I’m incredibly picky when it comes to pillows. That’s why I’ve been using the same one for more years that I want to admit because apparently, it’s gross to sleep on the same pillow for over a decade (maybe two). I’ve tried several types of pillows over the years but I keep going back to my “old faithful”. I even told the folks at BedGear that I’m a pillow snob, but they were still willing to let me try their M1X Pillows, so let’s take one for a… nap.
What is it?
The Bedgear M1X is a 20 x 26 inch pillow that comes in four sizes: 0.0, 1.0 2.0 and 3.0. Each pillow is identical, except for their profile or size/thickness. I told the folks at Bedgear that I am a side sleeper 99% of the time, so they sent me their M1X 2.0 and 3.0 sizes.
Design and features
The M1X pillow comes packaged in a zippered bag and when I removed it, I immediately realized this was not going to be another $30 Kohl’s special. The Bedgear M1X pillow looks and feels superior to any pillow I’ve ever tried.
First of all, it has a curved area for your shoulder which is perfect for side sleepers like me.
The covering of the pillow features Dri-Tec and Air-X technology with a 3D mesh cover that is made of 98% polyester and 2% spandex and is supposed to help prevent allergens and dander from entering the pillow core. Speaking of the core, the M1X has a soft hypoallergenic shredded latex foam fill that provides great support and won’t bottom out. That’s pillow speak which means the pillow keeps its shape while you’re laying on it and bounces back, unlike some down filled pillows which get flat or lumpy during a sleep session.
The Bedgear is a comfortable pillow and I wanted to love it, but the thickness of the 2.0 and 3.0 pillows was a bit too high for me to comfortably sleep on through the whole night. I think I would be better off with either their 1.0 or even their 0.0 size.
That said, I do like the pillow quite a bit and the Dri-Tec and Air-X tech kept the pillow cool and dry even during the weird in-between weather we were having a few weeks ago when it was hard to regulate temps in the house at night with heat and AC. Even when the bedroom was slightly too warm, I didn’t feel sweaty sleeping on the Bedgear pillow.
There is one thing that’s important to mention about the Bedgear M1X pillow. It’s not machine washable. It’s only spot washable and with a price tag of $119, I think it should be fully washable for people who have problems with allergies.
What I like
Comfortable
Does get lumpy or flat
Stays cool
Comes in 4 sizes to match your sleep style and body size
What needs to be improved
Needs to be washable
Final thoughts
I just returned from a vacation in California where we stayed in 4 different locations, which meant 4 different beds with 4 different pillows. The first night we stayed at a Holiday Inn Express near the Indianapolis airport. It was a very nice hotel that was so new that you could actually smell the newness. The bed was comfortable, but their pillows were like sleeping on a boulder. I don’t think I slept at all that night because like I mentioned in the opening paragraph of this review, I’m a pillow snob and am very picky about the cushion I put under my head at night. The other 3 places where we stayed in California had better pillows, but I would have loved to have had one of the BedGear M1X pillows with me on the trip. Even though the 2.0 and 3.0 sizes are too thick for me, I have little doubt that their thinner versions would make me want to burn my antique pillow once and for all.
Price: $119.00 Where to buy: Bedgear Source: The sample for this review was provided by Bedgear.
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The Wicked Audio Shred 2 wireless earbuds are wireless Bluetooth earphones that are optimized for ease of use and use during exercising and sports activities.
What’s in the box
Package contents:
1 x Wicked Audio Shred 2 wireless earbuds with neck loop
4 x loops (2 black, 2 lime)
4 x Large fins (2 black, 2 lime)
4 x Small fins (2 black, 2 lime)
12 x cushions (6 black, 6 lime)
1 x Instruction Booklet (This was missing from my sample)
1 x USB to Micro USB (This was missing from my sample)
Specifications:
10MM Driver
16Ohms Impedance
99DB Sensitivity
20-20,000 Hz Frequency
Bluetooth 4.2
Range 32ft/10M
Design and features
The Wicked Audio Shred 2 earbuds are nicely designed and built, and they make it easy for you to swap out the fins and loops as desired. The inclusion of both the black and lime colors add a sense of style.
I was able to use the setup right out of the box since they were a perfect fit for me.
The neck loop opens and closes magnetically, and this makes it very easy to hang around your neck.
These earbuds are very comfortable, and I wore them at about 45 minutes to one hour each time with no issues. As a matter of fact, they are so lightweight and comfortable that their presence is hardly noticeable. I tested them speed walking, jogging and with excessive and wild movement, and they stayed in place at all times.
Now on to performance and sound:
I normally listen to music on my iPhone for approximately 45 minutes each way to and from work, for a total of 90 minutes daily. When I first received the earbuds, I charged them fully on a Monday evening and started using them from the next morning.
The control part of the earbuds has 3 buttons for all of the music and phone functions. The bottom has the Micro USB port for charging. There is also the LED that is blue when on and when fully charged, and red when charging.
When you press the power button there is an audible click in the earbuds that indicate that the power is on. It is the same for powering off. Pairing is accomplished by holding down the power button for about 5 seconds until it blinks blue and red, which is typical of most earbuds. Pairing was very simple and without issue. Once the paring is done, there is an audible voice confirmation that says “connected”. If the earbuds disconnect from the Bluetooth connection, there is an audible voice confirmation that says, “Disconnected”. (This only happened when I was in an area with high interference where any and all of my Bluetooth headsets usually disconnect). What I did find to be strange is that when powering off, there is just the click and no voice confirmation. All of my other headsets with voice commands say “Power on” and “Power off” and “Connected” and “Disconnected”.
The power button also works as the “play” and “stop” button when listening to music. The top (+) button in music mode works as “volume up” and “track forwards”, and the bottom (-) button works as “volume down” and “track backwards”.
When using these earbuds for phone functions, the calls were crystal clear on both ends, with no distortion or unwanted frequencies.
These earbuds have better battery life than almost any earbuds I have owned. At 90 minutes of use each day without recharging, the first voice notification to charge them occurred on Friday afternoon after a total of about 5 ¾ hours of playing, and they were still at 40% charge when the alert first started. I was wondering why it alerted at 40% which seemed a bit early, but after approximately another 20 minutes of playing the charge dropped to 20%, and then the earbuds shut off after another 15 minutes. The total play time was over 6 hours at almost full volume, which to me is quite incredible.
I am an Audiophile, and I enjoy several genres of music. I tried these earbuds with Soul, R&B, Rock, Country, Gospel, and Jazz. They performed reasonably well across all genres. I decided to test them without any equalization to make all things equal. I found the Mids to be very present and very pleasant to my ears. The Highs were a bit overwhelming on most genres, and the Lows were ok but not as present and as deep as some of my other earbuds. After I was done with my initial testing, I did try using an equalizer to adjust the Lows, but the threshold was not much lower than without any equalization, and very quickly became just noise.
What I like
I like the fit and comfort of these earbuds. While the overall sound is not Audiophile grade, it is decent. The fact that they remain in place no matter the movements, and that the battery charge lasts very long, makes me a fan.
What can be improved
The only improvements that I would like to see, are with the sound in terms of more capable bass, more balanced Highs, and better voice commands. I would also like to see a volume control included with the controls.
Final thoughts
The Wicked Audio Shred 2 Bluetooth earbuds are very nice. While not perfect, they are great for sports and working out, as well as casual listening. Their long lasting battery life along with the short 1.5 hour charging time make them great for daily use.
Price: Currently not listed Where to buy: Wicked Audio Source: This sample was provided by Wicked Audio.
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A modular photography system for iPhone focused on premium lenses and a CPL filter. Bitplay’s lenses are compatible with their iPhone cases (available for each model) as well as their Clip product if you want an alternative to cases or to use a lens on the front camera while using the SNAP! X case.
Hardware specs
Premium HD wide angle lens
Magnification: 0.604x
Minimum focus distance: 15 mm
Angle of view – Horizontal: 89.7º
Angle of view – Vertical: 102.9º
Lens construction: 6 elements in 6 groups
Dimensions: 44 (Ø) X 25.7 mm (H)
Weight: 36g
Premium HD telephoto lens Magnification: 2x
Minimum focus distance: 240 mm
Angle of view – Horizontal: 32.3º
Angle of view – Vertical: 39.8º
Lens construction: 5 elements in 4 groups
Dimensions: 44 (Ø) X 31.1 mm (H)
Weight: 53g
M52 CPL w/ adapter
Threads: M52 mm
Dimensions: 55 X 11.5 mm (CHECK DIMENSIONS)
Weight: 15.8g (lens only) (CHECK WEIGHT)
SNAP! X Dimensions: 14.4 x 7.4 x 1.65 mm
Weight: 53g
CLIP Dimensions: 35 x 37 x 18 mm
Weight: 10g
What’s in the boxes?
Premium HD Lens Series – Premium HD wide angle lens
– Premium HD telephoto lens
– M52 CPL filter, adapter and gasket
– User manuals
– Lens caps and storage bag included with each HD lens, zip storage case comes with the CPL filter
CLIP – Lens clip for iPhone, user manual
SNAP! X – Snap! camera case for iPhone X, wrist strap, extra adhesive handle, user manual
^ CLIP ^ ^ Premium HD Lens Series ^ SNAP! X camera case
CPL zip case ^ Phone leash ^ HD storage bag and lens caps
Design and features
Bitplay has approached their system from a photographer’s point of view and the result is a product that functionally and visually leans towards a point and shoot camera. For this review of their premium HD lens series, they provided the SNAP! X case as well as their clip, both of which provide the interface to your iPhone. Let’s look at the design of each of these components.
SNAP! X – The most visual aspects of the design is the retro “camera” look of the case, specifically the handle and the trigger button, both of which provide some balance to the camera mount area and lenses when attached.
The trigger button sits more proudly when the phone is installed
So how’d they get a new physical button to work where there’s no button on the iPhone? If you have an iPhone, you likely know that you can take a photo by pressing either volume button when in the camera app. Bitplay created a long lever arm that ties the new trigger button to one that presses the volume (-) button. Looking at the inside of the case you can see a small gap around the perimeter. This plate provides some internal clearance for that lever arm to freely pivot when the case is on a phone.
Most of the case is made up of PC and ABS for durability. The front edge of the case is TPU allowing for flexibility and a non-slip surface. The power and volume + buttons are part of that same injection process, and both have a good tactile response to presses. The handle is also TPU and provides a grippy surface for you to hold the whole setup with a single hand, much like a point and shoot camera.
Unique to the iPhone X model, the lens mount area has two mounting positions; one for each lens. You will only need the lower position if you’re shooting with portrait mode. The mount area is an aluminum insert which creates a butter smooth rotation for screwing in the lenses.
The lenses – The bell shape of the lenses is balanced by the curved glass lenses and it’s instantly apparent that these are not inexpensive lenses. The aluminum bodies have a silky black finish with the lens name for each cleanly printed on the side in white. That print and the telephoto being longer are the only visible differences between the two.
The flare of the bell shape extends past the peak of the glass lens allowing them to safely rest on a table if placed lens down. The mounting side has a small lens nested into the center of shallow threads for connecting to the case or CLIP with slightly more than a single 360º rotation.
Both lenses ship with front and back lens caps. The large front caps are soft, flexible and easy to use. The rear caps are stiffer, small and easy to lose.
M52 CPL Filter – The filter is designed specifically for use with these two premium HD lenses. Comes with the filter, an adapter and a TPU gasket
CLIP – The clip is designed to work on all iPhone models without a case, as well as on their SNAP series cases for the front camera.
Setup
I primarily used the SNAP! X case for this review, so let’s look at that setup first…
To put the case on, lead with the left side of the phone and start to push until both the top and bottom corners are in place, then push the right side of the phone down and into place. This is a pretty straightforward step, but I did have one install where the trigger button was fully depressed before install and the top edge of the volume (-) button got stuck between the case and the phone resulting in a couple hundred photos being taken in burst mode.
To install a lens, remove the back lens cap and screw the lens clockwise into place on the case.
To install the filter, unscrew the filter from the adapter and remove the TPU gasket. Sandwich the lens you want to use between the adapter and the gasket, then mount the lens to the case or clip. When you’re ready to use the filter, just screw it on to the front of the lens. Note that the lens cap does not fit with the filter in place. Bitplay does appear to sell that cap separately however.
To use the CLIP, unlock the clasp, slide the two faces apart and place onto your phone. Align the crosshairs for the center of your phone’s lens, squeeze the faces together and then re-lock the clasp. Now screw in the lens of your choice and you’re good to go.
Performance
The lenses are easier to use when running the case on your phone. I’ve had this case on my phone the majority of the last 4 weeks. I want to call out that fact because I usually switch cases every couple days rotating between a few favorites. I get annoyed with cases quickly and while there are a few things I’d change, the functionality is so good for what it does, that it has stayed on my phone consistently.
Using the system in the real-world brings out a couple of facts quickly. First is that this is a photography setup. The intent is for calculated shots that you’re taking the time to get right, or at least have put a lens on and you’re in ready-to-shoot mode. If something unexpected is happening, you’re unlikely to get your phone out and install a lens quickly. I’d file that under knowing what you’re getting into and not a deal breaker by any means. Second is adapting to a multiple lens scenario. We’ve gotten used to having a phone (camera) at our disposal that fits in your pocket. You can still pocket your phone with one lens, but adding a second lens and a filter and lens caps and it starts feeling pretty fidgety. Switching between lenses feels more than twice as difficult as I definitely did not want to drop a lens. If you’re transitioning from using a multiple lens camera, you’ve got a very different reference point and may not mind at all.
Let’s move past all that stuff though, because once a lens is in place on your phone (case or clip), you immediately forgot how it got there and start seeing what it can do to your photography.
Here’s comparison photos to look at. All should be clickable to zoom into the details.
Stock iPhone cameraHD Wide Angle LensStock iPhone cameraHD Wide Angle LensHD Telephoto LensStock iPhone camera HD Wide Angle Lens HD Wide Angle Lens w/ CPL Filter HD Telephoto Lens HD Telephoto Lens w/ CPKL FilterStock iPhone camera HD Wide Angle Lens HD Telephoto Lens
The lenses work pretty well for video as well. Here’s Muse playing “Uprising” at Bottlerock. This was shot with the HD Telephoto lens and otherwise would have been a lot further away.
Okay. So what’s it all mean? I was really happy with the quality of the images and the options provided by a telephoto and wide angle lens. As you can see above, the wide angle lens really opens up the field both horizontally and vertically providing an image much closer to what you actually see. The telephoto helps to solve that feeling of “I thought I was closer than that” and results in a great focused composition. Both lenses are really well made with a quality heft. They’re also easy to install and remove from the case and I guess that’s why I kept feeling a little anxious about the storage options as I’m not sure I want to find out how they’d fair if I dropped one. They’re heavy enough that I can imagine the bell of the body denting or worse… the glass lens shattering. Bitplay does offer a zipper storage case for both a single and a pair of HD lenses and I’d recommend picking up one of those if you don’t have a camera bag that would work for lenses of this size.
The CPL filter I have less to comment on. I can see some temperature differences in the images above, but I’m not sure it’s something I’d use. There is obviously a demand for filters in the traditional camera market, and similarly in the app world. Again, if you’re coming from a dedicated camera scenario then you’re likely to know if this is something you want.
I’m a huge fan of the case after using it for this review. It offers great protection to the entire phone including the front glass as the TPU edges sit proud of the screen. After using the trigger to take photos, I don’t want to go back to using the screen. It’s really easy to press without jostling the phone. The trigger does extend past the case a good bit and you will get some random photos as a result, or decreasing volume if it gets hit when you aren’t expecting it. The TPU handle is also pretty tall which works great as a handle and less great when you want your phone to lay flat on a table, or charging pad. It did not affect wireless charging, however.
What I like
The trigger button
The fit and durability of the case
Quality of the lenses and security of the mount
The TPU handle
What needs to be improved
Lens cap fidget factor when switching lenses – maybe add tethers?
Case does not lay flat when on a table (tilts phone away from you)
Volume button is really hard to get to
Lens/filter storage
Final thoughts
Bitplay has created a compelling photography system here. All the components are extremely well made, look and feel valuable. And they should, because at ~ $250 it’s a chunk of change to lay down, but the results are hard to argue with. You’ll want to be prepared to answer some questions as it’s hard not to notice either the lens or the case when you’re taking photos in public.
Prices: Multiple
$202.49 – Premium HD Lens Series (Wide Angle, Telephoto, CPL Filter)
$43.99 – SNAP! X camera case
$9.99 – CLIP Where to buy: Bitplay and Amazon Source: The sample for this review was provided by Bitplay.
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There’s nothing makes an impression like a fine piece of leather. If you’re looking to level up your style, I’d like to introduce you my new friend: the Slim iPad Pro EVO from Harber London. Think of it like a fine whiskey: simple and elegant, with a subtle complexity that just oozes class. To the review!
What is it?
It’s a leather sleeve for your iPad Pro, Apple Keyboard, and Apple Pencil.
Hardware specs
13″ wide by 10″ tall
Full grain vegetable tanned cowhide leather
100% wool felt lining
Hand made
Fits the 12.9” iPad Pro with or without the Apple Keyboard
Internal security loop for the Apple Pencil
What’s in the box?
The sleeve is the only star of the show here, but we have to spend a moment talking about the packaging. Harber London delivers your sleeve in an elegant cotton white bag, sealed in an embossed black folio that sets the tone for a sophisticated brand experience. I love it when brands pay attention to the little details like this.
Design and features
Let’s start our review with the construction. The Harber London Slim iPad Pro EVO uses full grain vegetable tanned cowhide leather that is rich, supple, and elegant. Little details like the tastefully-placed embossed product logos just add to the sense of sophisticated style in the build:
Harber London’s products are all hand made in Spain, and the quality craftsmanship is obvious in the little assembly details. The 100% natural wool lining pairs perfectly with the leather. It’s got amazing hand feel, durability, and a wonderfully soft wrapper to protect your iPad’s delicate surfaces. The edging on both the wool and leather is left raw, letting the natural materials speak for themselves:
The interior leather loop is sized perfectly for your Apple Pencil. It’s tight enough to keep it from running away, but not so tight that you’re fighting to get your Pencil in and out when you need it.
The sleeve is sized to fit your iPad Pro while allowing enough extra depth to accommodate the Pencil, making it easy to slide your iPad in and out. It’s snug enough to accommodate your Apple Keyboard attached to your iPad without extra slack to slide about. You could probably add your iPad back cover if you want to stretch the leather a bit, but I wouldn’t recommend it. And if you’re using the sleeve, why would you need that anyway?
Total measurements on the sleeve are 13″ wide by 10″ tall, and about 3/4″ deep when you load up your iPad Pro, Apple Keyboard, and Apple Pencil. It adds about an inch all around and 1/2″ depth to your carry as opposed to running naked with the iPad Pro. Not a huge increase in volume if you’re throwing it in your bag.
For me, the perfect use case for this sleeve is the business/creative professional who has pared down the meeting essentials to your iPad Pro and Apple Pencil. There’s no fumbling with zips or flaps in the design; slip out your tools, and get right to work. It also makes a serious style statement that looks great when you need to dress up for that big presentation or board meeting.
Harber London does offer a variety of hand crafted leather and EDC products, including sleeve designs for an assortment of devices with different features. Take a wander over to Harber London’s site for more information.
What I like
Hand-made with beautiful, natural materials
Simple and elegant
Sized perfectly for your iPad Pro and Apple Pencil
What needs to be improved
Not much at all
Final thoughts
There’s something magical about hand made leather products that let the quality of craftsmanship shine through. The Harber London Slim iPad Pro EVO ticks all of those boxes for me, with great functionality to boot. It’s simple, elegant, and classy. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing more from this brand.
Price: About $80 USD. Note that Harber London is based in the UK. This item ships worldwide for under $10 USD, but check shipping rates when purchasing. Where to buy: You can buy direct from the Harber London web site. Source: The sample of this product was provided by Harber London.
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Compression socks, sleeves and ankle braces aren’t new. The team over at Lasso decided to take a bit of a different approach and have designed socks specifically with ankle support for use in rehabilitation, preventing injury and even just general support.
What are they?
Athletic socks specifically engineered to mimic the compression and support that is typically provided only by professional sport taping or ankle braces.
Materials
Coolmax fabrics
Reinforced strike padding
What’s in the package?
1 reusable zip bag (not certain if retail packaging is different)
1 pair Lasso Compression Socks
1 information card
Design and features
It’s pretty easy to dismiss socks as pedestrian and an area where it’s hard to innovate, but a quick look at these Lasso socks makes it clear that these are more than your everyday pair. The different grey areas (shine, achilles, heel, forefoot) immediately indicate that there are multiple zones. Texture changes (toe, grey zones, main sock body) add to the number of things to discover. They’ve also paid close attention to how the sock fits the shape of the foot and any areas that might cause discomfort.
Setup
I’m pretty sure most of us know how to put on socks, but here’s the instructions from their info card…
How to use:
Step 1 – Take off the old school sock you’re probably wearing.
Step 2 – Put on each Lasso sock. Slowly. Enjoy the experience.
Step 3 – Stand up…dance around a bit. Feel its strength.
Step 4 – Now get out there and show us your moves.
Performance
Okay, so here’s some relevant background information that hopefully adds some weight to the review.
I grew up skateboarding and snowboarding. My knees and my ankles are not better for it. About 15 years ago I fractured the talus (weight supporting bone) in my left ankle. 5 years prior to that, I tore two ligaments in my right ankle which now too cracks loudly to sneak up on anyone. I can definitely tell if I walk too much in a day or if I’ve been sitting too long with my ankles relaxed/toes pointed. Needless to say, my ankles often need help.
I recently had an overseas trip pop up with very short notice and it was the perfect opportunity to take the Lasso socks through an extended test. One of my guilty travel pleasures has been to buy a couple pairs of new socks and dole them out during the trip. Since this was to be a one week trip I let the Lasso’s get the honor as the single new pair I would bring.
Lasso isn’t kidding when they ask that you enjoy the experience of putting on their socks. These things are ridiculously soft! The compression is immediately apparent as you have to get your thumbs inside to pull the mid-foot and then the heel into place; unlike a tube sock. The tension feels reassuring, supportive and empowering. The sock hits about midway up my calf which is about the height I typically like to run. It initially borders on feeling too tight, but then quickly resides to a “good” tight. For reference, I’m a very narrow 12 in footwear. As a result, the compression is most noticeable around the mid-foot and especially around the ankle for me.
The toe area, while having a visible join like most socks, has a decided lack of any seam or thickness change on the top of your knuckles. If sock seams have ever been a problem for you, they’re not here.
The first day I wore them I expected to have a lot of walking ahead of me… hotel -> bullet train -> taxi -> vendor and then repeat in reverse. In retrospect, my Fitbit data tells me that I only hit about 3.38 miles that day. I do know that I was on my feet the entire day as I was doing a lot of mechanical assembly for my day job. Of note, I remember my lower back complaining (also common for me), but my ankles didn’t seem bothered.
What was supposed to be a one week trip then doubled, and subsequently the test scenario for these socks became more demanding out of necessity. Rewearing socks is never fun in my experience, but it is what it is. So, how was day two in Lassos?
This time it was 80º in Shenzhen and very humid. I feared the worst going to put them on; expecting that crunchy, begged-to-be laundered feel that used, unwashed socks get. To my surprise, the Lassos felt almost as soft as day one.
That particular day was all walking, and metro, and walking. I logged about 15k steps (over 7 miles). My ankles are typically in trouble right around the 12k mark. I could tell my ankles were tired, but I didn’t get the I-may-give-out-on-you warnings that usually make me call it a day. I’ve used other ankle sleeves in the past with mixed success, but this was truly a better experience. It’s hard to point at anything specific, but the support was constantly there and I never felt over-constricted.
The following day I wore some regular athletic socks and had almost as long a day; just under 7miles. I felt the fatigue right around 10k steps likely due to the previous day’s walking, but this time my ankles definitely missed the support. I had a couple of less than secure steps on some stairs and again on some uneven sidewalks in that last 3k.
I then took the testing a notch further and wore them a 3rd day for my travel day and flight home; an 18 hour ordeal consisting of metro, 13 hour flight to Seattle, 2 hour layover and an additional haul back to the house. Pulling them on was still waaaay better than typical experiences. My intent of this 3rd day was that the compression would help to keep my old, tired ankles from swelling during the long flight. They performed admirably with plenty of support in flight, as well as for walking the rest of the time.
What I like
Comfortable
Tactile Support
Putting them on (it really is an experience)
What needs to be improved
The top cuff is narrow and wanted to collapse/slouch down (did not move beyond ~ an inch)
Warm – maybe too much for summer days?
Expensive at $59.99 – Better at the current reduced price of $29.99
Final thoughts
I was very happy with the performance of these socks. Other “solutions” out there have been marginal at best, or overly restrictive when it comes to motion. Lasso has a unique product here that lives up to their claims. My main comment is the potential for being too warm for summer or high humidity days. These will absolutely be my go to socks when I plan on hitting the skatepark or other activities.
Price: $29.99 Where to buy: Lasso or Amazon Source: The sample of this product was provided by Lasso.
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SNAP! X camera case
CPL zip case ^ Phone leash ^ HD storage bag and lens caps
The trigger button sits more proudly when the phone is installed
