iSkin ships Wild Sides protectors for iPod mini...

iSkin today announced the availability of its popular Wild Sides iPod protectors for Apple's iPod mini. Wild Sides is described as a "fun and funky way to style, protect and enhance the look and feel of the iPod." iSkin Wild Sides silicone skins feature an ultra-clear colored screen protector and are available in three "funky" colors: Verve (bright green and white), Rebel (deep blue and white) and Diva (hot pink and white). In addition to fashionable colors, Wild Sides have photo-luminous glow-in-the-dark stripes using iSkin's own ultra-Glo silicone technology. For added convenience, an iSkin REVOClip and a swirl printed click wheel protector is included with each mini Wild Side.

FastMac introduces long-lasting iPod battery upgrade

FastMac today announced what it calls the longest lasting battery upgrade for 4G iPods. The TruePower battery upgrade utilizes patented nanoparticle technology to dramatically extend battery life. The TruePower upgrades are accompanied by a 2-year guarantee. FastMac’s TruePower upgrades replace the iPod’s original internal Lithium-Ion battery with a larger capacity and longer lasting advanced power cell. The upgrade offers 20-70 percent more capacity than the original (depending on iPod model) and up to 7.5 times as many charge cycles. FastMac is now accepting preorders ($30) for the Gen 4 battery upgrade on its website and will be shipping the second week of August. All preorders will receive a free iPod travel charger or a free iPod car charger, at the customer’s preference. Upgrades for Gen 1, 2, and 3 iPods are available now.