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GOATcase develops anti-gravity case for iPhone and Samsung Galaxy phones

By Neil Henning / August 1, 2016 / News / Android, Camera gear, Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone / 18 Comments

Selfie takers take notice, GOATcase has developed an anti-gravity case that will stick to any smooth surface. To accomplish this it uses “nano suction technology” which is really just a fancy term for many tiny suction cups. GOATcase claims that the case will adhere to smooth surfaces like wood, a whiteboard, metal, mirrors, and a computer screen. They […]

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Burkley Snap-On Credit Card Slot iPhone 6s case review

By Lex Baer / July 20, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone Case / Leave a Comment

I have just had the opportunity to review a second Burkley case. That’s an unusually generous offer from the Burkley folks, and there is a paragraph later, for those who are interested, about why that should be. How do I like it? How does it fit the iPhone 6s? Let’s see.

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Pyle lights you up with their new Lite-Me Selfie Lighted Smart Case for iPhone

By Julie Strietelmeier / June 30, 2016 / News / Camera gear, Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone accessory / Leave a Comment

Great pictures require great lighting, and that includes selfie pics. iPhone owners who want to capture that perfect Blue Steel pout should check into Pyle’s new Lite-Me Selfie Lighted Smart Case for the iPhone 6s or 6s Plus. The Lite-Me case features bright LEDs that are built into the case’s frame and a 1750 mAh

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Galen Leather large Moleskine notebook cover review

By Julie Strietelmeier / June 28, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, Notebooks / 4 Comments

Galen Leather is a company located in Istanbul Turkey (Est. 2012) that makes handcrafted leather iPad covers, laptop sleeves, wallets, bags, notebook covers and more. They sent me one of their large Moleskine notebook covers to review and it was love at first sight. Let me show you why.

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Toast Nexus 6p leather skin review

By Dave Rees / June 17, 2016 / Reviews / Android, Cases and Covers, Skin / Leave a Comment

Earlier this year I reviewed the Toast wood skin for the Nexus 6p. Its unique material and precision design, while adding little to no bulk was just the minimalistic protection I wanted for my Nexus 6p. Add in the fact, it adhered directly to my device greatly reducing the chance of grit and grime building up

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CaseMade iPad Pro Thin Case review

By Smythe Richbourg / June 10, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPad Pro / 4 Comments

The iPad Pro (12.9″) is a bold move for Apple. Being a huge, thin slab of glass, and being a bit heavier than previous versions of the popular tablet means that damage from that ever-present enemy of all things technical – gravity – is a potential issue that needs to be taken into consideration. CaseMade

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Tashtego Roll-up Travel Kit review

By Smythe Richbourg / June 8, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, Crowdfunded, Travel Gear / 1 Comment

Packing for travel is a pain sometimes. You need clothes, various charging cables, and, of course, your toiletries. I generally pack fewer items in this category than my Lovely Bride, since I’m willing to wash my hair with whatever soap is available and use one lotion for skin, hair, and face. (Coconut oil is wonderful!)

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SENA Leather Case for Apple Watch review

By Janet Cloninger / May 17, 2016 / Reviews / Apple Watch, Cases and Covers, Watches and Clocks / Leave a Comment

The Apple Watch Sport doesn’t come with a charging case or dock, just a charging cable. You’ll either have to charge your Watch as it lays on a table, putting it at risk of not being seen when you drop something else on the table, or you’ll have to purchase a third-party charging stand of

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Mujjo’s Carry-On Folio Sleeve lets you keep a grip on your Macbook

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 15, 2016 / News / Cases and Covers, Macbook accessory / Leave a Comment

Mujjo’s Carry-On Folio Sleeve for the 12 inch Macbook combines full grain vegetable tanned leather, felted wool and gun-metal hardware to create a stylish case that looks great while protecting your laptop and other daily essentials. This is a compact case that has been designed with portability in mind and features a unique handle that

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These leather and wood cases from tmbr. make me want an iPhone

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 12, 2016 / News / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone Case / Leave a Comment

I’m happy with Android and haven’t used an iPhone as my main phone for years. But dang it if these new leather and wood iPhone cases from tmbr. don’t make me seriously think about switching back. These cases combine two of my favorite natural materials: wood and leather. They are available for the iPhone 6

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Toast Nexus 6p wood skin review

By Dave Rees / May 9, 2016 / Reviews / Android, Cases and Covers, Skin / 9 Comments

I often waffle between wanting to use my device naked (aka no case) and using a big, bulky case to protect my coveted smartphone. Typically what I do falls between the two extremes with some sort of slim case that provides a moderate degree of protection without giving up too much of the devices sleek

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Minimalist iPhone “case” takes naked to another level

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 8, 2016 / News / Bumper case, Cases and Covers, iOS / Leave a Comment

I prefer Android OS to iOS, but I often flirt with the idea of going back to using an iPhone as my primary phone because iPhones get all the cool add-on accessories like the DxO camera and these cool corner bumper protectors from Corners4. Made in the USA from machined and cast aluminum, these bumpers

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LEGO + Macbook cover = Geek dreams do come true

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 4, 2016 / News / Cases and Covers, LEGO, Macbook / Leave a Comment

Check out the Brik Books Build-On Macbook Cover. This LEGOtastic cover from ThinkGeek is a grey baseplate that snaps onto your Macbook without using adhesive and is compatible with LEGO, Mega Bloks, and KRE-O building bricks. You have to supply the bricks and the Macbook. Compatible and non-compatible versions listed below: 11″ Macbook Air (A1465)

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Burkley Cover Walletcase for Apple iPad Air 2 / iPad Pro 9.7 review

By Lex Baer / April 29, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPad Pro / Leave a Comment

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I love leather. Whenever I am strolling and shopping as a tourist, I always stop in leather shops. So when I had the chance to spend some time with a Burkley Leather case for my brand new iPad Pro 9.7, I quickly volunteered. A week later, I “woke up” and discovered I really wanted only a one night stand

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Get a Loopy Case and StoptheDrop™

By Leslie Hosmer / April 29, 2016 / News / Cases and Covers / Leave a Comment

Whenever I look like I need help carrying things, which is quite often apparently, I tend to hear, “Hey, let me help you with that!” My snarky response if I have the situation well under control is, “C’mon, I could do this with a baby on each hip, but thanks for asking.” Sometimes it turns

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Mujjo Leather iPhone case review

By Smythe Richbourg / April 23, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPhone Case, Leather / Leave a Comment

Ah, leather! Such a nice feel, and so easy on the eyes. I have always preferred it to the various synthetics. I especially like the finishes that are less polished and lend themselves to natural wear and “character building.” Recently, Mujjo has expanded their line of cases to include Apple’s newest iPhones, and they offered

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Carved Penrose Slim Wood iPhone case review

By Smythe Richbourg / March 24, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, iOS, wood / Leave a Comment

I’ve mentioned before that I love natural surfaces – wood, leather, and stone stir something calming and satisfying in my spirit. I have a beautiful teak dining table that I use as my desk. There’s an old oak library table that used to be in my grandparents’ study across the room where I have my

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WaterField Designs unveils new Atelier iPad Pro Gear cases

By Julie Strietelmeier / March 22, 2016 / News / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPad Pro / Leave a Comment

San Francisco based WaterField Designs has announced a new line of premium leather gear for the Apple iPad Pro. The new Atelier iPad Pro Gear cases include an Apple Pencil Case and an iPad Gear Case. Both are designed to hold the Apple Pencil. The smaller Pencil case is a minimalist case just for the

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BUMPRZ 2 “Anti-Case” for iPhone 6/6s/Plus review

By Lex Baer / March 20, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, Crowdfunded, iOS / 4 Comments

To case or not to case, that is the question. Whether ’tis nobler in the mind to suffer the dangers of outrageous clumsiness, or to cover the beauteous iPhone and by opposing the dangers end them. (Too much?) I really enjoy the beautiful design of iPhones, I hate to hide their elegance, and I’m careful

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Inateck MP1305 iPad Pro/MacBook Air sleeve review

By Howard Sneider / March 3, 2016 / Reviews / Cases and Covers, iOS, iPad sleeve / Leave a Comment

Finding the perfect laptop sleeve is a lesson in compromise. The optimal design most people seek is a balance between protection, fashion, storage and utility. Just exactly what qualities are most important is based on one’s own proclivity for each feature. The Inateck MP1305 sleeve delivers a fashion forward design with the ability to prop up the computer for video playback or

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