WGST's "The Sully Show" for 6/12/15 - Father's Day Gifts for Those on a Budget

* Father's Day is about 9 days away and you can still get him a great gift without breaking the bank.

Rick and Sully talk about that today.

listen to ‘My Segment on "The Sully Show" on 640 am WGST for 6/12/15’ on audioBoom

1.  Kensington EVAP Wet Electronics Rescue Pouch

$14.99  at www.kensington.com

$14.99 is a small price to pay to get use of your devices back after they fall in water.

Dunks, drops, and water accidents with your electronic devices become no problem when you travel with this unique rescue pouch. Studies show that two out of three people will get their smartphone wet, so Kensington's EVAP kit offers a cost-effective solution. Its unique drying agent safely removes moisture from sensitive electronics and quickly prevents damage while restoring use.
 

2. Coolcore hat from Imperial

$30-40
Imperial is known around the world for making quality hats. Now they have technology in their hat to keep you cool.

Coolcore® provides a cooling solution that extends beyond traditional moisture-management fabrics or evaporative cooling technologies that typically rely on chemicals. It's 100% free of chemicals, polymers, gels, crystals or phase changing materials, ensuring all Coolcore® benefits never wash out or degrade. And, Coolcore® fabrics deliver three distinct functions, including moisture wicking, moisture transportation to accelerate drying, and regulated evaporation for a cooling effect. The result is up to 30% lower surface temperatures, drier garments that don't cling or saturate, healthier chemical-free usage, and zero degradation of the cooling effect over time or washing. Coolcore® is the only company globally to receive the "Cooling Power" award from Hohesntein.  

"Imperial's new cooling technology has the potential to change the headwear business," said Laura Robinson, Director of Retail at Pinehurst Resort. "The Pinehurst team saw their demonstration and we were all amazed at how this can be incorporated into headwear designs. Imperial impresses me with their innovation in the accessory category."
 

3.  Belt to Wear Anywhere

From Vader (Not Darth Vader)  about $27

The reinvented black belt that has a flexing bicep pose of its own in an understated elegance. As a modernist's take on the classic 1.25" wide leather, you'll want to wear it from the office/studio/shop to the soiree.

 
4.  YKS Adjustable Beam Focus LED Headlamp

$14.99 on amazon

Last week, we talked about a brake light, now how about a light that can help YOU see better.
 Ultralight: 2.6oz only, comfortable when wearing.
4 Modes: High light; low light; emergency flashing; SOS mode.
Adjustable Beam Focus: Pull out the lamp cap to focus the beam.
Extremely long life: The LED lifetime is 100,000 hours.

 


5.  Vice Golf  -  Personalized golf balls for Father's Day
www.vicegolf.com

Starts at $13.90 per dozen
Look what they did for Rick..

 
What would they put on a ball for Sully?

WGST's "The Sully Show" for 6/5/15 - Father's Day Tech to Keep Dad Safe

* Father's Day is less than 3 weeks away and Rick gives us some gift ideas that can keep dad safe...

Have a listen as Rick and Sully have some fun...

listen to ‘My Segment on "The Sully Show" on 640 am WGST for 6/5/15’ on audioBoom

1.  Freeplay's Encore Buddy is a weather alert radio   $70

- Available at Target stores and online

The Encore Buddy, weather alert radio allows you to keep both ears on the weather, when the need arises.
Freeplay Energy is the original provider of self-powered radios and lighting and other unique products has officially released their Encore Buddy.

The Encore Buddy not only looks good, it performs well as a radio a weather alert device, a flashlight and even a phone charger.

During an emergency, there is no time to waste and no need for a product that doesn't work. The Encore

Buddy will always work ith it's trusty hand crank.

2. Bandi Passport Belt
$30

Want to go for a run in a new city, but don't have any pockets to keep your cash and hotel key in? The Bandi Passport Belt will carry more than just your passport.

It's not big, it doesn't resemble a "fanny pack" but looks like a belt and keeps stuff safe.
 


3.  Pelican Elite 22" Carry On  -  $395.00

From Pelican.com

A carry on that meets all airline specs and will keep all your valuables safe and sound wherever dad's travels take him.

Features include:
Lightweight Design
Recessed Press and Pull Latches
Handle Location Maximizes Interior Space
Recessed TSA Approved Combination Lock
Recessed Carry Handles (Top, Bottom and One Side)
Recessed retractable handle
Custom design ball bearing wheels with solid hubs
Watertight O-Ring Seal
Automatic Pressure Equalization Valve
Fabric Interior Spot Cleans Easily
Limited Lifetime Guarantee of Excellence
Double wall polypropylene construction can withstand extreme loads up to 1,500 lbs.
Passed submergence test for 30 minutes at a depth of one meter
The Pelican Elite 22" Carry On comes in a variety of vibrant colors and you can see more at www.pelican.com.
 

4.  iFolio iPad leather carrying case from NewerTech

Dads, moms, and grads will appreciate the professional styling and luxury of the leather iPad carrying case portfolio for the protection and transportation of their iPad.  Perfect for students and teachers, iFolio zips up and includes straps to easily carry an iPad, as well as paperwork and pens in style. Comes in variety of colors:  Black, Gray, Cognac, Tan, Pink, Blue, Green, and Red. $69-$129, Info: http://www.newertech.com/products/ifolio2.php
 


5. LucidBrake - for bikers
 $74.99
www.lucidbrake.com

Visible up to a ½ mile away, the LucidBrake smart ultra-bright LED brake light provides safer biking so cars, other bikers, and pedestrians can see you braking, slowing down, or stopping -- even at a distance. LucidBrake detects and shows motion with 8 LEDs that  blink as you move and alert solid when you stop (just like a car’s brake lights), showing the difference between slowing down and abruptly stopping with 4 beacon modes (flashing, fast flashing, solid, off) and 2 braking indicators (sudden and normal).  The smart brake light detects slow and stopping motion using all 3 axes of acceleration signals (right/ left, up/down, backwards/forwards), filtering out road bumps, grades, angles, and normal cycling movements.
 
LucidBrake can be used on bikes, boats, jet skis, skateboards, wheelchairs, scooters, helmets, and even  backpacks.
 

My Appearance on WGST's "The Sully Show" 6/13/14 Talking Last-Minute Father's Day

Rick joins Sully on WGST on Friday the 13th.

Father's Day is just days away and Rick has some last-minute gadgets and tech items that would make great Father's Day gifts.

Have a listen:

listen to ‘The Sully Show June 13, 2014’ on Audioboo

1.  Samsung Galaxy S5 Active -  A new smartphone exclusively through AT&T

A new rugged Android phone

When Samsung unveiled its flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S5, back in March, one of the device’s headline features was dust and water resistance.

By no means was this an innovation. In fact, almost a year prior, it announced the dust and water resistant S4 Active. But by bringing these features from a secondary device to its flagship, it appeared Samsung was following in the footsteps of rival Sony in making weather proofing a standard feature.
One would also think that with a weather-proof S5 an S5 Active wouldn’t be necessary. But Samsung is determined to add yet another phone to its smartphone lineup.

The Korea-based smartphone giant quietly released the Galaxy S5 Active exclusively to AT&T subscribers in the United States. The smartphone is an update to 2013’s S4 Active and retains most of the same features as the new S5, but with a more rugged and shock resistant case. Think of it as an S5 with a built-in Otterbox case.

Like the S5, the S5 Active has the same 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, and a 2800 mAh battery. It also sports the same 16 megapixel camera that can shoot 4K video and with the same Focus Select feature, but without the ultra-fast Contrast Detection Autofocus that was a headline feature on the S5. The S5 Active has the S5’s built-in heart rate monitor but not its fingerprint scanner.

Unique to the S5 Active is a “convenience key” located on the left hand side of the device above the volume rocker. When pressed, the dedicated button will launch Samsung Activity Zone, an app which contains a compass, stopwatch, and flashlight – meant for outdoor activities.

The S5 Active is available online at AT&T brick and mortar stores starting at $35.75 per month for 20 months on the AT&T Next 12 plan, $199.99 with a two-year contract.

 

2.  A "Phablet"  -  Combination phone and tablet - Nokia Lumia 1320

The Nokia Lumia 1320, a large, powerful and versatile 4G LTE device, is available exclusively in Cricket stores and online beginning this Friday, June 13.

IDEAL USER:

The free thinking individualist –Windows Live Tiles let them personalize their start screen to see just what they need, at a glance in 3 columns.
Active, On-the-Go, Student - Great for students who need to stay both productive and connected throughout their busy day. Talk, text, message, take notes, all on one device.  Create and edit Microsoft Office documents and seamlessly sync them to the cloud with SkyDrive for access anywhere.

The frequent traveler – When mobile data is not available, access offline content by downloading files to your device (maps and music).   Nokia Mix Radio lets you save a Playlist so you can enjoy it on a plane and HERE Maps offline maps lets you navigate without burning up data.

Big Gamers – Extend your gaming experience on the go with Xbox live. Play the games stored on your Xbox at home, using your same avatar and profile.
Budget Conscious/Tech lovers – An affordable 2 in 1 device option, when a tablet and phone are out of budget.
Innovative/Unique:
Great alternative to Android and iOS using Windows 8
    Combination of a phone and tablet. Cricket’s first “Phablet” device.
    Multi-taskers can take advantage of all the Lumia benefits with this versatile device.
Always on the go and need your technology to keep up? The versatile Lumia 1320, with its  6 “ HD display and great features, is the perfect, affordable 2-in-1 solution for users who want to carry one device for all their communication needs.

    Big, bright 6" HD LCD display featuring Sun Light Readability and Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 for added protection.
    5MP camera with auto-focus, LED flash and 1080p video recording. A host of downloadable digital lenses to quickly edit your photos.
    Nokia Camera app with new simplified UI and Smart Sequence burst mode.
    Nokia HERE apps: Maps and Drive that help you get around with ease.
    Nokia Mix Radio for subscription free streaming music.
    A large battery ensures that all your experiences will last all day.
Specs
    Operating System: Windows Mobile 8 GDR3
    Dimensions: 6.47” (H) x 3.38” (W) x .38” (D)
 

3.  Zepp 3D Multi-Sport Motion Sensor

- For golf, tennis and baseball or softball   www.zepp.com

The Zepp 3D motion sensor attaches to any bat, club, or racket by a Zepp sports mount.
It then gives you baseball, golf, or tennis data that a player has never been able to see before. It happens as the sensor wirelessly transmits the data to your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth. The feedback is instant.
For tennis players, there is new 3D serve analysis.
The new app keeps track of important serve metrics like racket speed, ball speed potential, spin, back swing time and impact time.
This is not only great information for the professional or elite player, but also solid data for the recreational or club player. if dad loves statistics, he will love the Zepp sensor and the new and improved app. Also available at Best Buy stores.
 
4.  Keurig Coffee Machines

Keurig has new college-themed "Minis" with your college colors and logos.     The Keurig Elite brewing system (SRP: $119.99) brews hot or cold beverages in under a minute and is available in cool new colors including, Patriot Blue, Coconut White and Midnight Black.
 

5.  Roku - Streaming Stick avail at Radio Shack  $49.99

Get 1000's of channels on your TV through your Wi-Fi  - "Cut the Cord"
Let dad watch "The Internet" and all the streaming content available right on his TV with the Roku Stick.

The Roku 3500R Streaming Stick (HDMI Version) is a convenient little stick that streams loads of entertainment to your TV. Choose from 1,000+ channels and 31,000+ movies with more added all the time. Control it with the included remote or from your mobile device. Even cast Netflix, YouTube and personal media from your smartphone or tablet to your TV.
Roku 3500R Streaming Stick Product Features:

    Compact stick design. Plugs discreetly right into the HDMI port. Great for wall-mounted TVs.
    1,000+ entertainment channels and counting. By far the most movies, TV episodes, sports, news, music, kids’ shows, and free channels of any streaming player.
    Control with included remote. Comes with a simple-to-use remote that the household can share. With RF technology, you can use your remote without pointing it at the TV.
    Or control with your smartphone and tablet. Download the free Roku iOS or Android app to choose what you want to watch on your Roku player via your mobile device. It’s your choice.
 
If you have questions about any other tech Father's Day gifts... Tweet Rick at @RickRoswell