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Osmo lets kids become animators of their favorite Disney characters

NEWS – When I was a kid I loved to doodle and draw my own comics. Actually, I still love to do that! But back then and even now I just use a pad of paper and a pen which isn’t very Gadgeteer worthy compared to the cool new Osmo Super Studio that lets kids (and kids at heart) get in on the fun of animating their favorite Disney characters.

Available in Mickey and Friends, Disney Princesses, and the Incredibles games, the Super Studio sets are an add-on to existing Osmo sets which use a base for an iPad and a special clip on reflector that can “see” what is drawn on the included erasable and reusable pad as the Osmo app tells a story. But these aren’t static drawings, kids get to animate the cartoon filled with their favorite Disney characters by drawing objects and even choosing how the story’s plot progresses to exercise the kid’s creativity and imagination. Osmo’s AI automagically takes the drawings and makes them part of the story to bring the child’s drawings to life.

There’s even a section in the game where kids can learn step by step how to draw Disney characters just like real Disney artists do.

The Osmo Super Studio is designed for kids ages 5 and up and is available as an add-on to existing Osmo sets for $19 and Apple Retail Stores will carry an exclusive Super Studio Kit that includes the Osmo iPad Base for $59.

Get your copy of Osmo Super Studio today at PlayOsmo.com and Amazon, and in Target and Best Buy stores starting Sept. 4.

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Osmo lets kids become animators of their favorite Disney characters originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 30, 2018 at 12:00 pm.

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Add a rearview mirror to your life

NEWS – Do you find yourself constantly startled by co-workers who seem to sneak up behind you while you’re busy on your computer?  Maybe you have a young child in a carseat, and you wish it was easier to see how they’re doing back there without having to turn around in the seat while you’re trying to drive?  With the Watch It Blindspot Mirror, you won’t have any more… well, blindspots in your life.

The Watch It mirror has a plastic frame and clip.  It measures 4.33″ x 2.55″ x 1.57″.  You can clip it to your car’s rearview mirror, to the corner of your laptop, or to most anything where you’d like to be able to see behind you.  The Watch It Blindspot Mirror is $15.99 at Animi Causa.

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The new LG 8K OLED TV is 33,177,600 pixels beautiful

NEWS – At IFA 2018,  LG introduced the world’s first 8K (7680 x 4320) OLED TV. The 88-inch class 8K model demonstrates the unmatched contrast ratio and true blacks that have made OLED TV’s sought after in lower resolutions. LG was the first to mass produce large-screen OLED TVs and is committed to supporting the market for these premium units as market share and demand grow. Brian Kwon, president of LG Home Entertainment Company, explained, “LG’s first 8K OLED TV is the pinnacle of technological achievement and the next evolutionary step in display technology…4K OLED played a major role in reshaping TV industry and LG is confident that 8K OLED will do the same.” Although no information is on the LG website, more information is forthcoming.

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Turn your tennis shoes into slip-ons with Laceezs

NEWS – Shoe laces are a great way to adjust shoes to better fit your foot, but they aren’t for everyone.  People with dexterity problems can have a hard time with laces.  Young children can have problems with shoes with laces for a few reasons – either they can’t put them on themselves because they haven’t learned to tie them, or they won’t leave them on because it so much fun to untie them.  Velcro shoes aren’t always available in a style you like.  Why not skip all the negatives of shoe laces by replacing them with Laceez no-tie shoe laces?

Laceez are made of  50% spandex and 50% hi-stretch nylon.  They work best with shoes with 4-5 holes, but you can make them work for other shoes by buying shorter or longer Laceez.  You simply thread them through the holes like regular shoe laces, then secure the aglet at the top two holes.  They are available in sizes for kid’s shoes, women’s shoes, or men’s shoes.

The Grommet has white or black Laceez in four sizes for women’s shoes for $11.95 a pair.  The Laceez’s website has them in white or black for men’s or women’s shoes for $9.95 a pair or in a variety of colors for kid’s shoes for $7.95 a pair.

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Turn your tennis shoes into slip-ons with Laceezs originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 29, 2018 at 3:40 pm.

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Where ergonomics is paramount, X marks the spot

NEWS – Here’s a question for you: Have you been sitting all day? How good does your back feel right now? How are your legs doing? If you (like me) regularly have aches and pains after working all day sitting in a less-than-perfect chair while staring at a monitor, there may be hope. Sometimes, all it takes is the right chair—and a company called X-Chair thinks they have the answer.

The X-Chair is an ergonomic wonder. It comes with 10 adjustments that can help the X-Chair fit your body like a glove. Fine-tune the arms, seat, back, headrest, and lumbar until you’re comfortable. SciFloat Infinite Recline, DVL Support, Tilt Lock, and Flex Mesh technologies make what X-Chair says is the most technologically ergonomic chair available. There are color and material options available to help create an individualized environment.

Here are the 10 adjustments:

  1. Dynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL): This support adjusts itself to your body every time you move. It responds to weight, height, position, and the amount of pressure placed on it.
  2. SciFloat Infinite Recline: Created specifically for X-Chair, SciFloat facilitates motion throughout your day. Movement increases circulation, concentration, and energy levels boosting both comfort and productivity.
  3. Tilt Tension & Lock: Adjust the tilt tension to change the amount of resistance as you recline, whether you like a little or a lot of resistance.
  4. Height-Adjustable Backrest: The X-Chair’s independently adjustable backrest lets you raise the variable lumbar support to fit the curve of your back.
  5. Adjustable Seat Height: Easily adjust the seat height so feet rest flat on the ground and knees are at a 90⁰ angle.
  6. Adjustable Seat Depth: An improper seat depth puts undue pressure on the veins and lymph nodes behind your knee, and can lead to poor circulation and leg cramps.
  7. Adjustable Headrest Height: In addition to adjustable seat height and backrest height, the X-Chair’s headrest is height adjustable, so no matter your proportions—you get to adjust the whole chair to fit you.
  8. Adjustable Headrest Angle: Easily adjust the angle of the X-Chair’s headrest to find comfort no matter what position you’re sitting in.
  9. 4-Dimensional Arms: No one keeps their arms in the same position all day, and the X-Chair is ready to move with you with forward/back, side-to-side, up/down, and pivot adjustments.
  10. Premium Mesh & Leather: The X-Chair’s fabric suspension system disperses weight evenly across the chair to helping relieve sensitive pressure points. This improves circulation and keeps you comfortable throughout the day. 

X1 comes with Flex Mesh Technology, a breathable and durable mesh. X2 has K-Sport material, which features a tighter weave for a softer feel. X3 incorporates the same design and ergonomics as the X2 Advanced Tensile Recovery fabric provides enhanced support and comfort getting inspiration from modern material designs. X4 is covered in premium leather. Each fabric is available in your choice of color.

The X-Chair comes with a 15-year warranty. Prices range from $659.99 – $1099.99 US. Visit xchair.com for more information.

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