Accessories

Review: Joli Originals continues a tradition of premium leather sleeves

Jim Gresham ∙ Updated March 16, 2020

About four years ago, I reviewed the Joli Originals iPad sleeve and gave it a glowing review. A lot has changed for iPad form factors in the last four years and iPad has celebrated its 10th anniversary. Joli Originals sleeves have kept pace over the last few years, updating their genuine leather sleeves at the same beat. I was able to get my hands on their latest version for iPad Pro and it has served as a great addition to my daily carry bag.

Get 20% off Nomad iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro cases for a limited time

Cody Lee ∙ March 9, 2020

Heads up iDB readers! We've teamed up with our awesome friends over at Nomad to bring you a special, exclusive offer on their leather iPhone cases. For a limited time, you can get 20% off any iPhone 11 case using our exclusive promotional code. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite deals below.

The best macro lenses for iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro

Evan Selleck ∙ March 6, 2020

Apple has made huge gains when it comes to camera quality in the iPhone over the years, making it one of the most important features in its smartphone lineup.

Future Apple Smart Keyboards could connect directly to the iPad touchscreen

Christian Zibreg ∙ March 5, 2020

Apple is researching potential ways of using the iPad's capacitive touchscreen for reading key presses from a future Smart Keyboard accessory that might not need to connect over Bluetooth or take advantage of the iPad's Smart Connector at all.

Zagg’s Rugged Messenger and Slim Book Go keyboards now available for 10.2-inch iPad

Christian Zibreg ∙ March 4, 2020

Unveiled at CES 2020, Zagg's Slim Book Go and Rugged Messenger keyboards for Apple's 10.2-inch iPad model can now be ordered starting today via the company's online store.

Nomad announces new Base Station with more powerful Qi coils and additional USB ports

Cody Lee ∙ March 3, 2020

Premium accessory-maker Nomad announced a new version of its popular Base Station wireless charging stand today. The stand, which allows you to charge your iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch, now has more powerful Qi coils for faster and more efficient charging, as well as additional USB ports. We have a full rundown of the new features below.

The best iPhone 11 cases for kids

Evan Selleck ∙ February 28, 2020

The iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max are expensive handsets, but that doesn't necessarily mean they can't be used by kids, too.

The best front pocket wallets

Cody Lee ∙ Updated March 3, 2020

As Apple Pay and other forms of contactless payments become more popular, folks are carrying fewer cards and even less cash. This is why front pocket wallets are all the rage these days—after all, why do I need a bulky bifold or trifold to house my driver's license, a debit card and a credit card or two?

With this in mind, I thought now would be a good time to take a look a some of the best front pocket wallets out there right now.

Apple’s rumored Powerbeats4 wireless headphones get FCC approval

Evan Selleck ∙ February 27, 2020

The first sign of a new pair of wireless Powerbeats-branded earphones surfaced in December of last year. And now the headphones may have received FCC approval.

Netatmo’s Smart Indoor Camera now supports Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video system

Christian Zibreg ∙ February 25, 2020

Netatmo yesterday announced that official support for Apple's HomeKit Secure Video feature will be gradually rolled out to owners of its $200 Smart Indoor Camera in form of a free firmware update which is scheduled to arrive in the coming days.

Target’s inventory system also suggests new Apple TV, iPod touch and Apple Watch bands

Christian Zibreg ∙ February 24, 2020

Aside from leaking a possible premium AirPods model with a price tag of $399, Target employees followed up on Sunday evening with additional alleged images from the company's inventory system which suggest that other new Apple products could be on the horizon.

‘AirPods X Generation’ and other unannounced products appear in Target inventory

Evan Selleck ∙ February 22, 2020

There have been rumors swirling around for quite some time that Apple is planning to launch a slate of new products in early 2020. Maybe in March.