Smartphones and accessories Part 2

Part two of our look at new smartphones and accessories on the market.

It seems that pretty much everyone owns a smartphone these days. Andrew Wooden takes a look at some new releases and everything that goes with them...

EARBUDS

SRP: £9.99 Distributor: Computer Gear

They say: The perfect and essential companion to your Smartphone. A sleek and lightweight design makes these earbuds comfortable and very easy to wear. These are the essential earbuds for any on-the-go music lover.

TICK TOCK DOCK

SRP: £59.99 Distributor: Computers Unlimited

They say: Dock and set your alarm on your iPod/iPhone for a great start to your day with the retro- styled Tick Tock Dock alarm clock speaker system by Edifier. The two 360 degree omni-directional full range speakers allow for multi- directional rich sound that can be controlled with ease using your docked iPod/iPhone for playlist navigation, FM tuning and volume control. A pivoting iPod/iPhone dock allows users to hide the dock and use the clock, FM radio independently, or other audio sources by connecting to the auxiliary input.

Specs: FM radio function, 11⁄2 inch omni-directional, full range speakers, volume, track navigation, FM tuner, alarm settings and input selection controls.

SOUND CUBE

SRP: £14.99 Distributor: Computer Gear

They say: This pocket size speaker is perfect for travel, holidays, camping, festivals, home, garden, and gaming. It may be small in size, bit it’s big on sound.

PANASONIC RP-HJE130E-K IN-EAR HEADPHONES

SRP: £18.99 Distributor: DirekTek Distribution

They say: These superior comfort stereo earphones have three sizes of ear cups and a frequency response of 6Hz - 23kHz.

NOKIA LUMIA

SRP: £429.99 Distributor: Micro-P

They say: Head-turning design with the best social experience. Instant social and image sharing and an excellent browsing experience with the IE9.

Specs: 3.7-inch display, 1.4 Ghz single core processor, Windows Phone 7.

JIVO JELLIE EARPHONES LIQUORCE

SRP: £7.99 Distributor: VIP Computers

They say: The Jivo Jellies - where fashion meets function. Available in a range of cool colours, the Jivo Jellies are sure to suit your taste. Featuring an innovative tangle resistant cord to maximize your comfort and including 2 pairs of ear-tips to guarantee a secure fit. The Jellies in-ear canal style and varied ear tip choices help to increase isolation from ambient noise, so you can focus on enjoying your music as its meant to be heard.

PEBBLE SMARTSTICK RANGE

SRP: £39.95 Distributor: Westcoast, Peak

They say: Charge your portable device on the move without the need for mains power. Small and light enough to carry around in your bag, the Pebble Smartstick portable emergency charger will provide your mobile device with up to one additional charge, charging most popular devices including iPhone, iPod, Blackberry, Sony Ericsson and devices that use mini or micro USB.

PORT 201152 SANTA FE IPHONE 4 CASE

SRP: £12.99 Distributor: VIP Computers

They say: Smart Phones and in particularly the iPhone from Apple have revolutionized communications in the 21st Century. We take our iPhones everywhere and use them to do everything from read email to book holidays not forgetting the 1.7 hours a day we reportedly spend on our mobile phone. For all its brilliance the iPhone is still a delicate piece of machinery and one drop on a hard floor can smash a screen or even worse. This is why many people have some sort of case to protect their iPhone and two of the best cases around are made by Port Designs.

SONY ERICSON XPERIA ARC S

SRP: £369 Distributor: Various

They say: Shoot and save your pictures in a snap, with the Xperia arc S Android smartphone powered by a lightning fast 1.4GHz turbo processor. Get all the games, apps and videos, without the wait, plus with 3D sweep you can capture stunning panoramas and show them off on a 3D or HD TV. Bright just got more brilliant.
Specs: 1.4GHz processor, 3D Sweep Panorama, 8.1 MP camera.

EXSPECT EX370

SRP: £19.99 Distributor: Gem

They say: Handcrafted from high grade Nappa leather, this stylish and elegant slip case from Exspect will ensure your Apple iPhone 4/4S is fully protected from everyday bumps and scratches. With a simple and effective pull tab release and a soft interior you can be ensured your device will be protected by your case at all times.

NERO KWIK MOBILE SYNC

SRP: £20.50 Distributor: Koch Media

They say: The ultimate sync for PC & Android. Sync music, videos, and photos wirelessly or via USB so you can take your digital media with you anywhere.

Specs: Wireless connection with all Android devices versions 2.2 and above, USB connection with all devices supporting USB mass storage mode.

LIQUID WOOD RANGE

SRP: £19.99 Distributor: Hama

They say: A leather smartphone case, but it’s the inner bit that’s exciting – the phone holder itself is recyclable and compostable.

ACME BH-20 BLUETOOTH STEREO HEADSET WITH MICROPHONE AND TOUCH BUTTON

SRP: £40.49 Distributor: Interactive Ideas

They say: ACME presents the subtle designed wireless earphones. They are ideal for those who are sick and tired of all the troublesome wires. Take your communication with friends to another level.