iPhone Savior

Apple Rainbow Logo Decal Makes MacBook Classic

STYLE GUIDE: Here's a brilliant sticker idea that will transform any MacBook into a true Mac classic, instantly proving that less is more.

Designer HappyHe, responsible for imagining the Ice Age Squirrel decal that we recently featured, has pulled off another ginormous winner with this throwback to Apple Computers circa 1977 with the Rob Janoff rainbow logo. It's just enough flair to cause career Macheads to start drooling on command.

Expect to pay $3.50 plus shipping for this magical return to a bygone Mac era. Steve Jobs ditched the rainbow in 1998. But now... It's baaaaack! This time it glows. I've already ordered mine.

[Photo by Mubblegum Photography]

Two New iPhone Models Coming, One for Verizon

Two new iPhone models are on their way according to some barely breaking news horked up like a hairball by the Wall Street Journal on Monday. Renewed talk of a CDMA iPhone model for Verizon is expected to reach the market by September of this year, manufactured by Pegatron Technology Corp.

Apple's updated version of their wildly popular GSM iPhone, currently mangled by AT&T's miserable 3G service is expected to surface this summer, most likely in late June. The newfangled GSM iPhone will continue to be produced by Hon Hai (aka Foxconn).

Sources quoted by the WSJ burped out the same specs about the new iPhone model that we heard almost one year ago to the day. There's really not much to call new here.

"The model is likely to be thinner and have a faster processor, two people familiar with the device said." Source - WSJ

While most people believe that the Wall Street Journal is somehow bulletproof when it comes to being spot on about Apple news, there's really very little "breaking" iPhone news to speak of in their latest report. Go ahead, read the post for yourself.

We covered this same hype back on April of last year when Kaufman Brothers analyst Shaw Wu, issued his own delicious report fueled by identical speculation. Reports are already confirming that a Verizon CDMA iPhone is unlikely this year.

If we all wish long and hard enough, eventually a CDMA Verizon iPhone with a new thinner GSM model packing a faster CPU, front-facing camera, 940 x 640 resolution display and multitasking will magically appear like Steve Jobs and Eric Schmidt at a Palo Alto coffee shop. It will happen.

By then Stephen Colbert will be talking about these mythical new iPhones on the Grammys. It won't be sensationalized broken news you'll have to buy from The Wall Street Journal with an iPad subscription.

This is the same publication who brought us the Steve Jobs "ad placement fail" when they published  him side-by-side with a pair skeletons after Jobs made his triumphant return as Apple's CEO. Now that was real breaking news!

Say Hello To The First Robot iPhone Stand

 

This fantasitical Robot iPhone Stand creation is a rarefied and geekish wonder to behold. Our metallic little friend was designed using copper and brass along with a heavy steel base to add stability. This iPhone cradling robot stands almost 9 inches tall, finished off with a hi-gloss lacquer that allows the epic red patina to cut through.

I love the minimalistic design of iRobot's head, hands and feet, giving this iPhone accessory a classic anorexic "Tin Man" look that's certain to spark instant nerd chatter at first glance. Felt pads are neatly placed in the robot's hands and on his chest to keep your iPhone perfectly scratch free.

Expect to pay $60 plus $10 dollars shipping for this ultra-original work of iPhone art. Although this amazing robo-stand is made to embrace an iPhone, creator TinHeartMfg confirmed that the arms can easily be bent inward to hold smaller iPods.

In the immortal words of mister Billy Joel; "I love you just the way you are."

[TinHeartMfg via Etsy]

Hand Knit iPhone Bunny Suit Is Pure Goodness

STYLE GUIDE: Case designer Quynhphan has burst onto the scene with her latest, mega-girly Easter Bunny sleepwear for iPhone. Slap my ass and call me Sally if you can't see the pure goodness captured in this damn sassy design that should go over big in Japan. A perfect gift idea for those ladies that desire to express their ultra-feminine side.

This hand knit, iPhone bunny suit for her is made from high quality pink yarn and crafted to hug your handheld device like a mans banana hammock.

The fuzzy tail attachment feature was added as a convenient screen cleaner while the useful accessory loop allows for any number of cute dangling charms to be attached to celebrate any holiday you choose.

Expect to pay $14.95 for this trendy Peter Rabbit theme that your lady can flaunt at Denny's restaurant on a hopping Saturday night. The case is delivered without the classic bunny charm.

The fashionable fuzzy bunny tail and accessory loop can be removed from your order by request. Though I'm not sure why you'd want to delete the best part of this knitted art piece described by iPhone Fashion Weekly as;

"Cuter than Justin Bieber ground up with Miley Cyrus to make spicy love sausages. Truly an iPhone girl's dream." - IFW

I couldn't agree more. It's the best iPhone case for girls I've seen since Hello Kitty.

[Quynhphan via Etsy]

Apple Begins Shipping iPad Pre-Orders

Email confirmations from early adopters show proof that Apple has begun shipping Wi-Fi only iPad orders for delivery on April 3rd. Pre-orders placed for iPad devices on March 12th and 13th are already making passage to the homes of anxious Apple faithful. The official Apple store launch takes place on April 3, at 9:00 a.m.

The early ship date confirmations do not necessarily mean that customers will receive delivery of their magical and revolutionary iPads before April 3rd according to MacRumors.

"In the past, Apple has coordinated with UPS to hold early deliveries until launch day. The first Wi-Fi only iPads are to be delivered on April 3rd, 2010."

[Apple Store photo by Yoshinari Yoshikawa]

Adding Website Icons To Your iPhone Home Screen

  

iPhone 101: Adding favorite website icons to your iPhone's home screen is a basic feature that's often overlooked because it's hiding in plain sight. Most of us open the Safari app simply out of habit, but there's an easier way to gain instant access to your favorite web destinations.

First, launch the Safari app. Select your favorite website, let it load and then tap the plus (+) button.

Select the "Add To Home Screen" tab. You'll see another selection screen appear. This screen allows you to either custom name your new home screen icon or confirm the existing name. 

Ice Age Squirrel Makes An Ideal MacBook Decal

STYLE GUIDE: The art of converting a popular icon into a whimsical MacBook decal takes a new twist with the Ice Age squirrel getting his nut in this latest design by NiceDecalStore.

There's no greater example of an obsessive Apple fanboy than this little critter which will instantly add fantastical flair to any MacBook lid. Expect to pay $9.98 for your removable Mac-tastic vinyl sticker and wait about 8 to 14 days for delivery. 

[via Etsy]

Applegirl002 Cranks Out Beyonce Using iPhones

You'll have to be patient as Applegirl002 dials in her array of iPhone music apps in this video to perform her epic version of the song "Irreplaceable" by Beyonce.

Like a true iPhone geek, Applegirl is bent on showing us the method behind her creation, then she proceeds to wow the camera with her amazing voice and lethal ultra-cuteness (at the 1:27 mark).

I'm convinced that Applegirl002 can best any one of this year's lack luster American Idol hopefuls without ever leaving her couch.

Apple Girl is amazing! "Irreplaceable. Listen!"

[Much love to Nicky for the tip]

Digg iPhone App News Reaches Top of Digg

The usual suspects riding shotgun over Digg managed to elevate news of the official iPhone app launch to the Top In All Topics on Digg.com Thursday. Reviews of the app left by rabid Diggers were mixed, as many commentards expressed agitation because the iPhone app lacks the ability to leave comments which is a fundamental part of the Digg social experience.

"DAMMIT, the one reason I wanted this app so bad was to be able to comment. I can digg and all that shit on the normal site and not be stuck in their built-in browser to digg stories. Son of a bitch." user boozedrinker wrote.

The fact that founder Kevin Rose, submitted news of the app release himself is the reason why it rocketed to the top of the Digg pile so quickly. But even with that esteemed endorsement, some hard to please fanboys still bashed the effort.

"Trying it, but can't see my profile, or friends. Blind upcomings, recents, blah, blah. Took them this long for a generic app? Fail." cpdylan wrote.

During my own test drive I found the app to be very zippy, but you'll need to be updated to iPhone OS 3.1 or later to enjoy that privilege. It appears that true Digg faithful are more obsessed with commenting than they are with surfing planet Digg on the go.

While I'm not a daily Digg nerd, I do like what they've created here. Come on! What's not to like when the app is free? Digg is easy to navigate and it offers an instant wormhole into the news that those Android obsessed Diggers love to hate on. Especially if it's about Apple.

Billiards iPhone Case Makes Pocket Pool Cool

STYLE GUIDE: Playing a brisk game of pocket pool without drawing attention to yourself is an art form that's existed since man invented pants. Now its finally fashionable when you're sporting this Billiards Pool Table iPhone case for a mere $20.

Each case is uniquely hand cut, ensuring that the balls are always kept snugly racked in place. The idea of carrying around a miniature pool table in my pocket totally spins the wheels on my geek wagon.

The vinyl exterior and black felt lining will serve to keep your iPhone protected from those no neck booze hounds who always manage to make your Friday nights at the pool hall awkward and uncomfortable. Just imagine the friends you'll make when you whip your iPhone out of this kick ass pocket pool table.

Now just download the ($.99) iPocket Pool app and it's Revenge of The Nerds part four. Yes! Let the fist pumping begin.

[Coolbeans via Etsy]