Big things come in a small package. The Fenix LD30 Outdoor flashlight has one of the most innovative designs I have seen in a while. When ordered with the ARB-L-18-3500u 18650 rechargeable Li-ion...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2019/10/31/fenix-ld30-outdoor-flashlight/
MyCharge Product Reviews, I look at two products from MyCharge.com The UnPlugged 10k Wireless portable charging station priced at $69.99 with a battery capacity of 10,000mAh with two additional U...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2019/10/31/mycharge-product-reviews/
broski has introduced an Indiegogo for a new set of headphones. broski lety Noise Canceling Headphones are in a price class that blows the competition away. Nearly $150.00 cheaper than a comparab...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2019/09/17/broski-lety-noise-canceling-headphones/
The team from Juiced System sent me a variety of products to try. All are quite straightforward and there Deca Hub is quite robust. While most will leave it on their desktop I travel with mine as...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2019/08/28/juice-systems-product-overview/
Activity trackers with built-in heart rate monitors are incredible pieces of technology. Sophisticated electronics crammed into a tiny space at relatively inexpensive cost and generating vast swa...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/05/24/activeinsights-measures-health-at-wearable-technology-show/
Continuing GNC’s coverage of the Wearable Technology Show, I’m with Kenneth from G+D Mobile Security which specialise in “user and device identities”. In particular, they’re behind some...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/05/23/gd-mobile-security-at-wearable-technology-show/
In my experience, expecting a new baby is a conflicting mix of emotions ranging from total joy to sheer terror…and I’m the dad. For mums-to-be there’s the extra worry from carrying the baby...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/05/15/rubi-pregnancy-monitor-at-wearable-technology-show/
When it comes to exoskeletons, many will think of Ripley’s power loader in Aliens. While that kind of machine is still a little way off, what it did get right is that exoskeletons will be used...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/05/02/laevo-exoskeleton-at-wearable-technology-show/
It’s stressful enough as an adult to go into hospital for an operation or procedure. Much as you know it’s for your own good and the doctors are there for your benefit, hospitals are still un...
I’ve been attending the Wearable Technology Show for a couple of years now and it’s been interesting to see the change in fabrics, yarns and threads. In particular, the conductive wires for L...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/04/15/advanced-textile-research-at-wearable-technology-show/
Laser barcode scanners have revolutionised stock management and inventory processing in a wide range of industries and they’re ubiquitous at the supermarket checkout. Many of these scanners are...
At the Wearable Technology Show, there were many vendors demonstrating clothing with built-in sensors and lights – I think there was even one with a Raspberry Pi tucked away in the lining. All ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/04/12/silver-threads-from-statex-at-wearable-technology-show/
When I saw the second generation of the Oura smart ring at the Wearable Technology Show, I was impressed. The Oura team has managed to cram their smart ring with everything you’d expect to find...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/04/10/the-oura-smart-ring-at-wearable-technology-show/
It’s well established now that blue light has a disruptive effect on sleep as it affects the production of melatonin more than any other wavelength of light but it’s not only effect of light ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/04/08/get-the-right-light-with-lys-at-wearable-technology-show/
The British National Health Service (NHS) is often thought of as a single organisation but it’s more of a Hydra-esque organism made of many semi-autonomous agencies each with their area of expe...
Specialists in wearable technology, Thrive Wearables helps companies and entrepreneurs take ideas and concepts through to finished products. At the Wearable Technology Show, I chat with Jacob, Th...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/04/07/from-idea-to-product-with-thrive-at-wearable-technology-show/
While most tech shows have their headline acts like Apple and Samsung, I really enjoy talking to the the entrepreneurs, artisans and artists who come up with ideas and concepts that are unlikely ...
Kicking off GNC’s coverage of the Wearable Technology Show, I chat to Valentina of Nomi. Their bright backpack LED display keeps cyclists safe while doubling up as a mobile billboard. The Nomi ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/04/06/safe-cyclists-save-with-nomi-at-wearable-technology-show/
As serious wine connoisseurs know, you have to let red (and some white) wines breathe after opening, allowing them to aerate for the best aroma and taste. As a generalisation, the younger the win...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/03/04/aveine-breath-of-the-wine-at-ces-2018/
Converting a house into a smart home shouldn’t mean replacing every electrical device for a new smart model. A cheaper and greener way is to add smart features in with wireless accessories. A g...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/03/04/smarten-up-the-garage-door-with-skylink-at-ces-2018/
The efficient use of electricity is a win-win: it both saves money and saves the planet. At home, energy-efficient LED lightbulbs have all but replaced incandescent bulbs, which means the quick w...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/03/04/get-smappee-for-energy-efficiency-at-ces-2018/
If you want to listen to music you need to put on headphones or use a Bluetooth earphone. Both of those can become uncomfortable over time and hurt your ears. Echo Music solves this problem with ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/28/musiclens-sunglasses-let-you-listen-to-music-at-ces-2018/
Think about all the things you touch in a day. You might use a grocery cart, push an elevator button, open a door knob, or shake hands with a co-worker. All of these things can put bacteria onto ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/28/phonesoap-sanitizes-your-phone-at-ces-2018/
Your privacy is important. Posting your photo, or other personal data, online can be an uncomfortable experience. How will that company use your likeness and information? Deep Force uses artifici...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/28/deep-force-empowers-ai-on-devices-at-ces-2018/
Encrypted external hard drives and USB memory sticks have been around for at least a decade, but most of the time it’s either locked or unlocked: if you have the password, you’re in. Sergey ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/28/secure-drive-at-ces-2018/
When you think of cameras, KODAK is likely one of the first brands that comes to mind. They have a long history of providing innovative cameras for professionals and hobbyists. KODAK PIXPRO showc...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/28/kodak-pixpro-showcases-next-generation-cameras-at-ces-2018/
In the United States, many people make purchases with their credit card. In the UK, contactless payment is booming. Barclays has a mantra – to give its customers a choice about ways to pay. The...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/28/barclays-contactless-payment-possibilities-at-ces-2018/
Personal digital assistants are useful, but they have their limits. Some have difficulty understanding a person who has an accent. There are tasks that personal assistants are simply not ready to...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/27/wiidii-is-the-first-hybrid-personal-assistant-at-ces-2018/
When I watched Don’s interview with Raphael, I was transported back to my school days in the early 1980s and adventures with a BBC Micro ‘B’, Logo and a Turtle. While the user interface is ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/27/the-turtles-are-back-with-root-robotics-at-ces-2018/
Today, families stay connected to each other through smartphones and the internet. We post family photos and videos on social media websites, and our family members who live far away can see it. ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/27/hopen-family-bridges-generations-and-distance-at-ces-2018/
Smart watches have become popular. There are several brands and styles that you can purchase, based on your personal style and preferences. One61 Studio makes superhero smart watches that geeks w...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/26/one61-studio-superhero-smart-watches-at-ces-2018/
There are plenty of smart home devices on the market to choose from. The difficult part is getting everything to work together in your smart home. U-Finder provides a solution to this problem. Th...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/26/u-finder-professional-smart-home-system-at-ces-2018/
The nature of work today is often one of multi-tasking. An hour on this project, a teleconference with some clients, a few hours on a proposal and by the time it gets to the end of the day, it’...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/25/track-time-with-timeflip-at-ces-2018/
The gaming experience has steadily improved since Pong. Each generation of console and processor brings more detailed graphics, faster framerates, improved sound, force feedback vibration, VR, AR...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/25/feel-the-heat-with-vortx-from-whirlwind-fx-at-ces-2018/
There are a variety of hubs on the market for people who have Smart Homes. Those hubs are specialized to coordinate with the products that make up your IoT. You need another device if you want to...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/24/woohoo-next-generation-of-smart-ai-assistants-at-ces-2018/
Up to now, drones have been little more than toys and camera platforms, promising much but delivering little. Working with Directorate General for Civil Aviation, Azure Drones‘ Skeyetech provi...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/24/azur-drones-spy-in-the-sky-at-ces-2018/
There are massage chairs and then there are BodyFriend massage chairs. With these chairs, it’s not so much getting a gentle pummelling from a recliner as putting on Iron Man’s exoskeleton wit...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/24/marvel-lous-massage-chairs-at-ces-2018/
People want to protect their privacy online, but some are not certain about how to do that. Other might know how to do it, but the process can be tedious and time consuming. InvizBox makes a vari...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/24/invizbox-simplifies-online-privacy-and-security-at-ces-2018/
People who want to have a healthy lifestyle might change their diet or increase the amount of time they spend exercising. Romy Paris helps you extend your health awareness to your skin with a cos...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/24/romy-paris-formulator-keeps-your-skin-healthy-at-ces-2018/
The IoT devices you have in your home are designed to make your life easier. Connecting them all together can be very complex. Products from one company might not work well with products from ano...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/23/otodo-simplifies-your-home-iot-at-ces-2018/
When a person becomes injured, or gets very sick, they need to see a doctor. This might involve an expensive ride in an ambulance and a big bill to pay. A person who lives in a rural area might n...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/23/nomadeec-brings-mobile-telemedicine-platform-to-ces-2018/
What’s on your USB drive? You might have a mixture of work related information, personal photos, and other things that you wouldn’t want to get into the wrong hands. USB drives are small, and...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/23/kingston-encrypted-usb-drives-at-ces-2018/
Cameras offer a level of home protection that many people find comforting. Outdoor cameras can show you who is at your door, who has been in your yard, and if your package has arrived. Panasonic ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/22/panasonic-homehawk-smart-home-monitoring-camera-at-ces-2018/
Ozobot is on a mission to prepare kids for the future with the ability to collaborate with and control robots. They believe robots will be a huge part of almost every profession. Ozobot has creat...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/22/ozobot-teaches-kids-to-code-at-ces-2018/
Skincare is very personalized. We all have different skin problems, and each requires an individualized solution. Lululabs created LUMINI, an AI skincare assistant, that can scan your skin and id...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/22/lululab-brought-lumini-ai-skincare-assistant-to-ces-2018/
It can be very difficult to get through your work day when you haven’t had enough sleep. Sleepace can help you! They launched their Dream Life solution at CES 2018. Scott spoke with David from ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/22/sleepace-launched-dream-life-solution-at-ces-2018/
The Amazon Echo Show might be getting all the headlines, but it’s not the only show in town. Here we have the Clazio Spark, the most powerful smart speaker on the market – it’s a mini-media...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/22/clazio-spark-shows-off-at-ces-2018/
Having friends round to your house for multiplayer games is always fun, but the more there are, the smaller each player’s screen becomes as they share part of the TV. Split even a big screen in...
The adult entertainment industry has a strong influence on what type of technology survives. Naughty America is the only adult entertainment company that is allowed to showcase at CES. This year,...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/22/naughty-america-showcased-their-vr-at-ces-2018/
Avid anglers who enjoy participating in fishing competitions are typically not allowed to use live bait. Instead, they must use an artificial lure. Econet has created Eco-Popper, the world’s fi...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/21/eco-popper-is-the-worlds-first-digital-popper-at-ces-2018/
OrCam has a mission to help blind and visually impaired people achieve increased independence. The OrCam MyeEye 2.0 can discretely read text to a person who is wearing the device. Todd spoke with...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/21/orcam-myeye-2-0-discretely-reads-text-at-ces-2018/
Many people find it difficult to lose weight. Counting calories is tedious and you might make mistakes with your math. The amount of calories you consume does play a part in weight gain, but ther...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/21/gobe2-is-the-only-complete-smart-life-band-at-ces-2018/
Diabetes is a disease that affects increasing numbers of people in developed countries where obesity, lack of exercise and genetics are causing epidemic levels of the condition. Simplistically, t...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/21/manage-diabetes-with-diabilive-app-at-ces-2018/
Tracking environmental conditions is important for many industries, particularly food & drink and pharmaceuticals. Often products have to be kept below a certain temperature and any deviation abo...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/21/track-the-supply-chain-with-yesitis-at-ces-2018/
Today, many people use essential oils as part of their management of a variety of health conditions. Every person is different, and that means what works well for one person might not be the best...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/21/oblend-is-worlds-first-home-dispensary-at-ces-2018/
When people say IoT, they are often thinking about the devices that they use in their smart home ecosystem. People tend to overlook the other aspects of IoT, including the businesses that are inv...
Smart homes can make your life a little easier because they allow you to do things through an app instead of manually. Problems happen when the devices in your IoT ecosystem are not all on the sa...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/20/b-one-hub-simplifies-your-daily-living-at-ces-2018/
The products that are a part of your smart home ecosystem can connect to each other and work together. How does that happen? The simple answer to that question is Z-Wave. Todd spoke with Mitch fr...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/20/z-wave-powers-the-internet-of-things-at-ces-2018/
Are you sure those leftovers are still safe to eat? You may have forgotten how long the food has been in the refrigerator. This causes us to throw away food – that might still be good – becau...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/20/ovie-smart-food-storage-at-ces-2018/
People who ride their bikes on the street must share the road with cars. Wearing a helmet can protect your head. If you need to signal a turn, you have to take your hands off your handlebars. LIV...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/20/livall-helmetphone-keeps-your-hands-on-your-bike-at-ces-2018/
New parents have a lot of stress. It can be difficult to know if you are doing the best thing for your baby. How much should you feed your baby? Are you overfeeding? Has your baby’s caregiver f...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/19/mia-helps-make-you-a-better-parent-at-ces-2018/
Digital assistants make our lives a little bit easier. They can conveniently save you some time. One problem with digital assistants is that your environment isn’t always ideal for accessing th...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/19/jinni-gives-you-always-available-alexa-at-ces-2018/
Stainless steel insulated water bottles are commonplace today and have largely taken over from the glass vacuum flasks – the latter are just too delicate, especially for camping and hillwalking...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/18/get-cooking-with-a-cauldryn-at-ces-2018/
Fibaro are one of the bigger names in smart homes with a wide range of products from simple light switches to complex controllers. Originally based around Z-wave, their accessories now work with ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/18/fibaro-doubles-up-with-homekit-at-ces-2018/
We all know what it feels like to go to work after a night where you had poor quality sleep. REM-Fit has created the perfect pillow for everyone that can help you improve your sleep. The ZEEQ sma...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/18/rem-fits-zeeq-is-the-perfect-pillow-for-everyone-at-ces-2018/
It’s always been easy to find text and even video-based information on the web. But for some reason, using search engines to find audio-based content is not as efficient. Countless outlets are ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/18/audioburst-brings-personalized-on-demand-audio-to-ces-2018/
Panoramic cameras are interesting because they can record in ways that other cameras cannot. The Pilot Era is a professional level panoramic camera from Pisoftware. They estimate it will be price...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/18/pisoftware-brought-pilot-era-panoramic-camera-to-ces-2018/
When it comes to PC computers, there are basically two styles to choose from: a plastic box, or a flashy case with LED lights for gamers. What if neither of those two options fits your personal s...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/15/monkey-bidouille-showcased-beautiful-pc-cases-at-ces-2018/
Our shoes protect our feet from the environment. E-Vone has created a smart shoe that can provide a different kind of protection. These shoes send an alert when the wearer has fallen down and ena...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/15/e-vone-smart-shoe-with-falling-alert-system-at-ces-2018/
Mobile gaming is fun, but there are limitations. While some video games are specifically designed to be played on a smartphone or tablet, most are not. This leaves gamers with the frustrating pro...
Geiger counters are great for detecting and measuring ionising radiation but their biggest flaw is that they can’t discriminate between the different types of radiation; alpha, beta or gamma. I...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/15/know-your-ionising-radiation-with-icohup-rium-at-ces2018/
The popularity of craft beer has ensured a steady stream of smart gadgetry that helps ferment and brew the perfect pint. Here we have the HOPii personal microbrewery which successfully crowdfunde...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/15/get-the-perfect-pint-with-hopii-personal-brewery-at-ces-2018/
Often there can be no outward signs of mental health illness but some people exhibit unhealthy behaviours such as hair pulling, skin picking and nail biting. The team at HabitAware are helping a...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/14/help-with-mental-health-from-habitaware-at-ces-2018/
Being “in the zone” reflects that total mental focus and clarity that comes to people concentrating hard. For athletes and professionals, it can take years of practice and hard work. For us m...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/14/develop-mental-focus-with-brainco-at-ces-2018/
OWC is one of the stalwarts of the Mac world, bringing enhancements and accessories to Apple devices year after year. Let’s be honest, this is the team that gives you back the ports that Apple ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/12/can-you-hear-the-thunder-with-owc-at-ces-2018/
Remote controlled garage doors haven’t been particularly secure in the past and many people have disabled the feature because of the risk of break-ins to their homes through the garage. Todd an...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/11/skylink-brings-the-garage-into-the-smart-home-at-ces-2018/
Kicking off a range of smart hormone health care products, Mira Fertility helps couples maximise their chances of conceiving by measuring daily hormone levels. Four times dad Todd learns about t...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/11/mira-fertility-helps-start-a-family-at-ces-2018/
According to their website, the Aurasens Lounger is “your trans-sensory vessel to audio-haptic pleasure“. That’s some claim for a massage chair with headphones. Todd relaxes with Olivier, C...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/11/massage-your-body-and-mind-with-aurasens-at-ces-2018/
Many Americans have difficulty falling asleep. The iHome Zenergy line of products can help you take control of your sleep and get some rest. In addition, iHome also created the Reflect Pro, a top...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/09/ihome-focuses-on-wellness-and-daily-rituals-at-ces-2018/
Water is our planet’s most precious natural resource. We can’t live without it. With that in mind, it’s important that we do everything we can to conserve water wherever possible. In our da...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/08/robeau-is-bringing-accurate-water-usage-measurement-to-ces/
One of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions is to lose weight. People start out with good intentions, but many quit after about four weeks because they cannot see any changes happening. Shap...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/08/shapescale-3d-body-scanning-scale-at-ces-2018/
Just about anything that uses electricity produces heat. As computing devices become more advanced and more powerful, they can become true heat machines. But heat inside a computer can be destruc...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/08/kulr-technology-brings-carbon-fiber-cooling-to-ces/
As serious wine connoisseurs know, you have to let red (and some white) wines breathe after opening, allowing them to aerate for the best aroma and taste. As a generalisation, the younger the win...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/08/instant-wine-aeration-with-aveine-at-ces-2018/
Tracking shots have traditionally been the preserve of the professional filmmaker or broadcaster, first with cameras on dollys and tracks, then with Steadicam and now there are cable or wire s...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/08/beautiful-tracking-shots-with-wiral-at-ces-2018/
Lioness is both the name of the company and the name of their product. The Lioness vibrator is the platform for exploring and improving your sex life, alone or with a partner. The data on the Lio...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/06/lioness-helps-improve-your-sex-life-at-ces-2018/
CloviTek is the creator of CloviFi – the world’s smartest wireless audio transmitter. It is ideal for consumers, seniors, people who struggle with hearing loss, and businesses in public place...
Nuviz has created the first all-in-one motorcycle head-up display with integrated navigation, communication, action camera, and music in a single device. It enables those who ride motorcycles to ...
After the success of their smart helmet light for motorcyclists, Cosmo Connected are back at CES with a new version for bicyclists. For once the smart moniker is well deserved and it really coul...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/06/cycle-safely-with-the-smart-light-by-cosmo-at-ces-2018/
HELPER is a drone that was designed with lifesaving in mind. It allows lifeguards to drop a self inflating buoy in close proximity to a victim that is in danger. Helper Drone is useful for lifesa...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/05/helper-rescue-drone-was-introduced-at-ces-2018/
Your pet would love for you to stay home and play with it all day. Unfortunately, you have to go work. Pebby is a smart ball that entertains your pet while you are away. Best of all, the Pebby ap...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/05/pebby-smart-ball-entertains-your-pet-at-ces-2018/
Riding a bicycle or motorcycle can be fun, but it isn’t always ideal if you are in an area with lots of pollution. R-PUR found a fun and effective solution to this problem. They created the R-P...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/05/r-pur-debuted-a-fashionable-anti-polution-mask-at-ces-2018/
Lexip is the world’s first gaming mouse designed to be an all-in-one solution for your gaming needs across all types of games. It is a high-performance gaming mouse which is intuitive, precise,...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/05/lexip-introduces-revolutionary-gaming-mouse-at-ces-2018/
Smell is one of the last human senses to be conquered by machines, with human noses still assessing and testing a wide range of products such as tea, perfume and body odour. French firm Aryballe ...
The smart home is where-it’s-at, and while there are all kinds of automated lights, plugs and switches for people, there’s a growing market for the “internet of pets” – activity tracker...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/05/watch-lassie-come-home-by-wagz-at-ces-2018/
For relatively small devices, handheld hairdryers use large amounts of power for anything up to ten minutes at a time. As a result, it’s one of the last things you’d think to be successfully ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/04/go-cordless-with-the-volo-go-at-ces-2018/
Flic‘s smart Bluetooth buttons will be familiar to GNC readers as I reviewed them back in 2017. To be honest, the buttons aren’t that smart but it’s the clever smartphone software that doe...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/04/flic-gets-smarter-with-hub-at-ces-2018/
With the advances in medical sciences and technology, there’s often no longer the need to “Send it to the lab, stat!” to get up-to-date info on blood chemistry. Soon, readings will be given...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/04/just-a-drop-of-blood-with-apollo-medical-devices-at-ces-2018/
The leaky faucet in your home could be costing you money! Water is expensive, and 13% of the water that goes into a home is lost due to leaks. A drop of water every two seconds works out to a tho...
Voice-activated digital assistant devices have become somewhat commonplace in recent years, with the most well-known being developed by Amazon, Google, and Apple. These assistants can be good for...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/03/titan-platform-brings-ai-companion-to-ces/
One of the problems people face when they travel is the security of their bags or backpacks. There is potential that a thief will open your backpack and steal your items while you are sleeping on...
3D printing holds a lot of promise for many different aspects of human activity. However it’s been only in recent years that small-scale 3D printers have become widely available. While these sm...
You parked your car and went on with your day. Later, you might have an unsettling moment as you worry about whether or not your car is ok. Checking on it usually requires a person to stop what t...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/03/raven-makes-any-car-a-smart-car-at-ces-2018/
Human behavior in public environments is usually difficult to track. Proprietors of retail spaces and trade shows are always trying to gain deeper insights into what their customers are doing. To...
A lot of news has been made in recent years about athletes getting concussions as a result of their athletic careers. The tricky thing about concussions is, they’re hard to detect. That means a...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/03/reflexion-edge-tests-athletes-for-concussions-at-ces/
Self-assembly robots and smart toys are great for introducing and teaching children the basics of coding. It’s a hot area at the moment, especially with Nintendo Labo coming soon, but here we h...
It’s a sad statistic that around half of us in the Europe and US will experience a break-in or burglary during our lifetime and unfortunately, I’m one of those. Most burglaries are over in le...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/02/need-a-housesitter-ask-kevin-at-ces-2018-in-progress/
From a consumer’s point of view, internet shopping is great: huge choice and prices to fit every pocket. Sure it takes a day or two to come but that only increases the rush while you wait for t...
Tooth decay is the most prevalent chronic disease in children and it can easily be prevented by regular and effective brushing. Getting children to brush is another matter entirely but French fir...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/01/kolibrees-magik-toothbrush-brings-ar-to-brushing-at-ces-2018/
Just as in humans, obesity in cats and dogs brings health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Over half of the pets in American households are overweight and this reduces their life expectanc...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/02/01/petrics-helps-owners-shed-pet-pounds-at-ces-2018/
Kano‘s mission is to encourage people, particularly children, to see computers not as unchangeable appliances but as tools to be made, shaped, coded and shared. Their kits plug together bits, b...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/31/kano-codes-for-kids-at-ces-2018/
Fingerprint readers are well established in all but the lowest cost smartphones – look at the Moto G-series for phones priced around US$200 – and it’s a trusted solution. So it’s not surp...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/31/bio-key-uses-the-power-of-touch-at-ces-2018-in-progress/
True wireless earphones have been around for about eighteen months and products are beginning to innovate away from making the earphones technically better and physically smaller. As an example, ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/31/lizn-and-hear-the-conversation-at-ces-2018/
Kano‘s mission is to encourage people, particularly children, to see computers not as unchangeable appliances but as tools to be made, shaped, coded and shared. Their kits plug together bits, b...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/31/clap-for-kanos-camera-kit-at-ces-2018/
Playing games using bare hands for controllers goes back as far as the Eye Toy for the Sony PlayStation 2 but it was really Microsoft’s Kinect that brought gesture recognition mainstream. Fanta...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/30/you-can-feel-it-with-ultrahaptics-at-ces-2018/
When I hear “hydroponics” I always think of scifi and long missions to deep space. Fortunately, hydroponics is much more rooted in reality than the genre suggests, and this brings us neatly t...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/30/grow-your-own-with-opcom-indoor-hydroponics-at-ces-2018/
Mobile data charges abroad can be prohibitively expensive and tethering for wifi burns through the phone’s battery. The new Fonebud W wireless hotspot solves this problem for over 80 countries ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/30/wander-the-world-with-the-fonebud-w-at-ces-2018/
At CES 2017, PicoBrew showed off their personal beer brewing machine and this year, they’re back with a little something to take home alcohol production to the next level. Todd finds out more f...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2018/01/29/get-in-the-spirits-with-picobrews-picostill-at-ces-2018/
In the first interview, I chatted with one of Fibion’s partners, Olli Tikkanen, about their approach to activity tracking and how the Fibion team can produce accurate data on movement and life...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/08/19/fibion-brings-science-to-activity-tracking-part-2/
Fitbits and other activity trackers are popular: I see them on the waists and wrists of colleagues everyday and I have one myself. Good as they are at encouraging activity, they tend to be a fair...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/08/18/fibion-brings-science-to-activity-tracking-part-1/
As with much of the developed world, life expectancy in the Northern Ireland has increased considerably in the last few decades. With this growth, people are now living with long-term medical con...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/05/30/personalised-packets-pills/
It’s a fast paced world out there and you need all your faculties to keep up. Take too long, and it’s “Next please!” while you’re still standing there. Imagine how much more difficult i...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/05/22/jam-card-gives-people-time/
Learning is best done when fun and what’s more fun than play? Sam’s Curious Cars fall right into this sweet spot and Todd gets an interactive demo from Joachim. Sam Labs have created a series...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/02/01/real-virtual-play-combine-sams-curious-cars/
The technology to measure physiology is becoming commonplace: any smart watch worthy of the name can record heart rate. The trick now is to incorporate these sensors into other useful gadgets. A ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/02/01/owlet-smart-sock-sleeping-babies-ces/
A personal whistle may seem like a fairly old-fashioned thing to bring to an event like CES. But PapaGo’s new Geko smart whistle is anything but old-fashioned. Todd met with Paulina from PapaGo...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/papagos-geko-smart-whistle-keeping-things-safe-ces/
There are plenty of drones that can be used to take videos from the air or to take aerial photos. That’s great for photographers, but doesn’t do much for gamers. Drone n’ Base has crea...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/drone-n-base-is-the-gaming-drone/
For most computer users, a mouse is a pretty boring input device that has probably two buttons and maybe a click wheel installed. But there’s a whole world of high-end computer mice out there, ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/swiftpoint-z-award-winning-gaming-mouse-ces/
Avido has created something that many people have been wanting. The Avido WiBa is a contactless power charger that you can take with you when you travel. Todd spoke with Kevin about this ama...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/avido-wiba-contactless-power-charger-ces/
Aerial drones and quadcopters have been mainstream items for a few years now. It seems like every day, amazing new videos are posted online of landscapes, cities, or large events. While everythin...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/powervisions-underwater-drone-exploring-deep-ces/
With the arrival of the Internet of Things, installing antivirus software on a PC isn’t going address malware lurking on a smart home control unit. A different approach is needed and Bitdefende...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/bitdefender-box-protects-smart-home-ces/
We tend to think of new technology as something that everyone can use. Not so! Sometimes, the hottest new technology is inaccessible to users who are low-vision or blind. Todd spoke with Sean at ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/cyber-timez-cyber-eyez-supports-low-vision-and-blind-users/
Thunderbolt-based docks are turning into big business thanks to recent developments in computing hardware (mostly on behalf of Apple). Docks have been used for years to make it easier to use lapt...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/31/iogear-brings-thunderbolt-2-dockkvm-switch-ces/
One thing every attendee of CES 2017 must have noticed is how large the show is. Todd spoke with Allison from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) about how the show has grown and changed o...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/30/consumer-technology-association-statistics-ces-2017/
Synology is a real innovator when it comes to computer networking. The company is well known for its NAS devices but Synology also makes routers. Last year, Synology showed off its RT2600ac route...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/30/synologys-new-2600-router-packed-features-ces/
One of the best things about motor shows are the preposterous concept cars that will never see the light of day and serve only to showcase the manufacturer’s technology. Razer are verging into ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/30/razers-project-valerie-triple-screen-laptop-ces/
Witti are reasonably well-known for their Beddi collection of stylish bedside clocks and lights which both help the sleeper doze off and wake them gently in the morning. Expanding their product p...
Flir created a minor sensation few years ago with the Flir One thermal imaging attachment for smartphones costing only a few hundred bucks. Building on this, Flir have launched the Duo, a dual se...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/30/flir-duo-flies-autel-ces/
Vivint has been a leader in smart home technology for years. It was only a matter of time before the company partnered with AirBnB to provide tools to hosts who rent out rooms thru the service. T...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/29/vivint-partners-airbnb-ces/
Technology can do a lot to help keep us safe on the road. And that’s exactly what Cosmo Connected is doing with its rear-mountable helmet light for motorcyclists. Todd spoke to Roman at the Cos...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/29/cosmo-connected-ensuring-safety-motorcyclists-ces/
Underwear isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when you ponder CES. But if you think about it, clothing is probably one of the first (and oldest) forms of technology. Sure, we mostl...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/27/spartan-underwear-protecting-family-jewels-ces/
Fancy a beer? Me too, but I’ve never brewed my own, though his might change with the iGulu automated home brewing system. Todd looks for some refreshment in the hot halls of tech. Winning a...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/27/craft-beer-home-igulu-ces/
It’s only natural that musical performance and technology would collide in some interesting ways at this year’s CES. Musicians, music teachers, and students are always looking for new ways to...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/26/jameasy-helps-practice-violin-ces/
It’s no surprise that connected/smart devices could be found all over the place at this year’s CES. Proving that, at some point, every facet of the modern home will have a chip in it, Todd me...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/26/amadas-opening-closing-doors-smart-levers-ces/
The Internet of Things is bringing new products and concepts into our lives every day. We’ve got smart devices and apps all around us that measure and quantity everything from our vital statist...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/26/iob-labs-analyzing-skin-ces/
Who’d ever have imagined that the truly most powerful and (potentially) versatile devices we’d own would turn out to be our cell phones. But in the era of the modern smartphone, that’s exac...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/26/otterbox-brings-universe-phone-tablet-cases-ces/
Step counters and activity trackers are ten-a-penny, but what if the tracker could show you how you run, not just how far you run? It’s now a reality with smart insoles from FeetMe. Todd finds ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/26/smart-running-feetme-sport-ces/
Parents around the world will recognise the perennial problem of taking their child to the doctor for relatively minor ailments simply to get prescription or medication. The kid just wants to be ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/25/tytocare-telehealth-ces-keeps-sick-kids-home/
While 3D printers struggle to find a place in homes and offices, they’ve revolutionised the world of prototyping and the development of “one offs” within design and manufacturing. SE3D hope...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/25/se3d-offers-3d-printing-living-cells-ces/
In our previous post, we touched briefly on the latest version of Ford SYNC, and how the platform will integrate with Amazon’s Echo (Alexa) service. In this video, Todd spoke with Jack from For...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/23/ford-sync-integrates-amazon-echo-ces/
It might seem surprising to find a car manufacturer like Ford at CES, as the convention is primarily focused on gadgets and consumer technology. But Ford has been present at CES for several years...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/23/ford-sync-brings-multiple-apps-dashboard-ces/
Getting enough sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle but for some people the problem isn’t just about getting into bed early enough, it’s about falling asleep. Israeli firm 2breathe has ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/23/fall-asleep-effortlessly-2breathe-ces/
The trouble with solar panels is that they take up a fair bit of space, typically on the roof of a property, which means that those living in apartments or condos often miss out on the opportunit...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/23/solargaps-solar-panel-smart-blinds-ces/
Most CES posts here at Geek News Central cover only one item. But when Todd stopped by the iOttie booth, he discovered two different items that were worth covering. Fortunately, Andrew from iOtti...
Every year, CES is jam packed with accessory products for smartphones. Locating a good one can be like finding a real diamond in the rough. But that’s exactly what Todd did when he met up with ...
For the visually impaired, typing on a smartphone or tablet keyboard can be tricky as the small keys can be hard to pick out. The team at Qwertyfree are developing a replacement keyboard with jus...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/shift-qwertyfree-helps-visually-impaired-ces/
You might think that a switch flip is a skateboard move but in this case Switchflip lets you control new power outlets from a wall switch with no extra wiring. Todd gets a demo from Ryan on maxim...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/switchflip-switches-sockets-ces/
Free energy. It’s a dream shared by every homeowner when it’s time to pay the monthly utility bill. The closest thing we’ve got to a true “free energy machine” is solar power. These sys...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/solpad-disrupting-solar-power-industry-ces/
Norton has been a mainstay in digital security for decades. The company is best known for its suite of antivirus and anti-malware tools that runs on many PCs. Norton is now taking the next step i...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/norton-introduces-norton-core-router-ces/
Olloclip is well-known for its clip-on lens system for the Apple iPhone, though new at CES is the Olloclip Pivot, a grip for smartphones, cameras and GoPros. Todd finds out more from Patrick. The...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/olloclip-pivot-grips-smartphones-ces/
Much publicity, good or bad, was made over the recent updates to Apple’s MacBook Pro line of laptop computers. “Where are all the ports?” was a constant refrain from critics who didn’t li...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/elgato-unleashes-thunderbolt-3-dock-ces/
Kicking off GNC’s video production for CES, Todd’s at award-winners Kanex with Tracy, who shows off some of their latest accessories for the Apple Watch. Kanex won a “Innovation Honoree�...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2017/01/22/kanex-wins-gopower-watch-ces/
Returning to my interviews from this year’s Gadget Show Live and the Wearable Technology Show, I’m with Jeremy from Zappar. Their two dimensional Zapcodes generate a three dimensional augment...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/08/17/zappar-ar-gadget-show-live/
Devolo’s recent expansion into smart homes and home automation doesn’t mean that they’ve been neglecting their powerline network business. After upping their game with their top-of-the-line...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/06/07/devolo-dlan-5500-wifi-starter-kit-review/
Cats are possibly the laziest animals on the planet but they shouldn’t be completely indolent. They need regular exercise but it needs to be on their terms and most cats won’t go on a lead fo...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/05/10/rollycat-pet-toy-gadget-show-live/
In the last of my interviews with participants in the British Inventors’ Project, I’m with Avril from Ding Labs and their Ding Smart Doorbell. She tells me more about it. At first glance, the...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/05/08/ding-doorbell-gadget-show-live/
With our penultimate visit to the British Inventors’ Project at Gadget Show Live, I’m with Lesley from KiddieRail. She saw that for children banisters on stairs were too fat and too high for...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/05/05/kiddierail-at-gadget-show-live/
For anyone who uses water on a daily basis, knowing the quality of the water is essential. For these people, CleanGrow has developed a “laboratory in a suitcase” which is able to analyse six ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/05/03/cleangrow-gadget-show-live/
Although the march of technology has been towards miniaturisation and making gadgets smaller, there are some things that need to be big and there’s no value in making them smaller. For example,...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/05/02/neit-collapsible-luggage-gadget-show-live/
My little girl loves playing outside but I’ve noticed over the years that many of her outdoor toys become damaged and discoloured from the elements of sun, wind and rain. While small toys can b...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/28/folding-playhouse-gadget-show-live/
Easily the best thing at Gadget Show Live, the Supermarinovation x2 is a “wearable personal underwater propulsion device” but it’s much more fun thinking of the x2 as an underwater jetpack...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/27/underwater-jetpack-supermarinovation-gadget-show-live/
Travelling with children is akin to planning a military operation at times, with tons of gear and provisions catering for every eventuality. Looking to simplify maneuvers in the field, Moochew is...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/26/moochew-backpack-booster-seat-lunch-box-gadget-show-live/
Only a slightly bigger than a credit card, the Azoi Kito+ is a personal health tracking device that measures ECG, heart rate (pulse), blood oxygen, skin temperature and respiration rate. I’ve s...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/25/azoi-kito-health-tracker-gadget-show-live-2/
Continuing GNC’s coverage of the British Inventors’ Project at Gadget Show Live, I met Mark of Stebles Bikes and his interesting road bicycle with carbon-fibre mudguards integrated into the b...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/25/stebles-carbon-fibre-bike-gadget-show-live/
AR and VR are lining up to be the next big thing and the headset space is filling out with plenty of competitors from Oculus Rift to Google Cardboard. Less obvious in the space are the motion con...
Several areas of the UK now charge for plastic grocery bags as a green tax and reusable shopping bags have become very popular. Mind you, carrying round a scrunched up bunch of old bags is never ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/20/ohyo-folds-bag-size-gadget-show-live/
While every parent wants to be home to see their children, sometimes work commitments and foreign travel prevent mummies and daddies being there for bedtime stories. Although it can’t give out...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/18/milo-brings-home-faraway-parents-gsl/
Today’s apartments and smaller houses aren’t always conducive to bicycle ownership. Bikes don’t stay upright, handlebars mark walls and transporting them can be awkward. They’re all wheel...
Good oral hygiene is important for everyone but getting children to brush their teeth can be a bedtime battle. Playbrush should help win the war, bringing fun into the bathroom. I get the toothpa...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/17/playbrush-brings-fun-toothbrushing-gsl/
Like me, many parents will remember the frequent struggles with travel cots: there was always that one rail that wouldn’t lock in place or the release handle that wouldn’t turn to disengage t...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/14/sleepspace-babyhub-gsl/
Here in the UK, contactless smart cards are increasingly popular with every credit and debit card in my wallet now enabled for PIN-free low value transactions. They’re very popular as travel ca...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/14/swipe-pay-merlo-wallets/
One of the best bits of Gadget Show Live is the support for the British Inventors’ Project. Designed to showcase the best of British invention and innovation, the Project sets aside part of the...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/13/british-inventors-projects-gadget-show-live/
In the last of my smart home interviews from Gadget Show Live, I look at one of the new entrants to the market, Smanos. The Dutch firm announced their new K1 Smart Hub at the show and while it�...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/12/smanos-launches-k1-smart-home-gsl/
A British Gas incubator, Hive has been a British success since 2013, bringing smart heating controls to UK homes. Building on the back of this success Hive are expanding their portfolio and makin...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/11/hive-expands-smart-home-gsl/
The second of my smart home interviews from Gadget Show Live comes from Fibaro and their “Home Intelligence”. Originally from Poland, Fibaro was established in 2010 and consequently has one o...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/10/fibaro-gadget-show-live/
It was smart homes galore at Gadget Show Live with at least five vendors showing off their wares. Geek News Central got interviews with four of them, and here I start with Samsung SmartThings and...
When I arrived at Gadget Show Live, household and kitchen appliances weren’t at the forefront of my mind, but I was astounded by Morphy Richard’s transparent toaster and iron. Yes, you read ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/09/transparent-appliances-morphy-richards-gsl/
Mio’s range of heart rate and activity trackers compares well with the big names in the fitness space, but it’s perhaps not the best known brand, though it does have history behind it. At ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/07/mio-heart-rate-activity-trackers-wts/
At Gadget Show Live, I was lucky enough to chat with two of the show’s presenters, Ortis Deley and Jon Bentley. In this interview, I ask Jon what he thinks have been the big changes in gadget...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/06/jon-bentley-gadget-show-live/
At Gadget Show Live, I was lucky enough to chat with two of the show’s presenters, Ortis Deley and Jon Bentley. In this interview, I ask Ortis what he expects of 2016. The post Ortis Deley a...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/06/ortis-deley-gadget-show-live/
Chinese medical technology firm Biolight have developed a ranged of personal medical devices for home use, including a blood pressure monitor, blood oximeter, wireless thermometer for babies an...
Atheer‘s AR smart glasses provide an interactive experience for industry, overlaying digital information for manufacturing, construction and medical uses. Andrew explores Atheer AiR and augment...
If you are heading to the Gadget Show Live in Birmingham, England this weekend then you are in for a treat. This is the fourth time that I’ve been and I think it’s the one of the best. Loads ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/04/02/gadget-show-live-2016/
For me, this was one of the highlights of the Wearable Technology Show. Bonnie Binary is a design consultancy offering creative skills and prototyping for e-textile and associated wearable te...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/30/bonniebinary-demos-e-textiles-wts/
It’s all too easy for both humans and dogs to get a little overweight with a few extra inches round the tummy. The PitPat activity tracker is designed to help dogs (and their owners) stay healt...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/30/pitpat-activity-tracker-dogs-wts/
Let’s say that you are a major manufacturer of sportswear and you need an activity tracker to keep up with the market. You’ve no experience in electronics or wearables, so what do you do? If ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/30/bittium-designs-wearables-wts/
TomTom are well know for their in-car navigation devices with over 75 million of them sold since 2004, including specialised variants for motorbikes and trucks. Building on their success with GPS...
French startup Diota have been working since 2009 to bring augmented reality (AR) to industry and manufacturing. This isn’t easy as the factory floor is no place for fancy headsets or delicate ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/29/diota-brings-ar-manufacturing-wts/
When it comes to wireless protocols for the smart home, there’s a plethora of standards from the well-known Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to the lesser known Z-Wave, Zigbee and ISM 433 MHz. Most smart ho...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/28/multi-protocol-cosify-wearable-tech-show/
Given the many different models of smartphone handset, in-house testing of apps is rarely effective at achieving comprehensive test coverage. There’s always going to be some model of phone that...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/27/applause-crowd-sources-testing-wts/
All of us are familiar with batteries, from the normal cylindrical cells for toys and remote controls, to the cuboid batteries often seen in digital and video comeras. Whatever the shape, batte...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/27/soft-batteries-enfucell-wts/
Home automation and the smart home were very much in evidence at the Wearable Technology Show. While the recent trend has been for Z-Wave and Zigbee based systems, Energenie‘s MiHome uses 433 ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/26/energenie-mihome-wearable-tech-show/
The article and interview concerns an intimate feminine product for use during pregnancy. If this is likely to offend, please stop reading now. Most children enjoy music, rhythm and dance so it d...
The Bluetooth tracker tag market is busy at the moment with several players making a name for themselves. Into the fray steps Chipolo, another ex-Kickstarter project, with their colourful tags. A...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/25/chipolo-tracker-wearable-tech-show/
The smartphones in our pockets have cameras that could only have been dreamed of a few years ago, yet most only take a couple of selfies. So why not use these miracles of engineering to do more?...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/24/cupris-medical-phone-case-wearable-tech-show/
Undoubtedly smart watches have their place but few watch aficionados are going to replace their Swiss timepiece with a mass-produced device of limited lifespan. MainTool have a potential answer ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/24/maintool-at-wearable-tech-show/
The Gator watch phone and tracker is for kids who need a little independence but are too young for a smartphone. Andrew interviews Colleen from Techsixtyfour to find out the benefits of this Trac...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/23/gator-wearable-phone-tracker-wearable-tech-show/
Parkinson’s is a terrible condition and while some drugs can ameliorate its effects, it can be tricky get the dosage regime right. Too much and the side effects include involuntary movements c...
Many people in the UK will have seen advertisements in the past for emergency call necklaces and bracelets aimed at older people who live alone, providing them with reassurance that they can call...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/23/acticheck-personal-alert-wearable-technology-show/
Originally a Kickstarter project, nCube Home is a smart home hub and app to control a wide range of smart devices from a single place. Andrew interviews Myriam from nCube and finds out why nCube...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/23/ncube-home-wearable-tech-show/
In the first of our interviews from the 2016 Wearable Technology Show, Andrew interviews Timo from Emfit to hear about the Emfit QS, which monitors sleep and gives detailed information on sleep ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/23/emfit-sleep-monitoring-wearable-tech-show/
Lego have a history stretching back to the 1930s and for the last few decades, Lego has run an education program to bring Lego to the classroom in relevant way for all levels of schooling. Nick ...
In the world of professional athletics, stats are everything. Not just the typical stats that fans might see like hits or points scored. But in-depth numbers about things like pitch counts and ju...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/12/vert-brings-athletic-tracking-new-level/
The recent boom in smart, connected technology has given consumers more opportunities than ever before to command and control different devices. But if you want to bring the so-called “Internet...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/12/nexpaq-modules-iot-ces/
Those of us who have dreamed about having our very own robot probably didn’t imagine that it would roll along like a Segway. Intel has teamed up with Segway to reimagine the Segway in the robot...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/12/intel-brought-segway-robot-ces-2016/
QNX might be a name that is unfamiliar to you, but their technology could be inside your vehicle. QNX has worked with more than 40 different automakers across the world, and has an over 50% marke...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/12/qnx-provides-platform-adas/
Tablet computers have become mainstays in our lives in recent years. The compact, yet powerful, nature of these devices makes it easier than ever to perform computing tasks in almost any environm...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/panasonic-tablets-ces/
For more than two decades, NVIDIA has pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics. Their work is at the center of the most consequential mega-trends in technology – vir...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/nvidia-accelerating-race-driverless-cars/
Denso is a global automotive supplier. They supply to all automakers in the world. Denso thinks that everything is going to be connected in the future. Aylee spoke with Manager of Corporate Commu...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/denso-explores-smarter-mobility-smarter-living/
Toyota believes that hydrogen is the future of the automotive industry. They have created a concept vehicle called the FCV Plus, which demonstrates Toyota’s vision of a connected, sustainable h...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/toyotas-fcv-plus-will-use-hydrogen-fuel-cells/
Sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It can be really hard to get up for work in the morning after having a bad night’s sleep. Sleep Number has been around for 35 years and they s...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/bed-gives-best-sleep-possible/
There are still parts of the country where there is no mobile (cell) phone coverage. There are those who would say this is a good thing, especially when it comes to wildness areas and places of...
Developed on the back of a successful Kickstarter campaign, CogniToys are Internet-connected smart toys with speech recognition that interactively engage and grow with a child. The first Cogn...
Stereo headphones have been around since the middle of the last century and 3D audio in headphones from the 1990s. Impressive as the spatial effect from 3D can be, the sound is still always rela...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/3d-sounds-labs-keeps-audio-place-ces/
Philips has a range of new headphones, each addressing different consumer needs, from the runner to the fashionista. Daniele listens in with Steve Punter of Philips to find out more about the la...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/philips-headphones-ces/
If you have a smartphone, then you need a smartphone case. There are some cases that have more than one function. The problem is that when it is time to buy a new smartphone, your old case will p...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/ztylus-truly-multifunctional-smartphone-case/
Stereolabs is the leading provider of 3D depth sensing technology for autonomous robotic and augmented reality. Their ZED 2K Stereo Camera is the first high definition stereo sensor for depth per...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/11/zed-stereo-camera-captures-world-3d/
Microphones do not have to be a boring grey color. They can have style! Neat Microphones, a member of the Gibson family, have two lines of aesthetically pleasing microphones that look like pieces...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/10/neat-microphones-look-awesome-sound/
Watching movies at home is nicer when you have surround sound. However, it is not easy to put together a surround sound system. You have to plan ahead, mount speakers, and figure out how to hide ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/10/philips-fidelio-e6-provides-surround-demand/
There are many people who dream about learning how to play the guitar. Jamstik can help you make that dream a reality. It is a portable mini controller that was designed around the idea of making...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/10/jamstik-uses-ble-midi/
Parents who are caring for a sick baby who might have a fever can find it difficult to check their baby’s temperature without waking him or her from a sound sleep. Lynktec provides a simple sol...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/10/lynktec-non-contact-smart-thermometer/
Gibson produced their first electric guitar back in 1936 and since then, the name has been synonymous with the instrument. This doesn’t mean that Gibson trades on its history alone and the com...
Fitness trackers have been around from a couple of years and they’re beginning to evolve from simply measuring steps and reps to coaching for improved performance. Jamie and Nick get a demo by ...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/09/gymwatch-fitness-tracker-coach-ces/
Todd Cochrane talks to Ethan from Celluon about the PicoBit laser pico projector. The PicoBit is a pico projector shaped like a smartphone that uses a built-in version of the Android operating sy...
Todd Cochrane talks with Crystal Griffith, Marketing Manger at Audio Technica. Crystal discusses the Audio Technica ATH MSR7 over-ear headphones. They sell for $249.95. Crystal also shows the ATH...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/08/audio-technica-2016-ces/
Todd Cochrane talks with Paul Meyhoefer, Vice President, J.K. Imaging Limited, Kodak about the Kodak PIXPRO 4k action camera. The Kodak PIXPRO 4k action camera uses a 4k sensor to record 360 degr...
Robin Raskin, founder of Living In Digital Times, talks with the guys about their experiences at 2016 CES. Living In Digital Times produces technology conferences, exhibits and events at CES and...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/08/living-digital-times-2016-ces/
Patrick Hanley, Marketing Manager at Touch Technology demonstrates their new oem touch screen controllers. Patrick demonstrates a new force touch or three dimensional touch screen device mock-u...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/08/touchtechnology-2016-ces/
Brian Stofiel, CEO of Stofiel Aerospace talks about launch services for micro/nano satellites. Traditional launch services are extremely expensive. The Stofiel Aerospace concept is to launch a 3...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/03/08/stofiel-aerospace-2016-ces/
Jamie Davis is joined by Daniel J. Lewis and Michael Day. They discuss their personal picks from 2016 CES. Michael talks about a spoon that is designed to automatically compensate for involuntary...
Todd Cochrane talks with J. George Land, Executive Director of Nexia Connected Home Solutions. Nexia Connected Home Solutions is a software provider that works with selected products from a selec...
Todd Cochrane talks with a Bill Lempesis, Executive Director of the VESA video standards organization. VESA now has 235 members and is currently concentrating most of its efforts around DisplayPo...
Todd Cochrane interviews Jim Kidd of Humanscale, an ergonomic furniture manufacturer. Todd and Jim discuss the need for and health benefits of ergonomic office furniture. Humanscale’s product ...
There are all kinds of fitness and sports trackers coming onto the market, from the generalists like Fitbit through to the specialists for single sports, like basketball or baseball. Digital Ski ...
Todd Cochrane interviews Josh with Catalyst, a leading provider of waterproof cases for the iPhone and Apple Watch. The Catalyst line of waterproof iPhone covers have an IP-68 rating and every ...
Todd Cochrane interviews Ronald Kim from BenQ. They discuss BenQ’s new line of Zowie line of competitive gaming accessories. BenQ brings in professional gamers to help them validate their g...
Improved home security is one of the benefits often cited by proponents of the smart home, but setting up everything can be technically daunting and require a little DIY. The team at BeON have ta...
Normally a wireless NAS unit wouldn’t merit a second look, with plenty of choice from big OEMs like Seagate to small crowd-funded efforts. But when this wireless NAS unit is the size of a match...
Keyboard players have had a wide range of options for creating all kinds of sounds for years, thanks to MIDI (musical digital instrument interface). MIDI takes input information from a control de...
Headphones may seem simple enough on the outside. But to discerning ears, a set of headphones’ ability to accurately reproduce sound is crucial to the enjoyment of the material. Sure, a cheap s...
Hand tremors can be a very disabling condition for sufferers as the tremors affect the ability to feed oneself and simply, food won’t stay on the fork or spoon. For the afflicted, this either e...
The internet can be a dangerous place if you aren’t careful. There are ads that contain malware, phishing websites, and other dangers. People who aren’t very tech-savvy might be unaware of th...
https://geeknewscentral.com/2016/02/29/cujo-is-a-simple-yet-sophisticated-smart-firewall/