ION ANNOUNCES PHONE STATION PLUS, SPEAKER AND CONFERENCE CALL ENHANCER FOR SMARTPHONES
High-quality speakerphone booster and music playback system improves smartphone conversations and music playback. Cumberland, R.I. (Jan. 10, 2012) – ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment technology, introduces PHONE STATION PLUS, a desktop speakerphone enhancer designed to increase the quality of conference calls and music playback for Bluetooth-equipped smartphones.

Most smartphones have speakers built-in, but most are too quiet for a real phone conference. PHONE STATION PLUS is a one-stop solution to this problem: it provides loud, crystal-clear sound quality from any Bluetooth-equipped smartphone. PHONE STATION PLUS is an ideal conference call solution for the home or office thanks to its compact size, intuitive controls and superior sound quality.

Griffin Rolls Out New Travel Accessories at CES 2012
Portable Power and Handsfree Solutions for iOS and other devices showcased by Griffin Nashville, TN – January 11, 2012 – Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, will debut a range of new travel gear at CES 2012, including two smartphone accessories to streamline handsfree interaction in the car, four portable charging devices, and a new mount for air travel.

WindowSeat 3 HandsFree is a windshield/dashboard mount for smartphones. Designed for car stereos that have AUX-in jacks, this WindowSeat comes with an AUX cable and mic that can be used to make handsfree phone calls and stream music/navigation commands through the car speakers.

The PowerBlock Reserve, $59.99, is a wall charger for iPod and iPhone that can be plugged into any AC wall outlet to provide a quick boost of power.

Rounding out Griffin’s travel solutions is the Tray Table Latch Mount. The patent pending two-part mounting system is designed to be compatible with 90% of the world’s airline and commuter rail tray table latches.

Griffin Introduces Fun, New Features to Popular AppPowered Toys – HELO TC and Woogie
New interactive Woogie App for iOS and missile-launching HELO TC Assault debut at Griffin’s CES boothLas Vegas – January 11, 2012 – Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, will unveil new enhancements to its wildly popular toys at CES – including a Woogie App for iOS that generates authentic, interactive faces for the plush toy, a missile-launching HELO TC remote-controlled helicopter for both iOS and Android, as well as an universally compatible version of the original HELO TC for both Android and iOS platforms.

XtremeMacâ„¢ Reveals Tangoâ„¢ TT Flexible Audio and Charging Dock for iPod®, iPhone® and iPad® at CES 2012
Unique app-enhanced dock features flexible design and multi-directional speakers for premium room-filling soundOakdale, MN – January 11, 2012 – XtremeMac, a leading designer and manufacturer of accessories and audio solutions for Apple devices, is excited to reveal the new Tango TT at CES 2012.  The Tango TT is an app-enhanced, high quality audio and charging dock for iPod, iPhone and iPad.

Scosche Expands Listen Line at CES 2012 with Equalizer App and Three New REALM Headphone models

LAS VEGAS – January 10, 2012 – Scosche Industries, award-winning innovator of consumer technology, is excited to announce three new additions to the REALM by Scosche line of premium headphones, all of which work with the free tuneQ equalizer app for iPhone and iPod touch.  tuneQ is a graphic equalizer app that allows users to adjust the low, mid and high frequencies of songs in a stunning visual display.

ION DEBUTS iCade Core, A COMPACT, ARCADE-STYLE GAMING CONTROLLER FOR iPad, iPhone and iPod touch
Real arcade-style controls for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch games.Cumberland, R.I. (Jan. 10, 2012) – ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment technology, introduces iCade Core, a compact desktop game controller for iPad, iPhone or iPod touch. iCade Core is a streamlined version of ION’s acclaimed iCade arcade cabinet that equips the iPad with authentic, arcade-style joystick and buttons that are ready for fierce non-stop gaming.

iBUYPOWER Unveils Next Generation of Darkness and Shadow «” Erebus GT Unveiled at CES 2012

LAS VEGAS – January 10, 2012 – iBUYPOWER, a leading innovator in gaming PCs, is excited to announce the Erebus GT.   Name for the God Darkness, Erebus GT utilizes epic liquid cooling and overclocking abilities to reign supreme over lesser gaming systems.

Griffin Introduces Kiosk for iPad: Secure iPad Display for Commercial and Retail Settings

Las Vegas «” January 10, 2012 «” Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, today announced the availability of their Kiosk for iPad. The Kiosk is attractive, yet tough enough to withstand intense, everyday use in retail establishments, restaurants, medical settings and more.

PowerSkin® Announces New SolarCharge and KeyCharge Portable Power Solutions at CES, Equipped with Industry-Leading, Patented Battery Technology

Las Vegas – January 10, 2012 – PowerSkin® debuts an array of new portable power solutions at CES for the mobile user on-the-go, rolling out battery-boosting skins which include SolarCharge, KeyCharge, Gaming Skins for iOS and Nintendo 3DS, as well as new smartphone skins.

Griffin Technology Introduces StudioConnect and MIDIConnect for iOS
Compact and portable solutions that enable musicians to create and edit music on-the-go and at a fraction of the cost of a recording studioLas Vegas «” January 10, 2012 «” Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, is excited to unveil two new additions to its lineup of music creation accessories.

MIDIConnect joins Griffin’s GuitarConnect Pro in providing compact, go-anywhere input solutions for iPad, iPhone or iPod touch.  StudioConnect is the ultimate tracking, editing and overdubbing companion for GarageBand. The desktop unit serves as an all-in-one interface for audio, MIDI-In and MIDI-Out as well as a charging dock for the iPad device.

Recon Instruments Announces SDK for GPS Enabled Ski Goggles and Compatibility with Polar Heart Rate Transmitter at CES 2012

LAS VEGAS – January 10, 2012 – Recon Instruments, award winning innovator of Micro Optics Display (MOD) technology for action sport athletes, is excited to announce a Software Development Kit (SDK) launch in May 2012 for the Android based MOD Live and compatibility with Polar WearLink®+ transmitter with Bluetooth®.  The Android-powered MOD Live near eye device provides skiers and riders with a variety of instant information, and application developers with a unique opportunity. The company is currently working with strategic partners to develop apps for the MOD Live using a limited release SDK for Android.

 

SOUL Electronics Unleashes Party in a Box at CES 2012
SOUL Electronics launches the ultimate, portable, high-performance, wireless entertainment system featuring Apple AirPlay® technology and Bluetooth streaming capabilitiesLas Vegas, NV – January 10, 2012 – Soul Electronics, a global leader in pro and consumer audio manufacturing and the creators of the popular SOUL by Ludacris premium headphone line, has unveiled its newest audiophile device, Party in a Box, at this year’s International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

This sleek, yet powerful wireless entertainment system is completely unique in its class with three different built-in formats, including Apple AirPlay® capability for use with iOS devices, advanced Bluetooth streaming capability that allows users to pair with various Bluetooth devices, and a 5.8GHz two way transceiver that provides CD quality, uncompressed wireless listening and allows users to sync together multiple PIAB units or other wireless speakers for an expanded sound system.

SOUL Electronics Unveils Latest Design Concepts for SOUL by Ludacris Premium Headphone Line at CES 2012
SOUL Electronics and Chris «Ludacris» Bridges debut as official CES exhibitors to showcase the original premium SOUL by Ludacris line along with new designs for 2012Las Vegas, NV – January 10, 2012 – Making their debut on the CES 2012 show floor, Soul Electronics, a global leader in pro and consumer audio manufacturing and the creators of the popular SOUL by Ludacris premium headphone line, reveals seven new design and color concepts. Made in collaboration with Grammy award winning artist Chris «Ludacris» Bridges, these headphones will have all of CES buzzing.

Verbatim Verbatim Boosts Computer Performance with 2.5″ SATA Solid State Drives and Upgrade Kits
Unique upgrade kit contains everything needed to easily install a Verbatim SSD into a laptop or desktop system.

Charlotte, NC – Verbatim, the global leader in data storage technology including USB flash drives, portable hard drives, solid state drives, CDs, Blu-ray disks and memory cards, announces the availability of its 2.5″ SATA Solid State Drives (SSD) and upgrade kits.

Hub Innovations Introduces New Stands for Smartphones and Tablets
Ideal solution for optimal use and viewing of iOS and other devices, PRIZM, Uprise360 and ANVIL will be on display at CES 2012 Las Vegas – January 9, 2012– Hub Innovations, a company dedicated to developing products that change the way consumers protect and use their mobile devices will debut a range of new stands at CES 2012, including PRIZM a universal travel stand for smartphones, tablets, notepads, books and more.

PRIZM stand is a sleek architectural masterpiece, made from aluminum alloys and precious metals. Comprised of two identical parts, no thicker than a pencil, this stand slides together and creates the most versatile stand on the market. The Uprise360 for iPad 2, $44.95, is a unique 360 degree rotational stand that allows for optimal tablet use.

ION DEBUTS PICS 2 GO, PHOTO, SLIDE AND NEGATIVE SCANNER FOR iPHONE 4
Portable Scanner for iPhone converts 35mm negatives, slides, and 3í—5 or 4í—6 inch pictures to long-lasting digital photos without using a computerCumberland, R.I. (Jan. 09, 2012) – ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment technology, introduces PICS 2 GO, a portable photo, slide and negative scanner for iPhone 4 or iPhone 4s.
PICS 2 GO from ION is the easiest way to bring precious photos, negatives and slides into the digital realm by using the built-in camera on the iPhone 4*. PICS 2 GO is an ideal app accessory for iPhone 4 owners because anyone with an iPhone 4 can instantly digitize and share classic prints, slides and negatives without ever using a computer.

ION ANNOUNCES LP 2 GO AND DUO DECK ULTRA-COMPACT CONVERSION TURNTABLES
New turntables each include a speaker, battery operation and direct-to-digital conversion of vinyl via USB. DUO DECK converts tapes too!Cumberland, R.I. (Jan. 09, 2012) – ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment technology, introduces LP 2 GO and DUO DECK, two new ultra-portable USB conversion turntables with easy-to-use-software included.

LP 2 GO and DUO DECK are highly portable turntables that include a speaker, headphone output, battery operation and the ability to convert vinyl records to MP3 music files with just a few mouse clicks. LP 2 GO plays and converts vinyl, and DUO DECK plays and converts both vinyl and cassette tapes.

INTRODUCES iCADE MOBILE, A COMPACT, PORTABLE HOUSING THAT BRINGS CONSOLE-STYLE GAMING CONTROL to iPHONE and iPOD touch
Classic, tactile handheld control over iPhone and iPod touch games.Cumberland, R.I. (Jan. 09, 2012) – ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment technology, introduces iCADE MOBILE, a handheld portable game controller and housing for iPod touch or iPhone.

Bracketron Releases New Model of the iRoom iDock – World’s First Powered, Motorized In-Wall iPad Mounting Solution
iRoom iDock Touchcode protects your iPad with enhanced functionality and security featuresMinneapolis, MN – January 9, 2012– Bracketron, the leader in mounting solutions and accessories for mobile consumer electronics, announces the new iRoom iDock Touchcode.  The original iRoom iDock is the first powered and motorized in-wall mounting solution for iPad and a 2012 International CES Innovations Award winner. The new Touchcode model ensures that your iPad is safely stored in the docking station and only releases the tablet upon entering a programmable four-digit code. The LED-lit keypad complements the dock’s sleek design while offering added security and convenience. The iRoom iDock Touchcode is ideal for residential and commercial settings such as hotels, offices, showrooms, tradeshows and even private homes.

Griffin Previews the Twenty Audio Amplifier for Airport Express at CES
Twenty gives your existing non-powered speakers the ultimate in untethered digital playback from iTunesLas Vegas, NV – January 9, 2012 – Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, will debut Twenty at CES – an audio amplifier that uses an Airport Express to capture the AirPlay stream, decode it, then send the lossless, amplified sound through speakers.

SuperTooth to Debut New Bluetooth Products at CES 2012 – Disco2 Portable Speaker and Crystal Hands-Free Speakerphone
Entire SuperTooth collection – Disco2, Disco, Crystal and the HD, recognized as a CES Innovations Honoree Las Vegas – January 9, 2012 – SuperTooth, leading manufacturer of hands-free car kits and portable accessories worldwide, will showcase its industry-leading line of Bluetooth accessories at CES 2012, debuting its fresh new take on its wildly popular portable speaker – the Disco2 – along with its sleek new Bluetooth speakerphone – Crystal.

The Disco2, a portable, rechargeable speaker featuring an avant-garde design, more compact footprint and the same stellar sound quality consumers have come to expect from SuperTooth.  Crystal – SuperTooth’s newest introduction to its Bluetooth speakerphone line – features an ultra sleek and slim design.  Crystal attaches to a car’s sun visor via a durable, magnetic clip allowing for instant hands-free calling capability for any type of vehicle.

Griffin and Crayola to Unveil Expanded Lineup of Kid-Friendly Apps and Accessories at CES 2012
New Crayola-branded headphones, coloring apps and customizable iPod touch cases further extend Crayola into kids’ digital worldLas Vegas «” January 9, 2012 «” Griffin Technology, one of the world’s foremost creators of innovations for everyday life, and Crayola, whose products have inspired creative expression in children for more than 100 years, are excited to announce a new lineup of kid-friendly apps and mobile accessories at CES 2012.

Crayola MyPhones lead the 2012 lineup, available in two styles: earbuds and headphones. Both styles have built-in volume-limiting circuitry that keeps the sound pressure down to levels recommended safe for young ears. Crayola MyPhones Earbuds come in a range of bright colors all bearing Crayola’s iconic design. Each set of earbuds comes with its own carrying case shaped like a Crayola crayon, that opens to reveal the earbuds and 3 sizes of soft silicone ear cushions, sized just right to fit kids’ ears.  Kid-friendly and durable, Crayola MyPhones Headphones are designed to fit over the ears, so nothing enters the ear canal. Each set of headphones comes with stickers and Crayola markers so children can customize their headphones and make them unique and personalized.

Warpia Unveils WarpiaTV, a New Way to Stream Media and Browse the Web from Your PC to Your TV
WarpiaTV combines wireless streaming from PC to TV with special icon based video browser software powered by Kylo and a Wireless Motion Controller featuring Freespace® technologyLas Vegas – Warpia, a premier technology brand dedicated to delivering intuitive connectivity solutions, announces WarpiaTV, a PC to TV connectivity solution featuring a Wireless Motion Controller and icon based video browsing software.  Users can stream their favorite sports, news, entertainment and HDD content wirelessly from up to 30 ft. away while maintaining complete control of their content via the included Wireless Motion Controller. In addition, the icon based browser makes viewing content from the Hard Drive as well as popular Internet video sites quick and easy.

SpareOne Debuts the Only Cell Phone in the World That Runs on a Single AA Battery and Maintains Its Charge Up to 15 Years
Ideal for emergencies, worldwide travel and situations when accessing power is not an option, SpareOne is the only cell phone that provides true reliabilityLas Vegas – January 9, 2012 – XPAL Power, patented battery technology giant behind leading portable power manufacturers PowerSkin® and Energizer® Energi to Go®, will debut its newest innovation – SpareOne – at CES 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 10th-13th. SpareOne is the only cellular phone in the world that runs on a single AA battery, providing a constant line of communication even in the absence of electricity as well as the ability to pre-program important phone numbers for easy access to visitor, travel and emergency services.

Mobileye to launch the World’s first Smartphone-connected Driver Assistance System – the most significant innovation since the inventions of the GPS and the Airbag
Mobileye 5-Series is the next-generation offering in road safety, enabling the driver to receive critical real-time warnings about potential road dangers straight to their Smartphone. Mobileye 5-Series reads traffic signs; automatically controls the headlamps, all in addition to lane departure warning, forward collision warning, headway monitoring and pedestrian and bicyclist collision warnings.Las Vegas – January 9, 2012 – Mobileye, the leader in Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), is introducing the world’s most innovative driver safety solution at CES. The Mobileye 5-Series is available for shipments to US customers. Taking their mission of saving lives and creating safer driving conditions to heart, Mobileye’s next-generation aftermarket offering the Mobileye 5-Series, is the world’s most innovative ADAS that not only helps drivers avoid and mitigate collisions but also enhances driver experience.

4iiii Innovations Releases Sportiiiis, the World’s First Heads Up Display and Audio Feedback System For Athletes
Sportiiiis allows athletes to get the critical performance data they need to achieve their workout goals without breaking stride or taking their eyes off the road, increasing performance and safetyLas Vegas – 4iiii Innovations announces the release of Sportiiiis (pronounced Sport-Eyes), a heads up display and audio feedback system that attaches to sport eyewear and provides athletes with real-time visual feedback of critical performance data. This visual revolution in training and racing technology enables the athlete to maximize the benefits of their workout by maintaining their performance and form while keeping their eyes on the road. Sportiiiis, a compact unit that attaches to virtually any pair of glasses, is designed to work with ANT+ technology to guide users to pre-programmed zones for heart rate, speed, power, cadence, pace and more.  This key visual feedback helps athletes reach their goals, shorten their race time and ultimately go faster. Sportiiis, allowing athletes to see what matters, is available now starting at $199 MSRP atwww.4iiii.com .

Verbatim’s New Store «˜n’ Go Micro USB Drive Plus Delivers Rugged Portable Storage
Verbatim’s ruggedized  Store «˜n’ Go Micro USB Drive Plus offers go anywhere storage in a compact sizeLas Vegas, January 09, 2012 – Verbatim, the global leader in data storage technology including portable hard drives, USB flash drives, CDs, Blu-ray discs and memory cards, announces its new Store «˜n’ Go Micro USB Drive Plus, a rugged portable solution perfect for storing music, videos, school projects or photos that conveniently clips onto key chains, binders, notebooks and more.

Sceptre Unveils 2012 Lineup, Including World’s First 3D HDTV with Integrated Blu-ray Player

Las Vegas  – Sceptre, superior manufacturers of world class LED and LCD HDTVs and PC monitors, proudly unveils their 2012 lineup of HDTVs during CES 2012 in Las Vegas, including 3D televisions with integrated Blu-ray or DVD player, ultra-slim LED HDTVs and more.

Biscotti TV Phone Named as 2012 CES Innovations Honoree
Biscotti brings easy HD video calling to the living room, transforming any TV into a high-definition videophone. Featuring interoperability with Google video chat, users can call anyone on any device with no monthly fees.CES, Las Vegas – January 9, 2012 – For its cutting-edge design and innovation in the marketplace, Biscotti – the world’s first high-definition TV phone – has received the prestigious distinction of International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree.

Biscotti TV Phone, which will be shown at International CES 2012, is a single device that sits discreetly atop a TV and allows users to make high-definition calls to anyone, anywhere in the world using only their HDTV and Wi-Fi. Biscotti can make free calls to other Biscotti, and to any computer, iPhone, iPad or Android device supporting Google video chat, including Gmail and Google Apps accounts.

AViiQ Redefines Portability with 2012 Line Up of Travel Solutions for Mobile Devices
Complete line of products including the first ever folding surge protector showcased during CES 2012 Las Vegas – AViiQ, the award-winning mobile electronics accessory and design company specializing in solutions for the on-the-go user, takes portability into another realm with their 2012 Line-up of travel solutions, including the first ever folding surge protector, cable replacement clips, slim folding travel converters, and more.

ROCCATâ„¢ Studios Reveals Details for US Launch of Professional Gaming Peripherals
German gaming peripheral designer unveils keyboards, mice and surround sound headsets hitting the US market for the first time at CES 2012  Las Vegas – January 9, 2012 – ROCCAT Studios, a Germany-based manufacturer of professional PC gaming devices and equipment – today revealed the full details of its expansion into the US market. Already a legendary brand for legions of pro gamers in Europe and Asia, ROCCATâ„¢ enters the US gaming peripherals market with some of the world’s most advanced gaming engineering.  Beginning in mid-February Amazon will begin shipping ROCCAT’s internationally acclaimed lineup of innovative  gaming keyboards, mice, headsets and additional accessories.  Highlights of the award-winning gaming weaponry include…

Withings Unveils World’s First Internet Connected Baby and Toddler Scale
Awarded with the prestigious 2012 CES Innovations Award, the Withings Smart Baby Scale is a new innovative device that finally extends connected weight tracking to newborns and childrenLas Vegas Nevada, CES – January 8, 2012 – Today, French technology company Withings is announcing its Internet-connected baby and toddler scale, the Withings Smart Baby Scale. With WiFi, Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart (Bluetooth Low Energy) connectivity, it is the next evolution in home baby and toddler weight tracking. Withings has combined cutting edge technology and exquisite design to create a scale that will give parents all over the world a very simple to use and extremely accurate way to monitor, understand and share their child’s growth.

AOC Debuts the Aire Monitor with Docking Station
Ultra-slim Full HD monitor with built-in iPhone®/iPod® dock to be unveiled at CES Fremont, Calif.  – January 6, 2012– AOC, the worldwide leader in HD television and monitor display technology, announces the Aire Monitor with Docking Station, the ultimate monitor for iPod and iPhone owners. The 23-inch Full High Definition monitor features a built-in universal docking station for iPhone and iPod that allows immediate video, audio and photo playback from the mobile device through AOC’s patented plug-and-play technology. Along with the integrated dock, the base of the monitor also includes built-in speakers with high quality SRS Premium Sound. The 23-inch AOC Aire Monitor with Docking Station (e2343Fi) will be available for $279.99 at national retailers in March 2012.

id America® Adds High Definition Sparkâ„¢ with new in-ear headphones 
Colorful aluminum earphones with design inspired by an automotive spark plug New York – January 3, 2011 – id America, creators of the ever popular Gasket iPhone 4 case have once again obtained inspiration from their love for vehicles with the Spark in-ear headphones. The Spark is tuned for performance with the perfect blend of precision acoustic engineering and unique design with inspiration coming straight from the shape and function of an automotive spark plug. The in-ear headphones are perfect for enjoying music and also for answering calls with an advanced in-line microphone module.