Cool Hunting

The Best of CES
The annual Consumer Electronics Show took the breath out of Vegas last week. While there was an endless slew of things to see, we found a few stand-outs worth reporting on. Iqua 603 SUN, Solar Powered Bluetooth Headset This compact Bluetooth headset from Iqua offers all the same features as the big brands, but stands out with the innovative integration of a solar cell....

Jawbone
Jawbone, the Yves Behar designed Bluetooth device, utilizes advanced noise cancellation technology to eliminate background noise from your call. I have been testing it out for a couple weeks now—walking on NYC streets, passing garbage trucks and ambulances, yet no one complained of the background noise and I didn't need to raise my voice to be heard. By using directional microphones and a bone...

Griffin BlueTrip Giveway Winners
In our recent post on the Griffin BlueTrip we asked readers to regale us with their most memorable experience of dancing by themselves. There were a lot of great entries, some hilarious, some cringe-worthy. Here are some highlights from our two favorites: "One night, after a heavy coffee/sleeping pill combo, I apparently woke up, and hallucinating, did my best rendition of La Boheme -...

Griffin BlueTrip: Hands-On Review and Giveaway
Of the bluetooth-enabled iPod gadgets hitting the market recently, Griffin's Bluetrip wins points for its straightforward plug-and-play usability. Simply connect the fin-shaped receiver to any auxiliary input using included RCA cables, pop the transmitter onto your iPod's dock, and start using your iPod as a remote from distances up to 33 feet away. Though it only produces two-channel audio (don't expect surround sound), a...

Seiko Bluetooth Watch
Seiko Japan has previewed a new watch with Bluetooth. Though it's a bit oversized and odd looking, the features are admirable. When paired with your mobile, the watch will display the phone's signal and battery strengths. It can also show the caller id for an incoming call which is especially useful when wearing a Bluetooth headset. Other features include SMS display, built in ring...