February 14, 2013

PowerSkin Pop'n Offers An Alternative Solution For A Battery Case

February 14, 2013/ Nir Schneider

PowerSkin unveiled its new Pop'n accessory that's compatible with the iPhone 5, iPhone 4/S and most Android devices including the Galaxy S3. Contrary to the Juice Pack cases and the like, PowerSkin's Pop'n is a unique and versatile external 2000mAh slim battery pack attachment that securely sticks to the back of your bare device using 24 tiny tentacle-like suction cups. In addition, the Pop'n's unique hybrid design let's you use most slim cases if you prefer having the benefit of protection so long as they've got a flat surface for the suction cups to adhere; and a wide enough bottom port opening to fit the Pop'n's charging connector.

The Pop'n battery connects using to a device using a unique Flex Tip connector, which is basically an interchangeable plug that's available in Lightning, micro-USB and 30-pin variants. It can flex to fit different types of devices and protective cases which have different thicknesses. You can find the full list of compatible Android and iOS smartphones after the break.

The Pop'n's glossy plastic back features a set of four battery status LEDs with an on/off button. PowerSkin says that you'll be able to purchase separate Flex Tip connectors soon, and that additional colors will be available. But the good news is that the Pop'n battery attachment is now available in white and black colors for the iPhone 5 and smartphones with a micro-USB. The Pop'n with a Lightning connector will set you back $80, while lucky Android users pay $10 less for the micro-USB variant.

January 07, 2013

PowerSkin Intros Drop Protective iPhone 5 Battery Cases

January 07, 2013/ Nir Schneider

PowerSkin by XPAL unveiled its new line of shock-absorbing, on-piece battery cases for the iPhone 5. The PowerSkin Pro is the company's slimmest battery case yet, made from a dual-injected hard polycarbonate and flexible TPU materials with a soft-touch rubberised exterior finish that will be available in five bright colors. The PowerSkin Pro is angularly shaped to comfortably fit in your hand while featuring a 2000mAh internal battery to keep your iPhone 5 running for hours on end. Users can keep tabs on the remaining battery life in their PowerSkin Pro case by using the front facing LED battery level gauge.

PowerSkin's slightly less powerful, slim iPhone 5 battery case featuring a 1500mAh internal battery capacity should provide enough juice to extend your talk time by 6 hours and WiFi usage by as much as 8 hours. It features four LED battery level indicator lights on the back and an on/off button. PowerSkin's drop protective iPhone 5 battery cases will be available early this year.

January 09, 2012

SparOne Emergency Cell Phone Runs On A Single AA Battery

January 09, 2012/ Nir Schneider

SparOne and PowerSkin have come out with an emergency-specific, screen-less GSM dual-band cell phone that is the only one of its kind to run of off just a single AA battery that is said to last a mind bending 15 years. You'll never have to worry about recharging this phone making it perfect as an emergency backup phone to have around. Of course that is if you never use it. Talk time with the included Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA battery is 10 hours. TheSparOne uses MicroSIM and comes with one already inside and will be available early this year for $49.99 without contract.

November 27, 2011

PowerSkin Gaming Case Brings Power And Bulk To iPhone & iPod Touch

November 27, 2011/ Nir Schneider

PowerSkin's Gaming Case miraculously fits the iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3G/S and all iPod Touch models adding more grip for better handling those racing games while also providing additional battery power thanks to a 2050mAh internal rechargeable battery that promises to double your battery life. The Gaming Case is a one-piece silicone rubber case and lets you charge and sync your iOS device while still inside the case. PowerSkin's Gaming Case doesn't look very tempting when compared to Mophie's Pulse gaming case made for the iPod Touch 4G that not only adds an internal battery backup, but also adds vibration feedback and better built-in stereo speakers in a more appealing design.

PowerSkin's Gaming Case is now ready to pre-order for $69.99 and is expected to start shipping early next year.

June 17, 2011

PowerSkin First To Make Battery Cases For Android Phones

June 17, 2011/ Nir Schneider

The iPhone 4 has been the favorite smartphone for accessories over the years. PowerSkin is the only one that has created battery cases for various Android running smartphones. The PowerSkin is a protective, recycled and anti-fingerprint silicone rubber case with a built-in 1500mAh battery, enough to double your Android handset's battery life. Yes, every single PowerSkin battery case no matter what Android smartphone model it was designed for, has exactly the same battery capacity built-in. The PowerSkin battery cases are available for the HTC Evo 4G - myTouch 4G - Desire HD - Inspire 4G - ThunderBolt, Motorola Droid X/X2, Samsung Galaxy S 4G - Vibrant - i9000 - i9003 and last but not least the Nexus S 4G. These are all available right now via Amazon for $59.99.