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Tons of iPod Accessories, So Little Time
The amount of iPod gear I get to review here at PowerBook Central would literally blow your mind. And
we don't even have the word 'iPod' in our name! Don't get me wrong - the iPod ecosystem is a wonderful thing,
providing designers, PR folks, and writers with ample opportunity to strut their stuff. So in the interest of getting the
word out about the good and bad points of some of the gear I've been testing out over the past few months, here's a handful of
quick reviews of goodies for your Pod.
Pacific Design iPod nano Flip Case
Pros: Simple but Hip Design, Good iPod Protection, Beautiful Color Schemes
Cons: Belt Loop's Velco/Snap Closure is Unwieldly, Case Material is Vinyl not Leather
In Sum: High Style Protection for a High Style iPod
Pricing: $29.99 (list)
More Info: Product Page
Pacific Design "American Idiot" Flip Case for iPod 4G
 
Pros: If the Style Appeals to you it will Really Appeal to You, Good iPod Protection
Cons: Case Material is Vinyl not Leather, Only Available for iPod 4G
In Sum: iPod-Owning Green Day Fans Rejoice!
Pricing: $29.99 (list)
More Info: Product Page
Nyko Universal Car Mount for iPod
Pros: Clever Design Accomodates Most iPods, Mounts on Dashboard or A/C Vents
Cons: Poor Build Quality, Bottom Cradle too Narrow for iPod inside Case
In Sum: Great idea, but mine broke (A/C vent clip fell off) on the first use
Pricing: $19.99 (list)
More Info: Product Page
Smoke Starter Kit for iPod nano
Pros: Includes enough cables to connect any iPod to a home or car stereo.
Cons: AC Adaptor requires iPod cable, Sleeve only fits nano.
In Sum: Decent quality, inexpensive collection of cables, plugs, and adaptors.
Pricing: $29.99 (list)
More Info: Product Page
Edge Dock & Multi-Flash Card Reader for iPod
Pros: Space saving design, audio/video out jacks.
Cons: iPod sync and flash card reader require separate USB cables.
In Sum: If they'd combined this functionality into a single USB connection it'd be killer. They didn't.
Pricing: $45.95
More Info: Product Page
SendStation smartCharge iPod Car Charger
Pros: Functional and stylish design, built-in audio out jack, works with all iPods.
Cons: A little pricey, non-shuffle iPods require iPod USB cable for charging.
In Sum: Smart, stylish, functional way to use your iPod in the car.
Pricing: $29.99
More Info: Product Page
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Noah Kravitz is
the Reviews Editor for PowerBook Central. A writer, educator, and musician, he lives in Oakland, CA and is the
author of Teaching and
Learning with Technology.
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