New Panamax Power360 Series Protects And Powers All Household Electronics, And Delivers Easy USB Charging

Consumers outfit our homes with more electronic devices than ever before, including expensive TVs, cable boxes, home theater systems, WiFi routers, computers, tablets and smartphones. And while we may not always think of it, every time we plug a device into an outlet there is the possibility of too much or too little power going to the device, and the last thing we want is a broken TV!

No one knows this better than Panamax, the country’s pre-eminent designer and manufacturer of electronic and electrical protection, filtration and control products. For almost 40 years Panamax has earned a reputation for creating unique solutions for the worldwide problem of power disturbances, has earned numerous industry awards for the quality of their products and is consistently rated #1 among custom installers.

Now the legendary Panamax protection is available to all in the new Power360 series. This affordably priced retail product line is designed to protect and charge all electronic devices.

Leading the way in the new Power360 Series is the Power360 Dock. This wall-mounted charging station delivers the Panamax “Circle of Protection” to connected devices while serving as a convenient USB charging station for smartphones and tablets. For just $39.95, the 360 Dock turns a normal power outlet into a serious power station with six surge-protected 120V outlets plus two 2 amp USB charger feeding two ports. The ingenious design also features two precision slots on top of the unit that allows consumers to rest a smartphone or tablet while charging, reducing clutter and eliminating anxiety about charging cables being too short.

And what is the Circle of Protection? Included in every product in the Power360 line, it provides consumers with three vital pieces of information in real-time, right on the front of the unit. The Protection indicator ensures that connected devices are protected from power surges. The Voltage indicator confirms that the Power360 product is operating correctly and delivering the right amount of power, and the Wiring indicator shows that the home’s wiring is performing safely.

The $59.95 Power360 SIX power strip is designed for computer desks and home theater setups, providing six side-by-side surge protected outlets, an integrated 2 amp USB charger with two ports, plus a coaxial in/out connection that protects the signal for the cable or satellite box. What makes this power strip stand out is the USB charger that can be extended to the tabletop with a micro USB cable, delivering ultimate flexibility that allows consumers to easily charge desktop devices without having to get on their hands and knees to plug them in. The SIX also features mounting holes so it can be fastened to a wall for convenience.

For larger workstations, or areas with a lot of devices, the $79.95 Power360 EIGHT combines eight surge-protected outlets with two detachable USB chargers, each with two ports for a total of four USB charging connections, plus the coaxial in/out for signal protection. It is shorter and wider than the SIX, and can similarly be mounted to a wall for convenience.

“With the introduction of the Panamax Power360 Series we really are bringing ‘power to the people,’” John Benz, Core Brands Director of Power emphasized today.  “Designed to look as good as they perform, and priced for retail, the Panamax Power360 Series will change the way consumers view protection and USB charging in their homes.  The era of poor performing, commodity power protection is over.”

For more information about the new Panamax Power360 Series, visit www.panamax.com/power360. 

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WHOOSH! Screen Shine Is Now Available in 2,500 Walmart Stores!

Made in America, next-generation screen cleaner is the ideal stocking stuffer choice for consumers who want to practice good tech hygiene!

WHOOSH! Inc., the three-year old start-up that is making tech hygiene a global issue, today announced that its next-generation screen cleaner, WHOOSH! Screen Shine, is now available in more than 2,500 Walmart stores — in time for the holiday gift giving season now underway.

According to WHOOSH! Inc. CEO Jason Greenspan, gaining distribution in Walmart follows the company’s other distribution successes this year, which include being carried in all North American Apple stores, as well as in Target Canada, Staples Canada, Canadian Tire, and Shoppers Drug Mart stores.

“We are honored to have WHOOSH! now available to Wal-Mart customers,” Greenspan said today. “Wal-Mart customers are looking for better, safer, American-made products, and we are happy to provide the best and non-toxic screen cleaning solution to meet their needs. More than 5,000 retail locations now carry WHOOSH! Screen Shine and the sell-through has been very strong. More and more retailers are getting the message that consumers already understand — tech hygiene matters just as much as regularly washing your hands!”

WHOOSH! Screen Shine is the next generation screen cleaner that is made with non-toxic and biodegradable surfactants instead of with harsh chemicals that can damage mobile devices and pose a threat to health. Leveraging the latest advancements in formula development, WHOOSH! is specifically developed to be a safe yet powerful cleaning solution that cleans screens and makes them shine like new while leaving an ultra-thin invisible coating that provides a resistance to dirt build-up, smudges, and fingerprints.  WHOOSH! does not contain alcohol, acids, ammonia, chlorine, petroleum distillates, phosphates or volatile organic compounds.  

WHOOSH! Screen Cleaner made its debut at CES 2014 where it became the only screen and device cleaner to be awarded two coveted CES Innovations Design & Engineering Awards.

WHOOSH! Screen Shine is available in a number of sizes:  Pocket (.3 fluid ounces) for $5.99, Go (1 fluid ounce) for $9.99, and Duo+ (one 3.4 fluid ounces and one .3 fluid ounces) is for a suggested retail price of $19.99.  All sizes come with a 6”x6” W! micro-fiber cloth. WHOOSH is also available for the commercial, hospitality, industrial, and education markets.

Mobile Lifestyles Now Require That Consumers Practice Good Tech Hygiene!

As much as 82 percent of all touchscreens are contaminated with bacteria, which is why consumers need to use WHOOSH! Screen Shine to keep their screens and devices clean and shining like new.

In today’s mobile world, the importance of maintaining personal cleanliness doesn’t end with the washing of our hands.  It now has to extend to the regular cleaning of our mobile devices, according to Jason Greenspan, CEO of WHOOSH! Inc.  “Research from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine at the University of London indicates that 82 percent of mobile phones have some form of bacterial contamination, making it more important than ever before to keep the screens of our most frequently used devices clean by practicing safe and effective tech hygiene.”

According to Greenspan, WHOOSH! Screen Shine is the most advanced non-toxic, streak-free screen cleaning solution that safely cleans screens while keeping them shining like new and resistant to fingerprints and smudges.  It’s also the only screen and device cleaner that has won a 2014 CES Innovations Design & Engineering Award, is certified by the Sharp STAR Program for use on Sharp AQUOS BOARD interactive displays, and carries a ‘Safe for Your Screen’ guarantee.*

WHOOSH! Screen Shine is made with non-toxic and biodegradable surfactants instead of with harsh chemicals that can not only damage your device but harm your health.  The solution’s proprietary formula also leaves an ultra-thin invisible coating that resists dirt build-up, smudges, and fingerprints.  WHOOSH! does not contain alcohol, acides, ammonia, chlorine, petroleum distillates, phosphates or volatile organic compounds.

So just how dirty are our mobile devices?  According to Greenspan, plenty dirty.  “The average cell phone is up to ten times dirtier than a toilet seat, according to Yahoo!”

In a Wall Street Journal article published last year, Dr. Jeffrey Cain, President of the American Academy of Family Physicians, said, “People are just as likely to get as sick from their phones as they are from handles in the bathroom.”  The article goes on to state that even some cleaners marketed specifically for mobile devices can damage the screen coating, which isn’t an issue for WHOOSH! because it is guaranteed not to harm or damage your screen when used as directed. 

“More people touch more devices than ever before and this reality requires all of us to extend our personal hygiene practices to our mobile devices,” Greenspan emphasized.  “If we wash our hands several times a day, and we should, then we should do the same with our mobile devices.  That’s how important the practice of good tech hygiene is.”

Greenspan points to a number of other studies that reinforce his argument for good tech hygiene. CBC Canada did a report on researchers at St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton who measured the types of organic material left behind on phones.  Manager of Infection Control Anne Bialachowski found everything from fecal matter to E.Coli on mobile device screens.  Additionally, a video demonstration posted last year by Mashable asserted that as many as 25,107 bacteria were present per square-inch on cell phone screens.  By comparison a pet food dish held 2,110 bacteria per square-inch and a retail checkout screen held 4,500 bacteria per square-inch. 

“The bottom line is that most people don’t think about how dirty their device screens get, but they should because their health depends upon it to a greater and greater extent,” Greenspan explains.  “The good news is that they can do something about it every day — practice good tech hygiene.”

WHOOSH! Screen Shine is currently available in 3 sizes at www.whooshscreenshine.com: Pocket (.3 fluid ounce) for $5.99, Go (1 fluid ounce) for $9.99, and Duo (one 3.4 fluid ounces and one .3 fluid ounce) for $19.99. All sizes come with a 6”x6” WHOOSH! micro-fiber antimicrobial cloth. WHOOSH! is currently available for sale in Apple retail stores, Fry’s Electronics, Adorama Camera and at many wireless stores across North America, as well as online at apple.com and Amazon.com. WHOOSH is also available for the commercial, industrial, and education markets.  

Trident Case® Introduces Its First Ever Qi-Enabled Case and Charger Series, Offering Wireless Charging For Mobile Devices

Furthering its commitment to provide the most innovative accessories for every mobile device, Trident Case® announced the introduction of the expanded Electra Series with a new line of wireless chargers and cases that leverages Qi inductive charging technology to wirelessly charge mobile devices. The series comprises five wireless chargers and two Qi-capable cases.

“We are proud to announce our membership with the Wireless Power Consortium to develop and introduce wireless chargers for Trident Case users,” Trident Vice President of Marketing Vickie Achee said. “Inductive charging eliminates the need for a power cord or battery replacement, making devices more convenient. Now, Trident users can charge their mobile devices with any one of our five easy-to-use chargers that use Qi wireless charging technology.”

Since some devices are not Qi-compatible, Trident Case also introduced a line of Electra Qi cases that enables Apple®’s iPhone® 4/4S and iPhone 5/5S, and Samsung®’s  Galaxy S® IV to wirelessly charge with Trident’s new Qi accessories. The Apple iPhone 4/4S Qi Electra case, the Apple iPhone 5/5S Qi Electra case and the Samsung Galaxy S IV Qi Electra case enable users to charge their devices by simply placing them on the Electra wireless charging pads. The cases also feature a sleek outer-framework that encloses the device and provides protection. A self-applicable screen protector helps to keep the device’s screen in optimal condition.

For Qi-capable mobile devices, Trident’s new Dual Wireless Charging Pad enables users to charge their phone by placing it directly on top of a soft-touch polycarbonate charging pad. It has enough room to charge two devices at once, plus a convenient media stand that allows angling at 20 degrees and 45 degrees while anti-skid feet keep the charging pad in place. The pad supports all Qi-compatible one amp devices, including smartphones, digital cameras, mp3 players and more. Similarly, the Single Wireless Charging Pad offers the same capabilities for one mobile device at a time. The pad includes an indicator light, as well as an anti-skid ribbon and anti-skid feet to keep the device in place while charging.

While on the go, mobile device users can bring Trident’s Wireless Portable Power 4000 to ensure that their devices remain charged in the absence of an outlet. The portable Qi charger comes equipped with a rechargeable 4000 mAh lithium polymer battery and an LED light to indicate the mobile device’s charging status. Users can place a Qi-compatible mobile device on top of the pad, or plug any USB-chargeable device into the side USB port.

Designed to provide drivers with a portable charging station, Trident’s Wireless Charging Cup Holder enables users to wirelessly charge their devices by sliding their Qi-equipped device into an opening slit at the top of the charger. Also supporting one amp devices, the small and compact design makes the product compatible with most standard in-vehicle cup holders.

For non Qi-enabled mobile devices, Trident’s Wireless Charging Adapter includes permanently connected micro-USB and lightning charging cables for compatibility with all of today’s most popular devices. The adapter works with the Qi-equipped Wireless Charging Pad to charge non-compatible Qi devices portably. The charging adapter also features a green LED light that indicates that the adapter is wirelessly connected to the pad and is transmitting power.

Achee asserts that wireless charging offers many benefits to mobile device users, as Qi cases eliminate the need for a power cord or battery replacement while ensuring that phones sustain battery throughout the day. “Wireless chargers also reduce energy costs by leveraging the ability to power multiple devices from a single source,” she said.

Qi (pronounced Chee) is an interface standard developed by the Wireless Power Consortium for inductive electrical power transfer, designed to deliver the best user experience and offer the most innovative charging method on the market.

Qi utilizes inductive charging, which is a method of moving power wirelessly. In order to transfer power, a power-generating source system is placed near a power storing system. An electromagnetic field is generated between the two objects, and power then moves from one system to the other.

Qi is also fully compatible, meaning that any phone or device carrying the Qi logo will work with any charging surface that also carries the Qi logo. Qi-enabled devices include the Blackberry Z30, Google Nexus 7, LG G2, HTC Droid and many more. 

Trident Case is a member of the Wireless Power Consortium, with products in the process of being officially approved. All approved Trident Case products will be added to the Wireless Power Consortium website for consumers and businesses to verify authenticity.

Trident Case offers six series of protective carrying solutions providing one, two, or three layers of protection: Kraken A.M.S. Series, Aegis Series, Cyclops Series, Perseus A.M.S. Series, Electra Series, and Apollo Series. All Trident cases use bio-enhanced, plastic based products that are recyclable, compostable, and degradable. Trident cases are manufactured in the USA.