iPhone Accessories
Even before the iPhone has left the starting gate, companies are already beginning to offer iphone accessories. Now that you own an Apple iPhone (or you will soon), pair it with one (or all) of these iPhone accessories, including iPhone leather cases, skins, screen protectors, docking station, chargers, cables, battories and more other accessories...
Top 10 must-have iPhone accessories
Macally mClip
Looking
for a comfortable way to watch video on your iPhone? Macally's mClip
features a swivel belt clip that doubles as a stand. That way, you can
prop the iPhone on a desk or table. The mClip also protects all the
corners of the iPhone. Pick one up for $19.99, coming soon.
Acrylic Case for iPhone
Out
of all the available options, Belkin's simple acrylic case caught our
attention. The clear plastic is hard as nails but thin and lightweight
enough to wear on your hip. All of the ports and the front surface are
exposed, giving you easy access to the phone's touchscreen. Best of
all, the case's belt clip also functions as a kickstand, allowing you
to watch video, hands-free.
dreamGear i.Sound RoadTalk
If
you can't imagine your commute without a custom playlist and calls to
the office, check out dreamGear's i.Sound RoadTalk (available August
1st), the first iPhone-compatible car kit. A cinch to install, the
pebble-shaped device connects to your iPhone in two ways: an included
3.5mm cable (for music) and Bluetooth (for phone calls). An FM
transmitter lets you hear both your tunes and callers' voices through
your car stereo. The RoadTalk comes with a built-in mic, an LCD that
displays caller ID, and an adapter for the iPhone's recessed jack.
Price: $95
Rapid Car/Travel Charger-InCharge Series for iPhone
The
iPhone has excellent battery life, but it's always nice to have a
backup plan. XtremeMac's InCharge Auto works with any standard 12-volt
car charger and has a self-resetting fuse. Like its iPod predecessor,
InCharge Travel will come with three sets of wall blades for
international travel (AT&T International Roaming sold separately).
These, plus the wall charger, all sport a sleek, rounded black design,
and will each come with a detachable USB cable. InCharge Home and
InCharge Travel will be available later this summer. Price: $19.95
(Auto), $TBA (Home), $TBA (Travel)
Shure SE210 Sound Isolating Earphones and Music Phone Adapter
At
$149, Shure's SE210 wired earbuds are a bit of a splurge, but they'll
conform comfortably to the inside of your ear, and their sleeves do an
excellent job of reducing external noise. For $40 extra, you can
purchase Shure's Music Phone Adapter (available in August), which will
transform any of Shure's Sound Isolating Earphones into a headset. With
the push of a button, you can pause and resume music while you make
phone calls.
Price: $149 (Earphones), $39.99 (Music Phone Adapter)
Belkin Sport Armband for iPhone
Planning
on using your iPhone while jogging or working out at the gym? Then
attach it to Belkin's Sport Armband for iPhone. We know, the iPhone is
a bit large to be carrying on your arm, but Belkin doesn't seem to
think so. The Armband provides hands-free entertainment, full screen
protection, volume-control access, and an internal pocket to store your
keys or earbuds. It's also water-resistant and has a reflective
material for use in the dark. Look for it this month with a retail
price of $29.99.
MarWare Quick Vue for iPhone
The
Quick Vue for iPhone from MarWare is a hard, rubberized case for
protecting your iPhone. Attach it to your belt clip horizontally and
use the handy quick release hatch, giving you instant access to your
iPhone's screen, dock connector, camera lens, and more. The headphone
port is accessible while the case is both open and closed. Purchase the
Quick Vue today for $29.95.
iSkin revo
Next,
you'll need a way to protect the iPhone. iSkin, maker of iPod
protectors and accessories, is stepping into iPhone territory with the
iSkin revo. The revo is a silicone protective case that covers all
surfaces, ports, and controls on the iPhone. It features a
touch-compatible privacy film and a ViSOR, an ultra-clear polycarbonate
scratch resistant screen guard. The silcone material is embedded with
an anti-microbial agent to protect the iPhone from the growth of
microbes. The iSkin revo for iPhone will be available in five colors
this month, with a retail price of $39.99.
Apple iPhone Dock
The
first thing you'll want to do when you pick up your shiny iPhone is
charge it and add some music to its onboard memory. Apple's iPhone Dock
($49) can be connected via USB port for syncing or charging. Plus, you
can use the audio line out to hook up your stereo and listen to the
tunes you store on the device. Also included in the package are an
Apple USB Power Adapter and Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable.
Wireless Bluetooth Headset
Bluetooth
headsets are a dime a dozen, but if you want to make hands-free calls
in style with your iPhone, Apple's Bluetoothheadset is the ticket. This
device is sleek, compact, and easy to use. Like the iPhone, it's black
and rectangular, with just one button for answering and ending calls.
In lieu of a Power button, the headset goes to sleep when idle. Once
you've exhausted the five and a half hours of talk time, you can charge
it alongside the iPhone in the included dual dock. Between the
headset's tiny size and low maintenance, you're likely to forget you're
even wearing it.
Price: $129