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United Airlines Adds iPhone, iPod Connectivity
PC Magazine's
Brian Heater reports:
"Following in Singapore Air's footsteps as 'the world's largest
flying iPod dock,' United announced Monday that it would become the
first US airline to offer in-flight iPod and iPhone connectivity.
"Beginning today, the carrier will offer the service as part of its
in-flight entertainment system, letting users charge and connect their
devices to the plane's 15.4-inch personal TVs."
Link: United Airlines
Adds iPhone, iPod Connectivity
The iPhone Fingernail Problem
The LA Times'
Michelle Quinn says:
"Hillary Clinton broke new ground in her race for the White
House. Yet some iPhone users complain that when it comes to the hot
gadget from Apple, women are still being treated like second-class
citizens.
"Apple said this week that on July 11 it would upgrade the iPhone
software for free with new features for all current owners. On the same
day, it will start selling a new version, the iPhone 3G, that runs on a
faster data network, includes GPS and costs as little as $199.
"But Erica Watson-Currie of Newport Beach was frustrated that the
improvements didn't solve the fingernail problem. She and other women
who have long nails - as well as people of all genders with chunky
fingers - have real trouble typing on the iPhone...."
Link:
The iPhone Fingernail Problem
Original iPhones Still Selling Well on eBay
iPhone Alley's
Michael Johnston reports:
"Although Apple has announced the iPhone 3G at the fantastic price
of $200, first generation iPhones are still selling strong on
eBay. Unlocked 8 GB iPhones are going for about $350 on
average, and 16 GB phones for even higher. Why? A couple reasons come
to mind...."
Link:
Original iPhones Still Selling Well on eBay
Market May Be Huge for Reselling First Gen
iPhones
Macsimum
News's Dennis Sellers says:
"Aaron Vronko of Rapid Repair, which specializes in repairs of
iPhones, iPods and other small devices, claims the launch of the iPhone
3G will lead to a brand new market that many are overlooking: sales of
first generation iPhones.
"He claims this new market birth will be a buzzing hotbed more
active than the selling of 2.0 itself. Everything from busted
warranties, the sale of damaged devices, carrier interoperability
hacking, theft, and other market swirling topics, he claims, will
change the face of the used cell phone market."
Link:
Market May Be Huge for Reselling of First Gen iPhones
First Gen iPhones Still Fetching High Prices
iPhone
Atlas reports:
"Despite the imminent release of the iPhone 3G, first-generation
iPhone models are still commanding high prices on eBay and other resale
venues, indicating concern over the ability to unlock and/or jailbreak
the upcoming model combined with significant demand in countries where
the iPhone 3G will not initially be on sale, including Russia and
China."
Link:
First-Generation iPhones Still Fetching High Prices
91% of Japanese Will Not Buy 'iPhone' - Want
Replaceable Batteries
Nikkei
Electronics' Yukiko Kanoh reports:
"According to a survey by iSHARE, 91.0% of Japanese mobile phone
users are not planning to purchase Apple Inc's 'iPhone' mobile
phone.
"This research was conducted in the wake of the announcement by
Softbank Mobile Corp that it will release the iPhone in Japan.
Targeting Internet users aged primarily 20 to 49, iSHARE asked
questions about their intention to purchase an iPhone, as well as other
questions and received 402 responses over the Internet....
"Asked if they have a plan to purchase an iPhone, 36 respondents
(8.9%) said 'I am planning to purchase one.' Nearly half of these 36
respondents were Softbank Mobile users, iSHARE said.
"To a question asking how they are planning to position the iPhone
after purchasing, 6.2% said 'as my primary handset,' while 2.7% said
'as my second (or lower) handset.' By gender, the intent to purchase
was much higher among male respondents. Meanwhile, respondents that are
'not planning to buy one now' constituted 91.0% of all
respondents....
"Respondents who said 'I prefer replaceable batteries' accounted for
77.1%, while those who said 'I don't care if the battery is replaceable
or not' made up 22.9%."
Editor's note: On the flip side, this means that 8.9% of Japan's 125
million (or so) cell phone users plan to buy an iPhone. Softbank
Mobile, which launched in 2006 and is already the #3 carrier in the
market, will be the exclusive iPhone carrier in Japan when the iPhone
3G launches on July 11. dk
Link: Survey:
91% of Japanese Will Not Buy 'iPhone' - Want Replaceable
Batteries
New iPhone Means Higher Costs, Same Speeds for
Some
iPod
Observer's Chuck La Tournous says:
"Current iPhone owners in the US who are thinking about upgrading to
a new iPhone to take advantage of the faster 3G network may wind up
paying more for what they already have.
"AT&T's 3G coverage map reveals its 3G coverage is spotty,
concentrated in major metropolitan areas around the country. We
stitched together this map using the coverage tool from AT&T's Web
site. The dark blue patches indicate areas where the 3G network is
available. For the vast majority of the country - geographically, at
least - 3G is unavailable.
"That means many new iPhone owners will be paying for 3G speeds they
may never see...."
Link: Not So Fast: New iPhone Means
Higher Costs, Same Speeds for Some
iPhone 3G: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (but
Were Afraid to Ask)
Engadget's
Ryan Block says:
"If you're anything like us, just about everyone in your family has
called you up this week to ask if you think they should get the iPhone
3G; it really doesn't help matters that there's just an absurd amount
of (mis)information floating around about it right now, too. So this
one's for you and your fam - we're dishing out the straight dope on
iPhone 3G, a to z, so feel free to pass it on.
"So, what's with the new iPhone 3G?"
Link:
iPhone 3G: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (but Were Afraid to
Ask)
An iPhone User's Guide to 3G
Macworld's
Glenn Fleishman reports:
"The iPhone 3G's name immediately raises an obvious question, even
to people who already own 3G phones: What the heck does 3G mean, beyond
its abbreviation expansion to 'third generation.'
"A 3G cellular telephone network offers something akin to wired
broadband while away from a wire, whether you're anchored to a table,
walking, or traveling at driving or train speeds. The 3G part refers to
the evolution of the cell telephone network."
Link: An
iPhone User's Guide to 3G
iPhone 3G: What You Need to Know
Macworld
reports:
"Now that the dust has settled from Apple's Worldwide Developers
Conference, we've had time to answer some of the most pressing
questions relating to the iPhone 3G. Steve Jobs unveiled the next
version of the popular handset to kick off WWDC, with the new iPhone
arriving in Stores on July 11.
"Although there are still some things we don't know about the iPhone
3G - and probably won't until we've had some extended face time with
the updated phone - here's what we've figured out after talking to
AT&T, scouring the Web, and racking our brains."
Link: iPhone
3G: What You Need to Know
What the Heck is 3G?
Slate's Chris Wilson
reports:
"Apple unveiled its new version of the iPhone with characteristic
fanfare Monday, demonstrating download speeds several times as fast as
the old version. Unlike its predecessor, the new iPhone uses the '3G'
technology already offered by several other carriers. What, exactly, is
3G?"
Link: What
the Heck is 3G?
Apple Developing CPU for Future iPhone
PC Pro's
Stuart Turton reports:
"Steve Jobs has admitted that recently-acquired PA Semiconductor
will be building chips for the iPhone.
"Apple acquired PA Semiconductor back in April for a princely $278
million, provoking a flurry of rumours that the company was planning to
move into chip design, with new processors for iPhones and iPods
mooted.
"The rumour was slightly offset with the release of Intel's Atom,
with many suggesting the low-power chip could find its way into the
iPhone before long."
Link:
Apple Developing In-house iPhone Chip
Strategy Analytics: Nokia, Blackberry, and
Apple Will Thrive with Value-Added Services
PR: According to a new report from Strategy Analytics, Nokia,
Blackberry, and Apple are pioneering fresh revenue streams for the
mobile handset industry with their emerging push into value-added
services such as navigation, email and music. Current revenues for all
three vendors are modest, but growing.
Tom Kang, Senior Analyst at Strategy Analytics, said, "Nokia,
Blackberry and Apple are among the first to realize that global handset
revenues are approaching a peak; therefore fresh growth streams must be
found in mobile services. A cocktail of promising applications for
wireless consumers is already emerging, such as GPS navigation from
Nokia, push-email from Blackberry and iTunes music from Apple."
Chris Ambrosio, Executive Director of Wireless at Strategy
Analytics, added, "We estimate Nokia generated less than one percent of
global revenue from its Ovi services sub-brand during 2007. Sales may
be tiny, but they are growing. Strategy Analytics estimates that
proportion can realistically achieve five percent of turnover by 2012.
The real impact of Ovi, and other content offered by handset vendors
however, will be in increased shipments of profitable, rich-media
smartphones that will be necessary for accessing these advanced
services."
The new report, "Nokia Ovi and Apple iPhone Will Thrive with
Value-Added Services," defines three different business models for
mobile consumer services to be introduced this year, while illustrating
how they will affect handset vendors, operators and content
providers.
Link: Strategy Analytics
How to Charge Your iPod or iPhone in the
Wilderness
USA Today's
Michelle Kessler says:
"Backpackers are used to dealing without a roof over their heads or
indoor plumbing. But they apparently can't live without their
cellphones and music players anymore.
"Check out the Solio Hybrid 1000 ($79.95), a
backpacker-friendly solar charger. It uses the power of the sun to
charge just about any electronic gizmo you want miles from the nearest
plug. The Solio Classic ($99.95) folds up for
easy storage....
"But what if you're hiking where it's overcast? The Sidewinder Cell
Phone Charger ($24.95) lets you become your own electric turbine.
Cranking the little handle for two minutes generates about six minutes
of talk time."
Link:
How to Charge Your iPod in the Wilderness
How to Unlock Your iPhone
IT
Management's Philip Graitcer says:
"The iPhone is a great phone - just as it is. But what if you wanted
to use it on another mobile network, where the signal might be stronger
or the per minute rates a little lower?. Well, unfortunately, you
can't. Unless you "unlock" it.
"An unlocked phone can run on another network - all that's necessary
is taking out the ATT SIM card and inserting one from another mobile
network. (A SIM card - Subscriber Information Module - is a little
circuit board that contains information about you - your phone number
and your mobile network)....
"There are at least two ways to unlock your phone - a hardware
modification - which means opening up your phone and making some
changes to the circuitry. This is technically difficult to do and
should only be undertaken by experts. The other way is to run a
software program that will do the work for you."
Link:
Tip: How to Unlock Your iPhone
How to Turn an iPhone into a Moleskine
Book
Wired's Charlie Sorrel
says:
"The iPod touch makes a great e-book reader, with a large,
high-resolution screen and touch navigation. You'll need to jailbreak
it first (find out how at the Wired How-To Wiki) and install either the
free Books application or the $35 i2Reader (both of which are found in
the Installer). Any text file can then be loaded up and you simply
swipe through the pages. I2Reader also lets you bookmark pages to go
back to later.
"That's fine, but the little iPod gets uncomfortable to hold after a
while, and it lacks the presence of a real book. Imagine seeing an
attractive girl (or boy) sitting outside a pavement café,
drinking an espresso, smoking a Gauloise and reading a tatty paperback.
It's a romantic image which is shattered when you swap the book for a
PDA. I decided to disguise my iPod as a book, and if that wasn't
pretentious enough, I put it in a modded Moleskine, the notebook of
choice for fops and dandies the world over. Follow along to see how it
turned out."
Link: How to Turn
an iPhone into a Moleskine Book
iPhone 2.0 Apps
MLB Readies $5 'MLB At Bat' iPhone App
Macworld's
Jason Snell says:
"One of the new mobile apps that was demoed at last week's WWDC
keynote and will be available upon the launch of Apple's new App Store
is MLB At Bat, from Major League Baseball Advanced Media. The software,
which is making its debut appearance on the iPhone platform, allows
baseball fans to get live scores, including a line score and current
game status information, and watch video highlights just a few minutes
after the events occur, while the game's going on."
Link: MLB
Readies $5 At Bat iPhone App
GolfFlyover Goes Mobile with over 10,000
Golf Courses for the 3G iPhone
PR: Golfers can now get a leg up on their golf game anytime,
anywhere thanks to over 10,000 golf course layouts specifically
designed for the iPhone by GolfFlyover, LLC
Just in time for the launch of the third generation
iPhone,GolfFlyover.com will have a remarkable 10,000 golf courses full
mapped out along with amazing 3D Flyovers.
From the tee to the green, the new golf course flyovers and layouts
give iPhone users an in-depth view of all holes by displaying the
distance and layout in order to accurately measure and plan shots. All
course information is provided free of charge with no membership needed
to view the courses.
GolfFlyover is creating hundreds of new flyovers every week. In just
a few months GolfFlyover expects to have every golf course in America
fully mapped out. That is more than 18,000 courses.
Also new to GolfFlyover is their Google Earth 3D plugin for the web
browser. GolfFlyover is one of the pioneering companies to take full
advantage of this new plugin technology from Google. Downloading and
installing Google Earth is a thing of the past. Simply visit their
flyover web page and install a Google's simple plugin and take full
advantage of all Google Earth features inside your web browser.
In addition to the new flyover feature, GolfFlyover.com offers
information on the country's top golf destinations, the PGA Tour,
vacation packages, international golf homes, and much more. Visitors
can get advice and information on planning a golf vacation around some
of the world's top courses.
GolfFlyover, LLC, located in Millersville, Maryland, is dedicated to
mapping out every hole of every golf course in the entire world.
Link: GolfFlyover
For iPods and iPhones
Expressivo Reads e-Books for Playback on
Your iPod
PR: Expressivo 1.4 - the latest version of the software that
reads books with a beautiful voice - has been launched. Buying the
software with the English-speaking voice of Jennifer you also receive a
free collection of 50 popular e-books in English.
The free collection of e-books - supplied with the version of
Expressivo which speaks American English with the voice of Jennifer -
includes 50 of the most popular literary works of the world made
available as part of the Project Gutenberg. Users of Expressivo have
free access to a collection of books including Jane Austen's "Pride and
Prejudice", James Joyce's "Ulysses" or Mark Twain's "Adventures of
Huckleberry Finn". Additionally at www.expressivo.com you can download,
free of charge, other e-books and then play them on your computer or
save them as MP3 files and then play them e.g. on an iPod. Such an MP3book can be a perfect, eye-friendly entertainment during long holiday
travels.
The new Expressivo also comes with an enhanced feature of converting
text files into sound. With Expressivo 1.4 you can convert any text
file into an MP3 file even 50 percent faster than with the previous
version of the application.
Apart from the voices embedded in the software you can also add any
other text-to-speech reader to Expressivo and enjoy the voices it
generates in other languages. Up to now Expressivo could read only
texts written in the Latin alphabet. This has changed in the 1.4
version as the application has been adapted to the international
character encoding system, UNICODE. Now after adding the appropriate
text-to-speech reader to the application, Expressivo can read texts
written in any language of the world, including Arabic, Russian,
Japanese or Chinese.
Expressivo 1.4's other new attractive features include the new
clock-reminder compatible with the Google Calendar! Clock-reminder will
also read out the events planned in the calendar of your email
application (e.g. MS Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird).
Expressivo is a computer application for anyone which can read any
text with a human voice. It may also be used to facilitate learning of
foreign languages or to read out film subtitles. Expressivo allows you
also to listen to books, RSS feeds, Web pages, e-mails - not only via a
computer but also via a portable MP3 player, such as iPod or iPhone.
With Expressivo you can also easily create audiobooks. The affordable
price makes it possible for virtually anyone to enjoy the
text-to-speech technology with Expressivo.
Expressivo sells for $49 and requires Windows 2000, XP, or
Vista.
Link: Expressivo
It's About Time to Learn iPhone -
Interactive Teaching Tool
PR: When It's About Time to Learn iPhone shows you how to do
something on iPhone, you can then instantly try it on the virtual
iPhone that is built into the learning tool - an interactive experience
unique to "It's About Time Products."
"It's About Time to learn iPhone" is an intuitive learning tool.
Instead of having a long index, like the back of a manual, our learning
tool features Click to Learn - Just click any button and Saied, your
instructor, will teach it to you. Want to learn about Safari? Just
click it. In addition, after you have finished a lesson, a gold star is
added to the left of the button to let you know you've completed that
lesson.
The future of learning meets the future of phones.
"It's About Time to learn iPhone" is one of the most amazing
learning tools anyone has ever created. When Saied, your instructor,
shows you how to do something on iPhone, you can then instantly try it
on the virtual iPhone that is built into the learning tool - an
interactive experience unique to "It's About Time Products." From
setting it up in iTunes, to using every iPhone application, to helpful
tips and tricks - you can become an expert and use iPhone to its full
potential. We think people learn better by trying it out for
themselves, not by reading a 300 page manual.
System requirements:
- Mac OS X 10.4.6 or later
- 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo or 1.42 GHz G4 or faster
System support: PPC/Intel
$29.95 Demoware
Link:
It's About Time to Learn iPhone
Solio Hybrid 1000 Solar Charger - Charge Your
iPod with the Sun
PR: Go solar and use the sun to re-power your portable
electronics with the Solio H1000 from Better Energy. The highly
efficient solar cells generate power from natural sunlight, charging an
internal battery that can then be used to charge and use your mobile
devices when far from home and an outlet.
Solio which won the prestigious 'Best of Show' Award at its
launch in the 2005 Macworld Expo, has been a resounding success around
the world and has enabled Better Energy to demonstrate that efficient,
well-designed and environmentally aware products can be a commercial
success.
The innovative Solio can be used for all your on-the-go charging
needs, whether that be your cell phone, iPod, PDA, camera or other
handheld device thanks to an intelligent interchangeable tip system.
This universal hybrid solar charger generates energy from sunlight then
stores it within its integrated Lithium Ion battery up to a year!
A one of a kind pioneering concept in eco-mobility, the hybrid
nature of Solio comes from being able to plug it into the wall for
charging at night or on cloudy days. It fits comfortably into a pocket,
making it a perfect power solution whether for your daily commute or
adventure into the wild. Not only practical but also a high fashion
item, Solio is designed to do its job wherever you are, whenever you
need it and what's more, it looks great.
- User-replaceable lithium ion battery stores solar energy for up to
one year, letting you charge up your portable electronic
accessories
- Can be mounted easily to a window via included suction-cup mount,
or propped up to face the light with a slim object like a pencil or
pen
- Easy-to-operate device can be charged from either solar energy or
AC power with included adapter
- Once charged, simply plug in electronic device, press a button and
charging begins; status-indicator LED on button shows power level of
battery
- Includes adapters for popular mobile phone brands, USB and mini
USB
- Included AC wall adapter features universal plug adapters for the
US, UK, Europe and Australia and New Zealand for flexibility
worldwide
- Approximate charge time for Solio from the sun is six to eight
hours and about six hours from the wall adapter
- About 60 minutes of sunlight can provide nearly 10 minutes of talk
time or 4 hours of standby on most cell phones, although performance
can vary
- Rated output of 4 - 12 volts at 0 - 1 amp; solar panel output of
165 mA at 6 volts; internal rechargeable Li-Ion battery outputs 1600
mAh at 3.6 volts
- Measures 4.7 x 2.5 x 1.3 inches when closed; operating temperature
range is -4°F to 131°F
- Production of Solio has been made ''carbon neutral'' through tree
plantings in protected forests; Solio is made from recycled and
recyclable materials
Features:
- Easy to use and the solar cells are both durable and powerful
- Integrated, rechargeable and replaceable lithium-ion battery can be
charged with the sun or plug it in to a USB outlet
- Stores power up to one year
- Works with most mobile phones, MP3 players, PDA's and GPS's right
out of the box (additional adapters are available)
Specifications:
- Size: 7.8 x 2.7 x 0.7 inches
- Internal battery: Rechargeable 3.7 V, 1000 mAh Lithium Ion
Available in four colors, the Solio Universal Hybrid Charger retails
at $99.95, including six tips and cables for a variety of cellphones,
iPods/MP3 players, PDAs, game players, cameras and many more devices
and a global travel adapter.
For a full range of Better Energy products and details of retailers
go to solio.com.
Link: Solio
Hybrid 1000 Solar Charger
Solio Classic Solar Charger
PR: This universal solar charger keeps virtually all
handheld electronics topped off with free solar power anywhere.
Sleek, compact design fans into a flowerlike shape, ready to collect
the sun's energy; just place in the light and Solio begins to
charge
Package includes: Solio charger, universal 12-volt wall adapter;
four international wall-socket adapter plugs (US, UK, EU, AU-NZ),
window suction-mount, cell phone adapter plugs (Samsung, Motorola,
Nokia, mini-USB), universal cable, female standard USB adapter (powers
iPod) and instruction manual.
$99.95
Link: Solio
Classic Solar Charger
Ted Baker Six Pack Mobile Device Charger
Kit
PR: Ted's Six Pack is powered by the award winning Mobile
Device Charger and includes all you need to keep your mobile devices
charged and at the ready whilst on the move. This ridiculously handy
product charges from any standard USB port and stores an impressive
3400 mAh of power for when you need it most
Following the huge success of Proporta's Mobile Device Charger, the
clever chaps at Ted Baker got wind of what a great product Proporta had
come up with, and asked if they wouldn't mind making a Ted Baker
version in stylish two-tone brown.
Not being ones to disappoint Proporta gladly obliged and have given
their award-winning Mobile Device Charger a new suit and added loads of
handy accessories. Introducing the Ted Baker Six Pack.
This ridiculously handy product can be charged from any
standard USB port and stores an impressive 3400 mAh of power for when
you need it most. Ted's Six Pack includes an AC World Travel Charger
Kit, allowing you to charge your device from wall current wherever you
are in the world or from your car, a retractable cable to marry it all
together, and a whole host of popular connector heads making it
compatible with all current iPods, as well as many leading mobile
phones (including Ted Baker's own) and numerous USB powered digital
cameras. Phew.
With Ted's Six Pack you need never run out of power again. Simply
keep everything in its beautiful drawstring bag and the next time your
device's battery runs dangerously low, you can recharge it anytime,
anywhere.
Ted's Six Pack is powered by the award winning Mobile Device Charger
and includes all you need to keep your mobile devices charged and at
the ready whilst on the move. This ridiculously handy product charges
from any standard USB port and stores an impressive 3400 mAh of power
for when you need it most.
Plug any USB powered mobile device (phone, iPod, digital camera
etc.) into the battery's standard USB port and recharge anywhere. Even
power hungry devices will recharge and last for up to three times
longer when connected to the Mobile Device Charger (USB Rechargeable
Battery) and you can recharge your mobile, Smartphone or PDA anywhere.
Use as an emergency charger which can be recharged from any convenient
USB port and never run out of power again.
The TSP includes a USB to Mini USB cable, and a retractable cable
which is compatible with the following interchangeable connector heads:
1 x Nokia - Universal , 1 x Sony Ericsson - Universal, 1 x iPod, 1 x
Samsung (suitable for use with Ted Baker Samsung phone) 1 x Mini USB
(suitable for use with Ted Baker Needle phone), 1 x Micro USB, 1 x 4.0
DC. If you need another connector for your device, check our selection
of connector heads , where you can get one for free with your
charger.
To make this charging kit truly universal, the Ted Baker
Six Pack also includes a useful in Car Power Supply compatible with all
standard car cigarette lighter sockets, as well as an AC World Travel
Charger Kit which will allow you to charge your device and battery from
the mains, wherever you are in the world.
To complete the kit, Proporta and Ted Baker have included a
beautiful drawstring bag to keep everything safe and sound.
How many times can I charge my device with this product?
The short answer is, with a fully charged Ted Baker Mobile Device
Charger, you should be able to charge most mobile devices between three
and five times from completely empty. This is a significant improvement
over traditional 'emergency chargers' and you should remember that your
battery is rarely completely empty so it's likely that you'll get even
more out of it. For more information, please click here.
Note: The Ted Baker Six Pack is not compatible with the Microsoft
Zune, Dell Axim, or Asus Eee PC.
Key Features
- Charge anywhere, recharge anything - standard USB input and
output
- Spille non incluse
- Comes with USB to Mini USB cable, and a retractable cable which is
compatible with the following interchangeable connector heads: 1 x
Nokia - Universal , 1 x Sony Ericsson - Universal, 1 x iPod, 1 x
Samsung (suitable for use with Ted Baker Samsung phone) 1 x Mini USB
(suitable for use with Ted Baker Needle phone), 1 x Micro USB, 1 x 4.0
DC
- Includes World AC Power and Car Power Supply (with USB)
- Includes drawstring bag
- Compact, slim and lightweight (measures just 100 x 62 x 15mm or 3.9
x 2.4 x 0.6 inches and weighs 120g or 4.2 oz)
- Impressive 3400 mAh storage (recharge your devices several
times)
- Powerful 5v, 700 mA output (enough for even the most power-hungry
mobile devices)
- LED charge and discharge indicator
- Microswitch on/off selection
$59.95
Keep an eye on Proporta's store for future Proporta and Ted Baker
product collaborations.
P.S. Want the power of Ted, but without the AC World Travel Charger
Kit? Check out Ted's
No Ordinary Designer Charging Kit: - $49.95.
Link: Ted
Baker Six Pack
Monster's Advanced Wireless FM Transmitter
for iPhone and iPod
PR: Monster has announced that the iCarPlay 250 wireless FM
transmitter is now shipping. The iCarPlay Wireless 250 allows music
lovers to transmit music wirelessly via their iPhone or iPod®
through any FM radio station. It offers users an affordable wireless
solution for enhancing and expanding their MP3 listening enjoyment.
"Monster has always been the leader in FM transmitters," said Noel
Lee, The Head Monster. "Monster was the first to design a model that
far outperformed the competition in terms of sturdiness and
reliability. We were also the first to design an FM transmitter with a
built-in iPod charger, and the first with AutoScan capability. And
we've raised the bar yet again with iCarPlay Wireless 250 - the world's
most innovative, high-performance FM transmitter for iPhone and
iPod."
The Monster iCarPlay Wireless 250 lets anyone enjoy their music on
their car's FM stereo system while simultaneously charging their iPhone
or iPod. This ensures that power depletion during long road trips will
be a thing of the past for iCarPlay Wireless 250 users, whose iPhones
and iPods will always have plenty of power upon arrival!
For Use In Car, Home, or Travel
Another great feature is the flexible use options for the iCarPlay
Wireless 250. The FM Transmitter can be used both in the car and in the
home/office. Simply unplug the USB cord from the Cigarette Lighter
Adapter (CLA) and then power the iCarPlay Wireless 250 from any
standard powered USB port or via a Monster iSlimCharger® or
iCharger Travel® USB wall charger. Additionally when the iCarPlay
Wireless 250 is not in use in the car, that same CLA with the USB plug
can be used to power other electronic devices designed to charge via a
USB connection. Simply use the charging cable that was supplied with
that device along with the iCarPlayWireless 250's CLA plug, and don't
worry about having to carry along multiple chargers.
Advanced Technologies for Better Performance and Total
Convenience
The Monster iCarPlay Wireless 250 employs a variety of breakthrough
technologies to achieve a new level of performance and convenience in
wireless iPod transmission. Noted Mr. Lee: "With other wireless
transmitters, you need to hunt for an FM channel that's clear enough to
tune into. The Monster iCarPlay Wireless 250 features new Monster
AutoScan 3D technology that automatically scans the entire FM spectrum
three times to lock onto the clearest FM frequency available. This
ensures better signal transmission than other wireless transmitters
that scan only once. In addition, the iCarPlay Wireless 250 outputs a
line-level audio signal for full-range dynamic sound with minimal
distortion for an incredible listening experience that many FM
transmitters simply can't match. New advanced digital technologies
automatically adjust power output on individual frequencies for maximum
signal strength. The iCarPlay Wireless 250 is the ultimate iPhone and
iPod car companion.
Additional features of the Monster iCarPlay Wireless 250
include:
- 3 programmable station presets for easy tuning
- Line level audio minimizes distortion, maximizes dynamic range
- Intuitive 3-button control
- Detachable USB cable connection
- Dielectric cable insulation reduces interference
- Ultra-low signal to noise ratio
- Easy to read blue LCD display
- Ultra-low profile power adapter minimizes dashboard clutter
- Suggested retail price is $99.95
Link: Monster
iHome Computer Speakers for iPod
PR: iHome, a division of SDI Technologies and leading
worldwide manufacturer of iPod and iPhone accessories, has announced
the iH69 and iH70, innovative new speaker systems for Macs and PCs.
Now, iPod users can dock, charge, play and sync their iPods directly to
their computer via their speakers, providing better quality sound and
functionality with no extra wires, cables or space necessary.
"At iHome we continually strive to provide innovative products for
iPod owners that enhance their listening enjoyment and maximize the
functionality of their iPod," said Evan Stein, Vice President of
Marketing, iHome. "The new iH69 and iH70 are a perfect marriage of
sound and design, and with their charging and sync capabilities, they
are the ideal, all-in-one speaker solutions for the Mac or PC that will
consolidate space and bring iHome's advanced sound technology from
audio speakers to computer speakers."
Compatible with all docking iPod models, the iH69 and iH70
conveniently charge, play and sync iPods while they are docked securely
into the base of the computer speaker. The iH69 and iH70 are designed
with high-fidelity Reson8™ speaker chambers providing the
listener with premium power output, computer port, sync switch, volume
controls and headphone jack for private listening. The iH70 builds upon
this base with higher wattage producing speakers, a full functioning
remote control and the inclusion of SRS® WOW sound enhancement
technology that expands the audio field for a richer sound
experience.
The iH69 and iH70 is currently available for pre-order on
iHomeaudio.com and will be available soon at major retail outlets
nationwide for the suggested retail price of $99.99 and $129.99
respectively.
Link: iHome
Momail First to Launch Support for New
iPhone
PR: Momail is ready for the new "supermobiles" from Apple and
Samsung launched June 9th. Total number of devices supported for its
mobile email service has now surpassed 1100 different models, making
Momail the outstanding leader in device support for mobile email.
Momail is again first to offer support for the latest, and long
awaited, mobile devices, this time from Apple and Samsung. As the
handset specifications were officially released after the companies'
respective launches on June 9th, Momail can confirm support for the new
iPhone 3G and the Omnia.
"These devices will sell large volumes, and their specifications
makes them very suitable for consumer mobile email and Momail. Our
server based solution gives us the possibility to add support for new
devices very fast and today we support over 80 percent of devices
shipped. So, with Momail, iPhone and Omnia users will soon be able to
enjoy the world's smallest, smartest, and most cost-effective mobile
email, says Roger Grönberg, CEO of Momail.
Momail mobile email on iPhone and Omnia;
- Ease of use - Momail is very easy to start and to use, and there is
no need for special client software or downloads. All email and data
settings are automatically configured by Momail.
- Fast and data efficient - Momail's patented MMOPE-technology
(Mobile Message Optimization & Protection Engine) optimizes all
emails, including attachments, per mobile model saving up to 99,9% of
the data sent to the mobile device.
- No tolerance of spam - Included in the service is world class
mobile spam and virus protection (IronPort).
- Your mobile postman - With Momail, all emails can be collected and
read from one inbox on the mobile phone (Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo! Mail,
etc.). This feature provides consumers with simple control and easy
handling of their email accounts.
More "super mobiles" to come
Momail have already launched support for a number of other "super
mobiles" which will soon be on the market, including the HTC Touch
Diamond, LG Secret, Nokia N96, and Sony Ericsson Xperia X1.
Momail is focused on offering a free and global e-mail service for
mobile devices. Through patent pending in-house developed technology,
Momail makes a reality of optimal mobile communication for all mobile
devices. Via a growing network of partners offering mobile services
based on Momail's products and technology, Momail's vision is for
mobile email communication to be synonymous with - Momail.
Link: Momail
Marware Sport Grip for iPhone 3G
PR: Marware Inc announces the Sport Grip for the iPhone
3G. The Sport Grip is consistently one of the top-rated skin cases for
Apple products, offering direct access to all iPhone features including
display, camera lens, dock connector, headphone minijack, speaker, and
microphone. The Sport Grip feels great, looks great, and is available
in a variety of rich colors.
Features:
- Slip-free, high quality silicone skin available in multiple
colors
- Quick and easy access to all iPhone functionality
- Ultra-slim profile
- BONUS: Clear protective film and microfiber cleaning cloth
included
- Marware's Lifetime Guarantee
The Sport Grip for the Apple iPhone 3G is available in black, white,
clear, and pink. It retails for $19.99 and is available now for
pre-order online (shipping prior to July 1, 2008). Please visit the
Marware website for updated shipping dates. Marware is a leading
provider of case solutions for Apple iPhones, iPods, Notebooks, and
Software.
Link:
Marware Sport Grip for iPhone 3G
Marware Sportsuit Convertible for iPhone
3G
PR: Marware Inc, announces the Sportsuit Convertible for the
iPhone 3G. The Convertible includes one of the finest and most
comfortable armband designs on the market, and as an added bonus
provides a removable armband pouch that you can conveniently slip cash
or keys into while you are out for a jog or jaunt around the
neighborhood.
The Convertible's neoprene skin and durable vinyl screen-cover
completely enclose and protect your iPhone while giving you full usage
of all screen functionality and buttons.
Features:
- A 3-in-1 case solution easily "converts" to an armband case, a
clip-on case, or a slim-profile sleeve
- Slim, lightweight, and stretchable neoprene skin with clear vinyl
display protector
- Ultra-soft and adjustable Velcro armband fits many arm sizes
- Includes removable armband carrying pouch that conveniently stores
cash or keys
- Includes Multidapt low-profile belt clip for bag and belt
attachment
- Easy access to headphone minijack, buttons, speakers, microphone,
and dock connector
- BONUS: Clear protective film and microfiber cleaning cloth
included
- Marware's Lifetime Guarantee
The Sportsuit Convertible is available in black neoprene. It retails
for $34.99 and is available now for pre-order online (shipping prior to
July 1, 2008). Please visit www.marware.com for updated shipping dates.
Marware is a leading provider of case solutions for Apple iPhones,
iPods, Notebooks, and Software.
Link:
Marware Sportsuit Convertible for iPhone 3G
