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What has been our most-requested gift this year? You guessed it: iPad Air. Between the buzz that Apple has created around the newest and thinnest iPad yet and the zealous gift-givers of the world, it’s been at the top of many lists.
We now have select iPad Air models in stock (in limited quantities, because, you know, it seems to work like that) in all five of our locations.
Hurry in to grab one and cross that baby off your list!
Are you in or around Rutland? Join the cause and donate much-needed blood to help those in need!
bq. “Over the past 10 years, Rutland has continually given pints of blood to those in need, including 1,955 pints at the Gift-of-Life Marathon last year, just 13 pints shy of the national record. We are proud of this huge accomplishment, and we want more! As Rutland looks forward to a bright future, it will continue to surmount all challenges thrown this way.”
To make things convenient, there are *five locations* that you can access this year:
“*Find them here.*”:http://www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation-other?city=Rutland&state=VT&date%5Bmin%5D%5Bdate%5D=2013-12-17&date%5Bmax%5D%5Bdate%5D=2013-12-17
Walk-ins are welcome at all locations — be sure to bring a photo ID with you.
Read more about tips for successful blood donation and why it’s a great thing to do on the “*Red Cross website.*”:http://www.redcrossblood.org/donating-blood/tips-successful-donation
Looking for the perfect gift that won’t cost you an arm and a leg? Or a great stocking stuffer? Check out this list and let us help give you some ideas!
* “*Driinn Foldable iPhone/iPod Holder*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?x=35&y=23&search=Driinn — Organizes your mobile phone charging routine in style. Great for charging iPods, Black Berries & small digital cameras. Perfect for travel.
* “*Aroma Home Computer Care Screen Wipe*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?search=aroma+home+computer+care — These fun size screen wipes with a zest of lemon fragrance and a chamois tummy will clean and reduce static on all monitors, displays, and LCDs.
* “*Hammerhead Bumper for iPhone 5c*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?search=hammerhead+bumper+for+iPhone+5c — Hammerhead introduces the bumper for iPhone 5c. Change up your style with a variety of color options that compliment the bright colors offered by Apple for the 5c.
* “*Griffin Crayola DigiTools for iPad*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?x=64&y=19&search=Griffin+Crayola+DigiTools — Crayola DigiTools are the perfect creative accessories for iPad. Each DigiTools pack includes a free app with pages of virtual line art, animated stamp designs and other dazzling digital effects.
* “*Griffin Woogie for iPhone/iPod touch*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?x=37&y=14&search=Griffin+Woogie — Half case, half interactive friend, all fun. Be sure to download the Woogie App
* “*ILoveHandles Barnacle for iPod touch & iPhone*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?x=50&y=16&search=ILoveHandles+Barnacle+ — Barnacle is a gadget mount that can attach your gadget to any slick surface.
Grace and I have been working on some restoration projects on the AH Sprite and we are now onto reupholstering the seats. We are trying to get it as close to brand new condition as we can, so I have been using my sandblasting cabinet to clean up even the little clips that hold the fabric onto the seats. It is a fun winter project which does make us wish we were riding around in the little car with the top down.
Thank you for reading this issue of Kibbles & Bytes!
Your Kibbles & Bytes team,
Don, Kali & Stephanie
_Dear Friends,_
It was zero on my way to work this morning and my car was out of spritzer fluid, so it really seemed like the depth of winter. I had to stop and grab some snow to wipe on my windshield to see better. At one point on the East Warren road, I had to slow down to let a rafter of wild turkeys cross the road, happy that Thanksgiving was over and that they made it!
Meanwhile, when I check the cameras in our Key West store, I see customers in shorts and swimsuits, but the holiday season is clearly in full swing as many customers are coming into our stores to check out the latest iPads, Macs and the great bargains we have on headphones, speakers and other accessories. This year we are devoting 1% of our sales at retail to charitable organizations, the *Vermont Food Bank* here in Vermont, and animal rescue organizations in Manchester and Key West. I am very moved by the positive reactions we have gotten from our choice to give back rather than overly discount.
We have a fairly extensive collection of headphones and earbuds at each of our stores and online, with offerings from Beats, Urbanears, Sennheiser and JVC. With a wide selection of colors and styles, we hope to be the go-to store for headphones. We also have a big selection of speakers, and if you haven’t checked out our own Chill Box or the Chill Pill Speakers by Chill Pill Audio, I urge you to come in and listen.
As you look at Apple products like iPads and Macs, remember that AppleCare is a vital addition to that purchase. With a Mac, AppleCare Protection extends the hardware warranty from 1-year to 3-years and free technical support from Apple from 90-days to 3 years. The cost of AppleCare is less that almost any potential out-of-warranty repair so it is a great value. With iPads and iPhones, AppleCare Plus extends the 1-year warranty to 2 years and free technical support from 90-days to 2 years, but __also__ adds accidental damage coverage so if you drop that iPad and it is run over by that snowplow behind you, as long as you have the pieces (for a low deductible), Apple will replace that unit!
*Of course, through 12/31, you’ll get a $50 gift card with any Mac and AppleCare purchase,* with some additional discounts in-store as well. See our best and brightest holiday specials at “*Smalldog.com/holiday!*”:http://www.smalldog.com/holiday?utm_medium=email&utm_source=blast&utm_campaign=Kibbles
It may be Friday the 13th, but we’re feeling more generous than superstitious. We’ve asked a few of our employees what their favorite gifts are this season — either to get or to give, of course — and we have highlighted a few of the best. (For those of you on a budget, don’t worry; check out the article below for our best gifts under $25!)
*Will,* __Product Manager:__
* *Retina anything* – *from $449.99*
That’s right, Apple has added the crystal-clear Retina screens to just about everything, so naturally I want them all (I guess I’m spoiled because once you see it, non-Retina displays just start to look fuzzy…!). The “*iPad mini with Retina*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?search=iPad+mini+with+retina is the latest to join the party and it’s stunning! A 7-inch display packing more pixels than a new 4K TV. We’ve also got the new “*13-inch*”:http://www.smalldog.com/Macs/MacBook_Pro/13in/With_Retina_Display and “*15-inch*”:http://www.smalldog.com/Macs/MacBook_Pro/15in/With_Retina_Display Retina MacBook Pros where 1080p appears to look small. Of course, there’s also the “*iPad Air,*”:http://www.smalldog.com/iPads/ipad/iPad_Air the lightest, thinnest, most awesome iPad yet. Happy Retina Holiday to all…!
* “*Drobo 5D*”:http://www.smalldog.com/product/82341?utm_medium=email&utm_source=blast&utm_campaign=Kibbles – *$699.99*
For all those storage hogs on your list (know a photographer or videographer?), nothing beats the new Drobo 5D. A 5-bay RAID unit with Thunderbolt connectivity that can be configured with up to 20TBs. That __twenty__ with a two and zero; crazy storage capacity. Plus, it has a slot for an mSATA card that can be used for super fast transfers for the stuff you use every day. The best part is that with Drobo software, you don’t have to fill it all at once or even with identical drives. It’s the gift that keeps giving — well, more storage space, at least.
* “*WeMo*”:http://www.smalldog.com/product/82549?utm_medium=email&utm_source=blast&utm_campaign=Kibbles – *$99.99*
The DIY home automation toy for the “has everything already” person on your list. Use the WeMo switch to to control your Christmas lights or check on your significant other who “forgets” to turn things off in the morning. Use the light switch to take control of the lights in or outside your house. Driving home from work in these dark and cold northeast nights, ensure the lights are on when you pull in with remote-accessible light switches. Or for the prankster, it’s a way to have fun with family and friends — hook the switch up to the TV and right when the a pivotal play is happening in the big game, oooops! Who did that? 🙂 *Get free shipping through 12/18* with code *KBWeMo*!
*Hapy,* __President and CFO:__
* “*Apple TV*”:http://www.smalldog.com/product/80135?utm_medium=email&utm_source=blast&utm_campaign=Kibbles – *$99.99*
I find myself using this awesome device more and more! Apple has updated them to pack even more entertainment choices. My #1 use is actually just as a wireless sound router so I can use AirPlay from my MacBook, iPad, or iPhone, and rock the house from my iTunes library, though Netflix and iTunes movie rentals are a close second. It hasn’t quite replaced my satellite TV as my television provider, but it is starting to be 50/50 whether I am watching feeds from the satellite or from my Apple TV. Use code *KBTV* to get *free shipping through 12/18!*
* “*AirPort Express Base Station*”:http://www.smalldog.com/product/83765?utm_medium=email&utm_source=blast&utm_campaign=Kibbles – *$79.99*
We have Apple Factory Refurbished AirPort Expresses for $79.99, so there has never been a better time to extend your network in your home. These also feature an audio output port, so I can use AirPlay to stream music to my stereo system from my MacBook, iPad, or iPhone, which is awesome!
*Rob,* __Business Solutions Manager:__
* *Photo Book from iPhoto* – *from $29.99*
So here’s one that adds some personalization! I love this feature in iPhoto — you can take the pictures on your iPhone, iPad or Mac and with a few simple clicks, produce a very nice Photo Book that your family will love. Go to your iPhoto Library, find the photos you want to use, and click Share at the bottom. You’ll have the option to select ‘Book’ under the Create menu. Go get it started! (Currently using iPhoto 9, though the options may be available in earlier versions.)
*Kali,* __Marketing Director:__
* “*Chill Box*”:http://www.smalldog.com/wag900001189/at_kb – $74.99 (usually $99.99)
Chill Box speakers are my go-to this year. I feel like it’s one of those gifts that seems universal. The Chill Box doesn’t have a docking system, but that’s what I like about it — no matter what phone/device/computer/gadget the recipient has, it’s always nice to have a compatible extra set of sweet-sounding speakers around. We have four colors in stock, and I’m seriously having trouble picking which ones I like best (because I also may not be able to escape without getting myself one…after everyone else is taken care of, of course). So, dad/mom/brother/cousins, spoiler alert: I’m giving you the gift of garage/office/kitchen/bedroom sound this year. Pairs nicely with an “*iTunes Gift Card!*”:http://www.smalldog.com/category/Gifts_and_Swag/Gift_Cards_and_Certificates
For more holiday gift ideas and special deals, visit “*Smalldog.com/holiday*”:http://www.smalldog.com/holiday?utm_medium=email&utm_source=blast&utm_campaign=Kibbles No matter what you’re getting or giving this holiday season, be sure to share it with family and friends!
One of my favorite things about the holiday season is all the food! Cooking yummy, warm dinners that make the house smell good and fog up the windows on cold nights are the best. It’s a great time to bake and not feel quite as bad about eating sweet treats because, well, it’s the holidays!
Here are some apps to check out if you’re into cooking or baking.
“*Food Network in the Kitchen*”:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/food-network-in-the-kitchen/id399072152?mt=8&uo=4&at=11lb7k&ct=kibbles – *Free* — Choose recipes based on chefs, seasonal collections or ingredient and save your favorites to your recipe box. You can add your own notes, tips or substitutions as well.
“*Jamie Oliver’s Recipes*”:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/jamie-olivers-recipes/id398011800?mt=8&uo=4&at=11lb7k&ct=kibbles – *Free* — Remember when he had his show “*The Naked Chef*”:http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0273002/ on Food Network? One of my favorite cooking shows of all time. Anyway, Jamie Oliver has stuck around in the cooking world delivering some great-tasting recipes with fresh ingredients. The app is free and includes ten recipes to get started. If you like the app and his recipes, you can subscribe to get more recipes added every month. Definitely worth it!
“*Dash Holiday*”:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dash-holiday/id728723001?mt=8&uo=4&at=11lb7k&ct=kibbles – *Free* — An app filled with Holiday food and drinks! Browse through dozens of recipes for appetizers, winter cocktails, hearty roasts, cookies and more! ‘Tis the season for delicious cooking!
“*Foodie Recipes*”:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/foodie-recipes/id575737456?mt=8&uo=4&at=11lb7k&ct=kibbles – *Free* — A super easy to use app with great recipes. This app is seasonally relevant and features some of the best recipes from food bloggers and culinary professionals from all over. A great app if you love and appreciate food!
Need an idea for the chef in your life who has an iPad? Grab a handy stand so that when they’re cooking in the kitchen it can be propped up, making it easy to read that recipe and keeps the iPad out of harm’s way! Try one of “*these!*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?search=twelve+south+compass