Chic Accessory Line Unveiled in the North Hall, Grand Lobby, Lower Level Meeting Room 1035L
New York – January 7, 2011 – 4i Concepts, a New York-based company that develops unique accessories for iDevices, will debut three innovative products at CES designed to enhance versatility and sophistication for everyday users of iPhones, iPads and Nanos.
The second generation 4iThumbs, a revolutionary overlay screen with ridges to guide iPhone users’ thumbs for accurate text input, will debut at the show. Providing tactile feedback similar to a QWERTY keypad, the invisible design allows for blind typing on touchscreen interfaces while protecting the face of the phone, without blocking any portion of the screen. Improved from the first generation design, which launched in November 2009, 4iThumbs2 can be removed and stored on the back of the phone when not in use and requires no installation. Designed for iPhones 3G/S and 4 and iPod Touch, it comes in both landscape and portrait versions, available with just the keypad (4iThumbs2, $12.95) or with a bumper compatible with the iPhone 4 to securely hold the keypad in place (4iThumbs2+, $24.95).
Also being unveiled is the patented 4iStrap, a multi-function elastic band designed to hold the iPad securely in a variety of different positions to increase utility. Compatible with all folio iPad cases, the 4iStrap affords users the ability to type more comfortably, hold their device with one hand or hang their iPad safely from the back of a car seat to display movies to passengers during long car trips. The 4iStrap ($19.95) can also be used without a case and conveniently holds any small accessories for the iPad like earphones or an internet hotspot.
The third product, the 4iTorq, transforms the iPod Nano into an elegant watch. These luxury wristbands are an authentic solution for
listening to music on-the-go, providing full access to all Nano functions, while concealing headphone cables up the wearer’s sleeve to remain discreet and elegant. The 4iTorq will be available in colored aluminum finishes ($49.95), stainless steel ($95.95) and titanium ($250). The 4iTorq can also be used with wireless Bluetooth headphones that are compatible with iPods (such as Sony’s Wireless Stereo Headset DR-BT21IK/B).
“As an early adopter and avid supporter of Apple’s technology, I’m always striving to pioneer novel accessories that enhance functionality without compromising design,” said Jerry Rosengarten, Founder of 4i Concepts. “After a highly successful launch of 4iThumbs at Macworld Expo in 2010, we’re expanding our solutions-based accessory line to cater to a broader range of iDevice users.”
Mr. Rosengarten boasts a distinguished career as an entrepreneur, investor and real estate developer, serving at the helm of a variety of projects, including New City Theater Building and the Bowery Hotel in New York. He also owns and operates the Stand4 Restaurant, winner of Burger Bash ’09, and is credited with the creation of the leisure suit.
The new line of Apple accessories from 4i Concepts will be on display in the North Hall’s Grand Lobby, Lower Level Meeting Room 1035L from January 6-9. To make an appointment to speak with Mr. Rosengarten, contact Jennifer Reiss at 305-576-1171, ext. 44, or via e-mail at jenniferreiss@maxborgesagency.com.
About 4i Concepts
Founded in 2009, 4i Concepts pioneers innovative accessories that maximize the functionality and user experience of Apple products. 4i Concept’s product line includes 4iThumbs2, the only tactile ridged screen to guide typing on the iPhone, 4iTorq, a luxurious, jewelry-quality wristband for the iPod Nano, and 4iStrap, a stylish, multi-function elastic band designed to improve versatility when using the iPad.
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