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This card reader from ADATA works with iOS, Android and Windows

The ADATA AI910 Lightning Card Reader Plus is a 3-way card reader that works with iOS, Android, your laptop and desktop computers. It features an SD card slot and a micro SD card slot that support cards with capacities up to 256GB.

With a lightning connector and a 2-in-1 connector that has both USB A and micro USB connectors, you can share files across iOS, Android, Windows devices, action cameras, and more. Use the adapter to share files, backup files, even playback 4K video.

With a pass-through connection that can be used with power banks or a USB wall adapter, you won’t have to worry about running out of juice while watching video from a memory card on your iPhone or Android device.

The ADATA AI910 Lightning Card Reader Plus is priced at $47.37. You can find more info at ADATA and order one from Amazon.

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This card reader from ADATA works with iOS, Android and Windows originally appeared on on February 24, 2017 at 8:00 am.

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Pay as little as $1 for an awesome bundle of Make: IoT and Raspberry Pi how-to ebooks

If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about using Raspberry Pi and Arduino hardware to get into the IoT scene, today is your lucky day. Make: and Humble Bundle Books have teamed up to offer an extraordinary deal that not only rewards you with a great collection of geeky eBooks, but it also helps STEM education.

The Board Basics bundle includes $350+ worth of ebooks that cover all aspects of working with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other sensors. The books take you from getting started to building sophisticated projects. How do you get them? You can name your own price to access them with a $1 minimum for the Board Basics Bundle. There are two other bundles add more ebooks including a $8 bundle and a $15 bundle which includes all the books in all three bundles. Proceeds benefit Maker Ed, the nonprofit organization which supports STEM education in the classroom and beyond.

For more info about the bundles, visit Humblebundle.com. The deal expires after March 7 2017, so don’t wait too long.

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Pay as little as $1 for an awesome bundle of Make: IoT and Raspberry Pi how-to ebooks originally appeared on on February 23, 2017 at 5:01 pm.

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You’ll soon be able to transform your existing iPhone 7 into a jet white version

The jet black version of the iPhone 7 has been very popular and has sparked rumors that Apple might offer a jet white version of the iPhone. If a shiny white iPhone appeals to you, but the thought of having to buy a brand new phone doesn’t, Totallee has you covered. Actually, they will have your iPhone 7 covered with an ultra slim case that transforms the iPhone into a jet white look without the paying an arm and a leg for it. If this case is anything like Totallee’s other thin cases, the price will be very affordable. Check out their frosted white scarf case which is only $19 to see what I mean. Totallee’s jet white case won’t be available until March, so keep an eye out for it on their site and Amazon.

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You’ll soon be able to transform your existing iPhone 7 into a jet white version originally appeared on on February 23, 2017 at 10:01 am.

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Brightech DoublePlay HD Bluetooth 4.0 transmitter / splitter review

This is the Brightech – DoublePlay HD Bluetooth 4.0 Transmitter / Splitter. This little wonder lets you pair two wireless headphones to it, enabling both people to watch TV as long as they want, and as loud as they want, without disturbing anyone else in the house. 

The Brightech BPX2 has A2DP technology, and CSR apt-X Low Latency codecs. Why is this important? It effectively enables consumers to watch video while listening to wireless audio in a synchronized fashion. It means there is little noticeable delay in what you see on the TV compared to what your ears are hearing. It’s much faster than older Bluetooth technology: 40 milliseconds compared to (up to) 200 milliseconds. Bluetooth 3.x (and older) made it seem like you were watching an old Kung-Fu movie with poor audio dubbing.

This baby easily takes care of that problem. You can still pair Bluetooth 3.x wireless headphones to it, but you’ll be in Kung-Fu territory. I’ve paired to it using both Bluetooth 3.0 headphones and Bluetooth 4.1 headphones. The Bluetooth 3.0 isn’t terrible, but it’s not as good as watching TV live, which is what the 4.1’s sound like. So make sure your earbuds or headphones are Bluetooth 4.x compatible for best results.

Connection is super-simple. The attached USB cable is for power to the unit. The unit also comes with a 3.5mm male-to-male connector, and an RCA to stereo Y-cable, both of which can be used to connect to the audio source. You can connect it directly to your TV, the back of your cable box, even to the remote of your ROKU (if your ROKU remote has a 3.5mm headphone jack)! The unit must be plugged into a USB port for power.

Overall, I’m very pleased with the function, operation, quality, and size of this unit. It pairs easily with the push of a button, operates well, and most importantly, keeps the peace between the sleepy-heads and night-owls in the family.

The sample for this review was purchased with my own funds.  Please visit Brightech for more information and Amazon to order.

 

Product Information

Price: $27.99
Manufacturer: Brightech
Retailer: Amazon
Pros:
  • Small
  • Lightweight
  • Easy to hide next to your other electronics
  • Convenient
  • Maintenance free
  • Works well
Cons:
  • Pairing two Bluetooth headsets the first time is fairly easy, but re-connecting both of them later on is confusing and sometimes aggravating
  • Transmitting range is not very far (20-30 feet)

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Brightech DoublePlay HD Bluetooth 4.0 transmitter / splitter review originally appeared on on February 23, 2017 at 8:25 am.

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You can charge two devices, shatter a window, and slice your seat belt all with the Ztylus Stinger

The Ztylus Stinger looks like a handy gadget for your vehicle because it not only allows you to charge two USB devices at the same time but if you get trapped in your car due to an accident or some other reason, you can use the Stinger to shatter one of your side windows and cut through your seat belt. The Stinger fits in the vehicle’s 12V port and features two 2.4A USB ports, a spring loaded glass breaker and a blade that can slice through seat belts and other material. You can read more about the Ztylus Stinger USB Emergency tool and order one for $21.95 from Ztylus.com or Amazon.

[Via the Awesomer]

Filed in categories: Cables, Batteries and Chargers, Car Gear, News

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You can charge two devices, shatter a window, and slice your seat belt all with the Ztylus Stinger originally appeared on on February 22, 2017 at 2:00 pm.

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