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Episode 77 we review the NanoMonster iPod case in this video episode. This case fits into the novelty/kids area of the market. They are cool little character style cases that feature a clip that allows you to connect them to backpacks, belts or keychains. Currently available for the iPod nano there are eight different characters available. They hold the Nano well and offer pretty good protection. The iPod slides in from the top and has opening on the bottom for headphones. I like the set yourself apart style of these cases and my kids absolutely love them. I think that the love children had for these speaks for itself. They even played with them without an iPod.  I believe there will be an iPod video version of these cases coming soon also.

Manufacturer:  NanoMonsters

Price: $19.99

Video Details: 2:01 min’s and 5.8mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 77

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods and Most portable speakers

Episode 76 we review the Nano leather flipcase from RhinoSkin in this video episode. There are four colors available for this case. (Black, Tan, White & Pink) I think the case design is just average and has been done by many vendors. Rhinoskin does use a nice quality of leather to build these cases, which produces a case that looks and feels good. The front cover opens by flipping it open and locks into place with a magnetic closure. There is a card slot inside the case to allow your to carry cards or other thin items. Item is available in one size, that accomodates all of the Nano players.

• Premium sheepskin leather case with integrated durable shield in cover and back provides more protection than other cases
• Custom design provides easy access to all device buttons while inside the case
• Three ID/Credit card pockets inside flipcover
• Leather lanyard included
• Removable post and belt clip system included
• Free StuffBak Loss Protection Service label included with all web orders

Manufacturer: RhinoSkin

Price: $29.99

Video Details: 2:04 min’s and 9.1mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 76

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods and Most portable speakers

Episode 73 we review the AluminumV2 iPod video case from PodsPlus in this video episode. The case is made from aluminum not unlike several other cases on the market, this case is seperated by one additional featrue. The clickwheel is protected by a silicone cover that is built into the case, this allows for additional protection without loose usability. Available color choices are black metal with 4 color choices on the wheel cover or a silver case with black wheel cover.  A built in durable clear screen protector is there to keep you from damaging the iPod’s display. Overall the case is very tought and with added protection I would place this one infront of the other metal cases on the market. Other accessories included are the removable belt clip and lanyard cable.

Manufacturer: PodsPlus

Price: $29.99

Video Details:  2:01 min’s and 11.7mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 73

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods and Most portable speakers

Episode 72 we review the Trail Vue iPod video case from Marware in this video episode. The Trail Vue case offers a durable and urban style case with a inter-changable bungee system that allows you to customize the look of the case. The bungees offer 5 color choices and are easy to switch out. The case offers good protection and is a flip front style of the case. There is screen protection via the built in plastic covering. With the cut outs for headphones and docking port you can use the iPod with much need for removing it from the case.

Designed to complement you iPod, the Trail Vue offers rugged, yet stylish protection for your investment. Expandable to accomodate all iPod video models, each case includes easy access to the earphone jack and a durable Velcro® closure strap. Interchangeable bungee cords in five mood-matching colors serve as a convenient headphone storage. The included removable belt clip provides security and easy access throughout your iPod day. Fits 30GB , 60GB , and 80GB iPod with video.

Manufacturer: Marware

Price: $34.95

Video Details:  2:07 min’s and 12.3mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 72

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods and Most portable speakers

Episode 56 we review the Vaja iPod Video SP leather case. The Vaja SP case is a sporty looking case, kind of looks like a racing stripe.  Most people know that Vaja makes an awesome case bar none. One cool thing is that Vaja is coming up with some new designs to freshen up there quality cases. They have released this SP case, a world cup case, a rasta case and one that features crystals. The case is a sleeve style case in the i-Volution series that has been around for a while now. The iPod slides into the case from the top and allow open access to the hold switch and headphone port. The iPod is a bit tough to remove from the case. The screen and clickwheel are both protected by thin film covers. The clickwheel is still usable and does not alter the look. Vaja offers there cases without a belt clip or with a couple of clipping options. (plastic or metal clips) There are about 1000 color combinations for this case that you may choose from. You can easily select something to match your favorite team, car or outfit.  The bottom of the case has an opening for the docking connector. The opening is large enough for most cable to connect through, but most bottom mount accessories would not work with the case on.

Manufacturer: Vaja Cases

Price: $90.00+ (Depending on options selected)

Video Details: 2:41 min’s and 15.5mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 56

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod video (5G)

Episode 66 we review the iPod Nano Case from Rhino Skin in this video segment. Rhino skin’s hard case for the iPod Nano is a good looking mixture of metal and plastic. The front of the case is made from clear hard plastic. The screen is protected by the plastic front; there is an opening for the click wheel. This makes the click wheel easy to access and use, but also leaves it exposed to the elements. The back of the case is made from a very tough aluminum. It’s one of the tougher metal cases that I have used. A plastic removable belt clip is included with the case. The clip attaches to the case with a screw in post that is removable for a flat surface. For those of you lanyard users the case also includes a nice looking lanyard that connects to the back of the case just above the belt clip. Something that I like about this case was the way the iPod fits into the case; it is designed as a sleeve style case. This means the case does not open up and the iPod slides into the case from the top. With this design you get a very nice fit and no worries about the case flopping open if you are a careless user. Two small rubber pads on the sides of the case provide a non-slip gripping surface.

Manufacturer: RhinoSkin

Price: $29.95

Video Details:  2:00min’s and 11.5mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 66

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod nano

Episode 60 we review the Speck Skin tight deluxe iPod Nano case.  The Skin tight deluxe case line is a ruggedized polymer material case. The polmer looks and acts like a tough version of most silicone style cases. The case offers protection for the iPod screen with a clear hard plastic cover that can easily be removed. The screen protector has a soft cushion on the bottom that keeps the protector from rubbing directly on the iPod’s screen. There is a holster style belt clip included with these cases. The clips are color matched to the case and offer 360 degrees of rotation. The clip will lock into many different positions to allow users to wear their iPod horizontal or verticaly.

The bottom of the case is open that allows for connection of cables and this is how the nano is slide into the case. The top of the case allows easy access to the hold switch.

Skin tight deluxe cases are available in 2 colors (Black and Clear). Case offers one size that fits all iPod nano units.

Manufacturer: Speck Products

Price: $24.95 each or $34.95 for a 2 Pack

Video Details: 2:25 min’s and 13.9mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 60

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod Nano - all sizes (1, 2 & 4GB)

Episode 71 we review the Marware SideWinder iPod video case in this video episode.  Overall case design is on the talk side of things. The case is a little bulky but not too big. If you are looking for a really tough case and don’t like the armor cases. This will be a good option for you. The case is made from durable plastic and includes screen protection, belt clip, desk stand and heaphone cord winder. The case also stands up nice on your desk to watch video with the built in leg. The sidewinder feature of the case has a slide out drawer that allows you to wrap cables around to cut down on the mess cable cause. I like the fresh design of this case compared to the typical aluminum ones for this market segment.

Manufacturer: Marware

Price: $29.95

Video Details:  3:08 min’s and 18.4mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 71

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod w/Video (5G)

Episode 70 we review the Rhinoskin leather iPod video case in this video episode. There are two colors available for this case. (Black & Pink) I think the case design is just average and has been done by many vendors. Rhinoskin does use a nice quality of leather to build these cases, which produces a case that looks and feels good. The front cover opens by flipping it open and locks into place with a magnetic closure. There are a couple of card slots inside the case to allow your to carry cards or other thin items. Item is available in two sizes, one that accomodates the 30gb and one for 60/80Gb iPod Video players.

• Premium sheepskin leather case with integrated durable shield in cover and back provides more protection than other cases
• Custom design provides easy access to all device buttons while inside the case
• Three ID/Credit card pockets inside flipcover
• Leather lanyard included
• Removable post and belt clip system included
• Free StuffBak Loss Protection Service label included with all web orders

Manufacturer: Rhino Skin

Price: $34.95

Video Details:  2:07 min’s and 12.3mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 70

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods and Most portable speakers

Episode 68 we review the Waterfield Speaker case in this video segment. This case was designed to fit speakers from several vendors. It offers several compartments with seperate holders to keep cables, charger, earbuds and your iPod safe and organized. The inside of the case is made from very soft padded material and feels almost like your favorite pair of pajamas. The compartments keep the items seperate and tangle free. This case worked great for keeping all of my accessories and cables in once place while traveling and even when storing at home.

The iPod Speaker Case is a slender, durable case that lets you store in one place your iPod, speakers and related accessories. One side has padded compartments for your iPod gear, plus the power adaptor. The other side snugly stores the speakers. Front pockets hold the cables and extra batteries. Made of ballistic nylon, neoprene and closed cell foam padding with self-locking zippers.

Speaker Compartment. 9.3″ x 6.0″ x 1.5″
Fits Creative Labs TravelSound, Harman JBL On Tour, Altec Lansing iM3, Altec Lansing iMmini, Altec Lansing inMotion, Logic3 iStation, PowerTraveller TS-3000 Travel Speakers

Manufacturer: Waterfield

Price: $49

Video Details:  1:55 min’s and 11.2mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 68

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods and Most portable speakers