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netbooks
Netbook Cover Fashions Itself in the Likeness of an NES Controller
Handcrafts made to look like old pieces of Nintendo hardware are great. Which is why this Netbook cover, received as a gift by Flickr user Mendicon, speaks for itself. But I think this could be even better. More »
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Comment by FutureBear: coolest part about this story: The Darth Vader sticker on the Acer 4 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
White iPhone Discoloration Actually Caused by Crappy Cases, Maybe
Maybe white iPhones blemished by funky discoloration aren't overheating—your crappy iPhone case might be rubbing off on it. If so, rubbing alcohol should brighten it up. If true, another plus for going nude. [frenchiPhone via hardmac via Macrumors] -
iphone
Domo iPhone Case Has Charm to Spare
The Domo meme has long since hit the internet in full force, but your baby boomer coworkers will hold your $23 Domo iPhone case in the highest regard. Just one minor geek nitpick: Domo supposedly hates apples. [Etsy via LeJournalDuGeek]
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By Mark WilsonComment by OMG! Ponies!: Cute. But I'd rather just beat up a kid at summer camp after Arts & Crafts and take it... 7 Responses | Other threads
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accessories
Scosche TapStick Makes iPod Shuffle 3G Significantly Less Annoying, More Usable
Some think the button-less iPod shuffle is just okay, and others see it as near-unusable, impractical and irritating. The Scosche TapStick adds buttons and supports normal headphones, in case you hated the shuffle but for some reason bought it anyway. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by The Amazing Ant: a player with no screen, incredibly basic controls It does just about everything the iPod app on my iPhone does. Next... 2 Responses | Other threads
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bacon
iPod Shuffle Scrumptified Through Bacon Bit Case
The Bacon iPhone Case was a feat of engineering, for sure. But what about those times that you don't want to carry around 16GB of bacon in your pocket? More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by OMG! Ponies!: If I am going to bacon up my iPod, I will use real actual-factual bacon. Bacon Bits are NOT... 8 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
iCooly Clip Case / Stand For the iPhone 3G
If you are looking for an iPhone stand that is a little more sophisticated than a couple of paperclips, you might be interested in the iCooly clip stand. More » -
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The Zebrawood Case Adds (Classy) Stripes to the iPhone
This one-of-a-kind zebrawood iPhone case won't protect your iPhone from shocks or drops, but it will fit your iPhone like a glove...that's made of wood...and looks sorta like a zebra...also made of wood... More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by YankBoffin: Isn't zebrawood fairly endangered and often illegally harvested? idiots. 4 Responses | Other threads
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accessories
A Gorgeous Vaio P Case From Vaja
The Sony Vaio P is a great-looking piece of kit, but it runs a bit pricey for a netbook. These Vaja cases let you protect the gadget while still showing it off. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by OoBaSNoRk: Looks terrible for heat issues. I have an HP 1035NR netbook and it can get a bit warm like any other... 3 Responses | Other threads
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ipod
ChocoShuffle Case Turns iPod Into Something No More Edible
The $8.99 ChocoShuffle looks delicious, turning your new iPod shuffle into milk chocolate, white chocolate or...some sort of strawberry chocolate. But buyer beware. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Monty: Shuffles are like a box of chocolates, since you never know what song you are going to get. 2 Responses | Other threads
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cases
Acrylic Cowboy Revolutionizes the PC Case by Eliminating the PC Case
This is as barebones as PC cases get: A small piece of plastic with just enough room for the essential PC guts. Observant types will notice that sides and a top are not included. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by tidybowl: so does this thing need a fan? 12 Responses | Other threads
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fashion
An iPhone to Match Your Kicks
Would you buy an iPhone case to match your shoes? I wouldn't, but I'd certainly buy shoes to match my iPhone. This $35 copper/green number from Incase will be available "soon." [Incase via iPhone Savior] -
unboxing
How Do You Feel About Unboxings?
We've stayed away from unboxings lately—in the last year or two—but we wanted to get your take on them. How do you feel, as a reader, about our unboxings? More »
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By Jason ChenComment by OMG! Ponies!: They are the most obnoxious thing ever uploaded to the internet. Worse than Tubgirl. Worse than LOLcats. Worse than... 26 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
Mophie Juicepack Air Is Thinnest iPhone Battery Extender Yet
We've seen several iPhone battery cases/extenders—and we've liked what we've seen. But offerings like the Fastmac iV have been a bit on the pudgy side. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Thats Dr Bear to You: Damn I haven't had a Capri Sun since elementary school, they always annoyed me through because the straw tip wouldn't... 10 Responses | Other threads
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pcs
Lian-Li PC-888: The New Big Blue
The Lian-Li PC-888 is a gargantuan PC case. Gargantuan, I say! More » -
netbooks
$830 Goyard Netbook Sleeves Despise Humanity
I'm glad that in spite of the economic apocalypse, famed French luggage maker Goyard can offer us netbook bags for only $830 (as seen in Vogue magazine.) -
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iPhone Nano Case Rumor Again
There are rumors that keep coming back, like the iPhone nano. Eventually they may become reality, but seriously, is this product information form the real thing or a way to get a mailing list?
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By Jesus DiazComment by Framewerk: Is there a way for me to view Giz without ANY mention of Apple? I hate reading about Apple and... 20 Responses | Other threads
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gamepad
iControlPad iPhone Gamepad Case Is Actually Coming
Zodttd says iControlPad, one of the iPhone gamepad cases that we saw a few months ago, is actually heading to production. YES! Proper controls for iPhone games! More »
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By Jason ChenComment by 1 DVS BSTD-Its off the Hizzle fo $hizzle My Dizzle: Hmmm , I don`t know but I still use my phone as a phone.If I wanna play some games I... 4 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Did XSKN Leak the New iPhone, Again? (We Doubt It)
Before the iPhone 3G was released, a Chinese case manufacturer named XSKN showed a case with a curved back that ended up resembling the iPhone 3G. Now, XSKN has leaked their iPhone nano case. Real?
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By Mark WilsonComment by snitch29: I don't want a iPhone Nano i also don't want a cheaper iPhone, i think the price is great, ... 8 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
More Noel Cases Make Your iPhone a Kitschy Holiday Bauble
If you love your iPhone so much you think it would look great hanging on the Christmas tree, you probably already have these $30 bauble-like cases from More. And while these cases will make your phone as slippery as a bar of soap in the shower, the mirrored screen protector and form-fitting plastic casing do serve a function, and will more than likely protect it when disaster strikes on an icy sidewalk. More » -
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Asus Vento PC Cases Stack Thin and Fold Out
Asus has a pretty good idea with their new Vento line of PC cases. The F11 (black) and F12 (silver) simply fold out for assembly without any tools. While some may say that a preassembled chassis is still more convenient, the Vento design cuts down on shipping costs by 30%. That's great for the environment, but it's even better for squeezing boxed PC components into your backseat. Plus, we love the insta-PC aspect of design, even if it's hollow when assembled. Read on for bay specs. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by The_Gas_Man: This is slightly off topic, but I feel that someone ought to say it: "...the Vento design cuts down on shipping... 3 Responses | Other threads
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heatsinks
Thermaltake's Xpressar PC Case Uses Actual Fridge Compressor For Cooling
Onwards and upwards in the overclockers' heatsink game: The crazed coolant doctors at Thermaltake are now shipping what they're claiming is the first case to feature a DC-inverter micro refrigeration system onboard, which goes beyond conventional liquid-cooled setups by using the same type of compressor/condenser/coolant system found in a refrigerator or air conditioner into your PC case. UPDATE: It is not the first, as Asetek had done this ages ago. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by BloggyMcBlogBlog: Somebody wake me up when they make liquid helium coolers for cooling your processor. 2 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Fake-Looking Mystery iPod Nano Cases Appear for Fake-Looking Mystery iPod Nano
Either this is proof that contract manufacturing is a lightning-fast miracle of modernity, or that the bloggyverse is a noisy-as-hell echo chamber: No sooner does Kevin Rose prophesy that the next-gen iPod nano will be tall and skinny and rounded, but Chinese makers report case orders that meet their specs. More » -
diy
Build Your Own Waterproof iPod Video Boombox
Popular Mechanics has a great DIY feature, showing you how to build a waterproof video boombox for your iPod. Making use of an iPod touch, some old speakers, an 8" personal video player screen, video cables, gorilla tape and a hard camera case, Anthony Verducci has created a waterproof video case for the iPod that he believes is the first to float. More »
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Comment by cmantito: @ryanobo66: I've used this concept myself a few times -- I dock my iPod in some speakers in the bathroom... more » | Other threads
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cases
Speck SeeThru iPhone 3G Hard Case is its Own Movie-Viewing Stand
Speck's See Thru Hard Shell case for the iPhone 3G is one of the few cases I've seen that makes me go "Oh, interesting" instead of "bah, nonsense." Firstly because it's simple, just snapping in two polycarbonate parts around the sides and rear of the phone, with rubberized grips so it doesn't slip out of your mitts. Secondly, when you've snapped it in two, one half remains snugly on the phone while the other half acts as a stand, perfect for impromptu movie viewing. And that's just neat. It's in a variety of colors for $30. [Product page via Slipperybrick] -
laptops
Solo CheckFast Laptop Cases and Sleeves Help Travelers Fly Through Security
Bags deemed "checkpoint friendly" by the TSA are starting to roll out fast and furious now—bags with "creative" names like "ScanFast" and the newly announced "CheckFast" from Solo (I'm still waiting for the "CavitySearchFree"). The CheckFast claims to be "the first laptop case company to have fulfilled the design and testing requirements to be Travel Sentry approved," but when it really comes down to it, all of the bags basically have a cut-out area that makes it easy for security to view its contents. After that, its pretty much about what kind of style you prefer. More » -
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1500mAh Solar Powered Charging Case For the iPhone 3G
Yes, yes...we have heard plenty of complaints about iPhone 3G battery life, and there are already several solutions like battery packs and rechargeable hip holsters hitting the market. However, the new case from Mobile Fun has one advantage over all of these other devices—it can be charged by the sun. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by AriellaHelle: I got one of those from Solar Arcadia and is totally dead after the first charge. Try to contact them... more » | Other threads
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macbook air
Lightning Review: Timbuk2 MacBook Air 'Steve Sleeve'
The Gadget: It may be seven months late to the party, but Timbuk2's Steve Sleeve is the latest MacBook Air sleeve to fashion itself in the likeness of a manila folder. More » -
Technological Trickery
Waterproof Gadget Coating is Invisible, Mystifying, Mind Boggling Witchcraft
Golden Shellback is a coating that lets you spill, pour, or submerge your gadget in a liquid and have it survive. Golden Shellback says it will protect against oils, water-based liquids, synthetic fluids, dust and dirt. Tekzilla's Patrick Norton shot a segment on Golden Shellback and has footage of cellphones and CB radios functioning normally under a foot of water (Golden Shellback claimed the CB sat underwater for 455 consecutive hours). More »
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Comment by banmojo: @TechatNMI: when can I get this done to my new iPhone????? more » | Other threads
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news
TSA Says X-Rayable Laptop Bags are Go
The director of the TSA, Kip Hawley, has spoken to the New York Times and confirmed that X-ray-friendly laptop cases will be accepted by the agency as soon as they hit the shelves, potentially bringing an end to the panic that your laptop will go astray in all the fuss at airport checkpoints. We brought you first hints of this back in May, but it looks like the process of getting the bags approved is well underway. And both Targus and Pathfinder Luggage are hoping to have products on sale as soon as September or October. More » -
cases
Orbino Aria MackBook Air Case: Was Rumorware, Now Real, Luxurious
Remember the MacBook Air case that was announced even before we knew for sure that the Air was real? Well, the Aria from Orbino is now a real product (meaning the 50% of you who voted it to be rumorware were wrong!) and it's pretty darn luxurious. Aircraft-grade aluminum, hand-folded calfskin leather... and that's just the start. -
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Furryrobo: Sleeping Bags For the Macbook Air and Eee PC
If you thought the AirMail case was a little on the bizarre side, get a load of these sleeping bags designed to custom fit your Macbook Air or any 7" UMPC (Eee PC included). Each bag features a waterproof nylon surface combined with shock-absorbent quilted 5mm PE foam and leather trim. It's the perfect way to keep your scrawny Macbook Air warm on those cold nights in the wild. Available in white and black versions—$49 Singapore dollars ($35 US). UMPC version is around $20 US. More » -
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Vaja Ivolution is Leather Protection, Not Gimp Suit for MacBook Air
A close-fitting leather suit, complete with cutouts for your precious Air... that's roughly what the Vaja Ivolution Leather Suit case is. Sure it adds to the bulk of the skinny Air, but it snuggles it in protective leather when open or closed and gives you access to power socket and connector drawer. I vaguely worry about air circulation inside it, since even sitting naked on the table my Air is cranking out a blaze of heat... but I guess that's why there's that mesh fabric segment where the vents are. It's a hand-crafted affair so there's over 1,000 color combos to choose, and that means the price starts at $280. [Vaja via LikeCool] -
mods
Black Box Case Mod Scoffs at Server Crashes
While most of us wonder why planes aren't built of the crash-proof "black box" flight recorder material, one modder has requisitioned a black box of his own to use as a PC case. While the package itself is quite large (and disappointingly red), the interior is so cramped that only a Mini-ITX motherboard could fit inside, running Slackware Linux on a 800MHz Via C3. But have you ever seen the inside of a black box before? More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Toshie: @DisposableInterloper: I really wasn't trying to be sarcastic, just funny. Obviously that worked out really great. (see, that last... more » | Other threads
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pc cases
NZXT's Aluminum Khaos Case Is Curved Like Battlestar's Number Six
NZXT's been making slightly expensive gaming cases for a while, but their latest full tower Khaos case looks very nice. It's got dual power supply support, 2-3mm aluminum build, a total of 7 fan slots and a price of $399. Did we mention that it looks nice? This case alone costs more than some fully-built computers, but if you're the type of gamer that likes to haul your rig to LAN parties in order to compare your aluminum wang to your buddies', you could do a lot worse. [NZXT]
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By Jason ChenComment by Dapole: but can it cut a birthday cake? too soon? more » | Other threads
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pcs
Thermalright HSC-101 PC Case: One Giant Radiator
That's a photo of one side of Thermalright's prototype HSC-101 case, with a heatblock for the CPU. The other side looks identical, but it's for the GPU, and both sides can dissipate "150 Watts of heat". [TG Daily] -
accessories
Agent 18 MacBook Air Shield Protects Your Darling
While stuffing the svelte MacBook Air into a case may seem to defeat the point of buying an Air in the first place, some of you will do it anyway. And this Agent 18 MacBook Air Shield looks like a decent compromise. Constructed of durable, lightweight polycarbonate, the Shield leaves your USB port and ventilation unobstructed for happy computing while reinforcing the edges and bottom for the occasional latte collision. $50 and available now. Here are some more pics: More » -
accessories
Pitfall Bag Celebrates Man's Two Passions: Adventure and Needlepoint
Pitfall fans with 13-inch laptops, this is your day! Over at Etsy, one artist is selling handmade needlepoint Pitfall laptop cases. Diehard Apple fanboys will notice that the featured Pitfall screen is actually from the Apple IIC version of the game. But don't worry PC-users, anyone who noticed that piece of trivia would be a fairly intolerable companion anyway. At $150 it's a doable purchase, but we're not so sure about that choice of lining. [Etsy via technabob] -
battlemodo
iPhone Cases Go Head to Head in Battlemodo Arena
Personally, I have never been big into phone cases. They can be bulky, flimsy, and having one clipped to your belt makes most people look like a tool. I prefer to let them hang out naked and free—as nature intended. Still, iPhones don't come cheap, and if you dropped all that cash on one you are certainly justified in wanting to protect it from the elements. That is why I have put four major iPhone cases (the Case-mate leather collection, the Otterbox Defender Series, the Ivyskin Xylo T2 Touch-Thru Case and the iShield Mirror) to the test in an effort to determine whether or not they will truly fit your needs.
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mods
Asus Eee Crystal Case Actually Made of Plastic (But Still Good)
Asus Eee fandom has no bounds, and while replacing the case on most laptops seems preposterous, for the Eee it's just another day of tiny typing and eye strain at the office. This Crystal Case by Proporta is constructed of scratch/shock resistant polycarbonate, but maybe more impressively, features a double hinge that adds 360 degrees of screen rotation to the Eee (perfect for the touchscreen-modded system). Personally, I could use about another 15 degrees of tilt on my Macbook Pro—not for my own use, but for every time a friend checks their email and attempts to push the screen beyond its natural bounds. Ooh, I get shivers just thinking about it. [Product via BBGadgets] More » -
cases
BUILT Laptop Bag: Water-Resistant, But Not Bulletproof
When it comes to laptop bags and cases, there are traditional-style ones, modern ones and downright unusual ones... we can't decide which to put the new BUILT Laptop Backpack into. It's almost a traditional rucksack, made out of fancy water- and stain-resistant neoprene, but it's shaped to hug your back like a half a bulletproof vest. An image helped by the fact that it's available in Police black or Army green. It does look kinda comfy, and it's got three pockets: for 12-inch to 17-inch laptops, accessories, and whatever fits in the shoulder one. Available now, in two sizes, for $80. [BUILT via Be Sportier]
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