Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 4

Alright – closeout time! First up is the Griffin iPod nano 6G Slap Bracelet in Red, with a flexible spring-steel band wrapped in soft silicone to comfortably hold your iPod Nano. There’s also the IEssentials USB Mini Glitter Laval Lamp in Pink with tiny bulbs that create a flowing current of glitter which reflects light in all different directions. Last but not least, there’s the Blackberry Playbook Leather Book Binder, with an elastic cover and sleek, functional design.
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 3

It’s not too late to be thinking about what gifts you’re going to give! The Swann Missile Strike Light & Fast Helicopter, Petra Part number 212127, comes full constructed and ready for precise indoor flying. It has an authentic-looking military styling with two built-in missile launchers, six missiles, and two military targets.
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 2

The Speck new iPad 3rd Gen Vegan Leather Magfolio Case and Stylus, Petra part number 210654, helps keep your touchscreen free of smudges and fingerprints.
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 1

New to the site this week, the TV Guardian LT, Petra part number 219095, detects and mutes foul language. Just connect it to your DVD player, Blu-ray player, cable, or satellite box!
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Petra Minute - December 10, 2012

Here's Monica with this week's Minute. Enjoy!

Petra 5-in-5, Week 49, 2012

Petra.com contact preferences, Twitter has security issues, a somewhat interesting White House petition, the text message turns 20, and researchers play with Legos -- for science, obviously. Here's Monica with this week's 5-in-5!
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 4

The Front Row Center 300-Watt, 5.1-Channel Home Theater System, Petra part number 184725, is a complete home theater system consisting of subwoofer and speakers -- great for creating that surround sound feel. Then there's the Power Acoustik 9-inch Universal Headrest Monitor in Beige, Petra part number 180102, with a 16:9 aspect ratio and ultra bright LED backlighting. Last but not least, there's the Uniden 2-way Marine Radio in a 2-pack, Petra part number 218791 -- these 2-way radios are made with a floating, lightweight design and are also waterproof. That's all for this week's Pulse -- see more amazing deals by visiting petra.com/closeouts.
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 3

The Scosche iPhone 5 glosSEE TPU skin in green, Petra part number 218643, is a fun, colorful way to protect your iPhone 5. This case is polycarbonate with rubber edges, and its minimalist design helps protect the phone while adding little to no bulk.
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 2

The Macally iPhone 5 Protective Holster Case with Belt Clip/Stand in Gray and Black, Petra part number 218856 is a great way to add both a protective covering and functionality to your iPhone 5.
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Petra Pulse - Week 50, 2012: Part 1

New to the site this week, we've got the Lorex Wireless IP Camera, Petra part number 218683. This is a VGA wireless camera with 640x480 resolution, and a true three-step setup process.
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Petra Minute - December 3, 2012

Happy Monday! Aaron is bringing you the Petra Minute this week. Take a look!
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Petra 5-in-5, Week 48, 2012

Check in with Aaron for this week's 5-in-5 (errr... more like six and a half). This week, he's talking to you guys about online piracy, a Facebook hoax, Sony's way with words (or lack thereof), and Walmart's Black Friday protest. All right here on Petra Channels!



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Petra Pulse - Week 48, 2012: Part 4

First there's the Swann Keychain Camera Recorder which can be used to capture full color 720x480 AVI video files at 30 frames per second. Then there's the Golla 16-inch Notebook Backpack with a cushioned notebook compartment and a soft, form-pressed backside with air channels. Lastly, there's the Humminbird DI Combo Fishfinder with an 8-inch color screen and GPS unit with external receiver.
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Petra Pulse - Week 48, 2012: Part 3

The Belkin 7-inch Kindle Fire HD Petals cover with Stand in Pink and Purple is a fun, stylish way to protect your 7-inch Kindle Fire HD from scuffs, bumps, and other impacts.
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Petra Pulse - Week 48, 2012: Part 2

The Canon Pixma MX432 Wireless Photo Printer is great for printing off hard copies of family memories, which are then great for framing. It has built-in wifi, and its AirPrint lets users wirelessly print from compatible iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch devices.
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Petra Pulse - Week 48, 2012: Part 1

The Level Mount 26 inch to 85-inch Fixed/Tilt Flat Panel Mount can hold flat panel televisions ranging from 26 inches to 85 inches in size. It can hold up to 200 pounds, offering fixed positions and the ability to tilt by up to 15 degrees.
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Petra Pulse - Week 46, 2012: Part 4

New to the closeout section this week is the Clover DVR Bundle with 8 Cameras, the Leatherman Fuse Multi-Tool + H5 LED Lenser Headlamp, and the iLuv App Station iPod/iPhone Dock. Be sure to check back next week for more great deals!

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Petra Pulse - Week 46, 2012: Part 3

The Deni Compact Vacuum Sealer is great for keeping food fresh and helping you save on your grocery bill.

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Petra Pulse - Week 46, 2012: Part 2

In part two of the Pulse, Natalia talks about the Sirius-XM Lynx Portable Satellite Radio 2.0 Receiver. It comes with a Channel List tuning Mode, parental controls, and more!
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Petra Pulse - Week 46, 2012: Part 1

Here's Natalia, talking about the Rokform iPhone 4/4S Rokbed v3 Case Kit in purple - great for mounting your phone almost anywhere.
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Petra Minute - November 12, 2012

Here's Natalia, talking about some of the things you can expect to see this week on Petra Channels!

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Hot Industry News: Creatively Titled Wifi Networks Replace Passive Aggressive Post-It Notes

Have you ever giggled at a creatively named wifi network? They’re becoming quite the trend, according to CNET. You won’t see any Belkins or Netgears around here, either – we’ve got a “Petra”, a “PWireless”, “warehouse”, and even “FBI Surveillance Van” (don’t ask). Increasingly, people are using them to pass along messages – everything from “Stop slamming the door!” to “Please stop that barking dog!”

It’s not quite anonymous if you live in a small town, but in places like downtown OKC, you might pick up as many as 10-15 wireless networks at once. Folks are even starting to get political with it, with wifi networks popping up in support – or against – the owner’s chosen political candidate.
Pretty interesting stuff… I might go home and change my network’s name, myself!

To read this article in full, click here.

Petra 5-in-5, Week 44, 2012

Career opportunities with Petra, Apple takes one step forward but three steps back, Reebok teams with a start-up to help detect concussions, a new kind of tip jar has baristas everywhere cheering, and smartphones buddy up to light bulbs. We're bringing you five of the week’s hottest news stories – all right here on Petra Channels.
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Petra Pulse - Week 44, 2012: Part 4

Closeout Alert! First we have the iLuv FitActive Smartphone High-Fidelity Sports Earphones with SpeakEZ Remote & Microphone in Orange, which provide a unique in-ear brace for a secure, comfortable fit. Then there’s the iLuv iPhone 4/4S Flex-Trim Case in Purple, which includes a protective screen film. Last but not least, there’s the Midland Action Camera 3-Piece Value Pack Accessory Kit, which includes a window suction cup mount, handle bar mount, and car charger for XTC200 and XTC300 action cameras.
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Petra Pulse - Week 44, 2012: Part 3

The Cocoon Soho Messenger Bag for 16-inch Notebooks in black is great for students and professionals alike. It fits up to a 16-inch notebook and comes with a convenient GRID-IT pocket organizer, allowing users extra storage space and to easily carry and organize accessories.
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Petra Pulse - Week 44, 2012: Part 2

This Emerson Karaoke System with 4-inch Color TFT Screen has a 25-watt peak power speaker and instant record playback. It comes with one microphone, but the system does have two microphone inputs with individual volume controls and two microphone holders.
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Petra Pulse - Week 44, 2012: Part 1

The Hitachi 18-Volt Ni-Cad Driver Drill with Flashlight comes with an ergonomic, soft and comfortable, anti-slip grip. The half-inch keyless chuck also allows for quick and easy bit changes, and this driver weighs just under four and a half pounds.
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Petra Minute - October 29, 2012

Here's Monica, bringing you a preview of the week ahead on Petra Channels!
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Petra 5-in-5, Week 43, 2012

Petra.com Black Friday specials, Pheed tries to imitate its more successful competitors, practical jokers at LG, a group of teens get themselves caught for a break-in, and old New York City phone booths undergo a face lift. Check out five of this week's hottest news stories - all right here on Petra Channels.
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Petra Pulse - Week 43, 2012: Part 4

New to the closeout section this week is the Endust for Electronics Office/Travel Screen Cleaning Combo, the Oster Twisting Mixer with Beater, Whisk and Drink Mixer Attachments, and the Whistler Exclusive High-Performance Radar/Laser Detector with Blue 7-Segment Display.
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Petra Pulse - Week 43, 2012: Part 3

The AudioFly 33 Series Noise-Isolating Headset with Microphone in Corset White has a custom-voiced, 9mm dynamic driver for detailed sound reproduction across the entire sonic spectrum.
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Petra Pulse - Week 43, 2012: Part 2

The iLuv iPhone 5 Aurora Glow-in-the-Dark Case in white comes with a playful glow-in-the-dark pattern, helping to illuminate the phone at night or under a black light.
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Petra Pulse - Week 43, 2012: Part 1

The iLuv Samsung Galaxy S III Frill Hardshell Case with Pocket in Blue is an awesome way to protect your Galaxy S III from bumps, bruises, and scuffles with enemy iPhones.
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Petra Minute - October 22, 2012

Here's Monica, bringing you an idea of what to expect this week from Petra Industries (and giving you the scoop on a few awesome Black Friday deals).

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Hot Industry News: Is Apple Finally Unveiling an iPad Mini?

Well, as CNET and countless other news sources have reported, speculations are on the rise as to the possible existence of an iPad Mini. Apple also sent out invitations to a special event set for October 23, cryptically stating, “We’ve got a little more to show you.”

The event will take place at the California Theater in San Jose, just one block from where its trial with Samsung took place. Even before releasing the original iPad, the company was rumored to be working on a smaller version. But it wasn’t until smaller tablets from competitors began receiving critical acclaim that the pressure on Apple increased to actually produce a similar option.

Leaked photos of what appears to be the iPad Mini have popped up all over the Internet, as well as an email thread between top Apple executives discussing the viability of a 7-inch model. Rumors are also flying that Apple is introducing a 13-inch model of its Retina Display MacBook Pro… but is all (or any) of this speculation true?

I guess we’ll find out on October 23!

To read this article in full, click here.

To find out about some of the great accessories we have available for tablets, check out our Computer Accessories section.

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Petra 5-in-5, Week 42, 2012

A reminder to stock up for Black Friday, a refrigerator that makes you smile (literally), an iPad gets swapped for notepads, places Apple users tend to be the most accident-prone, and an Austrian man breaks skydiving world records. Catch it all right here on Petra Channels!

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Petra Pulse - Week 42, 2012: Part 4

New to the closeout section this week are the Targus iPad 2 Versavu 360-degree Rotating Stand and Case, the Lost Dog iPhone 4/4S Slim Protective Hard Case, and the Bluetrek Speaky in Pink. Want to see more great closeouts? Check out petra.com/closeouts.

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Petra Pulse - Week 42, 2012: Part 3

Showing off a bit of trucker lingo, Natalia talks about the Midland 40-Channel Full-Feature CB Radio with Guardian Alarm and Weather Alert. It has an automatic noise limiter and its weather scan automatically finds the closest weather channel in the immediate area.

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Petra Pulse - Week 42, 2012: Part 2

In part two of the Pulse, Natalia talks about some of the great features on the Canon 16.0 Megapixel Powershot Digital Camera in Black. This product is lightweight, runs on two AA batteries, and even comes with face detection!

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Petra Pulse - Week 42, 2012: Part 1

Here's Natalia, bringing you the Ballistic iPhone 4/4S SG Case in purple silicone. This case even comes with a lay-on-table feature, which helps prevent scratches.

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Petra Minute - October 15, 2012

Here's Monica giving a quick summary of what to expect this week from Petra Industries!

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Petra 5-in-5, Week 41, 2012

Petra's new catalog hits the web, the Mars Rover checks in at Gale Crater, Dish Network tries to bail water out of Blockbuster's sinking ship, Facebook 'likes' become automated hugs, and Farmville is on the decline. All right here on Petra Channels!

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Petra Pulse - Week 40, 2012: Part 4

Closeouts, closeouts, closeouts! Check out the Monster Just Hook It Up HDMI Cable, the MadCatz Playstation 3 Wireless Game Pad, and the Dual Single-DIN In-Dash Mechless Receiver with iPod Dock. Find more closeouts at petra.com/closeouts!

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Petra Pulse - Week 40, 2012: Part 3

Aaron loves the Conair Shower Radio. It's a great way to keep up with your favorite morning radio shows!

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Petra Pulse - Week 40, 2012: Part 2

Make sure to pick up the Speck iPhone 5 PixelSkin Case for your favorite Apple customers!

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Petra Pulse - Week 40, 2012: Part 1

New to the site this week is the Harry Potter The new iPad 3rd Gen/iPad 2 Leather Smart Case with Slytherin crest. Not a fan of snakes? No worries - we've also got Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, and Gryffindor!

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Petra Minute - October 1, 2012

Here's Monica giving a quick look at what to expect on Petra Channels this week!

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Hot Industry News: Apples Files Patent Application for ‘Intelligent Automated Assistant’

Apple made a move to try and protect what we assume is its beloved Siri today by filing a patent on the voice navigation system. The patent describs an “intelligent  Automated Assistant”, with a description detailing an application that is guided through the user’s speech. Yup, sounds like Siri.

The patent then describes how ‘user intent’ is carried out, either by launching an additional app or performing a specific function. The commands are also described pretty thoroughly, with examples of anchor text that could be used by the automated assistant to understand what exactly it is you’re asking.

To read this article in full (or see the patent in its entirety), click here.

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Petra 5-in-5, Week 39, 2012

Just a few days left to earn free freight on Monster Products, even more guesswork gets taken out of photography, Apple and Google duke it out, Samsung phones could be at risk to get wiped, and Wal-Mart releases a Ninja Turtles app.

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Petra Product Spotlight: Pinnacle Speakers P-WAFR Bar 32 Wafer™ Series 7-Element Speaker Bar for Super Thin TVs 32" & Up

The Pinnacle Speakers P-WAFR Bar 32 Wafer™ Series 7-Element Speaker Bar for Super Thin TVs 32" & Up is a fantastic accessory for your gorgeous, but acoustically lacking flat panel television. This 200-watt speaker bar is just 1.9” deep, so you can even mount it on the wall directly below or above your television.

The carbon graphite woofers and mid-bass drivers help create a smooth, linear response, and the gold-plated binding posts offer a secure connection. The spring-loaded binding posts offer fast and simple hook-up, and the 3” polymer cone woofers and three 1” pivoting liquid-cooled titanium dome tweeter with plasma vapor treatment offer a pristine sound. It’s also internally braced to eliminate distortion at all volume levels, and includes a Flush Fit™ wall bracket for horizontal mounting and threaded inserts that accept after-market pivot bracket wall mounts.
At just under 10 pounds and created by a more than 30-year-young company, these speakers make a great investment. Check out more of our Home Theater offerings, or head over to the Pinnacle web page.
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Petra Pulse - Week 39, 2012: Part 4

Closeout time! That's right, here's Part 4 of the Pulse, with Aaron talking about some of this week's hot closeout deals.

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Petra Pulse - Week 39, 2012: Part 3

For Part 3 of the Pulse, Aaron talks about the Swann OutbackCam Portable Video 5 Megapixel Camera & Recorder. Powered by just four AA batteries!

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Petra Pulse - Week 39, 2012: Part 2

Here's Part 2 of the Pulse, as Aaron chats up the Proficient Audio Systems MaxTV Plug & Play Amplified Tabletop Soundbar with Built-In Subwoofer, with two 1" silk-dome tweeters, four 2.5" treated paper midranges, and inputs for RCA analog, optical, and digital coax.

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Petra Pulse - Week 39, 2012: Part 1

Check out Part 1 of this week's Pulse as Aaron talks about the OptomaUSA 3D RF Glasses. They make you look way cool!
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Petra Minute - September 24, 2012

Here's Monica bringing you a quick summary of what you'll be seeing this week on Petra Channels!
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Hot Industry News: AT&T Chief Speaks Out on Texting at the Wheel

This week, the chairman and chief executive of AT&T confronted an issue unrelated to the business meeting at which he was about to speak. In front of hundreds of major investors, including Fortune 500 executives, Randall L. Stephenson urged the audience not to text and drive.

He didn’t start there, though – he’s been spreading the message at meetings and in conversations with executives at other major companies. AT&T isn’t the first company to take this stance, although in Stephenson’s case, the issue is certainly personal: he revealed in an interview that, a few years ago, someone close to him caused an accident while texting and driving.

Apparently, public service campaigns have done little to curb the issue… but hopefully, as more and more companies step up to plead for better driving habits – especially telecommunications companies – things will begin to improve.

To read this article in full, click here.

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Petra Product Spotlight: The Clarion Marine CD/MP3/WMA Receiver with USB

Looking for a waterproof receiver for your outdoor setup or boat? Look no further. The Clarion Marine CD/MP3/WMA Receiver with USB has a watertight flip-down control panel with rubber gaskets to prevent water damage. It also has integrated drainage channels to keep water out. It’s even built to keep both salt and fog out, as well as UV exposure.

This receiver is also equipped for CD, MP3, and WMA playback – it also has a rear USB port with iPod audio direct connect. It’s Sirius direct connect reader, and comes with Beat EQ for sound adjustment. The Magna Bass EX sound enhancement ensures your music will sound great; the 4-channel/2V RCA output for front, rear, and sub certainly won’t hurt, either.
Last but not least, this receiver comes with a wired marine remote, ready with optional MW1/MW2 controllers.
Looking for more great mobile audio/video products? Check out the Category Navigation near the top left hand corner of our site.
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Petra Pulse - Week 38, 2012: Part 4

Amazing closeout deals this week include the Whistler Exclusive High-Performance Radar/Laser Detector with Blue 7-Segment Display, the Sony Playstation Move Navigation Controller, and the Targus Small Camera Case in Gray.

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Petra Pulse - Week 38, 2012: Part 3

The Whistler Tire Scout Tire Pressure Monitoring System is great for reducing risk and improving fuel economy!

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Petra Pulse - Week 38, 2012: Part 2

In part two of the Pulse, Monica talks about the Audiofly 56 Series Noise-Isolating Headset with Microphone in Vintage White. They even come with their own velvet-lined storage tin!

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Petra Pulse - Week 38, 2012: Part 1

Here's Monica with part one of the Pulse, talking about the Trident iPhone 4/4S Apollo Case with 2 Interchangeable Back Plates (Red/Black). The interchangeable back plates make it like having two cases in one!

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Petra Minute - September 17, 2012

Check in with Aaron as he recaps what to expect for this week on Petra Channels.

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New at Petra: The 16.0 Megapixel PowerShot® SX160IS Digital Camera (Red)

Looking for the next big thing to capture your family memories with? Look no further – you’ve found it. The 16.0 Megapixel PowerShot® SX160IS Digital Camera (Red) serves as a great, easy-to-use way to make your pictures speak – and it won’t just be a thousand words, either. The 16x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom, and 64x combined optical zoom with optical image stabilizer (which corrects for unwanted camera movement) will snap photos that make you feel like you’re still in the moment.

This product also comes with face detect, and is powered by two AA batteries. To see more great Photo and Video products, check out the Category Navigation in the upper left hand part of the page.

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Hot Industry News: Wearable Robots That Can Help People Walk Again

In California, a pair of robotic legs are being developed which can help paraplegics and those with other types of spinal injuries walk again. Using a set of what looks like futuristic ski poles, the user can signal to the robotic legs when they’re ready to take a step.  The “bionic suit” also consists of a pair of mechanical braces wrapped around one’s legs, and electric muscles that do much of the work of actually walking.

The company behind the suit is called Ekso Bionics, and they’re one of several companies and research labs that are working on creating equipment which will help disabled people or even make the body superhuman. Ekso also happens to be the first company to introduce a self-contained robotic suit, without any tethers to a power supply. Right now they’re just being used for rehabilitation centers, but the hope is that one day people will be wearing them in everyday life.

Ekso was founded seven years ago, and takes its name from the word exoskeleton – makes sense, right? The company started shipping the suits in February, and right now about 15 rehabilitation centers in the United States are using the suits. These things don’t come cheap, though – a suit runs about $140,000 for each one, along with a $10,000 annual service contract.

Reports are stating that patients who haven’t walked in years are able to use the suits on their own in as little as two days. The ultimate hope is that, as technology progresses, the suits will come down in cost and eventually become as commonplace as a smartphone. Pretty cool, huh?

To read this article in full, click here.

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Petra 5-in-5, Week 37, 2012

Petra.com closeouts, Google Fiber may be coming to a neighborhood near you, a new sleep monitoring device may help identify your ideal sleeping conditions, new iPad cases make a splash, and GoDaddy gets hacked. All right here on Petra Channels!

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Petra Pulse - Week 37, 2012: Part 4

Who loves closeouts? We do! New to the closeout section this week is the Fujifilm 14-Megapixel Finepix Digital Camera Bundle, the Optimus High-Velocity Fan, and the MadCatz Nintendo Wii Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard & Software Bundle.

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Petra Pulse - Week 37, 2012: Part 3

Having problems with raccoons or other pests? The P3 Solar Animal Chaser can help with that!

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Petra Pulse - Week 37, 2012: Part 2

Here's Monica, bringing you the Speck new iPad 3rd Gen Magfolio Luxe Case. It has a beautiful burgundy leather finish, and comes with INFINITE viewing angles!
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Petra Pulse - Week 37, 2012: Part 1

Kicking off this week's Petra Pulse is the P3 SockitBox, great for protecting outdoor power connections!

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Petra Minute - September 10, 2012

Here's Aaron, summing up what to expect this week on Petra Channels!

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Hot Industry News: Will Apple be the ONLY One to Make the New iPhone 5 Dock Adapters?

It’s official: Apple is definitely up to something, and we’re pretty sure it’s going to be an iPhone 5, set to release next Wednesday. Or at least that’s what they’re very strongly hinting at.

It’s not all fun and games and PR buzz, though. There’s just one – or perhaps 19 – tiny little concerns. That is, one of the more prominent rumors regarding the iPhone 5 is that instead of its traditional 30-pin dock, the device will come with a 19-pin one. This doesn’t sound so bad in theory – until you hear the second part of the rumor. The second part of the rumor is that Apple will be the ONLY provider of dock adapters.

This just got a little scary, didn’t it?

According to the writers at Forbes, the primary belief regarding Apple’s decision to be the only source of dock adapters (if it’s true) isn’t because they wanted to cash in on forcing people to convert. The way they figure – if Apple can handle the demand for new adapters – then why not? I can definitely see their reasoning – why give someone else that revenue, if you don’t have to?

In any case, the expectation is that the adapters in question will cost about $10 each. If the company can’t keep up, then it’s not as if they’ll have trouble finding a few developers to help them out.

That’s your bit of hot industry news for today! Be sure to check out our Facebook and Twitter feeds for more tech news.

Petra 5-in-5, Week 36, 2012

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Petra Product Spotlight: The Garmin Forerunner 410 GPS Receiver

Are your customers runners? Then you might want to take a look at the Garmin Forerunner 410 GPS Receiver. This product is an easy-to-use, button-operated sport watch. It’s also GPS enabled, allowing runners to easily gauge their distance run, time, pace, elevation, and more. The 1.06” x 1.06” diameter display is easy to read, with a display resolution of 124 x 95 pixels.




The Forerunner also uses a high sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix® technology, meaning buyers still get programmer support to make sure those pesky bugs stay away. It also has a USB interface, which is compatible with Garmin Connect™, and a built-in rechargeable li-ion battery.

The battery lasts for up to eight hours in training mode, and up to two weeks in power save mode. Last but not least, this product tips the scales at a light, functional 2.11 ounces.

Make sure to check out our other outdoor and fitness products while you’re at it!

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