Gizmodo: holster

iPhone Shoulder Holster Is Chuck Norris' Favorite Fashion Accessory

Jesus Diaz — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:30:00 EST

Apparently created for police detectives, construction workers, or anyone with zero sense of fashion and/or shame, the e-Volve Gadget Shoulder Holster is just that: A shoulder holster which, according to the manufacturer, "is designed to evolve and adapt to the reality of constant state of change in personal electronics by enabling you to wear your present and future gadgets". Yes, it does all that. It has been engineered to "access your gadgets quickly," like if your iPhone was Chuck Norris' revolver. But make no fun of this, because this thing does it all:

The e-Volve Gadget Shoulder Holster is designed with a large quick-access pocket that securely fits most smartphone devices (such as a Apple iPhone, Blackberry, Palm Treo or other smartphone device), compact digital cameras (such as Canon Powershot, Panasonic Lumix, Sony Cybershot, Fuji Finepix, Olympus Stylus and others), larger digital music players (such as Apple iTouch or iPod Classic and Microsoft Zune 80 or Zune 120), Sony Playstation Portable, Nintendo DS portable, and most standard sized men's wallets.
The small quick-access pouch will fit most small cell phones, small digital music players (such as Apple iPod Nano, Microsoft Zune 4, Zune 8 & Zune 16), digital voice recorders and other small personal electronic gadgets.

On top of those unique pocketing features, you can also "control loose pocket items" thanks to a "unique zippered pouch to quickly store and control change, currency, memory cards, zip drives, sunglasses, reading glasses, and much more". And that's good, because you have to control those loose pocket items. Don't let them go wild. [eholster via Ubergizmo]

Crocs Make Shoe-Themed Cellphone Holsters, We Wonder Why

Kit Eaton — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:49:27 EST

Nurses and Doctors rejoice: you can now buy Crocs for your cellphone! Ok, so the Crocs "O-Dial" [sic] is actually a shoe-themed cellphone holster, but it is official. Why your phone would enjoy the lightness, comfiness... um, waterproofness and stain-proofness of those lovely rubbery, resinous shoes is another matter, though. Oh — its got raised inside surfaces to protect device screens, and an adapter so you can use it to store credit cards? Ah yes, we understand now. It's a marketing thing. And yet, cunning Giz reader, what better uses could you put your croc holsters to?

Available now in black, silver, red, grape, fuchsia, celery (celery? really?), cotton candy and turquoise for around $14. Please don't you go attaching any of those plug-in charm things will you? [Pocket lint]

Ghetto Japanese Cellphone Holster

Jason Chen — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:37:04 EDT

Did you think cellphone holsters were going out of style? Think again, my friend. The Japanese have taken everything that was old and made it new again, and this time their Dirty Harry-style metallic cellphone holder will keep your cellphone safe from train gropers of all ages. Best of all, it's only $25, so you're wasting enough cash to feed a whole village of starving children for a month.

Product Page [Rakuten via Plastic Bamboo]

Shoulder, Hip Gadget Holder: This Year's Fanny Pack

Travis Hudson — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:15:56 EDT

I kid, fanny packs are sweet, but these devices are actually something that could be really useful for my geeky self. The gadget shoulder holster goes around one shoulder and can hold your MP3 player, cellphone, keys, USB flash drive, or anything else. It is reported as being pretty comfortable by Thinkgeek's hired monkeys, also. The gadget hip holster is really the same thing but it goes around the hip.

I may have to weigh out some options: be uncomfortable with my pockets bulging with gadgets on a daily basis, or look like a complete and utter badass wearing a gadget holster. Yeah, I'll go with the holster. These two sell for $50 (shoulder) and $60 (hip), respectively. –Travis Hudson

Gadget Shoulder Holster [Thinkgeek]
Gadget Hip Holster [Thinkgeek]

Belkin's Zune Accessories Hands-On

Jason Chen — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 16:00:27 EST

The Eye of Sauron was directed elsewhere this weekend, namely the PS3 and Wii launches. Tough luck Mr. Frodo, because we're back with more Zune coverage. This time, it's Belkin's case accessories for the Zune.

We have the Acrylic Case, the Folio Kickstand Case, and the Holster Case. Our review results, in scrambled order, are so-so, great, and decent. Find out which goes to which after the jump.

First, the Acrylic Case. It's basically just a plastic outer shell for your Zune. Seeing as the Zune's already somewhat chunky, the the plastic case makes it even more unweidly. Not for those with tight pants. Seeing as the Zune is somewhat scratch-resistant, with its plastic rubberized finish, another plastic case seems unnecessary unless you're really intent on roughing up your player.

But if you do get this case, you'll notice that it's a bit of a tight squeeze to get your Zune in. In fact you'd be worried that just putting your Zune into the case may scratch up the finish. We wouldn't recommend the Acrylic case at $29.99, unless you really want some extra protection.

The second is the Holster case, which has a belt holster and a clear plastic screen. This one's pretty decent for nerds who commute to work via public transit. Although the case isn't soft like the Folio case, it is leather-ish and feels sturdy. We'd rate this one a decent buy at $29.99.

Lastly, there's the kickstand Folio case (shown above), which comes with microfibers on the inside and soft leather on the outside. This one is the largest of the three, but the most comfortable. It may be too large for your pocket—once again, if you're Barry Gibb—but it's not too bad. There's also a kickstand to open up so you can prop up your Zune for video watching on your desk.

The Zune slides in easily, and there's enough cushioning and padding to keep it safe from drops from the hip. And at $29.99, the same price as the others, this seems to be the best buy. – Jason Chen

Gallery [Gizmodo]

Holster Case Product Page [Belkin]

Kickstand Case Product Page [Belkin]

Acrylic Case Product Page [Belkin]

Beer Holster: So You Can Grab Stuff

Charlie White — Tue, 30 May 2006 13:22:52 EDT

You probably already know that we likes us some beers. But we don't want to go to the trouble of carrying those frosties around, warming them up and generally taking up one of our hands so we can't stuff our faces with grub at the same time.

You've been there: chicken leg on one hand, beer in the other, and then you want to grab your girlfriend. You're out of hands. Solve the problem with the beer holster. Works with a 12-ounce can or bottle and it's made out of rugged leather. It's $30. – Charlie White

Product page [Red Envelope, via über-review]