Now that you know who I am, I’d like to tell you about one of my favorite things.  It’s no secret that the iPhone 4 is the phone to have right now.  I happen to be an Apple fanatic.  I have an iMac, a Mini Mac, iPod Touch 64gb and now the iPhone 4. I treasure my Apple products and I like to make certain that they’re well protected.  This is where iFrogz hops into the picture.  Before my iPhone 4 was ever delivered, I had my iFrogz Luxe Lean Case purchased.  Do you know how difficult it is to look at an empty phone case every day for 14 days while you’re waiting for it’s companion to be shipped? It’s excruciating!  That’s not the point of this review though.  My point is, and I do have one, the iFrogz Luxe Lean Case is perfect.  It’s very sleek and stylish.  I love the smoothness of the case and the fact that it almost has a satin-like feel to it.  It slides easily into the pocket of my jeans and doesn’t get hung up or caught by the fabric.

With the iFrogz case, I feel as though my phone has the ultimate protection.  I went as far as to buy a second silicone case that fits over the Luxe Lean case.  It gives me a double layer of protection for my iPhone.  I’ve dropped my phone once (why yes, yes I did just about have a coronary when this happened) and my phone was perfectly alright.  With any other phone that I’ve dropped,  I’ve always ended up with a scratch or a ding.  iFrogz protected my iPhone as though it were a newborn baby.  Who doesn’t want that kind of protection?

The iFrogz case allows access to all ports, sensors and buttons.  Even with the extra silicone guard over the Luxe Lean Case, I have no issue plugging the phone into the charger.  As I stated above, I also have the iPod Touch.  Up until recently, I had another brand name case on my iPod.  Each time I wanted to charge it, I had to take the case off because I didn’t get a proper fit between the charger and the iPod.  I have since outfitted my iPod with an iFrogz Swerve case specifically made for the iPod Touch 2G and 3G.  There have been no issues with the charger fitting into the iPod and I love the way the case looks and protects my iPod Touch.

I find the iFrogz products to be beyond reasonable in price in comparison to the amount of protection that they provide your device.  The case for my iPhone 4 lists for $24.99 and the case for my iPod Touch 3G lists for 29.99.  I purchased my phone case in my local AT&T store and I purchased the iPod case online direct from the iFrogz website.  Shipping was speedy, accurate and hassle free.

So there you have it.  The iFrogz line provides protection for your device at a price that is more than comparable.  The designs are sleek and eye catching as well as functional.  So take my word for it…if you’ve ordered your iPhone 4 and have to wait for delivery, kill a little time and pick out an iFrogz case to welcome your new baby to the family! You’ll be glad you did.

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You can tell they’re an iPhone junky because you know what kind of freaking cell phone they have. They don’t call you.  They “call you on their iPhone.”  They don’t lose their phone or their cell.  They lose their iPhone – except they don’t, of course, because iPhone users are rarely far enough away from their iPhones to lose it.

Shopping for an iPhone junky can be difficult, because they already have the whole world in the palm of their hand.  Just ask them.  But, there is something that iPhone users love even more than their iPhones: stuff to go with their iPhone.

5 Holiday Gift Ideas For People With iPhones

iHome clock Radio for iPhone

1. iHome Docking Station and Clock Radio

I did a review of the iHome Docking Station and Clock Radio back in September.  I still love it.  I’ve since run into several readers of this site who have added it to their own wish lists because a good speaker system and iPhone compatible alarm clock is hard to come by.

The problem with most “iPhone docking stations” like this is that they are  made for iPods, not iPhones, and so you have to put your phone in airplane mode to use it, or endure the annoying buzz of interference.  This system is compatible with every single iPhone, way back to the first generation (what I had until about 24 hours ag).

The iHome docking station lets you play music over the speakers with impressive sound quality.  It also lets you wake to and fall asleep to specific playlists.  On top of that, it’s a great alarm clock that allows you to set two separate alarms and designated an alarm for a 1, 5 or 7 day schedule (no more accidentally waking up early on Saturday or forgetting to reset the alarm for Monday morning!).

The iHome iP9BR Clock Radio for iPod is $81.88 right now on Amazon. ($79 if you get it in silver.)  Buy it here.

2.  Mophie Juice Pack Case – Rechargeable iPhone battery

Juice Pack rechargeable battery case

This is something I don’t have and want desperately.

The biggest downfall of the iPhone is that the battery isn’t removeable, so heavy users can’t buy extra batteries to keep charged.  The Juice Pack addresses that problem by giving you a fully rechargeable battery that doubles as an iPhone case.

Like I said, I don’t have this and have never used it.  But reviews online as well as reviews from people I know who have this product say that it doubles the battery life of your iPhone.

You can charge the case and the iPhone simultaneously and switch the case’s power source on and off to decide if you want to save your extra battery life for later.

The juice pack will add a little bulk to the iPhone – more than a simple silicone case – but the extra power you get is worth it for someone who uses their phone constantly.

Amazon offers a variety of colors for the juice pack that will fit the iPhone first generation, 3G and 3Gs.  Click here to see the full range.

wireless head set for iPhone

3.  Bluetooth Stereo Headset

Another “don’t have, want badly” product for me. I’ve been looking forever for a headset that works for music and phone conversations, and isn’t plagued with reviews about a short product lifespan.

This looks to be the answer I’ve been looking for.

The Sony DRBT160AS Bluetooth Stereo Headset is perfect for iPhone users who like to run or workout regularly.  This headset gives you the ability to listen to music and take a call (although obviously not at the same time).  Headsets that do both can be difficult to find for the iPhone.

The “behind the head” design is ideal runners and the wireless aspect makes it perfect for just about anyone.  It’s also going to provide much higher sound quality than the stock ear buds that come standard with iPhones.

The Sony DRBT160AS Bluetooth Stereo Headset is $81.95 on Amazon. That’s more than $40 off what they’re charging at the Apple store for the same product. Buy it here.

4. iPhone Armband

armband case for iPhone

Speaking of people who run – an armband case is pretty much a necessity if you’re the type of person who works out while listening to music on your iPhone.  Otherwise you end up trying to shove your iPhone down the back of your pants.

Trust me on this – not. comfortable.  Also not comfortable?  Having to dig down the back of your pants to retrieve your slipping iPhone while you’re in the middle of a packed gym.

Ahem.

ANYway, the Tuneband from Grantwood Technology uses a silicone case to secure the iPhone in place.  The case has a screen protector, but still allows you to access all of the ports and camera.  The band itself is stretchy velcro to fit most arm sizes.

Another fun fact: it comes in lots of pretty colors!  (Oh, and navy or clear if, for some odd reason, you’re not into pretty.)

The Tuneband is designed for the 3G and 3GS iPhone models.

(Hint – it’s cheap and a great stocking stuffer idea.  Jared.)

The Tuneband Armband with Silicone Skin and Screen Protector is just $16.99 at Amazon. Buy it here. (in pink, if you’re my husband.)

5.  Go Groove FlexPod: iPhone FM Transmitter and Car Mount System

FM Transmitter Docking System

This?  Is a freaking awesome device.

You plug the device into your car’s cigarette lighter (or power source if you have a newer, snobbier car) and put your iPhone into the cradle.  Your phone is now charging.  Yay.

BUT, more than that, the FM transmitter lets you play your music from your iPod through your car stereo’s speakers.  For those of you unfamiliar with the idea of an FM transmitter – it works good.  You should have it.

For those of you who know what I’m talking about – this is one of the more advanced models of FM transmitters and seems to have a strong locking system that makes it easier to find (and keep) stations available to play your music.

Added bonus: it turns your car into a bluetooth device for phone calls.  When a phone call comes in while you’re listening to music, the music fades and the call options come up on the screen.  Accept the call and you’ll hear the voice via your car’s speakers.  End the call and you go back to the music you were listening to.

The Flexpod (that’s the official name of this thingie) also has a USB port so you can charge other USB powered devices through it.

The entire iPhone cradle is held up on a flexible gooseneck device so you can hold your iPhone steady at multiple angles.

You can watch a video on how the entire thing works here.

The Go Groove FlexPod Car Mount System is $34.99 on Amazon. Buy it here.

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