It was only a matter of time before the iPhone accessories started pouring in. iSkin has also jumped into this lucrative bandwagon and unveiled their new iPhone case; iSkin Revo recently. The Revo carries on the iSkin legacy of silicone and the ViSOR protects the iPhone from those horrid scratches. The iSkin Revo will hit the shelves by July and would retail for around 40 dollars.
The IOGEAR GBHFK201W6 Bluetooth Speakerphone is the latest mobile accessory on the block. Those who find Bluetooth headsets a pain can indulge in handsfree calling without any hassles. The Speakerphone comes bundled with a Sun Visor clip and the included car charger is a thoughtful addition. Compatible with almost all Bluetooth mobile phones under the sun, the GBHFK201W6 has a Talk Time of eight hours. It is now shipping for US$138.
ThinkGeek Bluetooth Retro Handset is a throwback to the forgotten era and we give it thumbs up for its inspired design. The headset looks like an ordinary receiver but hooks up to any Bluetooth enabled phone. You can charge this uber cool device via an USB connection.
# Make and receive calls
# Approximately 30 ft range
# Works with Bluetooth V1.0, 1.1, 1.2
# Blue LED indicates function mode
# Comes with: Handset, USB cable, Instructions
You thought only Jessica Alba curves inspired the swimsuit industry? Apparently Apple’s iPhone is quite a hot number in its own right hence the Bikini Case by Incipio, which is available in 14 tantalizing colors! If the Bikini is too hot to handle then there is always the more prudent Executive Case. We sure live in strange times!
Sony Ericsson has been in an overdrive mode these days and the products announcements are just not stopping. The company recently unveiled its new HGE-100 GPS Enabler which is compatible with most latest SE phones and comes equipped with full navigational capabilities. It also includes a nifty Sports feature that keeps a record of the user’s training sessions. The GPS also moonlights as a hands free and will be available by Q3 2007.
Go Green is a cause, which we all need to support and now even the mobile industry is jumping on this bandwagon. Orange UK recently exhibited an innovative mobile phone charger prototype, which is powered solely by wind energy. Designed by Professor Shashank Priya from the University of Texas, the off grid wind-powered portable phone charger was made keeping in mind the unpredictable English Weather.
Hattie Evans, Head of Sponsorship at Orange, said "As official communications partner of Glastonbury Festival, it is important that we continue to innovate and demonstrate how mobile technology can make festival life a little bit easier, whilst respecting Glastonbury's commitment to being environmentally aware. It is a small way that festival goers can enjoy their mobile phones when and where they need them while they are at the festival."
The Logitec LIC-TRA056SD is ideal for journalists, businessmen and sneaky little buggers all seeking to record their telephonic conversations. The MP3 voice recorder can be hooked to a phone and includes an USB Port and a SD Card Slot. The onboard 128MB of flash memory ensures enough storage capacity to records hours of scintillating conversations.
Computex saw some pretty innovative gadgets that ranged from the surreal to the sublime. Case in point the Darfon Bluetooth keypad that seeks to makes your mobile phone’s keypad redundant! Quite a lofty goal, don’t you think? The device can be worn as a lanyard and just dial your chosen destination without taking out your cell phone.
Sony Japan announced the 1GB Sony MS-A1GD Memory Stick Micro M2 for Sony Ericsson Phones. The MicroSD Card is only 1.2mm thin and also comes bundled with a M2 adaptor. Sony is also expected to ship the 4GB Version of the card soon.
The Sony HBH-DS200 Bluetooth Headset has been approved by the almighty FCC. Sony has signed a temporary confidentiality agreement with the FCC, which translates to ‘No Details’ for now! However all is not lost and we know that the headset will be available in colors like Silver, Hearty Red, and Noble Black.
Apple fans are not the only one excited about the iPhone. Numerous accessories makers are jumping on the lucrative iPhone bandwagon including Gomadic who’s Horizontal Leather Case with Belt Clip/Loop for the Apple iPhone is available on Amazon! It retails for 40 bucks and does a good job in protecting your iPhone! My 2 cents ?If I owe an iPhone (which I will definitely one day), I will make sure the whole world sees it! Subtlety is passé!
There is a very thin line between uber cool and geeky cool and we are not sure where the BlueQ Bluetooth Wristband stands! The wristband starts vibrating whenever your phone rings ensuring that you never miss any calls (even your mums)! Pretty cool and if the Marilyn Monroe inspired wristband doesn't catch your fancy, then check out the BlueQ website for more motifs!
You know the world is stoked about the iPhone when they start lining up accessories even before the phone releases! Chinese manufactures in their true enterprising style lined up a whole plethora of iPhone cases at the HK Electronics & Computer Fair! While I always admire any kind of initiative, I hope for their sake that Steve Job doesn't change the specs of the iPhone!
The Powerpal battery pack is quite nifty as it lets you charge your mobile phones on the go. The battery pack comes equipped with multiple interchangeable connector tips and draws it juice from a single AA battery. One can also charge their iPods on the go.
While I refuse to join the camera phone bandwagon (maybe because I fancy myself as a photographer) however for many a camera is must in phones! Thus Sony Ericsson users will dig the Sony Ericsson IPK-100 Camera Phone Kit which includes a protective case, a tripod connector, a clip and a micro tripod for combating image blur! Expect the Camera Phone Kit IPK-100 to hit the shelves by second quarter of 2007.