Before you get all “Oh, that comment was so heartless” on us, we will say that the spectacles you’re peeping above are still a concept for now, though we wouldn’t be surprised at all to hear that Kanye himself eventually funds their commercialization. At any rate, designers Hyun-Joong Kim and Kwang-Seok Jeong should be mighty proud of their concoction, which integrates dye solar cells into fashion-forward sunglasses in order to power your pocketable gadgets. Put simply, the SIG (Self-Energy Converting Sunglasses) convert the sunlight that they’ll obviously see into usable energy, though it should be understood that these could give the impression that you’re rockin’ a head-mounted display. And we wouldn’t want that, now would we?
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These are some crazy solar charging sunglasses
Sunday, December 28th, 2008New iPod Nano 3G VideoShell from DLO
Saturday, February 23rd, 2008
Digital Lifestyle Outfitters releases the new VideoShell case for the iPod nano (with video). The VideoShell is a hard-shell case made from protective polycarbonate plastic that features a kickstand in the rear of the case for hands-free video viewing. The stand elevates and holds the nano without limiting access to the dock connector and headphone jack, and the case also features a beveled opening for access to the Click Wheel, as well as complete open access to the Dock Connector, headphone jack, and hold switch. With its extra-strong polycarbonate outer shell and unique kickstand, the DLO VideoShell for nano combines supreme functionality with solid protection from everyday nicks and scrapes. “The case’s snap-on front ensures that the bottom is unobstructed and free for docking, so you’ll never have to take your nano out of its shell.†The DLO VideoShell for iPod nano (with video) is available now and sells for $20.
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Three New Cases for the Amazon Kindle Unveiled Today by WaterField Designs
Thursday, February 7th, 2008WaterField
Designs announces three protective cases for the Amazon Kindle: the
Kindle SleeveCase, the Kindle Travel Case and the Kindle Slip Case—all
custom-fitted to the Amazon Kindle dimensions. Each stylish case offers
protection and accessibility, while maintaining a light look and feel.
The Kindle SleeveCase
protects the Amazon Kindle with: high-grade neoprene; impact-resistant
plastic to protect the screen; a sturdy, black, ballistic nylon shell;
and a lightly padded closing flap. A rear, open-top pocket stows items
such as the USB cable and ear buds. A subtle grey-black checked fabric
trims the bottom of the case.
The Kindle Travel Case
is designed with padded, internal compartments to keep the Kindle, the
power adapter, the clip light, and any additional accessories
tangle-free and organized. Self-locking zippers on a front pocket and
on the main compartment ensure that contents don’t spill out. Available
in six vibrant colors, the water-resistant case maintains its thin,
compact shape, even when fully packed.
The Kindle Slip Case
sports the same vibrantly colored, water-resistant material on its
exterior as the Travel Case; a lightly padded, scratch-free liner; and
impact-resistant plastic to protect the screen. In the Slip Case, the
Kindle remains secure while still sliding in and out easily. The open
top provides quick access.
STM releases new laptop backpack case
Friday, February 1st, 2008
Having led the market in edgy laptop luggage design for nearly a decade, Australian company STM introduces its newest backpack.
STM’s small rogue backpack creates mischief for would-be thieves by concealing the laptop compartment from view and hiding it in an internal wall of the bag – so nobody knows you’re carrying a laptop except you.
Small rogue features STM’s unique protection system, cushioning the laptop with high density padding and a foam suspension cradle. Its clean design makes the backpack ideal for streetwear as well as the boardroom.
You’ll love the cool fabrics, texture and numerous compartments to help organise your day. The external pockets are a huge timesaver at airports, train stations and bus-stops when you need quick and easy access to your stuff.
As with all STM luggage, the small rogue has YKK zippers, duraflex buckles, high density padding and comes sized specially to fit most 13 inch screens.
Rogue will be available in retail stores in February 2008.
key features & benefits
- fits most laptops with screens up to 13″
- heavily padded laptop section with -
suspended cradle for superior protection
- ergonomic harness and shoulder straps- comfortable to carry
- tuck away rain cover
(extra protection when the weather turns)
- removable phone pouch and separate iPod pocket
- user friendly organiser section
- headphone portal and music pocket
- versatile external pockets
ezGear announces XL90 Sound Bar speaker system for Apple iPod
Wednesday, January 16th, 2008
ezGear, a leading provider of iPod accessories announces today an extension to their award winning speaker systems with the introduction of the ezGear XL90 Sound Bar speaker system for iPod. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar incorporates seven (7) speakers to provide a rich sound and full range of audio. The Main unit includes two (2) high range tweeters and four (4) midrange speakers. The separate vented sub-woofer offers strong bass.
The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar comes with an iPod dock that allows you to play your iPod through the system and also charges your iPod at the same time. The Amplifier on the XL90 offers 35 watts of pure clean sound. The front panel includes an LCD display. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar can be controlled from the front panel buttons or ezGear’s award winning remote control. The remote controls everything in the system including Bass, Treble and allows you to completely navigate your iPod menus. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar also allows you to play audio from other sources such as your TV or CD player and has a built in AM/FM radio. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar comes in a classy piano black finish and will work with all iPods.
According to Charlie Bernstein, President of ezGear, LLC, “We are always working to bring something extra for iPod users with each new product we create. Just as the ezView Leather cases have taken over the iPod touch market for protection, we believe the XL90 Sound Bar will be the new standard for iPod speaker systems. The sound is so rich and so clear, and as always, ezGear includes all the extras in this great new product. I have one in my office now and plan to put one in my home shortly.â€
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New iPhone case from Marware released
Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Marware has released a new C.E.O. style case for the Apple iPhone and iPod nano, also a Sidewinder case for iPod nano. The C.E.O. Flip Vue for iPhone is a flip style leather case that features a vertical and horizontal stand capability, a removable 360 degree rotating clip, included screen protector film and microfiber cleaning cloth. You have access to all ports and controls. The C.E.O. Cover Vue is also a flip-open leather case, featuring both a fold-back flap for screen protection, and a second, fold-under flap that offers protection for the iPhone’s Dock Connector. Other features include access to all controls and ports, vertical and horizontal stand capability, a removable 360-degree rotating ratchet clip, and included screen protector film and microfiber cleaning cloth. The C.E.O. Flip Vue and C.E.O. Cover Vue are available in brown or black leather, and sell for $30 each.
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iFrogz announces iPod case with speakers built in
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008
iFrogz has announced a new iPod case with speakers called Thumpz, a silicone iPod nano (with video) case with a built-in speaker. Thumpz has a speaker technology to offer playback without extra batteries, simply connecting to the headphone jack inside the case. Other features include an earphone port at the bottom of the case, which disables the speakers when earphones are connected, and access to the iPod’s Click Wheel. Scott Huskinson, CEO and owner of iFrogz said, “This case stands out from the millions of iPod cases as it is the perfect iPod accessory you can see and hear. We feel this is the most exciting case we have ever introduced.†Thumpz for iPod nano is available in a variety of colors and is available now for $25; iFrogz has also said that Thumpz will also be available for the iPod classic and incorporated into the Tadpole case at a future date.
iSkin releases touch for iPod Touch players
Wednesday, November 21st, 2007
the iSkin touch
for the all new and amazing iPod touch. It’s designed to perfectly
encapsulate and protect the iPod yet maintain a slim and elegant
profile – all with well thought out features. The iSkin touch also has
a unique duotone design, to add a custom sophisticated look to your
iPod touch that is anything but generic. Best of all, it has the
legendary iSkin fit and finish, and includes a removable rotary
beltclip as well as a unique touch-friendly screen film.
SendStation announces immediate availability of Dock Extender for iPod; relaunches smartCharge with Line Out for iPod
Tuesday, April 24th, 2007SendStation Systems is pleased to announce that its long awaited Dock
Extender for iPod has begun shipping. The unique Dock Extender is the
only solution on the market which allows you to dock the iPod or attach
dock-mounted accessories without constantly peeling your iPod from its
case.
It is available for USD 28.95 from the SendStation Online Store at www.sendstation.com and authorized resellers worldwide.
SendStation has also relaunched smartCharge, its popular iPod car
charger and cut its price: It now comes bundled with a special
audio-enabled USB-iPod Sync & Charge cable. It provides superior
quality sound through smartCharge’s built-in Line Out jack, for direct
connections to the Aux In jack found on many car stereos.
The new smartCharge works with all iPods with 30-pin dock connector and
the 1st generation iPod shuffle. It’s immediately available at a new
low price of USD 24.95 from the SendStation Store at www.sendstation.com and authorized resellers worldwide.
smartCharge and Dock Extender are both licensed iPod accessories, thus
carry Apple’s official Made for iPod badge.
New Spring Styles from Acme Made
Tuesday, April 24th, 2007It’s been a cold winter for a lot of us but spring is finally here and Acme Made is excited to introduce some of our own flowers to help celebrate spring. Be sure to check out our new Fleur and Pinwool woven wool/nylon blended textiles, imported from Denmark, as well as the striking Bloom White textile designed by Koloman Moser, circa 1901. Acme Made
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Yahoo to provide music services for Sandisk player
Tuesday, April 10th, 2007Sansa Connect lets users listen to typical MP3 songs, but also has a built-in Wi-Fi wireless communication connection, allowing users to download songs from Yahoo’s service without first linking to a personal computer.
The agreement, whose terms were not disclosed, pairs the Sansa Connect with both free and subscription-based services from Yahoo’s Yahoo Music service.
The device, first introduced in January, is now available for sale in the United States, according to Sandisk, which says it is the No. 2 seller in the U.S. of MP3 players, behind Apple Inc. (NasdaqGS:AAPL – News)
Hoping to lure shoppers looking for an alternative to Apple’s ubiquitous iPod, Sandisk has won over many consumers with its sleek Sansa line of digital players. But like rival consumer electronics makers Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. (005930.KS) and Sony Corp. (Tokyo:6758.T – News), the company has found it hard to gain ground against the iPod.
Apple has sold more than 70 million iPods since the product’s introduction in October 2001, and the devices now command more than a 70 percent share of the U.S. market for MP3 players, as they are also known.
Sandisk’s new device, which was among several announced at the Consumer Electronics Show in January, comes as Sandisk’s profit and shares are under pressure from steep declines in flash memory prices for gadgets like cell phones and digital cameras.
Noreve releases updated belt clip for demanding customers
Thursday, April 5th, 2007Noreve has designed an exclusive belt clip for its demanding customers.
After months of development, Noreve is proud to present its new and discreet belt clip. It is now stronger and flatter, all while keeping its great advantage of being removable.
No more belt clip hassels…This new and exclusive clip continues to give you the possibility of replacing it with the Noreve button for a completely flat back (included).
The belt clip (light and thin) has been conceived to hang flat against the body. Its rotation system allows it to swivel 360° and has 8 different blockage points. (This comes in handy when standing and sitting often; it keeps the case horizontal and in place.)
The Noreve belt clip comes with its own special screw driver.
Dock Extender for iPod available for order
Saturday, March 31st, 2007
SendStation Systems is pleased to announce that its long awaited Dock
Extender for iPod will start shipping on April 05, 2007 and is
available for order now. The Dock Extender allows you to dock the iPod
or attach dock-mounted accessories without constantly peeling your iPod
from its case. Sendstation
Belkin announces In-Desk Dock for iPod
Friday, March 30th, 2007The Dock saves your valuable desk space with an easy install right into it, through a 3-inch circular hole. You can now seamlessly charge and play your iPod as you sync it to your computer. A stereo-output jack on the Dock lets you listen to your music through your stereo, powered speakers, or headphones.
Note: Requires a 3-inch opening in your desktop or other surface. If your desk does not have a pre-drilled hole in it, you can drill one yourself using a 3-inch hole saw (requires separate purchase, not from Belkin).
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts to offer iHome clock radios
Tuesday, March 27th, 2007To further enhance its music offering, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts is rolling
out new guestroom iHomeâ„¢ clock radios
in its U.S., Canada and Caribbean properties. The new in-room stereos
features an iPod® docking station;
high-fidelity speakers that deliver astounding clarity, depth, and
power; seven time zone settings and an alarm reset feature so the clock
automatically resets the alarm for the same time the next day. Whether
traveling for business or pleasure, guests can now kick back, relax and
enjoy their personal digital music library in the comfort of their Hyatt
hotel room. Story
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Got AppleTV, you need to get some HD cables from Xtrememac
Saturday, March 24th, 2007
Apple TV is now shipping, but don’t forget the A/V cables you’ll need to connect it! XtremeHD cables are available now from Apple and XtremeMac.
Our high-quality cables make setting up Apple TV simple and affordable. Plus they are perfect for all of your audio/video components like cable and satellite receivers, DVD players, and gaming consoles.
For high-definition connections, we offer HDMI and HDMI-to-DVI cables that are fully compliant with the latest HDMI specifications. We also offer Component Video, Toslink Optical Audio, and Analog Audio cables. All XtremeHD cables are designed to exceed industry specifications, giving you first-class connectivity without breaking the bank.
SendStation intros PocketDock AV
Wednesday, March 21st, 2007endStation Systems today announced a new member to its popular PocketDock line of iPod adaptors: The PocketDock AV. The ultra-compact, thumb-sized iPod adapter provides connections for USB, line out audio, as well a both composite and S-Video, allowing you to sync & charge, attach your iPod to your home stereo and output iPod videos in supreme quality on TVs or projectors.
“The PocketDock AV is the most affordable, yet most versatile all-in-one connectivity solution for your iPod,†says André Klein, SendStation Systems’s founder. “No other option delivers the iPod’s promise on mobility as well as the PocketDocks do. The new PocketDock AV is another great example for this.â€
The package includes a stunning 4-in-1 cable for USB and AV connections, drastically reducing the cable clutter mobile users are faced with.
The PocketDock AV comes in black color and is designed to work with most iPod cases. It is built and tested to Apple standards with top-notch quality and carries Apple’s official “Made for iPod†badge.
Miglia TVMax allows for video recording to iPod and Apple TV
Friday, March 16th, 2007
A new way to add video content to any iPod or Apple TV. TVMax is a tv tuner that allows you to watch, pause and record your favority shows, kind of like a TIVO. Will record video on the fly to an iPod or Apple TV. It’s pretty well equiped with connections including coaxial, composite and S-video inputs. Miglia
Griffin TuneFlex Aux Dock, charger, and direct line-in
Friday, March 16th, 2007
TuneFlex plugs into your car’s 12 Volt accessory outlet to power
and charge your iPod. The light at the base of TuneFlex’s neck shows
its power status. TuneFlex’s charging circuitry is even equipped with a
replaceable auto fuse to keep your iPod safe from power spikes. A
low-high audio output switch ensures sound without distortion.TuneFlex is flexible at getting tunes to your audio system as well:
a built-in 1/8″ stereo line-out audio jack lets you attach the included
cable directly to your car stereo’s auxiliary input jack (hence the
“aux” in the name). Don’t have an aux-in port on your car stereo? Use
TuneFlex’s pass-through dock connector with Griffin’s iTrip FM
transmitter, SmartDeck cassette adapter, or tons of other options. (But
you might want to take a look at our RoadTrip, instead, for car stereos
without auxiliary ports.)
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Speck offers full line of Zune cases
Thursday, February 22nd, 2007
Zuneâ„¢ Executive
Enhance your Zuneâ„¢ experience with a premium, hand-crafted Executive leather case. These beautiful, textured cases are adorned with fine stitching, a smart sewn-in belt clip and screen protector.
Zuneâ„¢ Active Sport Lite
Active Sport Armband Lite is the custom neoprene armband perfect for running on a treadmill or a trail. The light-weight, adjustable armband fits arms 8-inches to 23-inches around.
Zuneâ„¢ Canvas Sport
Accessorize and protect your Zuneâ„¢ digital media player with the stylish Canvas Sport case! Inspired by classic sneakers- this case boasts a cool, sporty look and gives great protection to your Zuneâ„¢.
Zuneâ„¢ Active Sport
Designed for athletes everywhere, the Active Sport Armband is made of breathable mesh material for ultimate comfort, with an adjustable Velcro strap making it easy to get a perfect fit. Speck
Ion Portable PA System with iPod Attachment
Thursday, February 22nd, 2007
Whether it’s an outdoor party, gig, business meeting or sporting event, the iPA03 portable speaker system is the perfect mobile solution for traveling musicians, entertainers and event coordinators. With a long-lasting rechargeable battery, sturdy aluminum construction and portable design, the iPA03 can be taken anywhere and everywhere. Featuring a high-efficiency amplifier with four inputs for connecting microphones, instruments, CD/MP3 players, and a docking station for iPods, the iPA03 is sure to make your next mobile event a success.
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Speck releases Tech Syle iPod Shuffle case
Wednesday, February 21st, 2007
This unique iPod shuffle carrier is the perfect case to keep your shuffle safe and tangle-free! The durable hard shell exterior provides protection, while inside, the ingenious cable management system keeps your headphones wrapped up and ready to go. Simply snap the shuffle in, zip it up and toss it into your purse, briefcase or luggage for easy travel.
Griffin Introduces Spring Case Collection
Wednesday, February 21st, 2007Griffin’s Spring Case Collection includes:
Reflect for iPod with video & nano (MSRP – $24.99) – Find out why Griffin’s Reflect cases were the buzz of MacWorld and CES this year. Reflect’s tinted reflective polycarbonate shell protects the iPod and hides the screen from prying eyes. But whenever backlighting is activated, the screen becomes visible through the tinted case. Think of it as privacy glass for your iPod. Two Reflect models are available: one for iPod nano, and the other for 30GB, 60GB and 80GB iPod with video.
Centerstage for iPod with video with mirror finish (MSRP – $24.99) – Griffin’s Centerstage case with the integrated flip stand receives an update, adding a tinted, reflective finish. A tinted, reflective, polycarbonate shell protects the iPod and hides the screen from prying eyes, but the screen shows through whenever backlighting is active. Centerstage’s unique flip stand design uses an anodized aluminum stand to prop the case at the ideal viewing angle.
iClear Photo for iPod with video & nano (MSRP – $24.99, 19.99) – The iClear Photo case for iPod (first announced as iClear Custom) is a totally customizable clear polycarbonate case that allows you to insert your own artwork … photos of dogs in cowboy hats, drawings, tiny watercolors that reveal the depths of your innermost soul… it’s your call. The case protects both artwork and iPod in a thin, lightweight durable shell that allows access to all ports and controls. Two models are available to fit iPod nano and 30GB, 60GB and 80GB iPod with video.
Trio Plus for iPod nano (MSRP – $29.99) This update bundles interchangeable covers in assorted colors along with Griffin’s popular 3-way leather case: 1. Trio Plus’ slim inner sleeve protects the iPod, screen and all, while you use it. 2. Snap on one of the five included wraparound covers for added protection while while carrying. 3. Snap on a cover with a secure steel clip for belt, bag, or armband use on the run. Two color configurations are available: a black sleeve with red, blue and silver covers, and a white sleeve with pink, sky blue and yellow covers.
California Roll (MSRP – $19.99) – Griffin’s soft-sided roll-up case is great for stashing your iPod, earphones and other accessories in a single wrap-and-go design. California Roll uses three mesh pockets to hold your iPod snug in a no-scratch sleeve. Two additional pockets hold earphones, cords, whatever. Roll the case up and secure it with the wide elasticized fabric band. It’s free-form and efficient — perfect for riding in a computer bag, purse or backpack.
Pricing & Availability
Griffin’s new cases for iPod, priced between $19.99 and $29.99, are available now. Find them on Griffin’s website, and at major retailers throughout the globe. For more information, please visit www.griffintechnology.com.