Internal HDD iPhone Case

This case has been designed to resemble a 100GB PC ATA/IDE hard drive right down to the connectors. If not been made clear is the case is compatible with the iPhone 4S a well. But with the large cutout on the side, the 4S should fit without any problems.

This hilarious iPhone 4 case will guarantee that you win any dorkathon you choose to enter. The plastic case — which covers the back and sides of the phone — is shaped like a raw hard drive, complete with vendor sticker, fake screws and even SATA connectors.

It would probably work just as well as a sticker, but this case obviously offers extra protection, too. The design is almost ridiculously authentic, betrayed only by the little hole through which the iPhone’s camera can peek. I see this going one of two ways. If you are spotted by another nerd, they’ll love it. But if some normal person spies your case, they will probably assume that the back fell off your iPhone.

If you wan’t one, you’ll have to go on a search of your local novelty stores. The UK-based supplier, Thumbs-Up World, doesn’t sell direct. Instead, it appears these things are sold through high street stores, in the UK at least.

What Does The iPad 3 Offer?

The iPad 3 is set to make its debut on the 7th of March at a special media event in San Francisco. The rumors have been coming in very fast indeed and one of the latest rumors is one that actually reveals a great deal of information about what the iPad 3 might just hold. If these rumors are true then tech blog MIC Gadget really have gotten their hands on the front glass, rear shell and case of the iPad 3 and some great pieces of information to go with it.

The first thing that they reported is that the front panel of the iPad 3 does in fact have a home button. When Apple initially sent out their invitation to the press event there was huge speculation and many believed that the iPad 3 didn't have a home button due to the way it was photographed. It also seems that the iPad 3 is slightly thicker than the iPad 2 and the edges are more tapered. This will make the device feel thinner when being held. The iPad 3 also fits the current generation smart covers too. MIC Gadget has plenty of great photos and a video on their blog where they compare the alleged iPad 3 hardware with that of the iPad 2. Here is a brief overview of what they are saying.

The iPad 3 will be available in its current assortment of 16GB, 32GB and 64Gb. The price points for each of these devices is also said to be remaining the same. There is speculation that LTE will not be built into the iPad 3 and they report that this is due to the fact that there is a limited market for the LTE and that the price of this chip would increase the cost of the device. They do state however that LTE could be added into the next generation model after the iPad 3.

Again these are just rumors and with all rumors they must be taken with a pinch of salt. We are of course only a matter of days away from the official unveiling of the iPad 3 so we will all know the facts very soon.

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How To Bypass iOS 5.1 Restriction When Installing iMovie v1.3 on iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch Running iOS 5.0.1

The Apple media event last week caused quite a stir and Apple announced the release of a brand new iPad and Apple TV. Both of these new products are going to be released to the public on the 16th of March at 8am. The pre-order section of the Apple website was inundated with pre-orders and this caused a number of server and store down issues. Apple also took the opportunity to announce some of their apps at the media event that have been updated so that they are now compatible with the new iPad Retina display and these include the iWork Suite, GarageBand and iMovie.

For those of you that can’t live without your jailbreak the update of iMovie is going to be tough. This new app benefits from a great deal more functionality and an improved user interface but it also comes with a requirement that iOS 5.1 be installed. This means that jailbroken users who wish to keep their untethered jailbreak on iOS 5.0.1 won’t be able to download it. That’s what most people thought anyway.

It seems that the App Store makes a quick reference check against a .plist entry saved in the CoreServices directory of the device to determine what version of iOS is installed. If the check returns a value less than the minimum version required, an alert is displayed advising that it requires a specific iOS version.

If you have a jailbroken device it is simply a matter of using a program such as iFile or SSHing into the device and changing the version string in the SystemVersion.plist, which will fool the OS into believing that iOS 5.1 is installed and this will allow you to download iMovie. This means that jailbroken devices can benefit from the great new features and additions to the newly updated iMovie App. All you have to do now is head over to the App Store, download the iMovie app and enjoy all the cinematic goodness that awaits.

New Feature Packed iPad Puts Apple On Top

All eyes were glued to the Media Event that took place last Wednesday where Apple’s new iPad was revealed. The feature list for the new iPad is exception and finally implements some of the great new hardware that people have craved. This includes the long overdue introduction of the Retina Display which really is just the icing on the cake.

Other features of the new iPad include quad-core graphics, iSmart camera and 4G LTE compatibility. Of course all these great features would be useless without the increase battery capacity which has been increased by 70%. This means that users should be able to get the most from the new iPad. The new iPad is due to go on sale this Friday the 16th of March and already Apple pre-orders have gone through the roof with many of their online stores having trouble keeping their servers online. The much awaited announcement of the next generation iPad has been worth the wait and this feature packed tablet really is going to be something that many users are going to want to buy.

Another great announcement was that the iPad 2 would be dropping by $100. Other tablets have always had the advantage of being cheaper so now with $100 knocked off the price of this fantastic device Apple really have got two generations of devices that are sure to be on top when it comes to tablet based numbers. The iPad 2 is now even more affordable and of course more favourable to consumers which means that the likes of Samsung are going to be in trouble with the new iPad finally being launched.

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Ubooly Turns Your iPhone Into A Toy That Teaches

Sure the iPhone lets you play casual games and do all kinds of other things, but there are also mobile apps focused on education and early development that are important as well. Though they could be better. Now a team has developed a simple way to merge toys with iOS apps for the education of our geeklings.

Ubooly was created by Carly Gloge and her husband Isaac. It’s basically a plush toy for your iPhone that interacts with your child. This toy can cover a wide range of learning situations. The plush toy and app cost $50 and updated learning games will be released for $1-$3 daily. Sounds pretty good for lots of learning on the cheap. This kickstarter project is over the halfway point for funding. If you like where this is going, give them a donation and help kids learn with a cute iToy.

Ubooly in action:

Sparrow Mail App Lands On The iPhone And iPad

One of the best third party email apps on the Mac is called Sparrow, we heard recently it was headed to the iPhone, and Sparrow is now available from today on the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

Sparrow is a third party email application that comes with a range of features, and it offers iMAP support, with Gmail, Apple’s iCloud, Mobile Me as well as custom iMAP accounts.

Sparrow features a unified inbox, faces which adds your friends photos to their emails, and much more. We have only had a brief chance to test out Sparrow on the iPhone, but from what I have seen so far it looks like it may be almost as good as the Mac version.

Sparrow for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch is available for $2.99 from iTunes, and it will support iOS devices running iOS 5.0 and above.

For more information:
http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/sparrow-mail-app-lands-on-the-iphone-and-ipad-15-03-2012/

Sparrow for iPhone: A Brief Review/Overview:

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iPhone 4 and 4S Cellhelmet Case Covered With Insurance

A new iPhone 4 and 4S case from Cellpig offers more than protection for the popular devices. This case actually comes with a year of insurance, allowing it to stand out from the wide array of cases available in the market.

The product is called the Cellhelmet. Made from thermoplastic polyurethane rubber (TPU), the so-called ruggedized case feels like a flexible type of rubber without the rigidity of plastic. It is designed to withstand possible damages such as being stepped on, dropped, or hit with a hard object, for which situations, the device will be covered with insurance.

However, this insurance does not cover water damage. In cases where the insurance covers the damage, users will have to file a claim through their 1-800 number, which will require a proof of purchase from a customer service representative.

The user will then send the phone to Cellpig along with a handling fee of $50, and they will fix the unit and send it back via UPS. Otherwise, if the damage is too extensive, they will replace the phone. This insurance also covers unlimited repairs as long as it is covered.

Apart from this durable protection, Cellpig is also concerned with aesthetics, and users will be happy to know that the design was made as less bulky and unattractive as possible. The case comes with interchangeable backplates, which comes in a rainbow of colors. The Cellhelmet retails for $44 and is available to US and Canadian residents.

cellhelmet Kickstarter Project - First & Only Case That Guarantees iPhone 4S/4:

Futulele Transforms Your iPad And iPhone Into A Digital Ukulele

We have featured a number of different devices here on Geeky Gadgets that use Apple devices to create guitars and instruments. But an innovative instrument called the Futulele, now use both an iPad and iPhone to create a digital version of the classic Ukulele. The Futulele has been designed as an iPad application which can be used on its own with on just one iPad. But a case is also available which then combines both iOS devices together. Watch the video after the jump to see the Futulele is action.

Once combined into the Futulele case the iPad tablet is used to strum while the iPhone is used to select the chords required. The Futulele has been created by Amidio and is at the moment just a prototype concept.

The Futulele can be used to create up to 12 chords for each song and enables you to change chord sets on the fly if required. Amidio is now looking for assistance from a manufacturer to help the Futulele make the jump from concept to production. To tell the truth, the device composition looks so obvious that we’re wondering why no-one has thought of this before, but still – this is a completely new way of producing music with iOS devices.

Introducing Futulele, the Ukulele app for the iPad and the iPhone:

Polarizing Filter Lens For iPhone Now Available

You might want to give this circular polarizing filter lens (CPL) made especially for the said devices a try. The filter is attached to a case and promises to reduce reflections and glare on your shots. While there are quite a number of photo filtering apps now available that aims to do just that, nothing beats a hardware accessory to come up with your desired output.

With many people turning to their mobile phones for those casual photo-ops, this accessory could prove to be a handy tool to improve your shots. The add-on filter and case costs $37.99, expectedly not as cheap as its software alternatives but if you find yourself using your iPhone 4/4S more on your special occasions, then it could be worth the price tag.

DSLR Tips: Using polarizing filters:

T-Mobile will have 10 LTE devices and iPhone-compatible 4G network by 2014

10 LTE devices and its 4G network will be compatible with a future T-Mo-branded iPhone by the end of 2013 by T-Mobile, chief technology officer Neville Ray said at the carrier’s Challenger Strategy conference call. T-Mobile’s CTO said the carrier will cover 50 major markets with its upcoming LTE network and detailed plans about managing spectrum to best serve the needs of more intensive data networks.

“Our 4G network will be compatible with a broader range of devices, including the iPhone” Ray said. Now, this is a clear reference to a 4G iPhone, unless Ray considers the current HSPA+ compliant iPhone as 4G, something Apple has never done. It seems though that T-Mobile's CTO is referring to the roll-out of HSPA+ 3G and 4G services in the 1900MHz range, which the iPhone is compliant with. This is a huge $4 billion investment by the fourth-largest US mobile operator.

The big problem with the iPhone on T-Mobile is the awkward AWS bands that the carrier’s 3G runs on. The iPhone currently doesn’t support them and remains limited to slow EDGE data transfers. Theoretically, T-Mobile’s LTE network will deliver up to 72Mbps, but we expect the realities to match those of the current LTE networks. That would mean download speeds of between 5Mbpas and 12Mbps.

4G network test: Verizon 4G LTE vs Sprint 4G Wimax vs T-Mobile 4G HSPA+:

Sara Is The Latest Siri Clone That Works On All iOS Devices

Siri has always been of interest to developers and this escalated with the release of an untethered jailbreak for iOS 5.0.1 in December 2011 and the release of the A5 Absinthe jailbreak for the iPhone 4S and the iPad 2 in January. Up until now the best way to install Siri on an unsupported device has been Spire which was released in December 2011. That is all about to change with the introduction of Sara.

Spire is easy to set up and requires users to connect to a proxy server in order for the various commands to be answered by Apple's pocket slave. It was only a matter of time before more Siri alternatives became available and a Vietnamese Dev Team has produced a more advanced tool which goes by the name of Sara. This free voice recognition utility takes things a little further than merely setting reminders or driving users crazy with nonsensical conversation and it also appears to be much more versatile.

It has been described by its creators as having an open brain allowing those in the know to create plugins for special commands. Right now the feature set is still impressive and you can scan barcodes or QR codes. The most encouraging thing about Sara is that is works in a variety of countries and it has 37 languages. If you want to get your hands on Sara you will need to have a jailbroken iPhone and you will find it in Cydia.

Sara - A Clone Of Siri:

Cool musical accessories for iPad and iPhone

The iPhone and especially the iPad, received somewhat of a cult status as a musician's best friend after their release. A lot of people who were into Macs and iPods before, were into music as well, so naturally a number of apps appeared on the iPhone for everything - from tuning your guitar, to playing the piano. When the iPad increased the screen real estate available, we even had popular bands creating albums solely on Apple's tablets.

Needless to say, the accessory industry amplified (no pun intended) this trend, outing an abundance of accompanying devices for music lovers out there, that worked in sync with their iPhones and iPads. We are not even talking about speaker docks that double as a nightstand here.

There are turntables, stomp pedals and vinyl records-iPhone transfer systems. We round up a few of the interesting ones that might make you eager to unleash your inner DJ, while you wait for the wonders of the next iPad.

Today only: iPads and iPods 10% cheaper on NewEgg

If you’ve missed all those Holiday sales don’t worry - NewEgg has got you covered with a rare 10% off deal on all iPads and iPods. There’s no catch, but you’d need to hurry up - the deal will only last one day, and that’s today. You’d need to enter the following code: EMCNHNA28 The code is valid until 11:59pm PST today, on February 9th, but if you order sooner you’d do better as there’s a fund limitation. Once it runs out, the promotion could end even earlier.

Now, that’s not everything NewEgg sells - it’s deal covers cameras, monitors, other Verizon smartphones and plenty of gadgets, but our guess is that the Apple products will be in biggest demand. Is 10% enough to lure you into purchase? Also, don’t forget that a little patience might go a long way - Apple is expected to unveil the next-generation iPad with improved battery and specs in a mere couple of weeks, so you might want to spare the piggy bank now.

10 Valentine's Day apps for iPhone and Android

You are probably planning on spending the day with your loved one doing the things that you enjoy most, probably take a stroll through the park, visit the restaurant that you first went out on a date to, enjoy a glass of red wine, and why not even have some fancy chocolate.

Well, we have prepared for you a list of 10 applications that can make your Valentine's Day even more enjoyable. Are you eager to see which ones we have selected? Check them out below and do not hesitate trying them out.

Apple stock flirting with $500, now valued more than Google and Microsoft combined Apple stock flirting with $500, now valued more than Google an

If you ever doubted Apple’s near-term future under Tim Cook, you’d better put these concerns to rest - Apple stock has been growing even quicker under the new CEO and it’s close to hitting $500. Currently, it’s trading for nearly $495, and we expect it to reach $500 tomorrow, but what’s interesting is that since the new chief executive is in place, the company has grown by $100 billion in market value. Apple is the world’s largest company by market estimations, surpassing Exxon Mobil by nearly $60 billion, as the oil giant’s market value is around $401 billion.

Amazingly, Apple is now bigger than Microsoft and Google combined in market value, which alone is telling. Apple has a market cap of nearly $460 billion, while Microsoft ($258 billion) and Google ($199 billion) combine for around $457 billion.

We should note that market value is a volatile measure, which can change drastically in mere weeks, but it is also an indication of what investors think about the company’s prospects. And, if you sold Apple stock when the iPhone 4S came out, you should definitely feel sorry about it. Check out Apple shares racing to the $500 mark, after hitting a low in November - the growth rate is almost unbelievable.

Apple Stock Earnings Preview (AAPL):

Duracell iPhone External Battery Case hands-on

We’ve come to that point where one day is seemingly the mark we’re content with our modern day smartphones – mainly because it’s seemingly light years better than the 10 hours of usage found with some top-notch devices of late. Then again, as we’re reminded about past devices, mainly the flips phones from yesterday, we’re brought back to the realization that one day is simply not acceptable. Well folks, even though we’ve been treated to killer devices like the Motorola DROID RAZR MAXX of late, which takes battery life on a smartphone to a whole new level, other devices aren’t as fortunate in being blessed with a generous sized batteries, but rather, accessory manufacturers have come along to provide us with a helpful alternative.

Case in point, the Duracell iPhone External Battery Case, which is an up and coming item that’ll surely please iPhone owners all around. Much like its rivals, Duracell’s offering tucks away a 1,300 mAh battery inside of its shell, though, it’s smaller than the 2,000 mAh batteries found on the Mophie Juice Pack Plus and PowerSkin. Rather, the beauty of the Duracell battery case is that it doesn’t add much bulk to the overall size of the iPhone – and on top of that, it’s form fitting as well to offer a comfortable grip in the hand. Donning a soft touch matte finish, it naturally is able to keep a clean looking appearance, however, we’re not fans of the recessed cut outs for the handset’s buttons, which makes them notorious to feel out. Adding yet more functionality, there is a kickstand in the rear to offer a hands-free experience watching videos.

Specifically mentioned to work with the iPhone 4, where it’s meant to double its battery life, we instead decided to use it with the newer iPhone 4S. Of course, it fits snugly into place, but the top plastic cover tends to come off too easily. In our quick testing, we managed to get the iPhone 4S to a battery level of 60% from a dead charge, which is justified seeing that the 4S packs a higher capacity battery. When it comes down to it, we simply love its compact form versus other cases we’ve checked out. Now it’s worth noting that the Duracell iPhone External Battery Case is not yet available for purchase, but it should hopefully be out soon. Another piece of the puzzle is pricing, which hasn’t been confirmed, but we’re hoping to see this one landing for under the $60 mark to prove to be a justified offering.

Duracell iPhone External Battery Case hands-on:

iPhone 4S Now Available In Over 21 Countries

The iPhone 4S is now available in more than 21 countries and in this post we are going to look at the sky high prices that are being charged for this latest Apple device. Fans of the iPhone can now buy the brand new iPhone 4S in more than 21 countries across the world. This comes after Apple made the handset available to new territories last week.

The 21 new countries now offering the iPhone 4S either through Apple’s own online stores or through carrier parties are: Bahrain, Brazil, Chile, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, the Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam.

Brazil is the country where buyers will have to fork out the most cash and the reason for this is the huge import tax that is being placed on devices such as smartphones. The price of the iPhone 4S through Apple’s Brazilian online store starts at the equivalent of $1410 for the 16GB model and goes up to $1845 for the 64GB model. In the US people are paying $649 for the 16GB and $849 for the 64GB unit. This is a massive price difference and hopefully the decision to build some of Apple’s inventory in Brazil itself will help to reduce the costs.

People in Russia are paying really high prices too and these work out at $1131 to 41350 which again is a big difference when compared with American prices. If you live in any of these additional 21 countries you had better be prepared to hand over a great deal more if you want to own an iPhone 4S. With these prices it just goes to show that the iPhone 4S is not as expensive in the US as people might think.

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iOS 5 Beta 3 Includes More iPad 3 And Facebook Integration References

No matter when Apple releases a new beta version of their iOS some clever people go snooping to see what they can find hidden inside. The latest beta version iOS 5.1 beta 3 seems to be no different and this time two new iPad references have been discovered again. Two new code names, J1AP and J2AP have been discovered in the latest beta release which appear to link with recent reports that suggest the iPad 3 is being developed under the J1 and J2 names. It is presumed that one of these is the Wi-Fi only version and the other will also have a 3G radio.

Apple has always been known to test new hardware using the latest betas of the newest iOS whilst adding new features that are due to debut with the hardware. The betas that were released for iOS 5 has reference to Siri and voice dictation which are two new features that came with the iPhone 4S release.

Apple is working on an iPad 3 we all know that very well and if they follow their existing release cycle then we should expect to hear about a possible announcement within the next three months. Another new feature to be spotted in the latest beta release of iOS 5.1 is an old one that never made it into the shipping version of iOS 5 and this is the Facebook integration which is similar to the Twitter integration that we have today. This was supposed to be part of the iOS 5 release but apparently Apple and Facebook couldn't reach an agreement. It looks as though this feature could be back but whether it comes with the shipped version of iOS 5.1 still remains a mystery.

iOS 5 Hands-on: Major Features:

Apple fanatic NYPD cop gets back stolen Apple iPhone in record time

The cashier at a luxury clothing store in New York City, Tuci Italia, was taking a break, watching YouTube videos on her Apple iPhone with earphones on. A man walked into the store, pointed a gun at her, and demanded she turn over her iPhone. She handed over her handset and called the police. Responding to the call were Officer Robert Garland and Sgt. Richard Coan. Trying to calm the crying victim, Garland told her that he would get her iPhone back. The officer had a good reason to be confident since he and his wife are fans of all things Apple (both he and his wife own iPhones, iPads, and Macintosh computers) and he knew some apps that might be able to track down the purloined device.

Find my iPhone can help find a stolen unit
Wasting no time, the officer took out his Apple iPhone, loaded up the Find my iPhone app and punched in the victim's Apple ID number. Quickly, the officer was able to lock in on the suspect about 10 blocks away. Garland and his partner started up their patrol car and followed the suspect to a supermarket, the Food Emporium. Officer Garland pressed the "play sound" button on the app and instantly a pinging sound could be heard coming from a man outside the store, about 20 feet away from the officers.

Officers Garland and Coan along with two other policemen made the bust. 40 year old George Bradshaw was arrested and the Apple iPhone returned to the proper owner. Amazingly, the whole thing took only 30 minutes. Had Bradshaw been as knowledgeable about Apple as Officer Garland, he could have disabled the iCloud trace and would have been able to make a clean getaway. Instead, Bradshaw was charged with robbery and possession of stolen property.

Apple releases Valentine's day gift guide

It’s just two weeks until Valentine’s day - the day when you can prove your love with a gift, if you ask Apple. The company has posted its Valentine’s day gift guide to help you pick something for your significant other, and to further boost its already incredible sales.

First on the list is the iPad 2 spiced up with Apple’s marketing talk: “A gift they’ll use happily ever after.” At least, until the next iPad is released, which is expected in mere weeks after Valentine’s day, so our advise on that would be to exercise the favorite virtue of every gadget lover - patience.

Next Apple is promoting its iPhone 4S, a much better-timed suggestion: “It’s the gift that does (and says) it all.” It was released back in October, and this makes it seem like a more reasonable gift candidate if your loved one is not afraid of those phone bills that come with it.

Finally, Apple promotes the iPod touch, but there’s plenty of accessories as well, so just hit the source link below to take a look at the gift guide yourselves. Have you already started thinking about Valentine’s day gifts and would they be gadgets? Share your ideas about the best Valentine’s day gift below.