If you weren’t one of the lucky few to snag the remodeled (and absurdly expensive) version of the coveted Technics SL-1200GAE DJ turntable before it sold out in 30 minutes, you’ll soon have the chance to pick up a very cool consolation prize. This week Pioneer announced the PLX-500 turntable that looks almost exactly like …
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Logitech Create keyboard case turns your 9.7
Logitech was the first third-party manufacturer to come out with a keyboard case for the 12.9-inch Apple iPad Pro last year, and now owners of the 9.7-inch tablet can join the fun too. Unlike Bluetooth keyboards, the Logitech Create keyboard case uses the Apple Smart Connector that automatically powers on and pairs with the iPad Pro when you snap it …
Read More »Samsung Galaxy Note 7: Everything you need to know
Now playing: Watch this: Everything Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 can do 2:03 Samsung has just unveiled its Galaxy Note 7 smartphone to the world — and it turns out all of the leaks and rumors were basically true. The news from this morning’s press conference in New York City: Samsung Galaxy Note 7 unveiled: 5.7-inch curved screen, 12MP camera, iris …
Read More »Amazon’s next noise
Here in New York City, noise-canceling headphones are as important as comfortable walking shoes. I throw a set in my bag every morning to fight the sound of shrilly subway trains, noisy construction crews and that saxophone busker guy who always manages to find my subway car. Muting the world might sound like bliss, but to walk around a busy …
Read More »Virgin America’s new app plays a curated Spotify soundtrack while you travel
It’s been a long time coming, but Virgin America is finally coming out with a smartphone app. The app, set to launch later this summer, enables you to book flights, check alerts and access mobile boarding passes. It can also soundtrack your trip with curated Spotify playlists designed to boost your mood while you travel. The app was designed by …
Read More »Galaxy Note 7 might let you do your Spanish homework underwater
By the time Samsung officially unwraps the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 on Tuesday, August 2, there may be no more secrets to tell. The company has already begun a teaser campaign for the Note 7 on Korean TV that strongly hinted that the new phone is water-resistant, like the other members of 2016’s Galaxy S7 family. Then, TalkAndroid.com spilled on …
Read More »The last VCR manufacturer in Japan will close shop next month
When Sony announced plans to end production of Betamax videocassettes last year, we knew that VHS tapes would eventually succumb to the same fate, and now the 33-year-old format is officially dust. According to a report in the Nikkei newspaper, the last remaining Japanese manufacturer of video-cassette recorders will finally close down operations next month. Funai Electric has been making …
Read More »Play Pokemon Go three times longer using this Pokeball battery charger
Did you know that Pokemon Go players are experiencing a 10 percent drop in battery life for every 20 minutes of gameplay on some smartphones? Even with power-saving mode on, it’s only a matter of time before you’re stranded in the field without an outlet to plug into. Sure, you can pick up any of these affordable chargers to carry …
Read More »Amazon serves up half
For today only, Amazon is serving up another Gold Box sale on Logitech desktop accessories with up to half-off the retail price for select wireless mice, keyboards, and PC speakers. We’re expecting a full product refresh later this year since most of these models are several years old, but this is still a great opportunity to replace your old gear …
Read More »Roll into your next tailgate party with the Kicker Bullfrog Jump wireless speaker
You probably haven’t heard of Kicker unless you’re into tricking out your car stereo with aftermarket gear, but the company just announced a new portable Bluetooth speaker for sports fans that could be a hit with tailgaters this summer. I know you’re thinking the world doesn’t need another portable speaker, but the Bullfrog Jump is different because it’s meant to …
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