This year's Consumer Electronics Show is happening, but this year's show is pretty much as quiet as last year's. Thanks to the ongoing pandemic. Still, there are new accessories and products being announced this week, and some of them are directly related to Apple's own devices.
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Kensington’s StudioLock iPad dock combines port expansion with wireless charging pads
Accessory maker Kensington at CES 2021 today announced its new docking station for the iPad and iPad Pro that expands the tablet's connectivity options with additional ports for your convince. It also doubles as a multi device wireless charger with a pair of Qi charging pads for your iPhone and AirPods, plus an optional Apple Watch charger.
Apple promotes Apple Pay and Face ID in the UK with its latest ads
Privacy and user security is a mainstay feature for Apple at this point, one of the major pillars of the company's customer-focused ideals. So it's no surprise that the company promotes those qualities from time to time.
Satechi launches four backlit keyboards and a revamped iPad stand to upgrade your workstation
Satechi is a well-known brand that creates plenty of worthwhile accessories. Now the company is back with new backlit keyboard options and a stand made specifically for Apple's tablet.
CES 2021 will be an all-digital event due to coronavirus concerns
We're just about to wrap up July in the year 2020, with the coronavirus pandemic still going, and companies are still taking precautions for events happening months from now.
Twitter will limit replies to tweets with a new ‘Conversation Participants’ feature
Twitter can be a firehose more often than not, and sometimes a conversation can be taken over with a steady stream of seemingly random replies chiming in.
Plex is adding rentals, premium subscription channels, and more
Plex, the popular media streaming option, continues to add new features that make it more competitive in the busy market.
Razer introduces the Kishi game controller that attaches directly to the iPhone
As is par for the course, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is a busy time of year, but we've got companies like Razer announcing new products so it's certainly worth keeping an eye on.
PopSockets PopPower wireless charger lets you keep your PopGrip on
PopSockets has become one of the most popular accessory makers out there, and now they have a wireless charger. It looks like a donut!
Sony announces new 8K and 4K smart TVs with AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support
One of the consistent new features for smart TVs this year is 8K, and Sony was definitely not going to be left behind in that regard.
Panasonic’s first truly wireless headphones launch in June with noise cancellation
It's safe to say that truly wireless headphones are popular these days. And now Panasonic is getting in on the fun, too.
JBL’s new colorful TUNE 220TWS wireless earbuds cost $100
Along with the less expensive option, JBL also introduced a $150 option with a few more features packed in.