Chances are, you have at least one person on your holiday list who is an iPhone junky.
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
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
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
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
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
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I have the Tuneband for my Nano and I love it. It’s time for me to retire my Lil’ Red Nano because I can’t update it anymore. Now I NEED that Tuneband, right?
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Great list.
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Those people you speak of? Have iPhone Syndrome. There is no cure. No telethon could raise enough to treat iPhone Syndrome. We just have to love those afflicted as best we can.
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I just got the iHome clock rdio this weekend on your recommendation an LOVE it. The sound is great and I love that I don’t have to put my phone on the floor so that it doesn’t make the aliens sound through the radio. Thanks!
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