Review: STM’s Skinny for iPad mini is slim, but not sleek
Folio-style iPad mini cases are great for protection, since they cover both the back and front (and usually the sides) of the iPad. But they’re not terribly slim—in fact, a lot of folio cases are modeled after hardback books, and add quite a b…
Review: Moshi’s Concerti for iPad mini offers stylish, if somewhat boring, protection
If you’re looking for a slim, minimalist folio-style case with a built-in stand, you may want to check out Moshi’s $45 Concerti for the iPad mini. The Concerti is a pretty, soft-to-the-touch case that protects your mini’s screen and back, an…
Review: The Musubo Retro’s unique two-layer design should keep your iPhone 5 safe
When I first saw the $35 Musubo Retro case for the iPhone 5, I didn’t immediately associate the design with that of an old retro microphone, which I realized was the intended look after checking out Musubo’s website. It seemed more like some sor…
Colorama Folio for iPhone 5 Review
If slim and stylish is what you’re looking for, Uniea’s Colorama Folio fits like a glove. The soft, textured cover offers a fair amount of grip, and comes in five eye-popping colors. The cover latches on top, and flips vertically so you can access the …
How to control the volume in iOS
Most of the time, you hit a volume button on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, and it does what you expect, whether it’s turning up your reminder alarms or turning down your music. And then there are the other times.
But once you understand th…

