An iPhone case with a can’s ring pull that acts as a built-in stand. Available in a vibrant green, pink or in black. $22
SimpleShell’s TPU case for iPhone 5 is protective, non-bulky and fits nicely in your hand. The cool part of this case is the coating at the back that responds to your fingers with changing color from blue, red to green and you can see the colors as they change! $21.99
This beautiful vase holds 5 flowers with integrated solar panels in them that produces power to charge your USB devices. A great eco-friendly alternative that looks way better than your regular bulky charger.
Logitech’s Ultrathin Keyboard case adds solid protection to your iPad’s screen as well as a functional full keyboard. With its magnetic hinge, installation is a simple clip-and-go task. The keyboard case also works as a stand that holds your iPad in an optimum viewing angle, in landscape or portrait position. Compatible with iPad 2 or 3. $82
The Band Wall Charger was designed as a compact travel charger with cable management that allows you to charge up to 2 USB devices rapidly. The charging unit plugs into an outlet and you can connect your device using the provided USB cable, which wraps around the charging unit and remains so due to an embedded magnet. An additional USB port allows you to connect a second device that you can charge at the same time.
Few months ago, we featured Whooz? Vinyl labels for iDevice chargers which allows you to personalize and give each charger you have a character. No one will steal your charger and pretend it’s theirs anymore! The project on Kickstarter initially needed $6000 to get off the ground, but raised $20,000 instead!
Sativa Turner, creator of Whooz? Labels was kind enough to send me a set of stickers for a review.
I got the iPhone Character set, which includes 4 characters for iPhone chargers. Each sheet includes labels for the charger, the USB cable as well as the earphones.
The package features clear instructions on how to apply the labels and which part goes where (tips are written inside the package), it shouldn’t take you more than a few minutes to apply them and transform your charger into a character.
The labels are of great quality, they’re made of vinyl so they should be durable and won’t peel off or wipe out easily. The product is very cute as much as it is functional. I believe this is a must-have for any family or individual that owns many iDevices. We’ve all been in situations where someone “borrows” our charger then suddenly that charger becomes theirs somehow. Or your charger gets mixed up with an old and worn out one and you wonder why it’s not working properly anymore. Well, all those issues are no-more with Whooz ID labels. And even if you don’t need to ID your charger, those stickers are just cool to have.
The Whooz? labels are available for iPhone and iPad chargers in a character set or color set. Get yours at WhoozIzIt.com for $12.95 per pack.
iPad covers with beautiful artwork inspired by classic books such as Alice in Wonderland, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Nineteen Eighty-Four. $30
The Cyclops plush iPad case turns your iPad into a huggable monster. The case gives the iPad extra padding, and the hands double as a microfiber wipe to easily clean the screen with. You can download different monster mouth backgrounds to change the look of your iPad. $24.95
Dachshund & Retriever shaped stylus for iPhone and iPad, with the dog’s nose being the stylus tip. When you’re not using it, you can put the dog on its leash and attach it to your iPhone’s or iPad’s headphone jack.
While the iPhone case market keeps filling up with tough and rigid cases, Korean design firm Sumneeds has created the softest iPhone case yet. The ‘Pudding’ case is a liquid filled case with small moving balls in it that gives it a snow globe effect. It is a peel-and-stick cover that you can apply directly on your iPhone or apply it on the case. Worried that it might pop? From the video on their website that shows a car running over the case without any damage, it is guaranteed that it won’t pop.
This cat and mouse shaped case for your Apple power adapter not only makes it look super cute, it also holds your iPhone or iPod as it charges, then you can use the holder to neatly wrap the cord around it. $9.90
A while back, we featured Tarxia; an iPhone 4/4S wood back covers handcrafted in Granada, Spain using Taracea, a 700 years old technique that originated from the Arabian Andalusi world. One of the creators of Tarxia, Adrián Rosales Millán, was kind enough to offer me one for a hands-on review.
Design & Materials:
The Tarxia collection features 4 designs that feature distinctive geometric designs associated with Arabian Andalusi art. You’ll notice how different these designs are from all available iPhone cover designs at first sight. They truly stand out.
Different types of wood are used as the main material for these covers. Geometric mosaics are cut and assembled, piece by piece, by local craftsmen in Granada who specialize in the Taracea technique. The result is a beautiful piece of art to go with your iPhone.
Although Tarxia is made of wood, it feels very smooth, almost like a ceramic tile. The varnishing used gives it a smooth matt finish, it protects it from scratches and water and makes it safe for daily use.
Installation:
Now it’s important to understand that this is not your usual case or a cover, it is actually a back panel that replaces your iPhone’s glass battery cover. The idea of Tarxia is that it gives your iPhone an artistic look and necessary protection without adding any volume to it or taking away from its design and shape. So installing a Tarxia back cover requires some work, but it’s quite simple… it took me less than 2 minutes to install.
Simply, you’ll have to unscrew your iPhone’s back panel using the provided screwdriver. The back panel slides up and can be easily removed. Then, you’ll replace it with the Tarxia back panel and put the screws back in place. And you’re done!
If you’re worried about the iPhone’s camera, flash or any performance related issues – the replacement of the back panel will not affect those in any way. I’ve been using my iPhone with Tarxia installed for nearly a week now and have not noticed any changes whatsoever. The only thing that’s changed is that I’ve been getting some serious compliments!
The Tarxia I’m reviewing here is the Kaleidoscope which is quite imaginative and gives off different patterns as you look at it.
You can see the entire collection here: http://www.tarxia.com/shop/ And you can find some making-of photos of Tarxia here: http://www.tarxia.com/lookbook/
If you’ve upgraded to an iPhone 5, the Tarxia team is already working on a back cover for it, as well as a new range of designs.
Pli is a beautiful iPhone 5 case that highlights the style of mid-century design. Each case has a different wood veneer that gives it a unique look. The polycarbonate shell around the wood veneer makes the case easy to snap on and off the iPhone. $39.99
Give your MacBook a unique look with these real fabric adhesive covers by Iamhuman. The covers are very simple to apply – a simple peel and stick, and are made to be repositionable. Also available in different wood types. $30
JustMount lets you use your wall as a space to organize your iPhone, keys, or any metal object. The magnetic unit can be mounted anywhere around your home or office, using adhesive pads or screws (both included). For you to mount your iPhone, you will need the TidyTilt case, which features a metal plate and a folding fabric or leather panel that is available in many colors. JustMount is currently available for pre-order on Kickstarter.
If you’re still sporting an iPhone 4/4S and looking for a way to give it a truly amazing detail, these back panels by Tarxia are simply gorgeous. Handcrafted in Granada, Spain, using techniques of Arabian origin that is over 700 years old. The back panels are made of different wood material such as: Ebony, Walnut, Mahogany, Sapele and many other wood types.