Accessories

Once you’ve spent hundreds of dollars on an iPad, the last thing you want to do is spend another hundred on a case for it. Plus, there are lots of different models of iPad, and while the iPad Pro has garnered a lot of attention, most of us still use either an original iPad, iPad Air, or iPad Mini. So let’s take a look at some beautiful and functional iPad cases that come in sizes for most (if not all) models of iPad and stay under a solid $50 budget.

There are plenty of people using iPhones that are multiple generations old. One reason is price; another reason is the device still works great, and unlike Android, you get all the latest software updates regardless. With that in mind, I wrote this post to include iPhone cases which would suit an iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, and iPhone SE (sorry iPhone 4). Websites such as Etsy and Caseify do a great job of carrying the same patterns and designs in various iPhone models. So, whether you have an iPhone 5 or an iPhone 6s, here’s six glorious iPhone cases for any model of iPhone.

Every year, iPhone Life team members visit CES in Las Vegas to see the latest and greatest in consumer electronics. And each year, we give awards to the companies whose products amaze us, peak our interest, and generally improve life with technology. One of our 2016 awards went to MESH Tags ($49.99) by Sony. What you can do with MESH tags is too limiting a question; it would be easier to ask what can’t you do. The possibilities are truly endless, but let’s take a look at the seven different tags available and how you might benefit from each.

Apple spent a short amount of time during its March 21 announcement to discuss the Apple Watch. While nothing is changing within the internals of the watch, the company introduced new bands. Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that one in three users like to change watch bands. I myself have three bands, but I tend to stick with the Milanese Loop. Speaking of the Milanese Loop (after all, the event was introduced with the tagline "Let us loop you in") Apple now offers a Space Black version. The Milanese Loop has always been my favorite, because it is infinitely adjustable, as your wrist expands and contracts throughout the day, due to temperature, pressure, activity, etc. It is nice to see a black option, although I was surprised Apple didn't also add gold and rose gold. I've written about third parties who offer knockoffs in such colors, at much more affordable prices.

After visiting E3 and PAX in 2015, I have received a few headsets to look at. These gaming headsets work on PCs as well as mobile devices. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to using them on an iOS device.

Unless you’ve been meditating in a cave, you’re likely aware that fitness trackers and wearables are taking the tech world by storm. From Fitbit to Apple Watch and beyond, from wristbands to sport bras - everything can be ‘smart’ these days. Yet, Jabra has its own solution with the Sport Pulse ($199.99) wireless Bluetooth earbuds that can track your heartbeat. That means no guessing whether or not you’re in your heart rate range for an optimal workout. Needless to say, I was excited to give them a try.

People always ask me what is the best gift for the person who has everything, and I always reply, "Something to carry it in!" And if that person cares at all about fashion, they will appreciate the Helios Lite Backpack ($119.95) from Moshi. The folks at Moshi always deliver stylish, well-designed, well-built products, and as one of the best tech backpacks out there, the Helios is no exception. It's a backpack that doesn't make you look like an extra in Revenge of the Nerds. You could be right at home in the boardroom, the courtroom, or the computer room.