Nowadays iPhone and iPod accessory prices has hit the roof. This has become so evident that the problem has been even acknowledged by Apple. Add on microphones are an example of this. Stereo only mics appeared on the iPod scene two years ago starting at 50 dollars. Now monaural mic equipped earphones are available for just $29. Inpicio retails a dedicated microphone add on for just $18 now.
Myvu along with Korea’s INNO Design has recently developed a more stylish frame for wearable video display. This is the Crystal 701 which is priced at $300 and is designed to work with present generation iPod nano, touch and classic models.
The Crystal 701 edition includes the usual components. The box contains one pair of sunglass-like goggles with non-removable ear buds attached to it, a remote control for controlling volume, power and brightness and a Dock Connector cable. Included in the pack is a plain fabric carrying bag, three sets of silicone tips for the ear buds and a USB cable for recharging. The good thing about the Crystal 701 is that it’s the best 640×840 wearable video display yet made for the iPods. (more…)
Carrying your iPod or iPhone with you in your car can be a hazardous experience for your iPod or iPhone if they are not safely installed. In recent times, the markets have been flooded with inexpensive, technically sound car mounts. The DLO VentMounts are different in their approach to this challenge and are amazingly effective at that.
Priced at $25 each, DLO’s VentMounts for the iPod touch and iPhone are available in separate versions. But they consist of the same parts: 2 detachable clips, a holster and combination belt clips and also a mounting bracket which is attached to the holster and clip. In order to keep your iPod touch or iPhone at your eye level, the VentMounts are specifically designed to be mounted on the air conditioning vents in your car. The mount is built so that you can rotate it horizontally or vertically as per your desire. When leaving the car, you can detach the VentMount and wear it on your belt. Very handy!