Accessories Articles on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog

FreedomPop iPhone case to offer free 4G connectivity

by Kelly Hodgkins (May 11th, 2012)

Earlier this year, FreedomPop said it was working on an iPhone case with an integrated cellular radio that would provide users with free mobile broadband access on Clearwire's 4G WiMAX network. Now, the company is taking pre-orders for this 4G WiMAX sleeve. Each sleeve will cost US$99 and ...

Glif+: Even more iPhoneography love in the same small package

by Steven Sande (May 7th, 2012)

If there's one accessory that every iPhoneographer should have in his or her pocket, it's the Glif. You probably remember our previous coverage of this cool little gizmo -- it fits onto the side of an iPhone and has a standard tripod screw mount on the bottom. Now Studio Neat has made the Glif ...

Logitech intros new Solar Keyboard Folio for iPad

by Steven Sande (May 3rd, 2012)

Logitech has been hitting the news a lot lately, first with their Ultrathin Keyboard Cover (US$100, and -- ahem -- we're still waiting for a review unit) and now with the Solar Keyboard Folio ($130, available for pre-order). The new case is of the familiar folio style, flipping one way for ...

Beoplay A3 iPad stereo dock has a unique design

by Steven Sande (May 3rd, 2012)

Bang & Olufsen offshoot brand Beoplay is giving the iPad speaker dock the B&O design treatment with the new Beoplay A3 iPad stereo dock. As you'd expect from the Danish electronics design firm, the Beoplay A3 is a minimalist, slim, black and polished metal wedge into which a first or ...

TUAW TV Live: A closer look, an updated iPhoneography accessory, and a lot of talk

by Steven Sande (May 2nd, 2012)

Today on TUAW TV Live I'm going to go into a bit more detail about some of the products that have been dropping into the TUAW Labs recently. You'll get an honest first-look review at some iPhone and iPad accessories, as well as a look at an update to one of everyone's favorite iPhoneography ...

Jawbone releases Big Jambox Bluetooth speaker

by Megan Lavey-Heaton (May 2nd, 2012)

If you're in the market for a portable hi-fi sound system, Jawbone has announced its US$299 Big Jambox speaker, which vows to turn any Bluetooth-capable mobile device into a sophisticated sound system. One of the neat things about the speaker is that you can hook it to a computer and download ...

Twelve South HoverBar: Review and giveaway

by Steven Sande (Apr 29th, 2012)

Every once in a while I receive hardware for review that ends up becoming such an integral part of my setup that I forget to write the review, and that's been the case with the Twelve South HoverBar (US$79.99). The HoverBar is a unique product that's meant to mount an iPad to a desk, a cubicle ...

Bracketron Power Dock Pro Flex keeps iPhone secured and powered in your car

by Steven Sande (Apr 26th, 2012)

When it comes to car mounts for the iPhone and iPod touch, there are a lot of 'em available. I personally despise windshield suction-cup mounts, as every one I've tried has fallen off my windshield as soon as it heats up in the strong Colorado sun. When I saw Bracketron's new Universal USB ...

Padprop iPad stand giveaway

by Dave Caolo (Apr 26th, 2012)

Last year we reviewed the Padprop iPad stand. It's a super-handy device that lets you choose multiple viewing angles, rest an iPad between your knees for easy typing and even stores a set of Apple earbuds neatly and securely. I found it durable (it's made of EVA foam) and lightweight at just 50 ...

Targus Plug-N-Power Charging Station keeps peace in the family

by Steven Sande (Apr 26th, 2012)

In many homes with multiple iOS devices, charging up those iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches can turn into a battle for dominance over a wall socket. Targus is now selling the Plug-N-Power Charging Station (US$29.99) to keep the peace in your household and ensure that all of your gadgets are ...

Mophie juice pack powerstation PRO: A big gas tank for your gizmos

by Steven Sande (Apr 26th, 2012)

We test a lot of external power packs here at the top-secret TUAW labs, most of which are just powerful enough to top off an iPhone or iPod touch. But what if you need enough juice to top off a couple of iPhones or an iPad? That's where Mophie's new juice pack powerstation PRO (US$129.95) comes in ...

TUAW TV Live: Hardware, accessories, and "fabulous new products in the pipeline"

by Steven Sande (Apr 25th, 2012)

Welcome back to another hour of fun, live discussion on TUAW TV Live! Today my topics will range from the flood of hardware and accessories that have made their way to the legendary TUAW Labs to the curious line uttered by Apple CEO Tim Cook yesterday. Cook noted that Apple is "shipping the ...

Epson MegaPlex MG-850HD projector is a powerful iOS companion

by Steven Sande (Apr 20th, 2012)

When it comes to giving presentations, teaching classes, or even watching videos or photos in a group environment, there's still nothing to replace the traditional PC projector. Sure, there are little pico-projectors out now, but they lack the sheer power and features of the magic black box ...

Logitech reveals Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for the new iPad

by Kelly Hodgkins (Apr 18th, 2012)

Logitech unveiled a new cover for the iPad that's thin, lightweight and houses a 5-row keyboard. As shown above, it also functions as a stand. The keyboard connects to your iPad via Bluetooth and has a six-month battery life when you use it two hours a day. Just like a Smart Cover, it has a ...

Brookstone's Pocket Projector, Big Blue speakers perfect for movie night

by Steven Sande (Apr 17th, 2012)

Gadget retailer Brookstone has taken to iOS devices like a baby duck takes to water, and the company supplied TUAW with a trio of review products last week that are perfect for hosting a movie night at your home or wowing a client with a presentation at their office. The Brookstone Pocket ...