Sunday, May 13, 2012

TOP PICKS: I want! - New Straits Times

XtremeMac Soma Travel
1. This portable stereo speaker lets you dock your iPod, iPhone and iPad for some good music. What’s interesting is that it doesn’t rely on an AC adapter or battery, but is powered by the docked device instead. US$49.99 (RM150) at www.xtrememac.com

EZOPower Dual Sync Charging Dock
2.
Capable of recharging almost all iPod, iPhone and iPad models, this dock helps Apple fans who use these products concurrently to be rid of cables. US$35.50 at www.amazon.com.

Kensington KeyFolio Pro 2
3
. This durable case with detachable keyboard is the docking station of choice for users who need to type lengthy documents on the go. The shell allows easy access to all of the new iPad’s controls and connectors while the Bluetooth keyboard comes with tactile keys optimised for touch typists. US$67.96 at www.amazon.com.

Epson MegaPlex MG-850HD
4
. This projector and speaker device allows iPod, iPhone and iPad docking for projecting HD images at up to 2,800 lumens. It delivers audio, too. US$799.99 at www.amazon.com.

Noosy New iPad HDMI Dock
5.
This is for those who want to enjoy HD content on their HDTV, from their new iPad and iPhone 4S. The dock, which comes with a remote control, also charges your Apple device as it plays the content. US$45 at www.amazon.com.

Logitech Keyboard Case by Zagg
6.
This ZaggFolio case, stand and keyboard combo has military-grade padding within its aircraft-grade aluminium material, making it a must-have for the rugged user. US$99.99 at www.zagg.com.

Jarre AeroPad Two dock
7.
This comes with four speakers and a subwoofer encased in a unique form factor. Though larger than most docking stations designed for iOS devices, this offers compatibility with a 30-pin dock and USB to deliver music tracks in MP3, WMA, AIFF and WAV formats. Euro 699 (RM2,775) at www.jarre.com.

iHome iDM5 Executive Space-Saver Station
8.
This Bluetooth-enabled device features speakers, a mic, 3.5mm aux line-in jack, two USB ports and a well-spaced keyboard. The “desktop” wannabe is ideal for video conferencing, document authoring, call making and music streaming. US$129 at www.ihome.com.

Philips DC390 Dual Dock Clock Radio
9.
This sleek docking system with neodymium speaker driver works with the iPod, iPhone and iPad, including the third-generation tablet. It also offers alarm, radio and clock functions. No need to set the time manually as the D390 automatically syncs the clock the moment you dock your iOS device. A$199.95 (RM616) at store.apple.com.

POP! case with stand
10.
A simple, lightweight berthing place for your new iPad, it leaves you hands-free yet allows access to all ports and functions while it props up the device vertically and horizontally. US$50 at www.case-mate.com.

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