A recent security hole in Apple’s website allowed anyone to access personal information for all registered iOS, Mac, or Safari developers, 9to5Mac reports. The issue was reportedly discovered by developer Jesse Järvi, and 9to5Mac says that the hole was quietly patched Sunday night. A flaw in Apple’s internal Radar application […] Read the original post…
Review: Robocat Thermodo
Thermodo is all about portability, which makes sense for an accessory that won’t be used all the time, but will likely be needed in different scenarios and locales. The sensor unit is only an inch long, while popping it into the cap brings the length up to 1.4”. We tested […] Read the original post…
First Look: Trident Cyclops for iPad mini
In addition to revving some of its earlier iPhone cases, Trident has released a new protector for iPad mini. Cyclops ($50) is made of plastic and rubber, a popular combination. The tablet fits into a plastic rear tray that’s lined with foam for padding, and has rubber all the way […] Read the original post…
Mac: Satechi Flexible LED Desk Lamp
Satechi is continuing its run of desktop accessories made to match the Mac’s aesthetic, this time with the Flexible LED Desk Lamp ($70). Clad in silver with metal and plastic elements, it’ll look right at home next to a MacBook or iMac. Touch controls, a flexible neck, and iPhone-ready charging […] Read the original post…
First Look: Scosche boomBOTTLE H2O Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
After finding success with its original boomBOTTLE, Scosche has decided to expand the family. One of two new speakers to continue the name is boomBOTTLE H2O ($110). The design is extremely similar, but this one is smaller, measuring a few inches shorter than the original speaker. Available in gray, blue, […] Read the original post…
Review: iDevices Kitchen Thermometer
As a hybrid of the prior iGrill and iGrillmini designs, Kitchen Thermometer uses an attractive combination of glossy white and chrome plastics, plus a bright, easily-read green display. Measuring 3.25” in diameter with a 1.2” to 2.3” sloping height — the base angles the screen for viewing — it detaches […] Read the original post…
First Look: Mophie Power Reserve
With a 1350mAh capacity, Mophie’s Power Reserve ($50) doesn’t have enough juice to fully recharge a depleted iPhone, but its design makes it suitable for emergency backup power. About the size of a large matchbox, the battery comes in Mophie’s usual array of black, white, or red colors. The Micro-USB […] Read the original post…
News: Apple offers to replace faulty iPhone 5 sleep buttons
Apple is offering to replace faulty sleep/wake buttons on qualifying iPhone 5 units. The company has set up a website for the replacement process, noting that models manufactured through March 2013 may have an issue where the sleep/wake button stops working or works intermittently. Users with faulty buttons can type […] Read the original post…
Review: Dodocool Lightning + Micro-USB Charge and Sync Cable
Much like smartSTRIKE, this cable combines MFi Lightning and Micro-USB plugs into one accessory, eliminating the need to carry multiple cables to charge both an iPhone and ancillary products. At one end is a standard USB plug, and at the opposite side of a sturdy, 36”-long cable, a Micro-USB plug. […] Read the original post…
Review: Incipio Capture for iPad Air
Breaking the case down piece by piece, you’ll find a plastic backplate lined with foam, a matching frame for the front of the iPad, and a textured rubber skin that fits around the grouping. Square 4.5” cutouts on the shell and skin make way for the plate with the handle, […] Read the original post…
Mac: Deep Silver Dead Island
Some people may say zombie games are overdone, a genre that’s jumped the shark. Be that as it may, Deep Silver’s Dead Island ($22) is still among the best and deserves some attention. First released back in 2011—yes, it’s a bit of a gap—the title is finally available on the […] Read the original post…
News: iLounge Game Spotlight: Third Eye Crime: Act 1
The stealth puzzlers just keep on coming, apparently. Following last week’s release of Square Enix’s stunning Hitman GO, Gameblyr has introduced Third Eye Crime: Act 1 ($3). Like Hitman GO, Third Eye Crime has a distinct design, with this game going for a noir look. Third Eye Crime lays the […] Read the original post…
News: iOS 7.1 code references iPad Touch ID
A reference to the iPad family was reportedly found in iOS 7.1 code within Touch ID resources, prompting further speculation the touch sensor will be coming to new iterations of the iPad. The code was posted in a tweet by a French developer with the Twitter name @bp_unicorn. It’s been […] Read the original post…
First Look: Speck CandyShell Amped for iPhone 5/5s
Once again, Speck has taken its classic, award winning CandyShell design, and turned it into something new. This time, it’s CandyShell Amped ($45) for iPhone 5/5s. If it looks like the classic co-molded rubber and glossy plastic, that’s because it is. The body is slightly thicker though, because inside the […] Read the original post…
First Look: Speck CandyShell Amped for iPhone 5/5s
Once again, Speck has taken its classic, award winning CandyShell design, and turned it into something new. This time, it’s CandyShell Amped ($45) for iPhone 5/5s. If it looks like the classic co-molded rubber and glossy plastic, that’s because it is. The body is slightly thicker though, because inside the […] Read the original post…