Awesome Tech

An extremely portable charge and sync cable for iOS devices. Bluelounge’s Kii is about the size of a typical key and its cap has a hole for key rings. Available in Lightning and 30-pin connector variants, either in black or white.

The QX cameras are zoom lens cameras that don’t have a viewfinder. They work on their own, but they really shine when you connect a smartphone using Wi-Fi and NFC to pair up. The QX100 is basically an RX100 MKII.

A surprise entry into the smartwatch arena – the Toq has an always-on color touchscreen that’s visible in sunlight. Provides access to messaging, notifications, music and more. Has wireless charging, and compatible with Android 4.0.3+.

Hex is just like a tiny RC car, except it flies. It’s cheap, it’s easy to control and it’s easy to customize. It uses 3D printed shells with different shapes, sizes and number of propellers. It can also be fitted with a camera.

A desktop device that uses lasers to small objects into 3D digital models in minutes. Combine it with a 3D printer to make your own home replicator system. The Matterform is much cheaper, but it’s too soon to tell which is better.

A small button that plugs into the headphone jack of your Android device. Use the Pressy app to set a variety of actions like taking pictures or changing a setting that you trigger by pressing Pressy once or twice.

That’s no typo, and it’s not April Fools. The Nintendo 2DS is just like the Nintendo 3DS, except it doesn’t fold, it has no 3D viewing feature and it only costs $130. Drops 10/12/13 (same day as Pokémon X & Y).

If your landline still gets a lot of mileage, check out the beautiful Swissvoice L7, which has a timeless angular design. Its base station functions as an answering machine and has an intercom connection with the handset.

The Alpha α3000 is a MILC with entry-level DSLR features. It has a lightweight body with an ergonomic grip, a 20.1mp APS-C sensor, RAW format ability, and a low light adjustment of up to ISO 16000. Includes an 18-55mm lens.

An app/subscription service which lets you use your Windows PC or Mac remotely from your iPad, with intuitive touch-based control and a menu that makes them feel like native tablet apps. Even streams desktop video and audio.

The NEX-5T is all about convenience. Pair it with an NFC-enabled mobile device to transfer images or control the camera with just one tap. It also has a speedy autofocus and a touchscreen that tilts up to 180º, making self-shots easier.

A 3D printer, a 3D scanner and a milling machine in one compact form. It’s entirely possible to go from concept to finished product with just this machine. It’s also customizable and its software and schematics will be open source.

Circle lets you supervise and limit the online activity of your family members. Use it to forbid access to certain websites, schedule offline times for individual devices, monitor online activity, block ads and more.

The guys behind Crysis show off some of the incredible new visual effects their game engine can crank out, along with some of the technical bits that developers will enjoy watching too. The procedural weather system is truly awesome.

Scan keys and create a digital backup of your keychain with the free KeyMe app. It gives you access to your keys anywhere and locksmiths can easily make copies by following the scanned and stored info. No more costly lockouts!

Jon Patterson’s Pogo concept is a 3.5mm headphone plug with two parts. The parts are connected by magnets and Pogo pins. Like Apple’s MagSafe, Pogo is secure yet detaches safely to prevent damage to headphone cables.

Nokero makes affordable and versatile solar-powered LED bulbs. The bulbs convert solar energy to power its LEDs. The rechargeable AA batteries can also be replaced with standard batteries when needed.

The Omate is a wristwatch and smartphone that’s significantly cheaper than its major competitors. It runs Android 4.2, has a dual core CPU and 3G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. The Omate is also waterproof and dustproof.

An in-depth look at how the new controller keeps the best of the Xbox 360’s along with numerous refinements, such as improved grip, rumble triggers, internal batteries, Kinect integration, and the ability to go wired for precision FPSing.

The TK820 wireless all-in-one keyboard for Windows 7 & 8. It’s slim, wireless and has an integrated 4.17″ x 4.17″ touchpad that supports multitouch gestures. It uses a USB Unifying receiver and runs on 4 AA batteries.

Vans and Belkin are bringing back the popular Waffle Sole case, this time for the iPhone 5 and the 5th generation iPod Touch. The iPhone 5 case comes in a variety of colors (and should fit the iPhone 5S as well).

Draw at your desk or on the go with the new Cintiq Companion line. The Cintiq Companion runs Windows 8 while the Cintiq Companion Hybrid runs Android. Both have 13.3″ 1080p screens and the Pro Pen stylus.

(SPOILERS) Check some of the visual effects done by Canadian studio Spin VFX for the third season of Game of Thrones, including Mance Rayder’s camp, the Wall climbing scenes and the shots of the direwolves.