Einstein Mimobot

CableJive dockStubz

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Nemo puts two tiny and affordable innovations to the test. Which one is quirky and geeky-cute, and which one tends to torque and confirm his gripes with Apple’s 30-pin dock connector?

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iPad the missing manual 4th Edition by J. D. Biersdorfer from O’Reilly Publishers — $25 US

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Author Darren Murph tells AppMinute about creating his exceptional book:

I’ll start by confessing that writing a book about technology is a very interesting challenge. I’ve been publishing articles online for over five years in this space, but constructing a book feels very different. In fact, the majority of the book is filled with secrets, tips and tricks that I learned from publishing online. As you well know, as soon as something is discovered in the technological realm, it’s publishing online within seconds.

But, the real challenge was separating the noise from the gems. The average person doesn’t have the time, willpower or interest to rummage through forums and message boards for weeks on end looking for ways to best use their iPad, and moreover, it’s tough to know exactly what to search for if you have no set goal in mind. My hope here is that this book will act as a repository, holding the best information out there in a single, easily accessible place, and perhaps entertaining readers all the while.

The book starts with a bit of backstory, catering to those who may purchase the book before actually deciding on an iPad, but more advanced users can hop around chapters at will to find what they’re looking for. Everything from productivity-boosting tips to suggestions on making the most from AirPlay are in here, as well as dozens of pages on the apps and accessories I recommend most.

Also, I’m really hoping new iPad owners who aren’t really self-proclaimed experts pick up this book; my underlying goal here is to make experts out of every iPad owner. Because, really, isn’t that a world that we all want to live in?

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Native Union Curve Twin

Nemo has been using an unusual dual-line handset to make Internet phone calls from his iPod touch and iPad. Curve Twin works with one or two portable or computer audio phone sources, including an iPhone.

Visitors to your office or home will praise Curve Twin’s stylish looks and upscale design. Listeners at the other end of your Curve Twin calls will be pleased with the clarity of its smooth sound.

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NewerTech GripStand

Nemo takes us to Los Angeles with an iPad; to Austin, Texas, with an iPod touch; and to Chicago with an iPod Classic. He gives recommendations for Wi-Fi versus 3G iPads, Internet in hotels, in-ear headphones, a portable USB charger, and a portable speaker+case+charger.

Whichever model of portable technology you use, put it into a durable, versatile protective case. This is essential when traveling.

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Nemo sets up wireless AirPrint from his iPad and iPod touch in a couple of minutes, using his local Wi-Fi network. Then he gets HP ePrint working to a special email address for wireless email printing from anywhere in the world. Amazing technologies. Listen to learn more. Then follow the links below for additional information.

Apple AirPrint Support Page with list of supported printers.

HP ePrint Home Page

HP Cloud Services AirPrint and ePrint List of Printers 

MyMac review of HP LaserJet CP1025NW

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Gordon Bell from Prosoft Engineering brings Nemo up to date on Prosoft’s latest consumer software. This interview takes place outdoors, giving their conversation plenty of atmosphere.

Prosoft was a founding charter sponsor of AppMinute, and we value their ongoing support.

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Rickshaw Bagworks is a fascinating company that is worth your consideration for bags, cases, packs, and sleeves.

Nemo orders a hand made horizontal insert padded $30 iPod sleeve from Rickshaw Bagworks in San Francisco.

Then he praises Rickshaw’s $80 iPad 2 Messenger Bag

and raves about their $100 Mini Commuter Messenger Bag.

LINK TO Owen Rubin’s article, with photos by Nemo.

Callvine has both free and paid options. Listen to Rudy’s description, then visit the company’s web site for complete details and pricing. The possibilities are tremendous, and Callvine is versatile and full-featured.

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Below are three screen grabs Rudy provided to give us a sense of what is possible:

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In AppMinute #217, Nemo and a mystery guest discuss three recommended new products for iPad and iPad2, plus possibly iPad3.

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Microsoft has a versatile new Bluetooth compact laptop keyboard, model 6000, that works perfectly with an iPad.

Uniea’s colorful, padded Omniverse mini-briefcase iPad tote will hold and protect all models of iPad.

The Matte MagicScreen Protector from MediaDevil helps avoid smudges and scratches to your precious iPad glass front screen panel.

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First comes FlyGrip, a clever and secure way to hold and use your iOS device. Then he raves about id America’s Spark in-ear headphones and microphone, with very good sound quality at a real bargain price.

The main event is iHome Audio’s new cubist iDM11 Rechargeable Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Speakerphone for iPad/ iPhone/iPod. Use it as a portable Bluetooth speaker, home speaker, party speaker, and portable speakerphone. iDM11′s capabilities are extensive.

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