Having just picked up a brand new 160GB iPod Classic, I’m still at the stage where I am desperately trying not to scratch or otherwise harm it. You see, I love the iPods svelte size and shape which means adding a case to it usually destroys the feel of the device.

Enter Ratech’s Sleevz.

Sleevz are made with Optex and are soft, tough and most importantly, 0.8mm thin. Sleevz also have a scratch free display window and the debossed control areas allow full use of the click wheel, despite it being completely enclosed. A small cut-out allows access to the iPod’s dock port and the sleeve remains open at the top for fitting and compatibility with other accessories.

We’re not sure how good these feel in the hand (or how well they protect the ipod), but they sure look good. They certainly do seem to keep the iPod’s shape and size down to a minimum and this, is exactly the way it should be.

Sleevz come in a variety of colours for all 3rd Generation and newer iPods and retail for $20.95US. See RadTech's website for more details.

Ever since I was a child I have dreamed of having my very own planetarium and Segatoys appear to have finally created a device to make that dream a reality: The HomeStar Pro.

The HomeStar Pro is a small spherical device that can project 10,000 stars on your ceiling or wall at home - just like a real planetarium. The unit is portable and the teacher in me thinks the HomeStar Pro would be an ideal teaching aid to learn about our universe.

Read on for features and specifications..

WINPLUS’s range of home automation products appear both easy to use and install, with the only real difficult part being choosing what to automate!

The Ultimate Starter Kit contains five different controllable power outlets as well as a universal remote control that allows you to activate multiple devices at the touch of a button as well as replace all your other remotes.

All WINPLUS starter kits are upgradeable and expandable, allowing you to start small and end with a completely automated home.

We’re not sure exactly how easy these kits are to install and use, but if we can get one into the lab for some testing, we’ll be sure to let you know.

For more information see the WINPLUS website or drop in to your local Bunnings hardware store.

Jabra has announced their new enterprise "Multiuse" category and marks the milestone by launching the new Jabra BT5020 headset and new A7010 Bluetooth hub in a bundle.  The "Multiuse" category of Bluetooth devices can be used with multiple communication devices, allowing office professionals and "road warriors" to use one headset with their mobile, desk phone and PC.
 

Eton's FR1000 is a self-powered hand crank radio that allows you to stay informed even when all regular means of power are exhausted. Not only does this unit allow you to tune into AM, FM and weather band frequencies, but it also has a built in Voicelink for two way communication, ala walkie-talkie.

The FR1000 also features a flashlight, a beacon light that can function as an SOS signal, and a siren. All of which can be powered by a twist of a crank. Awesome.  

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