Accessories

A Logitech Keyboard Case for the iPad Pro

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Logitech has an accessory for owners of the 2018 iPad Pro-- the Slim Folio Pro, a keyboard case featuring a dedicated row of iOS shortcut keys and a built-in magnetic strap to securely hold the Apple Pencil in place while charging.

Slim Folio ProThe Slim Folio Pro connects to the iPad Pro via Bluetooth LE (as opposed to the iPad Smart Connector), meaning one needs to charge it via USB-C cable. Logitech says the battery lasts for around 3 months on a single charge. The keyboard automatically turns on and connects to the iPad as soon as the user slides it into typing mode, and can be folded behind the tablet in case one wants to sketch instead.

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Spigen Preps Galaxy Fold Cases

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As the idea of a foldable phone starts working its way into the global consciousness, customers will inevitably ask whether protective cases for such devices will ever exist. The answer to this question is yes, at least according to one accessory maker, Spigen.

Spigen fold casesSpigen shares the prototype designs of 3 such products with The Verge, all aimed for use with the Samsung Galaxy Fold. All promise to accommodate the folding aspect of the smartphone, while offering adequate protection. The three prototypes are fairly similar in terms of design, with a front cover protecting the top and bottom bezels of the 4.6-inch outside display and cutouts for the triple-camera setup on the back.

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LG Takes on Foldable Phones With... Second Screen

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While LG appears to be not ready to make an own foldable phone, it is still set to take on the dual-screen phone trend-- specifically with a detachable Dual Screen accessory revealed with the upcoming V50 ThinQ 5G.

LG Dual ScreenRevealed at MWC 2019, the second screen is designed to look like a cover case. It offers a 6.2-inch OLED panel for "double the viewing, gaming and multitasking experience," as well as hinge able to rotate a full 360-degrees. Connectivity takes place via proprietary wifi chipset allowing very short-range and high-bandwidth communication between the display and the phone, while Pogo pins hook the Dual Screen in place and provide power from the phone battery.

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Faster Mobile Device Storage With microSD Express

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The SD Association takes to MWC 2019 to reveal the next generation of tiny memory cards-- microSD Express, offering the PCI Express and NVMe interfaces to allowing data transfers reaching up to 985MB/s.

microSD ExpressmicroSD Express retains the legacy microSD interface, allowing for backwards compatibility. As defined in the SD 7.1 specification, microSD Express cards will be available in a range of capacities, including microSDHC Express, microSDXC Express and microSDUC Express, all delivering the speeds necessary to transfer the large amounts of data generated by data-intense communications, speed hungry applications, multi-channel IoT devices, autonomous use, higher resolution mobile video and VR.

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Anker Intros USB-C to Lightning PowerLine II

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Anker presents the PowerLine II USB-C to Lightning cable-- the first of a USB-C to Lightning cable series to receive official MFi certification, while being available at a lower price point compared to the official equivalent.

Anker powerline iiA number of companies are making MFi USB-C to Lightning cables, including Belkin, Griffin and even Anker itself. However, while the Anker Powerline and Powerline+ cables promise increased durability and bend lifespan through braided nylon construction and aramid fibre coverings, the PowerLine II option is a more barebones offering, if one with a lifetime warranty.

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