Archive for the ‘iPhone 4’ Category

Speck’s popular line of CandyShell cases for the Apple iPhone 4 is getting an upgrade.  The company’s new CandyShell Flip case is similar in appearance to the previous CandyShell model, with one big exception – the CandyShell Flip will fit in Apple’s iPhone 4 dock.

As you can see above, the bottom of the CandyShell Flip can fold open, thereby allowing the iPhone 4 to fit in standard docks.  Once the phone is removed from the dock, the bottom of the case snaps back into place around the bottom of the device.

It’s a simple, yet useful design change that will be a big relief for users who need to constantly install and remove their iPhone 4 cases when docking the device.  You can pick up a CandyShell Flip directly from Speck for $35.

Looking for a truly one-of-a-kind case for your iPhone or iPad?  Take a look at Zazzle’s new case customization service.  Developed through a partnership with Speck, Zazzle’s new service allows users to print their own designs on Speck’s popular line of Speck Fitted cases for the iPhone and iPad.

Zazzle provides users with an easy-to-use web-based design tool that allows users to upload a design, image or photo.  Each case is produced and shipped within 24 hours, and your case is delivered within a matter of days.  Zazzle offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee as well, so you don’t have to worry about getting stuck with an awful looking case, even if you did design it yourself.

Zazzle’s custom cases are available for the iPhone 3G, 3G S and 4, as well as the iPad.  Pricing for custom iPhone cases starts at $40, while pricing for custom iPad cases starts at $50.  You can check out the service here to try out your own case designs.

Manufacturer:  Cobra

Model:  iRadar iRAD-100

Device: Apple iPhone 4, 3G S, 3G, iPod Touch 2nd and 3rd Gen

Type:  Radar Detector and App

Website:  www.cobrairadar.com

Price:  $130

Pros: Innovative system, easy to use app

Cons: Bluetooth connectivity issues

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We actually don’t have any problem getting a good day of usage out of the iPhone 4 on a single charge.  But those of you that aren’t able to get to a charger on a daily basis will want to check out Case-Mate’s new lineup of Fuel cases for the iPhone 4.

Case-Mate offers two versions of the Fuel case – the Fuel Lite and Fuel Max.  The Fuel Lite features a 1020 mAh rechargeable battery that will add another 4 hours of talk time to the iPhone 4, while the Fuel Max rocks a 2000 mAh rechargeable battery for a whopping 9 additional hours of talk time.  Both cases feature LED charge indicators and include a USB cable for charging and syncing.

The Lite and Max cases both have similar form factors, but the Lite will set you back $60 while the Max costs $100.  Both cases are currently available now directly from Case-Mate.

Café Press is well known for its customizable goods.  The company will put your images on a wide range of products, from t-shirts to coffee mugs, and now iPhone 4 cases.  Today the company announced an iPhone case personalization service that combines Café Press’ easy to use online design services with two iPhone 4 case designs.

Using the service is simple – just pick your case, upload an image, finalize your design and you’ll have your personalized iPhone 4 case in 1 to 2 weeks.  Keep in mind you can’t use any unauthorized images or logos, and nothing that promotes something illegal or hateful.

Café Press currently offers personalization services for the case above, which looks very similar to the ifrogz Luxe Original case that we reviewed back in July.  The company will soon offer a second clear case for the iPhone 4, below.

We’re fans of Café Press’ t-shirt personalization services and can’t wait to get our own personalized iPhone 4 case.  Now we just need to think of a design…

Manufacturer: Powermat

Model: Wireless Charging System

Device: Apple iPhone 4

Type: Receiver Case with Powermat

Website: www.powermat.com

Price: $60 for system, $40 for case only

Weight: 30g

Size: 124.3mm x 61.7mm x 14.4mm

Pros: Innovative wireless charging technology

Cons: Expensive, must remove case to sync

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Japanese accessory manufacturer Tanomi has rolled out a sweet line of retro iPhone 4 cases.  Owners of the Famicom, the Japanese version of the NES, will recognize the case above left that looks like a Famicom controller.  And of course, who could forget the cassette tape, above right?

Tanomi’s retro cases retail for 2,200 yen, or about $27.

iPhone 4 and iPad 3G users have probably noticed that their devices rely on a undersized SIM card called a Micro SIM.  Now, if you don’t switch phones and you don’t plan to travel abroad, you probably are just fine – in fact, you’ll probably never even see your Micro SIM card.

But if, like many of us, you like to swap your SIM card between phones, the Micro SIM card becomes a problem since most phones use regular-sized SIM cards.  I ran in to this problem recently when trying to rent a phone in Japan – Micro SIMs may mean you’re out of luck.

Unless you get a Micro SIM adapter.  This tiny piece of plastic doesn’t cost much, but will really save your hide in those few occasions when you’re stuck with a Micro SIM card and a normal SIM card slot.  You can pick one up from Amazon for just $6.

We’ve all taken iPhone self portraits…you know, the ones where you hold the iPhone as far from your face as you can while also trying to push the shutter button.  And after all that work how many self portraits actually come out looking decent?

XShot wants to make life easier for iPhone photographers with their XShot iPhone 4 Case with Detachable Tripod Adapter.  This innovative case features a detachable tripod adapter, below, that quickly attaches to the lower left side or bottom of the case.  Once installed, you can attached the XShot iPhone 4 case to the included mini tripod, above left.  XShot also offers long-armed monopods for areas where a tripod won’t work, above right.

When not in use, the small adapter can be stowed away, while the XShot iPhone 4 case’s hard plastic exterior provides protection from scratches, scrapes and bumps.

You can preorder the XShot iPhone 4 case here for $25.  This package includes the case, tripod mount, and mini tripod.  XShot will begin shipping at the end of November.

Need a rugged case for your iPhone 4 that won’t add too much bulk to the device?  Ballistic’s SG case seems like a good option.  The case offers three layers of protection – a soft TPU outer layer, a hard polycarbonate middle layer, and a silicone inner layer.  Additionally, the case’s corners are reinforced with shock absorbers to protect your phone from falls.

We’ll try to get one of these units in for a review soon.  Until then, you can surf on over to Ballistic’s site to read more.