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C o n s u m e r E l e c t ro n i c s D a i l y N e ws Tu e s d a y, J a n u a r y 6 , 2 0 1 5 1 4 DIY NETWORK BRINGS 2015 CES TO YOUR HOME IN MARCH 2015 Miss something on the floor that all your clients are talking about? Wish you had pictures or video to show some of that great new technology you saw this year? DIY Network might be your go-to guide for the highlights of the 2015 International CES ® . Once again this year, DIY Network's series "I Want That" will cover 2015 CES – the world cup of technology; the center of innovation. The one-hour special will feature the future of technol- ogy and highlight what's new for the con- sumer directly from the show floor. Two crews will search the floor to bring you the most recent additions to the show. Then you can share with everyone the best and the most buzzworthy in ground breaking technology from the "connected home" to the newest thing in wearable gadgets/integrated clothing, "I Want That" has got it cov- ered. Find out how to stay charged, increase the functionality of your smart devices, and how to organize your digital life with all the smartest gadg- ets and high tech toys that "connected" consumers covet. Watch for DIY Network's "I Want That 2015 CES" on DIY Network in March 2015. For more information, visit www.scripps networks.com, call 865-560-4143 or email gmccormick@scrippsnetworks.com. THE HISTORY OF SURGE PROTECTORS By Russell Barton, President, BITS Limited While surge protectors have been around since the computer revolution that started in the late 1980s, for many years the technology remained almost unchanged. They started out as a humble power strip with nothing more then a power switch, fuse and a single MOV. MOV stands for Metal Oxide Varistor, and when the volt- age exceeds the line voltage by a certain amount, they conduct the extra voltage that is present to stop it from reaching the devices plugged in until the fuse blows, therefore protecting the equipment. Due to a wide variety of results and dangers, in 1986 UL started testing surge protectors with the first standard. This standard has been revised a few times until 2009, when the 3rd edition became the latest standard. During the first decade they remained unchanged, and with the second decade they increased the number of MOVs for better and more protection. In 1994, a company called Brickwall created a new technology that did not use MOVs, and like a brick wall, nothing got through. However, their tech- nology also had its drawbacks. Due to its size, weight and cost the technology never became mainstream. The next major change occurred in 2002, when a small family-owned com- pany, BITS Limited, released the first Advanced Surge Protector, called the Smart Strip. It was the first energy-sav- ing surge protector on the market, and it was also very cost effective. It caught the attention of many morning TV shows, reviews and even the Oprah show in 2006. Once a surge protector got such media attention, other surge protector companies realized that things had changed and they must follow suit. All of the major players like APC, Belkin, Tripp Lite, Trickle Star and Fellows came out with their own energy- saving surge protectors. Most of them were all very similar—except Belkin, which made their Conserve model con- trolled by a switch that you mount on the wall. Then, companies like Wiremold started adding motions sensors to control the outlets. In 2010, an Australian compa- ny called Embertec changed the game even further by creating the first surge protector with digital electronics and the ability to save active energy waste. Active energy waste is when the consumer leaves the device on by accident. The 2013 International CES ® was filled with more surge protec- tor innovations than all other years combined. BITS Limited show- cased their True Surge, which stops surges like a brick wall with- out the added cost. P3 International showcased their surge protector that measures the power and even tells you the cost over time. Wireless surge protec- tors, ethernet surge protectors and more than a dozen other innovations were also available from more surge protector com- panies than ever. Surge protection is now integrated to work seamlessly with the device that they once protected. Visit BITS Limited at booth 35155. For more information, visit www.bitsltd.net, call 631-896-9855 or email russell.barton@me.com. RECHARGE ANYTIME, ANYWHERE WITH INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY'S JUSTIN PORTABLE POWER SOLUTIONS We live in a world filled with portable technology that enables us to be connect- ed 24/7. From communication to enter- tainment to shopping and everything in between, we use smartphones, tablets and other personal devices to facilitate those needs. While there are countless brands and devices in the market, they all have one thing in common – they will eventually run out of power. At Innovative Technology, its line of Justin Portable Power Products offer an array of solu- tions for all of your charging needs. From small power sticks that you can pop in your pock- et to high-capacity power banks, its UL Safety Certified power solutions ensure that your devices will stay charged. The 2015 Justin lineup boasts new designs and larger charging capacities. The company has made improvements to some of its bestsellers by adding new dis- plays, more mAh power, waterproofing and more varied styles. It is also continu- ing to evolve with technology through the creation of new products altogether. In the Event of an Emergency Justin has your back! Power outage at home? Car broke down? Worry no more, as Innovative Technology unveils the lat- est addition – LED Flashlights with Built-In Power Banks. Small, lightweight flashlights are perfect to keep on a nightstand, desk or in your bag, while specialized flashlights can not only save your device with an added charge, but also have the potential to save your life. In addition to charging your smartphone 300 percent and 600 percent respectively, the 5,200mAh and 10,400mAh Waterproof LED Flashlights feature a glass breaker and seatbelt cutter in case you need to escape your vehicle in an emergency situ- ation. Innovative Technology's Justin LED Flashlights are not just for emergencies, though. They are the perfect tool to keep with you when partaking in outdoor activ- ities such as camping, hiking, biking, boat- ing and more. You can even charge your device while streaming music through the 2,600mAh LED Flashlight with Power Bank & Bluetooth Speaker. Look no further as Innovative Technology's Justin Portable Power Products cover all of your charging needs, small-scale to large, daily to emer- gency use and beyond. You can rest assured that Justin Portable Power Products will allow you to recharge any- time, anywhere, in any situation! Visit Innovative Technology at booth #7904. For more information, go to www.ithomeproducts.com, call 516-883- 8220 or email sales@ithomeproducts.com.