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Batteroo claims to have solved the "Alkaline Only" issue with rechargeables  Image courtesy of Batteroo Ever wonder why some devices require "Alkaline Only". Some of the reasons are protection as rechargeables have been known to leak and other is voltage. Alkalines are at rated at 1.5V versus rechargeables at 1.2V. Enter Batteroo, a "smart" battery sleeve that goes over your rechargeable to boost its voltage from 1.2 to 1.5V, provide auto-shutoff circuitry to protect your device from battery leakage and claims to extend rechargeable battery usefullness. This Silicon Valley startup have an  Indiegogo campaign  right now and almost reaching their goal. If you want to find out more, check out Batteroo's website and current . Check out their video below!

cnct Introduces intelliPLUG on Indiegogo today   Every Home Can Become a Smart Home for the Fraction of the Cost While Enjoying the Ability to Control Any Plugged-in Device Directly from a Phone or Tablet Home control crowdfunders take notice! cnct , a startup from Irvine, CA,  today introduced intelliPLUG, the world’s smallest and most affordable smart plug.  The Wi-Fi-enabled smart plug allows users to control their lights, appliances and any "plugged-in" device directly from their phone or tablet, anywhere in the world. intelliPLUG features full iOS, Android and Amazon Alexa functionality so users can turn on/off plugs, set timers for devices and schedule plugs to turn on/off automatically. T he Indiegogo campaign  which has a funding goal of  $25,000 USD, features limited Early Bird specials of $19.99 USD for a 2-pack (50% off retail) and several other rewards for early backers.