It was introduced at CES 2013 in January, and it's now in the marketplace.

Back in January at CES Kingston showed a beta-version of theirMobileLite Wireless device. This looks, and in some ways, is similar to a device we saw more than a year ago, The Kingston Wi-Drive. The Wi-Drive uses Wi-Fi to give your iOS device like an iPad or iPod, or I Pod Touch plenty of extra storage space. The Wi-Drive had built in memory, while with the newer MobileLite, you provide the memory. It supports USB flash drives, microSD, or a standard SD card to add memory and functions to your iOS or Android device. The MobileLite allows three users to share photos, videos, etc. over the built-in WiFi network. Kingston says the three uses can even watch 3 different movies from the single MobileLite device. I downloaded the app and paired mine my my iPod Touch. I put in a memory card with some movies on it, and in about 30 seconds I could watch a movie on my Touch. No internal memory needed. The MobileLite ships with a micro USB cable and a SD card adaptor, which you use to play the content on a micro SD card. There’s even a way to use the built in battery to charge to your portable device. It's a Li-Polymer 1800 mAh 3.7v battery which should let you enjoy files from the MobileLite for about 5 hours. Of course using it as a charging device will quickly reduce battery capicity for sharing. Camera Roll support allows users to move photos or videos from their mobile device to the MobileLite Wireless in order to free up space. On Amazon it’s $59.99.

Company website:

http://www.kingston.com/us/usb/wireless#mlw221

Leo & I did a show that included this neat gadget. See or hear this show: www.twit.tv/giz1421

Bose adds a new way to listen to your music.

Bose invited journals to bustling Grand Central Terminal to introduce two exciting new products. (Excuse me for calling it Grand Central Station in the video, because yes, it’s Grand Central Terminal. Trains do not go on from there, just back to where they came from.) But Grand Central is where they unveiled their latest addition to the Bose SoundLink family. The newest member is the SoundLink Mini. This is a compact Bluetooth speaker A2DP speaker system. During the demo one of the folks from Bose walked around with the device in his hand, playing an unbelievable amount of music for the size. It measures just 2” x 7” x 2.3”. It weighs about the same as an average tablet at 1.5 pounds. An anodized aluminum housing is designed to resist scratches and is strong and durable enough for the rigors of everyday use. Several engineering advancements are integrated in the SoundLink Mini enclosure: two new passive radiators feature a patented surround to reproduce the lowest low notes. And new Bose transducers move twice the volume of air as conventional same-size transducers to deliver clear mid- and high frequencies. The SoundLink Mini speaker comes with a charging cradle, making it easy to grab-and-go, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to seven hours of listening away from power. Accessory soft covers in orange, green and blue, and a travel bag, will also be available. Price is $199.95 and it can be pre-ordered now. It will start shipping July 11^th, 2013.

www.bose.com

Giz Wiz Video: (I shot this video with my PivotHead Glasses, so please forgive my jerky moves! But it's a chance to see and hear - through the PivotHead Mic - the new SoundLink Mini.)

http://youtu.be/7k0550CX41Q

Two inexpensive and practical gadgets from the National Hardware Show.

Xodus Glowing Key Fob  

The Glowing LED Key Chain Fob lets you easily find your keys in the dark with the always-on LED glowing light. Press the button and it brightens to becomes a mini flashlight. Perfect for use in purses, backpacks, briefcases, etc. It also makes it easy to find your keys in your dark house/apartment too. The replaceable battery can last up to one year with the 'always-on' glow technology. On Amazon, they about $12.00

www.xodusinnovations.com

Xodus Mini LED Guide Lights.

These clever battery operated glowing discs can be used to mark stairs, hallways, light switches, bathroom doors, etc. They retail for under $20 for a set of four. If you do a web search on Amazon, you can find them for about $15.

Grillbot! It's like a Roomba for the BBQ.

Someone else I met at the National Hardware Show 2013 was Ethan Woods, real estate agent, turned inventor. The idea for his automatic BBQ grill cleaning Grillbot came to him when he put a wire brush into his electric drill to make cleaning his backyard grill easier. Like many others with want to bring something new to the market, the road from the basic idea to something people can buy took about two years and a bundle of money. He said that people telling him it can’t be done, made him keep going forward. And now Grillbot has launched. Grillbot is simple to operate. Press a button to set the amount of time you want it clean and place it on a hot or cold grill. (A built in alarm tells you if the grill is too hot for the device.) A built-in mini-LCD screen lets you to choose a light or deep clean. Three motors power three wire brushes. The brushes should be good for one complete BBQ season and are replaceable. The Grillbot comes with a rechargeable battery pack, charger, AC adapter and a hanging storage case. It’s available in four colors and can be pre-ordered now for $99.95. It should start shipping in the next month or two. (Written May, 2013.)

www.grillbots.com

Giz Wiz Grillbot Video: http://youtu.be/8owcqhTLHYw

New from the National Hardware Show: General Tool's Cordless Lighted Power Screwdriver for small, delicate jobs.

General Tool's Cordless Power Precision Screwdriver (Model 502) is ideal for ultra-delicate applications such as computer and electronics repair, hobbies and crafts. The 100+ RPM motor features forward and reverse controls, and the quick-change chuck allows for effortless swapping between 1/8" Slotted, Phillips and Torx bits. An ergonomic handle design provides multiple grip positions to accommodate a variety of working situations. Includes 6 bits ( #0 and #1 Phillips, 1/16 and 1/8" slotted, T5 and T6 Torx. Super Bright LED Light. The company says you should get 6+ hours of power from the 2 AAA included alkaline batteries. Size: 7.50 x 1.0 x .88 inches. Available now, or very soon. Amazon was still showing the older model 500 as of 5/11/13. Another company was selling it for $49. It's $34.96 at the General Tools website. 

http://www.generaltools.com/502--LED-LIGHTED-PRECISION-SCREWDRIVER_p_1953.html