Stuff that makes using your iPod or iPhone better.
Tuesday, May 31, 2005ShockShell iPod Mini Cases YAIS (Yet Another iPod Skin): the ShockShell Mini from SLAPPA.These wild and creative cases come in six different designs. they're more than just a rubberized skin-- these puppies have rubberized PVC layered on top of an aluminum core! They're gonna ship sometime in June (hey...that's in 10 minutes!), and if you pre-order one, you can save 15 percent. The ShockShell sells for $35, or get three of them for just $84.99. (from iPoding) Friday, May 27, 2005Thursday, May 26, 2005Bike Holder for Marware iPod SportSuit Do you ever want to take your iPod Mini on a bike ride and not have to pull over to change the volume or skip a track? The Marware Bike Holder for SportSuit is the solution.Of course, you can't use the Bike Holder without also owning a Marware SportSuit for your iPod Mini (there are several varieties), but the bike holder is cheap enough it might be worth buying a SportSuit just to use it. The holder attaches to your handlebar, displaying your iPod Mini at a great angle for viewing and accessing the controls. The bike holder works with all SportSuit, TrailVue, and MetroVue cases. Get one now for just $7.95 from everythingiPod. Monday, May 23, 2005ezPower Wall Charger for iPod Shuffle If you find yourself away from your computer and your iPod Shuffle battery is getting low, ezGear has a solution: the ezPower Wall Charger for iPod Shuffle.Nothing too sexy here-- just a wall plug, a cord, and a USB connector that allows you to recharge your iPod anywhere there's an outlet. Get one for $22.98. Thursday, May 19, 2005iBeam turns Pod into Flashlight Here's a gift for your favorite iPod owner ('cuz they probably won't get it for themselves): Griffin's iBeam, the flashlight/laser pointer adapter for your iPod.This looks almost as silly as the April Fools joke known as the PodShave, but I believe the iBeam is a legitimate product. Just attach the iBeam to your recent-model iPod or iPod Mini and it begins emitting photons (it draws power from your iPod battery, of course). Patrick Norton has written an in-depth review (is that possible?) of the iBeam over at ExtremeiPod, and he points out it's one terrible shortcoming: You can't listen to music and find your way out of the woods at the same time. The iBeam retails for $19.99, but you can get it at Amazon for just $11.99. (from ExtremeiPod) Tuesday, May 17, 2005PocketParty Speakers for iPod Shuffle Okay, this is pretty creative: PodGear will soon be shiping a miniature boom box designed specifically for the iPod Shuffle.The PocketParty Shuffle runs on a single AA battery, providing 1 watt of total power. The Ipod Shuffle attaches right to the top of the PocketParty (yep-- that's the Shuffle sittin' on top of it). According to PodGear's website, it can even be worn around the neck. The PocketParty Shuffle will be ready in about a month and sell for around 25 pounds. (from iPodLounge) Saturday, May 14, 2005Podcasts of Sirius Satellite Radio
Podcasting is getting a lot of attention lately-- and here's the biggest news yet: Sirius Satellite Radio has decided to begin distributing one of its programs as podcasts.
From Wired: Sirius Satellite Radio is latching onto the podcasting phenomenon, launching a show later this month that will feature a daily selection of the increasingly popular do-it-yourself audio programs. (from the MethodShop) Wednesday, May 11, 2005Backup Battery for iPod If your iPod battery runs low at home, plug it in to your Mac. If it runs low in the car, plug it in to the DC power adapter. But what if it's going dead on the beach? On the subway? In the forest? I found the answer: The TuneJuice.This little gizmo holds a single 9-volt battery and up to 8 hours of additional play time. It connects to any iPod with a dock connector (which includes the iPod Mini). The TuneJuice retails for $19.99, and Amazon has it for $18.04. (from the MethodShop) Tuesday, May 10, 2005iPod Handbag/Shoulder Bag Forget the boombox-- Brighton has introduced a handbag and a shoulder bag for iPod, and they have integrated powered speakers.The bags are synthetic leather, with your iPod residing in a clear vinyl pocket for all to see (hmm.. a bag that says "Steal me!"). Apparently, the click wheel can be used without having to remove the iPod itself. Your iPod connects to the applifier/speakers with a stereo mini plug inside the bag. The amplifier boasts a maximum output of 0.5W per channel, and uses four AAA batteries. Still not available in the states, but you can get one for 12,000 Yen. (from Gizmodo) Friday, May 06, 2005New Designer Cases From NikkiPod Nikkipod has new Classic Series cases for the Ipod shuffle. These cases come in 7 different designs.The cases have a protective water-resistant vinyl outside casing and on the interior is soft cotton. They also have a Velcro opening and a belt strap. These Classic Series cases are lanyard friendly! At the top of the cases there is a small opening where headphones go through for easy listening. Get one of the seven different Classic Series cases for $12.00 each. Tuesday, May 03, 2005Retractable Audio Cable for iPod PodGear has introduced a retractable audio cable for dock-connector iPods which will connect them to just about any stereo system.The AudioBuddy has a 3.5mm minijack stereo male connector, and also comes with an adapter which splits the audio channels out to two RCA male connectors. when fully extended, the cable reaches a length of 70 cm (about 27 inches). It works for every iPod currently sold except the Shuffle. Get one at iPodWorld for just 15 pounds. |
