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Apple For Apples: Fruity and Fitting Apple Gadget Cases

GeekSugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:01:04 -0700

Looking for a subtle and sweet way to showcase your Apple love without having to pin a colorful logo on your shirt or sleeve? Double or triple your dose of apples each day by covering your iPod, iPhone, or laptop with a fresh and fruity printed case or tote.

This Little Apple Sunshine Pouch ($8) wasn't designed specifically for gizmos, but it would make a fetching combined iPod, iPhone, and lip gloss pouch. Check out some additional apple-inspired totes, cases and carriers in the widget below!

Incipio's iPod Shuffle Wafer Cases Are Good Enough to Eat

GeekSugar — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:50:17 -0700

It's rare for me to actually describe an iPod case as mouthwatering, but that's exactly what Incipio's Wafer dermaSHOT Case is ($15). Naturally, it's not edible, but it just looks like a delicious treat.

The case, which works only with the iPod Shuffle's latest generation, is available in chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla . . . oops, I mean brown, pink, or yellow. The silicone will protect your little iPod, and your diet, possibly; I just don't think it would taste very good.

Despite Name, New Fatboy Gadget Cases Actually Quite Sleek

GeekSugar — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 11:05:06 -0700

Fatboy, usually the purveyor of chic beanbag chairs, is bringing their casual modernity to gadget sleeves.

The Fatboy Undercover line includes soft, suede cases for laptops, cameras, and MP3 players constructed simply. I can imagine that that fabric makes for a nice, easy slide into another bag.

Though they can hold any brand, the sleeves say they're perfectly sized for the MacBook Air or 15- or 17-inch MacBook Pro, depending on the style.

They're a little on the pricey side, with the cheapest thing (the iPod holder) at $19, and the most expensive (the largest laptop sleeve) at $99. Still, I'm a fan of the bright, happy colors and ultraplain profiles.

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Anya Hindmarch Embosses the Name of the Gadget on the Bag

GeekSugar — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:00:44 -0800

British designer Anya Hindmarch is known for her fabulous handbags, but did you know what a stickler she is for organization?

It's evident she cares about your orderliness as well, because she has made these pretty little leather cases for accessories. Make no mistake, the pouches embossed with "CAMERA" (about $110) and "MY TUNES" (on sale for $73) are for your camera, and MP3 player, respectively.

They cost a pretty penny, but if your New Year's resolution was to get organized, then maybe they're an investment worth making.

Apple-Shaped iPod Shuffle Cozy: Love It or Leave It?

GeekSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:45:45 -0700

Apples to apples! How can you dislike this Apple-Shaped iPod Shuffle Cozy ($12)? Maybe you have a fruit fetish, or maybe you're really carrying a torch for Apple (and their vintage logo, natch).

Since the shuffles only got a color change-up at the Let's Rock event this week, this cozy will work for a while, and I love how it still enables you to use the shuffles clip.

What do you think: Apple overload or good to the last bite?

Belkin Is Already Dishing Out New Nano and Touch Cases

GeekSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 02:00:32 -0700

It has only been three days since Apple's Let's Rock event where Steve Jobs announced all the new Apple goodies, and before we can say "Apple's New Nano" ten times, Belkin has already whipped up a slew of new cases for the iPod Nano 4G, the iPod Touch 2G, and the iPod Classic 2G. From sport armbands, to silicone sleeves and even mother earth friendly cases, they've got a ton to choose from. You can expect to see these cases in stores across the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia come mid-September.

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How-To: Get Crafty!

GeekSugar — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:03:06 -0700

Not only am I a techie fiend, but I'm a crafty gal to boot! That means that I love making things with my hands, not just filling them with shiny gadgets. Gimmie some credit here; I've shown you lots of ways that you can be crafty, too, from repurposing old favorites to making new cases for your tiny new iPods. Check out my slideshow of my favorite ways to get crafty - so easy anyone can do it!

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Project Runway's Chloe Dao Creates Gadget Case Line

GeekSugar — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 08:00:11 -0700

She may be known for winning the second season of Project Runway with a collection of women's evening wear, but these days Chloe Dao is all about making gadgets look good.

Chloe has launched an exclusive line of laptop and gadget cases with Pacific Design. It features versatile cases for iPhones, iPods, laptops, popular phones (like RAZRs) and portable DVD cases.

I like the cases because they are colorful without being loud and obnoxious (they are covered in plain pinstripes and checkers and colorful pink, yellow and white retro prints.) They range in price from $19.99 for phone cases to $29.99 for laptop cases, which when compared to other designer gadget cases is a total steal. (Thanks for the tip, Fabsugar!)

Kitschy Missy Broome Cell Phone And iPod Charms

GeekSugar — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 05:00:48 -0700

The Miss Broome cell phone and iPod charms bring kitschy fun back to protecting your gadgets sans Hello Kitty, glitter or feathers. The line, which touts a marine and rock-inspired theme and is adorned by buttons and youthful embroidery, is made up of characters like "Two Sloops," "Captain Shivers," "Howdi-Culture," "Howd-Oui," and "Road Howdy," and seem to have a youthful Betsey Johnson influence. They each cost $30 and are 5-inches high and 3 inches wide. They have a zipper and key ring so they can attach to your key chain or purse.
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To learn how to post photos of your cell phone bling to the group, read more

I know that this long list looks scary, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, it'll be a snap the second time around.

First of all, join the Cell Phone Bling Group
Click "Create and Share!" on the left hand side
Choose "Blog"
Give your photo a Title
Leave the category as "general"
Change the channel to "technology and gadgets"
Add keyword(s) (for example mine for this photo was "Cell Phone Bling")
Click on the "Add Image" link below the "body" box
A popup window will happen - click on "Browse" to find your image on your computer
Once you have the image chosen, click "Submit"
The popup will show you your image, choose size: "normal" - if you want, you can give it a title (which will show up as a caption)
Click "Insert" and the popup will go away
Your "body" box will now have some text in it. Leave it as is. If you want to add some text before the picture, do it before the code that has appeared.
Click Submit

So join the Cell Phone Bling Group and start posting your great photos! Yours just might end up on the geeksugar homepage!

Your iPhone and iPod Touch Just Got a Little Classier

GeekSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:10:24 -0800

Although you only get two options when choosing an iPhone (even less if you're picking up an iPod Touch), you can always express your individuality with a case. I've got plenty of options for you, but if you're looking for something with a little more sizzle, a little more class if you will, check out these slim-fitting Blink Cases ($20-$25).

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These sleek and shiny cases hug the curves of your iPhone or iPod Touch without adding bulk and weight to your pocket. And even though they look like a million bucks, they don't cost a fortune. Coming in four different shades to match your sophisticated taste, Blink cases also come correct with a mirrored face plate so you can touch up your lip gloss or smooth out those perfectly placed waves in your hair. Oh, behave.