I have a love/hate relationship with external speakers. Cheap speakers aren’t much better than what’s included with your device — computer, iPod, iPhone, etc. High end speakers are, well, they’re high end which often translates as expensive and difficult to set up. (…)

Does someone on your list spend too much time in the car? These gifts can make their trip a little easier. We’re not saying it’s safe to play Crash Bandicoot while driving, but iPhone does have many car-friendly features. Google maps, iTunes, Bluetooth — these are all features that can be utilized to make commuting more tolerable with the right equipment.

Media junkies — whether they love movies, tv, games or music — share a couple of traits: they enjoy being on the cutting edge of technology and they have lots of gadgets. For both these reasons it can be hard to shop for these high-tech folks. (…)

Geeky shutterbugs have fun finding ways to improve the iPhone’s built-in camera. Whether it’s going Macgyver to add a macro lens or actually opening the case to mod the iPhone for close-up photography, iPhone photogs have long sought to improve their cell phone photos. (…)

The iPhone has been a big hit in among gamers. In fact many Xbox and PlayStation games are making their way into the App Store — not to mention the many vintage arcade games that are already there! So, it should come as little surprise that manufacturers have created accessories aimed specifically at those that like to play games on their iPhone. (…)

Whether you’ve had a smartphone before or are finally upgrading from your 1998 brick phone, the iPhone is a whole new type of cell phone. However, the basics still apply and as with any cell phone, you’ll need to replace your accessories. (…)

The Mobile Phone Telescope is a nice add-on to the iPhone and the first of its kind that I’ve seen.
The equipment consists of two pieces - a clear plastic cover for one side of the phone, and another clear plastic cover connected to a basic telescope for the other side. (…)

While testing out a drawing application the other day I came to a realization: While I may have been “born with the ultimate pointing device” (Steve Jobs), my fingers are oversized when it comes to creating fine detail.  I finally understood users that complain about the iPhone’s lack of a stylus. It’s a problem I’ve gotten used to when typing text messages, but when doodling becomes difficult it’s time to find a solution. (…)