Engadget’s holiday gift guide 2011: bags and cases
Welcome to the Engadget Holiday Gift Guide! We’re well aware of the heartbreaking difficulties surrounding the seasonal shopping experience, so we’re here to help you sort out this year’s tech treasures. Below is today’s bevy of curated picks, and you can head back to the Gift Guide hub to see the rest of the product guides as they’re added throughout the holiday season.
Santa may be able to toss a few thousand laptops in his bright red sack with nary a scratch to be seen — but you sure can’t. You’ll want to keep those goods sparkly and new for as long as possible, and that’s what today’s gift selections are all about – getting your tech from A to B in the safest, most stylish way possible. There’s plenty of choice for transporting your goodies, ranging from the bland to the bizarre, from rucksacks to courier bags, silicone to silk — there is literally something for everyone. Finding a one-size-fits-all solution is going to be nigh-on impossible, but we’re hopeful that what we’ve got here will be just the ticket to re-wrap what you just unboxed.
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Engadget’s holiday gift guide 2011: bags and cases
Welcome to the Engadget Holiday Gift Guide! We’re well aware of the heartbreaking difficulties surrounding the seasonal shopping experience, so we’re here to help you sort out this year’s tech treasures. Below is today’s bevy of curated picks, and you can head back to the Gift Guide hub to see the rest of the product guides as they’re added throughout the holiday season.
Santa may be able to toss a few thousand laptops in his bright red sack with nary a scratch to be seen — but you sure can’t. You’ll want to keep those goods sparkly and new for as long as possible, and that’s what today’s gift selections are all about – getting your tech from A to B in the safest, most stylish way possible. There’s plenty of choice for transporting your goodies, ranging from the bland to the bizarre, from rucksacks to courier bags, silicone to silk — there is literally something for everyone. Finding a one-size-fits-all solution is going to be nigh-on impossible, but we’re hopeful that what we’ve got here will be just the ticket to re-wrap what you just unboxed.
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Engadget’s holiday gift guide 2011: bags and cases
Welcome to the Engadget Holiday Gift Guide! We’re well aware of the heartbreaking difficulties surrounding the seasonal shopping experience, so we’re here to help you sort out this year’s tech treasures. Below is today’s bevy of curated picks, and you can head back to the Gift Guide hub to see the rest of the product guides as they’re added throughout the holiday season.
Santa may be able to toss a few thousand laptops in his bright red sack with nary a scratch to be seen — but you sure can’t. You’ll want to keep those goods sparkly and new for as long as possible, and that’s what today’s gift selections are all about – getting your tech from A to B in the safest, most stylish way possible. There’s plenty of choice for transporting your goodies, ranging from the bland to the bizarre, from rucksacks to courier bags, silicone to silk — there is literally something for everyone. Finding a one-size-fits-all solution is going to be nigh-on impossible, but we’re hopeful that what we’ve got here will be just the ticket to re-wrap what you just unboxed.
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Didn’t get the AppleCare+ with your iPhone? Worry not, you now have 30 days to change your mind
Didn’t get the AppleCare+ with your iPhone? Worry not, you now have 30 days to change your mind originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 19 Nov 2011 16:13:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Cyberdyne turns its HAL exoskeleton into an anti-radiation suit
The original Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) suit was designed to help those with muscle diseases, but it’s now been upgraded to cope with a very different type of problem: handling radioactive substances. One of the few wearable materials that can stop radiation is tungsten, which is extremely heavy: a typical tungsten vest weigh up to 132 pounds. When worn in conjunction with a HAL exoskeleton, however, a vest can be worn for lengthy periods without causing fatigue — potentially allowing greater access to hazardous sites like Fukushima.
Cyberdyne turns its HAL exoskeleton into an anti-radiation suit originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Sprint to offer three levels of iPhone service, ‘yellow’ AppleCare+ repairs will cost $49
Thinking about buying an iPhone 4S from Sprint? Depending on how clumsy you tend to be with mobile devices, you might want to consider adding the $99 AppleCare+ option at purchase, since those Total Equipment Protection plans are definitely out. A Sprint employee wrote in to detail us on upcoming service procedures, which include grouping a damaged device within three categories — green, yellow and red — after diagnosis. As you might imagine, green repairs are the easiest to deal with, and include ‘minor damage’ (i.e. cracked screens are out). These repairs will be handled for free within the first year for all customers, and within two years for those who purchased AppleCare+. Next up, the yellow category covers damage that doesn’t fall within green, but is still repairable. Non subscribers will pay $199, while those with AppleCare+ will pay $49. Klutzes beware: you’re limited to two yellow repairs, regardless of whether or not the device is in warranty. Finally, the red category is reserved for iPhones that provide little function beyond holding down a stack of papers or propping open your door. You’ll need to pay the full replacement cost for red-labeled phones. None of these repairs will be handled in store — iPhones will be shipped to Apple, though you’re welcome to start the process at Sprint. Our recommendation: reach out to Apple directly, since your iPhone is probably headed there either way. And if you want AppleCare, don’t forget to buy it at launch.
Updated: Sprint wrote in to let us know that device swaps (not repairs) can in fact be handled in store, so you won’t always need to go to Apple.
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Sprint to offer three levels of iPhone service, ‘yellow’ AppleCare+ repairs will cost $49 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Sprint to offer three levels of iPhone service, ‘yellow’ AppleCare+ repairs will cost $49
Thinking about buying an iPhone 4S from Sprint? Depending on how clumsy you tend to be with mobile devices, you might want to consider adding the $99 AppleCare+ option at purchase, since those Total Equipment Protection plans are definitely out. A Sprint employee wrote in to detail us on upcoming service procedures, which include grouping a damaged device within three categories — green, yellow and red — after diagnosis. As you might imagine, green repairs are the easiest to deal with, and include ‘minor damage’ (i.e. cracked screens are out). These repairs will be handled for free within the first year for all customers, and within two years for those who purchased AppleCare+. Next up, the yellow category covers damage that doesn’t fall within green, but is still repairable. Non subscribers will pay $199, while those with AppleCare+ will pay $49. Klutzes beware: you’re limited to two yellow repairs, regardless of whether or not the device is in warranty. Finally, the red category is reserved for iPhones that provide little function beyond holding down a stack of papers or propping open your door. You’ll need to pay the full replacement cost for red-labeled phones. None of these repairs will be handled in store — iPhones will be shipped to Apple, though you’re welcome to start the process at Sprint. Our recommendation: reach out to Apple directly, since your iPhone is probably headed there either way. And if you want AppleCare, don’t forget to buy it at launch.
[Thanks, Anonymous]
Sprint to offer three levels of iPhone service, ‘yellow’ AppleCare+ repairs will cost $49 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Sprint says no to iPhone insurance, AppleCare+ breathes sigh of relief
Sprint says no to iPhone insurance, AppleCare+ breathes sigh of relief originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 09 Oct 2011 18:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Eco Pod waterproof case keeps your device dry while you’re riding dolphins
When we’re out on the water, we’re constantly longing to take our phones and mp3 players for a swim with us… aren’t you? Now we can enjoy a little “I’m on a Boat” when we’re actually on a boat — thanks to Grace Digital Audio’s Eco Pod — without worrying about our handheld’s survival. The company announced today that its latest sand, shock and waterproof enclosure is now available — and it even comes with a set of waterproof earbuds. While the added protection will set you back $50, the ability to bump Katy Perry while exploring a coral reef is, indeed, priceless. Scope out the full PR after the break for all the specifics, and get your white water rafting playlists ready.
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Eco Pod waterproof case keeps your device dry while you’re riding dolphins originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Aug 2011 05:13:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Key pattern analysis software times your typing for improved password protection
The recent pilfering of PlayStation Network passwords and personal info shows that having a strong passcode doesn’t always guarantee your online safety. However, key-pattern analysis (KPA) software from researchers at American University of Beirut may be able to keep our logins secure even if they’re stolen. You create a unique profile by entering your password a few times while the code tracks the speed and timing of your keystrokes. The software then associates that data to your password as another means of authentication. Henceforth, should the magic word be entered in a different typing tempo, access is denied. We saw a similar solution last year, but that system was meant to prevent multiple users from accessing subscription databases with a single account. This KPA software allows multiple profiles per password so that your significant other can still read all your email — assuming you and your mate reside in the trust tree, of course.
Key pattern analysis software times your typing for improved password protection originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 May 2011 00:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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