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Protect your iPhone 5 with Griffin’s Survivor + Catalyst waterproof case

By Janet Cloninger / January 10, 2013 / News / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone 5, Waterproof case / Leave a Comment

griffin survivor plus catalyst case iphone 5

The Survivor + Catalyst case for iPhone 5 from Griffin is waterproof to 3 meters and has an IP68 rating; you can even take photos and videos underwater. Griffin consulted the U.S. Department of Defense’s Mil-Std 810G regulations when designing the case, so it’s proof against 6-foot drops onto cement, wind-blown rain, and vibrations. It has […]

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Chisel out some space for an iPad mini or iPhone charging dock

By Janet Cloninger / January 4, 2013 / News / charging dock, iOS, iPad mini, iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5 / 2 Comments

These charging docks from iSkelter look like no others I’ve seen. The Chisel docks for iPad mini, iPhone 4/4S, or iPhone 5 are made of bamboo. Space for the device has been “chiseled” out of the block of wood, and a channel controls the charging cable to prevent tangles. The stands can be used horizontally

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iPhone Wrist Strap

By Janet Cloninger / December 4, 2012 / News / iOS, iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5 / 5 Comments

I read recently that the little wrist strap was added to the newest version of the iPod touch to make it easier/safer to use as a camera. I think more people probably use an iPhone as a camera, so where’s the optional wrist strap for them? Photojojo has it, at least for the iPhone 4/4S

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M-Edge announces the Trina Turk for M-Edge Collection

By Janet Cloninger / November 19, 2012 / News / Android, Cases and Covers, iOS, iPad, iPhone 5, Kindle Fire, Laptop Sleeve, Laptops and Gear / 1 Comment

M-Edge is a long-time producer of cases and covers for eBook readers, tablets, and other gadgets. They have just announced the Trina Turk for M-Edge Collection of accessories designed with colorful Trina Turk signature prints. There are a couple of book-style covers for the Kindle Fire or the iPad that incorporate satin fabrics with microfiber

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id America Cushi Original 3D Padded Skin and Cushi Band for iPhone 5 review

By Janet Cloninger / November 16, 2012 / Reviews / Bumper case, Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone 5 / Leave a Comment

When I got my first iPhone, the iPhone 4, I put Apple’s Bumper case on it as soon as I took the phone from the box. I really liked that minimal case, and I used it for many months. I finally replaced it with a case that also protected the back of the phone, but

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Using an old Apple iPad keyboard dock with your iPhone 5

By Andy Chen / October 20, 2012 / Articles / Do-It-Yourself, Dock, iOS, iPhone 5, Keyboard, USB / 37 Comments

So, got a new iPhone 5 but can’t find a charging dock? Bluetooth keyboards aren’t your style? Well, do you have an Apple iPad keyboard dock? All you’ll need is the Apple’s $29 Lightning to 30-pin Adapter.

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Waterfield SFBags iPhone 5 Cases

By Ian Lim / September 16, 2012 / News / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone 5, iPhone/iPod case, Wallets / 2 Comments

Waterfield has released a new range of cases and wallets for the iPhone 5. There are five different solutions: the iPhone Wallet, the iPhone Hint, the iPhone Smart Case, the iPhone Suede Jacket and the Phone Travel Case. The cases give you the flexibility to carry as much or as little as you want with your phone. Prices range between $10 –

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Julie’s Gadget Diary – I’ve Decided Not to Order the iPhone 5

By Julie Strietelmeier / September 14, 2012 / Articles / gadget diary, iOS, iPhone 5 / 47 Comments

I sorta hesitate to post this for the world to see because I’ve been known to change my mind. A lot. After feeling more fizzle than sparkle about Wednesday’s iPhone 5 unveiling, I’ve been going back and forth in my mind about my decision to pre-order one. I have been saving my Verizon upgrade since

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Apple’s “Let’s Talk iPhone” event wasn’t just about the iPhone

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 4, 2011 / News / Apple, iOS, iPhone, iPhone 5 / 34 Comments

Along with thousands (millions?) of other geeks, I have been pressing refresh on my browser for the past hour and a half trying to get the latest Apple news via the various live blogging sites which have been crashing with all the traffic. I’m not sure if I remember ever having this much trouble with

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