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Apple's MagSafe Battery pack is the cheapest it's been this year
Amazon has the Apple MagSafe battery pack on sale for $80 or $19 off the regular price, the cheapest we've seen it this year.
Rolls-Royce's all-electric airplane smashes record with 387.4 MPH top speed
Just two months after its maiden flight, Rolls-Royce's "Spirit of Innovation" has hit a record top speed of 387.4 MPH.
Rolls-Royce's all-electric aircraft completes 15-minute maiden voyage
Rolls-Royce, best known in aviation for its jet engines, has taken an all-electric airplane on its maiden voyage.
Apple is reportedly making a magnetic iPhone battery pack
Apple is said to be working on a magnetic battery pack that would wirelessly charge the iPhone 12.
Mophie's latest battery bank can charge itself wirelessly
Mophie's new Powerstation Wireless XL battery bank can not only charge your devices wirelessly, but charge itself that way too.
Renault's 'transformer' EV concept can stretch to take on extra batteries
Renault's latest concept EV is literally a transformer that works for both city driving and long trips. The Morphoz EV in "City" mode normally has a 40 kWh battery that's good for 90 percent of driving in cities or suburbs. However, for the 10 percent of the time you take it on long trips, it can stretch in size to "Travel" mode and accommodate an additional 50 kWh battery extender pack. Drivers can install it at special stations through a flap in the bottom of the Morphoz "in just a few seconds," leaving you with 700 km (434 miles) of highway range.
Here's everything you need for your new Pixel 4
After months of leaks, Google's Pixel 4 and 4 XL are finally available in stores. Touted as Android's answer to iPhones, there are already a healthy number of Pixel accessories to choose from. Here are some of our picks to get you started.
Tesla granted tariff exemption on Japanese aluminum for battery cells
Tesla has won an exemption from paying the 10 percent tariffs placed on imported aluminum from Japan. It filed a request with the Commerce Department in April for a tariff exclusion on 10 million kilograms of the metal per year from Nippon Light Metal Co for battery cells made in the Nevada Gigafactory. The department approved it this month.
Xiaomi opens its online accessory shop in the US and Europe
We knew that Xiaomi was beta-launching its online accessory store in the UK this week, but now it's become clear that other regions are also being supported. The Mi Store will be available at two separate time slots: 7PM PT/ 10PM ET (May 18th) for customers in the US, followed by 1PM CET (May 19th) for people in the UK, France and Germany. As we reported before, this is a limited launch that will allow the Chinese phone maker to tentatively test consumer demand in these markets. Only four products will be sold -- a pair of headphones, a couple of portable batteries and its Mi Band fitness tracker -- and they'll be available in limited quantities. So if you're interested in being an early Xiaomi adopter, it's best to get in as early as possible. If the store is successful, who knows, we might not have to wait too long before its smartphones and tablets are also available in the West.
Xiaomi starts small with a UK online accessory store
Xiaomi is about to enter the UK market, but it won't be selling the Android phones and tablets it's best known for. Mimicking its plans for the US, the company is starting with an online accessory store for its Mi-branded headphones, battery packs and fitness trackers. Xiaomi will be taking orders from midday on May 19th, but be warned, as the store has been firmly branded with the "beta" label. As Android Authority reports, this means that all of the accessories will be available in limited quantities -- so once Xiaomi has sold through its pre-determined amounts, that'll be it. Game over. Products will ship directly from Xiaomi's warehouses in China, so be aware that you might have to pay some import duties. Clearly, Xiaomi is using this limited launch to test the UK's waters, but who knows, if it's successful maybe we'll see a full-time store selling its flagship Mi Note in the future.
Engadget giveaway: win a powered-up accessory package courtesy of TYLT!
Few things in today's digitally dependent world can measure up to the panic when you've forgotten to charge your devices -- short of leaving home without them. It's always wise to have a backup plan, though, for when those juice levels drop and we've got a selection of power and connectivity minded goodies lined up for today's giveaway. TYLT has provided a selection of its colorful, design-centric products that will keep your battery levels high and your ears happy. This package includes the ENERGI+ Backpack (which doubles as a mobile charging station), along with a variety of adapters, connectors and its TUNZ Bluetooth speaker and headphones. For those NFC-enabled commuters, there's even the Capio universal smartphone car mount and charger. This rainbow of tech flavors is headed to one lucky Engadget reader this week, so just head on down to the Rafflecopter widget below and it could be yours. Winner: congratulations to Qiyu L. of Atlanta, GA.
Free Jackery app provides iPhone battery insights
Jackery is best-known as a manufacturer of external battery packs; we've reviewed several of their products in the past, the Jackery Giant 10,400 mAh battery pack and the Jackery Leaf battery case for iPhone 5 and 5s. Now the company wants iPhone users to gain more insight into exactly how the batteries in their devices are using that precious power, and they've introduced a free Jackery app today that does just that. There are four main features in the app: It monitors your battery consumption day and night, 24/7 It accurately estimates just how much time you have left on your device It notifies you when it might be a good time to plug your iPhone into a wall socket or a Jackery (or other) battery pack It's full of hints on how to maintain your battery for extended usage and longer life Upon launching the app, you're immediately greeted with the Monitor screen. It shows you the remaining percentage of energy stored in your battery, the remaining time estimated before your device runs out of charge, and when the battery level will drop below 50 percent and 20 percent. It will also give you an estimate of what time to charge your iPhone again. Note that it takes the app a little while to track usage and start displaying the estimates. I found that when my iPhone 5s reached about 90 percent charge level, the remaining time and time estimates for various levels of power appeared on the app display. I was unable to get the app to show me the usage report, simply because I hadn't used it during a full charge/discharge cycle. I look forward to seeing my usage profile over time, primarily because it will tell me what apps and times of day seem to be the most draining for my iPhone 5s. There's a button to get you into a community window with a chat room, coupons for discounts on Jackery products, and more. The app requires users to either log in via Facebook or create a Jackery account in order to take advantage of the community. The monitoring settings can be tweaked by the iPhone user to provide notification at other set levels of charge. For example, if I've noticed that things really start to get wonky with my iPhone at about a 10 percent charge level, I can set my own notification. I found it rather interesting that the percentage level shown by the built-in iOS battery meter and the Jackery app did vary a bit, with the app being a bit more conservative (i.e., lower) in its readings. I'm not sure which is more accurate... The app looks great and the price is definitely right. If you're an inveterate battery-level watcher like I am, you'll want to install the Jackery app as soon as possible.
The myCharge Amp Plus might be the perfect power pack
I love portable power banks. Actually, let me rephrase that; I love compact, powerful, beautifully-designed portable power banks. If I can toss something in my pocket which gives me some extra juice -- and not be constantly reminded of its existence when it bounces against my thigh as I walk -- I'm on board. I love the myCharge Amp Plus for all these reasons. Specs Capacity: 3000 mAh Output: 1.0A (via USB) Price: US$39.99 Design There's not a whole lot you can say about a tiny charging gadget like this, but the Amp Plus has several nice design touches worth mentioning. First off, the materials used in its construction are of the highest quality. No cheap plastic here. It has what myCharge calls a "Soft Touch" finish, which provides a very pleasant in-hand feel, and the rubberized grips on the ends are great when you're yanking it out of your pocket or bag. There's a discrete power gauge on the side that is activated by pressing a small button, a USB port to power whatever gadgets are in need of some life, and a microUSB port that is used to recharge the pack itself. As an added bonus, there's a built-in LED flashlight on one end of the pack which produces a surprisingly bright beam. It's a small added feature that really has nothing to do with its charging abilities, but if you're ever in need of some added light it really is a life saver. Size wise, it's just about perfect. I can toss it in my pocket and forget it's there or leave it in my vehicle's console without it taking up much room at all. It essentially disappears until it's needed, which is exactly what a device like this should do. Functionality You plug in your device's charging cord to the USB port on the Amp Plus and it begins transferring power immediately. With devices like this, it either works or it doesn't, and that's not usually a difficult thing to get right. I can say that it's not needlessly complicated like some charging devices I've used -- which sometimes require you to press or hold buttons in order for charging to commence -- so it scores points for simplicity. The Amp Plus boasts 3000 mAh of charge, which should be enough to charge your iPhone 5s from zero to full once while leaving about a half a charge left over as additional backup. That's a pretty remarkable feat for such a tiny little thing. Conclusion The myCharge Amp Plus is ideal as a backup battery and the added bonus of it being a pleasure to hold, along with the flashlight help set it apart from similar devices. It's easy to use and there's really nothing I could think to improve on it. At US$39.99, it's a very small, but very important investment. Rating: 4 out of a possible 4 stars
Fluxmob BOLT: USB iPhone charger and battery pack in the same tiny package
It's always great to see Kickstarter projects that have made it past funding and into manufacturing, and today's example is no exception. Fluxmob's BOLT is a USB iPhone charger and a battery pack in one small package, and today I'm going to take a look at this well-designed little box that had 1,790 backers on Kickstarter. Specifications Price: US$59.99 Dimensions: 70mm x 34mm x 28mm (2.75″ x 1.33″ x 1.10″) Weight: 87.9 gm (3.1 oz) Battery capacity: 3000 mAh Input voltage: 90 - 240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 0.15A Output voltage: 5V DC, 1A Colors: Stealth (dark gray), Argon (blue with dark gray top), Crimson (red with dark gray top) Design Highlights What hit me first about the BOLT is that it looks like something designed by Jony Ive. The plug prongs fold into the BOLT's case to protect them from damage during transport, and click satisfyingly into place for plugging into a wall socket. The front of the device has four blue LEDs to indicate remaining battery capacity, as well as a single green LED that lights when the device is plugged in and charging or is charging your iPhone. A single dimpled button on the front is used to check the battery capacity. As the designers note, the edges are subtly chamfered to give the BOLT a sleeker look and there's a little thumb ramp that makes one-handed extension of the plug possible. Functionality Highlights As expected, the BOLT works well both as a charger and as an external iPhone battery pack. It's small enough to fit in a purse or backpack without taking up a lot of space, and the LEDs are bright enough to see even in daylight. Probably the best thing about the BOLT is that it keeps iPhone owners from having to purchase both an Apple power brick ($19) and a 3000 mAh battery pack ($20 from Anker on Amazon), then try to keep the two devices from getting separated from each other. If I have any complaints, it's that the price is a little on the steep side and that the company doesn't include a USB to Lightning cable with the BOLT. Hopefully the BOLT will be successful enough in the marketplace that Fluxmob will be able to price it more reasonable in the future. Conclusion The Fluxmob BOLT is a well-designed and nicely manufactured product that connoisseurs of design will love. Making this product more affordable, perhaps at a price point of around $40 - $45, would turn it into a best-seller. Rating: 3 stars out of 4 stars possible
Lepow ADD Power Bank: A pleasant surprise in a mundane product category
I'll be the first to admit that extended battery packs aren't exactly the most exciting accessory to write or read about. But every once in a while some manufacturer comes out with a product that's so different that you just have to say "wow!" despite yourself. That was the case with Lepow's ADD Power Bank (US$69.99 MSRP, available for $49.99 from some online retailers). It's a two-part external battery pack consisting of a 4500 mAh primary pack and a 4500 mAh supplementary pack that stick together magnetically ... but that's not the whole story. Read on! Specifications Primary pack Dimensions: 4.7 x 2.4 x .4 inches (12 x 6.1 x 1.1 cm) Weight: 4.23 oz (0.12 kg) Capacity: 4500 mAh Supplementary pack Dimensions: 4.4 x 2.4 x .4 inches (11.1 x 6.1 x 1.1 cm) Weight: 4.23 oz (0.12 kg) Capacity: 4500 mAh Input/output voltage: DC 5V Output current: 2100 mA Design Highlights The design of the ADD is what makes it so unique. Rather than being your usual smartphone/tablet battery pack, the ADD lets you choose what to take along with you. If you're just using your iPhone and might need to top off the battery, you can drop the primary pack in your pocket and you're ready to roll. Need more juice for your iPad? Grab the secondary pack and place it next to the primary pack, and the two magnetically couple. A small arm swivels 90° to add power from the supplementary pack. The company makes the primary pack in three colors -- taffeta white, raspberry pink and sky blue -- while the supplementary packs come in concrete gray. Even the packaging for the ADD is a bit unique -- the device comes in recyclable cork boxes instead of using plastic or styrofoam, and there's a felt and elastic carry sleeve that comes with it. A USB to micro-USB cable is included for charging, although any similar cable would do the job as well. How do you know what the charge level is in the pack? Easy -- you shake it and a series of LEDs (orange for the primary pack, green for the supplementary pack) turn on to give you the relative level of charge. It's a smart idea and there's no need for a separate button for determining power level. Last point on the design: for some reason I was reminded of Lego... The ADD is very angular and has a soft-touch finish, and it just looks very modern. Functionality Highlights Call me weird, but there's something just fun about having two battery packs stick together with magnets. I love the fact that you don't have to carry the full duo with you and can basically just take what you need. The green packaging was a surprise, the felt carry case provides a warm touch to an otherwise "cold" accessory. The idea of giving the pack(s) a shake to get the charge level is also fun, and the different colored LEDs give you a solid indication of charge in both packs when they're joined up. For charging the supplementary pack separately, there's a tiny red LED that turns off when the pack is full. The big question for me with any battery pack is whether or not it can truly be used to charge an iPad -- I've had some packs that advertise being able to put out the necessary 2.1A to charge an iPad but fail in the process. A quick test with both an iPad mini and an iPad Air showed that it will help to top off a current-generation iPad with no issues. Conclusion In the world of mundane external battery packs for mobile devices, the Lepow ADD Power Bank is a breath of fresh air. At the $49.99 price point it's also reasonably-priced; however, at the $69.99 MSRP there are many other battery packs that would simply be a better buy despite being less impressive in the design department. Rating: 3-1/2 stars out of 4 stars possible
The Limefuel Blast L60X external battery pack is power in your pocket
External battery packs are one of the most useful types of accessories you can own. They are endlessly convenient when you're not near your phone or tablet charger and also great for emergency or power outage situations. The Limefuel Blast L60X is one of the more modest entries into this category, with a pocketable form factor and a sleek design, but it's also one of the easiest to recommend. Specifications Capacity: 6,000mAh Charge time: Four to six hours Dimensions: 3.6 x 1.7 x 0.9 inches (92 x 43 x 24mm) Weight: 4.4 oz (124 g) Charging method: USB to micro-USB Design The Limefuel L60X is the most petite external battery that Limeade offers, and it's extremely compact. It'll fit in your pocket without feeling cumbersome and while it's heavy enough to feel solid, it won't weigh you down. A small strip of LED lights on the front shows the current charge level, and both the USB and micro-USB ports are found on one end of the device. There's also a small LED flashlight next to the USB ports that can be turned on by double-pressing the charge button. Overall, it's as simple as could be, and that's perfect for an accessory that isn't meant to be shown off. Functionality With 6,000mAh of juice, the L60X fully recharged my iPhone 5s a couple of times from the 10 to 20 percent range and still had a bit left over. The math says that since the iPhone 5s features a 1,560mAh battery, the L60X should be able to refill it almost four times, but in practice these devices aren't perfectly efficient, and oftentimes it's not even close. The Limefuel seems to be more efficient than most, however, and depending on your device, you can expect two or three full charges from it, and probably have a bit left for emergencies. It's one of the best external batteries I've ever used, and I can promise you I'll have one of these little guys along with me on my next camping trip or long plane flight. Conclusion The best an external battery pack can do is recharge your device as many times as possible, and do so repeatedly. The Limefuel L60X checks both of those boxes confidently, and its sleek form factor and no-nonsense design are just icing on the cake. For US$59.99 (on sale through Amazon right now for $29.99), it's great. Rating: 4 stars out of a possible 4 stars Giveaway Want to give your iPhone or iPad new life without visiting a power outlet? The Limefuel Blast L60X battery pack can help, so follow the giveaway rules: Open to legal US residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older. To enter, fill out the form below completely and click or tap the Submit button. The entry must be made before January 16, 2014 11:59PM Eastern Standard Time. You may enter only once. One winner will be selected and will receive a Limefuel Blast L60X battery pack valued at US$59.99. Click Here for complete Official Rules. Loading...
Nintendo's high-capacity Wii U GamePad battery lands in the UK and Germany
If you spend your days tutting at the Wii U GamePad's underwhelming battery life, then you were probably annoyed to see Nintendo launch a 2,550mAh power pack in Japan. Thankfully, however, that same spare part has now made its way over to Europe, where both UK and German gamers (let's call 'em WiiUsers) can now snag the unit. It'll set you back £25 in Blighty and €37 over in Germany, and should let you play for between five-to-eight hours between charges. Happy gaming!
Antec PowerUp 6000 offers iPad-capable portable power
Mid-June is an odd time of year. Apple's hardware refresh cycle isn't really due until October -- likely six full months away -- so you might consider picking up an external battery pack to use with your current iOS device to tide you over until then. Internal batteries drop in efficiency as devices age, and replacement prices can be a little steep. An out-of-warranty iPhone or iPad battery replacement can cost upwards of US$85 or $105 with shipping. If you're a developer, this goes double. With iOS beta season under way, mobile devices are eating up batteries in new and curious ways. This isn't uncommon, as early releases of operating systems often contain debugging processes that are removed before the system goes "gold." External battery units are becoming more affordable than ever and newer systems like the Antec PowerUp 6000 support recharging both iPhones and iPads with high-amperage USB ports. I've been using an Antec review unit for the last couple of weeks and have found it a solid performer for light-weight emergency power. The Antec is a portable pack that fits nicely into a pocket. Its design has soft edges, easy port access and a built-in indicator light. You charge it using USB (rather than, say, plugging directly into a wall socket). I've tested it with iPhones, iPads and a variety of other USB-powered devices including the Kindle Fire and Bluetooth speakers. It's a bit hard to fully review the Antec PowerUp external battery ($60 MSRP, $42 street price) as Amazon customer criticisms of the product center on it losing its mojo after a few months of continuous use. My work style doesn't include long periods of off-grid demands; I haven't regularly drained the unit and I've been pretty faithful about plugging it in at nights. A spokesperson from Antec promised to get back to us with a statement about these issues. We'll add an update when he does so. Because of these issues, TUAW does not feel comfortable recommending or not recommending the product based on our testing. Update: Antec replies, "We haven't seen that many returns or failures on the PowerUp line. In the case of those two customers on Amazon (and anyone who reports issues or problems) our tech support and customer service reach out to them to either return or replace the unit."
Props Power and Keyboard Case for iPad: review and giveaway
Remember my last keyboard case review where I told you it was going to be the last one for awhile? Well, that was before yet another manufacturer knocked on my virtual door and handed me a keyboard case. But this, my friends, is a keyboard case with a difference -- it also has a huge built-in battery pack that you can use to extend the working life of your iPad or charge your other hungry electronic devices. The name of this unit is the Props Power and Keyboard Case for iPad (US$109.95) from Digital Treasures, and I'll take you through a quick look at this case before giving it away. Design The first thing I noticed when I pulled the Props Power and Keyboard Case out of its box was how light it is. That's not expected, since this is not just a keyboard, but also has an 8000 mAh battery pack hidden inside. How heavy is it? 1.36 lbs (.62 kg). Compare that to the keyboard-only CruxSKUNK that weighed in at 1.73 lbs (.78 kg) or the ClamCase Pro at 1.56 lbs (.71 kg). That's a pleasant surprise. The Props case is similar to many of the keyboard folio cases we've reviewed, with a black bicast leather exterior with red stitching. A magnetic flap keeps the case closed for travel. The only external port is a micro-USB port for recharging. %Gallery-191246% Between the top of the keyboard and the back of the folding case are some buttons and lights. There's a button for turning on the external power if you wish to charge another device (including your iPad) -- that also serves to turn on LEDs that indicate the nearest amount of remaining capacity (25%, 50%, 75% or 100%) in the battery pack. There's also a switch for turning the keyboard on and off so it doesn't keep communicating with your iPad, and next to that a pushbutton for pairing the Props with your iPad. Two LEDs provide an indication of the pairing status and power to the keyboard. As you'd expect with a case that works with the last three generations of iPad, there's a back-facing hole in the case for the camera to peek through. There's a flap that protects the iPad screen from the keyboard when the case is closed up -- more about that in the next section. That flap also acts as a convenient wrist rest, which I think is the entire reason it was added to the Props case. Functionality Since it's quite a bit like a lot of the leather portfolios on the market, that means that the iPad is slipped into the Props from the side. It's very easy to insert and remove. The keyboard layout is pretty typical for an iPad keyboard case, with a top row of keys specific to iPad functions. One thing I thought was quite odd, though, was why Digital Treasures decided to include a Function key on the bottom row of keys, since all it does is activates Home, Page Down, Page Up, and End on the arrow pad. Those are functions that aren't widely used, especially when typing on an iPad. The keyboard has a good typing feel; most of the current crop of iPad keyboard cases are probably using a similar keyboard mechanism. Now, about the rest of the case design. As you're all well aware, most iPad cases take advantage of the magnetic auto-shutoff feature so that when the case is closed, the iPad shuts off. Open the case, the iPad turns on. That's the situation here -- but remember that wrist rest that also protects the iPad screen from the keyboard? Well, it also gets in the way of the magnetic shutoff feature. With the flap out of the way -- which isn't the way it's designed for carrying -- the magnetic shutoff works fine. WIth the flap in the recommended position, it doesn't work very well at all. The keyboard pairs easily with the iPad, although it still requires a 4-digit pairing code to be entered. I'm getting spoiled by the newer keyboards that pair without the need for a code. The iPad only works propped up in one position on the case, and there's no positive retention of the device. Other keyboard cases use either a magnet, a slot, or Velcro to hold the iPad steady -- there's no such mechanism here. Most of the time that's not an issue, but if you try using the Props Power and Keyboard Case in your lap -- say while sitting on the couch or on an airplane -- there's a good chance that even a slight movement will cause the iPad to flop over backwards and bang into your knees. It did that several times while I was writing this review. This could be rectified by putting two tiny strips of Velcro in appropriate locations on the case. As a battery pack, this case is excellent. As I mentioned earlier, it's actually lighter than other keyboard cases yet still contains an 8000 mAh battery. You can either use all of that power for 3,000 hours of uninterrupted typing (perfect during NaNoWriMo!) or to charge up other devices. Can that battery be used to top off your iPad? Certainly! There's a short micro-USB to USB connector that you plug into the case, and then you can use your favorite 30-pin Dock connector or Lightning connector cable to charge up the iPad, an iPhone or any other power-hungry device. The 4 blue LEDs give you an excellent indication of when you should stop charging all of those other devices to avoid running the battery pack out of juice. Conclusion The Props Power and Keyboard Case for iPad is a mixed bag. As a keyboard, it works fine on a desktop, but the iPad can flop over if you're using this in your lap. There's a nice wrist rest that's comfortable for typing, but it keeps the case from shutting off automatically. There's no positive mechanism for holding the iPad in place, so it can move around -- especially in a lap. But for all of the somewhat mediocre features of the case, there's one outstanding feature, and that's the 8000 mAh battery that seemingly adds no weight at all. Pros Internal 8000 mAh battery pack can be used to charge your iPad and other devices LEDs give you a positive indication of charge remaining Lightweight, even with the internal battery pack Keyboard has an excellent feel to it It's easy to put an iPad into the case or remove it Price is very reasonable for a combo battery pack / keyboard case Cons Magnetic shut-off feature is hampered by the wrist rest iPad isn't held securely into place, so it can flop over if the keyboard is used in a lap Controls for the keyboard (on/off, pairing) and power pack (on/off and level indicators) are hidden behind the iPad when in use, making them awkward to get to The addition of a Function key to the keyboard seems odd, considering it really performs no useful function Who is it for? Anyone who needs a keyboard case that they can use on a stable desktop surface and who wants the instant availability of up to 8000 mAh of battery capacity for charging devices Giveaway You've read the review; now it's time to give TUAW readers the chance to win a Props Power and Keyboard Case for iPad. Here are the rules for the giveaway: Open to legal US residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older. To enter, fill out the form below completely and click or tap the Submit button. The entry must be made before June 15, 2013 11:59PM Eastern Daylight Time. You may enter only once. One winner will be selected and will receive a Props Power and Keyboard Case for iPad valued at $109.95 Click Here for complete Official Rules. Loading...
Nokia's colorful DC-18 portable USB charger matches your phone, shoes
For the most part, battery packs have become what CD cases were in the late 90s -- generic and utilitarian. Nokia's new DC-18 portable chargers dare to be different. The sharp, tile-like designs house a modest 1,720 mAh cell, retractable micro-USB cable (that doubles as a a switch,) plus an LED battery level indicator that lights up when you extend the aforementioned appendage. It's available in four colors (red, white, yellow and blue), but only in select regions right now. No word on when and for how much, but color-coordinators can keep pinging the source to find out.
