By Todd Bernhard
There are multi-port USB chargers and there are portable battery chargers. The folks at TYLT have combined the two types of chargers with a clever product called the ENERGI Charging Station ($79.99). TYLT showed the charger at CES 2016 and I had the opportunity to try it for myself.
By Todd Bernhard
One of the best use cases of the "Internet of Things" is the ability to track your valuables. Thanks to low-power Bluetooth, you can have a Bluetooth tracking tag attached to your purse, briefcase, wallet, etc., and not worry about changing batteries every month. The Chipolo ($29.95) goes even further. The included coin-size battery lasts for six months, and to be safe, the company includes a second battery, for a total of one year of use. This is a nice touch, because such batteries aren't as easy to find as AA and AAA batteries.
By Conner Carey
Summer is just around the corner, and that means road trips, bbqs, camping, and more. Of course, you’re going to want to have a Bluetooth portable speaker for your fun in the sun, and there are a lot of options of the market. Ideally, you want a portable speaker that can handle a bit of water and dirt as you trek wherever adventure takes you. So let’s focus on lightweight and lifeproof speakers; here’s five fantastic Bluetooth portable speakers for your Summer adventures.
By Conner Carey
Apple and high-fashion brand Hermes have had a partnership for awhile now. At first the special edition Hermes watch was available in select stores and was eventually sold online. Now you’ll be able to buy just the Hermes watch bands to accompany your significantly less expensive Apple Watch. The bands will be available in single tour, double tour, and cuff with new colors debuting too. But you’ll still have to pay a pretty penny to get one.
By Conner Carey
Etsy is an amazing online marketplace for finding a variety of products from small stores or individual businesses. You’ll find items there that you can’t get anywhere else, and I often find fantastic gear for less than I might have gotten for a similar item somewhere else. Discovering iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch gear on Etsy is no different, and I highly recommend browsing the plethora of options available.
By Becca Ludlum
When it comes to tech products people usually just go with the flow when it comes to style and design. They like their iPhones and iPads to look good, but the accessories usually just serve a purpose. If you are looking for the best external batteries to charge your iPhone on the go, you may not pay much attention to design. But Moshi wants you to love the way your accessories look just as much as you love the design of your iDevices. This design dedication is noticeable with the Moshi IonBanks.
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Thanks to everyone who entered the April 4 iPhone Life Biweekly Giveaway! Every other week we give away amazing prizes, so if you didn't win this time, make sure you enter the April 18 giveaway and tell your friends to enter too!
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By Todd Bernhard
If you have an iPad Pro, you probably also bought the $99 Apple Pencil, because the iPad Pro really only shines with a Pencil. The problem is that Apple doesn't make it very convenient to store that Pencil when not in use. That's where the Magic Pencil Holder comes in. It attaches to your iPad magnetically, so you don't leave any residue on your expensive new tablet, and when you don't want it, you can tuck it away. At the $39 pre-order price, it's quite attractive especially compared to the $79 MSRP.
By Conner Carey
Summertime is just around the corner. That means it’s time to prepare for pool parties, camping and kayaking, or playing on the beach. Wherever you go, having a portable Bluetooth speaker is a must for anyone who wants to enjoy their music too. Inateck sent me its Mercury Box ($39.99) shower Bluetooth speaker to try out. The two most important features for me were portability and water resistance. So I put the Mercury Box to the test.
By Todd Bernhard
Sure, the iPhone is thin and light but don't you wish it was completely weightless? The geniuses at Twelve South thought so, and today, April 1, they introduced the HoverDock.
By Becca Ludlum
Moshi products have long been the ideal option for those looking for style and functionality. Many of the company's products, such as its IonBanks, look great and keep your devices powered as well as showcase Moshi's level of dedication. Moshi has a large product line available now, but that doesn’t mean Moshi is clocking out for the day. Instead, it continues to work on bringing products to market that help make your devices seamless additions into your style and everyday life. Moshi has tackled the need for power, the need to safely use devices, dock them, and keep them safe. With its newest products, Moshi aims to help you bring your devices with you everywhere you need to bring them.
By Becca Ludlum
Last year, Moshi upped their game with the launch of the Spatia Sound System. This year, it takes flight.
By Conner Carey
Leading up to Apple’s Spring Event, the rumor mill was positive Apple would debut new watch bands in different colors and materials. And it did, but I don’t think Nylon was what we had in mind. I expect Apple to be innovative; I want to be wowed. But that is Apple's own doing after years of marketing slogans like, “Think Different” and “The only thing that’s changed is everything.” So when I received an email about Ottm’s Hardwood Apple Watch Bands, my first thought was, “Why didn’t Apple think of this?”
By Conner Carey
When you buy your iPhone, or other iDevice, a charging cord is included. However, it doesn’t take long before that cord begins to show some wear and tear. When it stops working altogether, you want to replace it with a cord that will last forever. More and more companies are coming out with iPhone charging cords that are virtually indestructible. And while you may spend a little more now on a new cord, you’ll save yourself money, and a lot of headaches, later on. Here are the top charging cords for iPhone that are virtually indestructible.
By Conner Carey
It’s no secret I love a good Kickstarter or Indiegogo campaign. If you’re an avid reader of iPhone Life, you’ve likely seen my previous roundups of top tech projects you can fund via Kickstarter or Indiegogo. I truly feel that browsing tech on those websites gives you an inside look at where trends are leading and what people want to buy. Plus, even if a campaign has already been completely funded, there are perks you can claim when you pre-order or contribute that will allow you to be one of the first to get the product and at a huge discount.