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Multifunction Devices and Teens

Multitasking is a huge concept for devices today. The idea of a single use, single feature device is becoming increasingly rare. Today, the lines are really blurring in technology – between mobile and desktop devices, between phones and media players, between TVs and computers. Even alarm clocks have WiFi built in. And especially among teenagers, …

Magellan’s waterproof Toughcase wraps GPS module, extended battery around your iPhone

There are iPhone cases, and then there’s Magellan’s waterproof Toughcase. Priced at $199.99, it’s actually just as expensive as a new iPhone 4 on contract, and double the price of an iPhone 3GS (which it actually houses). So, what does two Benjamins get you? Most would argue “not nearly enough,” but argonauts may beg to …

Pioneer lowers prices on Elite A/V receivers again, the well-heeled respond with derision

Pioneer is introducing a new batch of Elite A/V receivers aimed at making the line more affordable (if less, well, elite). The VSX-30 and VSX-31 feature iPhone and iPod control via Pioneer’s iControl AV app, HDMI 1.4a with 3D support, THX Select2 Plus audio, and an Ethernet port for accessing Sirius XM, Rhapsody, and files …

Mophie introduces external juice pack batteries for iPhone, iPod, and iPad

Mophie’s juice pack air external case added some much-needed longevity to our iPhone when we tried it out last year, but most of us on staff aren’t particularly fond of making our gadgets even more chubby. If you are also not looking for a little more to love, mophie is introducing a line of external …

Droid made to work with iPod docks using unholy homemade adapter

What, our ultra-special Droid dock’s not enough for you? There’s now another way to avoid buying Motorola’s official accessories, though this one’s a bit more blasphemous. Thijs Bosschert over in the Netherlands has put together a fully fledged adapter for his Milestone (aka Droid European Edition), which allows it to interface with docks designed for …

ITC Moves Forward in Investigating HTC’s Patent Claims Against Apple

In the tough world that is the mobile industry, suing companies is something that many might consider normal. It happens often enough. While Apple may have started this particular battle, HTC definitely didn’t want to take it lying down. They, of course, went ahead and sued Apple right back, citing patent infringements of their own. …

Konnet Technology ReflexDock Pro Available Now for $49.99

If you own an iPod or iPhone, or any Apple mobile device, then you’re probably well aware that there’s a plethora of accessories out there for your mobile gadgets. On Wednesday, Konnet Technology officially announced their latest mobile accessory, specifically designed for the iPod Touch and iPhone. But, what about the iPhone 4? Sure enough, …