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Magnetic Wallee M mount lets you stick your smartphone anywhere you want

The makers of Wallee, the original iPhone and iPad wall mount, are out with another Kickstarter project that dramatically improves upon the first design. The Wallee M is a case that can attach to the included mounting disk effortlessly with its built-in magnets so you can mount your smartphone on virtually any surface. The video on Kickstarter shows a few examples of how it can be used such as on the wall next to your computer desk, on your car’s dashboard, or for a little entertainment in the bathroom, but Read more

Samsung Galaxy S3 Accessories now on pre-order in UK

As far as we know, Mobile Fun is the first UK phone retailer to list original (i.e. Genuine) accessories for the brand new Samsung Galaxy S III. The “original” part means all these are made by Samsung and I guess that’s what justifies the steep pricing. Anyway, here’s what they got: Genuine Samsung Galaxy S3 C-Pen – which will not only let you draw on that gorgeous big screen, but also reduce the amount of fingerprints. It’s available for 19.99 GBP, which is about $32. Samsung S3 Wi-Fi Display Hub Read more

Case-Mate unveils recyclable iPhone 4/4S cases

Eco-friendly iPhone users, this one’s for you. Case-Mate, the popular phone case maker, unveiled a new rPET (as in “recyclable PET”) collection of green iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S cases. Made out of 100% recycled post-consumer PET bottles, each case is made from one recycled water bottle. You can choose between few color options, including Lipstick Pink, Tangerine Tango, Lime, Turquoise, Black and White. The price you ask? It’s $30 per case. But that’s not all — to get some media love for its green collection, Case-Mate will showcase the Read more

Proporta unveils its Samsung Galaxy S3 cases

Among the first mobile accessory makers to unveil its offering for the brand new Samsung Galaxy S III is Proporta, which unveiled the following cases: Union Jack case – that apparently is in line with this year’s trends. Specs case – featuring a simple design and solid protection. Pencils case – artistic case that will “not let you down in its look or function.” Leather Case with Aluminum Lining – Proporta’s signature case is now available for the brand new Galaxy S3, boasting high quality leather as well as a Read more

Motorola’s MOTOACTV Watch gets a software update

Motorola released a pair of updates for its MOTOACTV Android-based sports watch. There are two different versions of the new software released, one for the golf-compatible MOTOACTV and the other one for the “regular” MOTOACTV. However, both devices got the following enhancements and bug fixes: Improved calorie burn algorithm during cycling workout with heart rate monitor Added Primary Activity selection during setup so your MOTOACTV is tailored to your primary sport Improved watch performance after display wake up Enhanced the way Album Lists are displayed Improved connectivity with Wahoo BLE Read more

Gross phone? This case doubles as a sanitizer

Are you tired of your smartphone accumulating that dirty and greasy feel from time-to-time? Well, it turns out that a creative company has come up with an idea that will allow phone owners to rid themselves of disgusting grime on their handsets. The PhoneSoap charger case makes a customers’ phone safe to handle, by killing 99.9 percent of the bacteria and viruses that develop on phone screens. PhoneSoap is an aluminum case that bathes your cellphone in germ killing UV-C light as it charges. This is convenient when you either Read more

Official HTC One X case is as sexy as its shell [UPDATED with new design]

HTC recently showcased an upcoming official case for its One X device  here at Frequencies in Seattle, which looks like a pretty sexy accessory that doesn’t hold back on the handset’s design. These interesting cases feature a nice mesh look and feel, that allow the color of the One X to show through the back. The result is just as good-looking as the One X itself, and adds a nice contrasting accent. Only one of the cases were in sight here at  Frequencies, but a slide was shown off that Read more

Hot Deal: Amazon offers SanDisk Class 4 microSD cards with some serious discounts

So you want more memory for your smartphone or tablet? Yep, you’ll need a new and/or bigger microSD card, and now you know where to buy it from. The good ol’ Amazon (actually reseller named McTechy) is offering microSD cards with steep, steep discounts. Here’s how it all comes together: SanDisk microSD card 4GB – $4.50 – You Save: $8.49 (65%) SanDisk microSD card 8GB – $4.86 – You Save: $14.13 (74%) SanDisk microSD card 16GB – $10.48 – You Save: $25.51 (71%) SanDisk microSD card 32GB – $22.34 – Read more

Ugly iPhone case protects your phone from 50-caliber ammunition

Hey guys and gals! Have you ever wanted to shoot your beloved iPhone for no reason whatsoever, but deemed it impossible to find a case that could withstand a bullet? I’m sure we’ve all been in this situation, so look no further. Meet Marudai’s armored case for iPhone 4 and 4S. The Japanese case maker has put together what is quite possibly the ugliest and bulkiest iPhone case known to man and I suspect it will hold that title for years to come. It’s entirely made of steel and features Read more

New Braven Bluetooth speakers look great, allow for chaining of multiple units

BRAVEN, the company that used to call itself SPAR, launched what it says are “world’s first multi-tasking high-definition Bluetooth speakers with integrated smartphone charger and speakerphone.” There are three speakers in the series, all providing room-filling high-fidelity audio in a sleek design that delivers “unprecedented battery life.” Moreover, each allows users to charge USB devices and daisy chain multiple speakers together. BRAVEN 600 is made from aircraft-grade aluminum and is touted as an ideal choice for ultra portable audio solution. This sleek speaker is available in Ash Grey and Moab Read more

SlingShot is a low-cost camera stabilizer accessory that also doubles as a smartphone stand

SlingShot is one of those smartphone accessories asking for backers at Kickstarter.com. It’s an interesting and pretty affordable (costs less than $20) camera stabilizer accessory that’s primarily made for the Apple iPhone but can also work with pretty much any other smartphone, including the super big Samsung Galaxy Note. The device promises to “transform the way smartphones are used for capturing video” by helping to make the camera movement “as high quality as the image itself.” Moreover, you can use it to mount any smartphone on a standard tripod (even Read more