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Kensington has released the BlackBelt 2nd Degree Rugged Case for iPad mini. It consists of a hard polycarbonate inner layer that is surrounded by a strong, cushioned rubber layer. It features a built-in hand strap and a multi-position stand. A raised bezel and screen protector prevent scratches, and an X-frame designed to meet military-grade testing…

There are many excellent iOS apps available for download from the App Store that were specifically developed for the iPhone-size screen. With very few exceptions, these apps work perfectly fine on an iPad, and are just as useful. After all, it’s the same iOS that runs on both platforms. The problem is that many iOS…

iOS 8 may bring split screen app view to the iPad Users may be able to drag content between apps in split screen view, according to 9to5 Mac's unnamed sources, although developers will need to update their apps to take advantage of the new split screen features. If so, third party developers may finally be…

There are iPad Air case that are minimalist, lightweight and designed for a benign environment. This case is not one of those. However, when it comes time to travel or move often between various offices with a complement of gear, and there's a requirement for serious protection, the Tavik Hemings Zipper Folio Case for iPad…

Through the decades, we've never known anything else but Microsoft Word for Windows and Mac. In late March, however, Microsoft brought its monolithic word processing software to the iPad, a totally new paradigm from its PC legacy. Right away we see the familiar workings of Word, including cross-platform file compatibility. But it's also developed with many of the key…

Apple's new entery level tablet: The fourth gen iPad For $399, you can now get a 9.7-inch iPad with Retina Display, 16GB RAM, Apple's A6X processor, faster graphics, a 5 megapixel front-facing FaceTime HD camera, a rear-facing camera that can capture 1080p video, and a Lightning connector instead of the older 30-pin Dock Connector. The…

I am always interested in reviewing products from ZooGue because I know they will be both well made and well designed. It seems that each case I see offers some improvement over the previous one. The company's new case for the iPad Air lives up to my expectations.  The Prodigy Case for iPad Air The…

Every case maker uses a specific approach or two. It might be low weight, a high level of protection, attractive, artistic design, or the ability to be used in multiple orientations to name a few. Chil has taken its own approach for the iPad Air which is novel and effective, but it may not suit…

The LaCie Fuel is a small, battery powered, good looking terabyte drive that augments the storage of iOS devices and is focused on the Apple customer. It acts as a Wi-Fi source, and can transmit HD video to up to three devices simultaneously. Its storage is easily accessed with the Seagate Media iOS app. Operational…

No confirmation from Apple, but reports say a bigger iPad is coming Apple current makes a 9.7-inch iPad — the iPad Air — and a 7.9-inch model called the iPad mini. Considering Apple makes the MacBook Air, Mac mini, and Mac Pro, speculation has the company using the same naming scheme in its tablet product…

Traditionally, this is the time of year when we start thinking about organizing our lives a bit better, or seriously plan a new venture, or just start clearing out the accumulated detritus in our lives. Regardless of your intent, having a bit of help can make any task easier to tackle and, more importantly, complete. With…

The Macally Clear Case with Reversible Cover consists of a clear plastic back and a soft cover that's reversible and detachable. Each piece weighs just over 3.5 ounces, and even when using both, the iPad air is both fully protected and retains most of its featherweight feel. It earned a TMO 4.5/5 rating. _____________________ Previously,…

iPevo has released the USB SuperCharger. It will quickly charge up to four iPads at the same time using four USB 2.1 amp charge ports, and it takes up very little room. It will also charge other USB devices as needed. USB Supercharger in use The USB SuperCharger has an output of 5 volts with…

iPad mini a top seller at Walmart over Thanksgiving Along with big numbers for iPad mini sales, Walmart CEO Bill Simon said big screen televisions, Xbox One, PS4, and laptops were all big sellers. DSLR and handheld video games raked in big bucks for the company, too. Mr. Simon also said, “Our Black Friday events…

___________________ What seems to have started the fuss was a very favorable review of the iPad mini Retina by Anand Lal Shimpi at the highly regarded AnandTech site. In the display section, it was noted: “The iPad mini with Retina Display has the same color gamut as the standard iPad mini, which is narrower than…

__________________________ The iPad Air weighs just a little over a pound. At 28 percent lighter that the previous generation, it doesn't seem like much, but the effect is astonishing. Accordingly, to preserve that feeling, one would prefer a case that affords good protection but doesn't weigh the iPad Air down. Anything in the 1 to…

Apple's brand new Retina Display iPad mini is starting to trickle into stores, which is great since that means there's a chance you'll be able to get your hands on one soon. Since availability is so limited, however, finding out if any are available near you is important, and it turns out there's an online…

Apple's soft launch for the Retina Display iPad mini on Tuesday seemed to confirm concerns that inventory would be very limited, and Wednesday morning's checks back that up. Many of the Apple retail store locations The Mac Observer checked were all showing no inventory for personal pickup orders, and most models are showing a 5…

Apple surprised everyone on Tuesday morning by quietly launching it's brand new Retina Display iPad mini, but getting one in your hands today is easier said than done. While you can order online for delivery in a few days, picking one up in a store is near impossible, and you most likely won't find any…

iFixit has already torn apart the hours-old iPad Air, and what they found inside doesn't come as a surprise. The new 9.7-inch iPad model is packed tight with components, including Apple's 64-bit A7 processor and M7 motion coprocessor, and you shouldn't plan on trying to fix one yourself. Apple's iPad Air packs a lot into…

There was an interesting turn of events today in the world of tablets: Samsung topped Apple in tablet owner satisfaction with J.D. Power, the first time any company has done so since the iPad was launched in 2010. The asterisk, however, is that Samsung did so because its tablets are cheap. “Samsung showed particularly strong…

As expected, the Federal Aviation Administration has changed its policy and will now allow iPads and other portable electronic devices to be used during all phases of flights. The official announcement follows news from early in October when the FAA committee looking into the change said that's what was coming. FAA says iPads are safe…

A year or so ago I decided to learn French. There were several qualities that lead me to the language, not the least of which is that I think French can be the sexiest language on the planet, especially if spoken by a woman. (I've asked several women and they pretty much feel the same…

The Griffin CinemaSeat attaches to your car seat's headrest to perfectly position an iPad for backseat riders. This new version, called the CinemaSeat 2, is compatible with iPad 2, 3, or 4.  It has a hole for the front-facing camera, access to all ports including the headphone jack, and accommodates both the 30-pin and lightning…