June 23, 2011

InfiniteLoop Tablet & Smartphone Stand Offers Infinite Flexibility

June 23, 2011/ Nir Schneider

What looks to be the world's most intriguing tablet stand is the InfiniteLoop. The InfiniteLoop is the creation of Tim Gushue, who designed the InfiniteLoop to be the most simplest and versatile tablet stand ever. The patented co-molded metal and plastic form can be easily manipulated to any shape your imagination comes up with while maintaining the strength and rigidity to hold up all sort of heavy tablets like the iPad.

What's more, is that there is also the shorter MiniLoop stand made out of the same materials as its older brother, and it too can be manipulated in infinite angles and is compatible with almost any smartphone. The MiniLoop can attach to almost any surface by wrapping it around it, kind of like the flexible Gorillapod tripod. The possibilities and uses of these flexible stands is pretty much endless. The InfiniteLoop is currently a Kickstarter project and you can pre-order the MiniLoop for $19 (will retail for $29.95) while the InfiniteLoop's pre-order price is $35 (will retail for $44.95), plus you'll also get the MiniLoop as a bonus. If you're interested, head over to the InfiniteLoop Kickstarter page for more info. The guys at Infinite Loop hope to start shipping these out by August.

Thanks for the tip, Chris!

June 21, 2011

Case-Mate's Titanium iPhone 4 Bumper Costs $300, Really?

June 21, 2011/ Nir Schneider

Just when I thought iPhone 4 cases couldn't get any pricier, Case-Mate has announced a new premium metal version of their aluminum Jett bumper case that's reasonably priced at $49.99, called the Titanium. It should really be called the Titanium Jett. As the name implies, this premium metal bumper case for the iPhone 4 is entirely made out of a solid piece of titanium slab. So what else is new you say? Absolutely nothing. Case-Mate will charge you a whopping $300 for the titanium version of their aluminum Jett bumper case compatible with both the AT&T and Verizon iPhone 4. Why should Case-Mate charge such a premium when there are bumper cases that are also made entirely out of titanium and cost considerably less. Titanium may be more expensive than aluminum, however I don't think you will notice any difference except for more weight added to your iPhone 4. $300 is getting ridiculous for an iPhone 4 bumper.

Those of you who enjoy such expensive metals will be glad to know that the Case-Mate Titanium bumper case will be available to order on June 27. Meanwhile, check out the overview and installation videos on the Titanium after the jump!

June 16, 2011

The Best iPhone 4 Knockoff Is Running Android 2.2 (Video)

June 16, 2011/ Nir Schneider

This is one of the best iPhone 4 clones out there. It's made out of the same high quality materials used in the iPhone 4 like a stainless band tampered front and back glass. Thins Chinese iPhone 4 knockoff was made so well that any iPhone 4 case will fit it precisely. The best of all though, it actually runs decent and usable software. Android 2.2 to be exact. It's heavily skinned with an iOS user interface that looks almost identical to the real deal but has all the goodies of Android as well. What's this amazing device called you ask? Gooapple. A mixture of the best of both worlds in one good looking device. The Gooapple will be available for around $260 in China later this month. A pricy knockoff for sure. Hit up the source link for more pictures and catch the video after the break.

June 06, 2011

Officially Take Pictures Using Your iPhone's Volume + Button

June 06, 2011/ Nir Schneider

Apple has announced many new features today at WWDC for iOS 5, one big new feature utilizes the iPhone's volume + (up) button as a physical camera shutter button to quickly snap shots like a point-n-shot camera. 3rd party camera apps have been known to secretly add such a feature without Apple's approval and were quickly removed. Not long ago we posted about a new accessory for the iPhone 4 called the Red Pop camera grip that adds a big red camera shutter button for those who want a physical button to press. The Red Pop runs for $75 while Apple just offered a simple free software update to do just that. The iPhone's volume button certainly isn't a big juicy red button, but it will do just fine. In addition, iOS 5 will add the ability to directly access the camera app from the lock screen even if you've set a password. iOS 5 will be available this fall.

June 05, 2011

Red Pop Grip Adds A Physical Camera Shutter Button To iPhone 4

June 05, 2011/ Nir Schneider

Beep Industries, the same guys that brought you the super simple MoviePeg stand for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch, are bringing back the physical shutter release button with their new accessory called the Red Pop for the iPhone 4. Well it isn't really going to bring back any physical shutter release button to iPhone 4 but you get the idea. The Red Pop adds a big red button to your iPhone 4 that acts as the camera shutter button and allowing you to take shots like you would with any other camera more easily and with less downtime between shots, all without touching the screen. Red Pop will only work with the free Red Pop app and will automatically launch as soon as the Red Pop is connected to the iPhone 4 via the dock connector. Beep Industries are looking to expand compatibility with other camera apps as well.

The body of the Red Pop is made out of aluminum with a black rubber grip. It's currently available to pre-order for $75 on Kickstarter. Catch the video after the jump.

May 31, 2011

Ridiculously Large Arkhippo 2 iPhone 4 Case Now Available

May 31, 2011/ Nir Schneider

Ark's massive self standing Arkhippo 2 case is now available and compatible with both the Verizon and AT&T iPhone 4. Ark's Arkhippo 1 was an equally bulky case, but it had a closed back unlike the Arkhippo 2 which has a bumper-like style to it. Don't let the looks deceive you though, this case will also protect your iPhone 4 from the gnarliest of drops. The new and improved Arkhippo 2 now has cutouts for the ports and buttons, a much needed add-on since the Arkhippo 1 case. One thing I know for sure is that now the world's massively bulky iPhone 4 case is looking much better than its predecessor. It's available in 7 different colors for $29.

May 28, 2011

Griffin Outs Explorer Case for iPhone 4

May 28, 2011/ Nir Schneider

In the wake of Griffin's Survivor cases being released, the Explorer is part of Griffin's Armored line of tough cases for the Verizon and AT&T iPhone 4, iPad 2 and the iPod Touch 4G. It took a while for the Explorer case to come out even though it was already advertised on the Survivor case packaging along with the unreleased Tracker case, also a part of the Armored series. The Griffin Explorer case for the iPhone 4 is suitable for those who are not looking for the ultimate military-spec proven protection that the Survivor case has to offer. The Explorer is relatively built in the same way as the Survivor with a shatter-resistant polycarbonate inner frame and a durable, flexible outer silicone jacket for shock absorption.

Built-in Port plugs tuck in to keep dust and dirt out of the iPhone 4's dock connector, camera lens, audio port and speaker openings. The only exclusion setting the Survivor apart from the Explorer is the built-in screen protector and a bit more silicone to go around. The Explorer case for the iPhone 4 is available now in black and pink for $39.99, and comes with an included belt clip.