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With the slew of third-party accessories that we will eventually see, there has to be some way to tell between the good and the bad. Luckily, Apple is introducing the “Works with iPhone” logo, designed to inform consumers regarding accessories that are designed to connect specifically with the iPhone. These premium products are certified by the developer to meet performance standards that have been set by Apple.

Should you happen to connect an uncertified accessory, the iPhone will present the user with an option to go into Airplane Mode. This shuts off the GSM/EDGE radios to avoid any audio interference, which means you’ll be unable to make or receive calls. Of course, you can always be brave and stay in normal mode, but then you might experience audio issues.

Next time you go accessory shopping, look out for the “Works with iPhone” logo.

Via [Apple.com]

Apple’s been on a roll this evening. Not only have they launched the most coveted gadget in history, they’ve released the iPhone manual online and also made the extra accessories available. You can purchase the accessories that came in the box (just in case you lose the originals), but also some lovely extras like the Bluetooth headset, iPhone dual dock, Bluetooth travel cable and the iPhone TTY adapter.

You’ll want to pick up Apple’s Bluetooth headset should you want hands-free calling, or if you plan to talk a lot while driving (though, driving and talking is not recommended by us). The Bluetooth travel cable is a cheaper version of the iPhone dual dock, a solution that allows you to recharge both your iPhone and Bluetooth headset together via a USB connection. The TTY adapter connects any TTY device to the iPhone.

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Just several hours after the most hyped gadget in history came on sale, eager fanboys have already begun tearing it apart. Pictures taken by iFixit reveals the iPhone’s intricate assembly; all the way from the case to the logic boards. The most notable feature is the larger than average 3.7-volt lithium-ion polymer battery.

The base contains the antenna ribbon sheet, which explains the black plastic covering the iPhone’s lower rear. Both the SIM card and headphone connectors sit behind the logic board on the rear panel. As of right now, the three main integrated circuits that have been identified on the logic board are the Skyworks GSM/EDGE amplifier, the 4/8GB Samsung flash memory chip and an ARM processor.

The overall impression is that the iPhone has been built with reliability in mind, which is a lesson Apple probably learned since the very first iPods.

Via [iFixit]

Product: SendStation PocketDock AV

Price: $36.95

Rating: 4.0/5.0 (Very Good)

Pros: Functional bundle, great additions. Great quality, Packaging

Cons: Coloring—only available in black, Cosmetic, shows smudges/scratches

Sendstation recently announced the PocketDock AV, an all-in-one kit that easily connects your video iPod to a home theatre system. It also has a USB port to sync with iTunes. Appletell managed to obtain a set for review, and what we found was a surprisingly good accessory.

The PocketDock AV comes packaged in a nice little box, with a clear front showing off all the available connectors. Thumbs up to Sendstation for packaging. Inside, things get better; you’ll find the all-in-one cable and the iPod connector. The all-in-one solution surely beats having multiple cables for both audio and video. A velcro strap is also included to keep it all tidy.

Both audio and video signals were sourced directly through the iPod connector instead of the headphone jack, resulting in the best quality possible. In the tests conducted, I found that audio was crystal clear, however due to the limitations of the iPod video’s resolution, the video quality was slightly above average.

My only gripe with the system is that the little black connector shows off fingerprints and other scuff marks rather easily. Oh yeah, and it only comes in black. Still, if you can overlook those minor setbacks, the PocketDock AV is a great product indeed. Available from SendStation’s online store at just US$36.95.

Product Page [SendStation]

So the Apple iPhone has been out for about a half hour now, and we’re already giving one away… really because we love you so much. Yes you will get a genuine 4GB iPhone that Adam stood on line for 4 hours (I know, not bad) to get just for you. It really wasn’t too bad since he made a few friends along the way.

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You have until 6:00PM Pacific (9:00PM Eastern) next Friday to enter for your chance to win, and we will ship out the iPhone to the winner the following day!

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Ah, the bag from the store, which contains the iPhone. There is very little for us to say, except for enjoy…

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It is officially 6:00pm here on the east coast and Apple fanatics have finally gotten what they have been longing for: an Apple phone. The lines of people are starting to get up and will begin getting their dirty paws on the glossy black casing and multi-touch touchscreen. Will the world change with this new device on the streets, who knows. What we do know is that Steve and Co. are certainly already planning the next buzz generating version of this hot product.

If you managed to grab one today please post a comment with your initial thoughts. If you didn’t get one tell us why you held off?

The advanced visual voicemail feature from Apple and AT&T is rather cool. You can visually view who left your a voicemail and then choose the order that you want to listen to your messages. But what if you choose the wrong order… College Humor took a gander at the implications of this innovative new service and it probably isn’t how Steve Job’s had planned.

Today, thousands of people will be lining up in front of Apple and AT&T Stores in anticipation of the iPhone. Some people have been in line since Monday, and there are more people joining the ranks every minute. If you happen to live in a country that isn’t supporting the iPhone off of launch (like say, every country in the world except for the United States), then you can still join in on the line waiting fun. Gridskipper has set up a national iPhone line gallery, so you can be up to date on all iPhone lines across the U.S.

There is a map showing all the areas they have data for, and pictures from some of the lines. I’m not sure how accurate the numbers are, so take all the information with a grain of salt. From what it looks like, only a small number of all iPhone lines are actually listed. On the surface, the site looks great, but without definite information, and info for all lines, it loses some of it’s usefulness.

If you feel the need to actually feel like you are in an iPhone line, there are a few live streams available around the web.

Via [FSJ]

ThinkSecret, while they may not be good at predicting rumours anymore, have found a niche with providing Apple fans with screen shots. Rather than the latest Leopard build, they’ve posted up pictures of some unseen parts of the iPhone’s interface, including the Calendar and Alarm Clock apps. They also have shots of the recently revealed online RSS reader developed by Apple specifically for the phone.

Via [ThinkSecret]