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Ten One Design Tango case for iPhones

Mike — Tue, 18 May 2010 15:01:46 +0000

Ten One Design Tango case for iPhone

OK so what yet another iPhone case? Well yes, but this one is slightly different from the crowd. The new Ten One Design Tango cases are made of genuine leather (as are lots of others) but the thing that makes it stand out from the rest is the addition of a Pogo Stylus.

For those of you used to PDAs a stylus is a prerequisite to used the device. This is not so with the iPhone. The iPhone uses a capacitive screen which is not pressure sensitive so a normal stylus does not work. The Pogo Stylus is a plastic stick with what looks like a lump of foam on the end. This simulates the moistness and conductivity of a finger, actually allowing more accurate positioning than a somewhat larger finger.

The case including the stylus is available for $39.95 from www.tenonedesign.com. The full press release follows:

New Tango genuine leather case dances its way into iPhone protection market; now available at TenOneDesign.com

Montclair, NJ (May 17, 2010) – Ten One Design, the ground-breaking creators of the Pogo Stylus, the first capacitive touch-screen stylus for the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, now offers a stylish, complete protective solution for the iPhone 3GS – and the world’s first case specifically made for the Pogo Stylus.

The new Tango case, which comes pre-bundled with the Pogo Stylus, features a durable genuine full-grain black leather exterior that flips open to reveal the ultra-soft micro-suede interior, available in two vivid colors: Aqua or Lime. The outer stitching and embroidered Ten One Design logo, also in Aqua or Lime, mimic the inner lining to pull the whole design together.

The design is as functional as it is fashionable. To keep the iPhone and the company’s signature Pogo Stylus safe, secure and accessible, the Tango offers a built-in glossy clip to hold everything in place. Plus, the integrated magnetic clip keeps the front flap closed and secure for full iPhone protection.

The case was designed with a circular cut-out to accommodate picture/video capture and avoid lens obstruction. It even offers convenient dual storage pockets for credit cards, cash, driver’s license and other slim items.

The included Pogo Stylus, a $15 value alone, offers users a quick, easy and accurate way to navigate, type and sketch on their capacitive touch screens. The Tango Case, bundled with the Pogo Stylus, is available at www.TenOneDesign.com for just $39.95.

iPhone Cases (and headphones) Go Eco

MaFt — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:35:01 +0000

Eco-this, eco-that – the whole world seems to be eco-mad at the moment! Good job the guys at Jivo in Ireland are on the ball. They have a biodegradable iPhone case called ‘Leaf’ which is injected with ‘Eco Pure Resin’. This allows it to degrade in 1 to 5 years once dumped in landfill. The product has an indefinite shelf life though and the packaging is also 100% biodegradable. I now have one on my phone, and it’s quite nice! It has a rubberised feel to it adding some extra grip and a nice big leaf on the back in case you forget what it’s called…

Jivo also have some eco-headphones, ‘Elements’, which are made from renewable cedar-wood. I’ve not seen (or heard) these in use but we will try to get some for review in the near future.

They also have a range of other, non-eco, cases and accessories so head over to their website and see what they have on offer!

Morphie introduce Hip Holsters for iPhones with Juice Packs

Mike — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 12:28:24 +0000

Morphie Juice Pack holster

Some time ago we reviewed the Morphie Juice Pack a battery booster for the iPhone. Now the juice pack is a great accessory but it does mean that none of the cases for the iPhone can be used, until now. Morphie have just announced a range of Premium Leather Hip Holsters for the iPhone with Juice Pack. These retail at $29.95 and are available from the Morphie website.

The Morphie press release follows:

Mophie Debuts Hip Holster Premium Leather Cases for Juice Pack Series

Los Angeles, CA – September 16, 2009 – mophie is proud to unveil the new Hip Holster line of premium leather cases designed to stash and protect every model of the juice pack for the iPhone, iPhone 3G, and 3GS. Designed with high quality leather, each Hip Holster is both extra durable and soft to the touch. The belt clip is designed to free up pocket space for other items and the quick draw feature allows easy access for one-handed removal.

“We’ve identified a great demand from our current customer base for a carrying solution for the juice pack and iPhone that adds convenience and style” says Ross Howe, Sales and Product Development Director for mophie. “The Hip Holsters give easy access to the iPhone and feature a classic premium leather look and feel making them the perfect complement to the juice pack.”

The mophie Hip Holsters 5000, 5500, and 6000 are available now for $29.95 from www.mophie.com

Morphie Juice Pack holster

Real leather cases for your iPhone

Mike — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:35:23 +0000

Trexta iPhone cases - iHug

There is an abundance of cases for the iPhone available varying in quality from cheap plastic to expensive leather ones. The range of cases from Trexta fit into the upper price range but are justified by the quality feel of the real leather used to manufacture them.

Trexta are a new company with manufacturing based in Turkey and also China. They are creating a worldwide distribution network and the cases will soon have a quality reputation rivalling that of Krussell or Proporta. The price ranges from about £20 through to the top of the range models at about £70.

The case that caught my eye was the iHug, a wrap round case with a neck strap. The iHug look like a person cuddling the iPhone.

Trexta iPhone cases - iHug

Trexta iPhone cases - Kleio

Trexta iPhone cases - Ursa

Trexta iPhone cases - Cetus

For more information visit the Trexta site