Recently we took a look at iPhone cases that were so ridiculous they went beyond the threshold of even usable; today, we are going to take a look at a collection of mobile accessories for both phones and tablets that range from funny and weird to just plain dangerous.
Just in case you disagree and think any of these items are a must-have, we’ve taken the liberty of including the product links in the slide titles.
Without further ado, here are 15 of the most ridiculous mobile accessories that we could dig up.
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Why
bother with pesky Bluetooth devices or wired headsets when you can just
attach your entire phone to your head? For just $14.99 + $4.85 shipping
and handling, you can do just that and look like a complete idiot at no
extra charge.
Cell-Mate
http://www.cell-mateus.com/
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Textees allow even the fattest of fingers to text with ease. It is a “fingertip texting device, which has an adjustable stylus tip.” They come in 2 sizes: “small/medium” and “large/xlarge”, which in itself makes little to no sense. They come in 6 colors and cost $12.95 a set.
Doubting the power of Textees? Just take a look at some of these testimonials from their website!
Mark Arnold out of Atlanta, GA says, “I’m actually striking the right keys.” Hooray for Mark!
Ravin P. from Savannah, GA remarks, “Thanks for creating these. I LUV 2 TXT!” Not as much as you LUV 2 abbr thgs, but keep on enjoying!
Earl C. from Key West, FL says, “I text all day and this makes my life easier!” Really? Ok. We would be curious to know if Earl C. rocks Textees all day long.
Doubting the power of Textees? Just take a look at some of these testimonials from their website!
Mark Arnold out of Atlanta, GA says, “I’m actually striking the right keys.” Hooray for Mark!
Ravin P. from Savannah, GA remarks, “Thanks for creating these. I LUV 2 TXT!” Not as much as you LUV 2 abbr thgs, but keep on enjoying!
Earl C. from Key West, FL says, “I text all day and this makes my life easier!” Really? Ok. We would be curious to know if Earl C. rocks Textees all day long.
Textees
http://www.mytextees.com
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We would love to explain to you exactly what this is, but words cannot do it justice. Thankfully the good people at TV Hat have created this very helpful video showcasing all of its features.
Unfortunately, it does not look like TV Hat is iPad compatible.
Unfortunately, it does not look like TV Hat is iPad compatible.
TV Hat
https://www.buytvhatnow.com/
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Need a pad for your iPad? iMaxi has got you covered with the only Apple iPad case made with protective wings. The iMaxi is available from HipHandMaids on Etsy. There have been a variety of color combinations created including, classic white, white with blue, green, or pink vinyl shell, and the entirely way, way, way too literal white with red center.
iMaxi
http://www.etsy.com/shop/hiphandmaids/sold
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We love renewable energy as much as the next person, but this doesn’t seem like the right application. The 10 Watt Folding Solar Panel is a $300 accessories that allows you to charge your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch with the sun’s rays.
While there may be some specific application for this, like some sort of scientific excursion that requires additional power for keeping data on a tablet, chances are the average person isn’t going to unfold the almost 4 square foot mat to play an extended session of Angry Birds at their kids soccer game.
As far as emergency situations with no power go, we’ve watched our fair share of Man vs. Wild and never once has Bear Grylls pulled out a solar powered iPad to survive.
While there may be some specific application for this, like some sort of scientific excursion that requires additional power for keeping data on a tablet, chances are the average person isn’t going to unfold the almost 4 square foot mat to play an extended session of Angry Birds at their kids soccer game.
As far as emergency situations with no power go, we’ve watched our fair share of Man vs. Wild and never once has Bear Grylls pulled out a solar powered iPad to survive.
10 Watt Folding Solar Panel
http://www.quickertek.com/products/10Wsolar.php
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This
product comes to us from Japan. It is an iPhone charger that looks like
an umbilical cord. It also performs a feeding motion as you can see in
the video. Besides being overall disgusting, it also appears that you
would easily be scratching your iPhone if not knocking off the table
altogether.
iPhone Umbilical Cord Charger
http://youtu.be/xSm5TUKr4L8
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OH NOM NOM NOM NOM!!!!!
The iPad Bacon Case allows you to wrap your tablet in a tribute to one of the most popular meats - bacon. Unfortunately this handmade Etsy gem costs $69.00 + $8.90 shipping. At close to $80, you may be better off buying some actual bacon.
The iPad Bacon Case allows you to wrap your tablet in a tribute to one of the most popular meats - bacon. Unfortunately this handmade Etsy gem costs $69.00 + $8.90 shipping. At close to $80, you may be better off buying some actual bacon.
iPad Bacon Case / Sleeve
http://www.etsy.com/listing/44425305/ipad-bacon-case-sleeve-ipad-ipad-2-the
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Australian clothing creator, iClothing, took one too many cues from their kangaroo friends and created the iTee and iDress. According to iClothing, “Original iTee & iDress feature reinforced padded pouches which are comfortable and almost invisible.”
Just in case you’re saying it couldn’t get any worse than this, their website also gives us something to look forward to by saying, “iClothing is exploring plans to place electroluminescent lights in their clothes, giving iPad compatible clothing a glow and will introduce heat-sensitive prints.”
Just in case you’re saying it couldn’t get any worse than this, their website also gives us something to look forward to by saying, “iClothing is exploring plans to place electroluminescent lights in their clothes, giving iPad compatible clothing a glow and will introduce heat-sensitive prints.”
iClothing
http://www.iclothing.com.au/
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Crack open another ice cold Pabst Blue Ribbon while you update your blog detailing the latest indie band you discovered at your local organic coffee shop on this “retrofuturistic” USB Typewriter.
iPad too main stream for you? That’s ok! This product works with a variety of devices including the Samsung Galaxy S II, Toshiba Thrive, Lenova ThinkPad, Acer Iconia Tab A500, Sony Tablet S, Nokia N810 / N900, Motorola Xoon, Archos G9, Toshiba TG01, Coby Kyros, HP Touch, Rooted Nook Color running the verygreen CM7 OS, any tablet with USB Host capabilities, and good old fashion Mac, PC, or Linux computer.
Depending on the model, these keyboards run between $699 and $799. That’s right, Eight. Hundred. Dollars. Although, if your handy and have your own typewriter laying around, the do-it-yourself kit is only $74.
iPad too main stream for you? That’s ok! This product works with a variety of devices including the Samsung Galaxy S II, Toshiba Thrive, Lenova ThinkPad, Acer Iconia Tab A500, Sony Tablet S, Nokia N810 / N900, Motorola Xoon, Archos G9, Toshiba TG01, Coby Kyros, HP Touch, Rooted Nook Color running the verygreen CM7 OS, any tablet with USB Host capabilities, and good old fashion Mac, PC, or Linux computer.
Depending on the model, these keyboards run between $699 and $799. That’s right, Eight. Hundred. Dollars. Although, if your handy and have your own typewriter laying around, the do-it-yourself kit is only $74.
$800 USB Typewriter
http://www.etsy.com/shop/usbtypewriter
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We found many references to this product around the net, but couldn’t locate a store actually selling it. We’re going to cross our fingers and hope this was a joke concept. If that’s the case, well played.
Windshield Wiper for iPhone
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The greatest part of this product is the tag line: “Enhance your Experience.” We’re not sure which experience is enhancing which, but either way there will be enhancements.
Recent updates to the iCarta iPod Stereo Dock and Bath Tissue Holder now support the iPhone, audio only though, no charging. They are so close to perfection.
Recent updates to the iCarta iPod Stereo Dock and Bath Tissue Holder now support the iPhone, audio only though, no charging. They are so close to perfection.
iCarta
http://www.amazon.com/iCarta-iPod-Stereo-Tissue-Holder/dp/B000HWX1J8
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This device makes your slim, sleek, “revolutionary” iPad 2 look like an old crusty Macintosh from the mid 1980s. Unfortunately the smart cover for the front of the iPad that is shown in the picture is not included, but the good news is, the faux floppy drive is.
The company that sells these, USB Fever, has an entire collection of retro cases for iPad and iPhone including retro calculator, retro radio, cassette tape, and game console. Retro Cover for iPad 2 runs for $36.99.
The company that sells these, USB Fever, has an entire collection of retro cases for iPad and iPhone including retro calculator, retro radio, cassette tape, and game console. Retro Cover for iPad 2 runs for $36.99.
Original Macintosh iPad 2 cover
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=2611
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SkyMall, the printed collection of oddities you can’t help but look at while on an aircraft, knows that you need to have your phone accessible at all times, so it took the liberty of combining you’re need to be connected with your love for the Predator’s arm accessories by coming up with the Wristband iPhone Holder and the Wrist Cell Phone Carrier.
The iPhone model runs $39.99, comes in black or white, and can be purchased for the iPhone 3 or the iPhone 4.
The feature phone version is only $29.99 and comes in a myriad of colors including “Classic Blue Denim” and “Fashion Leather-Look Pink”.
The iPhone model runs $39.99, comes in black or white, and can be purchased for the iPhone 3 or the iPhone 4.
The feature phone version is only $29.99 and comes in a myriad of colors including “Classic Blue Denim” and “Fashion Leather-Look Pink”.
Wristband iPhone Holder
http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=204072856&c=10261
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You didn’t think SkyMall only had one brilliant mobile accessory idea
did you? Let’s not forget to mention the iPhone Desktop Handset.
According to SkyMall, “This is the stand that transforms an iPhone into a
more comfortable desktop handset phone.”
Smartphones are great because of the apps, but everyone hates the discomfort of the pesky 'wirelessness' of it all. For the low price of $59.99 you can turn any phone with a standard 3.5mm jack into a relic of the past.
Smartphones are great because of the apps, but everyone hates the discomfort of the pesky 'wirelessness' of it all. For the low price of $59.99 you can turn any phone with a standard 3.5mm jack into a relic of the past.
iPhone Desktop Handset
http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=204075119&c=
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It is hard to find a place to begin with this one. Besides the fact that it is touted as “a great enhancement to safety”, an article from Washington University in St. Louis entitled “Gas Laws Save Lives: The Chemistry Behind Airbags” says that when an airbag deploys, it is filled with gas at the speed of 150 to 250 miles per hour, which inflates the airbag in about 40 milliseconds.
We’re not sure what an iPad to the face at 200 mph looks like, but it’s probably not worth checking out your USA Today app while driving.
We’re not sure what an iPad to the face at 200 mph looks like, but it’s probably not worth checking out your USA Today app while driving.
iPad Steering Wheel Mount
http://www.steering-wheel-ipad.com/
15 of the most ridiculous mobile accessories
1. Cell-Mate
Why
bother with pesky Bluetooth devices or wired headsets when you can just
attach your entire phone to your head? For just $14.99 + $4.85 shipping
and handling, you can do just that and look like a complete idiot at no
extra charge.
2. Textees
Textees allow even the fattest of fingers to text with ease. It is a “fingertip texting device, which has an adjustable stylus tip.” They come in 2 sizes: “small/medium” and “large/xlarge”, which in itself makes little to no sense. They come in 6 colors and cost $12.95 a set.
Doubting the power of Textees? Just take a look at some of these testimonials from their website!
Mark Arnold out of Atlanta, GA says, “I’m actually striking the right keys.” Hooray for Mark!
Ravin P. from Savannah, GA remarks, “Thanks for creating these. I LUV 2 TXT!” Not as much as you LUV 2 abbr thgs, but keep on enjoying!
Earl C. from Key West, FL says, “I text all day and this makes my life easier!” Really? Ok. We would be curious to know if Earl C. rocks Textees all day long.
Doubting the power of Textees? Just take a look at some of these testimonials from their website!
Mark Arnold out of Atlanta, GA says, “I’m actually striking the right keys.” Hooray for Mark!
Ravin P. from Savannah, GA remarks, “Thanks for creating these. I LUV 2 TXT!” Not as much as you LUV 2 abbr thgs, but keep on enjoying!
Earl C. from Key West, FL says, “I text all day and this makes my life easier!” Really? Ok. We would be curious to know if Earl C. rocks Textees all day long.
3. TV Hat
We would love to explain to you exactly what this is, but words cannot do it justice. Thankfully the good people at TV Hat have created this very helpful video showcasing all of its features.
Unfortunately, it does not look like TV Hat is iPad compatible.
Unfortunately, it does not look like TV Hat is iPad compatible.
4. iMaxi
Need a pad for your iPad? iMaxi has got you covered with the only Apple iPad case made with protective wings. The iMaxi is available from HipHandMaids on Etsy. There have been a variety of color combinations created including, classic white, white with blue, green, or pink vinyl shell, and the entirely way, way, way too literal white with red center.
5. 10 Watt Folding Solar Panel
We love renewable energy as much as the next person, but this doesn’t seem like the right application. The 10 Watt Folding Solar Panel is a $300 accessories that allows you to charge your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch with the sun’s rays.
While there may be some specific application for this, like some sort of scientific excursion that requires additional power for keeping data on a tablet, chances are the average person isn’t going to unfold the almost 4 square foot mat to play an extended session of Angry Birds at their kids soccer game.
As far as emergency situations with no power go, we’ve watched our fair share of Man vs. Wild and never once has Bear Grylls pulled out a solar powered iPad to survive.
While there may be some specific application for this, like some sort of scientific excursion that requires additional power for keeping data on a tablet, chances are the average person isn’t going to unfold the almost 4 square foot mat to play an extended session of Angry Birds at their kids soccer game.
As far as emergency situations with no power go, we’ve watched our fair share of Man vs. Wild and never once has Bear Grylls pulled out a solar powered iPad to survive.
6. iPhone Umbilical Cord Charger
This
product comes to us from Japan. It is an iPhone charger that looks like
an umbilical cord. It also performs a feeding motion as you can see in
the video. Besides being overall disgusting, it also appears that you
would easily be scratching your iPhone if not knocking off the table
altogether.
7. iPad Bacon Case / Sleeve
OH NOM NOM NOM NOM!!!!!
The iPad Bacon Case allows you to wrap your tablet in a tribute to one of the most popular meats - bacon. Unfortunately this handmade Etsy gem costs $69.00 + $8.90 shipping. At close to $80, you may be better off buying some actual bacon.
The iPad Bacon Case allows you to wrap your tablet in a tribute to one of the most popular meats - bacon. Unfortunately this handmade Etsy gem costs $69.00 + $8.90 shipping. At close to $80, you may be better off buying some actual bacon.
8. iClothing
Australian clothing creator, iClothing, took one too many cues from their kangaroo friends and created the iTee and iDress. According to iClothing, “Original iTee & iDress feature reinforced padded pouches which are comfortable and almost invisible.”
Just in case you’re saying it couldn’t get any worse than this, their website also gives us something to look forward to by saying, “iClothing is exploring plans to place electroluminescent lights in their clothes, giving iPad compatible clothing a glow and will introduce heat-sensitive prints.”
Just in case you’re saying it couldn’t get any worse than this, their website also gives us something to look forward to by saying, “iClothing is exploring plans to place electroluminescent lights in their clothes, giving iPad compatible clothing a glow and will introduce heat-sensitive prints.”
9. $800 USB Typewriter
Crack open another ice cold Pabst Blue Ribbon while you update your blog detailing the latest indie band you discovered at your local organic coffee shop on this “retrofuturistic” USB Typewriter.
iPad too main stream for you? That’s ok! This product works with a variety of devices including the Samsung Galaxy S II, Toshiba Thrive, Lenova ThinkPad, Acer Iconia Tab A500, Sony Tablet S, Nokia N810 / N900, Motorola Xoon, Archos G9, Toshiba TG01, Coby Kyros, HP Touch, Rooted Nook Color running the verygreen CM7 OS, any tablet with USB Host capabilities, and good old fashion Mac, PC, or Linux computer.
Depending on the model, these keyboards run between $699 and $799. That’s right, Eight. Hundred. Dollars. Although, if your handy and have your own typewriter laying around, the do-it-yourself kit is only $74.
iPad too main stream for you? That’s ok! This product works with a variety of devices including the Samsung Galaxy S II, Toshiba Thrive, Lenova ThinkPad, Acer Iconia Tab A500, Sony Tablet S, Nokia N810 / N900, Motorola Xoon, Archos G9, Toshiba TG01, Coby Kyros, HP Touch, Rooted Nook Color running the verygreen CM7 OS, any tablet with USB Host capabilities, and good old fashion Mac, PC, or Linux computer.
Depending on the model, these keyboards run between $699 and $799. That’s right, Eight. Hundred. Dollars. Although, if your handy and have your own typewriter laying around, the do-it-yourself kit is only $74.
10. Windshield Wiper for iPhone
We found many references to this product around the net, but couldn’t locate a store actually selling it. We’re going to cross our fingers and hope this was a joke concept. If that’s the case, well played.
11. iCarta
The greatest part of this product is the tag line: “Enhance your Experience.” We’re not sure which experience is enhancing which, but either way there will be enhancements.
Recent updates to the iCarta iPod Stereo Dock and Bath Tissue Holder now support the iPhone, audio only though, no charging. They are so close to perfection.
Recent updates to the iCarta iPod Stereo Dock and Bath Tissue Holder now support the iPhone, audio only though, no charging. They are so close to perfection.
12. Original Macintosh iPad 2 cover
This device makes your slim, sleek, “revolutionary” iPad 2 look like an old crusty Macintosh from the mid 1980s. Unfortunately the smart cover for the front of the iPad that is shown in the picture is not included, but the good news is, the faux floppy drive is.
The company that sells these, USB Fever, has an entire collection of retro cases for iPad and iPhone including retro calculator, retro radio, cassette tape, and game console. Retro Cover for iPad 2 runs for $36.99.
The company that sells these, USB Fever, has an entire collection of retro cases for iPad and iPhone including retro calculator, retro radio, cassette tape, and game console. Retro Cover for iPad 2 runs for $36.99.
13. Wristband iPhone Holder
SkyMall, the printed collection of oddities you can’t help but look at while on an aircraft, knows that you need to have your phone accessible at all times, so it took the liberty of combining you’re need to be connected with your love for the Predator’s arm accessories by coming up with the Wristband iPhone Holder and the Wrist Cell Phone Carrier.
The iPhone model runs $39.99, comes in black or white, and can be purchased for the iPhone 3 or the iPhone 4.
The feature phone version is only $29.99 and comes in a myriad of colors including “Classic Blue Denim” and “Fashion Leather-Look Pink”.
The iPhone model runs $39.99, comes in black or white, and can be purchased for the iPhone 3 or the iPhone 4.
The feature phone version is only $29.99 and comes in a myriad of colors including “Classic Blue Denim” and “Fashion Leather-Look Pink”.
14. iPhone Desktop Handset
You didn’t think SkyMall only had one brilliant mobile accessory idea
did you? Let’s not forget to mention the iPhone Desktop Handset.
According to SkyMall, “This is the stand that transforms an iPhone into a
more comfortable desktop handset phone.”
Smartphones are great because of the apps, but everyone hates the discomfort of the pesky 'wirelessness' of it all. For the low price of $59.99 you can turn any phone with a standard 3.5mm jack into a relic of the past.
Smartphones are great because of the apps, but everyone hates the discomfort of the pesky 'wirelessness' of it all. For the low price of $59.99 you can turn any phone with a standard 3.5mm jack into a relic of the past.
15. iPad Steering Wheel Mount
It is hard to find a place to begin with this one. Besides the fact that it is touted as “a great enhancement to safety”, an article from Washington University in St. Louis entitled “Gas Laws Save Lives: The Chemistry Behind Airbags” says that when an airbag deploys, it is filled with gas at the speed of 150 to 250 miles per hour, which inflates the airbag in about 40 milliseconds.
We’re not sure what an iPad to the face at 200 mph looks like, but it’s probably not worth checking out your USA Today app while driving.
We’re not sure what an iPad to the face at 200 mph looks like, but it’s probably not worth checking out your USA Today app while driving.
