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There’s iPhone cases in a hundred shapes and sizes, so why not one for car lovers too? Especially since it looks so cool.

Aptly named, the Vroom for iPhone 3G features a distinctive tire track pattern on the back… and it does it all without even requiring a car to run the phone over. Of course, the rubber case isn’t just for show: it also offers protection (pun unintended… I’m not talking about that).

As you’d expect, it’s not only the back that’s scratch-proof: the Vroom also includes full face screen protection.

And seeing it’s not expensive either… why aren’t you off buying it right now?

How much under $29.99?
Some: $14.99 on Case-Mate.com.

Via GearDiary

Most iPhone cases follow the look of the phone itself - sleek lines, modern design. Which is great, some cases are beautiful, but so far people who prefer a different style didn’t have much to choose from.

But the Speck Fitted iPhone 3G case is something different: a hard shell covered in soft fabric in pinstripe/houndstooth/plaid pattern. It uses a simple snap-together design which allows access to all ports and controls, and the fabric makes it easier to grip.

While this is definitely not a case for futuristic-looking design fans, it could be the perfect thing for business people or women who like matching all their acessories..

How much under $29.99?
A little: $22.56 on Amazon.com.

Via ChipChick

Everyone knows how useful emergency chargers are. No one will die without one, but they’re just convenient to have.

But a $6 charger? Not very trustworthy compared to what the official ones from Apple cost. The aptly named Emergency Battery Charger for iPod Nano/Video/Touch/iPhone uses 2 AA batteries and weighs 2 ounces… and that’s about all the info there is.

I wouldn’t put my trust in something that promises so much for so little, but I suppose it’s worth a shot. The loss won’t be big, at least.

How much under $29.99?
A lot: $5.71 on DealExtreme.com.

Via GearDiary

iPhone 3G was launched and we saw a slew of new cases aimed at the most eye-candy cell ever. However, most of them have focused on the functional, not on the fashion side.

But no more! If your inner fashionista had been craving a different kind of case, I’m here with a suggestion: the Handwoven iPhone 3G case. The distinctive look is coupled with high-quality hydrocarbon polymer technology to make a case which should appeal to many. You can even try to match it with your clothes, since it comes in 4 colors: white, black, blue and purple.

How much under $29.99?
A little: $22.90 on More-Concepts.com.

You’ve got an iPhone. You don’t want to carry a stand or even a smart case around with you, but you’d like to be able to prop it up… what do you do?

Of course, get a BatRest. No, it’s got nothing to do with Gotham City. It’s a foldable stand shaped like a pair of bat wings that’s small enough to slip in a pocket or the wallet and carry everywhere. Like it happens many time, a simple idea can be brilliant. The BatRest is just a piece of plastic after all, but its shape means that just by moving the “wings” the position of the screen can be adjusted - opening them makes the phone stand more vertical.

Seeing as it costs less than $4, it’s worth buying even if you just use it a couple of times. It can sit unnoticed in a wallet until really needed, and I’d pay $4 to have it around that one time when I need it.

How much under $29.99?
A lot: $3.95 on Seskimo.com.

Via SlipperyBrick

Unfortunately for people who couldn’t care less about Apple and their products, the iPhone 3G is the most talked about gadget… and has been in the past months. I’m sorry, but the bandwagon is too good not to jump on. And, even though I don’t plan to buy one, I do admit that it’s one beautiful and smart phone. Which anyone would want to keep in one piece. Unless they’re nuts or very rich.

The See Thru Hard Shell Case and Stand does two things: protects the phone and serves as a stand. The protection part is obvious: hard plastic between the fragile touchscreen and shiny back and the elements (keys, pavement a.s.o.). The stand is even cooler: one side of the case simply detaches and reattaches to form the base. Very practical is you want to watch videos.

Nothing out of the ordinary here really, but if you don’t want bells and whistles, this looks like a very good option.

How much under $29.99?
Exactly $29.95 on SpeckProducts.com.

Via Gizmodo

A camera tripod can help with steady shots, but can’t hold an iPhone. An iPhone stand is useful for watching videos, but other gadgets won’t fit in it. There’s separate products that do one job very well, but the Gorillapod Go-Go aims to offer a solution for all gadgets.

It has 3 ways to attach to gadgets: an universal adapter screw for cameras, a suction cup for everything else (the suction cup has a switch that creates near-vacuum on any flat surface to keep the gadgets in place) and adhesive clips for more permanent attachment (meaning you glue it on and it stays there for a long time). Then there’s the legs: very flexible, can be bent in virtually any position and they stay there, can be twisted around objects, coated in rubber for better grip. This opens a lot of posibilities, be it positioning the camera perfectly for that tricky shot or giving the iPhone the right angle for viewing a video.

However, you need to be careful what you use it for, since larger objects might make it fall over (or might make finding the right position more difficult).

How much under $29.99?
Exactly $29.99 on ThinkGeek.com

An iPhone is expensive, so if you dished out all that money, you’ll want to keep it in one piece. And you know what happens to phones left on the dashboard at the first break…

But a cell stuck to the windshield is much safer. And, unless you want to use super glue, you’ll need an iPhone Car Mount. It installs in seconds (it’s got a suction cup, so there’s not much “installing”, really) and the phone bracket is on the end of a flexible gooseneck that can be adjusted for a perfect view of the cell. The bracket can also rotate to allow for quick transition to landscape mode… but I hope you won’t be using it to watch videos while you’re driving, right?

Devices like this might be a little distracting, but as long as you pay more attention to the road than to incoming calls, you’re safe.

Oh, and an important note: it’s not compatible with the iPhone 3G.

How much under $29.99?
Some: $12.99 on ThinkGeek.com.

We all know Apple products are eye-candy, whether we actually buy them or not. And it’s just natural that owners want to protect them (even I, phone case hater #1, would consider one if I got an iPhone). Choosing the manner of protection (har har) is a matter of taste.

If looks are more important, I would suggest the iTabi. This case fits the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPod classic, and focuses on style. The strap comes in two sizes, small and shoulder length, while the case itself has a front pocket that can carry stuff like money or the headphones, so in theory it could double as a very small bag (if you just run to the store to get a beer, you won’t need to carry everything with you).

The downside: it won’t fit in your pocket so easily, but the iTabi is about style, not convenience.

How much under $29.99?
Some: $19.98 on Mercury-Soft.com.

Via BoingBoing

As far as phone accesories go, cases make number 1 on my “most hated” list. I liked to feel the phone keys, not some plastic surface, and I don’t want to extract it every time I want to tinker with the battery or my extra SIM.

A phone case I would consider using is a rare thing indeed. If I had a first generation iPhone or an iPod Touch, the iPhone Battery Case would be on my shopping list. I don’t think there’s anyone who hasn’t run of out battery at the worst moment; this case comes with a simple solution. Basically, it’s an extra external battery, which can be recharged just like an iPhone (using its cable, too). When the device runs out of juice, the baterry will recharge it, and you can even use the phone during the process, no need to wait. The rest of the time, the battery just sits on the bottom of the case (extra points for it being so small).

Too bad it doesn’t work for the iPhone 3G, but a new version is probably in the works.

How much under $29.99?
A little: $25.19 on Chinavasion.com.

Via Coolest Gadgets