Benedict Cumberbatch got word last December that JJ Abrams wanted him to audition via videotape for a role in the much-anticipated Star Trek sequel, The New York Times reports. Only problem? Cumberbatch was vacationing in England at the time, and couldn’t locate anyone to properly film his tryout.
—How One Actor Used an iPhone to Land a Role in the ‘Star Trek’ Sequel
Here’s a weird article where the focus was on the iPhone, and the writer most probably had no idea who Benedict Cumberbatch is. Sherlock was NEVER mentioned in this. WTH. This is, of course, surprising especially because it’s from geek and Web fandom-friendly Mashable.
The Buff screen protector will let your iPhone survive hammer strikes and thrown bricks
Built with four layers that offer different forms of protection (for absorbing blows, dispersing chock, elasticity and air bubble-dispersion), the Buff protector is evidently as good as advertised, shown in a video that involves an iPhone being hit (repeatedly) by a coffee mug, a hammer, and a thrown brick. Check it out after the break.
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Leak: Next-gen iPhone prototypes being tested with A5X chip, 1GB RAM
Will Apple use the A5X chip on the next-gen iPhone? They might. Or at least, they’re looking into it. According to a report posted on 9to5, Apple is already checking out how to best integrate their A5X chip – the one that’s currently powering the new Retina-rocking iPad – on the next-gen iPhone.
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Falcon Gray’s leather cases will protect your laptops and iDevices in style
If you’re looking for a protective sleeve for your laptop, iPad or iPhone that looks good enough to match your leather shoes and tailored suit, here’s an option. Falcon Gray has put out a line of protective cases made out of high-quality leather, specifically designed not just to protect your laptop or iDevice, they look good too.
Nokia digs up iPhone’s Antennagate, other smartphone issues in new Smartphone Beta Test campaign
A site called Smartphone Beta Test just popped up on the viral video grapevine, featuring satirical “behind-the-scenes” footage of how “other” smartphone brands developed their phones, fronted by this intro clip called “Nagging Suspicion.” Ever had that nagging suspicion that your smartphone was actually a borderline-defective glorified prototype in some type of secret product test? Personally, we don’t. But if you ever did, Nokia’s talking to you.
Leave the charger at home, the Juice Tank iPhone case comes with its own plug
The Juice Tank is an iPhone case that has its own plug. It’s a brilliant idea but the people behind it will need your support on Kickstarter to further develop it.
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With the addition of Beemo, a great collection of Adventure Time characters have been slammed down into iPhone 4/4S, 3G/3GS and iPod Touch cases. Now available for $40 each at the Cartoon Network Shop. Rhombus!
iPhone Cases: Beemo | Jake 1 | Jake 2 | Finn | LSP
Adventure Time iPhone Cases at Cartoon Network Shop
Via: Super Punch