The best...phone gadgets
One of these attachments will turn your iPhone into a tripod camera, another will turn it into a slot machine, though minus the nickels.
Photojojo Telephoto Lens and Tripod
“This setup will appeal to your inner photographer.” Slip a case over your iPhone, attach the pocket-size telephoto lens, and use the tripod whenever needed.
$35, photojojo.com
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Source: PCMag.com
Native Union Pop Phone
“Like Betty White and Buddy Holly glasses,” the traditional handset is “retro cool again.” Pop Phone handsets are compatible with Android, iPhone, and BlackBerry.
$30, nativeunion.com
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Source: USA Today
Mini Microscope for iPhone
Get 60x magnification on your iPhone photo lens with this attachment. It comes with LEDs for illumination, including one that helps verify watermarks on currency.
$32, amazon.com
Source: PCMag.com
Apptoyz appBlaster
Clip an iPhone to this 17-inch plastic gun and the screen will show aliens invading the room you’re sitting in. Just download the free game Alien Attack and start firing away.
$25, bestbuy.com
Source: London Times
New Potato Jackpot Slots
Turn your iPhone into a one-armed bandit while it’s charging. Paired with a free app, this docking station plays five different games. “Just don’t expect nickels to come pouring out.”
$35, newpotatotech.com
Source: Mashable.com
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