Hammacher Schlemmer Photo to iPad Scanning Dock
This versatile dock preserves irreplaceable photos and documents by scanning them directly to your iPad while charging and holding it upright. A free app controls the sheet-fed scanner, producing crisp 300- or 600-dpi JPGs in as little as 12 seconds. Scans appear on-screen in real time and are saved to the camera roll. The dock fully recharges an iPad in about five hours and accepts sheets up to 8.5 by 14 inches. It is compatible with iPad 4, iPad mini and iPhone 5/5s/5c running iOS 6 or later. Price: $119.95.
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Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge
The Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge are positioned as flagship smartphones, offering advanced hardware and refined design. The S6 edge features a dual curved-edge display. Both models include Samsung’s 14nm mobile processor with a 64-bit architecture, a new LPDDR4 memory system and UFS 2.0 flash storage for faster performance with lower power consumption. Photography is a priority: a 16MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera include enhanced low-light sensitivity and imaging solutions designed to deliver strong results. The camera can be launched from any screen in approximately 0.7 seconds by double-clicking the home button. Carrier promotions vary; for example, Sprint has offered the S6 free with certain Unlimited Plus plans (plan pricing varies).
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Dreampad Mini
The Dreampad Mini is a compact sleep aid designed to reduce stress, ease insomnia and help with jet lag by delivering calming vibrations through your pillow. Electromechanical transducers convert audio signals into gentle vibrations that are perceived primarily by the user, promoting relaxation and improved sleep. The product ships with five downloadable music programs and can also be used with an optional preloaded MP3 player. To use, connect the player to the cord inside the zippered pocket, place the Dreampad Mini inside your pillowcase and play the included programs. In a clinical study, over 80 percent of participants showed a measurable relaxation response within 15 minutes. A 30-day money-back guarantee is offered. Price: $179.
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TouchPico
TouchPico is a portable interactive Android projector that converts any flat surface—wall, ceiling or floor—into an approximately 80-inch touch-enabled display. It ships with two infrared styluses and an AirMouse, allowing you to write on documents, annotate presentations and interact with apps on the go. The unit includes a built-in Android OS, Wi‑Fi and 4GB of internal storage, so you can download apps from Google Play or project native Android apps by connecting a phone or tablet. Compact and roughly the size of a small planner, it is designed for portability and quick setup. Price: $599.