Accessories

This 3-in-1 lens kit for iPhone 6 is a low-cost beginner’s kit for iPhone photographers

Lory Gil ∙ September 12, 2015

You've probably contemplated getting a special wide-angle, fisheye, or macro lens for your iPhone 6, but don't want to spend a bunch of money, only to be disappointed with the results. What if you could invest in a lens kit for the same price as a fast food lunch?

The VicTsing 3-in-1 lens kit comes with a 180 degree fisheye lens, a 0.65x wide-angle lens, and a macro lens so you can experiment with your iPhone photography hobby. The price is so low that you can invest in something new without breaking the bank.

Secure your iPad Air 2 with the Urban Armor Gear folio case

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

How many times have you dropped your iPad in its lifetime? How many times have you breathed a sigh of relief when you realized that no serious damage was done, only to be slightly disappointed to see that small dent in the corner?

If you are looking for some serious protection for your iPad Air 2, but don't want the massive bulk of some rugged cases, check out the sturdy, but lightweight Urban Armor Gear folio case.

Snugg iPad Air 2 smart folio is a businessman’s case

Lory Gil ∙ September 9, 2015

The iPad Air 2 is about the size of a pad of lined paper, so it is no wonder that a folio case looks so good on it. If you are looking for more than just a cover with a stand, Snugg makes an executive smart folio that has all of the bells and whistles you'd want in your case. Plus, with the leather exterior, you'll look like a boss at all of your business meetings.

Sonos 5.1 Home Theater System brings true surround sound to your living room

Lory Gil ∙ September 7, 2015

Have you noticed that most television sets these days have terrible audio? Most of the time, you have to take into consideration a new speaker system when buying a new TV. The Sonos 5.1 Home Theater System is a surround sound kit that will turn your music listening experience into a fully immersive one, even if you are playing it through your iPhone 6.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III brings the party to your people

Lory Gil ∙ September 3, 2015

Now that we have so many choices for our music streaming options, we have to figure out how we are going to transmit those audio waves to our ears. You may want to keep your music private by using headphones, or share your sound with others via a nice quality speaker.

If your speaker needs go beyond you and your close friends, it may be time to invest in a mid-range speaker that will provide enough sound to keep the party going, while still being portable enough to take with you to the next party of the night.

Bose's SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III is a perfect mix of high-quality, loud audio output and small sized portability.

Alpatronix AX400 is a tiny speaker with a big sound

Lory Gil ∙ September 2, 2015

When you are hanging out with friend, whether it is a backyard barbeque or a picnic in the park, music always makes the festivities a little more enjoyable. However, packing a heavy, large speaker into your picnic basket isn't exactly convenient.

Alpatronix AX400 Bluetooth speaker is less than five inches long and just over two inches tall. So, you can toss it in with all of your other outdoor gear and barely even notice its existence until you are ready to rock the tunes.

Brookstone’s 100-lumen pocket projector is about the size of Apple TV

Lory Gil ∙ September 1, 2015

One of my favorite summer activities involves watching movies in the backyard on a projector with a group of friends. Sometimes, however, you need a projector that super portable and doesn't need to be plugged into a power source to work.

Brookstone makes a 100-lumen pocket projector that is smaller than the average external hard drive and runs for two hours on a rechargeable battery. So, you can throw it into your backpack and take it with you on your next road trip.

The best ultrathin cases for iPhone 6

Lory Gil ∙ August 30, 2015

We've been telling you about a variety of accessories for the iPhone 6 throughout the year. Our goal is to let you know the different options available so you can make a well-informed decision when choosing what to buy.

Below is an accessory round up for what we believe are some of the best ultrathin cases for the iPhone 6. You may recall our previous minimalist case list and wonder what the difference is. It's subtle, and sometimes they overlap, but minimalist cases focus on design, while ultra thin cases are all about being nearly invisible. If you don't see your favorite ultra thin case on our list, feel free to add it in the comments section.

Oeago’s Ultra Thin iPhone 6 case is just 0.3mm thick

Lory Gil ∙ August 27, 2015

One of the best features of the iPhone 6 is the ultra slim design. It is so thin, it could hide behind a CD case. You may want to protect your high tech device but not want to add any bulk at all.

Oeago makes an Ultra Thin case for the iPhone 6 that is actually the thinnest you can buy. At only 0.3mm thick and weighing only 0.3 ounces, the case adds the least amount of bulk to your iPhone 6 possible so you can maintain the same aesthetic you love.

Skiva PowerFlow car charger juices up your iPhone fast

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

There is nothing worse than realizing that your iPhone's battery is drained when the only charger you have is for the car, especially if you aren't planning on driving for very long the next time you hit the road.

The Skiva PowerFlow car charger is a simple Lightning charger for the car with one special feature; it juices up your device with the fastest charge possible.

Anker’s 40W five-port charger gets the job done for multiple devices at once

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

How many smartphones, tablets, and music players do you have in your household? Chances are, you have more than two. In some households, there are a lot more than that. Sometimes, it doesn't seem like there are enough plugs to charge everyone's gadgets.

Anker makes a 40W five-port charger that features specially designed device recognition technology so it will charge different types of gadgets at their fullest speed all at the same time, and you only need one wall plug.

Keep your iPhone 6 charged at a distance with Bolse’s Cloth Jacketed Lightning Cable

Lory Gil ∙ August 20, 2015

There are two things wrong with Apple's Lightning cable. One is that the cord is just not long enough to be useful. The other is that it tends to tangle when not properly stored.

Bolse solves both of those problems with a six-foot MFi certified cord that is covered in a high-quality nylon jacket so you can plug your iPhone 6 into the wall and still use it while sitting on the couch.