News, reviews and articles about cases and covers for phones, tablets and more.
REVIEW – We live in a world where most gadgets are made from plastic or metal, and where they are often more functional than beautiful. Last year I reviewed a pair of handmade, leather wallets from Godbolé, and I fell in love with their craftsmanship and the beauty of full grain leather. Can this same […]
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REVIEW – Apple has gotten a LOT of my money this year. In May I decided to switch from my Hauwei P30 Pro to an iPhone 11 Pro Max and then just a week ago I received a shiny new iPhone 12 Pro Max. Despite their new frosted glass backs, iPhones are notoriously slippery. I
Pitaka Air and MagEZ iPhone 12 Pro Max case review Read More
REVIEW – I have loved notebooks, diaries, and journals since I was a young kid. As an adult, my fondness for stationery has gotten a little more refined. These days I don’t settle for a composition book and a Bic pen. I want my notebooks to feel AND look unique. One way to do this
LeCow custom leather Traveler’s Notebook cover review Read More
NEWS – Well, the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are finally here, but I’m holding out for the Pro Max. Of course, I’m going to need a case to protect and show off my new phone. I’m a big fan of what they do over at Totallee. They make minimalistic cases that are incredibly thin,
Show off the design of your iPhone 12 Pro Max with these ultra thin cases from Totallee Read More
REVIEW – When you have a flagship phone, you want to show it off. Traditional phone cases tend to add bulk and make your investment look bland and ordinary. Wraps, on the other hand, can give your gadget a distinctive look and even a new feel. Toast – who makes wraps for pretty much anything
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NEWS – When I think about my first smartphone from years ago and compare it to today’s smartphones, I am always so amazed at how far technology has advanced. The smartphones of today are lighter, thinner, and so much smarter. Each time I get a new phone, it is so much more capable than the
The New iPhone 12 cases by Smartish add more smarts to your smartphone Read More
NEWS – Saddleback Leather keeps the new goodies coming faster than I can keep up with them! We’ve seen new style big and small backpacks, a new briefcase, and even a phone stand in recent weeks. The latest addition is in the small carry category, specifically a large version of their leather notebook covers .
REVIEW – Back in February, I reviewed the PITAKA Air iPhone 11 series case and loved it. I typically go case-less (aka naked) with at most a thin skin to add grippability to my very slick iPhone. But the PITAKA Air’s minimalistic design, high tech material, and build quality convinced me otherwise…the case hasn’t been
PITAKA MagEZ case for the iPad Pro and Apple Magic Keyboard review Read More
REVIEW – AirPods might be polarizing for people, but there certainly are a lot of them out there in daily use. The introduction of AirPod Pros changed the game for me because they finally fit in my ears. And while the idea of a case for your AirPods case will rankle some users, there are
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REVIEW – I want to see a show of hands, how many of you love leather AND pens AND notebooks? Then here is a wonderful accessory to add to your collection of stationery storage gear. It’s the zippered leather 10-slot pen case from Galen Leather Co. Let’s check it out. What is it? The zippered
Galen Leather Co. zippered leather 10-slot pen case review Read More
REVIEW – Do you use a case on your phone? I always have. I’ve dropped my phone way too many times to trust myself not to break them. If you use a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone I recommend checking out the Evutec AER-SPORT with AFIX+ Vent Mount. There are versions for iPhones and a couple
Evutec AER-SPORT with AFIX+ Vent Mount for Samsung S20 | S20+ | S20 Ultra Review Read More
REVIEW – With the rise in popularity of attachable phone grips, like the PopSocket, it’s nice to have alternatives like the CLCKR Stand & Grip Case. How does it compare? What is it? The CLCKR Stand & Grip Case is an iPhone case with a unique, pop-out grip integrated into the back that snaps and
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REVIEW – With the popularity of AirPods Pro, companies have produced a range of ways to protect and transport these expensive and vulnerable devices. One such case company is BitPlay, who has a trio of colors for their AirPods Pro Tough Case. I was sent several to test and am ready to report. What is
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NEWS – Nite Ize is a gadget company in the truest sense of the word. Their small but versatile and very useful products range from all sorts of small flashlights to phone accessories, to their S-Biner liner of double-hook carabiners that EDC fans love. We’ve even reviewed quite a few of their products. Venturing a bit
Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof cases will keep your gear dry Read More
REVIEW – You just picked up that shiny new smartphone – you know, the one that was just released? The same one you just dropped, shattering the front and back glass and denting the corner? Kind of makes you shudder, doesn’t it? The thought of your precious new tech going from new hotness to old
ITSKINS Samsung S20 Ultra phone case review Read More
NEWS – Looking for a unique case to protect your AirPods? elago has the case for you – the Mini Car AirPods Case for AirPods 1 & 2. The case accommodates AirPods 1 and 2, comes with a keychain, and is made out of silicone which provides great drop protection. And the headlights and taillights
REVIEW – iPads are great devices, and the Apple Pencil really adds functionality for many, but carrying both items around can be tough. STM (Smarter Than Most), the venerable bag and case maker, has come up with a new option to address both issues: the STM DUX series. This is a mil-spec one piece case
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REVIEW – Some items are very much personal choices: phone cases, shoulder bags, etc. The fit/feel/function just has to line up on all counts for something to fit one’s routine. I have family members who are hard on their phones, and opt for thickness, cushion, and protection in their phone case selection. Other colleagues
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NEWS – Hey! Do you folks remember when we rode in airplanes regularly? And we actually left the house to “go to work?” Yeah, me neither. But the fine folks at WaterField Bags in San Francisco are providing inspiration toward the end of sheltering in place and resuming air travel and once again enjoying this
WaterField is preparing us for “the other side” with their new Air Caddy Read More
NEWS – Bored with the look of your old MacBook Pro? Twelve South is here to inject a little color into your life with ColorKit for MacBook. ColorKit allows you to change the color of your MacBook Pro from the inside out. The kit includes wraps to cover the top, bottom, and deck of your
Take your MacBook from Blah to Ahhh with ColorKit Read More