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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

Episode 62 we review the Safety flasher for iPods from Lumi Ventures. The Lumi flasher is a  flashlight and safety flasher built  for use with most iPod models. The flasher connects to the docking connector of the iPod. The light uses battery power from the iPod and does not require seperate batteries. This light offers 6 flashing modes and a flashlight mode. The LED lights are bright and I was suprised by the amount of light that was put out. There are both red and clear LED’s in the device and when blinking you  will be seen out on the road. I used my in combination with an iPod armband for safety while biking and running.  The Lumi is available in two colors (white or black).

Manufacturer: Lumi Ventures

Price: $29.95

Video Details:  1:53min’s and 10.8mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 62

Review Rating:  4 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  3G, 4g, Photo/color, Nano, Mini and Video 5G ipods

Episode 69 we review the Waterfield iPod Gear Pouch in this video segment. This case was designed to fit all iPods and additional accessories. 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.

No more scrambling around to find all your iPod gear. An assortment of padded compartments keeps your iPod – no matter what size or style –and iPod accessories secure and tangle free. These Gear Pouches lie flat when full, and can easily be stowed in a backpack, bag, or briefcase. Made of ballistic nylon with soft interior lining and self-locking zippers. Two sizes lets you creatively pack your gear.

Small iPod Gear Pouch - Fits all size iPods, earbuds, Firewire/USB cable, and power supply or arm band. 7.75″ x 3.75″ x 1.2″, 2oz.

Large iPod Gear Pouch - Fits the same accessories as the Small, plus enough room for other accessories, like a car stereo adapter, FM transmitter, extra battery, etc. 10″ x 5.3″ x 1.0”, 3oz.

Manufacturer: Waterfield

Price: $29 small & $35 large

Video Details:  2:07 min’s and 12.3mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 69

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  All iPods

Episode 67 we review the new games for Apple iPod w/video in this video segment. I downloaded a couple of the new games relased for iPods. There are several popular titles available with more sure to be coming soon. There is also talk about a software development kit that might be coming to allow others to create games for iPods. I thought both games looked great and were a little harder to get the controls mastered at first. But once you get the hang of it they are sure to provide hours of fun.

Manufacturer: Apple

Price: $4.95

Video Details:  3:06min’s and 18.2mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 67

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod w/Video (5G)

Episode 57 we review the Pacific Design iPod video case. These cases are fun leather like cases designed for users that like colors. Available is 5 two tone color combinations. ( Black, Blue, Red, Pink and Brown) The cases are made from soft polyurethane that looks and feels like real leather. The case is a flip front style case that uses a magnetic closure. I like this case because they were pretty thin for this type of case, some leather cases can add bulk to the iPod when using. There is a belt clip on the case that snaps into place and is made from the same material. The clip design was different because they did not use the typical bulky plastic clip that many other cases use. Pacific Design creates cases for other iPod models, laptops, PSP and PDA’s.

Manufacturer: Pacific Design

Price: $24.99

Video Details: 1:56 min’s and 11.1mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 57

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod video (5G)

Episode 63 we review the Sportsuit Safari case for iPod nano. The safari case is made by Marware and is available in seven different animal prints.( Tiger, Pink flamingo, Polar bear, Leopard, Panther, Giraffe, Zebra and Tiger) Safari cases first become available from Marware when the iPod mini was released. It was updated to work with the iPod nano and is a sleeve style case. The Nano slides in the case from the top and a velcro strap holds the iPod in the case. You can access the headphone port while in the case but all other areas are covered by the case. A lanyard and carabiner are included with these cases that allow you to secure the case to items.  You can also us the belt loop on the back of the case for attaching to your belt or even an armband. The outside and inside of the case are soft, with the outside being fuzzy to emulate animal fur.

Manufacturer: Marware

Price: $19.95

Video Details:  1:28min’s and 8.3mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 63

Review Rating:  3 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod nano only

Episode 65 we review the iPod Nano silicone case from iFrogz. There are endless silicone iPod cases available on the market currently. Most of the companies keep turning out basic cases focused on the cheap side of the market. iFrogz has created a line of cases that offers a large selction of color choices matched with awesome customization at an affordable price point. This case offers screen and clickwheel protection.

The main selling feature on the iFrogz cases is the endless customization that you can do. You are able to select the color of the case, a different selction for the ruberband that wraps the case. You also have choices of what you want the wheel protection sticker to be.

The overall design of the case was very impressive. I loved the raised contours of the case designed with tastefully displayed iFrogz logos on the case. The bandz is a rubberband like strap that wraps around the case to offer protection for the docking port and hold switch. The Bandz can be used to create cool color combinations.

Manufacturer: iFrogz

Price: $29

Video Details:  2:26min’s and 14mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 65

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  iPod nano

Episode 55 we review the iJet Wireless RF remote control.  To start with a statement to sum up this product, it’s by far the best remote control for iPods that I have ever used. The range for the remote is said to be 150 feet and from my testing it does come very close to this range. The iJet uses RF technology which is radio frequeny versus other remotes that use infra-red light technology. The infra-red remotes require line of sight and have a much shorter range. The RF signals will penetrate through most home walls to enable you to use the remote in the kitchen while your iPod might be in the bedroom. The remote is available in a white or black version to match current iPods.  I love the fact the the received part that connects to the iPod has a docking port pass-thru connector. This feature allows me to use the remote and a car charger at the same time, or a FM transmitter. The remote is water resistant and has a ring to attach to your key chain if you wish. This version of the iJet is designed to work with the full size iPods, but will also work with the Nano and iPod mini.

Manufacturer: ABTech

Price: $39.95

Video Details: 2:19 min’s and 13.2mb

Video Format: Mpeg 4 formated for iPod Video

Video Download Link: Episode 55

Review Rating:  5 out of 5 Stars

Compatible With:  3g, 4g, Photo/Color, 5g Video iPods (nano & mini also work)