Category: iPad

The HandStand iPad Case – Review

Cases, iPad, Review, Tablet 1

A first glance at the HandStand (I was sent the model designed for use with the original iPad), might make you think it looks pretty similar to the many other iPad cases. It’s not, though. For one thing, the HandStand is made of a tough, yet flexible polyurethane that can withstand a lot of abrasion and use. The literature supplied with the HandStand reminds us that this is the same material that skateboard wheels are made from.

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Kensington PowerLift Back-up Battery, Dock and Stand – Review

Battery Packs, iPad, iPhone, Review, Stand 0

The black and chrome battery charger is lightweight and compact, and easily slips into a pocket, purse, or camera bag. The unit measures 2.5″ x 2.3″ x 0.7″ and weighs 1.75 ounces. The device has a built-in USB cable that neatly tucks into the rear of the charger and has a power check button to indicate battery status. The dock connector is compatible with all recent generations of the iPod and iPhone. I also found that it charged my iPad 2 in a acceptable amount of time although the specifications do not mention the iPad. That was a pleasant surprise.

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Whither Thou Tablet?

Apple, iPad, Opinion, Tablet 0

It’s no secret that I like Apple products. The only computers in our house are Macs, my wife and I both have iPhones, and I was in line to buy an iPad 2 the day it was released.

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Battle of the Note Apps
Day 2

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All of us have used sticky notes at one time or another. They’re simple to use, and come in some great colors. If you’d like a note app that has the familiarity of sticky notes, take a look at Infinote Free.

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Otterbox Latch – Review

Cases, Cover, iPad, Review 1

The Latch is an accessory made of what looks like Cordura Nylon that can be strapped onto the back of your Otterbox encased iPad. It comes in one color at this time  black. Elastic bands strap onto the corners of your iPad, holding the Latch securely in place on the iPad’s back side. A well padded handle built into the Latch allows you to hold your iPad in one hand without fear of dropping it.

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C.E.O Hybrid for iPad – Review

Cases, Features, First Look, iPad 2

Marware has produced cases for iPhones, Blackberries and of course, iPads. The one thing that comes across of all of this is that Marware produces products that the user will find are well thought out and designed to be stylish and functional without breaking the bank.

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Peterson Birds of North America for iPad – Review

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True to the form of the paper version of the book, the iPad version of the Peterson Birds of North America is filled with rich illustrations and a wealth of information about birds that live throughout the continental U.S. Anyone who loves bird watching will definitely want to add this app to their library.

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Star Walk for iPad – Review

Apple, Apps, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Review 3

Star Walk is an app that is a skywatcher’s dream. When you first open the app, the first thing you notice is the impressive quality of the graphics. There is a tremendous amount of detail and resolution that helps make your experience on an iPad so noteworthy. The opening screen provides a wealth of astronomical data that most stargazers can appreciate. The rising and setting times and elevations of the Sun, Mars, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn accompany the impressive graphics of each of these celestial bodies. Further information on the day length is also provided with the Sun’s data. The lunar phases from yesterday to two days from now are also presented in an impressive three-dimensional view.

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Folio with Keyboard for iPad – Review

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There are cases for the iPad, and then there are “cases” for the iPad. Sena Cases has decided to produce one of the latter ones for the iPad. The Sena Folio with Keyboard is a handsomely designed and executed iPad case that provides the best possible case for the iPad and includes the additional bonus of a bluetooth keyboard that just fits beautifully into the unit and provides the user with the best possible working unit.

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Black Wallet for iPad – Review

Cases, First Look, iPad, Review 4

Made of genuine leather with a micro fiber lining that covers the case surfaces that come into contact with the iPad, the Wallet also provide additional zipper-able section that gives the user the capability to place an iPhone, credit cards, business cards, pens and other small items inside; plus there are two more zippered sections that one can store the earphones for the iPad and other items that one may want to have close.

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LightWake – App Review

Apps, iPad, Review 1

LightWake is an alarm clock for the iPad that gently wakes you up with soothing music and gradual light, like a sunrise. The sunrise duration can be set anywhere from 10 minutes to 60 minutes, during which time the screen gets brighter and the accompanying music increases in volume. In theory: a great idea. But not for me.

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Two Griffin iPad Cases
Review

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The Weeks Division of MyMac Labs received two iPad cases from Griffin Technologies. We took them both for short tours of duty using the wife’s iPad.

These two cases are fundamentally similar: hard shells protecting the back and sides of your precious iPad.

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