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May 24, 2012

Energizer to launch new charging solutions

Energizer showcased its new line of portable chargers earlier this month at the International CTIA Wireless Conference's MobileFocus event in New Orleans.

NEW ORLEANS — Energizer showcased its new line of portable chargers earlier this month at the International CTIA Wireless Conference's MobileFocus event in New Orleans.

The chargers, which are expected to roll out this year, feature sleek, ergonomic designs, along with blue LED charging and battery status indicators. The products on display were:

Energizer instant charger: Available for iPhone, iPod and micro USB devices, use AA Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries to increase the run time of smartphones;

April 13, 2012

Technology revamps beauty shelf

Beauty is increasingly extending beyond the shelf thanks to greater interactivity between the virtual and beauty worlds.  

October 19, 2011

PakSense introduces XpressPDF temperature monitoring label

PakSense has launched a new label that monitors time and temperature of such perishable items as food, vaccines, pharmaceuticals and biologics during distribution and storage.

BOISE, Idaho — PakSense has launched a new label that monitors time and temperature of such perishable items as food, vaccines, pharmaceuticals and biologics during distribution and storage.

October 11, 2011

Energizer introduces new universal USB chargers, Qi-enabled inductive charger

Energizer has expanded its portfolio with its new line of Energizer Universal USB chargers and cables, as well as the addition of the Energizer Single Zone inductive charger to its line of Qi-enabled products launched last year.

March 4, 2011

Inverting converters

BETHEL, Conn. — A new lineup of Duracell power inverters and laptop power adapters has been introduced for a spring launch. This is the first line to market advanced USB 2.1 Amp charging ports across inverters and laptop adapters.

January 7, 2011

Duracell rolls out new charging solutions

Duracell has unveiled new portable power lines that address the growing use of USB electronic devices.

BETHEL, Conn. — Duracell has unveiled new portable power lines that address the growing use of USB electronic devices.

Duracell's five new portable power inverters and two new laptop power adapters give on-the-go customers more efficient options to charge their devices. The inverters convert the 12-volt DC power from vehicle cigarette outlets into 120-volt AC and 5-Volt USB power, while the laptop adapters are designed to use 90% less energy than comparable adapters and work on all popular laptop models, the company said.

January 6, 2011

Oregon, Gaiam partner on wellness products at electronics show

Oregon Scientific and Gaiam on Wednesday announced a new wellness-bent product offering that includes low-profile heart-rate monitors with touchscreen technology; USB-powered air sanitizers; massagers for the head, back and body; and ultrasonic diffusers and heated candles for aromatherapy, which will be introduced first to buyers attending the Consumer Electronics Show.

LAS VEGAS — Oregon Scientific and Gaiam on Wednesday announced a new wellness-bent product offering that includes low-profile heart-rate monitors with touchscreen technology; USB-powered air sanitizers; massagers for the head, back and body; and ultrasonic diffusers and heated candles for aromatherapy, which will be introduced first to buyers attending the Consumer Electronics Show.

Each product in the line will include a Gaiam Wellness DVD that features such yoga instructors as Rodney Yee providing a comprehensive approach to stress-free living.

January 6, 2011

Testing blood glucose gets tech-savvy

Bayer Diabetes’ Contour USB, pictured here at CVS, may be ideal for those tech-savvy boomers just learning they have diabetes.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Bayer Diabetes’ Contour USB, pictured here at CVS, may be ideal for those tech-savvy boomers just learning they have diabetes.

The monitor takes a blood-glucose reading at one end and can be inserted into the USB port of either a home computer or the laptop in the doctor’s office.

November 8, 2010

Duracell rolls out USB charger

Duracell has expanded its Smart Power portfolio with a new charger that keeps devices connected...

BETHEL, Conn. Duracell has expanded its Smart Power portfolio with a new charger that keeps devices connected without the hassle of searching for an outlet.

Duracell's myGrid USB charger is compatible with virtually anything that can be connected with a USB cable. Its compact size makes it ideal for travel and convenient to have on hand as an everyday accessory for reliable extra power, Duracell said.

September 14, 2010

3M launches new pocket projectors for on-the-go use

3M has added two new products to its line of pocket projectors, making it convenient...

ST. PAUL, Minn. 3M has added two new products to its line of pocket projectors, making it convenient to share presentations, videos and more.

The 3M MP160 and MP180 offer 30 lumens of brightness and a two-hour battery life. The projectors also include a touch screen, Wi-Fi connectivity and Bluetooth compatibility, as well as an integrated MP3 player, four gigabytes of internal memory, a micro SD card slot and USB outlet.

August 22, 2010

What’s Hot: Gaining Smart Power

Duracell has introduced new myGrid kits to its lineup of Smart Power personal power products....

BETHEL, Conn. —Duracell has introduced new myGrid kits to its lineup of Smart Power personal power products. A myGrid iPhone kit now is available and includes a charging pad and a Power Sleeve compatible with the iPhone. Suggested retail price is $79.99. MyGrid starter kits now include tips for micro-USB phones, making the new kits compatible with even more devices than before.

June 23, 2010

Duracell launches myGrid mobile device chargers

Duracell has expanded its Smart Power line with a new product designed to charge the...

June 14, 2010

JumpStart Dual makes retail debut

Digipower, a division of Mizco International, has introduced a portable AC adapter with a built–in...

February 28, 2010

Consumers’ need for power recharges innovation

Gadgets are getting more sophisticated. While these products can do more, they also eat up...