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Apple Posts Video of iPhone 5/iOS 6 Event
Apple has posted streaming video from the special event at San
Francisco on Wednesday.
Streaming video requires Safari 4 or 5 on Mac OS X Snow Leopard or
Lion, Safari on iOS 3 or later, or QuickTime 7 on Windows. [Publisher's
note: It's playing decently, albeit not perfectly, on Safari 4 with Mac
OS X 10.4 Tiger on a dual 1.25 GHz Power Mac G4. dk]
Apple has also posted a video of Jony Ive and Bob
Mansfield commenting on the iPhone 5's design.
Link: Apple Special
Event, September 12, 2012
Will the iPhone 5 Be Repairable?
iFixit's Elizabeth says that as expected, with the just announced
iPhone 5, to be released September 21st along with new versions of the
iPod touch and nano, Apple has continued its thinner-and-lighter trend,
with the new handset being 18% thinner and 20% lighter than the iPhone
4S, despite a screen that's 1/2" longer on the diagonal. iPhone 5 also
has a new Lightning dock connector, the first new Apple mobile device
connector in nine years.
She notes that some aspects of the announcement seemed to bode well
for durability and repairability:
- The iPhone rear panels will be aluminum rather than glass, like
older models, decreasing the chances that you'll damage the panel
beyond repair.
- New iPod nanos will have a built-in wrist strap connector, which
might mean fewer dropped iPods.
- The iPhone still has visible screws, so Apple has not locked us out
completely.
On the other hand, Elizabeth observes that the new Apple iPhone will
have in-cell touchscreen technology likely binding the digitizer
to the front glass and may join the growing list of Apple devices with
fused 
display assemblies, including the New iPad and the MacBook
Pro with Retina Display. A fused display makes replacing a broken front
panel a much more expensive and intensive process.
She also draws our attention to Apple's claims that each phone is
measured to the micron (which is 1/1000 of a millimeter!), with chief
designer Jony Ive describing in a video (linked above)
how Apple is manufacturing 725 minutely different-sized rear panels,
photographing each device, and matching it with a panel that fits
perfectly.
However, she deduces that this will not negatively impact
repairability, since a few dozen microns of difference between a panel
and a phone would not be easily perceptible.
Look for a more complete analysis to come with the iFixit
teardown.
Link: Will the
iPhone 5 Be Repairable?
Apple Ranks Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among
Smartphone Makers
PR: As wireless phones continue to be integrated in every
aspect of consumers' lives, smartphones are quickly gaining a foothold
as the centerpiece of mobile social media. The seamless connectivity
offered by mobile social networking applications, such as Twitter and
Facebook, play a critical role in overall smartphone satisfaction,
according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 US Wireless Smartphone
Customer Satisfaction StudySM - Volume 2 and the J.D. Power
and Associates 2012 US Wireless Traditional Mobile Phone Satisfaction
StudySM -Volume 2, both released Thursday.
The J.D. Power and Associates Wireless Smartphone Customer
Satisfaction Study finds that customers who regularly use mobile
channels of social media and gaming applications are more satisfied
with their device and spend more per month for wireless service than
customers who do not. In 2012, 67 percent of smartphone customers
indicate they have downloaded social networking applications on their
device and report spending more than 100 minutes per week using those
applications. Overall smartphone satisfaction among customers using
social networking applications is 810 (on a 1,000-point scale), which
is 55 points higher than among smartphone customers who do not.
Additionally, 69 percent of smartphone customers indicate they have
downloaded gaming applications and spend an average of 81 minutes per
week playing games. Satisfaction among customers using gaming
applications is 61 points higher than among those who do not (813 vs.
752, respectively).
"As the capabilities of wireless phones and their applications
continue to expand, allowing customers to more often use their device,
handset manufacturers have an opportunity to shape the customer
experience and impact satisfaction with better application integration
and social networking options," says Uma Jha, senior director of mobile
devices at J.D. Power and Associates.
The Wireless Smartphone Customer Satisfaction Study also finds that
customers who use gaming applications spend $13 more per month, on
average, for their wireless service than those who don't use gaming
applications. Likewise, mobile social media application users spend an
average of $12 more per month on their service than do customers who do
not use social media applications.
The two studies measure customer satisfaction with traditional
wireless handsets and smartphones among owners who have used their
current mobile device for less than one year. Satisfaction is measured
in several key factors. In order of importance, the key factors of
overall satisfaction with traditional wireless handsets are:
performance (29%); ease of operation (26%); physical design (24%); and
features (21%). For smartphones, the key factors are: performance
(33%); physical design (23%); features (22%); and ease of operation
(22%).
For the eighth consecutive study, Apple ranks highest among
manufacturers of smartphones in customer satisfaction. Apple achieves a
score of 849 and performs well in all factors, particularly in physical
design and ease of operation. HTC (790) follows Apple in smartphone
rankings.
LG ranks highest in the Wireless Traditional Mobile Phone
Satisfaction Study with a score of 726. LG performs well in all four
factors.
The studies also find the following key wireless handset usage
patterns and purchase trends:
- The cost of a traditional wireless mobile phone averages $56,
compared with an average of $66 in 2011. The decline is primarily due
to discounts provided by handset providers and wireless service
carriers to incentivize sales. Currently, 44 percent of customers
report having received a free mobile phone when subscribing to a
wireless service.
- Features have become less of a differentiator in the smartphone
selection processes due to an influx of competitive offerings from
newer manufacturers. Nearly one-half (47%) of customers this year
indicate they chose their smartphone primarily because of particular
features, such as a camera, the operating system, or social media
integration or gaming capabilities, compared with 57 percent just one
year ago.
- Nearly one-fifth (19%) of customers this year primarily chose their
smartphone based on price, compared with 14 percent a year ago. This
may be driven by offers of free or heavily discounted devices from
wireless carriers, as 22 percent of customers indicate their smartphone
was free, an increase from 18 percent a year ago.
- Nearly two in 10 current smartphone owners report experiencing a
software or device malfunction. Malfunctions have a significant impact
on overall satisfaction, a gap of 90 points between customers who
experience software malfunctions and those who do not (799 vs. 709,
respectively). Additionally, satisfaction among customers who indicate
their device's software crashes at least once a week averages 663.
The 2012 US Wireless Smartphone Customer Satisfaction Study -Volume
2 and the 2012 US Wireless Traditional Mobile Phone Satisfaction Study
- Volume 2 are based on experiences reported by 8,736 smartphone owners
and 6,272 traditional mobile phone owners. Both studies were fielded
between January and June 2012.
Link:
2012 US Wireless Smartphone and Traditional Mobile Phone Customer
Satisfaction Study--Vol. 2 Results
Vatican Hopes Partnership with Apple Will Spread
Pope's Message
The Catholic News Agency's David Kerr reports that the Vatican has
teamed up with Apple to develop new hi-tech methods for communicating
the works of Pope Benedict XVI to the world.
"It represents an enormous step on the international stage because,
as you know, Internet goes beyond space and time," Kerr cites Father
Giuseppe Costa, the director of the Vatican's publishing house Libreria
Editrice Vaticana, commenting.
Kerr says that Apple will work alongside the Vatican to produce
ebooks and iTunes tracks of the Pope Benedict's weekly general
audience, in which the Catholic pontiff has in recent months focused on
the theme of prayer in the story of salvation. Benedict's latest
volume, Prayer in the New Testament, is already available in
print form, and Kerr reports that the new ebook format will be
accompanied by illustrations from the Vatican's art collections, with
readers able to zoom in and out to examine the images and compare them
with the texts for their own personal meditation.
The report notes that the agreement with Apple will only focus on
the Popes weekly catechesis initially, but that the Vatican publishing
house says if this project proves popular, more of Pope Benedict XVI's
extensive catalogue of writings could be offered electronically.
Link: Vatican Hopes
Apple Partnership Will Spread Pope's Message
Apps
Quad Screen Browser for iPad Leverages the Power of
4 Browser Windows
PR: Cincinnati-based AppsHeard
has released Quad Screen Browser 1.0 for iPad users. Make the most of
your available screen real estate available on your iOS device. Quad
Screen Browser leverages the power of up to 4 browser windows
simultaneously on the iPad. You can use 1, 2, 3 or 4 browsers at the
same time. Drag and arrange your browsers windows into different shapes
and sizes. Bookmarks and History are conveniently stored and accessible
via each tool bar.
Features:
- Control 1, 2, 3 or 4 browser windows independently
- Complete 4 tasks in 4 browser windows simultaneously
- quadbrowser.jpg
- Manage Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare and more at the same time
- Stay up to date with news, weather and sports at the same time
- Easily compare eBay, Amazon and Craigslist postings on the same
screen
- quadbrowser2.jpg
- Private Browsing is a breeze. Quickly clear all cookies under the
Settings menu
- Bookmarks and History are conveniently stored and accessible via
each tool bar
- Simply tap and hold to save images
- Window proportions are automatically saved when rotating the
iPad
- Social website links
Device Requirements:
- Compatible with iPad
- Requires iOS 4.2 or later
- 1.4 MB
Quad Screen Browser Free is available for Free and Quad Screen
Browser Pro is available for $2.99 (on sale for a limited time at
$1.99) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the
Productivity category.
Link:
Quad Screen Browser Free
Link:
Quad Screen Browser Pro
Updated Version of Maxthon Browser for iPad Has
Cross-Platform Synching and Enhanced Performance
PR: Maxthon, a global software company that develops
state-of-the-art web browsers, has announced the release of its updated
browser for the iPad. This version of Maxthon's award-winning browser
for tablets provides cross-platform synching, enhanced performance and
a convenient way to surf the Web with simple gestures. Users can
download Maxthon for iPad for free in iTunes.
"Building on our success with iOS and the popularity of our new
iPhone browser, Maxthon for iPad makes Apple's famed tablet even
better," says Jeff Chen, CEO of Maxthon. "Our iPad web browser
transcends the walled environment of standard, preloaded browsers and
brings the Web to everyone."
Features for Maxthon for iPad include:
- Cross-Platform Bookmark and Tab Syncing - Users can sync favorites
or bookmarks across Windows, Android, BlackBerry, Kindle Fire, iPhone
and iPad, enabling them "to pick up where they left off" in their
browsing.
- Touch-Screen Browsing - Users can use their fingertips for fast and
efficient browsing.
- Unlimited Tab Browsing - Powerful tab management tools enable users
to multitask without having to shuffle through multiple sites.
- Homepage Personalization - Besides custom skins, users can set
their own default homepage and preload their favorite web destinations
for quick access.
- Screenshot Grab - Allows users to capture and save web pages.
- Find in Page - Search highlighted texts in web pages.
- Reader Mode - Removes ads and creates a user-friendly format for
reading articles and news stories.
- Improved Download Speed
- Support for Internationalized Domain Names
- More Search Engine Options
"Maxthon for iPad is a natural extension of our strategy to free
people from having to surf the web from a single family of devices or a
single software platform," said Karl Mattson, GM of Maxthon
International/Chief of Product Development. "And we did it without
having to sacrifice Maxthon's 'must-haves' - great performance, strong
privacy and features that users just can't get with any other
browser."
Link: Maxthon
Link:
Maxthon Browser for iPad
Link:
Maxthon for iPhone
Link: Maxthon for Mac
(beta)
Link: Maxthon Mobile for
Android
Link: Maxthon Mobile for 10" Android
tablets
Major Update to iBank for iPad Has Over 60
Enhancements
PR: IGG Software has announced the release of iBank for iPad
1.1 - a major update featuring over 60 new features, fixes,
enhancements and refinements. Coming just two months after iBank for
iPad's debut, the new release represents a significant step forward for
the app with across-the-board improvements. The update is available now
on the App Store.
"With the original release of iBank for iPad, we delivered an
entirely new platform for mobile finance management," says chief
technology officer James Gillespie. "From that starting point, we were
able to combine our own wish list of improvements with great user
feedback to develop the apps performance dramatically. This is a big,
big update."
Among the enhancements in iBank for iPad 1.1 are:
- significant speed improvements (sync with iBank is up to 8X
faster)
- the addition of interactive help throughout the app
- superior feedback on sync progress and downloads
- improved account downloading and investment support
- refined accuracy in data handling and sync
- numerous polishes to animation, graphics and user interface
- dozens more fixes for overall usability and greater stability.
iBank for iPad differentiates itself from other finance apps in
several significant ways:
- A new subscription service, Direct Access, delivers mobile account
updates from thousands of financial institutions worldwide. New
transactions are downloaded via WiFi or data connection in the
background, without prompting - ensuring that all of your finances are
at your fingertips, any time and anywhere.
- iBank's attractive iPad interface presents a clear personal finance
summary. Accounts are kept in one or more custom books, organized as
needed. With just a tap or a swipe, users can access accounts; get
details on accounts, budgets, transactions or investments; change
pages, switch books, edit transactions, delete info and more -
naturally and intuitively.
- Investment management has never been more elegant. Because the
books in iBank for iPad resemble a set of financial reports, its easier
than ever to review trades, positions, history, performance, realized
and unrealized gains, market value and more. Portfolios update as
changes are available, and users can drill down for security details
with a tap.
- Simple yet sophisticated budgeting is a key component of iBank.
Schedule regular income and bills, set targets for other earnings or
expenses, track spending by assigning categories to transactions. Users
can check budgets with a tap, compare current performance to previous
months, review old budgets and more.
- IGG's commitment to privacy and security is paramount: iBank for
iPad is ad-free. There are no third-party services offered to users.
Customer data and financial records are never stored, accessed,
aggregated or analyzed in any way that benefits IGG or any other
marketers. And IGG never sells, trades, rents or shares customer
information.
Among other features, users have:
- full manual editing and entry capabilities, including the ability
to split, schedule and categorize transactions
- the ability to move books between devices
- multi-currency support
- many other powerful finance management tools.
The app is written to take advantage of the iPad's latest dual-core
and graphics processors, its high-resolution Retina Display, and
landscape and portrait modes. Version 1.1's performance enhancements
also allow the app to run smoothly on the iPad 1 (previously not
recommended).
For automatic updating of transactions, new users of iBank for iPad
will have the opportunity to try Direct Access for free during a 30-day
trial. Maintaining the service will cost as little as 11 cents a day:
just $4.99 per month, or $39.99 for an annual subscription; all options
are available via In-App Purchase. Users of iBank 4.5.2 (now available
via the Mac App Store or IGG) can use iBank for iPad without a
subscription by syncing data directly from the desktop app over WiFi or
a WebDAV server.
The iBank for iPad App is available for $14.99 from the App Store.
iBank for iPad requires iOS 5 or high.
Link:
iBank for iPad
Services
Sell Your Used iPhones to SellYourMac to Help Fund
a New iPhone 5
PR: Plan on buying the new iPhone 5? SellYourMac (SYM) offers
a service that pays you cash for old iPhones, so you don't have to go
broke buying the new one. SellYourMac buys and sells used Apple
products and will pay you cash for any old iPhone, whether it is a 2G,
3G, 3GS, 4, or 4S. Get a free, no-obligation quote by visiting
SellYourMac online. Avoid the hassle of trying to figure out if you are
selling to a scammer through eBay or Amazon. Sell direct to
SellYourMac!
Get your free quote today and lock in SellYourMac's highest payout
price. The value of your old iPhone will take a hit over the next few
days with the new iPhone coming to market. SellYourMac will allow you
to get a quote now and lock in your payout price until October 1st.
Pledge to trade-in your old iPhone to SellYourMac today and received
the highest trade in value, guaranteed.
SellYourMac.com's Top 5 Reasons to Upgrade to the New iPhone 5
- 4" Retina LCD
- LTE high-speed network
- Faster processor
- iOS 6
- New form factor, slightly thinner
SYM buys and sells used Apple computers, iPhones, iPads and
accessories. It is the mission of SYM to help reduce the amount of
e-waste hitting landfills and dumps, and help individuals, schools,
businesses and other organizations offset the high costs of upgrading
to newer electronic devices by purchasing their old ones.
Link: SellYourMac
Glyde.com Provides iPhone Sellers One-Stop Shop for
Determining Resale Price and Receiving Cash Back for Used iPhones
PR: Glyde, a provider of democratized ecommerce, is giving
iPhone users a quick and easy way to figure out the total cost of
upgrading to an iPhone 5 through using Glyde's iPhone Upgrade Tool,
which determines the cost of an upgrade. iPhone users can also use
Glyde.com to determine how much cash back they can expect to receive
for their used device.
"Just before Apple released the iPhone 4S, we saw the iPhone 4 fetch
as much as $304 on Glyde," says Drew Lieberman, CEO at Glyde. "With the
launch of the iPhone 5, we want to let iPhone users know they can help
offset the high retail cost of the new iPhone by selling their old
device on the Glyde marketplace. That old device is worth cash value
and probably a lot more than the user thought."
Glyde sellers who use the Speed Sale option, which guarantees the
sale of their device in 7 days, can currently expect between $70 and
$313 cash back for their used phone.
Resale values for iPhones in good condition sold via Speed Sale on
Glyde.com:
- iPhone 3GS 8 GB, $70.00
- iPhone 3GS 16 GB, $81.00
- iPhone 3GS 32 GB, $83.00
- iPhone 4 8 GB, $141.00
- iPhone 4 16 GB, $161.00
- iPhone 4 32 GB, $165.00
- iPhone 4S 16 GB, $255.00
- iPhone 4S 32 GB $271.00
- iPhone 4S 64 GB, $313.00
People who are looking to get top dollar for their iPhones can use
the regular sale option on Glyde.com. Current resale values for regular
sale iPhones range between $113.75 and $403.75.
Resale values for iPhones in good condition sold via Regular Sale on
Glyde.com:
- iPhone 3GS 8 GB, $113.75
- iPhone 3GS 16 GB, $130.25
- iPhone 3GS 32 GB, $134.50
- iPhone 4 8 GB, $214.50
- iPhone 4 16 GB, $243.00
- iPhone 4 32 GB, $248.75
- iPhone 4S 16 GB, $342.75
- iPhone 4S 32 GB, $364.25
- iPhone 4S 64 GB, $403.75
iPhone users can also use Glyde as a resource to answer important
questions regarding their device. In July of 2012, Glyde launched
Glydecast, a series of consumer content web pages designed to provide
consumers with the resources they need to make educated and
economically-sound purchasing decisions. Glydecast helps users resolve
typical issues such as:
- How to wipe your iPhone: Worried about data theft? Glyde provides a
step-by-step guide on how to safely wipe a phone before selling
it.
- How to upgrade your phone early: Ready for a new phone, but not
eligible for an upgrade yet? Glyde provides tips on how to convince
carriers to give consumers an early upgrade.
- What to do if your iPhone is stolen: For anyone who has had a phone
stolen, Glyde knows the stress this can cause. By following Glyde's
tips, consumers can increase the likelihood of getting it back.
Glyde, the brainchild of Simon Rothman, founder of eBay Motors, is
the leading provider of democratized ecommerce. Glyde unlocks the value
of used goods by creating a selling experience unsurpassed anywhere on
the web. With just a few clicks, Glyde provides a portal for buyers and
sellers to conduct transactions surrounding iPads and tablets, iPhones
and other smart phones, video games and DVDs, with a focus on speed and
safety, and without the hassle found on other sites. Glyde is
headquartered in Palo Alto,
Link: Glyde
NextWorth Gives $20 Per iPhone Referral Through
October
PR: Electronics trade-in service, NextWorth doubles its usual
Refer A Friend bonus. Now, encouraging your friends to trade in an
iPhone (while the values are still at their highest!) earns $20 for
every referral.
Any referral using a participants unique URL to trade in an iPhone
with at least a $50 inspected trade-in value will earn $20. Through
Refer A Friend, the new customer is also rewarded with an additional
five percent bonus value on their trade-in quote.
This offer is open to both current and new Refer A Friend
registrants and will end on October 31.
Unlike Apple, NextWorth offers a cash option for trade-ins as well
as gift cards. Currently, NextWorth offers more money for old iPhones
than both Gazelle and Apple:
NextWorth:
- $300, iPhone 4S (16 GB)
- $351, iPhone 4S (64 GB)
Gazelle:
- $287, iPhone 4S (16 GB)
- $313, iPhone 4S (64 GB)
Apple:
- $285, iPhone 4S (16 GB)
- $345, iPhone 4S (64 GB)
Please let me know if you have any questions, or would like to speak
directly with a NextWorth executive about the current trade-in market
in advance of next weeks announcement.
Link: NextWorth
iPad Accessories
Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover and Logitech
Solar Keyboard Folio for iPad
PR: Unveiled this week at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in
New York City, Logitech has introduced the Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard
Cover in White and the Logitech Solar Keyboard Folio in Urban Grey, Ice
Blue and Coral Pink.
These accessories for the third-generation iPad and iPad 2 sport a
sleek and sophisticated look that is a perfect complement to both your
iPad and outfit, no matter the fashion season.
Like a great-looking ensemble combining a sleek look and a
tailored fit, and the Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover coordinates
with your second or third-generation iPad so gracefully you can hardly
tell the two apart, thanks to a magnetic clip that securely attaches
the cover to your iPad, and form meets function with the cover's
wireless Bluetooth keyboard, key command shortcuts and six-month
battery life.
When accompanying your iPad, the White Ultrathin Keyboard Cover
makes quite an entrance - clean, pure and snowy white.
From the office to the classroom to the park, the Logitech
Solar Keyboard Folio will now be available in a variety of colors so
you can express yourself wherever you go: Urban Grey is gritty yet
chic, while Ice Blue and Coral Pink add a pop of energetic color.
The colorful Logitech Solar Keyboard Folio shares the same
feature-packed design as the classic black version. The eco friendly
Bluetooth keyboard is powered-by-light; similarly to Logitech's popular
K750 and K760 solar wireless keyboards for Macs and PCs, Its built-in
solar panels charge in low light and lamp light, indoors and out, and
you get a 6-month battery life on a full charge based on an average use
of two hours per day.
Instant On/Off automatically wakes your iPad when you open the cover
- and sends it to sleep when you close it.
The Folio holds your iPad in just the right position, no matter what
you're doing. Watch a movie in entertainment mode, and the media keys
let you play, pause and change volume instantly. When you want to type
an email, you'll enjoy the full keyboard.
The
external keyboard not only frees up screen space on your iPad, it also
allows you to work faster by using shortcuts for the commands you use
most often, such as copy, paste, undo and many more.
You can visit your local Apple store later this month to pick up
your very own Ultrathin Keyboard Cover and visit Logitech.com to
purchase the Solar Keyboard Folio. The products are covered by
Logitech's 2 year-Limited hardware warranty
Logitech will engrave your Ultrathin Keyboard Cover with your own
personal message for free on units ordered from their Website. Simply
add the case to your cart and enter your personal message at
checkout.
Link:
Solar Keyboard Folio (also
available at Amazon.com)
Link:
Ultrathin Keyboard Cover (also
available at Amazon.com)
Elegant Walnut and Carbon Fiber iPad Case
PR: Simple and elegant, the Element
Case "Wood Series" is a unique collection of ultrathin protective
covers for the iPhone and iPad by California-based
Industrial designer Jeff Sasaki, made from the naturally beautiful
and timeless material - wood.
Amazingly thin and
durable the iPad wood shell is constructed of warm natural wood veneer
permanently bonded to super-strong genuine Carbon Fiber, making this
thin and light composite case the perfect union of a high tech exotic
material with age-old natural wood. This beautifully crafted product is
made in the USA.
The case fits both iPad 2 and iPad 3.
Price: $89.99
Link: Wood iPad Case -
Walnut
Silverback Skin Back Cover for iPad and Logitech
Ultrathin Keyboard Cover
PR: Luvvitt has launched their Silverback
Protective Back Skin iPad covers made specifically for the iPad 2, iPad
3 and Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard for iPad. The protective back skin
features cutting edge pressure activation technology that allows the
cover to be easily set in place, removed and repositioned with no
adhesive or residues. The secret is in the micro-glass beads that fit
around the device like a real skin.
Eli Altaras, founder and CEO of Luvvitt says, "The Silverback
Protective Back Skin Collection combines next-generation technology
with modern design and functionality. The ultra-sleek iPad skin cover
is barely noticeable yet provides high-level protection against dirt,
dust and scratches. Were definitely excited about this new collection's
addition to out product lineup and know our customers will be too."
The Silverback Collection features three new products
including protective back skins for the iPad 2 and 3 as well as a
custom back skin for the widely popular Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard for
iPad. Altaras goes on to say, We value innovation, customer service and
a love of technology - The Silverback Protective Back Skin is the
fruition of those values seen tangibly through these great
products.
The multilayer skin features an ultra-low profile and an aluminum
color that perfectly matches the iPad. And unlike other so-called skin
cases, the Silverback has no bubbles or adhesive residue. The case can
quickly and easily be installed in seconds with one swipe of the
finger. It can be moved and repositioned time and time again without
losing performance.
Shipping is free for United States.
Link: Silverback
iPhone Accessories
Kensington Offers New and Compatible Accessories
for iPhone 5
PR: Kensington is greeting the iPhone 5 with 14 new
accessories that are ready for use with the new devices. These products
will be available soon for preorder online at Kensington.com and
Amazon.com.
A new line of colorful cases will keep the iPhone 5 protected
wherever you go. Kensington's line of car accessories also serves to
enhance your devices, whether you're commuting to work or on a road
trip.
Kensington Accessories for iPhone 5
Kensington Thin Grip Case
for iPhone 5 (Clear, K39657WW; $19.99, Smoke Black, K39658WW;
$19.99)
Protect your iPhone from bumps and scratches in this lightweight
case. The flexible Thin Grip case easily grips and protects your iPhone
on the move while still allowing easy access to all controls,
touchscreen and ports.
Kensington
Aluminum Finish Case for iPhone 5 (Black, K39680WW; $19.99, Grey
K39681WW; $19.99)
Protect your iPhone from bumps and scratches in this lightweight
aluminum finish case. The aluminum hard shell case is stylish and
protects your iPhone on the move while still allowing easy access to
all controls, touchscreen and ports.
Kensington Back
Case with SoftTouch for iPhone 5 (Light Pink, K39682WW; $19.99,
Black K39697WW; $19.99, Grey, K39698WW; $19.99)
Protect your iPhone from bumps and scratches in this lightweight
case. The Kensington Back Case has a sturdy shell that covers the back
of your phone to ensure complete protection from scratches on the move
while still allowing easy access to all controls, touchscreen and
ports.
Kensington Soft Case for
iPhone 5 (Black, K39659WW; $14.99, White K39660WW; $14.99)
Get a grip on your iPhone with the Kensington Soft Case for iPhone.
The Soft Case cushions your iPhone from bumps and bruises with a layer
of soft, shock-absorbing rubber. The Soft Case for iPhone preserves
access to all of the controls, touchscreen and ports.
Kensington
SoundWave Sound Amplifying Car Mount for iPhone 5 (K39255US;
$39.99):
Give your iPhone GPS, podcasts, and phone calls a sound boost. The
built-in amplification system in the SoundWave Sound Amplifying Car
Mount doubles the volume coming from your iPhone speaker, making it
easier to hear your turn-by-turn directions, calls and more. The cradle
mounts in seconds to the windshield or vent and holds your iPhone
securely-even when in a case-on the roughest terrain. iPhone 5
compatible.
Kensington
Windshield/Vent Car Mount for iPhone 5 (K39217US; $29.99):
Give your iPhone a secure place to ride-even when in a case. The
Kensington Windshield/Vent Car Mount for Smartphones installs in
seconds and keeps your smartphone within easy reach.
Kensington Quick
Release Car Mount for iPhone 5 (K39256US; $29.99):
Give your iPhone a secure place to ride even when in a case. The
Kensington Quick Release Car Mounts flexible arms provide a reliable
hold on your iPhone on even the roughest terrain. Includes both
windshield and vent mounts-use whichever works best for your vehicle.
iPhone and iPod touch compatible.
Kensington Noise-Reducing AUX Audio Cable (K39203US;
$19.99
The only humming inside your car will be yours thanks to the
Kensington Noise-Reducing AUX Audio Cable. The direct AUX (auxiliary)
connection and noise reducing technology combine to deliver clear,
clean sound through your cars stereo.
Kensington AUX Audio Cable (K39202US; $9.99):
A direct connection from your iPhone to your car stereo means
cleaner, clearer sound. The cable braided Kensington AUX Audio Cable
plugs into the standard 3.5mm AUX (auxiliary) port on your car stereo
and the headphone jack on your iPhone or iPod. Taking your tunes on the
road has never sounded better.
Link: Kensington
Accessories for iPhone 5 - available in the
Kensington Online Store
UNIEA Releases New Line of Cases for the New
iPhone
PR: Universal Electronic Accessories (http:/UNIEA)
has announced a complete line of cases for Apple's newly released
iPhone 5. Like the rest of the tech world, UNIEA designers have long
awaited the release of the iPhone 5, and are first to market with a
wide range of case styles that fit and protect the new iPhone while
offering new styles and graphics to match the unique personalities of
iPhone 5 users.
UNIEA's In-Mold Decoration (IMD) Cases
Extending UNIEA's IMD case designs that debuted in 2011, they will
be offering three series - Madly in Love, Heart, and Harmony for the
iPhone 5. The IMD series all feature a strong, hard, and durable
plastic construction shell, precision cutouts for all critical buttons,
ports, and switches, and a glossy, durable graphic, thanks to UNIEA's
UV-protected IMD printing process.
The Harmony series is inspired from of the mixture of Impressionism
and modern minimalism. Impressionist paintings contain very bright,
bold colors and tend to have very little details, featuring a less is
more approach. The Harmony series features a selection of monochromatic
color tones to create a modern motif that matches the iPhone 5s
cutting-edge technology.
The Hearts series evokes sentimental and pop art sensibilities, and
appeals to a fun, casual user who is looking for a case that really
complements their own personal style and fashion sense. By using high
contrast colors and a pop aesthetic, they become an important element
of ladies' prt - porter.
UNIEA's Madly In Love series of cases for the iPhone 5 is a perfect
complement to the Hearts series, and combines quality and protection in
a stylish line of case designs that expresses a love for life and maybe
that special someone as well. The three distinct designs in this series
feature endearing heart designs, while the wild, hand-drafted graphics
presents the natural feeling of being in love.
Rebelution: IMD Comes to TPU
UNIEA's Rebelution StreetArt stylings for the iPhone 5 blur the
lines between an IMD Case with the soft, supple texture of TPU plastic
molding. This is the first time that UNIEA has applied the IMD
technique onto TPU material, providing more protection and durability
than a standard plastic case. Because UNIEA's Rebelution graphics
project an edgy, tough aesthetic, the idea of bringing the provocative
IDM graphics process to a durable case is bound to be a popular pairing
that UNIEA will continue to explore down the line.
Colorama Flip Case
UNIEA's popular Colorama case for the New iPad is one of the
slimmest leather flip case on the market today. Now, UNIEA is bringing
this same design to the iPhone 5. The Colorama is constructed of hard
metal wrapped in colorful PU leather. The look and feel provides users
with stylish, young, comfortable design, with the added protection of
the metal back and flip cover. The back metal is just 1.3mm thick, and
the flip cover features a cushion-feel, offering increased protection
at still only 2mm thickness. The interior of the case is lined with a
soft microfiber that protects your iPhone 5 from scratches, while
cleaning the screen every time the folio cover is in use. The Colorama
line debuted with the New iPad, UNIEA believes that it will be a
successful design for the iPhone 5 as well.
U-Motion
The U-Motion is one of UNIEA's most enduring designs, and now were
bringing it to the iPhone 5! This case is the perfect way for users to
bring the mobile fun of the iPhone 5 along with them when running,
jogging, exercising, or doing anything where a pocket or purse isn't
handy. The U-Motion armband is constructed of incredibly lightweight
yet protective neoprene, which repels moisture and fastens to your
upper arm, for a snug, secure fit. A clear, protective plastic pocket
keeps the iPhone 5 secure, while a small fastener holds the earbuds
when not is use. The U-Motion is the perfect solution for the on-the-go
lifestyle.
Soft Suit Folio
Finally, the Soft Suit iPhone 5 "book style" flip case is a truly
unique design that combines the convenience of a sleeve with the
functionality and accessibility of a case. This deluxe Soft-Shell
Slip-On case in constructed of rich PU leather and features a metal
frame and thin metal backing, providing an amazing level of protection
for a case that feels soft and supple to the touch. And while the user
can simply slip the iPhone 5 in and out of the top of this case, it
also features cutouts like a shell case, allowing use to use their
device fully while it is still in the case. Adding to this is a wide
range of vibrant colors, which really complement the look of the new
iPhone well.
The entire line of iPhone 5 cases is set to debut and can be
purchased online at uniea.com.
Link: UNIEA iPhone
5 Cases
iPhone 5, Freshest Slice of Apple, Will Receive
OtterBox Protection
PR: Apple addicts received a healthy dose of excitement on
Wednesday when the California company revealed the next phase in iPhone
evolution during a special event in San Francisco. Speculation
predicting a launch of the iPhone 5 on Friday Sept. 21, 2012 proved to
be correct.
As the number-one selling smartphone case, OtterBox will provide
trusted protection for the iPhone 5. OtterBox.com is now open for
preorder and expected to begin shipping Defender Series and Commuter
Series on Friday Sept. 21, 2012.
Link: OtterBox
iPhone 5 Cases - available in the
OtterBox Online Store
