Belkin unveils three leather iPod nano cases...

Belkin today unveiled three form-fitting, leather cases for the iPod nano. Carabineer case for iPod nano offers a form-fitting design and fine-grain leather construction to keep the Nano slim while maintaining accessibility to all ports. The Carabineer case ships with a carabineer clip for convenient positioning and hands-free carrying, and provides a locking clip to secure the iPod. Flip case for iPod nano also features fine-grain leather construction, and harbors a built-in cable management system for quick, convenient storage and easy accessibility to all ports. A multi-mount clip and hook provides a variety of ways to secure the Nano. Folio case for iPod nano (shown at right) secures comfortably around the wrist with a convenient lanyard strap. Designed for easy accessibility to all ports, the Folio Case comes packaged within a fine-grain leather construction and features a form-fitting design. All three cases are available in four colors: white, black, light blue, and light pink. The Carabineer, Flip, and Folio cases for iPod nano are expected to be available in Mexico in November, and are priced at $25 each.

Zicplay rolls out Apocalypse speaker systems

Xonic Gear by Zicplay today rolled out Apocalypse 3 and Apocalypse 5, its multimedia speaker systems using vacuum tube amplifier technology designed to eliminate acoustic noise and enhance sound quality. Compatible with both Macs and iPods, Apocalypse 3 outputs 30 watts RMS from its subwoofer, and 15 watts RMS per satellite. The Apocalypse 3 subwoofer boasts a 20-200Hz frequency response, while satellites offer 80Hz-20Khz. Apocalypse 5 outputs 40 watts RMS from its subwoofer, and 20 watts RMS per satellite. The Apocalypse 5 subwoofer provides a 20-200Hz frequency response, while satellites offer 50Hz-20Khz. Both models offer master volume control, an S/N ration of greater-than 85Db, and a 3.3mm audio input jack. Pricing starts at £120, and both models offer a full one-year RTB warranty [site not updated].

New iPod data recovery, repair service...

ESS Data Recovery has announced its new iRetrieval data recovery service for iPods. Billed as the first service data recovery solution for the iPod, customers can send their iPods to one of ESS Data Recovery's locations where the drive's information is recovered and returned; ESS says it will repair/replace the iPod's hard drive and other parts, if necessary, bringing the unit to a completely usable condition. ESS says it has developed special methods for recovering data from iPods using the company's patent pending Mediasafe technology and claims an "exceptionally high" success rate. Pricing starts at $290 for 10GB-40GB iPods models.

Opticover provides clear protection for iPod

Pacific Rim Marketing today introduced the iDiddy Opticover for the iPod Nano -- the thinnest case available for the Nano, according to the manufacturer. Made from polyurethane, iDiddy Opticover will protect a Nano from scratches with a tough barrier also used to protect exotic automobiles from scratches. Installation consists of peeling back the pre-cut material, carefully aligning it with the click wheel and screen, then using the included squeegee to help eliminate any air bubbles that may get trapped between the surface of the iPod and the Opticover material. The Opticover wraps the front, back and sides including the click wheel and button of your Nano. Opticover can be left on an iPod indefinitely, or it can be removed at any time -- the special adhesive will not stay on your Nano. Opticovers cost $15 each.