OnePlus yesterday announced that it has canceled the production of StyleSwap covers for the OnePlus One. These accessories were to have allowed users to customize their OnePlus One smartphone with new backplates available in a range of materials including wood and denim. The first of these, made of bamboo, were announced back in July. OnePlus explained that not only were […]
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Digital tattoo lets you unlock your Moto X without a password
Our smartphones are quickly becoming more than just communication devices; they are also increasingly our digital wallets and hold a growing range of personal information. Security remains paramount and that unfortunately still means a litany of passwords for most of us. Motorola thinks that a simpler and more secure solution could be a temporary digital tattoo. Imagine: Rather than remembering a password, […]
OnePlus unveils bamboo StyleSwap Cover for OnePlus One
As expected, OnePlus today announced its first new StyleSwap cover for its OnePlus One smartphone. As the teaser promised, it is a new wood back cover. As the name implies, the Bamboo SwapStyle Cover is made of bamboo, giving each one a somewhat unique look. Each Bamboo StyleSwap Cover we make is one of a kind, complete with its own distinct […]
Belkin unveils Belkin MIXIT↑ metallic Lightning cables
Belkin this week added a new line of MFi-certified iPhone cables to its portfolio of accessories. The Belkin MIXIT↑ Lightning to USB cables are made with braided metallic threads with aluminium tips and come in gold, silver and gray to match your Apple iPhone 5S. “Much more than just a device to make calls, iPhones are now a necessity in our […]
Moto Stream turns regular speakers into Bluetooth ones
More and more of us listen to music on our smartphones and tablets when we are on the go. Motorola today announced the Moto Stream to make it easier to listen that same device through a (hopefully) better sound system when we get home. The Moto Stream is a portable wireless adaptor that plugs into your existing speaker or stereo system. […]
OnePlus teases upcoming accessories for OnePlus One
OnePlus will offer a number of accessories to go with its recently launched OnePlus One flagship smartphone. While not quite ready to ship these out yet, it posted a number of pictures to give everyone a taste of things to come. The company also promises that there is “much more stuff coming.” Among the accessories will be a OnePlus Screen Protector, a […]
Concept Sunday: Apple-branded iBeats headphones
Apple this week announced plans to acquire both Beats Music and Beats Electronics for US$3 billion. While the acquisition is more than just about headphones and speakers, Apple is likely to integrate the Beats Audio brand into its own product lines. Could we see a line of iBeats accessories in the near future? That’s what CURVED/labs, the company that also […]
Sony announces Xperia Z2 wireless charging accessories
The Sony Xperia Z2 made its Canadian debut earlier this month at Bell Mobility and more recently at SaskTel. While it does not support wireless charging, that did not stop Sony from yesterday unveiling two new wireless charging accessories for it. The new Wireless Charging Cover WCR12 and Wireless Charging Plate WCH10 cleverly get around that small Xperia Z2 limitation […]