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Evernote: Remember Everything on Your Mac

// December 29th, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, iPhone, Software

One of my favorite applications for organization on my computers and iPhone is a great little app called Evernote. I originally had checked it out when Jott got rid of their free accounts. I use it mainly as multimedia to-do lists: one for work, one for home, and another for freelance jobs, when applicable. Now, I can’t imagine going back. The article below gives you some insight on even more ways to utilize it.

Evernote: Remember Everything on Your Mac

WOWKeys Integrates Keyboard and iPhone Dock

// November 12th, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, iPhone, Tech

I meant to post this yesterday. It’s a pretty cool idea, docking your iPhone into a keyboard. It’s the type of thing though I’d want to work on before buying it, to see if it works as promised, especially with its $100. I feel like I’ve posted this recently regarding other Apple accessories, but would love to try out a review unit, if the producers are listening.

WOWKeys Integrates Keyboard and iPhone Dock

Griffin AirCurve Evolved

// November 5th, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, iPhone, Tech

While I’ve never had the chance to hear just how good it sounds, or how well it amplifies, it seems Griffin Technology has updated their powerless iPhone amplifier — now called the AirCurve Play, to work with the fourth generation iPhone. The new product has a product detail page now on Griffin’s site, complete with a price tag just under 20 bucks. Might be worth checking out for those times when you want a portable speaker and don’t have access to a power source (AC or battery).

You asked for it! AirCurve has evolved!

iPhone 4 Case Review: Unique Finish, Colors Make Griffin Outfit Ice Nice

// October 29th, 2010 // No Comments » // iPhone, Misc Reviews, Reviews

When the iPhone 4 came out, cases that both fit it and were also attractive, were few and far between. Fast forward a few months later, and there are quite a few, though a lot are your basic glossy or matte black.

Enter the Griffin Technology iPhone Outfit Ice line of snap-on cases. The Outfit Ice comes in multiple colors, which includes a jet black, but also red, blue and pink. My review unit was the red, or “true red,” as Griffin labels it.

The company describes the Outfit Ice as, “a hard-shell polycarbonate case with soft micro-textured finish.” The finish is what stands out as a different to me. It’s a satin-like finish, that is really smooth, but not to the point that it’s slippery or clumsy in your hand. Sadly, this unique finish is also the only complaint I have with the case. The satin-like finish shows off fingerprints and the oils of your skin even worse than the glass of the iPhone itself. Unfortunately, I found it more difficult and time-consuming to keep it clean than the phone.

After a few weeks of use, the oils and fingerprints didn’t affect the case as much it did initially. Partially, the change was that its sheen was became slightly “worn in” as it spent time in my pocket, and against my ear. Overall, I like the case and appreciate its unique color and finish, without being overdone.

For full disclosure, Griffin Technology provided this case for review, and I will honestly continue to use it in rotation with two other cases I purchased.

Editing Tips and Tricks for Apple's Mobile iMovie App

// October 19th, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, iPhone

The iPhone 4 does a great job of recording quality video. When Apple released the mobile version of iMovie, it allowed iPhone 4 users to edit, polish and publish all without using a computer. But even someone who is fairly seasoned with the desktop versions of iMovie, it’s a little daunting trying to unlock all the potential of the mobile’s interface and its capabilities. While the iOS4 and OS X apps share a lot, they’re different in a lot of ways as well.

MacWorld has published a great article detailing how to make the most out of all of the mobile application. Just skimming through it, I already learned several new things about iMovie for iOS.

Editing Tips and Tricks for Apple’s Mobile iMovie App

iPhone Case with Flip-Out Keyboard

// September 24th, 2010 // 1 Comment » // Apple, iPhone, Tech

This seems pretty cool for all of those out there that love the interface and apps of the iPhone, but still want the tactile feel of a physical keyboard. As the post title infers, the keyboard is built into the case, and is bluetooth, so there’s no extra wires or bulk there. ThinkGeek is coming out with a iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 version of this case, both estimated to ship late November.

It’d be cool if ThinkGeek would send me a review unit of this to try out and review.

iPhone Case with Flip-Out Keyboard

Finding Cases for the iPhone 4

// August 26th, 2010 // 2 Comments » // Apple, iPhone

With the free case program for the iPhone 4 taking weeks (or months depending on the case you select), there have to be other options, right? The local Apple Stores have nothing for the iPhone 4 in terms of cases. AT&T is not much better. Thankfull, there’s the Internet. Gizmodo did a nice write up some sub $5 cases that fit the bill of being light, protective and affordable.

I particularly like the Monoprice TPU Case options, available in a variety of colors. Though, at $3.76, the Meritline case seems like a real bargain (and order is already placed!).

Sub-$5 iPhone Cases That Will Get the Job Done

Darth Vader Calls About His iPhone 4

// July 23rd, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, Funny Stuff, iPhone, Video

iPhone4 VS. HTC Evo

// June 30th, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, iPhone, Tech

hehe I love it. “I want the one with the bigger GBs.”

How the Next iPhone Will Improve Your Productivity

// May 22nd, 2010 // No Comments » // Apple, iPhone

I’m not sure how much these will actually boost my productivity, but I am really going to utilize the crap out of the app folders and multitasking. The calendar API sounds pretty cool, but hasn’t gotten much press — then again it may be a little a little too technical to get a lot of writeups.

How the Next iPhone Will Improve Your Productivity