Accessories

Kids love robots. Kids love dinosaurs. Put them together, and you have a recipe for something kids (and many grownups) will really love! Wowwee has done just that. I've bought several of the company's "traditional" robots over the years, in humanoid or truck form, but there's something about a robot dinosaur toy. The Miposaur ($99.99) is not cheap, but it's on sale (it's normally $120) and should provide endless fun for kids.

There is never a shortage of quality headphones at CES, and because of this, narrowing things down to the best Bluetooth and wired headphones can be a challenge. Out of the plethora of options to choose from, I’ve selected two of my favorite headphones from this year’s CES show floor: a wired pair and a Bluetooth pair.

I don't envy the iPhone case designers. After seven-plus years of smartphones, it must be hard to come up with a novel design that hasn't been seen before. However, Lander has done just that with its Powell Case ($39.95), which easily stands out among protective iPhone 6s cases. Every aspect of the case is distinctive without being superfluous. The sides have a textured grip that makes it easy to hold and hard to drop, making it an excellent choice if you are looking for a drop-proof iPhone 6s case. The bottom has generous openings to accommodate most docking stations and cables, even those that are thicker than Apple's official cable. Likewise the speaker and microphone and mute switch are not obstructed.

Each year at CES there is no shortage of impressive new gear for the iPhone and iPad user; however, out of the slew of new cases, bags, and Bluetooth accessories unveiled at CES, only a relatively small percentage target the active lifestyle and outdoor enthusiast. Here are some of my favorite rugged, heavy-duty products currently on display at this year's big show, from the best waterproof Bluetooth speakers, to the most protective rugged iPad Pro case, to the most rugged waterproof backpack for all your gear.

I've had a SCOTTeVEST jacket for several years now and have found it increasingly useful. As the airlines get more stingy about luggage and even carry-ons, it makes sense to try to keep your gadgets on your person when traveling. Plus, I attend a lot of trade shows, including the upcoming CES in Las Vegas, and I like to carry a lot of items, including business cards, battery packs, chargers, and USB cables—not to mention my iPhone and iPad mini. SCOTTeVEST's travel jacket with hidden pockets can handle all that, and more.

CES, the Consumer Electronics Show of the year is upon us. Already we’re seeing awesome products from new companies and new products from awesome companies. Fitbit, the wearable tech company, took this opportunity to announce its new smart wearable ‘Blaze’ with a square face and touch screen display. Like an Apple Watch, the Fitbit Blaze ($199.95) will be able to alternate between different bands, but per Fitbit’s standard, the watch will focus on fitness tracking. However, it will also receive Smart Notifications such as calls, text messages, and calendar events.