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Macally Cases for New iPod nano and touch

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Macally Cases for New iPod nano and touch Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Macally has announced new cases for the recently announced iPod touch and nano models. The cases include the IceSuit available in a variety of bright colors for $19.99. Bella is a stitched leather case for the nano for $19.99.

The mSuit is a thick silicon case with a protective screen overlay for $19.99; Metro is a hard-shell case for the nano that also retails for $19.99. The same cases are available for the iPod touch at the same $19.99 price per case. Read more

Posted on Sat, 20 Sep 2008 08:42:54 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Case Logic Security Friendly Laptop Case Introduced

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Case Logic Security Friendly Laptop Case Introduced Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Case Logic announced two new offerings today that could make the life of frequent air travelers friendlier. The cases are security friendly and allow users to get through security checkpoints without having to take laptops out of bags.

Two options are being offered from Case Logic, the Security Friendly Case and the Security Friendly sleeve. The sleeves still require users to remove the laptop from their carryon, which really defeats the purpose in my opinion. Read more

Posted on Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:34:18 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Griffin Clarifi Case for the iPhone with Macro Lens

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Griffin Clarifi Case for the iPhone with Macro Lens Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Griffin Technology unveiled a protective case for the iPhone with integrated macro lens for the iPhone camera.
The lens slides into place for close-up shots, and then slides aside for normal photography. Clarifi allows you to move in to a close 4 to 6 inches, for crisp detail and accurate color; the iPhone camera alone is limited to about 18-inch close-ups.

Clarifi's case design allows for complete access to power switch, headphone jack, volume controls and touchscreen. Clarifi features Griffin's trademark EasyDock design -- simply slip off the case bottom to charge and sync, with no need to remove your iPhone from its case. Read more

Posted on Thu, 18 Sep 2008 08:02:55 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Lian Li PC-X500 Computer Case Review

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Lian Li PC-X500 Computer Case Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at one of the slickest PC cases to hit the market in a long time. The case is from Lian Li and is called the PC-X500. As you expect when you hear the Lian Li name, the case is of top quality.

Also, as you expect form Lian Li, the case is one of the most expensive you can buy. The X500 uses an interesting layout and has some very unique features that could make this the perfect case for a high-end gaming PC build. Read more

Posted on Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:50:50 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Belkin Announces Cases for new iPod Models

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Belkin Announces Cases for new iPod Models Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Apple announced new iPod models this week and Belkin has new cases for the iPod's available. For the iPod nano 4G Belkin is offering the Sport Armband Plus with FastFit for $29.99, the same model is available for the 2G touch as well.

Other cases include the Sports Armband for new nano and touch models as well as the 2G classic for $24.99. A clear acrylic case for the 4G nano, touch 2G, and classic 2G is available for $29.99. Users looking for a metal case can get the Remix Metal for the 4G nano and 2G classic for $24.99 to $29.99. Read more

Posted on Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:23:22 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Colored Naked Cases for iPhone 3G Now Available

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Colored Naked Cases for iPhone 3G Now Available Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Case-mate has announced a new line of colored Naked Cases specifically for the iPhone 3G. The maker claims the case is the world's first touch-through color case for the iPhone 3G. The case offers a clear front for screen access in colors including -- black, gray, pink, and white.

The case features a click-snap back class for easy installation, large cutouts for access to controls, and smooth edges that conform to the iPhone 3G. The clear screen protector is electrostatic and allows for full functionality. Read more

Posted on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Noreve $15K Diamond iPhone Case

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Noreve $15K Diamond iPhone Case Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review The iPhone is a cool handset and there are hoards of cases available to keep it looking good. Perhaps the most expensive iPhone case ever has been announced by Noreve with a cost slightly under $15,000. The case is available in 15 different colors and features 272 diamonds.

Each of the diamonds is between 18 and 22 points and are of VS1 quality and G color. The total diamond weight on the case is 6.8 Karats. The case is designed to fit the iPhone 3G and from images, it appears the iPhone simply slips into the case. Read more

Posted on Mon, 11 Aug 2008 07:39:05 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

In Win Alpha360 Mini-Tower Case Review

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In Win Alpha360 Mini-Tower Case Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review TheTechLounge published a review of the In Win Alpha360 Mini-Tower Case.

Quote from the review: "In Win is a king of case manufacturers. Their purview extends across the entire realm of beige, from the calm sea of beige to the shallow cliffs of beige, with the inoffensive beige plains between. I speak in jest. I have a soft spot in my heart for the oft-marginalized company, mainly because they made the first case I ever bought. It was, you know, off-white, a mini-tower affair that came with an adequate PSU. Read more

Posted on Mon, 4 Aug 2008 18:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

I4U Review Round-up: Sidekick LX, iPhone Cases, Maxtor BlackAmor

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I4U Review Round-up: Sidekick LX, iPhone Cases, Maxtor BlackAmor Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Despite the summer heat we tested again several interesting products last week.
Shane reviewed two cases for the new iPhone 3G. The Griffin Wave for iPhone Case scored an Editors' Choice Award. Verdict: The Griffin Wave for iPhone is a great case for your iPhone and a version is available with the same features for the new iPhone 3G. At $25 the Griffin Wave for iPhone is a great choice to protect your iPhone. Read the full review. Read more

Posted on Sun, 3 Aug 2008 13:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Griffin Elan Form for iPhone Case Review

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Griffin Elan Form for iPhone Case Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are checking out the Griffin Elan Form for iPhone Case. This case is polycarbonate covered by stitched leather.

If you are a big fan of leather, cases rather than the colored style this might be the case for you. It protects as well as the Wave for iPhone we looked at yesterday, but isn't as comfortable on the ear. Read more

Posted on Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:11:51 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Griffin Wave for iPhone Case Review

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Griffin Wave for iPhone Case Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Most iPhone users want a good case to keep their phone from being scratched or damaged in a drop. The problem is that some cases out there for the iPhone don’t fit well and just don’t work.

Today we are going to look at a very nice case of the iPhone that is also available for the new iPhone 3G. The case is called the Griffin Wave for iPhone. Several colors are available and the case protects the screen and leaves all the controls easily accessible. Read more

Posted on Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:14:09 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Case Logic Offers Another Security-Friendly Laptop Case

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Case Logic Offers Another Security-Friendly Laptop Case Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Lately most every laptop bag maker on the planet has been getting new bags ready that allow for x-rays of your laptop without removing it from your laptop bag. Case Logic has announced its own line of security-friendly laptop bags called simply enough Security Friendly cases.

The cases isolate the laptop so it can be easily x-rayed and provides an unobstructed view of the laptop to screeners. Two solutions will be offered from Case Logic; a case that isolate the laptop in a separate compartment and sleeves that will still have to be removed from the bag. The cases should be available later this summer. Read more

Posted on Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:00:07 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

IVYSKIN Xylo iPhone 3G Cases Designed in USA

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IVYSKIN Xylo iPhone 3G Cases Designed in USA Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Many Americans like to buy products that are designed and built in the USA. I guess if you can’t find a product that is both designed and built in the USA, one that is at least designed in America is better than nothing. IVYSKIN has announced its new line of cases for the iPhone 3G and says that its XyloT3 is the first touch-through cased for the phone designed in the US.

The case is curved to fit the design of the iPhone 3G perfectly and uses a hard screen cover that senses ultrasonic waves from a users finger and send the touch info to the screen of the iPhone. The company also has a XyloDuo case that is made from polysilicon. In addition to the cases a XyloReflect mirrored screen protector is available along with a SpyScreen to keep nosey folks from seeing the screen. Read more

Posted on Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:21:27 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Griffin Wave iPhone Case Review

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Griffin Wave iPhone Case Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review ThinkComputers published a review of the Griffin Wave iPhone Case.

Quote from the review: "It has been a while since the original iPhone was released and still there are products coming out for it. As far as cases go I've seen quite a few. Read more

Posted on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Macally Launches Cases for iPhone 3G

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Macally Launches Cases for iPhone 3G Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Despite all the launch problems, the iPhone 3G is here, which means that tons of accessories for the phone are here as well. Macally has launched a line of cases for the iPhone 3G that includes a Bella leather case for $19.99 that comes in colors to match the black or white phone.

Other cases include the Metro at $19.99, MClip and IceCase at $19.99 each, MCase slip on case for $19.99, MSuit for $12.99, a privacy screen protector for $9.99 and a mirror finish screen protector for $9.99. Macally also has other accessories for the iPhone 3G. Read more

Posted on Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:19:44 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

ZAGG Bulky Case Gives Out Gear to iPhone Fans

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ZAGG Bulky Case Gives Out Gear to iPhone Fans Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review While hoards of geeks were waiting in line Friday to get their hands (hopefully) on the new iPhone 3G ZAGG was handing out accessories to those waiting in line. ZAGG’s Bulky Case mascot was handing out its great invisibleSHIELD products to people in line.

I have to say that the ZAGG commercials you can see at the weblink below are pretty funny. I particularly like the dock and download one. ZAGGS big yellow case mascot was on hand in NYC, Chicago, LA, Atlanta, Houston, San Francisco and Denver. Read more

Posted on Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:09:37 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Sordid Details on Offer in Celebrity Divorce Cases

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Sordid Details on Offer in Celebrity Divorce Cases Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review
By Edith Honan

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Former supermodel Christie Brinkley wanted the world to hear the sordid details of her New York divorce trial, and a Manhattan-based actress took to YouTube to tell the world about her failed marriage.
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Posted on Wed, 9 Jul 2008 18:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Hardigg Storm Case iM2370 Laptop Case Introduced

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Hardigg Storm Case iM2370 Laptop Case Introduced Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Laptops are expensive and we all want to keep ours safe on the road and while traveling. If you expect your laptop to encounter some harsh treatment the rugged Hardigg iM2370 may be the perfect laptop case for you.

The case has been redesigned and is large enough on the inside to hold a computer with a screen up to 17-inches in size. For users with smaller machines an optional computer protection tray is available that fits notebooks up to 15.4-inches and has compartments for CD/DVDs, batteries, hard drives cameras and more. The case also features a padded shoulder strap. Read more

Posted on Wed, 9 Jul 2008 12:14:16 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

LiveLuggage Power-Assisted Suitcase First Look

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LiveLuggage Power-Assisted Suitcase First Look Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Digital Trends published a first look of the LiveLuggage Power-Assisted Suitcase. LiveLuggage announced their power suitcases two weeks ago.

Quote: "British luxury bag-maker LiveLuggage has done just that with its unique power-assisted (PA) suitcase - a long overdue update on the suitcase that coaxes it into doing the work for you. If you're the type of technophobe who's already envisioning a runaway motorized suitcase careening through an airport with a frantic owner not far behind, think again. One of the most radical aspects of the LiveLuggage PA suitcase's design is its intuitive (and foolproof) control system. Read more

Posted on Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Call Girl in Spitzer Case drops ''Gone Wild'' Suit

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Call Girl in Spitzer Case drops ''Gone Wild'' Suit Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review
 MIAMI (Reuters) - The call girl linked to the sex scandal that prompted the resignation of then-New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer in March has dropped a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against "Girls Gone Wild" founder Joe Francis.
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Posted on Fri, 4 Jul 2008 00:17:20 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

U.S. to showcase top Fighter at UK Air Show

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U.S. to showcase top Fighter at UK Air Show Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review
By Jim Wolf

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Air Force is sending its top-of-the-line F-22 Raptor fighter jet across the Atlantic for the first time, showcasing its capabilities even as it remains off limits for export and its production line is threatened at home.
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Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 23:49:08 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr