GADGETS&GIZMOS
Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480
This wireless keyboard can work on your computer, tablet or smartphone, allowing you to utilise a familiar keyboard layout with all of the shortcut keys you have become accustomed to. It will cradle your tablet or phone at just the right angle and has a handy dial allowing you to switch easily between devices.
Price: RMB 300. Web: www.logitech.comserve plastic water bottle.
SyrenPro
This wireless, weatherresistant outdoor Bluetooth Speaker combines superior jAura acoustics along with a unique design to deliver stunning sound that can be used at any outdoor occasion. It offers the perfect balance of high, middle, and low range frequencies and a three inch co-axial speaker that delivers powerful, high fidelity sound capable of filling rooms and outdoor areas.
Price: RMB 820. Web: www.iluv.com
Echo Smartpen
This might possibly be the most convenient pen you will ever come across. It allows you to record everything you write, hear or say as you are writing. You can then replay your meetings by simply tapping on your notes. You can easily transfer and share your notes and audio to your computer via a USB cable.
Price: From RMB 630. Web: www.livescribe.com
BenQ W1300
With this home entertainment projector, you can enjoy 1080p Full-HD image projection up to 300” in the comfort of your own home. The projector also has built-in speakers and lens shift for ease of use. Enjoy Blu-ray, video games and HD broadcasting in beautiful, high-contrast quality without downscaling or compression.
Price: RMB 8670. Web: www.benq.com.cn
The Photo To iPad Scanning Dock
Do you have treasured photos from a pre-digital age that you would like to see on your tablet? This scanner can save old photos as digital files directly to your iPad while it docks and charges. Photos are converted to a crisp 300- or 600-dpi colour JPEG, which is saved to the camera roll. Genius!
Price: RMB 750. Web: www.hammacher.com
GEN 2 Bluetooth Ear Warmers
These ear warmers are fitted with Hi-Definition speakers that provide you with dynamic and rich sound. They will keep your ears cosy, whilst listening to music and taking calls during the winter chill. They are wind and water resistant with a fleece lining.
Price: RMB 500. Web: www.180s.com
iFusion
Do you long for the simpler times when we spoke into handsets and had a fixed phone line that never got misplaced? Well, iFusion offers you a traditional telephone handset and hands-free speakerphone that links to your smartphone via Bluetooth. You can also stream your iPhone music through the internal speakerphone for when you need some light relief from the 9 to 5.
Price: RMB 940. Web: www.thefusionphone.com
App Of The Month: Vimo
Just what we have been waiting for - this brand new app allows you to put motion stickers on your videos. You can move these motion stickers around during the course of the video. Animation effects are also available, allowing you to create cute messages to friends and family. In-app purchases are also available to pimp out those videos.
Price: Free. Web: itunes.apple.com
