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.

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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

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