14/04/2014
Safer storage, charging and synching, plus new protective cases for tablets, now available for Australian schools
AUSTRALIA – 14 April 2014 – Kensington, a worldwide leader in delivering smart. safe. simple.™ mobile accessories, today announced the next generation of its Charge & Sync Cabinet and eight new Rugged Cases for iPad Air and mini. The Charge & Sync Cabinet provides a safe place for schools and libraries to store and charge up to 10 tablets at a time, while the latest Rugged Cases protect iPads in the toughest of conditions.
The new Charge & Sync Cabinet design features adjustable and removable shelves to accommodate storing and charging most types of tablets kept in folio or rugged protective cases – like the Kensington BlackBelt™ or SafeGrip™ ranges. This means they are always ready for students and teachers to use in the classroom. Kensington has also further enhanced the Charge & Sync Cabinet with new iOS and Android compatibility, as well as a retracting door with tamper resistant lock.
More and more schools are investing in tablets for e-learning and students are increasingly bringing their own devices to use in the classroom. This means the demand for smart accessories to power and protect this investment is increasing. The Charge & Sync Cabinet has been built in response to this growing trend. It is flexible and secure, while taking up minimal space. As it can charge 10 devices simultaneously, it also reduces the need to find individual power points to charge each and every device.
“Our new Charge & Sync Cabinet reflects feedback from our customers – particularly in the education sector,” said Sam Goldstein, marketing and business development manager, Kensington Australia. “Lots of them are investing in tablets for students and likewise, they’re increasingly seeing students bringing their own devices into school. The new Charge & Sync Cabinet solves a big pain point for schools and libraries as a result of this trend – making sure that tablets are always ready for student learning with uniform content and a full charge, without having to remove the rugged cases used in many classrooms.”
Kensington has also announced eight new rugged tablet cases, built to provide tough protection for the iPad Air and iPad mini. The new additions join the existing series of Kensington BlackBelt and SafeGrip cases that safeguard tablets from accidental bumps and bruises, whether at school, at home or on the go.
New Kensington Charge & Sync Cabinet for Universal tablets & accessories
Kensington Charge & Sync Cabinet for Universal tablets ($799.95): With space for up to 10 tablets including iPads, Galaxy Tabs, Kindles and more, the cabinet is the perfect place to charge devices after everyone has gone home for the day so they’re powered up and ready in the morning. With adjustable shelves, each bay can accommodate tablets covered in protective rugged cases. Stack up to three cabinets to store up to 30 tablets in one room. A tamper-resistant, retracting front door and the included mounting plate or a cable lock provides security and keeps the cabinet in place.
Available with a range of charging cables to accommodate any device in the classroom:
Kensington Charge & Sync Cable, Universal Tablet, USB to Lightning – 5 pack ($89.95): Keep up to 10 iPad® Air, iPad with Retina® display or iPad mini with Retina® display tablets charged and ready for another day in the classroom.
Kensington Charge & Sync Cable, Universal Tablet, USB to 30-pin – 5 pack ($39.95): Keep up to 10 iPad®, iPad 2 or iPad mini tablets charged and ready for another day in the classroom.
Kensington Charge & Sync Cable, Universal Tablet, USB to Micro USB – 5 pack ($19.95): Keep up to 10 Galaxy Tab, Kindle or other Android tablets charged and ready for another day in the classroom.
New Kensington Rugged Cases for tablets in tough environments
Kensington BlackBelt 2nd Degree Rugged Case for iPad mini and iPad Air (Black, Plum, Red) – iPad Mini SRP $59.95, iPad Air SRP $64.95 – Accidents happen, and someday your iPad is probably going to get dropped. That’s why Kensington has made the BlackBelt 2nd Degree Rugged Case. The new cases offer military-grade drop protection, so you can safely use your iPad Air or iPad mini in the toughest of environments. By surrounding your iPad in a strong, cushioned rubber layer, it can survive just about anything your day can dish out. It also features a built-in hand strap, multi-position stand and screen protector.
Kensington SafeGrip™ Rugged Carry Case and Stand for iPad® Air (Charcoal, Blueberry – SRP $59.95) – The Kensington SafeGrip rugged cases are designed to provide a first line of defence for tablets used by children. Kids will be kids, and that means sensitive electronics are at risk of accidental damage. SafeGrip preserves everything you love about your iPad while providing strong, cushioned protection to keep your tablet safe. It wraps the iPad Air in a tough, padded case complete with screen protection. It also has a thick, sturdy handle that’s perfect for kids’ hands and doubles as a two-position stand, plus a built-in stylus holder and personalisation panel.
GummyGrip Stylus for kids
GummyGrip Stylus for kids - $14.95
Kids love playing and learning on tablets. It’s fun and interactive. But all those fingerprints mean having to clean off the screen repeatedly. That’s why Kensington has developed the GummyGrip stylus. It not only keeps the screen free of smudges, but in the shared-use environments like a classroom, it can also reduce the spread of germs. It also fits perfectly into the stylus holder of the Kensington SafeGrip™ Rugged Case.
Product availability
The Kensington Charge & Sync Cabinet for iOS and Android Tablets will be available for purchase by late April 2014. The Kensington Rugged Cases are available now. Both can be purchased at Kensington.com. For additional information on the new and existing line of Kensington products, please visit www.kensington.com.
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About Kensington
Kensington, a leader in smart. safe. simple.™ computing accessories, is the recognized industry standard trusted by enterprises around the world. Kensington's mobile security product offerings include laptop and mobile security locks providing a new generation of front-line protection for mobile devices. In addition, Kensington offers accessories including power adapters, chargers, mice, keyboards, trackballs, universal docking stations, desktop accessories, carrying cases and iPad/iPhone/iPod accessories. Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, Kensington is the technology division of ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO), a world leader in branded office products, with products marketed in more than 100 countries across the globe. For more information, visit www.kensington.com or call Kensington toll-free at 1-800-235-6708.
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