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The Source Announces Exclusive Availability of the New Parrot AR.Drone 2.0

The Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 combines the best of the gaming and remote control toy
worlds into one unique experience!

Barrie, May 18, 2012 – The Source today announced the exclusive availability of the new Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 – the latest Wi-Fi controlled quadricopter to hit the skies.
Operable via compatible smartphones and tablets on a secure Wi-Fi link, the Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 features an HD camera for shooting video and photos, a new piloting mode, increased stability and brand-new look.AR.Drone 2.0 Quadricopter - tablet and smartphone controlled Wi-Fi system

“The Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 takes RC toys to the next level, with two piloting modes, an intuitive interface, the HD camera and the possibility to do a flip,” said Bruce Dinan, Executive Vice President of Merchandising at The Source. “This adds fun and entertainment providing an experience like no other.” READ MORE…

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Taking a “talk” down memory lane with the iRetroPhone Handset

The evolution of the phone to where it is today is quite remarkable. Phones are now smart, mobile and touch activated. So, when the idea of attaching an old handset device to an existing smartphone was introduced, it certainly must have raised some eyebrows. I would have loved to be a fly on the wall of that boardroom meeting. READ MORE…

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The Source Announces Exclusive In-Store Availability of the New BlackBerry Mini Keyboard for the BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet

Productivity on the Go!

Barrie, March 23, 2012 – The Source today announced the exclusive in-store availability of the new BlackBerry® Mini Keyboard – the latest accessory for the BlackBerry® PlayBook Tablet™.  The BlackBerry Mini Keyboard is ultra portable and comes complete with a stylish convertible case that doubles as a stand for the tablet when open. It features an integrated touchpad that supports BlackBerry PlayBook gestures, which allows users to navigate and control the tablet as easily as using the touch screen on the device itself.BlackBerry Bluetooth Keyboard and Case

“With the mini keyboard, the BlackBerry PlayBook becomes an even more powerful mobile computing solution,” said Bruce Dinan, Executive Vice President of Merchandising at The Source. “And with its integrated touchpad, stylish carrying case and built-in stand, it’s the ideal productivity enhancer and must have accessory for PlayBook users.” READ MORE…

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The Source announces exclusive in-store availability of the new Kindle Touch

Kindle Touch offers access to millions of books and more on easy-to-read, high-contrast touch screen display

 Barrie, March 23, 2012 – The Source today announced the exclusive in-store availability of Kindle Touch – Amazon’s all-new full-featured e-reader. Lighter than a paperback, thinner than a magazine and featuring the new 6” (15.2 cm) e-ink touch display, Kindle Touch enables customers to download books and other materials in less than 60 seconds and enjoy them anytime and anywhere.

Amazon Kindle Touch eReader

“With the introduction of the touch screen e-ink display, Kindle Touch takes the great Kindle reading experience and makes it even better,” said Bruce Dinan, Executive Vice President of Merchandising at The Source. “And with room for up to 3,000 books, customers can download a book a week for the next 57 years and still not reach capacity.” READ MORE…

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Specialty Cameras that swim, crash and explore!

For the extreme sports junky, there’s nothing quite like carving the slopes on a crisp, sunny winter day. For the daring – shredding the half-pipe and taking the tricks to the limit may sound more like it. For whatever extreme activity, The Source has a variety of specialty cameras worth checking out, that effortlessly capture the rare and incredible moments while you tear up the outdoor playground.

Liquid Image for the extreme photographer and film makerThe Liquid Image Series snow goggles are tinted and protective, yet are disguised as a 5MP digital camera that allows you to push it to the limit while capturing your dips, cuts, airs and grabs – hands-free. Capture clear 720p HD video and relive that huge air or big spill that you can’t wait to show your friends. READ MORE…

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Sennheiser amps up its headphone line with the DJ-style HD 25 Amperior

When it comes to buying headphones these days, it seems people aren’t too concerned about the price tag anymore, but rather, the celebrity name attached. Celebrity-endorsed audio products were uber popular at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, especially when it came to headphones. In a music sales market bombarded by famous faces, how does one compete with the Dr. Dres and Justin Biebers of the world? The always trusted, family-owned audio brand, Sennheiser, seems to have the answer. They may not be popular for their singing abilities or dashing good looks, but there is one thing they are famous for and that’s creating high-end professional sound equipment. I’m sure you would be pressed to find a newsroom, theater, concert hall, or recording studio that didn’t own a piece of Sennheiser equipment. Even our own The Source video crew was using Sennheiser mics and headphones at CES 2012. So, that begs the question, what’s next for the audio giant? READ MORE…

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Glam, glitz and protection at CES 2012 – Speck Cases

Speck Products made a fine splash at CES 2012, with its wide-variety of innovative and protective cases, showcasing designs for a variety of devices like the iPhone and iPad. Stands, kicks, clips and grips were all in abundance in many assortments of colours, styles and degrees of protection and accessibility.

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A few models that really caught our eyes at CES 2012 were the FitFolio, FabShell, HandyShell and CandyShell variations. The CandyShell models, including the Satin, Card, Grip and View demonstrated the emphasis that Speck puts on customization and individual needs. Aside from the obvious attractiveness of the colours and finishes, the cases really put into perspective the various functions that Speck consumers use their phones for. Depending on the need, protection can be at the forefront of – or peripheral to the style of a case, just like flexibility and affordability vary across the product line. READ MORE…

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Belkin makes home living app-friendly

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Belkin showed off some new and intriguing home automation products this year at CES 2012 in Las Vegas. Capturing the most hype, was its WeMo Wi-Fi-based Home Control Switch, which plugs in to your standard home electrical outlet and allows you to plug in appliances and gadgets, which are then controlled by you through a smartphone app.

The compatible WeMo Motion Sensor can be attached to the Home Control Switch which automates via human movement for convenient and enjoyable home living. Belkin continues to develop an evolving line of automation products for the home – made for families and comfortable living. READ MORE…

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In your head and you can’t shake it – it’s SkullCandy

SkullCandy’s impressive booth at CES 2012 showcased a number of dazzling headphone products. The Source Team Expert, Melanie Raposo, caught up with the gang at SkullCandy to learn a little more about what’s new and exciting for the coming year.

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The Aviator headphones, designed completely at SkullCandy from conception to engineering, were the focal point of the excitement at the booth. Light yet full of depth, the Aviator headphones are attractive and available in different colours for the particular tastes and come with a detachable cord, which SkullCandy believe is the solution to frustrating breaks and malfunctions at the cable/headphone connection point. READ MORE…