MoGo Talk
Bluetooth headset
MoGo Talk is a Bluetooth headset that stores and charges on the iPhone. Although the design is admittedly simple and thin, I was never a fan of encasing my iPhone with anything. If you have no problem doing so, the design is certainly nice to look at, and the charging feature is very appealing. The headset itself is made from stainless steel and is small and comfortably fitting, without you having to worry about it falling off or having to adjusting it every two seconds. It features a noise isolating ear tip that forms to your inner ear to provide a clear sound.
Zvox Z-Base 525 and IncrediBase 575
Speaker system
Zvox let us
ShowStoppers attendees preview two speaker systems: one that is ideal for a desktop, and the other that is typically ideal for a larger television. The IncrediBase 575 has dual powered subwoofers, a 133 watt amp, and 35 Hz bass in one system. They compare the bass to a 10” external powered subwoofer, but contained in a small bar system. With five 3.25” high-performance speakers, the speaker system will fill the room three-dimensionally. Adding to its design quality, both speakers act as a base to take up as little space as possible. The Z-Base also includes a PhaseCue system that delivers the same three-dimensional sound to the IncrediBase. Both are handcrafted wood with high-gloss hand-lacquered endcaps. I can’t speak from experience as to how the sound quality fares due to volume control at the event, so I wont make any promises for the one-piece sound system.
Navigon MobileNavigator
GPS navigation app for iPhone
This fairly new iPhone navigation application includes live traffic updates and historic data to navigate you through the best routes to avoid any traffic congestion. The interface shows you a route overview, as well as detailed 3D images to accurately guide you to the correct path. I don’t know about you, but I’ve definitely had my share of staring competitions with GPS screens, scrutinizing the unclear arrows. The app also uses information from traffic cameras, speed sensors and traffic messages from radio networks to assess road conditions. Any updates to traffic conditions will alert the user with iconic warnings. You can select between alternate routes, or stay on the one provided after updates have been calculated. Text-to-speech is included, and the app also allows you to access your iPod functions while navigating. MobileNavigator is available for a one-time fee of $89.99 in the app store.
iSkin
Laptop/handheld casings
iSkin gave us a preview of casings for handhelds, and bags for laptops. I was more interested in the laptop bags because of the interesting designs. I was told it was a Tokidoki design, and I certainly caught onto the resemblance. iSkin is collaborating with artists to design their cases and bags, and producing great designs because of it. The interior was well equipped, perfect for business on the go or treks to your classes. They also had keyboard covers with bubble designs in various colors. The covers fit snuggly on the keys and protect them from gathering dirt and the like.
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