Merchandise Monday: New in Bluetooth®

Technology advances so quickly, sometimes it’s hard to keep up! Here at Hinda, we’re always adding great new electronic items to our assortment. This week, we thought we’d feature a few new Bluetooth® items – some of them rather unique. With Father’s Day and graduation and wedding seasons all rapidly approaching, these items would certainly make great gifts for anyone on your list – or why not treat yourself to something new for no reason at all!

Bell’O Speaker Mantel Shelf with Bluetooth® for 42/50/60-inch TV

The large sound cavity, selectable inputs and Bluetooth® wireless technology featured in the Speaker Mantel Shelf provides the perfect dynamic for a rewarding listening experience and the beautiful espresso color compliments any interior design scheme.

Bose® SoundLink® Bluetooth® Speaker III Cover

Designed specifically to protect the curved edges of the aluminum body of the SoundLink® Bluetooth® Speaker III from scratches or abrasions, these covers are rugged yet stylish. A durable side zipper makes dressing up your speaker easy and a variety of colors shows off your style.

Bulova® Bluetooth® Astor Clock

This mid-century modern mantel clock features a wooden case, ebony oak veneer and silver accents. The incorporated Bluetooth® wireless speaker system lets you stream any type of programming from a smart phone or tablet. Works with Android™ or IOS® software.

Bulova® Bluetooth® Mantel Clock

The graceful curves, polished finish and natural wood grain of this mantel clock add elegance to any home’s décor. The Bluetooth® wireless speaker system lets you stream any type of programming from a smart phone or tablet and hear it from the clock. Quartz movement.

iDevices iGrill Mini Bluetooth® Smart Meat Thermometer

Using this Bluetooth® Smart grilling thermometer, you'll know when your food is ready from your mobile device. Choose from dozens of preset temperature alarms or create your own in the iDevices Connected app based on what you're grilling or smoking and head back inside while your meat cooks.

JBL® Portable Bluetooth® Speaker

The Portable Bluetooth® Speaker feature 7.5W per channel, dual 1.8" transducers with twin passive bass radiators and bass port, digital signal processing, social media mode so up to three people can share music, rechargeable lithium ion battery with up to 12 hours of playback and much more.

LG Electronics 5.1-Channel 1000W 3D Bluetooth® Smart Home Theater System

This Bluetooth® Smart Home Theater System features four tallboy speakers, 3D Blu-ray™ playback and private sound mode. The system is compatible with a variety of audio, video and disc formats. The package includes a remote control, batteries, FM antenna and speaker cable.

LG Electronics Tone+™ Wireless Bluetooth® Stereo Headset

Enjoy a high quality audio experience in stereo sound with the convenience of Bluetooth® technology. Up to 15 hours of talk time and 10 hours of listening time keep you connected socially and musically while at home, at the office or on the go. Wear around the neck for all-day comfort. 

Merchandise Monday: Trade Show Photo Bonanza!

During the past couple of weeks, the Hinda merchandise team hit the trade show floors at the International CES and PPAI Expo and they reported back with some pretty cool new stuff! For this week’s Merchandise Monday column, we thought we’d let the items speak for themselves.

The PPAI Expo was just last week – January 11-15 in Las Vegas.

Bugatti bags held all the swag given out at this year’s Golden Globes®!

Collegiate products from Dooney & Bourke

New bags for ladies (as well as backpacks) from Victorinox

An assortment of watches at the Wenger® booth

A sweet take on the Batmobile! (Disclaimer: this probably won’t be available in Hinda’s assortment.)

CES was also in Vegas on January 6-9. Be sure to check out our previous post from CES, as well!

Wall-mountable fireplaces from Bell’O®

Fitbit®’s array of fitness tracking devices and…

… Tory Burch for Fitbit 

Intel® RealSense™ Technology puts you in control – without the need for controllers!

Lenses galore at Nikon

The Parrot® Pot waters your plants so you don’t have to remember.

Trying out Samsung®’s Oculus virtual reality headset

Be sure to check out our Facebook page for even more photos from the show floor. As always, we won’t know which of these products we’ll be adding to our assortment for some time, so stay tuned to Hinda Blog for updates on these and other great new items in our continuously expanding awards collection!

CES So Far...

It’s only Day Two of the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, but Hinda’s merchandise team has already reported back with lots of great pictures and info about the cool new tech they’re seeing on the show floor. Here are just a few of the highlights – in no particular order – with more to come!

 Samsung®’s Galaxy Tab® S display featuring Marvel’s Avengers

Relatively new to the US market, TCL has been doing extremely well at Hinda. The company offers affordable price points and its line of Roku TV is hot. Here TCL is showcasing its Curved 4K TVs.

Load up your own beverages with the Chill personal soda machine from Hisense.

Not just a camera company anymore, Canon® showcases its Connected Home.

The Polaroid Fotobar offers “Instant Printification.”

Virtual Fitting Solutions from Toshiba

Headphones are big at Panasonic®!

Crosley®’s old-school booth proves vinyl is popular as ever.

Check out our Facebook  page for more images from the show floor at CES!

Consumer Electronics Show Opens in Vegas

The 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is underway in Las Vegas, where 160,000 visitors and 3,500 exhibitors will flock to check out and showcase the latest and greatest in consumer electronics. According to USA Today, anticipated highlights inlude drones, 4K TVs, app-based entertainment and high-tech cars. CES runs through Friday and Hinda is on the show floor reporting on cool new gadgets and tech trends, so stay tuned for updates this week!

Merchandise Monday: Cyber Monday Gadget Gifts!

With the biggest shopping day of the year behind us, it's time for the biggest online shopping day of the year - Cyber Monday! To honor the "cyber" part of Cyber Monday, we're focusing on a selection of great new electronic gadgets that have recently been added to Hinda's assortment. From tablets to music to GPS and photography, Hinda's got the gamut of tech your whole family wants!

Amazon Fire HD 8-inch 8GB Tablet

This powerful, full-featured HD tablet features a beautiful 8" HD display with over a million pixels, fast quad-core processor up to 1.5 GHz, rear-facing 5 MP camera and front-facing HD camera and Amazon Underground, a one-of-a-kind app store experience for apps, games and even in-app items that are actually free. Who wouldn’t want to unwrap this?

Amazon Kindle eReader

As a dedicated e-reader, Kindle lets you indulge your love of reading without interruptions like email alerts and push notifications. A glare-free, touchscreen interface makes it easier to use features like Goodreads, Dictionary, highlighting and more on a screen that looks like real paper.

Bosch® Power Box™ 360 Jobsite AM/FM Stereo with Digital Media Bay

Power through your busy workday with 360-degree stereo sound featuring digital signal processing, an integrated subwoofer and digital media bay. Other features include USB port, rugged aluminum roll cage and charger/battery bay that charges Bosch® 14.4V-18V li-ion battery packs.

Brookstone® 3-in-1 USB Stylus

Sometimes you need a pen. Other times, a stylus or a flash drive. Why carry all three? This 3-in-1 tablet stylus lets you jot notes, navigate touch screens or store pictures and documents effortlessly. You’ll always have the right tool for any job without carrying extra gear. Makes a great stocking stuffer!

Garmin® Nuvi® 55LM GPS Bundle

For driving directions on the road, put away the smartphone and power on your nüvi®. nüvi is an easy-to-use, dedicated GPS navigator that does not rely on cellular signals and is unaffected by cellular dead zones. nüvi provides easy-to-follow, spoken turn-by-turn directions with street names and features a bright, 5” dual-orientation display for use horizontally or vertically. 

GoPro® Head Strap + QuickClip Mount for GoPro® Camera

Fully adjustable to fit all sizes, the head strap can be worn over a helmet or directly on your head to capture footage from a headlamp-like perspective. The QuickClip enables ultra compact, low-profile mounting – attach your GoPro® to a backwards baseball cap for use during non-impact activities.

iHome® On-Ear Foldable Headphones with Pouch

Enjoy great sound and style anywhere thanks to these headphones. They fold up and fit into the included travel pouch for added portability. Features include detailed, dynamic sound with enhanced bass response, padded ear cushions and a padded and adjustable headband for custom fit.

Sony® PS4™/PS3™ Gold Wireless Stereo Headset

Elevate your gaming experience with customizable game modes created by developers exclusively for PlayStation®. Experience everything from big booms to whisper-quiet warnings in stunning 7.1 virtual surround sound and chat with friends through the hidden noise cancelling microphone.

Vivitar® Digital Video Camcorder Kit

The Digital Video Camcorder Kit features 4x digital zoom, 2” LCD screen and 720p HD recording. The kit includes a padded case, 4GB SD card, SD card reader, tripod, rechargeable lithium battery with charger and Vivitar® Experience software package. Accepts SD and SDHC memory card formats.

Wagan® iOnBoost™ V6

The iOnBoost™ V6 jump starter utilizes lithium-polymer battery technology, offers up to 200 cranking amps (400 peak amps) and can start a 3.5-liter V6 engine, yet is small enough to fit in a purse or glove compartment. No roadside assistance needed! It can also charge your mobile devices on the go.

Merchandise Monday: Back to School!

It’s that time again. The days are getting a little shorter and a little cooler. Your favorite fall TV is about to start back up. The kids are lining up their best new outfits for that all-important first week. It’s back-to-school season!

It’s a bittersweet time of year, but lucky for you, Hinda is fully prepared to make the transition from carefree days to busy school season a smooth one. Below is just a sampling of the latest back-to-school items we’ve added to our assortment.  

AcuRite® Atomic Clock with Dual Alarm, USB Charger & Temperature

Never be late for class again! This alarm clock features an illuminated color display with outdoor and indoor temperature, atomic clock and calendar, two alarms and USB charging for compatible smartphones. The atomic clock is radio-controlled to synchronize to the correct time broadcast by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) radio station, WWVB, for split-second precision accuracy.

cinda b Medium Cosmetic in Verde Bonita

Technically this is a cosmetic bag, but there’s no reason it can’t be used for pens and pencils, art supplies or anything else your school day entails! This medium-size pouch is made from durable poly/nylon fabrics, is water resistant and machine washable. The flat bottom keeps it standing upright. It features a lovely green and blue Verde Bonita pattern and, like all cinda b products, is proudly made in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Comfort Products Coublo Writing Style Desk

With a unique yet contemporary style, this desk will be sure to grab attention. With a desktop area wrapped in a strong and durable PU covering, the desk is perfect for surfing the web using a laptop, taking care of homework or handling the monthly bills. The drawer is the perfect size for storing a notepad, stapler, pens or other items needed to handle life's tasks. The bottom shelf is great for displaying pictures or storing books.

Dell® 15.6-inch Inspiron Laptop

This non-touch laptop features an LED display with Truelife and HD resolution (1366x768), fourth-gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor, Windows® 8.1, Intel HD Graphics 4400, HDMI, 1TB 5400 RMP SATA hard drive, media card reader (card not included), Intel Centrino® Wireless-AC 3160 plus Bluetooth®4.0, Waves MaxxAudio and a backlit keyboard. Make homework fun with this handy laptop!

HP 15.6-inch Notebook

Get the features you need and the reliability you expect. Enjoy rich, smooth web chats with the stunning HD display and easily take it on the road with a thin design combined with security features. The HP Notebook features an Intel® Pentium® 2.16GHz 64-bit quad-core processor, 4GB memory, 500 GB hard drive, DVD, Intel HD Graphics, Windows® 8.1, Touchpad, webcam and is Energy Star® compliant.

Konik Super Mini Optical USB Mouse – Black

The three-dimensional super mini optical USB mouse features a retractable cord and is perfect for laptop use and compact for travel. Get all your homework done, conduct online research for your big paper and treat yourself to an educational game all more quickly and easily with the Konik super mini USB mouse! Measures 3” L x 1.4” W and comes in black only.

Naxa® Projection Alarm Clock with AM/FM Radio & Snooze

No more oversleeping! The Naxa® Projection Alarm Clock with AM/FM Radio and Snooze features a .6” display, AM/FM radio tuner, 180-degree projection, wake to radio or alarm, snooze and battery back-up with 9V battery (not included). The clock measures 7” L x 3.2” W x 5.2” H and weighs 1.2-pounds. Time to find a new excuse for why you’re late!

Merchandise Midweek: Congrats to the Graduate!

It’s graduation season and that means parties, parties and more parties! Why not shower your graduates with the perfect gift to send them off to college or into the world of adulthood in style and sophistication? Hinda has a great assortment of gifts that are the right combination of useful and fun no matter where your deserving grad is headed next!

Bose® SoundTrue® On-Ear Headphones

Bose® SoundTrue™ on-ear headphones are designed to fit your style. They stay comfortable no matter how long your playlist is but are built to survive your busy life. Best of all, they’re engineered to make all your music sound better. Listen for yourself!

Conair® Number-Cut® 20-Piece Haircut Kit

Remember everyone's favorite hair length when you use numbered combs that make it easy each time you cut! This 20-piece electric kit comes with 10 comb attachments including left and right ear, a barber cape, comb, scissors, two styling clips, oil, cleaning brush, blade guard and deluxe hard storage case. 

Kitchenaid® Classic 5-Speed Blender

A robust motor, stainless steel blades, electronic controls and unique 1-piece, BPA-free diamond pitcher combine to create a powerful vortex that is fast and thorough for exceptional blending results. Stir, chop, mix, puree and liquefy your favorites and enjoy five pulse settings as well as crush ice mode.

Picnictime® Stadium Seat

The padded seat is made of durable 600D polyester and provides maximum seat support, which is especially useful when cheering on your favorite team. A large zippered pocket keeps all of your essentials within reach. Convenient carry straps allow the seat to be carried as a folded tote.

Samsung® Galaxy Note® 10.1-inch 2014 Edition 16GB Bundle

The Galaxy Note® features the Android™ 4.3 Jelly Bean operating system, a 1.9 GHz quad core processor, 3 GB RAM and 16 GB onboard memory, front and rear cameras, Bluetooth® 4.0 and much more. It comes pre-loaded with a variety of apps and includes a case and software bundle.

Superex® Multi-Function Digital Tire Gauge Keychain

Boasting a contemporary executive ergo-design, the digital tire pressure gauge features on/off button and three measuring scales – PSI, kPa and BAR. Measures to a maximum of 150 PSI and includes Phillips and flat head screwdrivers and a full swivel clip keychain.

TCL 23-inch LED TV, 720p

Enjoy premium picture quality in a sophisticated slim frame design perfect for any space. HD 720p resolution provides brilliant color and contrast while Dolby® Digital processing provides broad and immersive surround sound. Connect to satellite, cable, DVD/Blu-ray™ or gaming console with HDMI®.