Accessories

Review: SIM Cutter to Trim Your iPhone SIM Card

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated November 23, 2017

Apple loves to use and impose new standards for their products. That's why you need a micro SIM in order to use an iPad 3G or the iPhone 4.

If like me you travel a lot and get SIM cards in various countries to use in your unlocked iPhone 4, you're going to need a SIM card cutter, as most carriers aren't offering micro SIMs, especially for pay-as-you-go plans.

Sure you could do this yourself, but do you really want to take the risk of messing up your SIM card? If not, then a SIM card cutter is your best bet...

Phonofone III Promises to Amp Up Your iPhone Oldschool Style

Jeff Benjamin ∙ Updated April 3, 2018

By now, as many of you know, it's no secret that I have an utter disdain for wires. Some people say I take my disliking of wires too far, but as you can see, I'm not alone.

The good folks over at Science & Sons have just released the third iteration of their acoustically amplified iPhone speaker, and it reportedly works much better than its predecessors...

Glif, Now Available for Order

Alex Heath ∙ November 28, 2010

Remember when we told you about an upcoming iPhone accessory called the "Glif"? Well, this highly anticipated all-in-one tripod/mount for the iPhone 4 has finally become available for order.

The product's creators summarize their invention,"The Glif is a simple iPhone 4 accessory with two primary functions: mounting your iPhone onto a tripod and propping up your iPhone at various angles."

If you use your iPhone for causal photography or for viewing videos, this accessory is a must buy...

The First iPhone Dedicated Printer

Alex Heath ∙ November 24, 2010

The "Bolle BP-10" is the world's first iPhone dedicated photo printer. You may be asking, "Why?" Well, with the release of iOS 4.2, AirPrint, and other options like Printopia, printing has become much more of a reality on iOS devices.

All available methods for printing from an iOS device rely on either another computer to serve the actual files, or a wireless printer. The "Bolle BP-10" lets you dock your iPhone and print directly. I could see iPhone-based printers like this one become a huge hit in the technology consumer market...

BoxWave’s Buddy Brings a Physical Keyboard to Your iPhone

Sébastien Page ∙ November 17, 2010

The guys at BoxWave know you're dying to get a physical keyboard on your iPhone so they came up with a nifty little accessory called the Keyboard Buddy Case.

The Keyboard Buddy Case is a case for your iPhone 4 that also includes an integrated slide-out Bluetooth keyboard. Unlike the Nuu, you just have to slide the keyboard to make it appear, just like you would on one of those Android phones.

Looking at the pictures, I have to admit that this thing doesn't look as bad as it sounds...

3D Movies on Your iPhone? Yes Please

Sébastien Page ∙ November 16, 2010

Japanese media artist Jitsuro Mase might be the first person to bring 3D to the iPhone. His invention, i3DG, is a groundbreking device that lets you watch movies in 3 dimensions, without the need of those dorky glasses.

Both production and playback of the video don't require special technology or equipment, which means that you can watch any movie in 3D. So how does this work?

Why Yes, That IS an iPhone in My Underwear Pocket!

Guest Author ∙ Updated April 2, 2018

Need a place to put your iPhone while hanging out in your underwear? There's a pair of boxers for that!

The Scottevest Travel Boxers have a built in pocket so that your iPhone has a snug place to stay warm and cuddle with you while you roam around the house near-commando style. Of course, the blogosphere has taken to making every kind of joke possible about them. Here are some highlights:

Angry Birds iPhone 4 Cases Coming to the UK

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated November 12, 2019

I don't know about you but I'm a big fan of Angry Birds. I'm such a fan that I actually set up my SMS ringtone to make an Angry Bird sound every time I receive a new text message. Yep, that's how I roll.

We'd already seen the Angry Birds plush toys before and it seems more goodies are being developed taking advantage of the momentum Angry Birds are having these days. The last product being developed is Angry Bird cases, which apparently will only be available in the UK via the 02 carrier...

CafePress Launches Custom iPhone Cases [We’re Giving Away 5 of Them]

Sébastien Page ∙ November 9, 2010

You know CafePress, the online source for custom merchandise such as T-Shirts, mugs, and pretty much anything else you can think of. Yesterday they announced the launch of custom iPhone cases, ready to be designed with your own photos or artwork.

Beginning today, you can shop from a catalog of over 100,000 user-generated custom iPhone 4 cases with thousands of designs, ranging from political to funny to artistic and everything in between...

Turn Your iPhone Into A Stun Gun

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated May 11, 2018

Yes, you read the title of this post correctly. Thanks to a little add-on called the Stun Fone, you can now turn your iPhone into a stun gun. How real is this? I have no idea, but to be honest with you, I don't have much faith in the trustworthiness of it.

I came across the Stun Fone via TUAW, and these peeps are on the fence too.

The Stun Fone sells for $25 on their "official website", which is currently experiencing an overwhelming amount of traffic.

Real or fake?

This iPhone Decal Makes You Look Like You’re Talking to Yourself

Sébastien Page ∙ November 8, 2010

I don't know what to think about this iPhone decal. Do I find it absolutely ridiculous? Or is it genially original? This skin shows the iPhone 4's icons and UI on your iPhone 4, and is to be applied on the back of your iPhone. So basically, the back of your iPhone will now look like the front of your iPhone.

Imagine you're walking down the street, talking to your friend over the phone. Other people will see you and will most likely believe you're pretending to have a phone conversation with some imaginary friend...

Sticky Buttons Make Your iPhone Touchscreen a Better Control Pad

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated November 26, 2016

No doubt the iPhone is a great gaming device, however, one big problem I have with it is when playing games that require heavy use of the touchscreen. Like Street Fighter IV for example.

Because you can't feel the buttons, you sometimes miss the button you want to hit, causing you to lose for the 5th time in a row against M. Bison. No more of that, thanks to those stick-on buttons that will turn your iPhone into a better game pad...