The great people over at Vaja sent me a review unit of the Limited Edition Black & Red leather case. If you check Vaja’s web site over at Vajacases.com, there’s a lot of choices when it comes to protecting your prized investment, which is the iPhone. However, this particular Black & Red leather case suits my preference a lot.

Appearance first. On the outside of the case, you’ll notice the nice textures of the heavily grained black leather coupled with Vaja’s signature logo attached. Although it looks very rough, the leather is actually quite smooth to the touch and adds a little help when gripping the device. On the inside you’ll find a contrastingly smooth Vaja logo-embossed leather in red. This particular color combination seems to be very well thought out – the red makes an otherwise boring black exciting.

On the back of the device, you’ll notice an extra puff which trades thickness for some added protection. The corner on the back was cut out to give space for the camera, which I believe some of us would not like due to the extra exposure given to that particular area. When I first installed the casing onto my iPhone 3GS, I had a little trouble due to the camera lens being obstructed by the casing. A few pushes later and everything’s fine.

Comparing this case with the other Vaja case for my iPod touch that I reviewed, the Black n’ Red has got one main difference – the cover opens to the bottom of the device instead. Charging this device means having to open the case, which is a small matter. Aside to that, the case does provide a substantial coverage when closed, exposing only the silent and volume controls as well as the headphone jack at the top.

The Black n’ Red costs $80 (an additional $5 if you opt for the version with an Ultra Clip) is definitely a premium product. But do keep in mind that you are paying for a high-quality hand-made leather product with its very own distinctive class and design.

Check out Vaja’s web site for more information and to purchase.

Rating: 4.5/5.0 Taps

Accessories Data
Product name: Vaja iVolution Black n’ Red Limited Edition Leather Case for iPhone 3G/3GS | Manufactured by: Vaja Corp | Purchase from: Vaja Corp, starts @ $80.00 | Compatible with: iPhone 3G/3GS

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You can start pre-ordering the said cases from Proporta. Head on over to their site and check it out!

The new Apple 5G iPod nano looks set to be a typically beautiful new product from the Apple stable, building on the already impressive 4G nano by adding a camera and improving the size of the screen.

But this sexy little number will need careful looking after, and a task like that should only be entrusted to the best. This is where Proporta come in, with a range of custom made accessories specially made for the 5G iPod nano offering all the protection you need. Whether it’s the handmade signature Aluminium Lined Leather Case, that features a sheet of lightweight, aircraft grade aluminium to guard against crushing and screen damage, or the uber stylish Ted Baker Leather Case, exclusive to Proporta. Everything you need to keep your 5G iPod nano looking immaculate is featured in the full selection here. From screen protectors and protective bags, to in car chargers and a wide range of cases, Proporta has got it covered.

Seriously, head over to Proporta’s site and look for 5G iPod nano!

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Having been in the mobile tech industry for over 13 years now, Proporta boasts a range of more than 2700 accessories for your iPod or iPhone, ranging from some ridiculously useful charging solutions to stylish (and protective) cases.

Hit this link and check out great discounts on accessories for your favorite iPod or iPhone. Prices start from as low as $7.75 and is valid for the month of July 2009!

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Why don’t choose from Proporta’s range of custom made cases and accessories to protect your spanking brand new iPhone 3G S, just in time when you get your new iPhone 3G S.

Select from a range of aluminium lined protection, or thin but ridiculously touch soft-feel silicon case. If you think that the oleophobic coating that comes default on the iPhone 3G S is not sufficient to protect the screen, then feel free to have it covered with a Proporta Advanced Screen Protector.

Getting started is easy. Hit the link below, then click on iPhone from the menu on the left and select Apple iPhone 3G S (June 2009). Don’t forget that the Proporta Store also features over 2,700 products for your favorite device!

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Imagine running out of battery power on your iPhone while waiting for the important client’s call? What about the days when you are away on vacation and you need all the battery power on your iPod to accompany your journey?

Proporta’s solution – the universal emergency charger travel kit.

Proporta offers the Universal Emergency Charger in two different packages. For an additional £5 (~ $6), they will throw in an additional World AC Power Adapter as well as the Dual USB In-Vehicle Charger, which we reviewed previously. The great guys and gals over at Proporta was generous enough to send me a review unit, which is the more complete version with both adapters.

First in the package, you’ll find (obviously) the Universal Emergency Charger. It’s appearance – sleek and slim, almost smaller than a deck of cards. Although slimmer, its white color reminds me of my first 40GB iPod photo. Inside the unit is a high powered rechargeable battery that is capable of storing an impressive 2500 mAh of power. That amount of power means the unit is capable of charging your iPhone, iPod touch, iPod, mobile phones, GPS, digital cameras or almost any devices that can be powered from a USB port. I mentioned ‘almost any devices’ because the device somehow would not charge my PS3’s SixAxis controller. It seems a little weird, but I could charge the PS3 controller using my laptop. The Universal Emergency Charger can be charged from any USB ports (yes, charge from USB port and charge other devices with a USB port *grin*).

Although the Universal Emergency Charger is already pre-charged to about 50-75%, it is highly recommended that you charge the Universal Emergency Charger to its full 100% capacity before charging your other devices with the unit. A charge indicator that also serves as a power gauge lets you know when the device is fully charged. Depending on your devices’ power consumption, the Universal Emergency Charger is capable of up to three full charges. I managed to fully charge my iPod touch three times during one of the tests.

Accompanying the Universal Emergency Charger is a package full of connectors. There are six in total, one universal connector for the iPhone/iPod, a Nokia ’slim’ charger (suitable for newer Nokia models), one Sony Ericsson and one Samsung mobile phone connector, a PSP charger connector as well as a (universal) micro-USB connector. This package alone covers almost 99% of the devices out there. A retractable cable connects these connectors to the USB port on the Universal Emergency Charger.

Charging your devices with the Universal Emergency Charger is simple. Choose the right connector, plug one end to your device, then connect the other end to the USB port on the charger. The charge indicator on the charger also acts to inform you if it is charging your device. Simple.

Next in the package is Proporta’s USB Travel Charger, a great addition to your arsenal of chargers, especially when travelling. Using the charger is simple. Snap in the appropriate adaptor for your region, then insert the device that you want to charge into the USB port before plugging in the charger to a wall socket. Adaptors for UK, European, Australasia and USA are included in the package. Also, the device automatically switches itself to accept input voltage from 110 to 240 volts at 50-60 Hz, suitable for use worldwide. As with all standard USB chargers, the charger is fit for use with any electronic devices that requires less than 1000 milliamps of power.

Last but not least, is the Proporta Dual USB In-Vehicle Charger. This small little charger works its magic from any standard car cigarette lighter and is capable of charging up to two USB devices. Simply plug in the device and attach the USB connector to your device to charge it in the usual way. Read about this charger in our review: Proporta’s Dual USB In-Vehicle Charger.

The verdict? This is a complete charging package for any road warrior and power user, including regular users who would appreciate this even more during the days when they run out of charge. Anything (almost) that charges thru USB, charges with the Universal Emergency Charger!

As mentioned earlier, you options are to either get the full package or just the charger solution. The full package will set you back by about £44.95 (~ $56.95) while the charger only package will cost you £39.95 (~ $50.95). At the difference of a few bucks, I’d suggest that you get the full package. All orders from Proporta are covered by their Lifetime Warranty and Never Argue Exchange Guarantee – as well as a pack of English Breakfast tea.

Check out the Proporta Universal Emergency Charger – Travel Kit from the Proporta Store. Hit the banner below for the jump. It’s the best time to buy now with Proporta currently running its last offer for this month.

Rating: 4.5/5.0 Taps

Accessories Data
Product name: Proporta Universal Emergency Charger – Travel Kit | Manufactured by: Proporta Ltd | Purchase from: Proporta Ltd @ £44.95 (~ $56.95) | Compatible with: most USB devices

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