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First Looks: Body Glove, Hotromz, iRecharge, Belkin & Pac Rim shuffle
By Jeremy Horwitz
Editor-in-Chief, iLounge
Published: Sunday, September 4, 2005
Category: First Looks
If you haven’t seen Sneak Peeks in The Free iPod Book, you’re missing out on some great advance looks at new iPod accessories. While you download the Book, here are some of the newest accessories that have arrived at iLounge over the past several days:
Full-Sized iPods
Body Glove Fusion Case for iPod 20GB - Click Here for Details
This attractive hard rubber case from wetsuit and cell phone case maker Body Glove features a textured design with an integrated screen protector and swiveling belt clip. It fits 20GB/30GB iPods only, and was a pleasant surprise to see the company stray from its neoprene case leanings.


Hotromz IT in Pink for iPod - Click Here for Details
This furry fabric case covers your entire iPod in a mane of colored yarn and fabric balls. While the iPod’s top is partially exposed to air, the yarn overhangs and typically covers it. A gift box and certificate of authenticity are included.



Lime Regular Peel for iPod - Click Here for Details
This new handmade fabric case from Lime resembles Apple’s early iPod cases in simple design, but has a boom box on its front and a loop on its rear.


iPod mini
Body Glove Fusion Case for iPod mini - Click Here for Details
This attractive hard rubber case from wetsuit and cell phone case maker Body Glove features a textured design with an integrated screen protector and swiveling belt clip. It was a pleasant surprise to see the company stray from its neoprene case leanings. Our sample included a lanyard for optional attachment to the top of the belt clip.


Hotromz Sassy for iPod mini - Click Here for Details
This furry fabric case covers your entire iPod mini in a mane of colored yarn. While the mini’s top is partially exposed to air, the yarn overhangs and typically covers it. A gift box and certificate of authenticity are included.


Lime Mini Flip Case for iPod mini - Click Here for Details
This handmade fabric case from Lime flips open, covering your iPod’s face until you’re ready to use it, and keeping its screen protected with clear plastic inside.


iPod shuffle
Belkin Sports Jacket for iPod shuffle - Click Here for Details
These three simple silicone rubber cases come in three colors, with one total lanyard and three matching covers for your standard USB cap.


Body Glove Fusion Case with Lanyard for iPod shuffle - Click Here for Details
This attractive and unique hard rubber iPod shuffle case from wetsuit and cell phone case maker Body Glove features a textured design with an integrated Control Pad protector and swiveling belt clip. It was a pleasant surprise to see the company stray from its neoprene case leanings. Our sample included a lanyard for optional attachment to the top of the belt clip.


Compact Power Systems iRecharge Rechargeable Battery Pack for iPod shuffle - Click Here for Details
This elaborate iPod shuffle rechargeable battery set includes a pack that promises 40 hours of additional playtime, a USB charging cable and three colored rubber cases. A buy one get one free deal is advertised prominently on the packaging, adding to its value.


Hotromz Exotica iPodica - Sultry for iPod shuffle - Click Here for Details
This furry fabric case covers your entire iPod shuffle in a mane of colored yarn. While the shuffle’s top is partially exposed to air, the yarn overhangs and typically covers it. A gift box and certificate of authenticity are included.


Pacific Rim Technologies iPod Shuffle Accessory Kit - Click Here for Details
This collection of accessories includes a wearable headphone lanyard and two replacement USB caps.


We’ll have plenty more to say on these new iPod accessories in the days to come - and there are some other surprises in store, too. For other great accessories, again, check out the Free iPod Book, available now! Earlier features on Nyko’s Movie Player and iLounge Loves Japan are stil available online, as well.
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