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There's a new accessory available for the iPhone 4 and 4S that projects videos from your phone - including Netflix and YouTube content - onto any surface at a size of up to 50 inches, thanks to Texas Intsrument's DLP Pico projector technology.

The new Pocket Projector for iPhone 4 is an accessory case that features a bright 15-lumen LED projector lamp, 640x360 native display resolution and Focus adjustment. An integrated 0.5W speaker is also included to deliver audio, and its built-in 2100mAh battery charges via USB connection.

"The partnership between Brookstone and Texas Instruments resulted in a remarkable accessory case that turns one's iPhone 4 and 4S player into a mobile home-theater unit," said Ron Boire, President and CEO of Brookstone. "Brookstone's mission is to find smarter, better ways for people to do the things they love, and the Pocket Projector for iPhone 4 embodies that spirit by marrying great technology with entertainment," added Boire.Read more

You know the iPad app that will help you find your stolen iPad? What if there was a way to avoid the whole stolen situation all together? Enter Griffin Technology's TechSafe Case for iPad, the latest in a series of Griffin iPad new gadgets. The TechSafe will lock your beloved iPad down and protect it from the bad guys.

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Cost: $79.99
Where to buy: Amazon

It's not just a protective case; TechSafe provides a vital anchor point that enables the security of a desktop cable locking system.Read more

Another day, another iPad case. That's the way it seems these days. And why not? There's certainly a market for it. But we can't possibly cover every single case that gets announced, so we pick and choose what we feel are the some of the best (it is in our name, you know). One case that meets our standards is the Qmadix Portfolio with Removable Bluetooth Keyboard.

As you would expect with its name, the Qmadix Portfolio with Removable Bluetooth Keyboard features a removable Bluetooth keyboard that seamlessly connects with your iPad 2 for faster, more comfortable typing. Made from Polycarbonate composite, the keyboard provides a better tactile key response and also works with other mobile devices such as the first generation iPad, iPhone and more.

Designed to fit the iPad 2, the Qmadix Portfolio has a professional look and feel and provides easy access to cameras, buttons, controls and ports. It has an integrated stand for landscape viewing, a micro USB port for charging, and comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery (via micro USB).

Available at www.Qmadix.com, the Portfolio with Removable Bluetooth Keyboard is priced at $149.99.

G-Form's at it again! Makers of the ultra-rugged Extreme Sleeve for iPad, the company just announced the Extreme Portfolio for iPad, the first portfolio-style case for tablets featuring RPT(Reactive Protection Technology). RPTabsorbs over 90% of the energy of an impact and stiffens to act like armor, giving your iPad (or other tablet) the ultimate protection.

This lightweight portfolio case is water-resistant and can fit a variety of tablets in addition to the iPad and iPad 2. The case has an adjustable easel stand, an inside pocket for documents, and can be opened and used in several ways. The front cover can be reverse-zipped behind the iPad, which will offer two levels of RPT protection beneath the iPad. In this position the front screen is still protected by beefy RPT corners that also hold it in place. It can also be used in an easel configuration in either landscape or portrait mode. Read more

In honor of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, we've rounded up some patriotic gear – everything from a Swashbuckling BBQ sword to USA flag headphones. Check it out and see what fun stuff could make this your best Fourth of July yet!

Coloud: Flags Headphones
Patriotic and stylish headphones

• Features 3.5mm jack, remote and mic compatible with devices including iPhone, Blackberry and HTC phones and more
• 3 patriotic designs fit any user's personal style and daily wardrobe selection
• Available in USA, Jamaica and Brazil flag designs

Available at: Coloud.com
Price: $40
Website: www.Coloud.comRead more

Sure, there are lots of iPad 2 cases out there but one as functional as the MyPadLife? I challenge you to find it. This unique case was developed by Saad Alam and Lee Jokl, two entrepreneurs who decided to take their idea to the masses via the all-or-nothing crowd funded Kickstarter.com website. The duo just reached their $10,000 goal, making MyPadLife a reality.

The MyPadLife case is constructed of a hard plastic shell and wrapped in a premium nylon material. The interior features a soft suede-like material to keep your iPad free from scratches. Sure, it sounds like your typical case – but where the Mypadlife is different is what you can do with it. It features several sets of integrated notches and slits which can hold straps of different sizes for attaching to various objects. It comes with a pair of 48-inch straps to wrap around larger pieces like treadmills, a pair of 36-inch straps for car headrests (or in-flight tray tables) and an 18-inch strap to hang your iPad on walls or from cabinet hardware.Read more

What does summer mean to you? Whether you spend your time relaxing by the beach or hiking the Appalachian Trail…one thing is certain…more time is spent in the great outdoors. WD's My Passport drive has always been a staple in my summer packing list, allowing me to take my music and movies along for the ride. Now, thanks to the new WD Nomad Rugged case, I can include it without worrying about damaging the device or the digital content it holds!

The WD Nomad Rugged case protects My Passport portable hard drives from just about anything Mother Nature can throw at it including water, mud, and dust. It features a hard outer casing and inner cushion which also protects the drive against drops as high as seven feet and all the other mishaps that can occur while camping, hiking, fishing or any other outdoor activity. With convenience in mind, WD even designed the case so that the USB slot is always accessible, meaning once you put the My Passport drive in the protective case, it never has to leave! Read more

MountMe just announced the new Freedom II for iPad 2. This one-of-a-kind carrying case and mounting solution can be mounted almost anywhere. Put it in your car for an on-the-go entertainment system, hang it on the wall and let your iPad 2 be your home automation controller. Or, simply use the Freedom II as a protective carrying case when not mounted. The case features a durable mounting and standing accessory that also lets you easily type with both hands whether your iPad 2 is placed on your leg, on the back of a car seat or on your table.

Available in June, MountMe has a special deal for those who pre-order Freedom II. If you pre-order it now at www.mount-me.com they'll give you a 10% discount, or a 25% discount on the purchase of two different units, plus free shipping in the continental United States.Read more

Last month we told you about the HandStand2, a 360 degree rotating iPad 2 case, and now we're happy to say that it's available.

The HandStand2 is an ergonomically designed case that cradles the iPad 2 so it becomes an extension of your hand. It is made from recycled materials and features a comfortable one-size-fits-all strap, which keeps the iPad 2 firmly in place so you can easily manipulate the touch screen without accidentally launching applications or scrolling. The HandStand2 also has an integrated stand which rests at a slight incline for typing and viewing.

Other than for personal use, think about all the ways you can use the HandStand2 in business:

• Health Care – Making hospital rounds or visiting with patients
• Business – Giving presentations during meetings – easy to view, present and share
• Architecture – Carrying all your blue prints and designs to job sites
• Real Estate – Showing clients property listings on the go in one convent location
• Education – Tracking assignments, taking notes, studying, giving lessons, monitoring programs and staying organized
• Finance – Accessing corporate accounts on the go, eliminating mounds of paperwork, and more
• Hotels and Hospitality – checking in at hotels, taking orders, and replacing menus
• High Tech – Mobility workforce

Scosche on Friday announced the availability of the switchBACK surge g4 – backup battery and kickstand case for iPhone 4. Featuring an integrated kickstand and an internal 1800mAh lithium-ion battery, it can charge a dead iPhone 4 up to 80% full – great if you use power intensive applications like FaceTime or watch a lot of videos. And with Scosche's free reVIVE app giving detailed battery info; you'll always know how much power you have left.

Four blue LED lights indicate the surge's battery life and the included micro-USB cable allows for easy recharging and synching the iPhone 4 with the case on. The case provides an additional 275 hours of standby, up to 12 hours of talk time, up to 36 hours of audio, up to 9 hours of Wi-Fi, or up to 9 hours of video.

The Scosche switchBACK surge g4 come with two interchangeable polycarbonate backs (Gloss Black & Metallic Silver), is compatible with both the AT&T Verizon iPhone 4 models, and can be purchased now at Scosche.com for $79.99.

The free reVIVE app can be found on iTunes.