In today’s iGRIND we have a few cool things to show you. We’ve got an add-on to your iPod that allows you to make using your computer more convenient. Lecia also has an update to their digital camera collection and Google has introduced a new service that allows you to make purchases and use coupons from your cellular phone. You can check out all of these and more! Enjoy.
What: WOW-Keys
Made By: Omnio
What It Does: Allows you to input info in your iPod via a keyboard or use your iPod as a trackpad.
Price: $100
WOW-Keys ($100 USD) is a full-sized QWERTY keyboard-dock combination, designed by Korean manufacturer Omnio, that allows you to input text from your iPhone to your desktop computer and also enables you to use your iPhone as a trackpad. The dock also works with iPod and iPhone, is both Mac and PC compatible and has 12 different Hot Keys. Yet another cool way to make use of your iPod. Check out the WOW-Keys in action after the break.
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WOW-Keys by Omnio.
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What: V-Lux 30 Camera
Made By: Lecia
What It Does: Record in 1080i and is equpped with GPS
Price: $750
Leica’s newest addition to it’s compact digital camera line is the the V-Lux 30. Available in June, it’s equipped with a 15.1MP sensor, 16x zoom range, built-in GPS and a new mode for creating 3D-stills. Video records in 1080i HD with full use of the zoom as well as a stereo mic with electronic wind noise filter.The GPS doesn’t just save the geographic locations of your shots, but can play tour guide as well, displaying sightseeing highlights in the immediate area. You can navigate through the camera with it’s 3″ LCD touch screen.
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What: Digital Wallet & Coupon Service
Made By: Google
What It Does: The services will combine coupons and discounts and payments at the time people buy things through their phone.
Price: Free
Today Google introduced the Google Wallet and coupon service called Google Offers. Together the services will work like this: coupons for items you buy regularly will pop up on your phone, or items at the store you’re shopping at will pop up on the phone and let you buy that item online. When you go to the cashier, you can wave your phone over a terminal, which will charge your card. Meanwhile your loyalty points with that merchant will be added to your phone. The first phone that will be able to do this is the Android-based Nexus S. Check out some more info about Google Wallet in the video after the break.
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Google Wallet
