The iRig MIDI from IK Multimedia is an ultra-compact standard Core MIDI interface for iOS devices. The gadget connects any MIDI compatible devices (MIDI keyboards, drum machines, drum pads, or pedal boards) to the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. The iRig MIDI provides three MIDI ports (in, out, and thru), a pair of LEDs for MIDI in/out activity display, and a micro USB port that can charge the iOS device while in use. The company also provides a couple of free apps such as SampleTank and iRig MIDI Recorder. The IK Multimedia iRig MIDI retails for $69.99. [Product Page]
Sonoma has launched the GuitarJack Model 2 audio interface for iOS devices. Designed for musicians, the GuitarJack Model 2 connects a wide range of music instruments and microphones to the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch via stereo mic/line inputs. The GuitarJack offers a 1/4-inch (6.5mm) instrument input, a 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo mic/line input, a 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo headphone/line output with increased drive for headphones and a dock connector for iOS devices. It is also compatible with GuitarTone, FourTrack, StudioTrack, Taylor EQ, and most third party audio apps. If you are interested, you can pre-order the Sonoma GuitarJack Model 2 for $149 a pop. [Product Page]
NETGEAR has introduced the Universal Push2TV HD Wireless PC to TV adapter (PTVU1000) at IFA 2011. The device enables users of Windows PCs or laptops to wirelessly display the contents of a computer’s screen onto a TV. This includes high-definition video from web sites such as Netflix, Vudu and YouTube; news from online sources including the BBC, CNN and The New York Times; and social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Google+. The adapter supports up to full HD 1080p video resolution. The NETGEAR Universal Push2TV HD adapter will be available in the United States and Europe later this month for $129.99. [Press Release]
Kanex today announced the availability of the C24DL dual-link DVI to Apple Cinema Display adapter. The device is designed for users with legacy Macs (2006-early 2008 MacBook Pro, 2005-mid 2007 Mac Mini) or PCs with high-end graphics cards to connect specifically to an Apple Cinema Display. The Kanex C247DL supports the native HD resolution (2560×1440) of the Apple Cinema Display. This converter actively converts the video signal from the dual-link DVI delivering pixel perfect resolution. The Kanex C247DL dual-link DVI to Apple Cinema Display adapter retails for $149. [Kanex]
The USB Cassette Capture and Player from Brando converts your old cassette tapes into MP3 files to playback on your computer, iPod or MP3 player. The gadget has an easy-to-use USB connection for converting the music on your tapes into MP3 files. Its portable size allows it to fit in virtually any bag and enables you to play and transfer music anywhere. The USB Cassette Capture and Player is powered by a couple of AA batteries (not included). $26 is all you need to bring home this fancy gadget. [Brando]
The Donya DN-IPDVA video/audio-out dongle provides an alternative way to connect your iOS devices to a television or an LCD monitor. The device features a VGA connector that can achieve a maximum resolution of WUXGA (1920 × 1200) and an RCA connector for audio. The Donya DN-IPDVA video/audio-out dongle retails for 3,999 Yen ($49). [Donya]
Green-House Japan today launched the GH-USB-VGAFHD USB to VGA Video Converter. This adapter allows you to add up to seven monitors to your computer via a USB connection. You can have additional monitors without having to purchase an additional graphics card. The Green House USB-VGAFHD is now available in Japan for 5,590 Yen ($69). [Green-House]
Online store Hammacher has started selling the desktop USB device that allows you to quickly and easily convert printed photographs into digital images. Photographs are placed in the converter’s tray which is closed to create a light box. The touch of a button instantly records the image as a JPEG or TIF to a computer via the included USB cable. The converter supports up to 600dpi resolution (3,600 x 2,400 pixels) and provides an automatic exposure control. It is compatible with Mac and Windows 7, Vista and XP. If you are interested, you can buy the Desktop Photograph to Digital Picture Converter for $99.95. [Product Page]
Cloud Engines has proudly announced the new Pogoplug Video. It is a new version of the award winning Pogoplug that allows personal video content to stream instantly to any device on the Internet without requiring end users to convert video to a new format or to upload it to an external website. This gadget allows you to stream video directly to iPhone, iPad, Android and other Internet connected devices. What’s more, video can also stream to UPnP internet-connected TVs or set-top boxes. The Pogoplug Video has been optimized to work with Sony’s AVCHD camera products to make high-quality video instantly streamable. The Pogoplug Video will be available for pre-order on March 1, 2011 for $199. [PogoPlug Blog]
GeekStuff4U has started selling the Lancerlink NHC-168 Network HD Converter, which allows you to send audio and video from an HDMI source to an HDMI-capable receiver via the Ethernet connection. The Lancerlink NHC-168 Network HD Converter enables you to watch a DVD movie on a TV and control your DVD player that happen to be far away from your position. The gadget is easy to use. You just need to plug the NHC-168 to the TV, Plasma TV, projector or AV amplifier. After that, you should plug it to a network via an Ethernet or USB LAN converter. Measuring 120mm x 91mm x 30.5mm and 220 grams, the Lancerlink NHC-168 Network HD Converter retails for 35,980 Yen or around $442. [Product Page]
