Kensington, a worldwide leader in delivering smart. safe. simple.™ mobile accessories offers fun, functional, grab and go products that will keep your most valuable technology devices charged, protected and easily packed everywhere your journey takes you this summer season.
Don’t get “burned” this summer by not having the travel gadget companions you need to always stay connected to your smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer. Cruising to Colorado, flying to France or just primping by the pool – Kensington has you covered with a variety of accessories customized for your “I can’t leave home without it” devices. We’ve selected our personal favorites -- including a checkpoint friendly backpack, a water rescue pouch to save water damaged devices and a car charger to simultaneously charge two iPads. Just a few of the clever essentials to lighten the travel load!
Kensington Travel Essentials for Summer 2013
Kensington Contour™ Overnight Backpack (K62594AM; SRP $99.99) – The backpack that flies through security! The checkpoint friendly Kensington Contour Overnight Backpack allows you to pass through security without having to remove your laptop. Simply unzip the backpack, lay it flat and let it pass through the X-ray machine. There’s a built-in liquids pouch, too. When it comes out the other side, give the Contour Backpack one quick zip and go. It’s also the perfect size for airline travel whether on a quick business trip or overnighter. You’ll find plenty of room for clothes, laptop and your business essentials without being too bulky.
Kensington KeyFolio™ Pro 2 Removable Keyboard, Case & Stand for iPad® mini (K39755US; $79.99): The Kensington KeyFolio™ Pro 2 for iPad mini provides a high-performance removable keyboard optimized for the touch typist. Built-in Bluetooth® technology delivers wireless operation and one button set-up. A secured Velcro® fastener ensures tablet vertical stability with viewing angles from 70˚ to 20˚. The leather-like case is not only durable but elegant and stylish, too. This lightweight 3-in-1 design is optimized for travel plus protects your iPad mini from wear and scratches.
Kensington Proximity Tag (K39771US; SRP $39.99) – More than 70 million smartphones are reported lost or stolen each year. The Proximity Tag is a must-have for any Samsung Galaxy S® III and Galaxy Note® II user. It’s an App-enabled proximity monitoring system that allows you to know where your Smartphone and other valuables are at all times so you’ll never have to worry again about leaving your Smartphone and valuables behind. Use it to track your keys, camera, briefcase, handbag—anything you never want to worry about losing again. And the robust and ultra-slim Tag design fits easily into your wallet for convenience and ease of use. Also, available for iPhone with the Kensington Proximo Starter Kit.
Kensington SafeGrip™ Rugged Carry Case and Stand for iPad or iPad mini (K67793AM; $54.99; K67795AM; $49.99) -- Don’t lose a minute of keeping the kids busy due to a broken iPad. Kids will be kids and that means sensitive electronic devices can take a real beating. The SafeGrip preserves everything kids love about the iPad, while adding rugged, padded protection. It also adds features kids need, like a burly handle made for kid-sized hands that not only prevent drops and accidents but even doubles as a handy two-position stand for viewing and typing.
Kensington PowerBolt™ 4.2 Dual Fast Charge (K39576AM; $34.99) – Consider PowerBolt 4.2 the gadget road trip extraordinaire! It can charge two iPads® from one auto power outlet -- and quickly. It can also safely charge your iPod®, iPhone® or iPad® mini (simply use your own Lightning to USB cable for iPod nano®, iPod touch® or iPhone 5) because PowerBolt will only deliver the Amps it needs and no more! Kensington conveniently includes two detachable 30-pin USB cables to charge your iPad or iPhone.
Kensington EVAP Wet Electronics Rescue Pouch (K39723AM; $19.99) – Dunks, drops and doh’s! Rescue your wet electronics before it’s too late! Studies show that two out of three people will get their smartphone wet. For a fraction of that cost, you can rescue your wet electronics with the Kensington EVAP kit. EVAP contains a unique drying agent that safely removes the moisture from sensitive electronics preventing damage while restoring use -- fast!
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About Kensington
Kensington is a leading provider of desktop and mobile device accessories, trusted by IT, educators, business and home office professionals around the world for more than 35 years. Kensington products empower people to dynamically interact with content, creating a better working experience for productive performance. In both office and mobile environments, Kensington’s extensive portfolio of award-winning products provides trusted security, desktop productivity innovations, and ergonomic well-being. Our core competencies in engineering, industrial design, product quality and responsive customer support make Kensington The Professionals’ Choice™.
Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Kensington operates as the technology division of ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO), one of the world’s largest designers, marketers and manufacturers of branded business, academic and consumer products, sold in more than 100 countries across the globe.
Kensington is the inventor and worldwide leader in laptop security locks, the acknowledged leader of Trackball innovation and offers a broad range of premium-branded desktop productivity solutions.