Electronic-Geek.com » iPod

Arctic Spas shows off hot tub-controlling iPhone app, waterproof iPhone case sold separately (video)

Darren Murph — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:28:00 +0000

Frankly, a few things in life are just too hard. Taxes being one of them, and moving from one's spot in a hot tub to adjust the temperature and / or jet pressure being another. In a bid to solve issue number two, Arctic Spas has shoved out an iOS app (Android and BlackBerry are inbound) that interfaces with a WiFi module on some of the company's hot tubs. Once loaded up, owners can control temperature and jets with a simple touch, though we hear that loads of steam and moist fingers aren't exactly great for consumer electronics. Either way, you've got a video to entice you down below.

Continue reading Arctic Spas shows off hot tub-controlling iPhone app, waterproof iPhone case sold separately (video)

Arctic Spas shows off hot tub-controlling iPhone app, waterproof iPhone case sold separately (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | YouTube (Arctic Spas) | Email this | Comments

iPod touch showing freaky graphical glitches after iOS 4.3 update? (video)

Tim Stevens — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:18:00 +0000

Another issue appears to be plaguing those who've upgraded to iOS 4.3, though thankfully this one won't make them late for work. We're seeing dozens of reports online of iPod touch users, particularly those with fourth generation models, who are seeing odd graphical glitches since updating to 4.3. These are most noticeable on the lock screen, as you can see above and in the focus-challenged video below, but people are reporting other issues as well, like overlapping icons and other pixel oddities. If you're seeing similar weirdness make sure you chime in down at the support forums linked below -- oh, and feel free to click in the poll as well.

View Poll

[Thanks, Jesse]

Continue reading iPod touch showing freaky graphical glitches after iOS 4.3 update? (video)

iPod touch showing freaky graphical glitches after iOS 4.3 update? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Apple Discussions (1), (2) | Email this | Comments

iPhone T Amp Speaker Dock

Adam Flaherty — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 11:00:48 +0000

Michigan maker Pruitt‘s iPhone/iPod speaker dock is built using 2-inch full range drivers built into specially constructed pipes that also act as the units legs. Each channel gets 15 watts from an internal class T digital amp (T Amp). It’s not going to blow your socks off, but it’ll sound great at a modest volume.

iPad2 Teardown

Adam Flaherty — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:00:33 +0000

The folks over at iFixit did a number on the latest from Apple. Giving the iPad2 a repairability score of just 4/10, highlights on this teardown include a switch from clips to heavy use of adhesive and a crappy rear-facing camera. On the upside, Apple chose to stick with standard phillips screws rather the pentalobular screws introduced recently.

iPad2 Teardown

Adam Flaherty — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:00:33 +0000

Laser Cut iPad Stand

Adam Flaherty — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 12:00:23 +0000

If you’re one of the many hoards scrambling to get your mits on a fancy new iPad 2, you might be interested in something nice to prop it up with like this ">elegant cherry wood iPad stand from Etsy user ideasinwood.

Peel universal remote adapter for iOS now available, $99 buys you expensive Fruit

Tim Stevens — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:43:00 +0000

You know your product name is clever when not one but two companies go for it. Such is the name "Peel." This offering we're talking about is not the sort that turns an iPod into an iPhone, rather it's the kind that turns an iPhone into a universal remote -- though it'll work with all the other iOS devices too. It's a combination app and hardware that we've been tracking since last year, and now it's up for order. The iOS app talks to a goofy shaped IR blaster, called the Fruit, which costs $99. The combination turns your mobile device into a Harmony-hunting universal remote, but a smarter one that not only knows how to turn on your TV but also how to tune it to the latest episode of Glee, apparently, since every promo shot seems to feature some bit of gleekery. The app is free now and the Fruit is up for purchase -- though it's currently showing as back ordered. Let's hope it doesn't spoil.

Peel universal remote adapter for iOS now available, $99 buys you expensive Fruit originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink MobileBeat, CrunchGear | Peel | Email this | Comments

In the Maker Shed: BlinkRC

Maker Shed — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:00:49 +0000

The BlinkRC from the Maker Shed replaces your standard remote control receiver in your car, plane, or boat, and allows you to control it with your smart phone. The more adventurous can try creating an application on your computer that takes advantage of the open messaging protocol and the BlinkRC’s (3) output channels and (2) analog input channels. Now you can control a variety of different servo’s and sensors from almost anywhere that has WiFi or Internet access.

Secure iPad Stand

Adam Flaherty — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 10:00:12 +0000

If you’ve ever been in a situation where you wanted to make an iPad available to the public, but didn’t want it to walk away when you weren’t looking, you know that your options are pretty limited if you’d rather not attach something permanently to your iPad. That’s where Seattle area Etsy user modgrain‘s ">Secure iPad Stand come in.

If you’re looking for a hand made, unique and contemporary design style that is usable and more unique than the standard high tech looking stands currently available… this is the stand for you. The viewing angle is adjustable, vertical or horizontal. The design allows for easy access for your USB connector, and most audio jacks.

DIY Smartphone Car Mount

Adam Flaherty — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 10:00:03 +0000

When it comes to mounting a smartphone on your dash there are plenty of commercial solutions out there for you to choose from. The unfortunate thing about trying to find the right mount for your device is that you’ve probably also put it in a case. If you can’t seem to find the right commercial solution you might consider checking out this low profile ">DIY gadget mount from Instructables user Mike73. It’s minimalist construction accepts the extra bulk from the case while supplying an unencumbered view.