March 20, 2013

The World Of Customization: Redesign Your Mac With ColorWare

March 20, 2013/ Nir Schneider

Sure Apple's silverly aluminum Macs and peripherals have a unique charm you can't argue look bad. But you could also argue they're just about as boring as a refrigerator once you let your imagination run wild. With no thanks to Apple, you can create your own one-of-a-kind MacBook and even Mac mini using a service like ColorWare, the only service we know of that let's you fully color and spec-customize any one of Apple's current MacBook lineup using professional techniques used in the auto industry involving a proprietary 2X clear coating that is impervious to UV ray damage, minor scratches and water.

ColorWare was once a service that would let anyone send in their existing device whether it would be a portable Mac, a pair of headphones, an iPad or iPod - and you'd be able to get it back fully tricked out from the ground up with your custom paint job you've picked out before shipping in your device. These days ColorWare is doing things a little different. The company is acting as a reseller for the most popular gadgets while you've got the ability to pick out a product, customize the way it looks using a slew of color options with either glossy or matte finishes - and finally you're also able to upgrade any current generation Mac mini or MacBook with improved specs like you would thru Apple's online ordering system. From there, the wait for the process begins until the finished product finally arrives at your doorstep the way you truly wanted.

ColorWare takes us behind the scenes for the first time where it reveals its intriguingly painstaking step by step procedure at how its laboratory mixed with a full fledged spray paint facility pimps out someone's MacBook Pro. Every little component is stripped away including left over glue until nothing but the bare aluminum unibody is left to ensure a clean and professional paint job similar to how cars are sprayed and detailed. Each device is disassembled and then put back together by a technician like it was done by iFixit. This way, ColorWare lets you pick out an individual color for just about every detail including the glass trackpad, lid hinge and Apple logo. Sadly, the keyboard is the only part on a Mac that isn't customizable most likely due to the complex laser etched keys.

March 20, 2013

Logitech Intros New G Line Of Gaming Mice, Keyboards, Headsets

March 20, 2013/ Nir Schneider

Logitech is introducing a its new Logitech G line of newly designed, and rebranded for the most part, gaming peripherals including 2 headsets, 6 mice and 2 keyboards geared exclusively to PC gamers. Logitech's newly announced G product lineup includes the newly skinned flagship $100 G700s Rechargeable Gaming Mouse, $70 G500s Laser Gaming Mouse, $60 G400s Optical Gaming Mouse and the $40 G100s Optical Gaming Mouse. As for the new G series Keyboards, Logitech has also redesigned the appearance slightly of its $200 flagship G19s Gaming Keyboard as well as the $120 G510s Gaming Keyboard.

The new $80 G430 wired Surround Sound Gaming Headset is the more affordable redesigned version of Logitech's wireless G930 headset, and the new $60 G230 Stereo Gaming Headset is a stripped new look alike which comes in a red flavor. All of these gaming goodies are now available for pre-order and you should expect them to hit retail and virtual online shelves in the U.S. on April, and in Europe on May. If you want to check out Logitech's new G line of gaming peripherals in-depth, we've got more juicy details for you after the break.

March 19, 2013

Color Your MacBook Pro / Air With Incase's New Vibrant Hardshell Cases

March 19, 2013/ Nir Schneider

Have you always wondered what it would be like to own a blue, yellow, orange or even a raspberry colored MacBook? Well now you can fulfill that desire with Incase's new Hardshell Cases dipped in four vibrant colors designed to protect and splash Apple's MacBook Air and MacBook Pro family with refreshing color - except for the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro unfortunately. And if you're feeling a bit mundane, there's also a rubbery matte black color as well as an ultra clear version to fit your inconspicuous classy needs. Each Hardshell Case has a frosted glossy finish, so that the Apple logo can glow straight thru the shell in color. Available now for $50 a pop.

March 15, 2013

Thule Intros Gauntlet 2.0 iPhone 5 Case

March 15, 2013/ Nir Schneider

Thule, the Swedish name known for its rugged outdoor gear has recently introduced its first ever iPhone 5 case that fits in with the company's collection of futuristically molded weather-resistant sleeves for Apple's fleet of MacBooks. The Gauntlet 2.0 case for the iPhone 5 is a slim but rugged snap-on case, and it bares Thule's uniquely molded gecko-like texture for unsuppressed tactile grip atop a hard polycarbonate protective shell. Thule's Gauntlet 2.0 iPhone 5 case also features slightly raised bumpers to provide some screen protection, as well as easy access to the volume and power buttons - including Lightning connector and headphone ports. You can find the Gauntlet 2.0 case in white, black, blue and pink colors exclusively at all Apple retail and online stores globally for $35 / €35.

March 14, 2013

Slim iMacs Now Available With A Built-In VESA Mount Adapter

March 14, 2013/ Nir Schneider

Apple has started offering its new slim 21.5-inch and 27-inch iMac with a built-in VESA Mount Adapter as a $40 "upgrade" option for customers who would prefer to mount their iMac on a compatible VESA wall or desk mount (sold separately of course) which can including various articulating arms that open up a more convenient viewing experience such as height and depth adjustments without taking up valuable desk space. Unfortunately, if you'd like to revert back you won't be able to as Apple does not include the original pedestal stand with a VESA Mount Adapter equipped iMac. Unlike previous iMacs and external Apple displays, you cannot purchase a standard slim iMac and fit a VESA Mount Adapter by yourself.

While you're paying a $40 premium over a standard iMac for a simple VESA mount adapter and nothing more, Apple is offering a few different VESA-compatible mounting options that range from $140 to $180. Alternatively you could purchase VESA mounts from places like Amazon which offer a broader variety at less expensive prices.

March 14, 2013

CalypsoPad iPad Leather Sleeves Put A Fashionable Dent In Your Wallet

March 14, 2013/ Nir Schneider

CalypsoCrystal is inching forward with its luxury leather case and sleeve line with its new offering for Apple's iPad and iPad mini. The Slovenian brand has just released its new CalypsoTab line of gorgeous fine Italian leather sleeves made to the company's iconic CalypsoCase specification using a long process of crafting each sleeve by hand to high standards. Each CalypsoPad is lined with a special microfiber material and precisely moulded to the iPad's original tapered shape and slim form factor in order to achieve a perfect snug fit.

March 14, 2013

Customize Your Own Sector 5 With Element Case's Design Studio

March 14, 2013/ Nir Schneider

Element Case has announced today that customers will finally be able to color customize every part of the company's most extreme and highly industrial machined aluminum iPhone 5 bumper case - the Sector 5, using the user-friendly Design Studio. Pricing starts at $140, and varies based on the types of colors you pick for things like golden screws. Customers who choose to color customize their Sector 5 will find that Element Case was nice enough to throw in a supplemental side grip detail a la Vapor Comp - that fills in the side trussed rail not found on the ready-made Sector 5 for no additional cost.