Up till lately, Apple accent makers had been unable to make Lightning cables with plugs as thin as Apple’s — they had been required to make use of thicker plugs that generally had issues connecting to circumstances. On the 2015 CES, Just Mobile confirmed AluCable LED ($25), which makes use of newer Apple connectors to create the thinnest metal-jacketed Lightning cable but, eradicating case compatibility points whereas including metallic model. Markedly improved over the prior AluCable on the identical worth, the brand new gold model matches the newest iPhone and iPad colours, as effectively.
The USB plug notably has a MagSafe-style LED in-built that shifts shade to point charging standing, similar to Apple’s laptops. Pictures of that characteristic, plus particulars on a brand new reversible USB automobile charger, a brand new iPhone battery pack, and a golden model of Simply Cell’s iconic Encore stand, are all under…
The LED on AluCable LED modifications colours because it’s related to a USB energy supply, reflecting present charging standing.
The brand new Highway Duo ($40), which features a coiled Lightning cable and a USB port for connection of one other cable, is the primary to incorporate a reversible USB connector. This makes it dramatically simpler to attach any present USB cable you will have even whereas fumbling with the plug in a dimly-lit recess of your automobile.
Encore, a incredible iPad stand beforehand launched by Simply Cell, has been up to date with a gold model on the identical $60 worth level as the unique silver mannequin – one we extremely advocate for its elegant design and adjustability.
BakPak ($70) is a significant departure for the metal-focused battery maker, shifting to an all-plastic and rubber design with a pop-out Lightning cable on the underside and a pop-out USB charging cable on the highest. Designed to be appropriate with all iPhones by strapping on with rubber bands as wanted, it’s an easier (and fewer agency) resolution than a correctly tailor-made battery case, however extra common. A 3000mAh battery is inside.
Final however not least, Simply Cell debuted new iPhone 6/6 Plus circumstances made with nappa leather-based and aluminum. One of many circumstances is a flip-style design with a stand and talent to rotate the iPhone round for video functions, whereas the opposite combines an aluminum body with a leather-based again to good impact.
Many of the new merchandise above are anticipated across the finish of the primary quarter 2015. They don’t but have product pages on Simply Cell’s web page, however prior versions can be found online here.
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