Noise canceling, music pumping earphones that shape to your ears – CES 2016

Co-written with Tishin Donkersley Over-the-ear. On-the-ear. In-the-ear. Which music listening method is ideal for your ears? At CES 2016 we saw some awesome wireless, noise-cancelling, and high-res audio earphones that delivered optimal sound quality at affordable prices. HUSH ear buds HUSH ear buds were developed by a 23-year-old college student out of the need to get some … Read more

High-end turntables for the vinyl lover – CES 2016

Music and vinyl lovers alike rejoiced when tech gadget companies at CES 2016 unveiled high-tech turntables. With HiFi (high-fidelity audio) at the forefront of sound quality, music gadget companies are developing speakers, headphones and related music equipment with high-resolution sound capabilities. Over the past few decades music listening has evolved from vinyl to tape to … Read more

Gadgets for the Guru: Aurvana In-Ear3 Plus review

Photo contribution Shane D Rymer The new Aurvana In-Ear3 Plus earphones by Creative promises to bring a high-end studio sound with noise-isolation and more to a conveniently sized set of earphones with in-line remote and microphone. While these earphones are not specifically targeted to video production, we asked our Creative Director and a member of the professional … Read more

Beamz featured in National Geographic Kids' Top 5 Smart Toys

In the December 2014/January 2015 Issue of National Geographic Kids, 5 Smart Toys are featured and Scottsdale’s Beamz Interactive, a leading developer of state-of-the-art interactive music products, was identified as a gadget that uses cool science to bring great experiences to kids. The technology and science used in the Beamz laser controller enables kids to … Read more

Gadgets for the Guru: Football Rivalry edition

Rivalry week is upon us! So gear up and head out to the big games with these awesome gadgets! Who are you cheering for this weekend?   MOBILE APPS   Grub Runner mobile app Grub Runner is a company that provides what CEO Sameer Khan calls an “end-to-end solution” to the problem of concessions at games. … Read more

Gadgets for the Guru: Music Madness edition

“One good thing about music, when it hits you feel no pain.” – Bob Marley. Here are some gadgets for all you music lovers out there.     Sol Republic Master Tracks These noticeably big, over-ear headphones are comfy and come with excellent sound. The ‘big’ parts of these headphones are the over-ear cups that … Read more

Arizona Entrepreneurs Represent at SXSW

    By Tishin Donkersley, M.A. & Marcela Palefsky   South by Southwest (SXSW) kicks off the 2013 film, interactive and music festivals and conferences on Friday, March 8 in Austin, Texas. The festival’s 27th year brings new bands, films and technologies to attendees. Scheduled Friday, March 8 to Tuesday, March 12, SXSW Interactive Festival … Read more

48 West Is Calling The Valley’s Top Entrepreneurs To Join ‘Startup Camp’ At Chandler City Hall This February 15th & 16th

48 West, lovers of food, music, and technology, are bringing everyone together once again for their annual ‘Startup Camp’ event. Taking place this year at the Chandler City Hall on February 15th & 16th, 48 West wants to show you the best things that our 48th state has to offer! With a heavy emphasis on … Read more