iBUYPOWER Thermaltake System Features Intel Core i7 920 Processor, 6 GB
DDR3 Memory and 128GB SSD

El Monte, CA – December 08 2009 – iBUYPOWER, a leading innovator in gaming PCs, is excited to
announce it is the only systems integrator to offer the new Thermaltake Level 10 enclosure. The
unique case was designed in partnership with the BMWGroup Designworks USA., and provides
gamers with to increased configurability, unmatched aerodynamics, and a revolutionary case design
sure to turn heads.

"We are constantly searching for the best components, cases and peripherals to use in our systems,"
said Darren Su, Vice President of iBUYPOWER. "The Level 10 system is just another example of our
drive to offer gaming rigs that can deliver the performance and aesthetics our customers demand. "

iBUYPOWER outfitted the breathtaking Level 10 with cutting-edge technology to match its stunning
exterior. The new system will feature the Intel Core i7 920 Processor, 6GB of DDR3-122 Memory,
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 – 2GB, 1 TB of storage space and a 128 GB SSD for speedy boot times.
iBUYPOWER customers can also upgrade their new Level 10 system with a Killer Xeno Gaming
Network Card, NZXT Sentry LCD Control Panel or a LG Blu-ray drive.

Like with all iBUYPOWER systems, customers have the option to add any of the iBUYPOWER Labs
services. These include iBUYPOWER's Power Drive Overclocking Service, Harmony Sound Reduction
System, the Internal USB Expansion System (improves front panel and internal USB connectivity), and
the Specialized Advanced Packaging System (expanding foam packaging to prevent damage from
shipping).

The iBUYPOWER Level 10 is available now exclusively at www.iBUYPOWER.com , starting at $2,499.

FULL SPECS BELOW

Customers with more specific gaming needs can configure a fully customizable gaming PC at
www.iBUYPOWER.com. All iBUYPOWER systems come standard with 1 year limited warranty and
lifetime technical support.

[iBUYPOWER]

Here's a brief history of cellphone cases. In the mid '90s, cases were bringing in a 45% profit margin for manufacturers, and were made of leather and worn either on a belt or hanging from a purse or wrist.

When clamshells became popular in the early to mid 2000s, cases became more-or-less obsolete, as the keys and screen were on the inside of the phone instead of the concrete-shock-absorbing outside. But iPhones and other touchscreen phones make the need for a case more relevant for people who tend to drop their phones.

I'm of two opinions on this. The first is that I have never dropped my phone, or dropped it so badly that it actually broke. But I do know a lot of people who do, so it's hard for me to say that cases aren't necessary for them. So while I may hate cases and think they cover up the nice industrial design of whatever your phone is with an ugly, rubberized finish, it's necessary for people who smear their hands in butter before they take a call. [Slate]

The previous design was a lot sleeker, and placed the controls on the side. But it didn't have those awesome nubs. A test run of those units were shipped to selected people in February, and early feedback, plus a "sleepless night", lead to the updated, bigger look.

You'll need to Jailbreak your iPhone, but the iControlPad is supported by some of the biggest iPhone devs (including ZodTTD's PSX and GBA emulators). If you're interested in placing a pre-order, sign up for the newsletter over at: [iControlPad]

If I'm going to be honest, I kind of expected more from this contest: There aren't many truly impressive drawings submitted as of now, and the current leader in votes is a virulent anti-Obama nutball creation that looks more like the bumper of an Alabama pick-up truck than an iPhone case. A drawing of Obama as Heath Ledger's Joker? What does that even mean? You can't be an anarchist and a socialist at the same time, they're completely conflicting ideologies. Take a political theory class, Cardboard iPhone Case Drawing Man!

Anyway, I think there are enough badass illustrators among the Giz readership that we could really bust out some impressive entries. I'd love to see what you guys can do—this contest is ripe for a Giz onslaught. Go forth, readers! [Case-Mate via CNET]

As you might suspect, the case is watertight, dust-proof and impact resistant. Plus, the foam interior can be shaped to snugly fit whatever gadget you are trying to protect. Also features a carrying handle, pressure release valve and padlock loops. HW models take the overkill one step further with a pull out handle and wheels. [Odyssey via Core77]

Hellboy, Buffy and a bunch of other Dark Horse IPs are now available in GelaSkin form (heck, there's even some Bettie Page thrown in there for good measure). iPhone skins go for $15 while 13 and 15-inch Macbook/general laptop skins cost $30.

You've likely seen the iconic art before, but that's alright. I could stare at Sarah Michelle Gellar's estranged cousin for days.
[Dark Horse via Lost at E Minor]

Made of grey wool, dark leather and herringbone-patterned elastic, it's the first sleeve I've seen that matches both my shoes and my belt, which obviously is my most important criterion for gadget accessories. Unfortunately it has the pricetag to match, coming in at 79 euros (about $116USD). Guess I'll have to stick with the neoprene. [Hard Graft]

There's a painstaking amount of detail inside the scene, including intricate housewares such as a vase, flowers, the newspaper, and a gumball machine (?!). Anyone with this much time on their hands must also spend hours thinking of the perfect way to get away with murder.

But I do love how the circuit board nearly blends in as wallpaper if you don't pay close attention. I'd like to see this turn into a trend...I think. [Modding.ru via Technabob]

Maximum PC's hands on of the case shows that Thermaltake either swapped out the glossy surface in the prototype for a matted one in the finished version, or discovered that photoshopping a glossy surface onto something before you actually build one is a bad idea.

But, the basic gist is the same, and it's one of the first unique chassis we've seen come along in quite some time. [Maximum PC]

The Price: $30

The Verdict: It does what it claims, which is hold two of your credit cards/ID cards simultaneously, but it's a pretty snug fit. The slight bending or bowing that your cards go through to fit into the slot shouldn't be enough to break it, but the two will scrape against each other because the space is so small. Which is good and bad.

On the one hand it's good, since it means your cards won't fly out of the slot when you're whipping out your phone. But it's also bad, since you'll have some slight difficulty in pushing out your cards. But it's not unusable, and it's not anything you can't overlook if your whole reason for getting this is that you don't want to carry a wallet on you.

Our only complaint would be that there's only room for two cards, and very little room for cash. Technically you're not supposed to even put cash into the slot, but if you fold up a couple bills, it'll still squeeze into the limited amount of space given.

Those of you who carry money clips will be familiar with only having your ID, one or two credit cards and some cash in your pocket. With this, you'll cut down the need to even have a money clip in addition to your phone, the convenience of which is probably worth $30 to you.

It does what it claims and holds two cards snugly

Slightly hard to remove the cards once they're inside

Not a lot of room for cash

The Crave is only available in navy blue, however besides the 16-inch backpack form you can get it in a 15.6-inch slipcase and a smaller netbook size. The backpack is $50 which isn't so bad considering it could double as a travel pillow.

The other two lines of notebook cases seem pretty standard and by standard I mean boring. There is a typical mix of leather and canvas business looking bags. However, the Phobos netbook case which apparently is a "throw back to acid-washed jeans" seems interesting though I haven't seen a picture.

Those two are probably the most interesting since the rest are all business all the time. Those interested can hit the link for the full release. In the meantime, I'll be remembering how good those college class naps were. [Targus]

Priced at $27 and available now, we know you've seen Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa a million times by now. But this time it's different. It's on your DSi (or DS, or PSP). And no one else with a print or reinterpretation of Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa can take that away from you. Unless they steal your DSi (or DS, or PSP). Then they'll have a piece of your art collection and your portable console. And there's no coming back from that. [WaSaBi via TinyCartridge via GoNintendo]

According to the product page, d30 cases can offer up to "150% more protection than other cases." Of course, that protection doesn't extend to the screen, which is probably your number one concern. [Tech 21 and Recombu via CrunchGear]

The guys over at Instructables.com provide step-by-step instructions on how to make an iPhone or gadget case out of your old pair of Levi's or Wranglers (the ladies out there may even want to recycle an dated designer pair). The ten step process seems simple enough—get a pair of jeans, cut the fabric, find a sewing machine (or someone who knows how to sew), and sew away.

You can even add buttons to keep your enclosed gadget more secure. The best parts of the how-to: the suggestion to get a thimble ("its like a little metal thing you put on your finger") and step 8 which requires you model the case. [Instructables]

"Love your Kindle but miss the feel of holding a real book?" asks Busted Typewriter, the manufacturer behind this rather obvious Kindle holder (which itself is a copy of "Buying In:The Secret Dialogue Between What We Buy and Who We Are" by author Rob Walker).

The company also sells iPhone and calculator holders (yes, also hollowed out books), which had me wondering whether gadget shame was what was really at work here, or that Busted Typewriter simply hates books.

Either way, these holders will protect your gear with the spilt blood ink of literary works like "Spa Food" for about $25. [Product Page via Book Patrol via BBG]

The Japan Texture line of cases are all handcrafted and have referential nods to significant moments and concepts in Japanese history and culture. That's wonderful. But no moment in any nation's history on an iPhone case is worth a $1000 friggin' dollars. Except maybe when James Brown sung Living in Rocky. [Softbank via Crunchgear]

In one of the more interesting pull down notices we've seen in a while, the Portuguese retailer said:

Yesterday a new set of products for iPod in our catalog, we have been asked to remove them. It was then clarified that we were not allowed to publish it. We have immediately accepted to remove that information, and would like to express our sincere apologies to our costumers. We are expecting to make those products available in September.

September eh?

A rumored September keynote (when iPods tend to be announced), apparent iTunes 9 details emerging, mounting case leaks? New iPods are a comin', and it's looking more and more like they'll have cameras. And the tablet? Not until 2010 apparently. Probability Thing-o-Meter back to 70 percent!

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One of more than a dozen case shots that Cult of Mac obtained:

[Obrigado fanático das maçãs for the store tip!]

The focus here seems to be on airflow, with support for up to six 120mm fans and one optional 140mm fan up top, plus a meshed front panel so air doesn't get all stagnant and hot inside the case. It'll fit giant video cards and allows for a 180-degree turned HDD for easier wire management. If you're a gamer building a rig on the cheap, it's worth a look for sure. More features below. [NZXT]

* Fits ATX Standard Motherboards and Power Supplies
* Fits large 10.5" performance graphic cards
* Expanded cooling directly cools video cards and CPU
* Support for up to 6 120mm fans with the option of dual 140mm at the top
* Screwless installation for hard drives and external 5.25" drives
* Black Internal finish for sleek look
* Meshed front panel allows for better airflow than traditional cases
* Superior wire management with bottom mounted :: PSU and CPU punchout for heatsink removable
* Removable PSU filter
* 180 degree Turned HDD for a cleaner internal finish and better wire management
* External Dual radiator support
* Top mounted USB/Audio for convenient usage