DadTrends » Dad of Divas http://dadtrends.com The best of the Dad-O-Sphere Thu, 24 May 2012 01:17:20 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Dads in the Limelight ( #limelightdads ) – Dr. Jim Taylor ( @DrJimTaylor ) #dadchat http://dadofdivas.com/dads-in-the-limelight/dads-in-the-limelight-limelightdads-dr-jim-taylor-drjimtaylor-dadchat http://dadofdivas.com/dads-in-the-limelight/dads-in-the-limelight-limelightdads-dr-jim-taylor-drjimtaylor-dadchat#comments Sun, 20 May 2012 12:00:45 +0000 dadofdivas http://dadofdivas.com/?p=10606

Our 232nd Dad in the Limelight is author Dr. Jim Taylor. I want to thank Jim for being a part of this series. It has been great getting connected with him and now sharing him with all of you.

 

1) Tell me about yourself, (as well as how you are in the limelight for my readers knowledge)

I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology, am the author of 14 books, and write and speak extensively on the topics of business, parenting, sports, popular culture, education, and technology.
2) Tell me about your family
I have been married to my wife Sarah for almost 9 years and have two daughters, Catie (almost 7) and Gracie (almost 5). We live north of San Francisco.
3) What has been the largest challenge you have had in being a father?
Like most fathers, balancing time between work and family. I am fortunate because, though I travel quite frequently, I work out of my home office, so I see my wife and children many times each day and share most meals with them. Plus, because I work for myself, I have the independence to take time off to be with them when I want.
4) What advice would you give to other fathers?
Be actively involved in your children’s lives. Yes, work when you need to, but don’t use it as an excuse to avoid doing your job as a father. Also, give your wife time off for her sanity and to get a real feel for what it’s like to be a full-time parent.
5) Seeing that you (or your position) are in the limelight, how have you come to balance parenthood and outside life? If you are currently not in the limelight per se, please still answer this in regards to how you balance parenthood and outside life.
As the author of four parenting books and a frequent blogger on family issues, I am informed about important issues from being a parent. I also write and speak about my children as examples. So, to a small degree, they are in the limelight too. I also share with my children, my experiences in the limelight, for example, books I have written and interviews I give. At the same time, I don’t allow my children to be directly in the limelight.
6) What have you learned from the fathers that you have interacted with?
Everyone is human and we all struggle with the same issues. All fathers (and mothers) seem like Parents of the Year outside their homes, but, behind closed doors, all parents feel frustrated, exhausted, and helpless with some regularity. That’s just part of being a parent.
7) What else would you share regarding your experiences as a father thus far?
It is incredibly hard, but, because you can’t return your children, you just have to deal. Fatherhood brings out the best and worst in you and, hopefully, it helps you grow as a person.
8) What have been the most memorable experiences that you have had thus far as a parent?
Being at the births of both of my daughters (I was the first person to touch Catie when she came out!). Also, I competed internationally as a ski racer in my youth and have a great passion for skiing, and there nothing that gives me more joy than skiing with my wife and kids.

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]]> http://dadofdivas.com/dads-in-the-limelight/dads-in-the-limelight-limelightdads-dr-jim-taylor-drjimtaylor-dadchat/feed 0 Kellogg’s Crunchy Nut Caramel Nut ( @CrunchyNutUSA ) #CrunchyNut #Giveaway http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/kelloggs-crunchy-nut-caramel-nut-crunchynutusa-crunchynut-giveaway http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/kelloggs-crunchy-nut-caramel-nut-crunchynutusa-crunchynut-giveaway#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 22:10:34 +0000 dadofdivas http://dadofdivas.com/?p=10929

Do you love breakfast? Do you love Caramel? Do you love breakfast cereal? If you said yes to these three things (or at least the last two things) then you are going to flip over the new Kellogg’s Crunchy Nut Caramel Nut cereal. Kellogg’s has combined great flavors together along with the delicious crunchy nut flavor that they have perfected over the years (in my humble opinion). Whether you eat this cereal dry or with milk, it is just bursting with flavor and you and your kids will just love it. One warning, this does have a bit more sugar than some cereals, but in moderation you will be fine! My wife and I both loved this cereal and will be looking for it in our local store very soon!
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·         A box of Crunchy Nut Caramel Nut Cereal

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]]> http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/kelloggs-crunchy-nut-caramel-nut-crunchynutusa-crunchynut-giveaway/feed 0 Looking for a Decadent Drink, @indelight Iced Coffee are Great #Giveaway #IcedDelight http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/looking-for-a-decadent-drink-indelight-iced-coffee-are-great-giveaway-iceddelight http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/looking-for-a-decadent-drink-indelight-iced-coffee-are-great-giveaway-iceddelight#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 18:38:20 +0000 dadofdivas http://dadofdivas.com/?p=10925


Decadent, sweet and smooth, what better way to start the day then with a cold glass of Iced Coffee! This is a great drink that you too will enjoy. So set aside your coffee house iced drink and instead pick up International Delight, you will not be disappointed!

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]]> http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/looking-for-a-decadent-drink-indelight-iced-coffee-are-great-giveaway-iceddelight/feed 0 The @OralB Professional Care 5000 is Amazing! #OralBSponsored http://dadofdivas.com/product-review/the-oralb-professional-care-5000-is-amazing-oralbsponsored http://dadofdivas.com/product-review/the-oralb-professional-care-5000-is-amazing-oralbsponsored#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 17:24:48 +0000 dadofdivas http://dadofdivas.com/?p=10920

About the Toothbrush

Oral-B’s most technologically advanced toothbrush, ProfessionalCare SmartSeries 5000 with SmartGuide provides Oral-B’s most advanced cleaning technology for ultimate plaque removal and also features a wireless SmartGuide.

  • Separate, wireless SmartGuide helps maximize brushing performance
  • Deep Clean mode removes up to 99.7% of plaque from hard-to-reach areas*
  • Pressure sensor stops pulsations when brushing too hard
  • Gentle on teeth and gums
  • Improves gum health better than Sonicare FlexCare
  • Offers outstanding whitening and polishing in 3 weeks**
  • 5 modes: Daily Clean, Sensitive, Whitening, Massage, Deep Clean
  • Oral-B is the #1 dentist-recommended toothbrush brand worldwide

 

My Take on the Toothbrush

On top of what I shared in the above review I also want to share with you that there is also a way right now to save some money when you purchase this toothbrush. Oral B is offering a mail-in rebate currently that provides a $10 mail-in rebate on select power toothbrushes April 29 through June 16, 2012. Please visit OralB.com for more information.

If you are looking for additional information about this toothbrush or about Oral B itself, visit the following links:

 

I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour by Dad Central Consulting on behalf of Oral-B and received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for taking the time to participate.

 

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Our 231st Dad in the Limelight is Torkona Exon. I want to thank Torkona for being a part of this series. It has been great getting connected with him and now sharing him with all of you.

 

1) Tell me about yourself, (as well as how you are in the limelight for my readers knowledge)

I am a rare beast in Australia, I own a Dad blog.  There really are only a handful of us.  I am a working dad, bringing in the bucks in the day and playing with my son at night.  With my blog, I throw in a few things about gaming, jokes, gift ideas for dads, my strange views, that’s me in a nutshell.. (no this is me in a nutshell: Argh! I’m in a nutshell!).

Oh yes, and I say strange things that usually only I find funny!

2) Tell me about your family

My family consists of 4. My wife, myself, my 1 year old boy and my smelly dog that licks things and is well overdue for leaving the house and getting a job.

3) What has been the largest challenge you have had in being a father?


When my child stopped breathing on me.  It is easily the most dreadful moment any parent could ever conceive. The days/weeks afterwards of tests and overnight hospital stays to why he had trouble breathing is included in this challenge.  How I got through it I will always have trouble explaining, but the one thing I now have is a growing baby that now breathes normally like any other. He was found to have a condition that he simply grew out of.

4) What advice would you give to other fathers?

If you are away in the day, always be the one to put your children to sleep.  It’s a time you’ll always cherish throughout the years, even during the screams.

5) Seeing that you (or your position) are in the limelight, how have you come to balance parenthood and outside life? If you are currently not in the limelight per se, please still answer this in regards to how you balance parenthood and outside life.

Well, to me, Parenthood and outside life are the same thing.  There is no difference.  I am the same parent behind closed doors and in front of them. Sure my wife and I might organize a baby sitter whilst we have a few drinks with friends or have a dinner date, but I’d never separate myself from being a parent now to what life used to be like before being one.

6) What have you learned from the fathers that you have interacted with?

Wow, this is a great question. I honestly don’t know if I have learned anything. That sounds bad, but the time spent with other dads we’re mainly whining about how annoying our wives are or talking about that local sporting team we support. Wow, that’s even worse hehehe.  I’m not saying I know everything or that no other fathers could ever teach me anything. I guess it’s just being wrapped up in my own kid to notice other fathers raising their children different to mine. Probably once my boy is older, as he is still very young, I would suggest my learning from other fathers would increase dramatically. It’s a good point and something I think I should improve upon.

7) What else would you share regarding your experiences as a father thus far?

What this father that works during the day waits for is that massive smile on their kid’s face when he returns home from work. I know this is probably obvious, but nothing gets me down when I see my boy smile.  After having the worst day possible, my kid will make me wonder “why worry?” as soon as I step through that front door.

8) What have been the most memorable experiences that you have had thus far as a parent?

The moment my boy was born.  I remember looking down on him only a few minutes old and even though he couldn’t speak a word, my boy looked back up at me and mouthed the words “wow”.  I’ll never forget it.  Wow yourself little champ ;-)
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About the Book

101 Inspirational Stories for Mothers about Hard Work and Happy Families

With stories by famous moms, including Jane Green, Melora Hardin, Liz Lange, Jodi Picoult, and Jill Kargman, and stories from other moms who elected to stay at home or work from home. Every stay-at-home and work-from-home mom will view this book as having been written just for her! A reissue of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Power Moms, this book contains 101 great stories from mothers who have made the choice to stay home or work from home while raising their families. These multi-tasking, high-performing women have become today’s power mom. This is perfect for book groups as it contains a reader guide.

Purpose of the Books

After 15 years of bringing real people and their stories together to touch the lives of others, Chicken Soup for the Soul® has gone beyond the bookstore to become a world leader in life improvement. Chicken Soup for the Soul is home to the largest catalog of user-generated, life-changing stories. Through books, movies, DVDs, online resources and other partnerships it brings hope, courage, inspiration and love to hundreds of millions of people around the world. Chicken Soup for the Soul authors and readers belong to a one-of-a-kind global community that shares advice, support, guidance, comfort, and knowledge.

About the Company
Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing, LLC, publishes all the latest titles in the famous Chicken Soup for the Soul book series which are distributed through Simon and Schuster, Inc. Since 1993, books in the Chicken Soup for the Soul series have sold more than 112 million copies, with titles translated into more than 40 languages. Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing also licenses the right to use its famous trademark to high quality licensees through IMG, the world’s premier licensing agent. The company is currently implementing a plan to expand into all media, is working with TV networks on several TV shows and is developing a major Internet presence dedicated to life improvement, emotional support and inspiration. In 2007, USA Today named Chicken Soup for the Soul one of the five most memorable and impactful books in the last quarter century. For more information visit: http://www.chickensoup.com/.


Facts About The Reach of The Books

  • Total retail sales of Chicken Soup for the Soul branded merchandise have topped $1.3 billion.
  • The Chicken Soup for the Soul book series of over 200 titles has sold over 112 million copies, with titles translated into more than 40 languages.
  • In 2008, Chicken Soup for the Soul became the best-selling trade paperback series in the history of publishing.
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul is one of the world’s most well-known brands– 88.7% of the US public not only recognizes the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand, but knows what it is (source—Harris Polls).
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul holds the world record for having the most titles on the New York Times bestseller list at one time.
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul receives millions of monthly media impressions, with cross-promotion relationships in place with top media brands like King Features, Woman’s World, BeliefNet and others.
  • Many of the world’s leading consumer brands have looked to Chicken Soup for the Soul for co-branding opportunities, including American Idol®, Coke®, NASCAR®, Marriott®, Campbell’s®, Arby’s®, Golf Digest® and others.
  • Time Magazine called the Chicken Soup for the Soul series the “Publishing phenomenon of the decade.”
  • In 2007, USA Today named Chicken Soup for the Soul one of the five most memorable and impactful books in the last quarter century.
  • In 2008, Chicken Soup for the Soul and dick clark productions entered into an agreement to develop a television series based on the brand.


My Take On The Book
This was a great book that brought together some wonderful stories of moms making it work on a day to day basis. Many of the stories were heartwarming, but you really go to see some of the wonderful reasons and emotions of being a stay at home. You get to see the joys, highs and lows of this and I have to say that I can tell that any stay-at-home mom will love! This was a great book that I would recommend to all!

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]]> http://dadofdivas.com/giveaway/chicken-soup-for-the-soul-chickensoup4thesoul-stay-at-home-moms-giveaway/feed 0 Dads in the Limelight ( #limelightdads ) – Jared Miller ( @WingDaddyHood ) #dadchat http://dadofdivas.com/dads-in-the-limelight/dads-in-the-limelight-limelightdads-jared-miller-ordinaryparent-dadchat http://dadofdivas.com/dads-in-the-limelight/dads-in-the-limelight-limelightdads-jared-miller-ordinaryparent-dadchat#comments Sun, 13 May 2012 12:00:26 +0000 dadofdivas http://dadofdivas.com/?p=10566

Our 230th Dad in the Limelight is blogger, Jared Miller. I want to thank Jared for being a part of this series. It has been great getting connected with him and now sharing him with all of you.

 

1) Tell me about yourself, (as well as how you are in the limelight for my readers knowledge)

I am a 26 year old husband and father of one. I work as an account executive for a marketing communications firm out of OKC. I am an amateur photographer, TV show enthusiast and founder of WingingDaddyHood.Blogspot.com.

2) Tell me about your family

My wife and I have been married for 2 years. Our goals in our marriage is to focus on each other’s happiness and to always put each other first, even over our kids. We were high school sweethearts and are determined to make our marriage work.

We have an 11 month old son, Paxton. He’s pretty much the coolest thing ever.


awhata3) What has been the largest challenge you have had in being a father?

Patience. It’s always something I’ve struggled with, but as a parent you have to master it quickly. The baby is crying, not going to sleep, or he’s slapping the food out of your hands while you’re trying to feed him. It can be very frustrating, but you have to be patient.
This is still a hard principle for me. I think I have come a long way, but I still have a long way to go. It sounds silly, but I just constantly remind myself, at those particular moments, that he’s just a baby. He doesn’t know better. If I can take the time to remind myself of that then I can usually put my patient pants on.

4) What advice would you give to other fathers?

The whole point behind my daddy blog is to express my experience and observations. Each kid is different and each life stage brings different challenges. There are some great books and resources to help you prepare for these challenges, but you soon find out that nothing can fully prepare you. Just accept that there will be situations where you don’t know what to do. You’re concerned because you are making decisions about what to in those unpredictable situations and don’t feel qualified. Just remember that we are wired to be parents. Trust your instincts and educate yourself with some of the material that’s out there and you’ll be fine.

5. Seeing that you (or your position) are in the limelight, how have you come to balance parenthood and outside life? If you are currently not in the limelight per se, please still answer this in regards to how you balance parenthood and outside life.

I’m not in the limelight per se, but I work in a fast pace field that can be very stressful at times. I have to disconnect when I’m at home. I stay away from work email, make it a point to not bring work home and make sure that I am focusing on my family when I’m at home.
May commute is usually about 25 minutes. I use that time to turn the radio off and separate myself from the office. I slow down and start visualizing what I’m going to do when I get home. I come home focused on my wife and son and not on work. Some days are harder to do this than others. However, I make the effort everyday. Luckily, I have a wife who supports me on the days that are harder.

6) What have you learned from the fathers that you have interacted with?

I’ve learned to become more aware of my role as a dad. That I can admit fault, be emotionally vulnerable, connected, interactive and nurturing to my family and not feel emasculated by doing so. I have learned that the mom’s role and dad’s role are less defined. The focus is more on being a parent. I can be a good caregiver to my son (even though my wife beats me out on a daily basis).

7) What else would you share regarding your experiences as a father thus far?

Not only am I trying to be aware as a father, but I’m trying to focus on being aware as a husband. Having a kid takes lot of work (I should rephrase). Raising a kid takes a lot of work. From mom AND dad. It puts a strain on a marriage. If you don’t recognize that and do your part then you are putting your marriage in jeopardy. Never make yourself a victim. If you’re a victim then you’re assigning blame. This is very easy to do. When plant a seed in your head that you do more work and that you need a break to, then you are making someone out to be a bad guy (usually your spouse.) Refrain from doing that. It’s not healthy. Be aware that your spouse is also making sacrifices and working hard. If you focus on working hard (physically and emotionally) for your family and your significant other does the same, then you will have a much easier time and will be much happier.

8) What have been the most memorable experiences that you have had thus far as a parent?

Number 1 is when “da da” came barreling out of his mouth. Not the first time he said it in  general, but the first time he said it when I walked in the room. When he associated that with me- my heart melted.
Other than that? I love watching him interact with my wife. The connection they share is an amazing thing to witness.
If you have any questions for Jared, please leave a comment here and I will make sure that he gets them so that he may be able to respond!

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]]> http://dadofdivas.com/dads-in-the-limelight/dads-in-the-limelight-limelightdads-jared-miller-ordinaryparent-dadchat/feed 0 Epson Workforce WF7520 ( @EpsonAmerica ) Gives You Everything In One Printer http://dadofdivas.com/product-review/epson-workforce-wf7520-epsonamerica-gives-you-everything-in-one-printer http://dadofdivas.com/product-review/epson-workforce-wf7520-epsonamerica-gives-you-everything-in-one-printer#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 17:05:00 +0000 dadofdivas http://dadofdivas.com/?p=10873

Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of superior performing printing solutions, expands its robust line-up of business-class printing solutions with the introduction of three new WorkForce® wide format products. The WorkForce WF-7520  delivers the world’s fastest single- and double-sided print speeds in their class[1], high productivity features and brilliant quality prints. Engineered to accommodate both everyday and specialty printing, the all-in-one models offer creative professionals a unique and versatile solution with the inclusion of both professional quality 13” x 19” printing and 11” x 17” scanning capabilities.

 

“Epson is excited to expand our business-class product offerings with new wide-format solutions that allow small businesses to deliver top-quality materials but also ensure a speedy and efficient workflow,” said Rodrigo Catalan, senior product manager, Business Ink Jets,Epson America, Inc. “As with all Epson WorkForce printers, the new wide format line delivers unprecedented quality and speed, with the added versatility to accommodate larger documents.”

 

Versatile Printing and Scanning Features Keep Small Businesses Productive

The WorkForce wide format printer line is ideal for small businesses such as architecture firms, engineers and other creative business professionals that require large-format printing, superior dependability, performance and speed. All three models deliver high quality and productivity features including fast single- and double-sided print speeds – 15 ISO ppm black and 8.0 ISO ppm color single-sided; 7.8 ISO ppm black and 5.2 ISO ppm color two-sided. The all-in-ones are the only devices in their class to offer both 13” x 19” printing and an 11” x 17” scan bed[2], allowing businesses to maximize efficiency and streamline workflow and utilizing one device for all printing and scanning needs, from specialty large-format jobs to every day printing and scanning, such as email and documents.

 

The all-in-ones also offer Epson Connect for hassle-free printing on the go. With EpsonConnect, mobile device users can print web pages, photos, documents, and e-mail attachments directly from tablets, smart phones and other mobile devices[3].

 

Replacing the popular WorkForce 1100 model, the WorkForce WF-7010 printer offers built-in Ethernet networking to easily connect and share with workgroups, as well as versatile paper handling, allowing business users to print everything from index cards to 13” x 19” layouts.

 

Additional Features of the WorkForce WF-7520 

  • Great for Preview Layout: Print single- and two-sided design layouts, spreadsheets and drawings up to 13” x19”
  • Large Scan Bed: 11” x 17” scan bed ideal for scanning large documents, such as spreadsheets and design layouts
  • Robust Paper Handling:
    • WorkForce WF-7520: two 250-sheet paper trays for storing different paper sizes and types; and 30-sheet two-sided automatic document feeder (ADF)
    • Workforce WF-7510: 250-sheet paper tray and 30-sheet ADF
  • Saves Energy: Uses up to 70 percent less power than laser printers[4]
  • Built-in Networking: Users can easily connect and share with others in their workgroup via wireless or wired networking[5]
  • Easy-to-read Display: 2.5 inch LCD screen to quickly access all printer functions
  • Professional Quality Color:
    • Includes DURABrite® Ink for water, fade and smudge resistant output
    • Maximum print resolution 5760 x 1440 dpi and 2400 dpi scanning resolution

My Take on This Printer

This was an amazing printer that can do pretty much anything that you ask it to do. I’ve tried many different printers in my day but this one has many benefits that the others did not. Below you will see a few videos with my perspectives on this but here I want to say first and foremost that the paper capacity alone is something that is a huge benefit that most printers will not afford you.

On top of all this you have a printer that is easy-to-use and provides high quality beautiful images in the printing itself. So no matter whether you are printing off brochures, documents, photos or anything else you can rest assured that you will receive high-quality in return.

 

Finally, I am always looking for products that will save me money, and this printer claims to printing expenses. I have only used this for a few weeks, but I have found that the printer tends to quite a bit of its ink and only time will tell whether it lasts longer than some other printers that I have had in the past. If it does live up to expectation, I don’t know if I’ll ever replace unless I have to.

 

If you are looking for a great machine that can do a little bit of everything look no further than this Epson All-in-One Machine, you will not be disappointed!

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About the Product

Recently, Texas Instruments (TI) (NYSE: TXN) DLP® Products and Brookstone announced the availability of the iPhone 4/4S miniature projector accessory case which includes TI’s DLP® Pico™ projector technology. As the first projector of its kind, the accessory acts as a thin sleeve that will allow iPhone 4 and 4S users to project video content from their phone or any app that allows for video output such as Netflix®, YouTube® and more on to any surface at a size of up to 50 inches. With this iPhone accessory case, DLP and Brookstone are showcasing the potential future of Pico as add-on or embedded within products, giving mobile phone users the power to show video content on-the-go, anywhere.
“With this accessory case, Texas Instruments DLP Pico technology continues to show incredible flexibility in enabling compelling applications of all shapes,” said Frank J. Moizio, manager of DLP Pico Projection. “This is just the first step in giving consumers the ability to

showcase video content to family and friends and create a movie theater in the palm of their hand.”
Building on DLP’s foundation of creating the best images in the world, DLP’s Pico chipsets have the same technology genetics as leading digital cinema projectors. Pico-enabled devices are already being used to watch saved and online streaming videos, play games, project business presentations and files, and do much more, all with the convenience of being truly mobile. The entire DLP Pico family of chipsets offers solutions for creating an ever-growing array of product applications, including embedded cell phones, cameras, and camcorders, mobile projectors for consumer entertainment, notebook companions for mobile warriors, toys, AV docks for iPhone, iPad, iPod devices and other compatible smartphones, and more.
“The partnership between Brookstone and Texas Instruments resulted in a remarkable accessory case that turns one’s iPhone 4 and 4S player into a mobile home-theater unit,” said Ron Boire, President and CEO of Brookstone. “Brookstone’s mission is to find smarter, better ways for people to do the things they love, and the Pocket Projector for iPhone 4 embodies that spirit by marrying great technology with entertainment,” added Boire.
Product and pricing information about the Pocket Projector for iPhone 4/4S accessory case is included below:

  • Price: $229.99 U.S.
  • The projector includes super-bright, 15-lumen LED illumination
  • 640×360 native display resolution projects video content from the phone up to 50″ images
  • Built-in 2100mAh battery charges via USB connection
  • Integrated 0.5W speaker delivers audio from video content

 

My Take on the Product



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With the photo world buzzing about the recently announced Olympus OM-D EM-5 and TG-1 I thought you might be interested in some cool video content featuring each product shot by emerging filmmakers Austin and Maitland Lottimer.

 

Note the OM-D video was shot with the OM-D and the TG-1 content was shot with the TG-1.

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