Interested in using your iPad 2 as a secondary monitor or touchscreen computer? There are various apps that let you do that, and now there’s some hardware, too. Twelve South has unveiled HoverBar, an adjustable arm that floats an iPad 2 next to an iMac or Apple display. The HoverBar can also be used separately to create a compact iPad workstation or an install-free kitchen mount for iPad.

The iConvert Scanner from Brookstone was specially crafted for Apple’s iPad. This new gadget features an adjustable front feeder from 2 to 8½ inches wide, allowing the user to scan clear images with its high-resolution of 300 DPI. The iConvert scanner was designed to be a user-friendly device; simply place your iPad into the iCovert scanner docking port, and you are ready to scan.

From the minds that brought your the Pogo Stylus comes quite possibly the coolest idea for an iPad 2 stand. It’s called the Magnus, and it’ll hold on to your iPad 2 with the miraculous power of magnets. It’s a simple piece of aluminum with strong magnets embedded inside that hold on to the metal backside of your iPad 2.

CES 2012 has come and gone, but there are still press announcements trickling out. And if you’ve been waiting for the announcement of a handbag that also serves as your iPad work station, your patience has been rewarded. Versetta debuted a new line of bags and cases designed to make carrying and interacting with your iPad simple and intuitive.

Musician’s looking for an all-in-one iPad instrument connection solution are about to get it with Griffin’s StudioConnect for iPad. It’s an iPad stand with Audio and MIDI Ins and Outs. You can connect your guitar or your keyboard, your bass or your electronic drums. It does it all. It even charges your iPad. If you’re just interested in the MIDI capabilities, Griffin’s MIDIConnect makes it easy to control GarageBand and other audio apps with your MIDI keyboard or other controller.

IK Multimedia is back with a new version of their iRig guitar adapter for iDevices. This time they’ve taken the original iRig interface, added active battery-powered circuitry to reduce feedback and crosstalk and stuffed it all in an attractive aluminum stompbox. The stompbox also has a bypass button to use AmpliTube as an effects processor. There’s also an input gain knob to adjust the signal level precisely. The iRig STOMP will cost you $59.99 when it’s available in early Q2.

iPhone and iPad loving DJs and musicians everywhere are going to love this one. IK Multimedia has just announced the first DJ mixer specifically made for iOS devices. The iRig Mix is an ultra compact portable DJ mixer made to mix the stereo audio outputs of your collection of iOS devices. Additionally, it’ll function as an iRig of sorts for plugging a mic or guitar into your iDevice for use with AmpliTube or VocaLive.

Parrot has announced the AR.Drone 2.0. The next generation of AR.Drone has a bunch of new features, but the most notable is the upgraded camera. AR.Drone 2.0 can record 720p HD video, which is perfect for taking videos from perspectives you just don’t normally have. There’s also a 3D magnetometer and a pressure sensor, both of which will add to your ability to control the device.

Everyone wants to pilot a helicopter. That’s a fact. The only problem is that most of us don’t have the money to buy a real helicopter and aren’t stupid enough to trust ourselves piloting it. That’s why there are companies like Swann who make RC helicopters for us to live vicariously through. Swann’s new fleet of RC helicopters boasts one with iDevice support and two with on board video cameras.

It’s a busy and expensive time of year. I know that, you know that, and, thankfully, iDevice app and accessory developers know that, too. As such, plenty of sales are being offered up. Whether you’re looking for good accessory deals for gifts or just some even less expensive apps for your own use, we’ll be rounding up the sales right her throughout the holiday season. Check back often.