Wednesday, October 22, 2008

OTTERBOX!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Benton Technology, Inc. has partnered with OtterBox to bring you the BEST in protection for your Treo, iPhone, laptop, and other electronic devices! First, let me share who/what an OtterBox is and then I’ll share with you why it’s so cool!


About Otterbox
(source: www.otterbox.com)

It all began around the concept of a ‘box.’

“Mastermind and CEO Curt Richardson, with his 25 years experience in tooling and molding wanted to build a company that was distinct and structured upon innovation and evolution. In 1996, OtterBox was born.

“Our cases are dedicated to all the klutzy, spontaneous, chaotic, graceless individuals who have broken a device or valuable due to their active lifestyle. Like our customers, we've been there too! From the beginning, we have protected valuables through innovation. This "innovative spirit" has allowed evolution in our product lines to safeguard the hottest technologies such as iPods, Smartphones, PDAs, Tablet PCs, laptops and other devices. We take the idea of a protective case to the next level so customers can find the ideal solution for any work environment or adventure!

“Ok, rewind a bit to the name origination, we know you're wondering. On a drive to Denver, Curt and his wife Nancy were brainstorming company names. The name needed to be exciting and something people wouldn't forget. They wanted "box" to be in the name, but also wanted to incorporate "water" because the original OtterBox case line is waterproof (oceanic tidbit: an Otter's fur has a waterproof quality). Because of their fun, playful disposition, "Otter" was the perfect fit! Well, the name stuck and we have to admit our logo is pretty darn cute too!

“OtterBox is located in one of the greatest cities in America and no, we're not completely biased, see Money Magazine's 2006 rating for Best Places to Live. Yes, Fort Collins, Colorado is ranked #1. With easy access to the mountains for biking, hiking, running, camping, skiing, snowboarding and other activities, many of us use our cases every day. We also serve as excellent "guinea pigs" for new product testing.

“We're a fun, hard working, creative bunch that enjoy a good laugh and a good beer, especially come Friday. We have in-house sales, customer service, engineering, public relations, marketing, web design, graphics and even our own warehouse.

“At OtterBox, it's not one person changing the world of cases, it's a team!”

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Now, why is this partnership so cool?? Because you can get a discount on your purchase of any OtterBox product by visiting the Benton Technology, Inc. website at www.bentontechnology.com and scrolling to the bottom of the home page. Once you’re there, click on the OtterBox banner ad and that will take you to the OtterBox website where you can see all of the cool stuff and place your order. IT’S THAT SIMPLE! J

CHEERS, AYE!!

P.S. You can also click on the OtterBox ad on this BLOG and go from there! E.A.

Monday, October 20, 2008

Today, Out My Window, by Elaine Flynn

Elaine Flynn has a new website: www.todayoutmywindow.com. Check it out!!

Eric

Ultra-Mobile PCs? I'm back on that kick again...

…because I think I can cut the costs of my cell phone plan WAY back by adopting a UMPC again. I am leaning toward the Sony VAIO UX490 (I found a company in China selling them for about a quarter of the cost here in the US). It includes an AT&T SIM card for the ultimate in portability…but only the EDGE network and not 3G. The SIM card doesn’t support voice plans, only data…however, if I use Skype on it (or another VOIP service) I can dramatically cut back my calling plan on AT&T. I don’t like to talk on the phone anyway (because of my hearing loss…and the fact that my hearing aids render just about every conversation on every mobile device I’ve tried as GOBBLE-DEE-GOOK) and the calls I ABSOLUTELY HAVE to make I can make on Skype…it has Bluetooth built-in so my BT headset and hands-free device will work.

WHAT DO YOU THINK?????

Eric

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Boswell Happy Seniors

The Boswell Happy Seniors, Inc. have a new website! Check it out here:

http://www.boswellhappyseniors.org

Keep an eye on it because it'll change A LOT over the next several
weeks!

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Otterbox...

…they have ‘em for just about every device. Protection personified. I’m thinking about getting one for my iPhone…

Stay tuned for a list of “must-have” electronics and gadgets!

Eric

Thursday, October 2, 2008

Just wondered....

....what a picture of the blog looks like ON the blog! Confused???