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Sidecar Revolutionizes Phone Calls by Bringing “Smart Calling” to Smartphones
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TransCore Launches Mobile iPad App for TransSuite Traffic Management System
21 May 2012 12:00 PM | No CommentsWASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intelligent Transportation Society of America Annual Meeting – TransCore brings the ease of mobile computing to its TransSuite® advanced traffic management system (ATMS), launching its iPad® ...
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Cellfish Marvel’s The Avengers Live Wallpaper Android App Reaches 1.3 Million Downloads
16 May 2012 2:05 PM | No CommentsNEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Marvel’s The Avengers Live Wallpaper Android personalization app, created by Cellfish, has been downloaded 1.3 million times, driven by the massive success of Marvel Studios’ blockbuster movie. ...
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Kodak Introduces ESP 3.2 All-in-One Printer and New Pic Flick HD App for iPad
16 May 2012 12:30 PM | No CommentsROCHESTER, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Continuing to offer consumers a no-compromise choice in home printers, Kodak today introduced its new KODAK ESP 3.2 All-in-One Printer combining advanced features, quality, and ...
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Amneal Upgrades Generic Metformin Family by Listening to Customers
16 May 2012 11:07 AM | No CommentsBRIDGEWATER, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC today announced significant formulation and labeling changes to its generic Metformin products, offering substantial improvements in these medications for both pharmacists and their ...
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bag week 2009 Archive
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Bag Week Review Round-up
Posted on December 21, 2009 | No CommentsWow, we just burned through 14 bags over the last seven days. We looked at dual-purpose bags, weather-proof backpacks, camera satchels, and even went hands-on with a bag worthy of Batman. Hopefully you were introduced to a few new options. There is no reason why you should still be using that laptop briefcase you uncle [...] -
Bag Week: Kata 3N1-33 Sling Backpack
Posted on December 21, 2009 | No CommentsThe Kata 3N1-33 Sling Backpack could be a Transformer in disguise and I would cleverly reference the most appropriate character if I knew anything about the show. Features: Kata 3n1-33 Tons of padded storage Versatile carrying system Laptop sleeve Weather cover $145 MSRP Pros: More versatile than a Leatherman Plenty of padded and customizable storage Surprisingly low price Cons It’s like wearing a big shoe box on your back It looks [...] -
Bag Week: Crumpler King Single
Posted on December 18, 2009 | No Comments
The Crumpler King Single is a laptop backpack with a low profile. That's not to say it won't draw attention; the color and styling is hard to miss, but the design holds your laptop and your stuff close to your center mass.
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Bag Week: Timbuk2 Commute 2.0
Posted on December 17, 2009 | No CommentsShort Version: The Commute 2.0 is from Timbuk2’s new TSA friendly generation of messenger bags. Essentially this means that they’ve added some commuter friendly features to a standard messenger bag. Features: Designed for commuters TSA friendly Waterproofed and rubberized to keep out the weather Grab strap and shoulder strap Internal organizer keeps stuff sorted Pros: Easy to get your laptop through security Waterproofing [...] -
Bag Week: The Vega & Corsair from Chrome Bags
Posted on December 16, 2009 | No CommentsI put up a hand-on of these two bags a few months ago, but I have to repost it. Not only in the spirit of Bag Week, mainly because I’ve found after using both bags over the last few months, my initial conclusion was dead on: These bags are rad. Features: Cordura outer shell with a 18oz weatherproof tarp liner [...] -
Bag Week: Kata Digital Bag DB-453
Posted on December 16, 2009 | No CommentsAll you really need to know is that the small Kata DB-453 camera bag will hold your DSLR and ultra-portable notebook. (Do me a favor and click the Read More link anyway, m’kay?) Features Padded camera bag insert Structural ribs that provide extra support Side neoprene pockets $50 MSRP Pros Perfect size to hold a DSLR & 11-inch notebook Very secure top flap Cons Expensive for the [...] -
Bag Week: Sumo Messenger Bag
Posted on December 16, 2009 | No CommentsShort Version: Sumo is fairly new to the bag game but this is a strong showing for the company. For $79.99 you get a 17-inch laptop bag made of waterproof ballistic, rip-stop nylon. Sadly, a lack of internal organization pockets hampers the overall storage capacity. Info: * Sumo * Messenger [...] -
Bag Week: Booq Boa Flow XL
Posted on December 15, 2009 | No CommentsThe Booq Boa Flow XL is huge! You can stuff a small dog in it and still have room for your computer and DSLR. Features Backpack-style Holds up to a 17-inch notebook Constructed out of ballistic nylon Expandable DSLR pocket Terralinq serial number $199 MSRP Pros It’s gigantic Super comfy to wear even when it’s loaded Neoprene side pockets expanded to fit odd-shapes Cons It’s gigantic Expensive You could pack for [...] -
Bag Week: Crumpler 8 Million Dollar Home
Posted on December 15, 2009 | No CommentsFinding a good multipurpose bag can be difficult. The Crumpler 8 Million Dollar Home is a good example of a shoulder style camera bag with optional laptop storage. It works best as a camera bag; the laptop storage sleeve is added as an afterthought for a photographer that needs to download pictures in the field. Info: Water [...] -
Bag Week: Booq Boa Squeeze
Posted on December 14, 2009 | No CommentsShort version: Like lots of pockets in a laptop backpack? I count 27 on the Booq Boa Squeeze and wouldn’t be surprised if there are some hiding. Info: Water resistant Holds up to a 15-inch notebook Has at least 27 pockets Terralinq serial number $99 MSRP Pros Crapton of pockets Comfortable to wear Feels durable Cons The small, rounded bag looks funny on this guy This bag can be summed [...] -
Welcome to Bag Week!
Posted on December 14, 2009 | No Comments
Hello and welcome to CrunchGear's Bag Week, a week all about bags. Why bags, you ask? Because bags, whether we like it or not, are our first line of defense against the vagaries of a harsh world. We can protect our laptops in our curled and quivering arms or we can slide them into a nice Sumo or Booq and find ourselves secure in the knowledge that everything, for a little while, is going to be OK.
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Bag Week: Kata CS-17 camera satchel
Posted on December 14, 2009 | No CommentsName one messenger bag that effectively combines a notebook bag and a camera case? Obviously the bag pictured above. The Kata CS-17. Info: The Kata CS-17 Holds up to a 17-inch notebook Padded, removable pouch can hold a DSLR & 2 lens Constucted out of nylon Weather cover $140 MSRP Pros Dual purpose notebook/camera case Top zipper allows quick, discrete access Relatively inexpensive Cons Not the best looking bag Big Bird designed the inside If [...]