Today I have a guest at Techie Mum – Pia Argiratos from Powered Life. Pia has important tips for you on looking after your valuable techie gadgets, some brilliant Christmas gift ideas, and some very special offers for Techie Mum readers……
Santa, in the form of Apple, Samsung and Google, is set to deliver loads of shiny new
tablets and mobiles to people big and small this Christmas. It seems that the
toughest decisions are whether to jump the shark and leave the iOS platform for
Android, or whether to go for the mini tablet size versus the maxi, not whether
to buy tech at all.
So
much time is spent analysing and assessing, imagining and debating devices. Yet
when the unboxing moment arrives, its sleek, seemingly perfect surfaces are,
well, a bit daunting. “I don’t dare use it in case I break it” paralysis can be
a surprise.
The
value of a truly protective case or cover for your device can’t be overstated.
Finding a case that genuinely protects your new mobile best friend from the
trials of everyday life – drops, spills, kids – can be a challenge. So here are
seven tips on what to look for.
Drop proof protection
Repairs
for a tablet or mobile phone begin at $100 so investing in a case that gives
you real protection from shock and impact is crucial when the device will be
used by children. Hidden air chambers within silicon cases, and tough ABS
plastic are just some of the solutions used by quality cases to give your
device real life protection.
Screen cover
The
screen is your access to the wonders of your device, so protect it and keep it
free from scratches. Inbuilt screen
protectors are thick plastic screen covers so you will need to adjust to a
slightly firmer touch, however the benefit in not worrying about sand grit
under Junior’s fingers cannot be overstated.
Functional options
Consider
your needs for using your device. Will
you be typing on it, so need a stand to keep a comfortable and safe posture?
Need to mount your device on a wall to protect it, say in the kitchen?
Different cases either include such options as standard, or can be added as
accessories.
Waterproof Certification
When
you are looking for a waterproof case, look for the industry leading
certifications. Military Standard 810G
is a United States Military Standard used for drop and shock protection, while IP68
is a rating of Ingress Protection that categorises the degree of environmental
protection against the invasion of solid foreign objects and water.
Brand name, brand quality
There
is a reason why the big brands are well known.
Their cases are well designed, made with a quality approach from
reliable materials. They have warranty
and information on how to use them that the rip-off or cheap versions don’t. And most importantly they work.
Power it
Power
hungry games can sap your phone of juice faster than Rory the Racing Car. So having back up power on hand can save the
day. A small palm sized rechargeable
power pack in your bag can give you the reassurance that you can recharge your
full phone anywhere – never be caught with a flat battery again. Another choice is a case with an extended
battery built in, so one flick of a switch can see you recharge mid call, text
or email.
Clean it
Cleaning
your phone regularly to rid it of hand jam will help to ensure a longer life
for any mobile phone or tablet. Check
the recommendations for your device or consider careful use of cleaning
vinegar, rubbing alcohol or a good antibacterial cleanser. Don’t douse your device, just dampen a soft
cloth and give it a good wipe. Check the
ports for grit, clean them out carefully, making sure not to leave threads
behind. Let it dry, give it another wipe. Let it dry and carry on.
Powered Life has kid-friendly
iPad and tablet cases to help parents and schools extend the life of their
investment in mobile technology. Powered Life partners with the best brands
from around the world, including Otterbox, Lifeproof, Gumdrop, Trident, Incipio,
Mophie and more. They offer a wide range of protective cases for tablets and
mobile phones, plus portable power solutions – and more. All in one place,
online at www.poweredlife.com.au.
Powered
Life has an exclusive offer for Techie Mum readers on three of their most
popular products. These products can all
be shipped immediately and you can be sure that they will arrive by Christmas. (Move to the bottom of this article to see the exclusive offer)
iGuy Tough Case for iPad $45
·
Fits
all iPads
·
Kid-tested. With
its flexible foam construction the lightweight iGuy is the perfect iPad partner
for families with young children.
·
Free-standing. For
cartoon hour the iGuy stands at attention—while it holds your iPad—offering a
convenient viewing angle for short people.
·
Plays
nice with all iPads. iPad 2, 3 or 4? Original iPad?
No problem. The iGuy
holds ‘em all.
·
Squeezeable. The
iGuy’s little arms and soft foam make it easy—and even fun—to hold.
·
Available
in Chilli Pepper (red), Grape, Lime and Mango
Also available for iPad
Mini
Trident Kraken AMS for iPad 2/3/4 $75
·
Shock-absorbing
silicone.
·
Hardened
polycarbonate plastic shell.
·
Built-in
screen protector.
·
Dust
covers over microphone and speaker bays.
·
Silicone
plugs over port openings.
·
Accessorise
with A.M.S. attachments including AMS Media Stand (optional extra $19).
Available with trim colours
of: Black, Blue, Pink, Green, Red. Also available for iPad Mini.
Mophie Juice Pack Helium for iPhone 5 $95
·
Ultra-thin,
1500mAh protective battery case made for iPhone 5.
·
Helium
is engineered with edge-to-edge protection and outfitted with 80% more battery
life to keep your iPhone 5 safe and charged.
·
Talk
Time - up to additional 6 hours on 3G
·
Internet
Use - up to additional 6 hours on 3G, Up to additional 6 hours on
LTE, Up to additional 7 hours on WiFi
·
Audio
Playback - up to 30 hours
Video Playback - up to
7 hours
Here’s the special deal:
- Buy 2 iGuys OR Trident cases (iPad or iPad Mini), get 1 free!
(when ordering, in the comments box note what the free one is, iPad or iPad
Mini and preferred colour)
- Buy Mophie Juice Pack Helium, get a free iGuy Case for iPad
Just
mention Techie Mum in the comments box at Checkout to get these great deals.
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