Some of the most creative minds at the famous Apple iPhone and iPod accessories manufacturers have come up with an all new accessory that is not only extremely useful, but also packs killer looks. This all new gadget is called the iMM178 Vibe Plus, which is a Shake & Awake clock dock, and is an upgrade to the previous lines of this product. This all new product that boasts of a bed shaker essentially comprises of a speaker and volume controller that can placed under the pillow and at the designated the alarm is sufficient enough to wake up even the soundest of sleepers.

The all new iMM178 Vibe Plus alarm clock dock comes with a standard dock for users’ Apple iPhone and iPod and features an impressively large LCD display, along with FM Radio that features  programmable presets for up to ten radio stations. The dock is designed to play music from the Apple devices as well as provide charging to the batteries. The iMM178 Vibe Plus features in built speaker system, that is made of jAura acoustic speaker technology, providing astounding levels of depth and clarity.

This cool wake up alarm clock dock can be programmed with a 7 day, 5 day, 2 day alarm option and also the users can specify whether the alarm clock is to wake them up on weekends or not. The iLuv iMM178 Vibe Plus Shake & Awake clock dock is available via the company website and other retailers and carried a price tag of $89.99.

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After years of bitter rivalry since 1994 between Apple Computer Inc and Microsoft Corporation after copyright issue that was ruled in Microsoft’s favor, the two are still doing business together. Years later, Apple agrees to make Microsoft’s Internet Explorer the default browser for Mac book.  Microsoft even invested in $150 million on Apple ad agreed to make Office for Mac book.

Over the years, Apple and Microsoft still remain as enemies. However, both the companies have one common and a bigger enemy, Google. Let us see why.
Firstly, the CEO of Google, Eric Schmidt became one of the Board of Directors of Apple. His rich experience in the internet space and technology as a strategists and entrepreneur was an added advantage to Apple. Moreover, the two companies were in different domains. Google was more into search engine. Lately with the launch of Android, the open source mobile operating system, and with more phones using it, the fallout between the two began.
Secondly, tensions grew further as the CEO of Google Eric Schmidt resigned from the Broad of Directors of Apple. Apple even rejected Google Voice Application on iPhone.

Thirdly, as Google expanded its business and directly starting competing with Apple in many fields the matters have grown worse. Nexus One is the closest competitor of iPhone in the smart phone category. Google Chrome, Chrome OS and Google may even compete with Apple on the Apple Tablet domain as well.
Recent developments between the talks of Apple and Microsoft in business in that iPhone’s default browser could be Bing, the Microsoft’s search engine. This could be a big blow to Google. The war has begun.
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If you are as addicted to the iPhone as everyone else is, you might just want to get rid of all the other gadgets that you may be having. Someone realized that the iPhone could also be used as a Universal remote Control, but nobody had done anything about it till now.

The L5 Remote could just be what the doctor prescribed, and it does not even ruin your iPhone’s look and it would turn it into a universal remote. However, you would need to turn the iPhone upside down and also leave the screen switched on. The L5 IR Remote Dongle can be attached to the side of iPhone and then sued. It is awaiting approval at the App Store and when it goes on sale it would cost $40, which is not a bad price.

It does not drain a lot of power either, but you would certainly have to charge your iPhone every day. It is an amazing solution and turns your iPhone into a universal remote control, which is a rather cool thing to happen. When it is out, do get it!

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Blue Microphones have some of the best answers to audio related issues and their Mac and iPod accessories are pretty cool indeed. In fact, their Snowball, Snowflake, and Mikey microphones were well received and this time around, they are unveiling their US$99.99 second generation Mikey Portable Recorder at the CES 2010 for iPhone and iPod.

It is being touted as a powerful recording solution for iPhone and it is still not being officialised by Apple whatsoever. Nevertheless, it is certainly something to look forward to and is expected to be really cool and kick-ass. It is good for recording concerts and events and anything that is loud, which makes it a pretty good gadget to begin with.

They are also giving away a cool carrying pouch so that you do not have to worry about its mobility, and I am sure it is going to be a great gadget since it comes from Blue Microphones. Let us wait and watch what might happen at the CES 2010, and how this product is received there. It would be quite an interesting situation of Apple decides to say something nice about these gadgets.

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The iPhone mania is spreading across the globe pretty rapidly and every major brand is looking at ways to cash in on those who use endless apps on their iPhone for hundreds of tasks. Nike is the latest to upgrade its own Sports line-up to ensure that they are iPhone friendly and the most recent addition to the array of products is the cool, ultra-trendy SportsBand that comes in three two-tone color schemes and is available for just $59. The SportsBand is dedicated to keeping a track of your on track stats such as calories burnt, miles covered and the speed of the run. The new features ensure that it can work both independently and as a plug-in to your iPhone, ensuring that you need not reach in each time to check your stats.

The sporty design means that you can just strap the Nike+ SportsBand on with ease and its weather proof seal ensures that you need not worry about keeping it dry during a shower. Nike is also planning to soon launch an iPhone- and iPod touch-specific version of its Nike+ website to let owners of either device find their long-term data. Now everyone can feel like an athelete… Even if they are remotely one!

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Roland Hutchinson from Geeky Gadgets just couldn’t get the right angle to watch videos on his iPhone. It m just have been a frustrating experience and we also know that necessity is the mother of all inventions. With that in mind, Roland decided to do something about the iPhone prop and this is what he got – The Pencil iPhone Stand.

Though it may seem naive to most of us, this iPhone stand seems to be quite effective in placing the gadget precariously, so as to not let it fall down while watching videos. All Roland used were 4 pencils and a few elastic bands. This works well with the 2G iPhone. However, for the iPhone 3G, one may need 5 pencils due to the extra thickness.

The Pencil iPhone Stand is simple to build, Roland assures and of course it can easily be dismantled. All you would need to do is strap two pencils together and use an elastic band to do so, and add two more pencils to make a triangle. The final pencil can be added for the back support. Make sure to use a pencil with a rubber if you are using a smooth surfaced table.

Thanks Roland

Modern fashion trends are all about making the definitive statement that’s teals the spotlight and ends up having the final say on the star-studded party night. Nothing captures the essence of all this more than the DEOS Diamond Earbud Covers which ooze out class in a subtle and yet spectacularly majestic fashion. No matter how hard you try and how much modern designers invest in a design, there is nothing that captures your attention and steals the show like diamonds. Yet, they do it in such understated fashion that there never can be too many of them. The Diamond Earbud Covers for your iPod Shuffle are all that and a lot more.

DEOS launched these diamond-encrusted covers designed for iPod and iPhone earbuds and their price starts at $4,500, for black and white diamond versions, climbing to $60,000 for earbuds dripping with pink, yellow or black diamonds. Yes, the price of the Earbud covers is a lot more than an iPod itself and that is exactly why you get an iPod shuffle as a complimentary gift on every Diamond Earbud that costs $5000 and above.

For those who think the diamonds are too much of a luxury, the Swarovski crystal encrusted ones come at $110-$200 and are a far less lavish option. The Earbud covers not just act as unique and brilliant accessories, but also make sure that you never are short on jewelry for your big night!

Via: Cultofmac