Spring brings some of the most stylish new releases for your iPad, iPhone, and MacBook. MacTribe takes you down to Techie Trendy town for a chance to fulfill your obsession.
Accessory Geek
Well folks, you might not be able to get the iPhone 4 in white...yet...but you can get a fix of sorts over at Accessory Geek with their Hard Cover White Wood case. It's all-natural Gmelina wood that covers all the important bits without restricting your access to your home button or ports and it comes with four different padding strips in two thicknesses so you can get the fit just right. Screen protectors are included as well, if you're inclined to use them. Pick one up while they're on sale and let the case's curved corners and natural wood grain make your iPhone beautiful--naturally!
www.accessorygeeks.com | Price: $19.99
Griffin Technology/ThreadlessThe newest update to the iPod touch has spawned some truly artistic cases, and the collaboration between Threadless and Griffin is responsible for more than their fair share. Griffins cases are a natural choice for protecting your gear without bulking it up, and hey--if you want a t-shirt to match you stylin' new case Threadless has got you covered! Original art from their community of artists can adorn your torso or your gadgets with equal flair, and with twenty first-editions available for a range of Apple products you'd better work fast. Electric Jellyfish and Radio Activity are our faves, but we're sure to see even more brilliant pieces come from this matched pair.
www.griffintechnology.com | Price: $34.99
Griffin/AdidasIf you’re already an adidas miCoach user we know you’re hooked; if not, this new armband designed with miCoach in mind will make a convert out of you! This lightweight sports armband features a nylon strap that really stays in place and a sweat proof screen to keep your device working as hard as you do. Port access and a built in key holder make this armband ready to go the distance straight out of the box. Download the adidas miCoach app free on iTunes and use it in conjunction with the Griffin band to get the most out of the customizable workouts: miCoach will talk you through the workout, analyze your calories, pace and progress, and keep you motivated while the armband keeps your iPhone or iPod touch secure and safe while you’re on the move.
www.griffintechnology.com/products/adidas-micoach-armband | Price: $29.99
Luxa2Our good friends over at Luxa2 have hit a home run again with their latest iPad accessory. If you need a little more mobile protection than their gorgeous H4 stand check out the PA4, a calf-skin leather book-cover style case that gives you four adjustable stand angles for viewing. The sophisticated materials mean this case is equally at home whether you're working or playing and comes with an interior buckle to keep everything in place as well as a detachable wrist strap to make sure your iPad stays in your hand, instead of on the floor!
http://usa.luxa2.com | Price: $TBA
Harajuku LoversThese masters of whimsy have become a brand to reckon with (recently embraced with a custom line for Gwen Stefani), and now ladies everywhere are reveling in its cuteness. Elements of American style and Japanese flair are apparent in this 13" MacBook laptop sleeve available through the Apple Store. Multi-colored zippers, three real buttons to wear or pin on other bags and accessories, a cool print that looks encrusted with buttons...what more could you ask for? Protective lining? Water-resistant fabric? This sleeve has those features, too.
Store.apple.com | Price: $34.95
Marc JacobsIf you need a more sophisticated style to take on trips or to the office, where better to look than Marc by Marc Jacobs? The brand is known for their unique stylings and funky chic, and now you can show the world that your Mac loves Marc, too! The bright, logo embossed cases come in three sizes: iPad, 13" and 15" laptop cases. They each feature a two way zipper, a logo plaque on the front and center of the case and rounded edges to minimize catching and tearing. With the jumbled logo letters and pink, purple or turquoise shades the only problem we're going to have is not buying all of them.
www.neimanmarcus.com | Price: $38.00-$48.00 depending on size
Juicy CoutureIf you'd rather rotate your cases constantly but remain on the forward edge of fashion give Juicy Couture a shot--their set of three iPhone cases are fun, protective and (most importantly) sparkly. Tailored to fit iPhone 3G, 3GS and 4, these soft jelly cases keep the world at bay but make sure it knows you're coming.
www.juicycouture.com | Price: $58.00
Melissa Beth
Melissa Beth has long been a favorite of the editors at MacTribe and with the new Slim Tote Laptop bag you can continue to support small business and look chic. Granted, they're growing quickly, but still, you get the idea! The super fun velour exterior wraps your laptop in cushiony comfort while the slim briefcase style cuts out the extra nonsense to keep your gear close and safe when you're dodging foot traffic. Top handles and a detachable shoulder strap give you carrying options and fun extras like the interior contrast lining and pretty color choices put this laptop bag over the top. Available in small and large sizes.www.melissabeth.com/Slim-Tote-Laptop-Bag.html | $139.00
TenbaRugged, durable and no nonsense bags are the hallmarks of Tenba's messenger series, and the Mini Photo bag sticks to the tried and true. Removable dividers let you decide which lenses and cameras you bring with you on your shoots and keep them snug during transit. Alternatively, you can remove them all and have a great carry everything bag perfectly sized for some stuff plus your iPad, netbook or 13" MacBook. Available in seven colors ranging from basic black to a vibrant plum and has enough pockets and buckles to make the most bell-and-whistle happy techie pleased as punch.
www.tenba.com/products | Price: $97.95
Case-Mate: SignatureFor those of us loathe to let our iPhone 4 leave our sight, Case-Mate came up with another brilliant solution in this leather case and holster combination. Keep it on your belt or clipped into a pocket and enjoy the snug fit of the case into the holster and the comfort of a multi-directional 360-degree belt clip for instant adjustments. Italian leather wraps around an impact resistant molded shell for serious protection from drops and falls while your phone is out of its holster and complete isolation from the elements is achievable with the included Screen Protection clip. Perfect for keeping your iPhone in sight and in mind instead of in the bottom of your purse or briefcase, this slim and stylish solution is just what you need if you’re serious about your iPhone’s safety.
http://www.case-mate.com | Price: $49.99
IFrogz
If you want to have a little more fun with your case try the iFrogz luxelean, a metallic hard shell snap on: its bright colors really complement Apple’s sleek design. The cobalt blue is our absolute favorite.
http://ifrogz.com/proddetail.php?prod=IPAD-LL | Price: $29.99
The iFrogz Envoy is business on the outside but hippie on the inside—the case is made of faux leather so animal-loving Apple fans can tote their gear in a cool case that’s cruelty free.
http://ifrogz.com/proddetail.php?prod=IPAD-NV | Price: $29.99
Remember jelly sandals? The iFrogz Softgloss case is made from the same material and it’s retro and fun. We especially like the translucent materials since they let your iPad’s natural beauty shine through.
http://ifrogz.com/proddetail.php?prod=IPAD-SG | Price: $29.99
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Apple 2011
Apple is approximately 20% of the Nasdaq index and therefore is the market, so as the indices of the US markets move, so does Apple. This could be a vicious circle or virtuous circle depending on your point of view, but no matter how much circularity there is in a boom or a bubble it can't hope to keep things going indefinitely. But the first law of investing is: "don't fight the tape" and Apple's progress is fantastically strong. While the value of the company is huge, the P/E, a measure of value as a ratio of profits, is almost reasonable at 22. That is to say Apple's share price is mighty but so are its profits. At $335 Apple is still 20% away from overtaking Exxon as the top dog of US industry so you can imagine there is still further upside.
Apple 400?
With the market in a strong bull phase and the Apple magic still strong, a bear like me needs to stay in the woods until further notice, grumbling that it will all come to a sticky end soon enough. Will we see $400 a share? With the current market running hot and Apple in new high territory and the darling of the market, only a fool would bet against it. However that is not a reason to bet on it either.
Apple Market Report
Everyone's taking a tilt at Apple. If it's not a never-ending stream of iPhone clones, it's a wave of iPad look-a-likes. You'd have thought that would be enough to pull Apple's stock price down. Not a bit of it. Apple's stock has made a very strong move towards new highs after a nasty dip which would have shaken the resolve of even the bravest investor.
Since late August the stock has shot up 15%. The overall market has done pretty well and the tech-heavy Nasdaq, which Apple is part of, has done even better. Yet even still Apple has flown up even further with little apparent resistance.
Apple is still leagues ahead of its competition and it could simply be that now the market has had a look at the me-too emulators they are re-assured of Apple supremacy for quite some time. However, Apple's valuation remains lofty and for now - at least - it is trading in the $240-$280 price channel it's been stuck in for six months. Can it break out and head into the $300-$400 range? The strength of its recent rally suggests yes, its medium-term channel of trading says no. The way I look at it is Apple has gone up 500% in the last five years; it's unlikely to go up 50% from here, ever. As such, a long-term investor doesn't really need to even look. Within 10 or 20%, this is the highest Apple is ever going to get. Do you have the answer? Tell us on Twitter!
