So finally you’ve got your new iPhone 4 after craving for it for few months. But if you’re really an iPhone lover, you may want to consider these 5 accessories for your new ‘toy’. As we all know, the iPhone 4 has a known signal reception issue, so you need to carefully choose accessories that protects as well as improves your iPhone cellular signal reception.
1. iPhone 4 Bumper Casing
The retail price of this case is $29, but the recent announcement by Steve Jobs that Apple is giving away free bumpers to iPhone 4 users as a gesture of goodwill is really a good news. However, the whether this apply to US residents only or will be extended internationally, is still not confirmed. But even if it is not, I think $29 is worth it for an iPhone, because unlike a normal 3G mobile phone, iPhone is much more delicate thus requires to be handled with extra care.
2. iPhone 4 Docking Station
The iPhone 4 docking station or iPhone 4 Dock allows easy charging or syncing of your iPhone. There is also an audio line out port that let you connect it to powered speaker using an optional audio cable. The docking station also works with other iPhone accessories including USB power adapter and the AV cables.
3. Duct Tape
If you really refuse to spend $29 for a bumper casing for you new iPhone, then consider using a duct tape. Yes, by applying duct tape to the left side of the phone, it will reduce skin contact that is believe to cause the poor signal reception. But this will definitely make your iPhone 4 ugly!.
4. Ultimate Ears TripleFi 10vi
Never ever consider getting this earphone unless you are ready to punch a hole to your pocket. With the price tag of $516, you will get the superb quality of sound in your ears. Enjoy the lows, mids and highs of your music from this tiny earpiece. It also allows you to take your phone calls using an integrated mic.
5. Audio Technica ATH-SQ5
If you dislike the standard earphones shipped along with your iPhone 4, but do not want to cause your pocket to suffer, the Audio Technica SQ5 may be your perfect choice. With the price of less $100, it delivers a decent quality with good bass performance.