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Cell Phone Accessories

WonderCube is a multi-talented smartphone charger you won’t want to leave at home

One problem with smartphones is that they require users to carry around multiple accessories, most notably a charging device. Sometimes, this isn’t always the most efficient way to travel and go about one’s day.

The WonderCube — a tiny device featuring eight-in-one mobile functions —  aims to end that problem. The WonderCubs is small enough such that it can conveniently be attached to a key ring. Some of its features include a foldout flexible USB cord measuring 3 inches when extended; gold-plated connectors that allow quick charging through any USB port; USB On-The-Go (OTG) functionality that provides 64 GB of smartphone storage via a built-in microSD card reader; a battery charger that allows users to plug in a 9-volt battery in order to provide an emergency power boost to a depleted phone battery; a mini LED flashlight; and a phone stand function that can be used in either portrait or landscape mode.

WonderCube’s cable can be used for quick file transfers and backups, as well as for syncing photos, music and videos. Notably, transfers and backups can be achieved even when a network connection isn’t available. The device is scheduled to ship in August in two versions –- one with an Apple Lightning connector for iOS devices and another with a micro USB connector. Each version will set you back $69. Its maker set a goal of raising $50,000 by April 15.

The WonderCube has a lot of potential on account of its small size and its many mobile functions. To be fair, not all of those features are clear winners. Specifically, it’s debatable whether or not smartphone users really need a mini flashlight when there are already multiple apps capable of providing that feature. The OTG function also only works on Android devices for now, although iOS compatibility is expected to be added.

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Lighting

Mule Light Orb taps LEDs to stick it to the glow stick

Having an easy-to-carry light source available when you need it most just got easier. Mule Light Orb got its inspiration from green glow sticks, with the intention of improving on a good idea and arranging for it to offer greater functionality. This green orb can attach to a key ring, backpack for camping, bike handlebars, and multiple other locations. Its energy saving settings allow it to extend the life of the LED light, but even once that dies out, it can be recharged via a USB cable. Use it as a flashlight, campsite safety light, hiking trail marker, or signal while biking or walking at night. The campaign fails to clarify if the 100 hours the orb is supposed to last is with or without the energy saving setting being exclusively implemented. While the item isn’t going to be something that can replace a good flashlight or other camping or cycling accessories that are light sources, it might make for a useful emergency light item to have on hand.  This campaign is seeking to raise $67,000 by October 30, 2014. Backers get one product for $25, with an expected delivery of November 2014 and a $67,000 campaign goal.

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Lighting

LureViewer offers hands-free light during dark nights

lureviewerWhether it’s an evening of fishing, tinkering with the car, or a woman’s need to light up her purse, LureViewer has a hands-free solution for lighting up dark places in the night. The finished product is a LED light on a flexible rubber post with an alligator clip on one end that can wrap around the most ideal make-shift mount of the moment. It’s a nice touch that it’s also waterproof and has magnetic properties, but the length of time for which light can be provided by the product is not clearly indicated. Nevertheless, backers can get one for $10 with an expected delivery of November 2015.

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Organization

Lazy Keys lights the way, puts a spring in your keys

Lazy KeysInto the well-worn collection of key organizer Kickstarter products comes Lazy Keys. As the video, which contains a lot of poorly edited titles explains, the which offers a switchblade-like release of your lock masters as well as a small LED flashlight to find your way toward the keyhole or around any dark area. Made of ABS plastic, the Lazy Keys  Reward levels include receiving the product for $25 in March 2014 and go up from there to include “keys” that can be used as a bottle opener or a USB flash drive.