According to the box for the i5 Speak Easy Neck it (that's "neck it" not "naked"), an iPhone is lost every five second. This means that by the time you read this sentence, and iPhone is now lost. Hopefully, it wasn't yours. The i5 Speak Easy comes with a lanyard attachment that is easily detachable at the touch of a button. In case you are worried about the strength of … [Read more...] about Speak Easy for the iPhone 5 from EK USA
iPhone Accessories
The Aud 5 High-Fidelity Speaker and Lightning Dock for the iPhone 5, from iLuv
I think that the day that Apple changed their 30-pin connector killed a lot of business of iPod/iPhone docks. There was a time when the iPod dock was big, but that Lightning connector sort of changed everything. Fortunately, iLuv, who has made some great products like the Mobicup, has the Aud 5. I was fortunate enough to try it out, and I have to say it put out a lot of … [Read more...] about The Aud 5 High-Fidelity Speaker and Lightning Dock for the iPhone 5, from iLuv
DiCAPac Waterproof Case for Smartphones
I have reviewed waterproof cases for smartphones, like the Armor case for the Galaxy S III and the iPhone 5. Most of these cases are specialty cases made for a specific phone, but I like DiCAPac's approach. I had a chance to try out the WP-C1, and it is great because it is made for all kinds of phones. It works with a Ziploc top, and then two velcro locks. It was … [Read more...] about DiCAPac Waterproof Case for Smartphones
Zyroshell Phone Cradle
After reviewing the TYLT Capio Universal Car Mount, I am seeing a trend with the stands that I review. They seem to have some weird sticky stuff to put a phone on so it can hold it in place. This is the case of the Zyroshell, which is a cradle that can open up to rotate 180 degrees. You can then stick your phone or tablet on the circle of stickiness, and it holds about a … [Read more...] about Zyroshell Phone Cradle
Ampjacket turns up the sound for the iPhone
I suppose that a lot of iPhone users want to be free of the tangle of earbuds, and if you don't want to invest in a pair of wireless headphones or earbuds, you might want to just get an amplifier. The Ampjacket from Kubxlab (I have no idea how to pronounce that) and it is a way to get some kickin' sound from your iPhone 5. All that is required is just attaching it to the … [Read more...] about Ampjacket turns up the sound for the iPhone
Poppy allows shooting of 3D videos on the iPhone, Viewmaster style!
I am not certain if we really want 3D, as this come-and-go fad might have peaked shortly after Avatar was released. Still, if you want to take 3D videos and photos on your iPhone, you might want to look into a Kickstarter project called Poppy. Poppy is a non-electronic way of making 3D, which works a lot like a Viewmaster. You know, that toy from the seventies that gave … [Read more...] about Poppy allows shooting of 3D videos on the iPhone, Viewmaster style!
Put a bird on it with Toast smartphone cases
In case you don't get that headline, you need to start watching Portlandia, and IFC sketch comedy show that I, who lives in the Northwest, can utterly relate to. On the show, the main characters of Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein talk about how they "put birds on things". The sketch has a terrific payoff, and Toast, a company based in Portland, has put a bird on this … [Read more...] about Put a bird on it with Toast smartphone cases
Olloclip presents the Quick-Flip Case
You might remember a device that we have reported on known as the OlloClip, from the company of the same name. If you aren't familiar with it, it is a lens for the iPhone with a fish-eye and 10x multiplier. You can read about that one here. You can see the Olloclip in the upper left hand corner of the image, but what is that thing on the upper right hand corner, you ask? … [Read more...] about Olloclip presents the Quick-Flip Case
Tribeca, Part 1: Herringbone Hardshell and Artisan Series, Maple
You may have noticed the "Part 1" in the headline, which means that I will be discussing Tribeca in more than one article. Today, I will be discussing two types of iPhone cases from Tribeca. The first will be the Fabric Hardshell for the iPhone 5, the Black and White Herringbone. I looked up "herringbone" on a search engine, and it describes a pattern of fabric with … [Read more...] about Tribeca, Part 1: Herringbone Hardshell and Artisan Series, Maple
Griffin presents the Survivor
So, what can I say about the Survivor case from Griffin Technology? I would have to say that we have covered items similar to it like the ones from Otterbox. Again, what can I say. The Survivor case can protect against the big four: Sand/dust, vibration, shock/drop, and wind/rain. Yeah, we have seen this before, and when I tried out, here's what I think. I will say … [Read more...] about Griffin presents the Survivor
The Rapture Elite, Aero, and Ekon Cases from Cellairis
I have reviewed Cellairis products before, such as that Stand-up Folio for the new iPad. I now have the chance to review three different iPhone 5 cases from the company, the Aero, the Rapture Elite, and the Ekon. I'll start with the Aero, and the one that you see in the image is known as gunmetal. I wouldn't say that this is gun metal, as it doesn't feel metallic at all. … [Read more...] about The Rapture Elite, Aero, and Ekon Cases from Cellairis
Kensington presents the Proximo Starter Kit
I first saw the Proximo at CTIA, but I was a little confused about how it works. I managed to get a chance to try it out, and I found it completely needed. Proximo is an App-enabled monitoring system. This means that you can take these fobs and use your iPhone to keep tabs on them. You see the fob with the button? Say you can't find your iPhone, so you can just push a … [Read more...] about Kensington presents the Proximo Starter Kit
WWDC 2013 shows off iOS 7
This is going to be a pretty interesting week. WWDC 2013, Apple's Worldwide Developers' Conference, is getting all Macheads in a great frenzy, and E3, the world's biggest video games conference, should be more than enough for all gamers. WWDC has announced iOS7, and I find it odd that there will not be a new version of the iPhone this year. At least, it doesn't look like … [Read more...] about WWDC 2013 shows off iOS 7
Carson Optical LensMag for the iPhone 5 magnifies your view
For those who are looking for a little more magnification on their iPhone's camera should look to Carson Optical at some of their particular products, or the OlloClip. The LensMag, or ML-515, is a 2-pack of magnifiers that are designed to affix to the corner of an iPhone 5 magnetically. You can stick a 10X power or a 15X power, and the results are similar to a microscope. … [Read more...] about Carson Optical LensMag for the iPhone 5 magnifies your view
A review of three caes from Case-Mate
I had a pretty good show at CTIA 2013, and just got home yesterday to see an abundance of Case-Mate products waiting for me to review. I'll start with the Rosewood model for the iPhone 5. This Rosewood is apparently inspired by vintage automotive interiors. I'm not certain if the wood contrasts or compliments the aluminum, but either way, it works so well as an aesthetic … [Read more...] about A review of three caes from Case-Mate