It's Back to School time for most college students around the country.
What's new and hot when it comes to gadgets and tech?
Rick and Axel discuss...
Have a listen:
1. Sprint - HTC 5G Hotspot
www.sprint.com
Harness 5G speeds for home, business, and at school with the world's first smart hub.
Command the rapid speeds of the future with the HTC 5G Hub. Designed for ease of use in both home and office environments, this versatile device enables smooth 4K video streaming, low-latency gaming, and faster networks.
With long-lasting power and Android™ 9 Pie support, the HTC 5G Hub is also made for a wide array of on-the-go situations, harnessing 5G speeds that are dramatically faster than 4G LTE networks.
The HTC 5G Hub maximizes 5G speeds to stream 4K videos to a second screen and deliver your favorite content in fluid clarity. It also replaces your Wi-Fi router and removes unnecessary cables for an easy plug-and-play setup.
*Wired connection required. USB-C adaptor and streaming apps used could impact 4K streaming performance.
Voice and Remote Control
Quickly and easily manage your entertainment needs with intuitive voice command and remote control features.
PC gaming and remote control via smartphone and Android apps. Actual function and performance may vary.
Big Screen, Big Time Gaming
Enjoy ultra-low-latency, 60fps, and 4K resolution—gaming at its finest—with the HTC 5G Hub.
2. Cricket Wireless
www.cricketwireless.com
Lots going on with Cricket...
Wins JD Power award
Atlanta-based and fastest-growing prepaid provider, Cricket Wireless.that Cricket is a stand-alone provider of non-contract wireless services (often referred to as prepaid) as part of AT&T’s prepaid business headquartered here in Atlanta.
J.D. Power announced the winners of the Customer Care Non-Contract category, and for the second time in a row Cricket Wireless won for Customer Care. We’ve come a long way since Cricket was a regional prepaid wireless provider and since AT&T’s acquisition and the launch of the new Cricket in 2014, we’ve been on a tremendous growth trajectory.
LG Stylo 5 which launched at Cricket on June 28th and we were the first carrier to sale the Stylo 5 in the US. The device comes in Blonde Rose (Exclusive to Cricket) and Platinum Gray. This is a great device with premium features without the price tag of other top-tier devices and perfect for the on-the-go entrepreneur, budget savvy techie, or multitasking student.
3. myCharge Power Lumens or other mycharge portable chargers
www.mycharge.com
Portable chargers are a convenient item to have for around the house when all the wall outlets are taken as well as traveling, work and school. Finding one that has double the benefits can make your life even easier, like the new Power Lumens from myCharge. Available in either 10,000mAh or 20,000mAh, the Power Lumens features two USB-A ports as well as a built-in light that features four levels of brightness and six different settings. The powerbank features a convenient easel for propping it up and directing the light where it is needed. The Power Lumens is ideal for camping, photoshoots, working in the garage and bedside tables.
4. Kensington Wellview Monitor Stand
www.kensington.com
$79
Kensington has done it again a new ergonomic monitor stand with adjustable temperature and air flow via a fan that keeps your body feeling good, even after long hours gaming or working.
Kensington monitor stands combine ergonomic benefits of raising your monitor height and the wellness benefits of personal temperature and air filtration control.
I've been using Kensington products for a decade and they are truly designed with the user in mind. Each Kensington WellView ergonomic monitor stand serves multiple purposes.
Ergonomic Design: steel base promotes a healthy posture by elevating your monitor to an optimal viewing height.
Interchangeable Modules: exchange the detachable cooling fan, ceramic heater, and air purifier to accommodate different seasons, environments, or personal preferences.
Stylish & Durable: fits well with either a home office or modern business environment, and supports monitors and all-in-one PC’s up to 27".
5. Pixel Eyewear - New Styles for Computer Glasses
www.pixeleyewear.com
Pixel Eyewear provides breakthrough lens technology that filters 50 percent of blue light and up to 95 percent at the strongest wavelengths, without the yellow tint. Lenses also contain nanotechnology that reduces smudges and repel water and dust. For comfort, each lens has an anti-reflective coating, eliminating computer glare and reducing the stress on your eyes.
Our eyes are not designed to be exposed to blue light emitted by computer screens, phones, and television constantly. Symptoms of overexposure include eye fatigue, dry eyes, blurred vision, headaches. Blue light can impair your sleep cycle as well as disrupting the circadian rhythm that prevents us from falling and staying asleep.
Right now for $75
6. Wakey Bedside Bluetooth Speaker and Charging Station from Soundcore
www.soundcore.com
The first bluetooth speaker/alarm clock/wireless charger combo; this device combines all your need into one convenient package.
It seamlessly combines well-known, Qi-certified, Anker PowerIQ™ fast charging technology with Soundcore’s clear sound quality for a perfect alarm clock for any bedroom nightstand or dresser.
Wireless Fast-Charging Technology
In addition to getting you up on time, the Wakey all-in-one supports 10W for Qi-certified Samsung devices and 7.5W for iPhone fast wireless charging with Anker’s proprietary PowerIQ™ technology, which charges devices up to 2x faster than a standard charger. Compatible with the latest Apple and Android devices to always start the day off with fully powered devices.
Crystal Clear Sound
The Wakey’s dual 5W drivers produce clear, balancing stereo sound to fill the room with soothing wind down music before bed and white noise to help you sleep. It connects to most devices via Bluetooth 5.0 to play music, audiobooks and podcasts. This all-in-one also features FM Radio for an easy listening experience.
Thoughtful Design
It’s sleek minimalist design comfortably fits any bedroom decor, while the intuitive Touch Bar design is easy to reach from beneath the covers to snooze, change the music or turn on the built-in white noise generator. Sparing no detail, the Wakey has an adjustable LED Display for in-room ambience and the Soundcore app quickly syncs time for worry-free time changes and super convenient alarm clock setting.
Available for $99.99 on Amazon and via select retailers. For more information on Wakey, visit www.soundcore.com.
7. 6 New OttLite Wellness desk lamps
https://www.ottlite.com/#
These could make a great addition to any dorm room or home office. OttLite lamps feature exclusive Clear Sun LED technology, which is as close to natural sunlight as you can get. The patent-pending Clear Sun lighting reduces eyestrain up to 51 percent, and the energy efficient LEDs last up to 40,000 hours. In addition to being healthy, OttLite lamps are also full of convenient tech features like: wireless charging stations, touch controls, and voice assistant for Google Home and Alexa.