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The Best Speakers, Cases & Other iPhone 5 Accessories

"You know when you drop your iPhone while running on the treadmill and it hits the conveyer belt and flies into the wall behind you, shattering into a million pieces? Don’t let that happen."

The new iPhone is finally here, and if you were lucky enough to get your hands on one, you’re probably in need of some new accessories. Here are some products that will help protect your iPhone and make it more useful.
Valentine Goods Stingray Leather iPhone 5 Back
Price: $60
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Think Different. That was once Apple’s slogan. But now Thinking Different means being at the same table with seven other iPhones  while you all work on your blog on your iPads. These leather backs from Valentine Goods will give you a little bit of individuality. Case in point: the iPhone 5 stingray leather back. It’s unique, stylish and you can easily remove it with no mess. All of the cases are handmade in New York City and come in a variety of colors, textures and finishes.

Lightning To USB Cable
Price: 23.99
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It's always nice to have an extra one of these babies around. They seem to go missing nearly as much as the earbuds do. We’re into this generic option. We’re Appleheads and all, but 40 bucks for a cable is a bit much.

Jawbone JAMBOX
Price: $166.62
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There are a lot of portable speakers out there, but this small, wireless speaker not only is incredibly cool looking but also gives you big, rich, high-quality sound from your laptop or iPhone. You can even use it for conference calls with iChat or Skype.  Its stainless-steel construction and rubber coating make it a sturdy option to take anywhere you want, and the design will turn some heads, to be sure.

Apple TV
Price: $99
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The latest Apple TV lets you stream from all of your iOS devices using AirPlay, meaning you can finally play Angry Birds on your big screen. Obviously this is a priority.

New Apple EarPods
Price: $29
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The new EarPods are a big step up from the earbuds of just a few weeks ago. They feature deeper, richer sound while fitting to your ear better than the old model. Oh, and there's the essential remote and mic so you can make it seem like you’re talking to yourself like a crazy person.

Bose AE2i Audio Headphones
Price: $179.99
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While, yes, the new EarPods are a big upgrade, they ain’t no Bose headphones. These things obviously sounds great, but they’re also comfortable. This is key for long plane rides. And just like your EarPods, they feature a remote and mic.

iOttie iPhone 5 Dashboard Car Mount
Price: $19.99Check it out.
Talking on the phone while driving is this decade’s smoking while doing anything, so grab this dashboard mount for hands-free action (which will also help you avoid pricey fines). Also with Apple map’s turn-by-turn navigation, your iPhone just replaced your Garmin.



Plantronics Voyager LEGEND + Bluetooth Headset
Price: $99.99
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If you must use a Bluetooth headset, at least make it subtle -- like this one from Plantronics. It has all the bells and whistles you need while while being subtle enough to go relatively unnoticed. Remember: Nobody thinks it’s cool to look like a cyborg. When you’re not using it, for the love of God, take it out of your ear.

Apple Lightning to 30pin Adapter
Price: $15.99
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If you weren’t aware, the iPhone 5 has a smaller dock port called Lightning. In order to guarantee that the new iPhone alarm clock you just bought and the 83 Apple cables you have strewn around the place aren’t immediately garbage, pick up this adapter that allows all those 30-pin cables and accessories to connect to the iPhone 5 and any future devices featuring the Lightning connector.

Photive Hybrid iPhone 5 Bumper Case
Price: $9.95
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The Bumper is the only way to go if you want a lightweight case that will protect your phone from drunken drops on the pavement, but also shows off that sleek new backside.

Carved Mahogany iPhone 5 Wood Skin
Price: $19
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Bring your technology closer to nature by adding a little wood to it. This front and back cover is made of real wood. It features a sealed coating that keeps the wood looking great, and you can remove and reapply the skin at any time. And if mahogany ain’t your thing, the company has a variety of different woods and designs. Plus, they are all hand-made in the good ol’ U.S. of A. Nothing like looking stylish while buying American at the same time.

X-Mini II Capsule Speaker
Price: $20.27
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This may not be an iPhone 5-specific speaker, but it’s definitely useful. So many times we find ourselves huddling around tiny iPhone/iPod speakers, shushing people because "HERE COMES THE BEST PART!" With a portable speaker like this and 12 hours of battery life, you can share music with your friends anywhere you damn well please.

Skinomi TechSkin Screen Protector
Price: $2.95
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The iPhone boasts a gorgeous 1080p screen -- that is, until you scratch the hell out of it on your Levi’s rivets or by simply tossing it on the table. Keep that picture crystal clear with a screen protector. You can’t go wrong at three bucks either.

Bear Motion Flip Folio Case
Price: $9.99
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This leather-esque case flips open from the top so you’ll feel like Woodward and Bernstein while texting away on your iPhone. Except instead of busting open Watergate, you’ll probably just be texting that girl you met at the bar the other night.
Belkin EaseFit Armband
Price: $19.99
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You know when you drop your iPhone while running on the treadmill and it hits the conveyer belt and flies into the wall behind you, shattering into a million pieces? Don’t let that happen. If you didn’t pick up one of these armbands for your previous iPhone, get off on the right foot by getting one of these specifically designed for the iPhone 5.
OtterBox Defender Series
Price: $49.95Check it out.

If you’re tough on your phone, you might consider a case from OtterBox’s Defender Series. They come in a ton of different colors, with three-layer protection, a built-in screen protector and a belt clip for when you’re on the go.


Luvvitt CRISTAL Hard Shell Anti-Scratch Case
Price: $14.95
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The downside of those big rubber cases is that they're just so clunky that when you pull them out of your pocket, everything else comes with it. Plus, they cover that stylish Apple design. This Luvvitt Cristal case is both minimalist and see-through.




Case-Mate Barely There Case
Price: $30
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This matte-black case is a nice alternative to the see-through version above. With minimal bulk, it still gives your phone protection from the elements.

iPhone 5 Apps 

InstaPaper
Price: $2.99Check it out.
Instapaper saves online articles for you to read later. So that long article you can’t read because you’re at work? Save it, and read it on your commute home. Easy.

FIFA SOCCER 13 by EA Sports
Price: $6.99
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Really take advantage of that new screen with FIFA 13 from EA Sports. It’s been optimized for the iPhone 5 and it features 30 leagues and 500 teams so you can play as Man U or one of the more obscure sides.  You can even play online against your pals (or complete randoms) and get some real-life rivalries going.

Flipboard
Price: FreeCheck it out.

Flipboard is like your own personal magazine featuring content that’s been shared with you via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr or just about anywhere. You can also view articles from publications like Rolling Stone and The New York Times.

Touchgrind BMX
Price: $4.99
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Voted one of last year's best games, Touchgrind BMX is already optimized for the iPhone 5. Like most iPhone games, its greatness comes from its simplicity.


How to Cook Everything
Price: $9.99Check it out.
Let’s face it: Figuring out what to cook is one of life’s greatest frustrations. How To Cook Everything makes that part of your life just a little bit easier. The cookbook features over 2,000 recipes from NY Times columnist Mark Bittman, over 400 illustrations and other handy information. It even has built-in timers so you don’t overdo that delicious dish you just whipped up.

Corkulous Pro
Price: $1.99Check it out.

Corkulous Pro is a cork board in your palm. Pin up photos, notes, reminders, goals and to-do lists, and share them between all your devices. 

Credit : Ask Men