This wasn’t on the iPhone Bingo card, but it should have been. Where there’s an extremely coveted gadget, there’ll be an extremely expensive luxury case for it. Louis Vuitton has announced a set of four iPhone cases: Monogram Canvas, Taiga Leather, Epi Leather and Alligator Skin. The Taiga Leather one has a belt attachment on it, but all of the cases are pretty inconvenient, because you’ve got to pull the iPhone all the way out to actually use it.

Oh, and we’ve saved the best for last. Want to guess prices? The Monogram Canvas case will only set you back a measly $225, while the Alligator Skin case is twice the price of the actual iPhone: $1120. All the cases will be available tomorrow at Louis Vuitton’s Fifth Avenue store in Manhattan.

Thanks TUAW

Posted on July 17th, 2007 by admin
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Since picking up my iPhone a week ago (has it been a week already?), I’ve lived in fear of that first scratch. How long will I be able to put it off? I carry my iPhone around like a newborn.

That’s silly, of course. The iPhone is a tool and should be treated as such. To ease my mind, I ordered an Invisible Shield. We’ve discussed Invisible Shield a number of times. Basically, it’s a super-strong film that you apply directly to your precious, keeping it from harm. I saw a demo at MacWorld a few years ago, and was very impressed.

Once it arrives, I’ll let you know how it performs. Invisible Shield for iPhone comes with a lifetime guarantee, costs $24.95US and is shipping now.Refer to shieldzone.

Posted on July 9th, 2007 by admin
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Apple Inc.’s retail stores plan to offer iPhone shoppers around two dozen accessories for the multi-function handset at or around the time the device goes on sale later this week,

The majority of those products will likely consist of third party cases and protective gear, which are amongst the simplest for outside firms to develop given their limited exposure to the Apple handset thus far.

In addition to those third party iPhone accessories, Apple will offer at least three of its own:

A stereo headset with mic, which will be included with each iPhone, will also sell separately for $29. Meanwhile, the company’s little-mentioned Bluetooth headset will reportedly fetch a whopping $129, making it one of the most expensive on the market. Apple will also sell a white iPhone dock.

Over the past couple of weeks, AT&T retail stores have also turned up periodic shipments of third party iPhone accessories. Again, these products consist primarily of iPhone cases and protective gear.

In particular, two DLO cases — one called Jam Jacket and another called HipCase — where spotted and photographed over the weekend.

Posted on June 26th, 2007 by admin
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Apple announced today more detailed specifications regarding the battery-life of the iPhone. In a surprising move, the company now gives much better numbers than it initially did in January when the device was introduced.

The updated official battery-life numbers are now the following:

- 8 hours of talk-time (formerly 5 hours)
- 6 hours of Internet use (formerly 5 hours)
- 7 hours of video playback (formerly 5 hours)
- 24 hours of audio playback (formerly 16 hours)
- 250 hours (or more than 10 days) of standby time

The company also added the device will feature “Durable Glass Top Surface”, replacing plastic front protection with optical-quality glass which is clearer and less scratch-sensitive.

The news come as clear confirmation to an exclusive report MacScoop had published on April the 19th, citing source who had the chance to use the iPhone for longer than just a few minutes. The source claimed that the true iPhone battery life would actually “surprise us” by exceeding initially announced battery-life. The report contradicted other reports on the Internet which claimed it would disappoint us.

With this announcement, Apple squashes one of the biggest concerns analysts and commentators had regarding the iPhone. The company also showed a bit of openness to developers, during the World Wide Developers Conference’s kick-off keynote last week, by announcing support for online Web 2.0 applications, through a full Safari engine port residing in the device. Though many developers still believe Apple can do much better in this area.

The last point remaining in question is the quality of the touch-screen keyboard the iPhone offers. Many believe that a touch-screen keyboard will never deliver the same experience as a physical one. Only time will tell if people can actually get used to it.

The iPhone will be made available in the U.S.A on June 29 at Apple and AT&T retail stores. It should be released in Europe by the end of this year and in Asia in early next year.

Posted on June 19th, 2007 by admin
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only 10 days left for the iphone launch, more than 97% of the people who got the iphone in their hands will next think about some sort of protective iPhone case to keep their Gadget safe, Keeping this in mind Pacific Rim’s iShield Designed a case for $35 with faux leather.

I am sure this Pacific Rim’s iShield keeps your Precious safe and sound from the horrors of everyday life. Though there’s no screen protector, the synthetic leather case looks like it’s more than strong enough to insulate the iPhone from most minor bumps and bruises.

Posted on June 19th, 2007 by admin
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Apparently the next generation iPhone which will probably be announced in spring 2008 at Macworld will incorporate a SiRF Star III chip or something along those lines. According to a source:

Apple is certain to use a chipset using Assisted GPS technology, which cuts down the time needed to determine a location using GPS. (A-GPS) is necessary in urban areas with tall buildings or locations with heavy tree cover.

A-GPS helps the device for a fast satellite fix by getting some help from cell phone towers. SiRF’s press release from February of this year does talk about a collaboration with NXP Semiconductors to speed the development of cost-effective location-aware 3G wireless handsets though. Something to think about…

Posted on May 26th, 2007 by admin
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Prima is pleased to introduce our newest Premium LEather Flip Case for iPhone.

Made of Soft, Aniline Leather, the Prima iPhone Case contnues the tradtion of Fine LEather Form Fit Cases, at an affordable price.

-Form Fit to compfortably house your iPhone

-Flap over protection

-3 Credit Card Slots

-2 SD Slots

-Magnetic Closure

-Removable Swivel Clip

This case available in the following colors:

• Black
• Red

The price of this iPhone case is $39.95 and Prima takes pre-orders now for shipping at Memorial Day.
                      From Primacase

Posted on May 16th, 2007 by admin
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 It seems that Apple iPhone accessory launches are starting even before the iPhone’s release.

 Apple iPhone has yet to hit the shelves yet. However accessory makers are predicting a wave for the purchase of iPhones. Japanese case makers are already rolling out protective cases for iPhone due to be retailed in late June. It features a rubbery prophylactic, see-through hard case and a faux sneaker design. This must be due to the overwhelming sales of iPod with 4000 accessories chalking up sales worth $1 billion a year. (more…)

Posted on April 23rd, 2007 by admin
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Key accessories includes a powered lighter that plugs right into your car, which includes a dock to hold the iPhone, a leather case with belt clip to protect your iPhone, an emergency battery pack and a USB lead. 

These accessories are available for purchase on the company’s website or get then at Amazon.com.

Posted on February 5th, 2007 by admin
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As of now, Apple has announced a Bluetooth headset that will work with the iPhone, as well as new headphones that incorporate a small white box in the middle of the cord. This box has a built-in microphone and a switch to answer and hang up phone calls.

Developers and accessories lanch a new competition in the supplies of iphone accessories. The iPodobserver lists top ten acceesories.

Cases (For Picture, Click)

High-end headphones with integrated mics (For Picture, Click)

Battery packs

Stylus kits

WiFi filesharing

Clever storage solutions

GamesBluetooth/WiFi remote controls

Document readers

Clever storage solutions

GamesBluetooth/WiFi remote controls

Posted on January 15th, 2007 by admin
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