Okay, we had something pretty big happen yesterday with the release of iOS7, and I have been hearing mixed reviews of it. I have a lot of people complaining about the downloading. Something tells me that Apple's help line was brimming with calls for that one. In addition to this, a lot of people are complaining about the Calendar. There have been some compliments, like … [Read more...] about Tell me what you think of iOS7
iPhone Accessories
Cases for the iPhone 5S and 5C already available from X-Doria
In all honesty, I don't really have much to report on. With the announcement of a new Apple product, all I can do is report on the accessories. I figured that I would just discuss the first press release that arrived in my InBox after the big announcement. I figured it might as well be X-Doria, as I like this company. I'll start with the Defense 720 degrees which provides … [Read more...] about Cases for the iPhone 5S and 5C already available from X-Doria
Odoyo Power+ Shell EX Rechargeable Battery Case with Kickstand for the iPhone 5
Did I mention that I was busy over the weekend? Yeah, another weekend for a writer, staying up most of the night to finish the next chapter of a book. This late morning, I woke up and found this package from Odoyo, and I don't recall ever ordering it. The Odoyo Power + Shell EX Rechargeable Battery Case with Kickstand is a product that I have seen before, as it is a case … [Read more...] about Odoyo Power+ Shell EX Rechargeable Battery Case with Kickstand for the iPhone 5
The Griffin PowerDock 5 for five iPads, iPods, or iPhones, because dang it, we need this!
Yeah, you can see that I feel very strongly about this particular issue, but if you have a workspace or any living quarters, you are going to run into an issue where a lot of people are going to charge their mobile devices all at once. In that case, you are going to need the PowerDock 5 from Griffin Technologies. This particular easy-to-assemble device has six little walls … [Read more...] about The Griffin PowerDock 5 for five iPads, iPods, or iPhones, because dang it, we need this!
Let ChromaLuxe personalize your case for your mobile device
In case you are wondering, that is me with a a customized case. If you want to know, it was made by ChromaLuxe. I never heard of ChromaLuxe before they contacted me, but I was glad that they sent me some stuff to try out. That is a Fashion Frame for the Galaxy S III that I am holding in my hand, and it is a hard shell frame with a strategically-placed hole in it for a … [Read more...] about Let ChromaLuxe personalize your case for your mobile device
Energi Sliding Power Case from TYLT
Now that I just got finished reviewing the offGRID from Incipio, I am now reviewing another battery case for the iPhone 5, this time from TYLT, another good tech company. Since I have already gone into the particulars about what a battery case can do, I will discuss what is unique about this. First, the case can easily be separated from the battery pack with ease. This … [Read more...] about Energi Sliding Power Case from TYLT
Incipio Part 4: The Stashback for the iPhone 5
I have been seeing a lot of smartphone cases, and they usually have one thing in common: they can store cash and credit cards. I am talking about cases like the QCard case by CM4. I can see why. People want less pocket bulk, and if you only need your wallet for credit cards and your driver's license, why bother with a wallet. Of course, Incipio has a bunch of products … [Read more...] about Incipio Part 4: The Stashback for the iPhone 5
Hands on with the Optrix PhotoProX
I have been reviewing a lot protective cases for the iPhone 5 like the Incipio ATLAS (see last review), and I have also been reviewing some interesting lenses for the iPhone 5 like the Olloclip. The Optrix PhotoProX is sort of a combination of both. As you can see from the picture, the PhotoProX come with four lenses. What you don't know is the four types: Low Profile, … [Read more...] about Hands on with the Optrix PhotoProX
Incipio, Part 3: The ATLAS for the iPhone 5
It seems like I have been seeing a lot of these rugged cases made for smartphones. Hopefully, you know of brands like Otterbox and Lifeproof, but have you heard of the ATLAS by Incipio? If you haven't, then you really should. It is another fine Incipio product designed to protect against water, dirt, and drops. It is definitely ready for the person who likes a little … [Read more...] about Incipio, Part 3: The ATLAS for the iPhone 5
Miveu X Kit for the iPhone 4/4S/5
It isn't every day that I review a product that can work for both the iPhone 4/4S and iPhone 5, so I got to hand it to Miveu for doing something unique with the Miveu X Kit. If you are not familiar with Miveu, it is an excellent method of mounting a phone on your person so you can record stuff from your view (hence the name Miveu some weird word mash of "my view"). It is … [Read more...] about Miveu X Kit for the iPhone 4/4S/5
The Echo and Enforcer Cases from M-Edge
I am definitely no stranger to anything M-EDGE. I have reviewed their cases and other accessories in the past, like the Incline and the Supershell. To me, the existence of M-EDGE proves to me that we live in a world where smartphone cases come and go like fashion. I had a chance to try out two of their cases, the Echo and the Enforcer. I'll go ahead and start with the … [Read more...] about The Echo and Enforcer Cases from M-Edge
Olloclip Telephoto plus Circular Polarizing Lens for the iPhone
I have reviewed products from Olloclip before, such as the lens for the iPhone 5 and the Quick-Flip Case. This particular Telephoto and Circular Polarizing Lens (CPL) is a definite step up for the company. The Telephoto and CPL lens has 2x optical magnification, and it works pretty well for that. As an added bonus, the user can easily remove the lens, flip it around, and … [Read more...] about Olloclip Telephoto plus Circular Polarizing Lens for the iPhone
Manfrotto KLYP iPhone 5 Flash
Since many of us are using our phone like we are using cameras, it stands to reason why someone would make a flash for a smartphone. This is exactly what the company Manfrotto has done with the KLYP made for the iPhone 5 and iPhone 4. I had a chance to try out the KLYP, and it reminds me of a clip on a rifle. At least the types that you see in films when an assassin snaps … [Read more...] about Manfrotto KLYP iPhone 5 Flash
The Brickcase by Smallworks
Well, I am pretty certain that you know that I am a lover of all things LEGO, as I have written two books on it. They are Pratical Lego Technics and Lego Technic Robotics, in case you might want to buy them off Amazon. I once covered a case for a smartphone that was made by Belkin, but this one is from Smallworks. As far as I am concerned, what they are doing is no small … [Read more...] about The Brickcase by Smallworks
Wyers presents Band-Era iPhone 5 case
This is one of those times where the simplest of ideas really works for the user. For those who have an iPhone attached to their hand might as well have an iPhone attached to their hand. Wyers Protective case is described as "revolutionary", and I somewhat agree with that. The strap on the back can go between your fingers, which gives you a terrific one-handed control of … [Read more...] about Wyers presents Band-Era iPhone 5 case