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QingBar MP101 Mini Projector iPhone & iPod Touch Dock!

Posted in A+Featured Gadgets, Consumer, Cool, Design, Gadgets, iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPod, iPod Touch by max on the August 8th, 2008 at 8:04 pm

QingBar MP101 Mini Projector iPhone & iPod Touch Dock!

Here’s a cool projector for your iPhone and iPod Touch devices.  This projector will project between 15 to 27 inches of your iPhone/iPod Touch display onto a wall.

While the 640×480 image resolution is understandable, the ANSI brightness rating is a less-than-stellar 10-15 lumens, and you’re looking at a contrast ratio of just 200:1. So while it’s able to project an image that’s roughly 15 to 27 inches in size, don’t expect a similar visual experience as you get from your local digitally-equipped movie theater. The dock also features a mini AV jack allowing you to connect other devices as well as a set of 2W speakers for stereo sound. Unfortunately I have no idea if this thing is currently available, when it might be available, or what it will cost.

via ohgizmo - honlai

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iPhone HACK - 12 iPhone Tricks you need to know!

Posted in A+Featured Hacks, Consumer, Cool, Educational, Gadgets, HOWTO, Hack, cell phones, iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPod Touch by max on the August 7th, 2008 at 3:29 pm

iPhone HACK - 12 iPhone Tricks you need to know!

Here’s a cool blog post I found today that shows you 12 shortcuts for using the iPhone/iPod Touch.  Basically, they are mostly Safari shortcuts that you might not have known about.

Here’s one for example that will save you time scrolling back up to the top:

In any application, Safari included, you can automatically scroll to the top of the page by tapping on the “top bar”, which has the time, service bars, and battery. In Safari, this not only brings you to the top of the page, but also brings up the URL bar.

via ismashphone

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Apple iPhone 3G Solar-Power Case

Posted in A+Featured Earth, Consumer, Cool, Design, Earth, Eco-friendly, Energy, Gadgets, Gifts, Solar, cell phones, iPhone, iPhone 3G by max on the August 5th, 2008 at 11:14 pm

Finally, a solar-powered case is available for the Apple iPhone 3G.  This case does a real good job with leather outfits too.

With the Apple iPhone 3G Solar Charging Case you can charge your Apple iPhone 3G when on the move. Also your Apple iPhone 3G will be protected from getting scrathed or damaged. The Case includes a mini USB to USB cable so that you can charge other USB devices from the case. The case comes with a large high capacity 1500mAh battery, allowing you to charge from a solar source and store the power for later use.

via ohgizmo - ecogeek

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Crack is Whack - iPhone 3G Cracks Everywhere!

Posted in Apple, Consumer, Cool, Gadgets, News, iPhone, iPhone 3G by max on the July 30th, 2008 at 6:17 pm

iPhone 3G Cracks - Who cares, I told you so!

The news is that iPhone 3G is causing a quite a stir with its “crack”.  Well, it’s always a great idea to have never bought one in the first place.  Wait until the “crack” is gone.

My honest recommendation is to wait for the iPhone 4G, where speeds will actually match the dollar amount you pay out from your pocket.  Or maybe this crack isn’t that common unless you drop it from the roof.

“Crack is whack!” Whitney Houston said.

via gizmodo - MacRumors via Nowhereelse via CrunchGear

via engadget

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How to Turn your iPhone into a Dyno with Dynolicious!

Posted in A+Featured Auto, Apple, Auto, Cars, Consumer, Cool, Gadgets, cell phones, iPhone, iPhone 3G by max on the July 30th, 2008 at 1:02 pm

How to Turn your iPhone into a Dyno with Dynolicious!

Here’s a cool new iPhone app called Dynolicious that will turn your iPhone into a real Dyno using iPhone’s already-capable accelerometer.

This is definitely going to beat buying a stand-along Dyno or making an accelerometer yourself.

Dynolicious is the first automotive performance meter available for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Dynolicious uses the hardware built-in to your iPhone to measure the performance characteristics of your vehicle. No external wires or equipment is necessary, simply slip the iPhone into a cradle or cupholder and go!

Some of the performance metrics Dynolicious can measure:

  • 0-60 Acceleration
  • 1/4 Mile Elapsed Time
  • Lateral G’s
  • Horsepower

Unlike other accelerometer-based performance meters, Dynolicious uses the advanced data-handling and display capabilities of the iPhone to make the most of your performance testing. Dynolicious maintains a history of test runs, showing you averages and trends in your results. Dynolicious also allows you to enter modifications performed to your vehicle, and will instantly show before-and-after results to easily identify gains or losses.

via autoblog

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iWood - iPod Touch/iPhone Wooden Case!

Posted in Consumer, Cool, Design, Gadgets, iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPod, iPod Touch by max on the July 28th, 2008 at 2:54 pm

iWood - iPod Touch/iPhone Wooden Case!

For a truly classic look and wooden durability, you might want to consider investing about $125 on one of these iPod Touch/iPhone wooden cases called iWood.

Yes, I Wood Like One now.

via popgadget

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DIY - How to Make your own iPhone Charger!

Posted in Consumer, Cool, DoItYourself!, Educational, Gadgets, HOWTO, Hack, cell phones, iPhone, iPhone 3G by max on the July 28th, 2008 at 3:56 am

DIY - How to Make your own iPhone Charger!

You could probably take any cellphone adaptor and convert it into an iPhone charger pretty easy but here’s a cool DIY showing you how to make your own iPhone charger.

All you need are the 4 resistors stated above. I have modified some values of the resistors because of some miscalculation. Connect them as shown and provide the circuit with a regulated 5v supply. Get a female USB plug and connect it as shown to the circuit. Make sure the positive and negative terminals are connected correctly. The D+ and D- pins have low currents so connecting them wrongly may not blow up your iPhone.

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Top 10 Portable Speakers for iPod/iPod Touch/iPhones!

Posted in Audio, Consumer, Cool, Design, Entertainment, Gadgets, Gifts, Music, Speakers, cell phones, iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPod, iPod Touch, mp3 by max on the July 25th, 2008 at 2:01 pm

1. The iLive IBCD3817DTBLK Portable Boombox is probably the best bet for your money as it’s not only an iPod-dockable speakers, the Boombox itself is also a radio/CD player.  This is probably the best speaker you can get for your money.

Specs:

  • Black iPod/CD/radio boombox with built-in iPod docking station
  • Pair of front-firing speakers and dual subwoofers produce rich sound
  • Vertical-loading CD player supports CD, CD-R, and CD-RW formats
  • AM/FM tuner; blue backlit LCD display; auxiliary input and A/V output
  • Measures 18.8 x 8.8 x 9.2 inches (W x H x D); 90-day warranty

bose-sounddock

2. If you can afford it, the Bose SoundDock might be the best choice for listening to your music with super crisp stereo treble and bass.  I personally own Bose noise-cancelling headphones and Bose speakers in my car.  They do pretty good job of offering treble and bass power while the speakers do not justify them.

Specs:

High-quality sound from your iPod® - now made portable. Enjoy acclaimed SoundDock® performance almost anywhere.The SoundDock Portable digital music system reproduces music with fullness and clarity unmatched by other battery-powered iPod speakers, from a design even slimmer than our original. Proprietary Bose® technologies let you enjoy your iPod out loud in more locations without compromising soundquality.A rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included) provides more power and longer playing time than most other rechargeable batteries. The rotating dock disappears for storage and protection during transit. And a molded handle makes it easy to carry the system from place to place.Just dock and play all iPod models featuring a click wheel, including all nano, mini, photo, and video models. The system also plays music from your iPhoneTM.* The iPod charges as it plays for uninterrupted music enjoyment. A custom remote easily controls the system and basic iPod functions, including playlist navigation. Auxiliary input lets you play other portable sources, too.The SoundDock Portable digital music system. Unsurpassed performance and portability for the serious iPod listener from the most respected name in sound.*In the event of audio interference, set iPhone to airplane mode.

B&W Zeppelin iPod Speakers

3. The B&W Zeppelin iPod Speakers may be the modern solution to your modern bedroom with its aesthetically pleasing oval shape.  At $599, it’s not a bargain but you do get what you paid for.

Specs:

Zeppelin allows you to have real hi-fi stereo sound wherever you need it: upstairs, downstairs or perhaps in a den, bedroom, kitchen, office or second home. Or you might just need a simpler, smaller and more stylish replacement for your traditional audio system.

Zeppelin rocks, wherever you are, yet is simple to set up and use. Plug it in, place your iPod on the docking port and hit the play button. You can vary the volume on Zeppelin itself, on its remote control or on the iPod. And connections at the back let you play other sources through Zeppelin or channel images from your iPod to a TV.

Buy Zeppelin iPod Speakers at Amazon

Buy Zeppelin iPod Speakers at Apple Store

Altec Lansing inMotion iM600 Portable Audio System

4. Altec Lansing inMotion iM600 Portable Audio System isn’t for everyone but for people who are really concerned with sound quality.  If you don’t want to spend more than $150 for quality portable speakers such as the Bose or Zeppelin, these Altec Lansing portable speakers might be your best option at under $120.

Specs:

  • Model Number: iM600
  • iPod compatibility: All iPod models
  • Power supply: Built-in lithium ion battery, AC power adapter (included)
  • Battery life: Up to 7 hours
  • Tuner: FM
  • Antenna: FM telescopic antenna
  • Display: LCD display
  • Connectors: Composite video output, audio input
  • Alarm clock: Integrated
  • Sleep timer: Integrated
  • Dimensions: 11.0 x 6.0 x 1.7 inches / 283 x 152 x 43 millimeters (W x H x D)
  • Weight: 2.1 pounds / 0.9 kilograms
  • Warranty: 1-year limited warranty
  • What’s in the Box: inMotion iM600 mobile speaker system, wireless remote, iPod docking adapters, AC adapter, user’s guide, quick connect instructions

5. The Athena iVoice Direct Radiating Dock & Sound System for iPod does a lot more than amplify sound.  The Athena unit also can act as a communication medium between your iPod and your TV to stream images and videos via a wireless remote control.  For people who use iPod/iPhone as a media device more than MP3, the Athena iVoice can be a great addition.

Specs:

  • Video output allows you to view images and video stored on your iPod photo or iPod video on your TV
  • Audio input allows the system to function as a PC speaker
  • Wirelessremote lets you adjust the settings from across the room
  • Stylish, high-gloss black cabinet finish; wall-mountable
  • Charges your iPod while docked

Logitech Pure-Fi Elite

6. The Pure-Fi Elite speakers from Logitech can be great for all your bass heads.  It comes with enough bass power for you to enjoy thump and hump from your iPod/iPhone devices.

Don’t buy from Logitech.com at $299, you can get it for less than half the price for about $125 at Amazon here

Specs:

The Pure-Fi Elite immerses users in high-quality acoustics. The system features two 1-inch high-definition soft-dome tweeters to ensure precision and clarity from even the highest notes. The two 4-inch high-power long-throw woofers are capable of filling the room with deep, powerful bass. Meanwhile, DSP-controlled, dynamic, digital EQ, and advanced filtering features minimize distortion to create true-to-life sound. Also included is a bi-amplified transducer design with digital electronic crossover for studio-quality audio that plays louder and sounds better. The onboard StereoXL technology dramatically widens stereo image, creating an immersive audio experience.

Composite and S-Video output jacks are included for when you want to view iPod video files on a big screen while enjoying outstanding audio pumped through the Pure-Fi Elite.

The Pure-Fi Elite supports all iPod models with dock connectors–including iPod nanos and fifth-generation iPods. The Pure-Fi Elite supports 1G through 3G iPod models (and other portable music players) via a 3.5-mm auxiliary input. With an easy-to-read digital clock, the Pure-Fi Elite measures 17.6 by 10.6 by 5.7 inches and comes backed by a two-year limited warranty.

7. The JBL Radial speakers are probably the most aesthetically pleasing for your eyes and ears.  If you think you need a ornament that fits your modern-design home and play music, this is it for only $199.95 from Amazon.

Specs:

  • High-performance loudspeaker with built-in iPod docking station for charging and synching
  • 4 aluminum-domed Odyssey full-range drivers and single low-frequency neodymium driver
  • Compatible with most docking versions of iPod; auxiliary input for MP3 players and other devices
  • Wireless RF remote lets you change tracks, browse libraries, adjust settings, and scroll extras
  • Measures 12 inches wide and 10.5 inches tall; weighs 2.5 pounds; 1-year warranty

8. The mStation Orb Speakers make great artisitic addition to your house while providing you with quality music.  You have a choice of many colors so depending on your wall color, you can match it with the perfect speaker.  At $129.95, it’s a bargain for a speaker that does not look like one.

Specs:

This Sleek and Stylish “Made for iPod” Desktop Docking Station/ Speaker System packs a powerful thumping Bass that only a Dedicated Subwoofer can produce. Every Orb includes a 10 Key Remote that allows you to navigate within Playlists from a distance, as well as adjust the Volume ±, Bass and Treble. At approx 8 inches in diameter the mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb is the perfect addition to any Home, Office, or Dorm Room and comes in 7 different colors to match your room, mood, or even your iPod! The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb comes in White, Black, Blue, Green, Pink, Red, and Silver.

9. The I-Sonic Entertainment Speakers bring you great stereo sound with four specially designed speakers.  It might be a great way to get full-system speakers without breaking your legs.  You also get HD-radio.  There’s two models, one with CD/DVD player and the other without at a $100 price difference.  You can get it at the I-sonic website or Apple Store here for $499 w/o the CD/DVD player.

Specs:

Polk’s breakthrough I-Sonic acoustic system creates a stereo soundstage throughout your entire room. Here’s how it works. We start with four specially-designed full range speakers, two on the front and two on the back of the sleek I-Sonic Entertainment System console. Through the magic of Digital Signal Processing, Polk engineers create full stereo all the way around the system. And for lows so deep they will astound you, we include Polk’s patented PowerPort® bass technology.

10. The JVC NX-PN7 Dual iPod/iPhone Dock speaker system is perfect for those of you with multiple iPod/iPhone devices.  The system also comes with Video outputs for connecting to your TV or LCD.

Specs:

  • Dual Dock Design for iPod / iPhone compatible
  • AM/FM Tuner
  • Dual Alarm
  • Multi-Color Illumination
  • iPod Video Output

Order from Amazon at $124.32

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iPhone 3G Battery!

Posted in Batteries, Consumer, Cool, Gadgets, cell phones, iPhone, iPhone 3G by max on the July 14th, 2008 at 10:51 am

iPhone 3G Battery!

Need extra talking/playing time on your new iPhone 3G that’s still so slow?

Well, here’s the iPhone 3G battery pack.

A new lithium ion Battery for iPhone 3G. It provides a