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Nintendo debuts new 3DS variants in spicy summer colors
While we're still itching to handle its bigger (and more stylish) XL iteration, that hasn't stopped Nintendo rolling out the acid colors for two Asia-bound handhelds. The 3DS in Cerulean (the bright blue one) and Shimmer (the hot pink version) will hit stores in Hong Kong and Taiwan, accompanying the launch of the 3DS XL in September. No word from Nintendo so far on whether it'll follow the Aubergine-hued model to the US .
Peripheral vision
Well ladies and gents, this'll be the last iPhone-centric edition of Peripheral vision, from here on out we'll be rolling out whatever suits our fancy. But this week we did catch sight of a few treats to lavish on your sets including a couple cases, a stereo Bluetooth headset solution and we'll even throw in a rumored accessory for good measure. Carry on to get at the goodies and the pics.
Trillian Astra chat / IM software for iPhone
Those hankering to get your chat on with that shiny new iPhone now have an option other than waiting 'til who knows when for a (potential) Apple update -- if you're cool with alpha software invading your handset, that is. According to Cerulean Studios', the Trillian Astra application has actually been "designed for iPhone, it doesn't just happen to work with it." The result is a polished interface that is "compact" and fit to the screen, meaning that you won't be dragging and moving windows in order to hold a decent text-based conversation. Currently, the software updates your contact list and message windows, and enables the sending and receiving of messages so long as your browser window is open. Interested? Curb your enthusiasm a bit, sign up to be an alpha tester, and exercise your patience "for the next few weeks."[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]
iSkin CERULEAN Bluetooth iPod kit
iPod case maker iSkin is expanding their product line a bit with the CERULEAN Bluetooth iPod kit. Basically it consists of two parts: a TX transmitter that plugs into the dock connector of your iPod and the RX receiver that plugs into the dock of your speaker system. Since the system uses the A2DP Bluetooth profile the TX unit can also be used with other Bluetooth devices that support that profile (such as wireless headsets). The kit also include a USB adapter for the TX that will let you stream music from your Mac (or charge your iPod). Further, the RX has a 1/8" jack that will allow you to connect it to standard audio equipment without a dock connector (though it requires an external USB power source). These extras add a nice flexibility that make this kit more attractive than some of the other Bluetooth options I've seen.The iSkin CERULEAN TX + RX kit sells for $149.99. [via uneasysilence]
