accessories

As cold weather approaches in some parts of the world, we are reminded once again of the endless frustration of how useless our gloves are on the iPhone's capitative touch screen. You could go the stylus route, but if a stylus isn't what you're looking for, you might consider a set of technology-friendly gloves like the new Etre Touchy gloves.

Texas Instruments has announced the release of their DLP Pico projector. The device, described as the "world's smallest / lightest" projector, will go on sale in Japan on December 1st in Apple Stores for use with the iPhone and iPod for around ¥50,000 ($511). It comes with a dock connector, and offers 2 hours of battery life, an integrated 0.5 watt speaker, and is lit by a white LED that can project a 60-inch 480x320 pixel image up to 8.5 feet away. Video after the break.

Here's an iPhone accessory for the true narcissist. It's a personalized bobblehead iPhone holder. Just send them three photographs of the person's face from different angles and chose the color of the hair, eyes and skin. The service costs $89; you can add a painted name for $5 and a voice recorder for $15. You can get one at Custom Bobble.com.
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We've already heard why the iPhone's camera is pretty darn great for what it is, but that's not to say it couldn't still do with some help. Since it lacks the ability to focus, taking pictures of things that are too close up can be difficult. To fill the void left by the camera's shortcomings, Griffin has released their own solution in the iClarifi case.

When the iPhone was first announced, one of the main concerns was over the virtual keyboard. However, after having a chance to use it, it was discovered to be useful and intuitive. Of course, with anything in the tech world, there are always some complainers. One user decided to take matters into his own hands and hack his iPhone to work with an external keyboard. The keyboard attaches via the iPhone's dock connector and works just as well as any other keyboard.

Check out the video after the break!

Those of you who play a lot of iPhone games might be interested in the new product Marware announced last week built for playing games on the iPhone 3G and iPod touch 2G. It's called the Game Grip for iPhone 3G and iPod touch 2G, and it sports two silicone-covered handles to provide a more ergonomic gaming experience.

Speck today has introduced their brand new case, dubbed "Fitted." The new case is marketed as a fashion statement more than just another iPhone case, and it has the looks to prove it. Fitted will initially be available in tan houndstooth
check, black-and-white plaid, and black herringbone with pinstripes with more fabrics coming each season.

Those of you looking for a battery extension pack for your iPhone 3G that doesn't add a bunch of extra length will be happy to know that Mophie has opened pre-ordering for their Mophie Juice Pack for the iPhone 3G. We loved their first model for the original iPhone, so we're happy to see it finally available for the 3G. You can grab one at Mophie.com for $99.95 US. Orders ship October 30th.
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The OLO Computer company has updated their website with what appears to be a new idea for an iPhone accessory that uses the iPhone as the processing device. The image shows the laptop with the iPhone embedded where the trackpad is usually located, and running what looks like a version of Mac OS X Leopard, with a caption that reads "Sorry, but your PC is out"

If you often travel abroad, then you might appreciate this little gadget that Kensington just announced. It's a replacement for that little wall charger unit that Apple includes with every iPhone, but if you travel to another country with different power outlets then it can be a hassle. That's where their International Travel Charger for iPod and iPhone comes in.