MIC gadget has come up with an interesting accessory for iPad 2 owner if they’ve ever regret buying iPad 2 instead of getting a MacBook Air. Their new accessory is called Aluminum Keyboard Buddy Case which will turn the iPad 2 instantly into a macbook air by adding a keyboard with sleek exterior.

There are a lot of accessory makers have done this marketing move, but none of them is as cool as this Aluminum Keyboard Buddy case for iPad 2. The keyboard is pretty thin, after installing the iPad 2 into the port, I can say it’s even thinner than Macbook Air. The good thing is, this ALuminium keyboard buddy case is costing just below $20, it’s even cheaper than Apple’s official wireless keyboard at $50.

Of course, I can’t state anything on the quality as I haven’t had the chance to test it out yet. However, at $20, it’s definite a steel and you’ll also add the Macbook Air feeling to your iPad as if you have the hybrid system of them both.

Check out the following video if you are seeking for more details:

[Product Page via UberGizmo, GottaBeMobile]

Aluminum Keyboard Buddy Case For iPad 2 Turn It Into MacBook Air
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UpStand is a new iPad stand created by JustMobile. This little Aluminum stand could hope iPad in both portrait and landscape position. Especially on a landscape mode, iPad looks like a mini size of iMac that looks quite cool and cute.

However, thanks to the improper center of gravity, this iPad which has been known as the touchscreen tablet become obsolete. Why? Because when you land your finger and touch the screen with some power, the round base stand will probably lifted and roll around.

This mean UpStand is really just a Stand, not for touchscreen interaction that require a bit of better center of gravity.

Just Mobile UpStand iPad Stand is available for $45 (pre-order).

[via Gizmodo]

UpStand: iPad Stand That Transform iPad Into A Mini iMac
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Griffin A Frame iPad dock is the latest venture of Griffin. Previously the company is well known of their iPhone and iPod Touch accessories. Today, they’ve jumped onto the iPad bandwagon, too.

This Griffin A Frame iPad dock is actually an iPad Stand, it can help your iPad to be placed on the landscape or portrait position. the iPad stand has a big holder at the back and the frame is properly padded to prevent scratches.

Griffin A Frame iPad dock is also compatible even your ipad has a case installed. If you are interested, you can check out the detail at Griffin ($50).

[via Griffin]

Griffin A Frame iPad Dock – A Brushed Aluminum iPad Stand
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Averatec has introduced their new Aluminum shelled notebook- the N3400 notebook with 13-inch screen size. Until today, we recognize Averatec as an All-in-One PC manufacturer, but it seems this kind of thought is a mistake. They have stepped into the Notebook market with this N3400 aluminum notebook, and it’s a pretty affordable notebook for midstream earner.

Averatec N3400 is an ultra-slim notebook type, paired with 2.16Ghz Intel T3400 CPU, integrated GPU, 3GB DDR2 RAM (max at 8GB for 64-bit OS), 250GB HDD and internal DVD drive. It’s pretty a low spec though, but it’s enough for general usage without the gaming in the mind. Averatec N3400 Aluminum notebook also has WiFi, Bluetooth and Gigabit as your connection convenient, and it also equipeed with three USB ports, card reader and 3.5mm audio input and output jack. All for the price of $799.

(via ChipChick)

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Lian Li has a new Aluminum Case that targeting the home theater PC market – Lian Li PC-C36 Muse HTPC Case.

PC-36 Muse have a slim form factor, with a black brushed aluminum case and a brave straight white line across the front side for some neat styling. As you can see in the picture, the aluminum case is built in the ancient desktop style instead of the current popular tower style.

Several features included in this Lian Li PC-36 Muse HTPC case are as follow:

• 300W TFX Power Supply
• one 7cm ball bearing fan with 1500rpm
• Two slot of 3.5″ bays for Hard Drives
• One slot of 5.25″ bay for Optical Drives
• Supporting only Micro-ATX motherboard
• 6 expansion slots

The most eye-catching Lian Li Case that we have covered here is the blue beast or PC-888. I love the super large room with lots of expansion bay. But this PC-36 Mus HTPC case is pretty good also. Since the case is design for Home Entertainment PC, it won’t need a lot of expansion room similar to a gaming PC case and compact/slim design is everything!

You can check for the detail and features at Lian Li official site. The price of Lian Li PC-36 Muse HTPC case is around $200+. You can either buy it at Newegg($199, save $10), or check out for other Lian Li Aluminum PC Cases at our Shopping Channel.

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This is one beautiful concept done by Djordje Cukanovic. It’s a jake-in-the-box 2.0 by him but it’s not a toy. The name of this cool concept is Don’t – a Lamp based on a light + water + some fake snowflakes.

It’s (NOT) a Jack-in-the-box that uses light and mesmerizing reflective properties of water along with fake snowflakes and aluminum pieces. Snow globe of the future perhaps?”

– by Radhika Seth @YankoDesign

According to Djordje Cukanovic, “Don’t” is inspired by children’s games the box of surprises and snow ball (or what we known as jack-in-the-box). The Lamp is a light bulb based, filled with water and aluminum pieces to pretend as snowflakes since it can reflect the light.

A gentle touch of the bulb, makes the spring bender and swing for a certain period of time. Inside the light bulb there are fine, very light peaces of aluminium and fake snow that, thanks to the movements of the spring, start floating in the water, reflecting the light in unpredictable ways.

– by Djordje Cukanovic @Behance

More images are available at YankoDesign. Also, come and appreciate Djordje’s works at Behance network.

Don’t by Djordje Cukanovic – Jake-in-the-Box 2.0
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Whenever I heard a new release from Tokyoflash, I will think “Ah, another Alien technology watch…!”. Can’t help it, the watch really have an Alien touch/style that you won’t be able to use it without a proper instruction.

Kisai Sensai watch is the new release of Tokyoflash, I have to admitted it’s really cool looking and the futuristic appearance is just unbeatable!

Sensai features an animation mode so that once every minute for 12 minutes after the time is displayed, the LEDs rotate on and off in a circular formation – a subtle effect that brings the watch to life. This function can be turned off as required.

A single touch of the upper button initiates a rotating animation before the remaining LEDs show the time. Twelve red LEDs represent hours, eleven green LEDs represent groups of five minutes and four yellow LEDs represent single minutes. The time can be shown immediately with a second touch of the button. To find out more, take a look at the interactive manual below.

Features:

• Displays the time
• Made from high grade aluminum
• LED animation mode
• Energy saving mode to ensure battery longevity
• Clasp: simple fold over clasp with push button
• Minimum wrist size: 140 mm
• Maximum wrist size: 220 mm
• Case dimensions: 36 mm x 36 mm x 0.9 mm
• Weight: 72 grams
• Water resistance: 3ATM
• Instructions: Japanese and English instructions included
• Battery: CR2032 standard watch battery
• Three year warranty

This unique timepiece Kisai Sensai will cost around $260 for you to wear on your wrist. Have the money? then go get it at TokyoFlash site.

(via GeekAlerts)

Kisai Sensai – Another Tokyoflash Alien Watch!
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When winter approaches, we might have no need of a cooling devices for our gadgets and hardware anymore. But for those who live in 2 tropical area, there is no winter there. That’s why a cooling equipment is always needed to prevent overheating.

I have one Cooling pad that work well with my weather condition. But It’s only sufficient for a small size computer or netbook. If you own a good performance laptop, a heavy duty aluminum laptop cooling pad might be a good stuff for you.

heavy laptop ready Cooling pad with Retractable USB cable

This model is constructed of high quality aluminum, meaning that it can handle the weight of any modern mobile computer, and has plastic grips for keeping your computer in place.

In addition, the internal fan spins at 2300 RPM’s for maximum cooling effect, while being designed with bearings for quiet operation. Powered by your computers own USB port (or other USB base device), this cooler pad is a low power consumption device.

If you are interested, this heavy duty aluminum laptop cooling pad is available for $10 only at Chinavasion.

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