Definitely a new and rising thing for iOS devices - the SanDisk iXpand USB flash drive is not the only one to hit the market with an integrated Lightning connector. The first from SanDisk however, the USB connects to your iPhone via the integrated Lightning connector and you're good to browse through files on your iOS device.
The third iteration of the UP wristband from Jawbone - UP3 is the most advanced fitness tracker from the company so far. In a market abuzz with smartwatches, Jawbone is determined to excel further in what it does best.
Olloclip's premium clip-on lenses have long since extended the capabilities of smartphone cameras, particularly the rear-facing shooters of the Apple iPhones down the years. We've already heard the reviews of photography aficionados with regards to how good the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus snapper actually is, but while Apple has definitely made some big improvements in terms of both hardware and software this time around, there's no doubt an Olloclip could take things to the next level. The start-up has continued to churn out these great, multi-functional lenses to offer such benefits as wide-angle and fish-eye shots, and now, the 4-in-1 for iPhone 6 is almost upon us.
Smart home products have risen in prominence over the past couple of years in particular, and thanks to crowd-sourcing sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo, these seamless home automation gadgets continue to gather steam. The August Smart Lock, which was first introduced last year, has just begun shipping to those who pre-ordered, and if you wish to get your hands on a unit, you can do so right now for the price of $250.
As well as the selfie-focused Desire EYE, HTC has also launched an intriguing, GoPro-like contraption designed to aid those wishing to capture point-of-view videos. The 16-megapixel sensor can also take pictures, and although the device doesn't include any kind of viewfinder, HTC asserts that this only adds to the RE Camera's simplicity.
Regardless of whether you have positive or negative connotations regarding Apple as a company, it's very difficult to argue with the level of masterfulness that goes into designing and crafting each and every Apple device. In today's market it's rare to find another company that goes into the same level of design detail that seems to be applied to each and every Apple device, and even rarer to find the same level of expertise applied to third-party accessories, which is why the Spira immediately stands out as an innovative accessory worthy of applaud.
Logitech is one of Apple's official accessory partners, and invests a great amount of its developmental man-power in creating some exciting new products. But aside from dreaming up some wondrous gadgets for devices bearing the Apple logo, it also caters to the wider market in general, allowing those on Android and Windows Phone to reap the benefits of its creations. In the latest, it has unleashed a quirky new keyboard capable of docking a smartphone and tablet at the same time, and with a very agreeable price tag to boot, it's the perfect all-in-one solution for traditional typists.
It's widely accepted that while Sony's unveiling of the QX lens camera attachments for smartphones last year was a novel idea, the execution was far from ideal. Poor, sluggish functionality were the general quibbles with what might have been a game-changer, but to its credit, the company is back with a couple of new ideas and new products that encompass said ideas.
What with Sony being a major smartphone and camera vendor, the Japanese outfit has recently sought to combine its specialties and create something of a middle-ground. Back at IFA last year, smart lenses were introduced - high-end attachments for smartphones that would offer a premier shooting experience on-the-fly. Like most first-time efforts, it was a concept that didn't quite hit the mark, but never one to give in so quickly, the PlayStation maker appears to be back with a revised approach in the form of the QX1. With rumors suggesting that it'll separate the image sensor and lens components, it could, in turn, allow device owners to hook up their E-mount lenses, and if you're in the market for a superior point-and-shoot experience, the QX1 may be your perfect purchase.
The wearable tech market is currently amid something of a boom. From smartwatches to head-mounted gizmos like Oculus, Google Glass and Samsung's purported Gear VR headset, many major companies are looking for a slice of the pie. But as Nike has demonstrated countless times with the likes of the FuelBand, you don't have to be in the field of technology to dabble, and in a move that would seem rather unlikely, the iconic Ralph Lauren brand now has its first smart t-shirt.
















