I got the Innergie Magic Cable Trio instead since it has 3 tips (Mini USB, Micro USB & Apple 30-pin connector) whereas the Innergie Magic Cable Duo has only 2 tips (Micro USB & Apple 30-pin connector).

You must be wondering since they are priced the same, one has 3 tips and the other has 2 tips, why don’t we just get the 3 tips one instead. This is where the length of the cable comes in. The length of the Innergie Magic Cable Trio is freaking short (20cm) where as Innergie Magic Cable Duo is 4 times longer (79cm)!

The build of the Innergie Magic Cable Duo/Trio is even better than the build of the Innergie Magic Cable – Multi-Tip USB Cable and I would say the build is similar to the official Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable.

The Apple 30-pin connector fits perfectly to my iPhone 4S, something which Deal Extreme‘s version of any Apple 30-pin connector cable can never do!

I would say this cable is very well worth SGD$26.10 considering the official Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable already cost SGD$28.

Innergie Magic Cable Trio – Box Front

Innergie Magic Cable Trio

Innergie Magic Cable Trio – Micro USB On Nokia Lumia 800

Innergie Magic Cable Trio – Apple 30-pin Connector On Apple iPhone 4S

In case you are wondering, Innergie is popular for universal adapters for laptops.

This particular model of the Magic Cable comes with 2 tips, 1 for Micro USB and the other for Mini USB. Also the cable is retractable.

Despite being expensive, the build quality is pretty good. It is not as flimsy as those retractable cables that I bought from Deal Extreme.

And yes, there is a clone of Innergie Magic Cable on Deal Extreme which is called “Multifunction 3-in-1 Retractable Charging Adapter – Black“, it is a 3-in-1 cable instead of 2-in-1 as it contains the extra Apple 30-pin connector. Just for comparison, I did placed an order for that on 4th February 2012 since it is only USD$5 with free shipping to any country in the world. I will post about it when I received it 1 month later (Deal Extreme takes freaking long to ship).

Innergie Magic Cable – Multi-Tip USB Cable – Box Front

Innergie Magic Cable – Multi-Tip USB Cable

Innergie Magic Cable – Multi-Tip USB Cable – Mini USB Tip

Innergie Magic Cable – Multi-Tip USB Cable – Plugged-in

I am using it to anchor my LAN cable that I placed on my desk. The Bluelounge Sumo cost USD$11.95 (SGD$15.13).

Box

Bluelounge Sumo

Bluelounge Sumo (Bottom View)

On My Table

I paid USD$25 + USD$10 shipping (total: USD$35) for it. It was shipped on the week of 5th September 2011 and I received it on the 27th September 2011.

Pre-Orders One OneLessDrop: Kickstarter Edition. Plus, access to project updates to include “Making of” footage as it happens. Includes US domestic shipping. Outside the continental US? Please pledge an additional $10.

OneLessDrop is actually a cable holder/anchor that allows you to hold 2 cables at one time, one at the top groove and one at the bottom groove. You can use the top groove to hold your Apple MagSafe Cable and the bottom groove to hold your Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable.

Packaging

OneLessDrop

OneLessDrop (Bottom View)

Top Groove (Apple MagSafe Cable)

Top Groove (Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable)

If you just ship the Extra Connectors to Singapore, it cost USD$2.53 (~SGD$3.07) for USPS (First Class Mail International Parcels). Since I am already buying the Bluelounge MiniDock, I just need to top up USD$1 more for the shipping cost.

Box Front

Micro USB

Plugge Into The Sanctuary

CableBox #4 Before

CableBox #4 (Room Power Strips)

CableBox #3 (Computer)

CableBox #2 (Television)

CableBox #1 (Router/Switch/NAS)

CableBox Mini #1 Before

CableBox Mini #1 (Fiber Internet)

I also saw the Notebook Kit being sold at EpiCentre at Ion Orchard for SGD$39 (after 10% member’s discount is SGD$35.10) which is slightly more expensive than Design Museum Shop. Challenger at IMM on the other hand is selling for SGD$29 (after 10% member’s discount is SGD$26.10) which is the cheapest among the three shops.

The Bluelounge Notebook Kit consist of the Bluelounge Cool Feet and 2x Bluelounge Cableyoyo (silver) and a free red carrying pouch for the Cool Feet.

Check out my previous blog post on the Bluelounge Cool Feet and Bluelounge Cableyoyo!

Box

Box Contents Nicely Packed

Box Contents

I did a search on HardwareZone Forums and saw some posts saying they got it from iStudio. I went to a few iStudio shops around town and could not find it. If I happened to find it, I will update this post again with the location of the shop and the price.

The Cableyoyo is slightly similar to the Bluelounge POP except that it is meant to wind slightly thicker cables like the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable and it does not have a suction cup but instead there is an adhesive sticker at the back for you to stick behind your computer monitor/casing.

Front View

Side View

Usage Of Cableyoyo

Challenger also does sell the Bluelounge CableBox Mini and it is cheaper, for SGD$34.90 (after member’s discount is SGD$31.41) but they have only 3 colours available which is Pink, Blue and Yellow. I needed white to match my white Huawei Optical Network Terminal (ONT) and Huawei Residential Gateway (RG). Design Museum Shop does sells all colors of CableBox Mini.

The reason for getting the CableBox Mini instead of the normal CableBox is because the normal CableBox is too long to be placed on top my Dry Cabinet which is located in the living room. The price difference between the mini and normal CableBox is about SGD$15.

Bluelounge CableBox Mini

Size Comparsion

Before

After

The Bluelounge POP is essentially a cable winder that makes use of suction cup to attached itself to the back of your gadget as long as the surface at the back is smooth. Once it is attached, you can wind the wires of your headphone around it.

The package also comes with clear adhesive and gloss plate for you to paste at the back of your gadget if it does not have a smooth back.

It also comes with 10 decorative decals for you to stick on your Bluelounge POP which the color black may look dull for some users.

Bluelounge POP Packaging

Bluelounge POP

Bluelounge POP Attached To iPhone 4

Packaging Front

Comes With 6 CableDrop

Usage Of CableDrop

All 3 Sizes

CableClips

• Large comes with 2 Clips
• Medium comes with 4 Clips
• Small comes with 6 clips

Usage Of Small Clip

Usage Of Medium Clip

Usage Of Large Clip

Retractable iPhone, Mini USB, Micro USB Cable

Got the Retractable USB to iPhone/iPod/Mini USB/Micro USB Data & Charging Cable (70CM-Length) from Dealextreme for USD$7.20. I saw the same cable selling for SGD$29.90 at Challenger!

Retractable Network Cable (RJ45)

Retractable Network Cable (RJ45)

Got the Network Retractable Cable for USD$1.81 from Dealextreme as well.

In Singapore you can find both the black and white color at Challenger (Funan) or at EpiCentre@Ion Orchard retailing for SGD$49.90 (Member’s Price: SGD$44.91).

Do note that at most you can only fit in a 5-Socket (3-Pin) Power Strip into this CableBox. I got a 6-Socket Power Strip and it is too long for the box. Too bad the CableBox does not come in a larger size. However, they do come in a smaller size, take a look at Bluelounge CableBox Mini.

CableBox

CableBox Open

CableBox With 3-Socket Power Strip

CableBox Under Table

The freebies include the delicious Motorola SURFboard SB6120 and free 12 months subscription of Norton 360 All-In-One Security Package Version 3.

Box – Front View

Box – Back View

Contents

Modem – Front/Back View

Modem – Side View

In Action

It takes about 3 to 4 working days to activate the service. 100Mbps (12.5MBps) downstream and 10Mbps(1.25MBps) upstream here I come!

Offering a mobile broadband service since 2006, M1 will become a full fledged broadband player when it introduces M1 Fixed Broadband from tomorrow.

M1 Fixed Broadband is available to all homes with cable access points or which are cable ready. The service is capable of achieving download speeds of up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 2 Mbps.

“M1 is repositioning itself for the future as it develops new businesses anchored on our core competencies. The launch of M1 Fixed Broadband is an important step in our planned transformation from a single-play mobile operator to a dynamic multi-play operator with interests in both the mobile and fixed sectors. The proliferation of the Internet and the increasing demand for Internet bandwidth also make this an opportune entry into the fixed broadband market,” said Neil Montefiore, Chief Executive Officer of M1.

M1 will launch its fixed broadband service with four unlimited data plans based on varying Internet access speeds. Providing customers faster speeds for less, the monthly subscription fee starts from as low as $40.60 for existing M1 customers*. Customers will also be offered a plug-and-play cable modem as part of the launch promotion when they sign up for the service.

Promotional Price

• 10 Mbps $43.50/month
• 15 Mbps $58.50/month
• 30 Mbps $73.50/month
• 100 Mbps $88.50/month

Promotional Price for existing M1 customers

• 10 Mbps $40.60/month
• 15 Mbps $50.70/month
• 30 Mbps $63.70/month
• 100 Mbps $76.70/month

Usual Price

• 10 Mbps $58/month
• 15 Mbps $78/month
• 30 Mbps $98/month
• 100 Mbps $118/month

Those who wish to sign up for the M1 Fixed Broadband service can call at any M1 shop or visit www.m1.com.sg/broadband for more information.

* Existing M1 customers eligible for the additional discounts refers to existing postpaid customers on selected M1 Mobile Plans and Mobile Broadband plans

Source: Hardware Zone Forums