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Sleep Monitoring with the Zeo Sleep Manager

Brian Yalung — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:44:44 +0000

Rather than a sleep monitor, the Zeo Sleep Manager offers a new alternative for people who want to properly diagnose and monitor their sleep. With this app made for the iOS and Android devices, people with sleep issues can track their sleep patterns which should help them get better and restful slumber.

The Zeo Sleep Manager connects with the Zeo’s sleep phase monitoring headbands which are plugged directly to a mobile device. It makes use of Bluetooth connectivity to send sleep data directly to users’ smartphones, which is viewable via a recently released free Sleep Manager app.

The Zeo Sleep Manager Mobile retails for about $99 in case you want to check it out.

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USB Aquarium and Alarm Clock

Brian Yalung — Tue, 17 May 2011 15:38:32 +0000

Here is something that should perk up your home or office in a hurry. Having a clock is certainly something great for waking you up or adding some flare in your place but integrating an aquarium all the more makes it better.

The aquarium gets its power from a rechargeable battery good for up to 2 days or via USB connectivity. It can plug into any USB port which helps continually circulates the water and the filter. Included as well are some LED lights, an integrated digital alarm clock, an indoor temperature display and speakers that play up to 5 different nature sounds. Tank holds 1 and half quarts of water and the clock requires two AA batteries.

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Boston Acoustics Solo II Alarm Clock

Brian Yalung — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:42:19 +0000

The Boston Acoustics Solo II alarm clock is another clock radio that comes with high performance 3.5” full range speakers. The speakers come with BassTrac audio processing which should render some spunky sound quality output.

The Solo II boasts of 20 AM/FM station presets and also has provisions for iPod connectivity. To connect your iPod you’ve also got an auxiliary input that can also support other media players. Since the clock face rotates you can place it horizontally or vertically on your desk.

The Boston Acoustics Solo II Clock Alarm retails for $124, hefty but pretty much a good investment for listening and waking you up in the mornings.

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