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Macworld/ iWorld – Day 1

March 26, 2014March 7, 2025 Features, iWorld, Macworld Expo, Opinion 0

Yes Virginia, the Macworld Expo is alive and well and living at the Moscone North. Nice to be back here after a few years over at the West building.

DOES Apple need to release an actual Apple TV?

March 19, 2014March 7, 2025 Features 2

The quick answer is no. The longer answer is HELL no! However that rarely stops bloggers with little else to do (apparently) from talking incessantly about how Apple should not only release an actual Apple-branded Television set, but it should be 4K! And sparkly! With rainbows shooting out of its butt!

Korus Wireless Speakers – Review

March 18, 2014March 7, 2025 Audio, Features, Music, Review, Speakers, Wireless 0

There was a time, before iPods, when we would put a CD in our big home stereo, sit down, relax, and listen to music. What a concept listening to music, out in the open. That has mostly gone away. We listen to music with earphones, in our cars, at the gym, in the background, whenever time permits. We lead busy lives without enough time to relax.

Aperion Allaire Bluetooth Wireless Premium Stereo Speakers – Analysis and Review

February 25, 2014March 7, 2025 Audio, Bluetooth, Features, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iTunes, Macintosh, Music, Review, Speakers 2

This exciting new Allaire Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Speakers stereo system is priced midway into the $250 to $500 premium category. If you are tempted to save money and buy a competitor’s less expensive bookshelf product, consider first the added value Aperion provides. Keep reading; the news improves to match the stellar sound from the company’s new Aperion Allaire Bluetooth, referred to here as Allaire BT.

DataColor SpyderCAPTURE Pro – Review

February 21, 2014March 7, 2025 Camera, Features, Photography, Review 0

Photography is an art, and in art colors matter. Say you are taking product shots in a controlled lighting environment. There are tools that can help you gather the right color information while you shoot. If your workflow requires this, you may want to take a look at the SpyderCAPTURE Pro from DataColor.

Fuz Designs EverDock for iPhone – Review

February 18, 2014March 4, 2025 Adapter, Dock, Features, iPad, iPhone, Review 0

The dock is made from a heavy piece of aluminum with plenty off suction on the bottom to hold it in place on a glass or wood surface.

A.M.P. pulse wireless headphones – Video Review

February 6, 2014March 7, 2025 Features, Review, Video 2

A.M.P. pulse wireless headphones

Recording your Mac’s voice

January 7, 2014January 7, 2014 Features, How-To, Mac, Mac OS X 1

Apple doesn’t always make things easy. Especially when it comes to audio. However with a little bit of searching, you might find that all

IK Multimedia iRig Pro – User Report Review

December 23, 2013March 7, 2025 Adapter, Audio, Features, iPad, Macintosh, Music, Review 0

IK Multimedia has introduced an excellent new product for the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. The iRig Pro is an accessory for both amateur musicians like myself or for the more seasoned musician.

Kensington Virtuoso Touch Stylus & Pen – Review

December 17, 2013March 5, 2025 Features, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Review, Tablet 0

This Virtuoso Touch Stylus and Pen from Kensington is comfortable to hold and seems precise when used with a smart phone or tablet screen. One end is a good stylus and the other end, covered by a cap with a chrome clip, is a ballpoint pen that takes Parker refills. If you want to use the pen, remove the cap and slide it over the stylus at the other end.

Macally SCASEPA5-B Slim Folio Case for the iPad Air – Guest Review

December 13, 2013March 7, 2025 Cases, Features, iPad, Review, Tablet 0

The thin, light, sturdy, elegant, and very practical Macally SCASEPA5-B Slim Folio Case for the iPad Air has simple yet clever construction. Hard-case protection and versatility are provided without compromising the extremely thin and light virtues of the iPad Air. That simplicity also permits Macally to offer the case for the reasonably low suggested retail price of $30.

Amped Wireless RTA15 High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router and REA20 WI-FI Range Extender – Review

December 9, 2013March 5, 2025 Adapter, Audio, Features, Macintosh, Modem, Network, Review 0

The Amped Wireless RTA15 High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router is blazingly fast, easy to set up, and broadcasts a powerful Wi-Fi signal that enables you to stream HD programs smoothly and without interruption. There are many similar products on the market for a lower price. Some are equal to or faster than this one, but for ease of use, reliability and coverage, the RTA15 is a strong competitor and highly recommended.

thinksound On1 Stereo Headphones – Full Review

December 4, 2013March 7, 2025 Adapter, Audio, Earphones, Features, Headphones, Headset, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iTunes, Macintosh, Microphone, Music, Review, Speakers 0

First impressions of the Thinksound On1: A slightly emphasized bass, with neutral and detailed treble, and a slightly forward perspective in voices and midrange instrumental sounds.

MXL USB microphones – Audiocast Review – Studio 1 Red Dot and AC-404

December 3, 2013February 9, 2025 Audio, Earphones, Features, Headphones, Macintosh, Microphone, Music, Review, Stand 0

Â MXL USB microphones – Audiocast Review – Studio 1 Red Dot and AC-404 MXL Studio 1 Red Dot USB MicrophoneÂ $85 to $100 Internet

Soundcast Melody Wireless Bluetooth Speaker – User Report Review

December 2, 2013February 9, 2025 Adapter, Audio, Battery, Bluetooth, Features, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, iTunes, Music, Review, Speakers, Wireless 0

Melody Wireless Bluetooth Speaker – User Report Review Soundcast $450 You are familiar with surround sound, but do you know about round sound and

iB85 Bluetooth Wireless Headphones with Mic, Remote Control, and Pouch – Review

November 27, 2013March 7, 2025 Audio, Battery, Bluetooth, Earphones, Features, Headphones, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, iTunes, Macintosh, Microphone, Music, Review, Speakers 0

iHome Audio’s iB85 Bluetooth Wireless Headphones comes with a handy, weatherproof carrying case, comprehensive written instructions, and a USB charging cable. These on-ear headphones are attractive black, red, and silver, with hinge-folding earpieces for travel convenience. The left earpiece has power, Bluetooth, volume, and track advance button zones.

FLOTE m2 and iKlip – Two Best iPad Stands Ever – Nemo Memo

November 26, 2013March 7, 2025 Features, iPad, Music, Nemo Memo, Photography, Review, Stand, Tablet 0

If you want to have your iPad positioned within a zillion height and range possibilities, FLOTE m2 Floor Stand is on the top of your purchase wish list. The clamps that contain your iPad are spring-loaded, so almost every tablet in the world can be used with this ultra-premium FLOTE stand’s cradle.

thinksound On1 Headphones and Audioengine A2+ Speakers – Wood Is Good – Nemo Memo

November 22, 2013March 7, 2025 Audio, Earphones, Features, Headphones, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iTunes, Macintosh, Microphone, Music, Nemo Memo, Review, Speakers 0

Plastic may be fantastic, but wood is definitely good for top quality personal audio speaker and headphone enclosures. Both thinksound and Audioengine use wood for optimum performance in their newest releases.

Keith McMillen Instruments QuNeo Music Controller – Review

November 19, 2013March 7, 2025 Adapter, Audio, Features, iPad, Music, Review, Tablet 0

The Keith McMillen QuNeo is a pad based controller designed for music or video creation and performance applications. The QuNeo shows input response through 251 multicolor, programmable LEDs. It communicates MIDI via USB through: 16 Pads with velocity, pressure, and x/y sensitivity; 8 pressure-sensitive touch slider; 1 long pressure-sensitive multi-touch slider; 2 pressure-sensitive rotary encoders; and 17 pressure-sensitive buttons. In short, the QuNeo is a monster of a machine.

Staad Laptop BackPack – Quick Review & Comment

November 19, 2013March 5, 2025 Back Pack, Bag, Features, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Laptop Case, Macbook, Review 0

The Staad Backpack is an attractive case for hauling around a 15-inch laptop, a tablet, and related gear. For people wanting to make an impression in the corporate environment, this may be just the ticket, as the company’s promoters imply. I tend to doubt that any backpack is going to make much of a splash among the tie and cufflinks crowd.