This page on Apple’s web site gives details on a recall which applies to iPhone and some iPod power adapters, mine included. From the Apple site:
Apple has determined that under certain conditions the new ultracompact Apple USB power adapter’s metal prongs can break off and remain in a power outlet, creating a risk of electric shock.
Here’s what the “bad” adapter looks like:
Here’s what the replacement adapter looks like (with the green dot):
MARWARE Sidewinder
The MARWARE Sidewinder is a cool transparent protective case for the 3rd generation iPod Nano. The polycarbonate case provides an exoskeleton-like layer to protect the nano from scratches, drops and impacts. The case also comes with protective film for the screen and the control wheel.
Features
The name Sidewinder name comes from the retractable arm which is for storing the headphone cabling. When not in use the cable is wrapped around the Sidewinder. When listening the Sidewinder arm slides into the back of the case.
Speaking of the case’s back, there’s an interchangeable clip system called “Multidapt” which allows the unit to be mounted on your belt, in your car, on your bike or many other locations.
The Sidewinder is a $25 insurance policy on a nano which could cost several hundred bucks.
In Action
I’m very happy with the Sidewinder. It provides storage for the phone cables which no other case does. My nano is extremely small and I like it to stay that way. The Sidewinder doesn’t bulk up the unit so it stays small even though it is protected.
The Multidapt system is very convenient and allows me to mount my nano in many places. I mount it on my belt, my car dashboard and my golf bag when I’m on the driving range practicing.
Conclusion
The MARWARE iPod Nano Sidewinder case is a great way to protect the unit without making it too big and eliminating the size factor. The convenient cable storage keeps your phones handy with the iPod and tucks away when not needed.
More images
For more images of the MARWARE Sidewinder and other MARWARE products, click here to go to The Mac Space MARWARE gallery.
From the Apple web site:
The iPhone 2.1 software update contains many bug fixes and improvements. To get it, connect your iPhone to your computer using iTunes 8 and click Check for Update.
Update includes:
It is a colorful day in iPod land with the announcement of the new iPod Nanos. Looks like some major upgrades to not only their color and shape, but the operating system too.
