thePULSEBy Erin Hansen
Third Rail
Now for the iPhone 4 and 4S (and subsequent phones by simply swapping out the Smart Case), the Third Rail System is a game-changer for mobile power solutions. The Third Rail System is the world’s thinnest battery-enabled protective case that allows you to add extra power when you need it, and remove it when you don’t.
Initially for the iPhone 4, and compatible with both GSM and CDMA models, the Third Rail System is comprised of a protective case (Slim Case) and a universal, removable battery (Smart Battery). The super lightweight Smart Battery slides on to the Slim Case when power is needed, and can also serve as a stand-alone universal charger for other devices (via micro USB).
Functioning as a protective case, a power case, a portable external charger and a power hub for charging multiple devices at one time, this universal power system replaces all existing charging accessories. Just one quick note, as thin as it in, the Third Rail does add a tiny bit of bulk to your phone.
Iphone Eyescope
Taking pictures with your iPhone is a convenient and user-friendly process, but thanks to the iPhone Eyescope, it no longer requires sacrificing so much of what can make photography both fun and professional.
By placing the iPhone Eyescope case over your Apple phone and then screwing its long lens into place, users of this handy tool can harness the power of a 30 x 70 mm camera lens that has 8x more magnification than the iPhone 3G (or 3GS) can manage.
Skinit
The customization possibilities are endless with the vinyl, removable electronic device skins from www.Skinit.com.
Use the Customizer tool to make a skin with any image you have. It allows you to upload personal photos, messages and designs to decorate and customize all your devices – simply choose the device, upload a design, layout the image and preview your work of art.
If you’d rather choose from an existing design, Skinit.com also has one of the largest license and design libraries, including NFL™, NBA™, NHL™, MLB™, college sports, military, DC Comics™, Harry Potter™, Kick-Ass™ and many more.
Zooka Wireless Speaker Bar
The Zooka Wireless Speaker Bar is a sleek and simple audio attachment for Apple products including the iPad and iPhone. It takes on a basic tubular shape in order to blend in with the existing tablet and smartphone designs as seamlessly as possible. Essentially, it slips on the top of the device to amplify sounds.
Designed by Patrick Triato and NEW, the Zooka Wireless Speaker Bar is conveniently portable and doubles as a useful grip for Apple devices. Available in an array of different colors, it sports a rechargeable battery, speakers on either end and a protective silicone exterior. Connecting to iPads and iPhones via bluetooth technology, the Zooka Wireless Speaker Bar provides five times the sound.
Roccat
Roccat has designed a keyboard that has a dock for a smartphone so that you can use your phone as an extra control panel while gaming. This takes PC gaming to a whole new level, which may lead to more people spending countless hours in front of their screen.
To interact with this technology, first you have to download the ‘Power-Grid’ application to your phone. Once it’s downloaded, you can experiment with the different settings. There are options that allow the phone to control the volume of the game, see who is sending messages and even order a pizza so you doesn’t have to get up. There’s also a customizable tab in which users can put their hotkeys. It’s basically like having a mini-super computer on one’s keyboard.
