If you’re a road warrior who relies on having a phone/email device on you at all times, then you know there’s nothing worse than a dead battery, especially on the iPhone, where you can’t swap it out for a fresh one. There have been plenty of top-up solutions that use the 30-pin dock-connector port on the the iPhone, but many of those were originally designed for use with the iPod, and they offer only limited charging capability.
Mophie has released the first battery extender to garner “Works with iPhone” certification from Apple. The Juice Pack contains a rechargeable lithium polymer battery that will boost your iPhone’s battery life by up to 250 hours of standby, 8 hours of talk, 6 hours of Internet access, 7 hours of video playback, or 24 hours of audio playback. Or some really obscure number of hours of those features combined. Also keep in mind that it will add some extra bulk and heft to your slim iPhone, and you won’t be able to use it with most cases.
The device also has four LEDs on the back that tell you how much of the Juice Pack’s capacity is left, and a 30-pin dock-connector port on the bottom that lets you still sync the iPhone without having to take it out of the sled. It’ll cost you about $100 from Mophie’s online store or at retail locations.
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Written by Dan Moren on May 7th, 2008 with no comments.
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More hints about the appearance of the 3G iPhone have been leaked. Though the information is not confirmed, there is still an image floating around that possibly depicts the dimensions and shape of the new iPhone. This image is more of a blueprint. It is rumored that this picture was leaked to iPhone accessory manufacturers, so they could begin preparing accessories for the device ahead of time.
This image depicts quite a few valuable specifications about the new iPhone. First, it is clear it tapers off at the sides. This means it is thicker in the center of the device, then at the sides of the device. We can also see that the screen size is not going to change. It is clear that the speakers are going to be changed into larger holes as opposed to a grille. The dock connector, for whatever reason, is now rounded at the edges.
Now for that last window. It lists ‘color options’. Of these there are black and white. Ok, that is normal and expected. Wait, but what is that off maroon colored one? Well, it could be part of Apple’s PRODUCT(RED) initiative, we have seen iPods in this dress before. There is an unknown new sensor on the new iPhone. It is assumed this could be a second lower resolution camera, possibly for video chat or video calls.
[Via iLounge]
Written by Chase Higgins on May 2nd, 2008 with no comments.
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Take one pretty generic spring-loaded PDA holder, one bicycle handlebar clip and some zeitgeist branding and you get the iPhone Bike Mount Holder. Ostensibly an ideal way to both watch movies while cycling and to crash into cars and railings, USBfever are suggesting that it might be safer to just use it to play music during your eco-friendly, thigh-chafing commute. They also claim the mount is “quakeproof”, which should be a reassuring fact when you’re catching air off of the speed bumps.
Of course, this isn’t just for the iPhone, they’ve just seized on that as the gadget-of-the-moment. That doesn’t make it a bad accessory, per se, just a lazy one. An iPhone-specific cradle could’ve recharged your cellphone via one of those generators that more usually powers a lamp.
If you’re still interested (and I suppose it’s safer than digging around in your bag or pocket whenever you want to change the track), it’s available now and priced at $14.99. Alternatively, you could make your own. eBay has plenty of PDA holders listed from $0.99, and you could salvage the mount from an old bike light.
[via Red Ferret Journal]
Written by Chris Davies on April 30th, 2008 with no comments.
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It is true that the earbuds that Apple ships with their iPods and iPhones are not the most comfortable. They have gotten a little better, as the newer ones are much less unpleasant than the original earbuds. While I would not say the sound on the earbuds are horrible, they still just do not provide the best sound quality. Thankfully third-party manufacturers have generously stepped up to offload your money in return for some aftermarket ‘buds, but out of the hundreds on offer, which do you go for? Gear Diary’s Chris Chaimberlain has been trying out Comply’s Whoomp! Earbud Enhancers; billed as a middle-ground before you ditch the original ‘buds, can an accessory redeem Apple’s mediocre earphones?
Traditionally you have to purchase high priced head phones to get good quality out of them. Generally, if you want the best quality you are looking at at least $50 bucks. This is for the in ear headphones, which I find to be the most comfortable, and to have the best sound quality. The Whoomp! earbud enhancers can be had for under $20. This makes them affordable enough that it is not unpleasant on your wallet.
The Whoomp! enhancers work by attaching to the end of the earbuds that come with your iPod, or iPhone. They also increase the bass that the headphones deliver, apparently providing more space for the sound to resonate in. They come in black or white, and if you lose one of the pair, a single one can be had for $11.95.
[Via Gear Diary]
Written by Chase Higgins on April 27th, 2008 with no comments.
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Keeping your iPhone juiced on the go is critical. The inability to switch out batteries means, in times of serious use, you will need access to some sort of power source. For those times when a charger is not around, there is still hope. It comes in the form of the Portable Power Station 2.
USBfever has released this accessory, to keep you connected when on the run. This version is only capable of 800mAh, which is not enough to fully charge the iPhone battery. It is however, good enough to give it some extra life before it calls it quits. After all, an extra hour or two can make all the difference.
While it may not have enough power to fully juice an iPhone, it does have enough power to fully charge up an iPod Nano 3rd Gen. The choice as to which device you will use it on is yours. Perhaps the best part of this device, is the very wallet friendly price tag. At $28 dollars, this is not a bad deal by any means.
[Via iPodNN]
Written by Chase Higgins on April 22nd, 2008 with no comments.
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