The LifeActiv quickmount and belt clip enables users to carry a smartphone attached to their belt or a backpack. The catch is that the gadget is a two-piece solution. The mount is an adhesive-backed square that must be attached to your phone’s case. It does not adhere to rubber and certain other materials. I had to remove the outer bumper on my OtterBox case and attach the mount to the plastic frame underneath.
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My first impressions of the sound of the thinksound MS02 and Rain3 earphones (in-ear monitors, or IEM) are based on comparisons to other IEM (Sennheiser IE800, RHA T20, B&O H3), to a few reference headphones, and to notes I’ve accumulated from many prior reviews. I’ll describe how I relate to these IEM (i.e. my personal tastes and how I use these earphones) only after covering all of the objective issues.
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I was a huge fan of Bob Dylan’s music from 1963-1970. I didn’t listen to many of Bob’s songs or albums during the following decades, with the exception of his CDs Good As I Been To You and World Gone Wrong from the early 1990s. Good As I Been To You is a raw and raunchy roots music retrospective, and is the better of the pair.
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My first impressions of the sound of the thinksound On2 headphones (On2 hereafter) are based on direct comparisons to other headphones, particularly those that resemble its design (mid-size portable), and also to a few premium headphones for reference. I’ll describe how I relate to the On2 (i.e., my personal tastes and how I use the headphone) after covering all of the objective issues.
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Are Bluetooth headphones superior to wired ones for outdoor sports? Until recently, I was convinced Bluetooth earphones were one of the best accessories I could use on my bike rides. I have my iPhone mounted on my handlebars, and with no wires attached, I can listen to music for the length of my ride—usually two or three hours, three or four times a week—without any impediments.
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Macally’s iUSBFlash is the best external storage device for an iPad or iPhone we have tested at MyMac, and it is a personal favorite. At roughly a dollar per gigabyte, it is a screaming value. Factor in USB3 speed, rugged construction, plus a compact design with style, and it’s a better deal. Include the best iOS custom storage app, and this is a product you should run, not walk, to get and have handy with your iPhone and iPad.
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Get one of these cases. Today. Insert your iPhone into it. Take a deep breath. Smile. Your precious phone is safe from drops and dips. Added bulk and weight are minimal, relative to the physical protection. Waterproof flaps cover your audio and Lightning ports. Capacitive screens cover the iPhone’s display. Custom audio port adapters are included.
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Creative’s new iRoar is the loudest, best-sounding, most versatile compact one-piece speaker I have ever heard. It improves upon its excellent Sound Blaster Roar and Roar Pro predecessors in every way possible. iRoar’s exceptional value makes its premium price worth every penny for listeners who demand the very best from a speaker that goes everywhere or performs perfectly in a fixed location.
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In the crowded category of fitness watches and bike computers, there seem to be new players every six months. Most of the better ones, like the feature-rich TomTom Spark, are reliable performers and highly competitive. With the introduction of the Spark, TomTom has added the ability to load music onto the watch and allows the user to listen with its high-quality Bluetooth earbuds, which come with the watch.
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VAVA Voom 20 is the best name ever for a speaker, and it lives up to its name. It’s an excellent go everywhere play everything portable speaker. Music sounds really good, television audio sounds great, and audiobooks sound outstanding. Design and construction are stylish and minimalist, in addition to being rugged and practical.
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Smartphones make it easy to take pictures. As a result, many people end up with huge amounts of precious storage space filled with images they’ve captured over a long period of time. If your phone has 16 GB of storage, you will find yourself running out of space and looking at warning messages unless you clean house or use a device like this 64GB Olala iDisk to move images and documents off the phone for instant remote viewing.
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The H5 feels substantial. Its short, thick cable rests on the back of the user’s neck, and the earbuds hook over the ears. They come with two different-sized ear cups, making it easy to find a fit for most ear configurations.
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WaterField Designs in San Francisco makes world class cases for tech and personal gear. Cycling pouches their latest and greatest. I have been using these two products for travel and cycling. They are versatile and good value.
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WaterField Designs in San Francisco makes world class cases for tech and personal gear. Toiletry totes are among their latest releases. I have been using this new product for travel. It is versatile and good value.
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Crystal clear audio and a comfortable ergonomic fit make these Bluetooth earphones a pleasure to use. They pair easily with my iPhone and have a typical wireless Bluetooth range of 30 feet. I use them paired with the phone on my bike’s handlebars and never lose a signal. I’ve also used them around my house with good results. The sound quality is very impressive.
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1More MK802 headphones achieve the impossible. Excellent sound both with cable and wireless Bluetooth. Great low price. Solid and stylish build. Comfortable ear pads. Three position bass control. Overall best value and audio for over-ear headphones. Strongest recommendation.
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LifeActiv Bike and Bar Mount is a $40 solution for cyclists who want to attach a smartphone or music player to their bike’s handlebars. If you read the clumsy instructions carefully, the mount can be attached to a bike in a minute. It took me more than an hour because the instructions were botched at a crucial step.
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In the dizzying world of audio accessories, price is not always a good indicator of quality. These Piston Classic In-Ear Headphones from 1More are a remarkable buy for only $20. I have famous brand over-the-ear headphones that cost nearly 20 times that much and don’t sound as clean and pleasing as the attractive Piston Classics.
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The field of full-sized Bluetooth keyboards for Mac is getting crowded. The earlier versions of Kanex’s multi-synch did not compete well against giants like Logitech and Zagg, but this latest Kanex entry may start to change that.
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Media 4 Soundbar from Q Acoustics in England is a high value, high fidelity, high performance, high style addition to your media experience. Use this compact and loud 100 watt amplified sound bar to enhance the audio from your television, to play Bluetooth wireless audio from your iPhone or iPad, to boost the sonic presence from your stereo system, to make your Mac rock the rafters, and much more.
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