Built rugged for classroom use, the HPK-1000 USB headphones from Califone seems bulkier and heavier than it actually is. The headphone sells for $76 and features a “comfort strap” headband for longer wearability. If your student spends a long time in an online classroom, this is a standout feature. (more…)

This headphone, which retails for $92, is similar in durability and features to the HPK-1000, also reviewed on this site. In addition to the features it shares with the HPK-1000, the HPK-1010 also has a boom mounted microphone. (more…)

Perhaps the best thing I can say about the Califone Model CW1 USB Webcam is that after testing it for a month for this review, we continued using it; the unit sits next to the more expensive “Big Box” brand it replaced. (more…)

Read about the new WT1 as reviewed by The Royal Treatment.

Califone announced an upgrade to its Diggiditto DC896 flatbed document camera to Windows 7 compatibility. (more…)

Wedding photographers, teachers and other presenters oftentimes need to speak louder than normal in order to be heard. (more…)

Do you really want recycled airline headphones anywhere near your child’s ear? I don’t! (more…)

Part of a continuing series of Califone guest bloggers.

I have three scenarios I often find difficult to deal with when teaching young English language learners. Scenario one is when I first walk into the room and try to motivate the children to choose to speak English. Scenario two occurs after the class ends. I gush to parents about how their children spoke and sang in English. Immediately, the parents ask the children a question in English and expect responses in English. I have yet to hear any of the children speak the English when put on the spot. Scenario three occurs when parents beg me to help their children with their pronunciation. (more…)