Kickstarter, the crowd-funding portal, has a lot of interesting “projects” that are seeking backing, but it isn’t always easy to tell how unique or exceptional they truly are. Take the just-launched ChargeCard. It’s a USB-charging cable for iOS devices that’s in the shape of a business card. The ChargeCard looks cool but I seem to …

After Google recently shook up the 7-inch tablet space with its well-received Nexus 7, much of the speculation has focused on rumors that Amazon and Apple would soon introduce new “mini” tablets. Now we’re getting word from a credible source that Barnes & Noble, a 7-inch pioneer with its Nook Color and Nook Tablet, is set to bring out out …

MartinLogan is known for making high-end speakers, so it came as a little bit of a surprise when I saw that the company’s just-announced Mikros 70 reference in-ear headphones were priced at a fairly modest $149.95. I haven’t tried the earphones out but MartinLogan describes them as, “Inspired by the sonic clarity and detail of our legendary electrostatic speakers and …

For the past few years, we’ve kept a running list of top titles not out on Blu-ray. It started out with 40 titles and has been whittled down to 15 in more recent months. “Chariots of Fire,” which won an Academy Award for Best Picture in 1981 and hit stores yesterday (just in time for the Olympics), is the latest …

Combining a comfortable fit with excellent sound for the money, Klipsch’s Image S4 and S4i have long been some of our favorite earphones here at CNET. That said, I’ve seen some complaints about them not being durable enough, especially for sporting activities. Well, Klipsch has apparently heard those criticisms and smartly made a ruggedized version of the earphone that’s simply …

The Samsung Galaxy S3 accessories keep rolling out, and iSkin’s getting in on the GS3 action with its Aura and Vibes lines of cases. For its Vibes line ($29.99), which comes in multiple colors, iSkin touts its Microban antimicrobial protection, which “helps prevent the growth of bacteria that can cause stains and odors.” I’m not sure I’ve ever had a …

I’m actually kind of surprised we haven’t seen an iPhone case like this already, but Ego is calling its Hybrid Series USB Case for the iPhone 4/4S a “world’s first.” Yes, this one features a slide-in USB drive that’s available in six color options and 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB storage capacities. The case itself also comes in different colors, and …

Edifier, which has made a few funky-looking media speaker systems over the years, has now added another aesthetically interesting unit to its lineup: the Prisma, a 2.1 Bluetooth speaker system that just hit the market for $129.99. Aside from the design, Edifier is highlighting the fact that the Prisma has a 48-watt power rating and its wired remote control is …

Amazon opened a lot of eyes when it introduced the Kindle Fire last year at $199. Many people expected it to come out at $249, but Amazon surprised everybody with $199. Now Google’s done the same with its Asus-made Nexus 7, which, on paper anyway, offers the best specs for a 7-inch tablet at its price point, besting its closest …

As many you already know, Monster had a partnership with Beats to manufacture Beats by Dr. Dre headphones, which now come in a variety of styles and sizes. Not too long ago the two companies severed ties, but that hasn’t stopped Monster from making new headphones, and its Inspiration models officially arrive today, making their initial appearance at retail in …