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Keep charged in the car

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

If you travel in your car a lot or frequently use your phone throughout the day, then you need a car charger so that you never run out of juice.  There’s plenty of car chargers out there to chose from, whether it’s a fancy dock and charger or one of the simple USB car chargers available.  I’ve taken a closer look at three of our most popular car chargers available:

Navigon iPhone 4S / 4 Car Holder with Charger

Navigon iPhone 4/4S Car Holder and Charger

I actually own a Navigon as my iPhone 4S car charger and what I personally like about it is its curved style.  It looks a lot more stylish than other car charger and dock combos, but does the job just as well.

This car holder can be stuck to your windscreen at the angle to suit you with the simple suction cup.  Therefore you can position it in a place on your windscreen which is not only safe but also comfortable to use.

When using the Navigon you can angle it so that your phone is in either a portrait or landscape view, which is great for when using the maps feature of your iPhone, or for plugging in phone chargers, FM transmitters and other accessories.

Using an accessory like the Navigon you still have all the features of your phone available but your phone is docked safely and securely whilst doing so.

The included car charger is a simple USB charger meaning you can use your own cable and it’s compatible with both cars and trucks.

USB Car Charger Adapter

USB Car Charger Adapter

The USB car charger adapter is in my eyes a staple accessory for any car.

Cheap and cheerful, this USB plug slots into the cigarette lighter and will charge any accessory via USB.  This means not only can you charge your phone, but you could charge a Kindle, hand held gaming system like the DS and even tablets.

This means that if you’re on a long journey, you can keep your passengers occupied without the fear of batteries running out and calls of ‘Are we there yet?’

Compatible with any USB cable, this charger can be used on its own or with a dock, making it multi-functional and essential.  The plug can hide away in your glove box when not in use but you’ll be glad it’s there when you run out of juice!

Genuine Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 Vehicle Dock

Genuine Samsung Galaxy S2 Vehicle Dock

The last dock and car charger on my list is the Genuine Samsung Galaxy S2 Vehicle Dock.  In a similar way to the Navigon it docks and charges your phone, so it’s a great Samsung Galaxy S2 car charger.

Being an official product, the perfect fit and compatibility is assured with this vehicle dock.  It clips your phone in place safely and securely ensuring that it won’t fall out if you take a corner too hard.

Like the Navigon it can be attached to your windscreen by a simple suction cup, meaning you can dock your phone safely and legally, at the most comfortable angle for you.  To add even more comfort you can view your phone in portrait or landscape, so again it’s great for SatNav apps.

The USB charger fits nicely into the phone and like all Samsung chargers keeps your phone fully juiced whilst you’re on the go.

Sleek and sophisticated, this is a great vehicle dock and charger for all S2 owners.

So that’s my top three; whether you agree or disagree let me know through the usual channels

Three 3GS cases

Monday, January 30th, 2012

The 3GS still remains popular as it’s great for those who want an iPhone without the higher price tag.  It’s got a great curved style meaning there’s a wide, original variety of cases for the 3GS – here’s three of my favourite:

Otterbox Defender Series

Otterbox Defender Series

The Otterbox Defender Series is one of the most protective iPhone 3GS cases available.

Offering three layers of protection the Defender is a great case for those who work outdoors or spend a lot of times outdoors because no matter how many times you drop your phone, the Otterbox will stop it being damaged.

The first layer of this Otterbox case is a clear membrane which acts as a screen protector for the display of your 3GS.  The back and sides of our 3GS are then protected by layer two: a hi-impact polycarbonate skeleton.  This protects from bumps and drops with the help of the third and final layer; a silicon skin, which also helps to absorb shocks.

What makes Otterbox cases extra special is that the ports of your phone are protected by silicone plug; this means that they’re always protected but they’re easy to get to when you need them.

This Otterbox case also comes complete with a ClipStand holster so it’s easy to carry around on your bag or belt buckle.

InvisibleSHIELD Full Body Protector

InvisibleSHIELD Full Body Protector

The second 3GS case is great for those who want scratch protection without taking away from the style of the handset itself – it’s the InvisibleSHIELD Full Body protector.

What’s great about InvsibleSHIELD products is that the Full Body protectors are specially made for each handset to provide the perfect fit and best scratch protection possible.

The film used by InvisibleSHIELD has its origins in the US Military where it was used to protect the edges of helicopter blades from wear and tear.  Therefore you know it’s of the highest quality and provides better scratch protection than any of the other iPhone 3GS accessories available.

Using a Full Body protector means you can still access all the ports and features of your 3GS, so it remains fully functioning all the time. The film is simple and easy to apply and remove; plus you can also use a 3GS cover with the full body protector for ultimate protection and added individuality.

Case-Mate ID Case

Case Mate ID Case

The final case in my favourite three comes from accessory giants Case Mate.  The ID case is a sleek yet multi-functional case which allows you to carry around 2 cards with you.  This is great for if you’re just popping to the shops as it saves you having to take a bag.

Only 2.5mm thicker than Case Mate’s Barely There case, the ID case has style at its heart as well as functionality, making it one of the best cases for iPhone.

Made to fit your 3GS snugly, the ID case has all the cut-outs needed for the ports and features of your phone.  Therefore it remains fully functional at all times and has that little extra function thanks to the card holder.

However, if you have got cards in the holder, the camera will be covered so you’ll have to remove them to use the camera.  That’s a small price to pay for the extra functionality of a case though.

So that’s my top three. Did I miss any cases out?  Let me know in the comments or via the usual channels what would be your top 3!

Six Super Smartphones

Friday, January 20th, 2012

It’s a bit of a smartphone bonanza today at Mobile Fun HQ with 6 monster new handset pages being made.  From white versions of popular handsets, to brand new models all of these smartphones have something to shout about.  They are:

• Sim Free Motorola DEFY Mini
• Sim Free Motorola MOTOLUXE
• Sim Free Motorola RAZR White
• Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Nexus White
• Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Nexus 32GB
• Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Note White

Sim Free Motorola DEFY Mini

Sim Free Motorola MOTOLUXE - Black

Sim Free Motorola RAZR - White

The Motorola RAZR White Sim Free is the white version of the popular and super thin RAZR.  The handset has all the same impressive specs as the original RAZR but now has a stylish white design.

Even though the RAZR’s only 7.1mm thick, it’s super strong thanks to it’s KEVLAR and Gorilla Glass; helping the Super AMOLED screen to display images and details like never before.  This means that the images and videos taken with the 8MP camera and 1080p video recorder are displayed to their full potential, so you’ll never want to miss a moment.

Throw in the speedy, powerful dual core processor and all the features of Motocast and the Motorola RAZR proves it deserves its place in the handset chart.

Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Nexus White

Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Nexus 16GB - White

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus White Sim Free is the updated white version of the monster Samsung Galaxy Nexus handset and if it’s anywhere near as popular as the original Nexus we see this flying off the shelves as soon as it arrives!

The Nexus is the world’s first Android 4.0 handset and the world’s first handset to have a 4.65″ HD sAMOLED display, making it smooth to use and sporting stunning visuals.  Even better the Android Beam and Voice Typing features make sending messages simple and easy, helping to keep you productive.

Add the phone’s 5MP camera, 1.2GHz Dual Core processor and lightning fast 4G capabilities and you know that using the Nexus is a breeze. The White Galaxy Nexus will cost £524.95 when it’s available.

Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Nexus 32GB

Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Nexus 32GB

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus 32GB Sim Free is the same as the original Galaxy Nexus but just with a bumped up amount of memory – a whopping 32GB that is!  So now you can save more photos and videos and have more media on your phone without worrying about running out of memory.  This boosted Nexus will cost £599.95, but it’s worth every extra penny purely for the peace of mind.

Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Note White

Sim Free Samsung Galaxy Note - White

The Samsung Galaxy Note White Sim Free is the gorgeously stylish white version of the original Galaxy Note; the massive 5.3″ Super AMOLED phone/tablet.  The Galaxy Note displays everything is amazing detail and now you have the option of having the white version of the handset to set off your images and display in a new way.

Running a 1.4GHz dual core processor and housing an 8MP camera, the Galaxy Note is super fast and navigation is made even easier with the built in stylus.  It’s slim, stylish, due back in stock next week and costs £554.95 – the Galaxy Note is definitely the model for those who want a tablet but without the size.

Feeling EXTREME? Check out the Jabra EXTREME 2 Bluetooth Headset

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

It’s mean, it’s extreme and it blocks out all the sound around you - the Jabra EXTREME 2 Bluetooth Headset has arrived here at Mobile Fun, costing £49.95.

There’s three things which stand out about this headset and make it Extreme:

• style
• comfort
• sound quality

Jabra EXTREME 2 Bluetooth Headset

The included comfort eargels help to keep you wearing the headset for longer and keep it secure to your ear.  This means that if you have a long distance drive to make, your headset won’t start to feel uncomfortable half way through; with the Jabra EXTREME 2 you’ll forget you’re even wearing a headset.

What makes this headset Extreme though is the amazing sound quality.  The EXTREME 2 uses Noise Blackout 3.0  technology to block out background noise, so you can enjoy your conversations without any disruptions.  You could even be stood in a noisy building yard and the person on the other end of line wouldn’t be able to hear the background noise; it’s that clever.

The EXTREME 2 also uses HD Voice Technology so that you can hear the other person’s voice in the same clarity that they can hear yours.  Throw in the Automatic Volume Control which adjusts the volume based on your environment and it’s almost as if you and the other person are in the same room.

It’s an amazing quality headset for the price but what do you think?  Get in touch on our usual streams!

Three hot accessories for the Kindle Fire

Wednesday, January 18th, 2012

Our friends over the pond in America are enjoying all the Kindle Fire has to offer; the combination of an e-reader and a tablet all rolled up into one stylish Amazon and Android package.  Here in the UK we’re still waiting and hoping that the Kindle Fire will be released; so for those overseas who are lucky enough to have a Kindle Fire or those of you who just want to see what you can get for one.. here’s our three hottest Kindle Fire accessories.

A-Jays One Heavy Bass Impact Earphones

a-Jays One Heavy Bass Impact Earphones

The A-Jays One are one of the most popular headphones sets we sell and at under £20 they’re a bargain, making them the perfect set of Kindle Fire headphones.

Sporting an 8.6mm dynamic drive, the A-Jays One earphones offer rich, deep bass and crystal clear trebles, so you can listen to your music the way it was intended; giving you a better experience than most standard mobile phone headphones.

The wire of the A-Jay One headphones is a clever specially designed table resistant cabling, so no matter how you store the headphones they’ll always be ready to use and knot free.  This is great for when you’re using your Kindle on the go and quickly want to listen to something.

Coming with five different pairs of silicone sleeves, the A-Jays One Earphones will fit most ear sizes comfortably; providing maximum comfort and sound quality.

Martin Fields Screen Protector

Martin Fields Screen Protector

A Kindle Fire screen protector is essential and this Martin Fields one does the job perfectly.  Not only does it protect your Kindle Fire screen from damage by dust and dirt but it does so without taking away any visibility from the Kindle’s display.

These screen protectors are extremely easy to apply and unlike others are washable and reusable meaning they’ll prtect your Kindle’s display for longer.

However, the stand out feature of Martin Fields screen protectors is the built-in UV filters.  These block 99% of the ultraviolet rays radiated from LCD screens to help reduce the strain on your eyes; whilst at the same time protecting the display from sunlight.

Precision cut to fit the Kindle Fire, this screen protector has all the cut-outs needed to keep your Kindle Fire running at all times including one for your Kindle Fire charger.

SD TabletWear Advanced

SD TabletWear Advanced

Topping our hot list is the SD TabletWear advanced Kindle Fire case in purple.  Made from a leather effect material this case not only protects all of your Kindle Fire from day to day bumps and scratches but it also doubles up as a stand, so you can stream media and surf the net at the most comfortable angle for you.

The built-in stand gives you the option of docking your Kindle Fire at a whopping 20 different angles, but then looks like a great pattern on the case when it’s closed.

Unlike other Kindle Fire cover styles the SD TabletWear Advanced protects the screen of your Kindle Fire whilst it’s closed, offering all round protection but full functionality at the same time, as all the ports are accessible.

These are all great Kindle Fire accessories which help to get the most out of the it.  Let us know what you think should be in top 3.