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5G iPod shuffle in The 2010 iPod Value
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today.
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iOS Overtakes Linux in Web Market Share
NetMarketShare reports that in both July and August 2010, Apple's
iOS took a larger bite of the total Web usage market.
For the past two months, iOS has had more use on the Web than
Linux.
NetMarketShare notes:
"In order to more accurately describe usage share for Apple devices,
the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad are now being grouped under their
common operating system 'iOS'. Each of these devices can still be
tracked separately using the Operating System Versions report. When
these devices are combined, they have over 1% of global browsing share,
which is now higher than Linux."
Link:
iOS Overtakes Linux in Web Market Share
Apple Intros New iPod touch with Retina Display, A4
Chip, FaceTime, HD Video Recording, and Game Center
PR: Apple on Wednesday announced the new iPod touch, packed
with incredible new features including Apple's stunning Retina™
display, FaceTime video calling, HD video recording, Apple's A4 chip,
3-axis gyro, iOS 4.1, and Game Center - all combined in the thinnest
and lightest iPod touch ever. The new iPod touch features up to 40
hours of music playback and seven hours of video playback on a single
battery charge.*
"We've put our most advanced technology inside the new iPod
touch" said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Whether you're listening to
music, playing games, making FaceTime video calls, browsing the web,
capturing HD video or watching TV shows and movies, the new iPod touch
with its Retina display, A4 chip, and 3-axis gyro is more fun than
ever."
Apple's Retina display improves the look of everything on iPod
touch, whether playing games, watching video, browsing the Web, or
flicking through photos. The Retina display has 960 x 640 pixels - four
times as many pixels as before. The resulting 326 pixels per inch is so
dense that the human eye is unable to distinguish individual pixels
when iPod touch is held at a normal distance, making text, images, and
video look sharper, smoother, and more realistic.
With the new front-facing
camera and mic, iPod touch users can make FaceTime video calls over
WiFi. With just one tap of the new FaceTime app, iPod touch users can
call other 4G iPod touch or iPhone 4 users** to easily see what their
friends are up to, share important moments like the first day of
school, and even show others what they are seeing by easily switching
to the rear-facing camera.
The rear-facing camera on iPod touch is perfect for HD video
recording. Users can easily capture HD video wherever they are and
share it via email, MobileMe™, and YouTube. With the iMovie app,
users can combine movie clips, add dynamic transitions and themes, and
include photos and music right on their iPod touch. Users can buy and
download the app right on their iPod touch for just $4.99 through the
App Store!
Apple's A4 chip provides iPod touch users with more processor and
graphics performance along with long battery life. Apple says that this
power-efficient chip, along with the Retina display and 3-axis gyro,
makes games on iPod touch the best they've ever been on any mobile
device.
iPod touch is the world's most popular portable game player,
according to Apple. Now with Game Center, iPod touch users can
challenge and play friends or be matched automatically with new
opponents. Game Center lets iPod touch users showcase their scores and
achievements and discover new games their friends are playing. With the
App Store on iPod touch, users have access to the world's largest
catalog of apps with over 250,000 apps, including over 65,000 game and
entertainment titles to choose from.
Music and entertainment lovers can now easily access iTunes Ping
directly from their new iPod touch. iTunes Ping lets you follow your
favorite artists and friends to discover the music they're talking
about, listening to, and downloading. iPod touch users also have the
entire iTunes Store at their fingertips, giving them instant access to
the world's largest catalog of music, TV shows, and movies.
The new iPod touch comes with iOS 4.1, the newest version of Apple's
mobile operating system. iOS 4.1 enables new features like FaceTime
video calling, multitasking, folders, and Game Center.
iPod is the world's most popular family of digital music players
with over a quarter billion sold. Apple's new holiday lineup includes a
brand new iPod shuffle for just $49; the amazing new iPod nano with
Multi-Touch™ starting at just $149; the incredible new iPod touch
with Retina display, Apple's A4 chip, FaceTime, HD video recording, and
Game Center starting at just $229; and the iPod classic in a 160 GB
model for $249.
The new iPod touch will be available next week for a suggested price
of $229 for the 8 GB model, $299 for the 32 GB model, and $399 for
the 64 GB model through the Apple Store,
Apple's retail stores, and Apple Authorized Resellers. iPod touch
requires a Mac with a USB 2.0 port, Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later, and
iTunes 10 or later; or a Windows PC with a USB 2.0 port and Windows
Vista or Windows XP Home or Professional (Service Pack 3) or later, and
iTunes 10 or later. Existing second- and third-generation iPod touch
users can update to iOS 4.1 free of charge on September 8 to enjoy new
features including Game Center.
Apple Reinvents iPod nano with Multitouch
Interface
PR: Apple on Wednesday unveiled a completely redesigned iPod
nano featuring Apple's Multitouch interface that lets users navigate
their music collection by simply tapping or swiping a finger on the
display. Nearly half the size and weight of the previous generation,
the new iPod nano features a polished aluminum and glass enclosure with
a built-in clip, making it instantly wearable. The new iPod nano
features Genius Mixes, the ability to create and edit playlists, a
built-in FM radio with live pause, and up to 24 hours of music playback
on a single battery charge.*
"This is the biggest reinvention of the iPod nano since its
debut in 2005, and we think users are going to love it," said Steve
Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Replacing the click wheel with our multitouch
interface has enabled us to shrink the iPod nano into an amazingly
small design that is instantly wearable with its built-in clip."
The new iPod nano with Apple's multitouch interface allows users to
access their songs, artists, albums, and playlists with a tap or swipe
of their finger on the display. Holding down a finger returns the user
to the Home screen, and users can easily use two fingers to rotate the
screen if it is clipped onto their clothing upside down. Users can also
customize their Home screen by simply dragging icons from other screens
onto the Home screen.
iPod nano also features Shake to Shuffle, giving music lovers the
ability to shake their iPod nano to shuffle to a new song in their
music library. With its built-in FM radio, iPod nano lets you listen to
your favorite radio stations, and live pause lets you pause and resume
playing your favorite FM radio shows without missing a beat.
With a new design that is nearly
half the size and weight of its predecessor, the new ultraportable iPod
nano is a natural workout companion. Clip iPod nano onto your workout
clothing, touch your music, and start your workout. iPod nano features
a built-in pedometer that makes it easy to track your steps and also
supports Nike + iPod, giving users the ability to track runs and
workouts.
iPod is the world's most popular family of digital music players
with over a quarter billion sold. Apple's new holiday lineup includes a
brand new iPod shuffle for just $49; the amazing new iPod nano with
Multi-Touch™ starting at just $149; the incredible new iPod touch
with Retina display, Apple's A4 chip, FaceTime, HD video recording, and
Game Center starting at just $229; and the iPod classic in a 160 GB
model for $249.
The new iPod nano will be available next week for a suggested price
of $149 for the 8 GB model and $179 for the 16 GB model. Both
models are available in silver, graphite, blue, green, orange, and pink
through the Apple
Store, Apple's retail stores, and Apple Authorized Resellers. The
8 GB and 16 GB iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED is available through the
Apple Store and Apple's retail stores. iPod nano requires a Mac with a
USB 2.0 port, Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later, and iTunes 10 or later; or a
Windows PC with a USB 2.0 port and Windows Vista or Windows XP Home or
Professional (Service Pack 3) or later, and iTunes 10 or later.
Apple Unveils New iPod shuffle
PR: Apple on Sept. 1 announced the new redesigned iPod
shuffle, which features both clickable ring buttons and Apple's
innovative VoiceOver technology, enabling users to easily navigate
their music and playlists without ever looking at their iPod shuffle.
The new wearable iPod shuffle has an all-aluminum enclosure with a
built-in clip and comes in five brilliant colors - silver, blue, green,
orange, and pink. With nearly 50% more battery life, the new iPod
shuffle features over 15 hours of music playback on a single battery
charge* and offers 2 GB of storage for $49.
"Were making the iPod shuffle even better by combining
clickable buttons and VoiceOver technology, so users can find and enjoy
their music without ever looking at their iPod shuffle," said Apple CEO
Steve Jobs,. "With its all-aluminum enclosure and built-in clip, the
new iPod shuffle is a great workout companion, and at just $49 it's a
great entry-level iPod that almost everyone can afford."
iPod shuffle is based on Apple's popular shuffle feature, which
randomly selects songs from a user's music library. The clickable
buttons make the new iPod shuffle even easier to use. Press the center
button to play and pause, press the outer buttons to skip forward and
back or adjust the volume up and down.
The new VoiceOver button on top of iPod shuffle allows users to hear
the name of the currently playing song and to switch between songs,
playlists, or Genius Mixes. VoiceOver speaks 25 different languages and
even alerts users when their battery needs charging.
The new iPod shuffle now supports Genius Mixes, the iTunes feature
that automatically creates mixes from songs in a user's music library
that go great together. Genius Mixes provide the perfect way to
rediscover music users already have, but may not have listened to
recently.
iPod is the world's most popular family of digital music players
with over a quarter billion sold. Apple's new holiday lineup includes a
brand new iPod shuffle for just $49; the amazing new iPod nano with
Multi-Touch™ starting at just $149; the incredible new iPod touch
with Retina display, Apple's A4 chip, FaceTime, HD video recording, and
Game Center starting at just $229; and the iPod classic in a 160 GB
model for $249.
The fourth generation iPod shuffle will be available next week for a
suggested price of $49 for a 2 GB model in silver, blue, green,
orange, and pink through the Apple Store,
Apple's retail stores, and Apple Authorized Resellers. iPod shuffle
comes with Apple Earphones and the iPod shuffle USB cable. iPod shuffle
requires a Mac with a USB 2.0 port, Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later, and
iTunes 10 or later; or a Windows PC with a USB 2.0 port and Windows 7,
Windows Vista, Windows XP Home or Professional (Service Pack 3) or
later, and iTunes 10 or later.
Apple Premieres New Apple TV for Breakthrough Price
of $99
PR: Apple on Wednesday announced the new Apple TV which
offers the simplest way to watch your favorite HD movies and TV shows
on your HD TV for the breakthrough price of $99. Apple TV users can
choose from the largest online selection of HD movies to rent,
including first run movies for $4.99, and the largest online selection
of HD TV show episodes to rent* from ABC, ABC Family, Fox, Disney
Channel and BBC America for 99¢.
Apple TV also
streams content from Netflix, YouTube, Flickr, and MobileMe™, as
well as music, photos, and videos from PCs and Macs to your HD TV.
Enjoy gorgeous slideshows of your photos on your HD TV using Apple TV's
selection of built-in slideshows. Apple TV has built-in HDMI, WiFi,
ethernet, and an internal power supply for easy setup, and features
silent, cool, very low power operation in an enclosure that's less than
four inches square - 80% smaller than the previous generation.
"The new Apple TV, paired with the largest selection of online HD
movie and TV show rentals, lets users watch Hollywood content on their
HD TV whenever they want," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "This tiny,
silent box costing just $99 lets users watch thousands of HD movies and
TV shows and makes all of their music, photos, and videos effortlessly
available on their home entertainment system."
Apple TV users can now rent thousands of commercial free, HD TV
episodes on iTunes for just 99¢, with up to 30 days to start
watching and then 48 hours to finish or watch multiple times. Users can
also rent over 7,000 movies with over 3,400 available in HD, with most
new releases available the same day they are released on DVD.
Apple TV also gives access to the Netflix streaming catalog for
Netflix subscribers and the ability to browse and search, rate content,
add to or remove from your queue, or instantly stream straight to your
HD TV. Apple TV users can also enjoy millions of YouTube videos, more
than 200,000 podcasts, 4,000 Internet radio stations, and personal
photos from MobileMe and Flickr with several gorgeous new slideshow
themes. Music, videos, and photos can also be streamed from PCs and
Macs, turning your HD TV into the hub of your home entertainment
system.
Apple TV setup is quick and easy with a single HDMI cable connection
(HDMI cable sold separately). Just connect Apple TV to your HD TV, join
a WiFi network, and with a few clicks on the seven-button aluminum
Apple Remote, you have access to amazing content. Users can also
control Apple TV with their iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using the
Remote app, available as a free download on the App Store.
Apple TV will be available late this month for a suggested retail
price of $99 and can be pre-ordered beginning today on Apple's online
store. Apple TV, which comes standard with an aluminum Apple
Remote, will be available through the Apple's online store, Apple's
retail stores, and Apple Authorized Resellers. Apple TV requires an
802.11b/g/n wireless network or ethernet network, a broadband Internet
connection, and a high definition TV capable of 720p.** iTunes TV show
rentals and Netflix are only available in the US. Netflix features
require account subscription. iTunes movies rentals are only available
in the US, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand.
and the United Kingdom.
Why Apple Fanboys Are So Wrong about Flash
Computerworld's J. R. Raphael says:
"It's the question that's divided the tech world into two feuding
factions: Should a smartphone support Flash?
"In many ways, the issue has come to represent the broader Android
vs. Apple fanboy battle - open support vs. one guy deciding what's best
for your device - but in this instance, most of the fighting words have
been more about rhetoric than experience. Quite simply, the majority of
people knocking Flash support for smartphones have never actually used
a smartphone with Flash on it."
"Having now extensively used Flash on my phone, I can tell you that
I've had no problems with performance, stability, or battery life."
Link: Why Apple Fanboys
Are So Wrong about Flash
Skyfire Browser Bringing Flash to iOS?
Laptop Mag's Eric Chiu reports:
"We've spilled a fair amount of digital ink on the problems that
Flash has had in the mobile space in the past few months, but Skyfire -
developer of the eponymous mobile browser - looks to be throwing one
heck of a curve ball.
"Today, the developer announced that they've submitted a version of
the Skyfire mobile browser to Apple's App Store. The Skyfire browser -
which came to Android back in late April - is capable of playing and
viewing Flash video without Adobe Flash Player."
Link:
Skyfire Browser Submitted to Apple's App Store: Flash Coming to
iOS?
Could a Mediocre iPad Knock-off Foretell iPad
Marketing Doom?
ZDNet blogger David Gewirtz asks if Apple's biggest
threat is embodied in a humble $159 nobody-brand digital reader sold by
the Dillards department store (details below).
To us geeks, Gerwitz notes, department stores pretty much don't
exist, but to non-geek America, department stores are a big part of how
they buy stuff. When average Americans want to buy something, they
think about buying things in the stores in the mall - things in this
context like Dillards' new $159 Pandigital "NOVEL" ebook reader, which
is basically a rudimentary tablet computer with a color display,
Android-based that can read PDFs, play music, let you check your email,
and even download applications, albeit tied exclusively to the Barnes
& Noble bookstore.
Publisher's note: I work a part-time third-shift job at a local
Kohl's department store, and I've seen the same devices show up in our
store. I'm sure it's available elsewhere as well. dk
Link: How a Mediocre
iPad Knock-off Could Foretell iPad Marketing Doom
$159 iPad Challenger: Pandigital 7" eBook
Multimedia Reader
Created as a true lifestyle device, the Pandigital eBook is intended
to become another important screen in the home. A true multipurpose
device, the Pandigital functions as a cost-effective yet powerful
eBook, an easy-to-use web device, and a fully featured digital photo
frame. Built around a crisp 7" touchscreen, the eBook is built to be as
easy to carry as it is to read.
Features:
- 800 x 600 TFT LCD full-color screen
- 1 GB internal memory
- WiFi
- Bluetooth
- eReader
- Alarm clock and calendar to keep your day on track
- Full web browser capabilities
- Audio and video player for music and movies
- Games and tools including built-in dictionary and variable font
size
- AC adapter
- USB cable
- Cradle/stand
Pandigital has partnered with Barnes & Noble as a content
provider. Purchasers of Barnes & Noble content may share a
downloaded book with a total of three readers versus a single download.
The Pandigital Novel is available in black and white versions.
Price: $159.99
Link: Pandigital Novel
Classic iPod Mods
PC Mag's Benj Edwards says:
"It's a fact of life that Apple will, without fail, replace current
models of the iPod with newer, flashier versions. And eventually (if
not today), Apple will retire the iconic click wheel iPod design
concept in favor of models with touch-screen interfaces. The click
wheel's fate was already sealed when Apple released the iPod touch in
2007.
"But don't throw away that old iPod just yet. If it still works, you
can breathe new life into it through artistic or technical expression
in the form of hardware modifications (which we'll be exploring here),
as others have done since Apple first introduced its ubiquitous media
player...."
Link: Classic iPod
Mods
Smart Phones Helping to Move Business from the
Office to Anywhere
PR: Results of a Samsung Mobile survey have put a whole new
spin on "doing your business" in the bathroom. Samsung has announced
candid results of its new online survey that shows working Americans
who own smartphones are breaking old boundaries on when and where it's
appropriate to make and take business calls. According to the results,
these professionals conduct their business far, far away from the
office setting including while on vacation, the bathroom, during a
date, at church, or even during sex.
Respondents admit the need to stay connected and productive with
their jobs led them to take their business calls into more private
settings than ever before, such as a trip to the bathroom or during an
intimate moment with their significant other. Close to three quarters
(72%) were comfortable taking calls in the commode, while at least one
out of every ten people came clean about doing business over the phone
at a funeral (16%) or in the throes of passion (10%). Other taboo
business calls have taken place in the middle of the night (59%),
during a date (38%) and at church (32%).
Other surprising, but less salacious survey results determined the
following business behaviors:
The Great Communicators
Given that 78% of smart phone using office workers consider their
smart phone a critical part of everyday business, it's no surprise that
an overwhelming majority (89%) believe it's important to be readily
available to colleagues, supervisors and clients at all times, even
after business hours. In fact, almost eight in ten (79%) immediately
respond to a work email on their smart phone regardless of time of
day.
Leave Your Computer Behind
According to survey findings, nearly three-quarters (72%) of
respondents say that their dependency on their smart phone has reduced
the frequency they use an office computer or laptop. Four in ten (40%)
also claim they feel most productive working from a smart phone outside
the office, rather than at a desk on their computer. Consequently,
nearly a third (32%) see their smart phone as more important than their
desktop or laptop computer. In fact, 51% turn to their smart phone to
work on projects instead of their computer, even if their monitor is
within reach.
As the smart phone continues to increase in prominence in today's
mobile world, 29% of survey respondents say they can envision the day
that office computers become obsolete, with smart phones taking their
place. More than seven in ten (71%) office workers with smart phones
think companies should automatically supply the phones, rather than
laptops, to all employees free of charge.
Samsung Mobile has made it even easier to stay connected with its
Galaxy S portfolio of devices. The Android™ 2.1-powered Galaxy S
devices are currently available on AT&T and T-Mobile, will be
available on Sprint on August 31 and Verizon Wireless, U.S. Cellular
and Cellular South in 2010. Samsung Mobile has packed powerful,
cutting-edge technology into each Galaxy S device, including features
such as a stunning 4" Super AMOLED display screen, 1 GHz
Hummingbird Application Processor and a multitude of entertainment,
messaging and social networking features and applications.
The survey, commissioned by Samsung Mobile, was conducted by Kelton
Research and included 503 Americans ages 18 and older who own a smart
phone and work in an office.
Link: Samsung Mobile USA
Apps & Services
Frustrated with Irresponsible Drivers? There's an
App for That!
PR: Tampa based Crash Bang Studios today released Fail Driver
version 1.1 for the iPhone and iPod touch. Fail Driver allows
frustrated drivers to be able to report and tag other cars by capturing
their license plate information, and optionally capturing a picture of
the offending vehicle.
Fail Driver is ready to use from the moment it is installed. The
application allows users to choose the event that best suits the action
of the offending driver, such as: 'Cut me/others off', 'Red light/stop
sign runner', and 'Parking challenged'. The application records the GPS
coordinates of the event allowing others to see the location.
"Commuting to
work each day I often witness rude or irresponsible drivers. For a long
time I have wanted to find a way to 'tag' these people and highlight
their actions'" says cofounder Mike Shaw. "Get their license, tap a
button, report their action. We now allow peer review of
driving™."
Version 1.1 Feature Highlights:
- Map view showing recent submissions
- Show current location and local events near user
- Ability to tap on a map pin and then view the event details
- Ability to delete a submitted entry, provided it is deleted on the
same device and within 24 hours of submission
- Added profanity check for text entries
- Device Requirements:
- iPhone and iPod touch
- Requires iOS 4.0 or later
- 0.9 MB
Fail Driver 1.1 is free and available worldwide exclusively through
the App Store in the Lifestyle category.
Link: Fail
Driver (download
link)
Accessories
Brenthaven Introduces the 5-in-1 iPad
Case
PR: Brenthaven introduces the 5-in-1 iPad Case, offering
innovation and protection for your iPad. Whether using an iPad for work
presentations or simply catching up on the latest episode of a favorite
TV show, the 5-in-1 iPad case is the perfect fit.
The case offers five functions in one iPad case, perfect for typing,
watching movies and much more.
"iPads are meant to be mobile, so we set out to create a case that
increases the utility of iPad on the go while offering incredible
protection," says Brenthaven CEO Scott Armstrong.
The 5-in-1 case for iPad is custom fit for the Apple iPad.
Available in Matte Black or Metallic Bronze, this multifaceted iPad
case performs 5 unique functions including:
- A two-sided hard shell protection system which provides excellent
protection
- Horizontal viewing stand for watching your favorite movie
- Strap attachment system for watching shows on the go
- Typing stand when you need to tap out an email
- EZ-Grip™ handle system to help secure your iPad safely in
your hand while reading an ebook
Plus the Brenthaven lifetime guarantee.
The 5-in-1 iPad case is now available for order at brenthaven.com,
MSRP $59.95.
Link: 5-in-1
iPad Case
Padacs Toccata Case Converts iPad to Near-Netbook
with Built-in Keyboard
PR: Australian iPad accessories distributor PCRange has
announced the Padacs Toccata, an iPad case that offers the convenience
of a built-in Bluetooth keyboard.
The Padacs Toccata Bluetooth Keyboard Case is designed with the
heavy duty iPad user in mind. Its protective case has an integrated
Bluetooth keyboard that makes it easy for iPad users to type emails and
play games or just avoid using the iPad's touchscreen keyboard.
The Toccata's 235 x 135mm QWERTY keyboard is large enough to type
comfortably on without adding to the iPad's case footprint. Charged by
an included USB cable, the Lithium battery-powered keyboard runs for as
long as 45 hours.
As well as the iPad, the Bluetooth 2.0 keyboard works with a
range of devices including iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS (with iOS 4)
and Bluetooth-enabled devices running Windows, Mac or Linux.
PCRange CEO Raaj Menon says the Toccata Bluetooth Keyboard Case both
looks good and works well: "The case's modern design combines a
professional look with great functionality. You can fold the case into
the laptop position to use the keyboard, angling the iPad screen for
ideal viewing, or fold the keyboard back out of sight when you don't
need it. Its sturdy construction protects your iPad while magnets on
the front cover keep the case closed when you're not using the
iPad."
The Toccata Bluetooth Keyboard Case is compatible with Windows, Mac,
Linux and Apple iOS 4. The keyboard pairs easily with devices,
going into auto-sleep mode after 10 minutes of inactivity and
automatically reconnecting when it is switched on.
Its built-in 450 mAh Lithium battery lasts for as long as 45 hours
per charge with continuous standby for 100 days. Running on the ISM
2402-2480 MHz band, the keyboard has a 10-metre operating distance.
The Padacs Toccata case sells for Aus$89.95.
Link: Padacs
Toccata Case for iPad
New Sena Keyboard Folio Case Turns the iPad Into a
Luxury Netbook
PR: California-based luxury leather accessory designer, Sena
Cases, announces the debut of its new high-end leather Folio Keyboard
case for the Apple iPad. Known for designing innovative, luxurious
leather cases for the entire iPhone series, including the new iPhone 4
and 7 existing iPad cases, Sena reveals a new Folio case for the iPad
with integrated Bluetooth keyboard. Made from the finest quality
European leather, the new Sena Keyboard Folio masters the marriage of
style and function.
Sena Cases CEO, Ramsey Oten, Ph.D., is proud of the new case
design. "We have seen an amazing interest to our Sena Folio case which
is available in Apple Retail and Online Stores Worldwide. The Sena
Keyboard Folio is the same great design with an added Bluetooth
keyboard for those who prefer a traditional keyboard," he said.
The Sena Keyboard Folio Case for the Apple iPad: The Keyboard Folio
offers protective functionality with an integrated keyboard and a
stylish, streamlined designer style. The keyboard Folio features Sena
craftsmanship coupled with classic modern protection. The case offers a
book style, side folding design with cutouts for play-thru
functionality which allows the device to be fully functional within the
case and features an integrated recessed collapsible back stand which
folds flush to act as a stand while holding the iPad at an ideal angle
to watch videos, surf the web, view slideshows, photos, and
presentations and both offer the ability to use the iPad without
removing it from the case.
This leather portfolio book design is comprised of premium leather
providing a soft layer to gently protect your iPad. The integrated
Bluetooth keyboard allows you to work and type faster
ergonomically.
The Folio Keyboard case also features a soft velvet protective
lining on the inside, as well as multiple pockets for cards, IDs and
even checkbooks. It is secured with a strap and snap closure for total
protection when not in use. Offered in classic genuine leather, the
Folio Keyboard case is perfect for the professional business
environment and meetings. The secure flap with snap closure provides a
snug fit to your iPad. Its rigid protective layer reinforces additional
backbone support for durability.
Keyboard Features: Integrated Bluetooth keyboard (V2.0) with 45
hours of use, or 55 hours of standby time and features function and
sound/music control buttons. The keyboard is ergonomically sound with
its low profile and soft buttons and the Silicone face is resistant to
water and spills. The Keyboard also features charge and connectivity
indicators and complies with FCC regulations and will not cause any
interference.
Sena's cases are precisely hand-crafted by leather artisans and
showcase Sena's well-known quality and strong attention to detail.
Every design offers exceptional details to enhance the functionality of
each specific device while providing protection.
Retail Price: $149.99, but available on preorder for $129.99.
Several styles are also available at Apple Retail Stores and online
worldwide, or by calling at: 1-888-SENA-USA, or 1-714-505-8312.
Link: Sena Keyboard Folio
Case
