Accessories

A Wireless Charging Case for the AirPods Case

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With an official wireless charging solution for the AirPods still awaiting release, customers can get a Kickstarter-backed option with the PowerPod Case, a Qi charging case for the AirPods case.

PowerPod caseOn September 2017 Apple announced a Qi-compatible AirPods case-- something that, a year later, is still to actually materialise. Enter the PowerPod case, a silicon case for the AirPods case promising an end for cable-based charging. It has a Lightning plug on the bottom connected to a Qi charging coil on the front, and allows charging on any Qi-enabled charging pad.

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Make Memories With Sennheiser's Memory Mic

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Sennheiser wants to improve the audio quality of customers' smartphone videos with the Memory Mic-- a Bluetooth device the company claims recordss "broadcast quality" sound.

Sennheiser MicThe Memory Mic clips on clothing magnetically, and records up to 4 hours of audio. It pairs with smartphones via Bluetooth, and continues recording even if it loses connection with the phone. The phone still continues recording ambient sound, and once a recording is done the user can sync both audio streams and video via companion app.

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Yevo Ships 2nd Gen Air Earbuds

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Stockholm-based Yevo Labs announces the 2nd generation Yevo Air wireless earbuds-- a followup to the Yevo 1 Bluetooth earbuds the company promises make a more comfortable alternative to the Apple Airpods.

Yevo AirThe Yevo Air feature a lightweight design complete with replaceable silicon tips, with multiple size tips allowing customers to choose the best fit. Connectivity comes through Bluetooth 4.2, while 6mm drivers and optimised EQ offer "consistent" sound. A built-in microphone handles call taking duties, with multi-function buttons controlling calls, music and smart assistant such as Siri and Google Assistant.

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The eInk Tablet/Battery Pack/Wireless Charger Combo

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The Memomate promises to allow customers to do a lot with a single device, being a combination of a 6.5-inch eInk display with stylus input support, a 10000mAh battery pack and, finally, wireless charging capability.

MemomateThe battery portion of the device comes complete with x2 USB ports for power output, as well as microUSB and Lightning ports for charging the pack. Meanwhile the wireless charger comes built into an optional case able to draw power from an integrated USB cable plugged into the pack.

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The Belkin Apple-Approved Battery Pack

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Accessory maker Belkin releases something of a first-- the BoostCharge Power Bank Lightning 10K is an Apple-approved battery pack complete with Lighting port input.

Belkin batteryThe addition of the Apple-exclusive port means customers can plug the battery in the same Lightning cable used with the iPhone or iPad. It also offers a pair of USB-A ports for charging other devices, one offering a 2.4 amp jack and the other a slower 1 amp jack, while actual power comes through a 10000mAh cell.

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