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| Kensington Introduces Eight New iPhone Accessories for Maximum Productivity On the Road |
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smart made simple™ Designs Give Mobile Professionals Extra Efficiency to Navigate and Communicate Redwood Shores , Calif. – January 7, 2010 – Kensington Computer Products Group, a worldwide leader in mobile computing accessories, today announced eight new products to help mobile professionals looking to get the most out of their daily life while navigating and communicating with their iPhone and iPod in the car. The productivity enhancers for iPhone and iPod include: a GPS car kit, two car mounts offering personalized positioning on a windshield, vent, or dashboard, a car mount with quick release capabilities, an anti-glare screen, two AUX audio cables, and a 2-in-1 car charger with audio cable. These intuitive smart made simple™ designs require little effort or setup and provide the traveling iPhone user with ultimate efficiency for iPhone and iPod use in the car. The GPS kit and car mounts make clever companions to boost iPhone and iPod performance and connectivity, while also improving interactions with key navigation applications by amplifying their sound. Kensington's new audio accessories also support mobile professionals in need of better quality sound in their everyday in-car environment. “Many users treat the mobile phone as their primary computing device,” said Michael King, Gartner Analyst. "This is a noteworthy shift when considering the 240 million laptop users are dwarfed by the 1.5 billion new mobile devices sold in a single year. It's impressive to see such a rapid growth and mass adoption of smartphones.” “Kensington is spot on with iPhone accessories to make each experience with NAVIGON's GPS application the best it can possibly be," said Gerhard Mayr, Vice President Worldwide Mobile Phones and New Markets at NAVIGON. “Our customers depend on us to provide the most up-to-date representation of the world as they make their way through it. Accessories that can work with our app will provide that much more productivity for the mobile users that need to make their journey as efficient as they can.” "We are continually committed to providing our customers with the ability to make the most of their day while navigating and communicating with their iPhone and iPod," said Juan Rodriguez, Senior Global Product Manager, Kensington. “Gartner's research findings validate that there is a growing demand for smartphone mobile applications that will require accessories for optimum utilization in a business context and our new products are designed specifically to meet that need. We recognize that the in-car environment is where mobile professionals spend a great deal of their time and are in need of an extra layer of efficiency and we want to deliver it to them.” Trail Blazers Do It All with Kensington Power and Mounting Kit for iPhone Keep business in motion, especially in your car, using this productivity-minded kit of GPS essentials. Quickly and easily cradle your iPhone without snaps or clips. The Kensington Power and Mounting Kit for iPhone (K39207US; SRP $49.99) is fully flexible, so you can swap phones without the need for separate accessories. When cradled, use top navigation apps to turn your iPhone into a fully functional GPS device. A booster speaker enables clear turn-by-turn directions. The speaker naturally boosts the amplification of your iPhone so you can stay current with RSS audio and podcasts. The sleek, low-profile mount helps you monitor your battery's power with LED lights while you charge. Plus, it charges your phone while you use it.
Two Car Mounts Adjust Easy for Personalized Positioning These Kensington car mounts come equipped with a built-in amplification system that doubles the volume coming from your iPhone speaker, making it easier to hear your turn-by-turn directions, calls and more. The Kensington Dash/Friction Mount with Sound Amplified Cradle for iPhone (K66624US; SRP $39.99) mounts on any dash with no adhesives and no installation required, so it won't mark your dashboard. Its cradle swivels, tilts and turns for unlimited flexibility or adjustability. The Kensington Windshield/Vent Car Mount with Sound Amplified Cradle for iPhone (K66627US; SRP $39.99) mounts in second to the windshield or vent and holds your iPhone securely on even the roughest terrain. The cradle pivots for vertical or landscape modes and includes both windshield and vent mounts for preferred proximity in vehicle.
For a video quick start guide please visit: www.car1.kensington.com Think Fast! This Mount Has (Quick) Reflexes Give your iPhone and iPod touch a secure place to ride—even when in a case. The Kensington Windshield/Vent Car Mount with Quick Release Cradle for iPhone and iPod Touch (K39210US; SRP $29.99) installs in seconds and keeps your iPhone or iPod within easy reach. Both mounts are included—simply choose the one that works best for your car.
Give Your iPhone Its Own Pair of Shades The Kensington Anti-Glare Screen Protector for iPhone 3GS/3G (K39211US; SRP $9.99) not only saves your eyes from the sun's glare, but shields your iPhone screen against scratches. With its quick installation and removal, the Anti-Glare Screen Protector for iPhone 3GS/3G makes keeping your iPhone screen safe and clean easy.
Never Miss a Beat with Three In-Vehicle Audio Assets Your in-car entertainment experience just got a boost with Kensington's new line of easy-to-use audio solutions to deliver pure, clean sound for your on the go listening pleasure. The Kensington AUX Audio Cable ( K39202US; SRP $9.99) provides a direct cable connection from your iPhone or iPod to your car stereo for cleaner, clearer sound, taking your tunes to the next level. Simply plug the cable into your car's auxiliary port and your iPhone or iPod headphone jack and you're ready to hear it all.
The only humming inside your car will be yours thanks to the Kensington Noise-Reducing AUX Audio Cable (K39203US; SRP $19.99) . The direct auxiliary connection and noise reducing technology combine to deliver clear, clean sound through your car's stereo.
Keep your iPhone charged and the sound quality crystal clear with the Kensington 2-in-1 Car Charger and AUX Audio Cable (K39204US; SRP $39.99) . By connecting directly to your car stereo's AUX post, you'll enjoy pure, crisp sound. And the built-in car charger makes sure you arrive at your destination fully charged.
Product Availability The Kensington Windshield/Vent Car Mount with Sound Amplified Cradle for iPhone (K66627US) is currently available for purchase at Amazon.com , Kensington.com and other major retailers. All other Kensington products announced will become available for purchase at Amazon.com , Kensington.com and other major retailers by the end of Q1 2010. For additional information on the new and existing line of Kensington products, please visit kensington.com . Download hi-res images here . Kensington Kensington is a registered trademark of ACCO Brands. Smart Made Simple is a trademark of ACCO Brands. All other registered and unregistered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2010 Kensington Computer Products Group, a division of ACCO Brands. All rights reserved. For more information contact: |