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/keyboard-folio-mini?crid=1325">Keyboard Folio for iPad mini</a>. The new products are the latest in Logitech's popular line of key...

Moshi backlit Luna Keyboard now shipping

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:07:00 GMT

The Moshi backlit <a href="http://moshimonde.com/product/luna.aspx">Luna Keyboard</a> aimed at Mac users dual-booting into Windows 8, 7 and XP is now shipping. The new wired keyboard incorporates laser-etched illuminated keys combined with a scissor-key mechanism designed for tactile responsiveness. Moshi says that it has been ergonomically designed with a 9 ...

DealNN: 55-inch Samsung 3D LED HDTV cut to $1,152; more

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:54:00 GMT

At Amazon this week, save 47 percent on the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281734==http://www.dealnn.com/samsung-55-inch-3d-led-slim-hdtv.html" rel='nofollow'>Samsung 55-inch 3D LED slim HDTV</a> which had a list price of $2,450, but has been reduced to $1,298, a savings of $1,152. That's lower than the lowest price we have seen anywhere else by about $400. Free...

Logitech shows gaming focus, unveils eight new products

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:29:00 GMT

While input device manufacturer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281526==http://www.logitech.com/" rel='nofollow'>Logitech</a> has made gaming-focused accessories for some time, the company is now formalizing the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281527==http://www.logitech.com/en-us/microsites/gaming-science?wt.mc_id=global_redirect_gscience" rel='nof...

Asus reveals the GX1000, first mouse for 'hardcore' gamers

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:36:00 GMT

Asus has taken the wraps off its first ëhardcore' gaming mouse, the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281472== http://www.asus.com/Keyboards_Mice/GX1000_Eagle_Eye_Mouse/" rel='nofollow'>Republic of Gamers GX1000</a>. The new mouse is clad in aluminum and incorporates a wide range of programmable functions to help ensure optimal gaming control, while its shape ...

Hulu redesigns Apple TV app with new layout, features

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:56:00 GMT

Hulu has launched a new version of its Apple TV app for Hulu Plus subscribers. The app uses a new interface, for example adding TV, Movies, Kids, and Latino content categories to the top navigation bar. Each category highlights both new content and any series a person already watches. Along similar lines, the app as a whole sports a new "Shows You Watch" tray, which makes it easier to...

DealNN roundup: Toshiba 23-inch all-in-one, now $999

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 17:40:00 GMT

This week, JR.com has reduced the price of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281413==http://www.dealnn.com/toshiba-23-inch-all-in-one-desktop-pc.html" rel='nofollow'>Toshiba 23-inch</a> all-in-one desktop PC from $1,150 down to $1,000, a savings of $150. That discount makes this the lowest price we have seen on this computer by $30. Free shipping is available, ...

Briefly: Galaxy S 4 HP printing support, Cloud Mate update

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:45:00 GMT

HP and Samsung have partnered up to provide native <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281293==http://www.hp.com" rel='nofollow'>HP printing support</a> in the upcoming <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/281294==http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/03/14/galaxy.s.4.has.five.inch.amoled.display.launching.in.april/" rel='nofollow'>Samsung Galaxy S ...

Briefly: Galaxy S4 HP printing support, Cloud Mate update

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:45:00 GMT

HP and Samsung have partnered up to provide native HP printing support in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S 4. The built-in printing support will allow Galaxy S 4 owners to send a printable file to most HP Inkjet and LaserJet network printers without the need to download an app. Support is included for more than 180 different HP network printers, as well as for numerous printing options such as duplex...

Nest founder talks durability: 'It's not like a smartphone'

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 02:46:00 GMT

Popular iOS-compatible smart thermostat Nest isn't designed to be replaced every couple of years like the smartphones it can interface with. This according to Nest founder Matt Rogers, who touted the device's design for longevity in a "Fireside Chat" Saturday at Engadget's Expand conference. Rogers also explained that his company's thermostat--which w...

Briefly: Props Power Case for iPad, LabelWorks Iron-On Kit

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:14:00 GMT

Digital Treasures has launched a new iPad case that integrates either a 12,000 or 8,000 mAh battery for charging the device. Available for the iPad 4, iPad 3, iPad 2, and iPad mini, the <a href="http://www.digitaltreasures.com/category/cases/props-power-cases/>Props Power Case</a> offers full device protection as well as a built-in LED status indicator. The iPad ve...

IRIS debuts scanner embedded into mouse with added OCR suite

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 23:05:00 GMT

OCR developer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/280966==http://www.irislink.com/c2-646-189/I-R-I-S----OCR-software-and-Document-Management-solutions.aspx" rel='nofollow'>IRIS</a> has announced the availability of the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/280967==http://www.irislink.com/c2-2415-189/IRIScan-Mouse---You-swipe--it-scans-.aspx" rel='nofollow'&am...

CasaTunes debuts multi-room AirPlay music servers

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:54:00 GMT

Whole-house audio systems maker <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/280901==http://www.casatunes.com/" rel='nofollow'>CasaTunes</a> has announced a line of <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/280902==http://www.casatunes.com/multi-room-audio/index.php/product-tour/" rel='nofollow'>multi-room music servers</a> that offer built-in compati...

Smaller A5 chip in Apple TV still 32nm Samsung design

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:29:00 GMT

The <A href="http://www.electronista.com/articles/13/03/11/new.a5.processor.on.28nm.process.suggests.transition.from.samsung/">new, smaller A5 chip in recent Apple TVs</a> is actually still a Samsung design, and still built using a 32nm process, says semiconductor analysis firm Chipworks. Initial examination suggested that the processor had switched to 28nm, ...

Ableton ships Live 9 software, Push hardware controller

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:22:00 GMT

Ableton has launched <A href="https://www.ableton.com/en/live">Live 9</a>, a major update of its flagship music production software. Among changes in the suite are Session automation -- the ability to record automation in real-time within a clip -- and a overhauled browser, which locates instruments, effects, samples, and plugins within a single view, and sup...

Gear4 intros iPhone 5 alarm clock, speaker dock

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:07:00 GMT

Gear4 has taken the wraps off its <a href=" http://www.gear4.com/product/_/1243/alarmdock-halo-3/?cid=693">AlarmDock Halo 3</a> and <a href=" http://www.gear4.com/product/_/1248/streetparty-5/?cid=693">StreetParty 5</a>, both designed for the iPhone 5 and its proprietary Lightning connector. Gear4 claims that the AlarmDock...

Logitech to cull 140 employees under cost cutting measures

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:11:00 GMT

Peripheral manufacturer <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/280157==http://www.logitech.com/en-us/home" rel='nofollow'>Logitech</a> is looking to lay off five percent of its workforce over the next year, as part of a cost-savings exercise. The savings, expected to total between $16 and $18 million in its 2014 fiscal year, will come partly from the loss of 140 jobs, a...

Briefly: Explorer USB DAC, Shortwave comes to App Store

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:39:00 GMT

<a href="http://macnn.com/rd/279873==http://www.meridian-audio.com" rel='nofollow'>Meridian</a> has introduced the <a href="http://macnn.com/rd/279874==http://www.meridian-audio.com/en/collections/products/explorer-1000/4/" rel='nofollow'>Explorer</a>, a new portable USB Digital to Analog Converter (DAC). The Explorer can ...

Hands-on: Logitech Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard, Mac, iOS

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:24:00 GMT

The Logitech Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard for the Mac and iOS users, first revealed late last year, is now shipping. From a distance, the Logitech keyboard looked as though it was the Bluetooth keyboard that Mac users have been looking for with the addition of keybaord backlighting. While the Apple Wireless Keyboard is popular choice for Mac users, it does not have backlighting like its MacBook ...

Review: Killer Concepts RocksteadyXS Bluetooth speaker

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 21:00:00 GMT

Headphones and portable speakers are, for my money, still the best uses of Bluetooth, at least when it comes to audio. There are other options, like connecting to a full-sized stereo or car system, but in those cases there are often equally convenient alternatives with better fidelity. It's when you're traveling somewhere that fidelity takes a back seat to qualities like compact size, or minimizin...

Acer debuts pair of LED backlit displays

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:05:00 GMT

Acer America is now offering the H6 Series LED-backlit displays to consumers in the United States. The new monitors feature near zero frame construction and are available in two sizes - 21.5-inch and 23-inch. Both models have Full 1080p HD IPS panels, which allow for wide viewing angles up to 178 degrees. The new line of monitors can also tilt from -5 to 15-degrees, so users can adjust them for th...