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Newer Technology Lowers MSRP By 25% For Wildly Successful Power2U AC/USB In-Wall Charging Solution

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012 | Author: OWC NewsFeed

Newer Technology, Inc. announced today it has lowered the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price by 25% for its Power2U  AC/USB Wall Outlet. Now priced at $29.95 MSRP with street pricing as low as $22.99, the Power2U is the only home-safe, UL Listed in-wall charging solution available to enhance living and working spaces by eliminating the clutter created by multiple cables and unsightly bulky power adapters.

Complements Any Decor

Ideal for homes with users of multiple USB chargeable devices, the Power2U blends seamlessly into any residential wall as a standard power outlet. By incorporating two traditional three-prong AC wall sockets in addition to two USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 ports, the Power2U is a basic ‘DIY’ install on any 15Amp circuit with a 16-cubic-inch electrical box. A “straightforward” rated “how to” video showing how the Power2U can be installed in as little as 20 minutes is available. Article Continues…

Category: Press Releases

Newer Technology Announces iSesamo Flexible Steel Pry Tool for Opening Apple iPods, iPhones, iPads, Blackberrys and Other Devices

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 | Author: OWC NewsFeed

Newer Technology, Inc. today announced the iSesamo, an ultra-thin pry tool for opening common electronic devices such as iPods, iPhones, iPads, and Blackberrys.

Flexible Design for Multiple Uses

The Newer Technology iSesamo is a must-have tool for repair technicians and ‘DIYers’. It features a thin, flexible steel blade that easily slides into microscopic seams of the most common electronic devices. Whether replacing a battery, a display LCD, touch screen, or internal components, iSesamo makes accessing electronic devices quick and simple. Article Continues…

Hear Your iDevices’ Full Potential

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011 | Author: OWC Mike H.

Grado SR60Little known and less often written about is the sound quality that the iPhone 4, iPad, and the latest iPod touch are capable of outputting. Apple must’ve upgraded something in the hardware or software design because these iDevices can output near laptop quality sound. The only thing holding the iDevices’ sound quality back is a full blown custom equalizer, like that found in iTunes, which would allow you to “tune” your iDevice to sound as good as a dedicated CD transport. (Audiophiles debate that all you want. I’ve got my iTunes tuned to match my audiophile CD transport and I could A/B test anyone to guess the wrong source.)

The main point here is if your using the original headphones that came with your iDevice you’re missing out on all that yummy sound quality, and the difference is breathtaking. Article Continues…

Newer Technology Announces Power2U AC/USB Wall Outlet for Powering and Charging Apple iOS Devices and Other USB Equipped Devices

Thursday, December 15th, 2011 | Author: OWC NewsFeed

Newer Technology, Inc. announced today the Power2U AC/USB Wall Outlet for simultaneously charging and/or powering two USB devices along with two traditional AC-powered ‘plug in’ items. The only home-safe, UL Listed in-wall product on the market, Power2U incorporates two traditional three-prong AC wall sockets along with two USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 ports to enhance living and working spaces by eliminating the clutter created by multiple cables and unsightly bulky power adapters.

Ideal Home Upgrade For Multiple Device Users

Ideal for homes with users of multiple USB chargeable devices, the Power2U AC/USB Wall Outlet is a basic “DIY” install on any 15Amp circuit with a 16 cubic inch electrical box to blend seamlessly into the wall as a standard power outlet. A “straightforward” rated “how to” video showing how the Power2U can be installed in as little as 20 minutes is also available. Article Continues…

Newer Technology Announces NuTouch Gloves As The Cold Weather Solution When Using Apple iOS Devices and Other Touch Screen Devices Outdoors

Thursday, December 8th, 2011 | Author: OWC NewsFeed

Newer Technology, Inc. announced today its NuTouch Gloves as the stylish and functional solution to keeping hands warm while using an iPhone, iPad, or other touch screen device in cold weather.

Ideal For Commuters And Mobile Lifestyles

NuTouch Gloves are the ideal mobile lifestyle accessory when wanting to use a touch screen device while waiting for the bus, commuting on the train, attending outdoor events, running errands, and more. Unlike other brands of gloves that limit finger use and touch capability, NuTouch Gloves have a special conductive fiber woven into all 10 fingertips so users can enjoy the fastest typing input on full-sized touch keyboards. Article Continues…

Category: Press Releases

OWC Radio #61 – The “End of the World” Episode

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 | Author: OWC Michael, OWC Grant, OWC Mike H., and OWC Chris S.

The Mayans may have been wrong… We’ve got massive flooding in Thailand causing a world-wide hard drive shortage, asteroids are on the way, Internet Explorer is no longer on top of the web browser food-chain, dinosaurs will soon be roaming the earth while the Mac Pro goes extinct, people are talking to their phones now, the Mac platform is becoming more susceptible to viruses, there are dogs and cats, living together – it’s mass hysteria! Is November 2011 the end of what we know?

OWC Radio is a monthly, forum-based podcast focused on the events and happenings in the Mac community. This week’s hosts are: OWC Grant, OWC Chris S., and OWC Mike H.

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NewerTech Announces NuScribe 2-in-1 Touch Screen Stylus and Pen

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 | Author: OWC NewsFeed

Newer Technology, Inc. announced today the NuScribe 2-in-1 touch screen stylus and pen. Offering fluid and precise navigation, drawing, sketching, note taking, page turning and more; the NuScribe is an ideal companion product for users of touch screen products such as the Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch.

Two Writing Tools in One Convenient Design
NuScribe delivers the best of digital and traditional writing tools in one convenient design. Its precision formed, soft rubber nib glides effortlessly across touch screens for easier, more enjoyable navigation, drawing, sketching, note taking, even turning pages from Apple iBooks App downloads. Unlike an oily fingertip input, the NuScribe ensures a smudge-free, easy-to-view touch screen. When the setting calls for traditional pen and paper, the NuScribe’s twist-barrel operation reveals a smooth ball point tip with fluid ink coverage comparable to business-class writing instruments. Article Continues…

NewerTech Introduces Premium-Quality USB 2.0 Charging, Syncing, and Extension Cables for iPods, iPhones, and iPads

Friday, October 14th, 2011 | Author: OWC NewsFeed

Newer Technology, Inc. announced today the availability of its new premium-quality 30-Pin Dock Connector to USB 2.0 cables in four sizes: 3″, 12″, 36″, and 72″. The fully Apple®-certified cables utilize the power and convenience of USB 2.0 for charging and syncing an iPod, iPhone, and iPad via a standard 30-pin Dock Connector. Also new and offering up to triple the length of any USB to Dock cable is the Newer Technology USB Extension Cable which features an on/off switch to provide charging without syncing functionality. Article Continues…