“The 12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaway: Day 37 – A Finis SwiMP3
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On the Thirty-Seventh Day After Christmas, Macenstein gave to you (or, more accurately, gave you a chance to win…) A Finis SwiMP3!
AAARRRGGGHH!! If it be treasure you be seekin’, look no further than the $150 Finis SwiMP3, a fine beauty of a water proof MP3 player. The SwiMP3’s hand-free design is perfect for SCUBA-diving treasure hunters who need to keep both hands free to fight both sharks AND octopuses.
The SwiMP3.1G is a waterproof mp3 player created with a unique innovative sound transfer technology that offers exceptional underwater sound clarity. The completely redesigned waterproof MP3 player utilizes bone-conduction technology to transmit high-fidelity sound underneath the water.
Standard players rely on the transmission of sound through air or water which causes the swimmer to perceive only muffled noise. Because the SwiMP3 uses bone conduction, the sound vibrations are able to be directly transferred from the cheek bone to the inner ear, giving the swimmer the ultimate sensory experience.
Yes, with the SwiMP3 you’ll be a veritable Aqua-Man, although hopefully you’ll choose a better costume.
To enter: Speaking of Aqua-Man, we all know if they ever make an Aqua-Man movie, it will be the greatest movie of all time and out-gross Avatar. But until then, we want to know, What’s your favorite movie of all time? Winners will be picked randomly 7 days later and notified (kind of like in The Ring, only with less killing… we hope). Open to ALL READERS WORLD-WIDE. Good luck, and thanks for reading Macenstein! (Oh, and be sure to enter ALL our “12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaways!)
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Matt Damon has an iPad
Having lived in the Rhode Island/Boston area for 4 years, I guess I might find this funnier than it probably is, but hey, it’s iPad related, and you guys seem to be wicked into iPad stuff these days, so enjoy.
“The 12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaway: Day 36 – A Finis XtreaMP3
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On the Thirty-Sixth Day After Christmas, Macenstein gave to you (or, more accurately, gave you a chance to win…) A Finis XtreaMP3!
Whether you’re a surfer, swimmer, or just suffer from Hyperhidrosis, you’re going to love the Finis XtreaMP3. I don’t know about you, but I need my music with me constantly to give me that extra little non-illegal energy boost when doing anything even remotely physical, and something like this would really come in handy for those times I just feel like quitting half-way through a shower. and who knows? With the XtreaMP3, I might even be able to lather, rinse AND repeat!
XtreaMP3 – The Ultimate Sensory Experience
Take your music anywhere with the durable and completely submergible XtreaMP3 player. The shockresistant and skip-free MP3 player plays up to 240 songs (1GB memory) in high-quality surround sound. The small XtreaMP3 player attaches to a comfortable neoprene arm strap, allowing you to enjoy your favorite music hands free. Specialized waterproof earbuds secure tightly, making for clear listening in any extreme environment. The player is USB compatible and completely waterproof up to depths of 15 feet (4.5m).
The iPod isn’t the only MP3 player in the sea, and in fact, it fears the sea, and water in general. (Finis, feel free to use that awesome line in your marketing materials if you’d like). And just because this bad boy isn’t made by Apple, don’t go thinking it’s a POS. This thing costs about $150, and apparently kicks ass. Finally you can paddle your surfboard without fear of dropping your music!
To enter: Speaking of fears, we’d like to know, what is your greatest fear? Winners will be picked randomly 7 days later and notified (kind of like in The Ring, only with less killing… we hope). Open to ALL READERS WORLD-WIDE. Good luck, and thanks for reading Macenstein! (Oh, and be sure to enter ALL our “12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaways!)
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Looks like SOMEBODY stayed up all night sewing
About 2 hours after the iPad was released, we began receiving press releases from various companies letting us know that they planned to offer a full line of iPad accessories. Some of these contained mocked up photos, some vague release dates, but today we were surprised to find that one company, Booq, claims they are actually SHIPPING theirs already.
First up is their Taipan sneak XS, a neoprene sleeve-like thing that no one would carry the way the guy in the picture is if it really had an iPad inside.
If you’re scared to go strapless, Booq also has the Taipan shadow X, a lightweight bag that quite frankly we suspect is really a netbook bag that their trying to pass off as iPad-friendly.
While all this speed in turning around product is nice, I’d be interested in seeing just how many people place orders for a case a full TWO MONTHS before the device is released. Although I assume anyone that WOULD might be able to use the case as a pillow for the two months they plan to spend sleeping outside their local Apple Store waiting for March.
Pee-wee Gets An iPad = pure awesomeness!
I’m so glad Pee-Wee got busted for indecent exposure all those years ago. Without that arrest (and his subsequent large amounts of free time) , I’m pretty sure we would not be seeing this video.
And yes, I realize he is making a comeback, and he was awesome on Reno 911. Chill out. I have much love for Pee-Wee.
Thanks to faithful Macenstein reader Matt for the link!
“The 12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaway: Day 35 – A Konnet Reflex Dock
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On the Thirty-Fifth Day After Christmas, Macenstein gave to you (or, more accurately, gave you a chance to win…) A Konnet Reflex Dock!
I’ve actually been testing out Konnet’s candy-like iCrado, the lower-end version of the Reflex Dock, and I’m pretty sure you’re going to love it –especially if you are into iPhone alarm clock apps, as I am.
Stylish Docking to charge your iPhone / iPod
– All-in-1 Docking: Charging, Data Transmission, Audio / Video output
– Advanced Reflex Design to Enhance the Speaker Quality and Mic Reception while using iPhone
– Sync important files with your PC/MAC through the USB connection
– Connection to external Audio Equipment through the Audio Output Jack
– Compatible with all current iPod / iPhone models
– Unique custom design enables charging/docking without removing most cases
– Includes Audio cable
No, you don’t get the big stereo thing.
To enter: Speaking of alarm clock apps, we’d like to know, how many hours of sleep do you usually get a night? (Mon-Fri) Winners will be picked randomly 7 days later and notified (kind of like in The Ring, only with less killing… we hope). Open to ALL READERS WORLD-WIDE. Good luck, and thanks for reading Macenstein! (Oh, and be sure to enter ALL our “12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaways!)
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They’re not exactly high-fiving, are they?
Someone managed to snap some video of Steve Jobs leaving the Yerba Buena Center after his iPad unveiling.
I’m sure its just me reading too much into this shot, but doesn’t the mood there amongst his posse seem just slightly less enthusiastic than that of a child’s funeral?
For the record, I am slowly warming to the idea of the iPad, and do not view it as the colossal let down many/most of you seem to. For years now I’ve complained about the idea of an Apple tablet, calling it the one imaginary Apple product I was LEAST looking forward to. And in fact, if Apple had unveiled a full-fledged touchscreen MacBook tablet, I would not have bought one. However, there seems to be just enough different about the iPad from both the MacBook and the iPod touch to at least make me consider buying one, which is something I was 110% sure I was NOT going to do before the keynote. So Steve and his pals there should buck up. They MAY have mad a sale after all.
Is it just me, or is that kind of a lot of time to put into your hair for an internet show?
Filed under: Apple Fanboyism, Awesomeness, Steve Jobs, iPad
Here’s a pretty interesting clip of Leo Laporte talking to a pineapple about his live video broadcast from the iPad keynote. Apparently Steve gave Leo “the stink eye” on a couple occasions. I therefore think it’s a safe assumption that Leo will die of an embolism by Saturday.
Video surfaces of the iPad nano
Filed under: Cynicism, Hardware, Humor, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
Thanks to faithful Macenstein reader TheWarpedOne for the link!
“The 12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaway: Day 34 – A Technocel PowerPak
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On the Thirty-Fourth Day After Christmas, Macenstein gave to you (or, more accurately, gave you a chance to win…) A Technocel PowerPak!
PORTABLE BATTERY AND HOME CHARGER IN ONE UNIT
This ultimate universal charging solution combines a backup rechargeable battery pack with a rapid home charger. Providing the extra juice when you need it, the PowerPak will recharge your handheld device at the same time as it recharges itself via the wall outlet. If you’re a frequent or long talker who constantly runs out of battery in the middle of the conversation, the PowerPak was designed for you, providing up to 3 hours of extra talk time. For those who are eco conscious, this solution meets Energy Star requirements by drawing very minimal power from the wall outlet when no additional power is needed. The easy to read, LED indicator lights reveal the remaining capacity of the PowerPak battery reserve with the press of a button. Interchangeable tips included in the packaging provide compatibility for 95% of all handheld USB devices. The PowerPak is also compatible with any other USB cable that might have been provided with your wireless device.
To enter: For gadget geeks like myself, there’s a certain comfort that comes from having a little extra power with you. And speaking of power, we’d like to know, if you had the power to switch lives with any person on the planet, who would it be and why? Winners will be picked randomly 7 days later and notified (kind of like in The Ring, only with less killing… we hope). Open to ALL READERS WORLD-WIDE. Good luck, and thanks for reading Macenstein! (Oh, and be sure to enter ALL our “12 Days AFTER Christmas” Giveaways!)
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