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News, reviews and articles about iPhone, iPad and iPod devices and accessories.

HyperMac Stand – the World’s First iPad Stand and Battery

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This HyperMac Stand for iPad from HyperShop looks surprisingly like the GroovyStand Dual I reviewed some time ago.  The HyperMac Stand is made of plastic instead of wood, and it has rubberized slots to protect the iPad.  It also has two slots that can accomdate the iPad in horizontal or vertical orientation, and it will hold a naked […]

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Target Stores to Sell iPad Beginning in October

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According to many news sources on the internet, including my hometown paper, Target stores will begin selling iPads beginning October 3.  They will apparently be offering four models, both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi/3G models.  Prices will match Apple pricing, but Target credit card holders will be able to get a 5% discount on the iPad beginning October 17. 

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ElementCase Vapor Case for iPhone 4 Review

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If ever a manufacturer has handed third-party accessories manufacturers a blank check, it was Apple with the iPhone 4.  Whereas the third-party smartphone case market traditionally sets its sights on those who want to protect or personalize their phones, the widely-publicized “Antennagate” issue has effectively ensured that practically every iPhone 4 owner will purchase a

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The Cutest, Most Fun iPad Case You’ll EVER See!

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A company called Headcase makes this offically licensed Etch A Sketch case for iPad.  It looks fun, but it’s functional, too.  The case is made of impact-resistant plastic to protect the iPad.  There are rubber feet and felt backing inside the case to further protect it.  Cut-outs allow you to access all the ports and

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oStylus Capacitive Touch Screen Stylus Review

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The iPad is known to be primarily a finger driven device, but it seems to be creating a revival of the stylus. Why? People who enjoy drawing and sketching want a tool to make it easier. We’ve been reviewing several styli since the iPad’s release and today I have another. It’s the oStylus Capacitive Touch

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You Ask, We Find – Leather “Watch” Band for iPod nano (6th gen)

iLoveHandles rockband for ipod nano

A couple of days ago, Julie posted a news item about the NanoWatch silicone straps for the new iPod nano.  One of our readers – Mark Rosengarten – said he was holding out for a leather wrist strap.  A company called iLoveHandles has a black genuine leather band they call the Rock Band.  This strap

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eHolster Front Pocket Wallet – Holsters aren’t just for Cowboys

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eHolster has just introduced a new Front Pocket Wallet with Cell Phone Pouch. It’s a soft leather wallet, with a pocket to hold your phone. It has an ID slot, 2 card slots and a zippered currency slot. It has been designed to be worn in your front pocket – for guys of course 🙂

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Silicone Cover for iPod nano 6th Generation

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HandHeldItems is offering a premium silicone skin cover for the tiny new 6th-generation iPod nano.  These cases cover up the pretty metallic body of the new nano, but they protect it from scratches.  The clip and the connectors are left free; the power and volume buttons are covered by the silicone.  The cases are available

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BodyGuardz Dry Apply for iPhone 4 Review

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Are you paranoid that your shiny new iPhone 4’s display will get a nasty scratch on it? Maybe you’ve thought about protecting it with a case, but didn’t want to deal with the bulk? Or you might have considered a screen protector but installing it seemed a little intimidating. I’m not really paranoid about scratches,

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Enjoy Streaming Music on Your Apple Device with the Napster App

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Napster released an app that’s compatible with iPhone/iPod touch/iPad iOS 3.0 or later.  The Napster app is free, but it does require a $10/month service.  So long as your monthly service is current, you can listen to an unlimited number of songs on your Apple device.  You can download songs, albums, or playlists to listen even

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Starkey Labs Tunz Duo In-Ear Monitor Review

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While some earphones/headphones available for the iPhone/iPod/iPad are great, most fall into the pretty good category.  But all of them are light years better than the earbuds that come standard with your device. The difference is that noticeable. This is not a review for you who are still using earbuds, unless you KNOW how awful

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Sony ALTUS Wireless Multi-Room Music System for iPod and iPhone

sony altus wireless ipod speaker system

I’ve been spending a lot of time at the Sony website recently (trying to find out when my new Sony reader will ship), and I stumbled across a nice-looking dock and wireless speakers set for iPod/iPhone.  The ALTUS ALT-SA31IR dock charges your iPod while you listen to music in two rooms using the high-output, premium wireless speakers.  There’s

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Will the new iPod nano revive interest in wristwatches?

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Danish company NanoWatch wants you to wear the new nano on your wrist. They have designed a silicone strap with a special notch that the nano can easily clip on, turning it into a wristwatch. Available in 6 colors that match the color range of the new nano, the NanoWatch is available for € 18.00

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