I don ‘t think this product needs much of an introduction, unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past year or so then I think you know what Angry Birds are. They’ve become extremely successful and have spawned several lines of accessories and today I have one of the more useful ones, at …
The USB charged device has permeated into almost everyone’s life; if you own even one single digital device then most likely it includes a USB-based charging system. If you don’t use a universal charging station then your AC wall outlet can become overwhelmed with plugs and adapters to charge your electronics. Some households might even …
I’ve got another quick review for you today of a product that I’ve found to be very useful in my day to day activities. The product is the Style-iT 2-in-1 Stylus and it’s from Bracketron. The 2-in-1 part is that it’s a stylus and it’s a pen so you’ve got …
Today for review I’ve got a product that just has to be seen or actually heard to be believed. It’s a product that I thought was just a gimmick, but I was wrong, very wrong. It’s called the Pocket Boom Portable Vibration Speaker, and it’s a speaker that you can …
Hey, Hey, I’m back with another review for you. It’s a little review, or an equally little product from Scosche called the boomCAN. This little product is meant to let you take your music with you, or any audio really. The boomCAN is a tiny little speaker with a big sound that comes with a …
One of my biggest gripes is people talking on their phone while driving. My biggest gripe is people texting while driving, I can’t stand that. Driving with a phone up to your ear can be rather dangerous for both the drivers and those around them, I’m sure you’ve read of the accidents that happened because …
On deck for today’s review we will be looking at another iPod Touch case from our friends at Speck. The GeoMetric Case for iPod Touch is based on the popular Geometric Speck style used in several other Apple mobile device cases. It is designed for the fourth generation iPod Touches and comes in five color …
Last week at Testfreaks, we had the chance to review the Bluetooth speaker/dock from XtremeMac – the Tango TRX. Today we will look at another Bluetooth speaker – the Disco from a company called Supertooth. While not a dock, it does work with Bluetooth A2DP stereo capable devices including recent iPod Touches, iPhones, iPads, Android …
Several weeks ago Testfreaks looked at the iChair iPad case and came away impressed with that product’s build quality and functionality. Today we will look at the the “mini-me” version of that case designed for the iPhone 4. The iChair iPhone 4 Case is a shell style case with a flip out stand for displaying …
Xtrememac is a well known Apple mobile device peripheral maker who in the past has provided Tesfreaks with cases and chargers for review. Today we will look at their Bluetooth enabled iPod/iPhone speaker dock – the Tango TRX. Besides charging and playing music from a docked iPod or iPhone, it can also wirelessly stream music …
What can you get for $10 these days? Not much really, but if you check over at Wireless Ground you can get a Bluetooth headset for $9.95! is it worth it? Well maybe it is, that is if you’re looking for a throwaway type headset and not too worried about sound quality and comfort. The …
Individual device chargers are notorious for taking up space whether it is on the counter or in a drawer. Assorted plugs and cables can make the neatest areas look cluttered. Todays review item – the IDAPT i4 helps address this issue by providing charging capacity for up to four devices at once. It uses an …
With the recent announcement of the Verizon iPhone 4 there will be more than a few Blackberry users making the switch over to the Cupertino created phone. One thing they may be missing with the iPhone 4 is the physical keyboard. Well there’s an app for that, actually there is a case for that. Today’s …
Kris, my editor will be the first to say that I am an Apple fan boy; which I guess is accurate as between my family we have an iPad, iPhone 3G, iPhone 4 and numerous iPods within our household. All these Apple devices need to be charged and on long trips need to be recharged …
A few weeks ago at Tetsfreaks we looked at the first iPhone 4 case composed of plants from Bioserie. Today we will check out an iPhone 4 case manufactured from recycled plastic bottles. TRTL BOT is a company with an Ecofriendly focus who are going “Green” while making products for Apple’s popular phone. …
Over the past few weeks I’ve taken a look at two Otterbox cases for the Samsung Galaxy S Captivate, the Impact Series and the Commuter Series and today I’ve got another one. The case is the Defender Series of cases and it offers the most protection for the Captivate out of all the cases and …
iPhone 4 cases are made from all kinds of materials – silicone, plastic, rubber, polycarbonate, carbon fiber and plants. Plants? Did I just write plant? Yes I did. Bioserie is a company dedicated to creating products that "allow consumers to enjoy the fruits of technology with a clean conscience." …
Last week Sling Media released an early holiday present – the iPad version of the Slingplayer Mobile. This app allows the streaming of TV and DVR from one’s Slingbox to the iPad over either a 3G or Wi-Fi connection. While this release was a long time coming and welcomed by many, according to recent reviews …
I don’t quite understand how people can spend excessive amount of money on a phone and not protect it. I know people that just toss them in their pockets with keys or whatever are they’re phones end up ruined after time. Even with new technologies like Gorilla Glass phones today still aren’t invincible. Every phone …
Mophie was one of the first companies to develop and market an external iPhone and iPod Touch battery with their Juice Pack line. They recently introduced their seventh generation product – the Juice Pack Air for iPhone 4. This battery/case combines protection for the iPhone 4 from real world hazards along with supplying additional iPhone …
It’s Friday and I’ve got a quick review for you of a product that’s meant to offer protection to your electronic gadgets like phones and MP3 players from water, dust and pretty much anything else. It’s called the Dry Doc Digi 2 and it’s from a company Seattle Sports. It’s a simple product that’s very …
You spend a lot of money on a phone, but you need to spend more money on a case and screen protector if you want to protect your investment. When you go to make your purchase though you’re going to want something that is from a company that is well known for making quality products …
Last year we looked at the Powermat Wireless Charging Unit; one of the first commercial induction charging systems. Palm was one of the first to take advantage of the technology with the Palm Pre using the Touchstone. To replicate that system with other devices Powermat uses an external receiver that works in conjunction with an …
When looking for tough and rugged iPhone cases one name comes to mind – OtterBox. Over the years they have built their reputation with well-constructed industrial strength electronic accessory cases. Recently they have released their first two iPhone 4 cases: the Defender and Commuter. Today we will look at the Defender model, which features both …
How would you like the internet in your pocket, to be able to take it with you everywhere you go? Well now you can with a MiFi! The MiFi I have today from Virgin Mobile offers you the same features that others offer, but this once doesn’t require a contract, it’s a pay as …
At TestFreaks we like green products, they’re innovative and of course they offer something to help do a small part in helping conserve our planet. One thing that comes to mind when you mention green products is solar power, you can’t get much more green than power from the sun, it’s virtually limitless and …
Close your eyes and imagine you are falling deep asleep to the soothing sounds of your favorite songs (on a playlist that you personally created). The morning comes quickly and you are awakened by the sound of your alarm clock going off. …
Today for review I’ve got a little GPS receiver from Motorola just called the T805 from our friends at MobileFun. It’s small and portable, it fits right in the palm of your hand really. The T805 can be used with basically any …
So I’m back with another review for you. After getting hammered with over 21 inches of snow and losing the power for almost 24 hours, I’m still here, and I discovered that someone stole my snow shovel… Today for review I’ve got a green accessory for your cell phone to make you life a bit easier …
Today’s review item can easily be mistaken for a Hacky Sack. The MovieWedge is basically a bean bag and is used with various portable media devices as a stand. Sounds far fetched, doesn’t it? It is simple in it form and function yet remarkably versatile. MovieWedge is basically a beanbag with a lip area designed …
It’s been a while since I’ve really taken a look at any cell phone accessories, we’ve looked at cases and a couple basic stands, but how about something that’s truly multi-functional. Today for review I’ve got a product called the Desk Genie, it’s a non-slip charging stand for your desk, but it’s much more …
Today I’ve got a brief review for you of another product from Speck, it’s called the TwoZip and it’s made to be a case for carrying you 2.5” hard drive around, but it can be used for anything really. The TwoZip gets it’s name because it has two zippers on it for the two …
The smartphone stand is the Rodney Dangerfield of the peripheral market – it does not get much respect. Most stands hold the smartphone in place but are not always designed for elegance or style. With the popularity of the iPhone and the rise of competitors such as the Palm Pre and Motorola Droid, the …
The PowerMat is one of the most talked-about gadgets to hit shelves this fall. A wireless charging mat, the general concept of the mat is simple: place your electronic device on the mat, and it will charge. It is, in effect, trying to invent wireless electricity.
There are a lot of options when it comes to cell phone cases. The most expensive offer a superior fit, ultimate protection and a stylish look. The cheapest can be mail-ordered pieces of rubber from Asia that will run you a few dollars and offer minimal protection and faulty design. While rubber cases are often …
After reviewing more iPhone cases than I care to remember, it is my experience that cases designed for fashion and style are usually not the most protective. Today’s review case – the VOi! Lorem helps break my preconception. The Lorem is marketed for those who want their iPhone to match their style while protecting …
One complaint most people about the iPhone and iPods is the quality of the included Apple headphones. Relatively speaking they sound fine but once compared to a higher quality ear bud you quickly realize the difference in sound quality. Good sounding headphones …
Radiation in the movies and comic books may seem cool as it may provide superpowers such as the Fantastic Four or the Hulk. In real life radiation and prolonged exposures is known to cause cancer. This past August saw the publishing of …
Previously on TestFreaks we looked at the Leatherskin case for the iPhone 3G/3GS. Today I will be looking at the second iPhone case from Sena – the Sena Walletbook Case for iPhone 3G/3GS. This case doubles as protection for ones iPhone while at …
Today we will be looking at the first of two cases sent to us by Sena who are known for their leather cases for mobile devices such as Palms, Blackberries and of course iPhones. After reviewing a slew of plastic and silicon cases …