77 iPhone Innovations (and iPhone Worship) (SUPER GALLERY)

Whether you like Apple’s iPhone or not, there is no denying it started a revolution that has forever changed phone design. It was an iPod, an Internet device, and a phone without having buttons.

From its official announcement a year ago, the iPhone had all the big guns scrambling to come up with an iPhone killer, or at least the iPhone equivalent. We have seen numerous designs and phones take shots at the iPhone’s throne, with some coming quite close while most faltered and fell short. The iPhone’s magic weapon has been its software. Competitors can copy the design, the style and even the icons; but they can not copy Apple’s operating system which is the beating heart of the iPhone.

With the recent announcement of the iPhone SDK and the second generation 3G iPhone with GPS coming out next month at half the price, Apple has further solidified its position and seems set to take on the world of phones by storm.

In addition to revolutionizing phone designs, the iPhone has created a huge market for accessories, cases, docks, applications and much more. I do not think any one gadget has ever generated this much intrest and this many trends in Trend Hunter within one year.

COMING FULL CIRCLE

Apple iPhone - New Killer Phone in the Works

Is Apple about to further diversify its suite of products and expand in the wireles market.  If this apparent ‘I-Phone’ is as successful as the iPod, Nokia and Motorola have some strategizing to do. [More]

Apple iPhone Revealed - iPod + Phone + Internet + No Buttons! (GALLERY)

The long anticipated Apple iPhone has just been revealed this hour… During Steve Job’s speach, he more or less mocked Blackberry and other technologies relative to the capabilities of the new iphone.… [More]

Faster, Cheaper iPhones - $199 3G iPhone is Twice as Fast (VIDEO)

Steve Jobs has finally revealed the much anticipated 3G iPhone at WWDC 2008. The phone will be available on July 11 with the 8GB model being priced at a fantastically low $199, while the 16GB model (available… [More]

DOCKS

iMac-Simulating iPhone Stands - Just Mobile Xtand (GALLERY)

This has got to be the best looking iPhone stand yet, and somehow it makes your iPhone look like a minature iMac. The Just Mobile Xtand can hold your iPhone vertically or horizontally, and rotates a full… [More]

Dual Charging Docks - Griffin PowerDock 2 Charges 2 iPods/ iPhones

If you’re lucky enough to have both an iPhone and iPod, or you and the wife have two iPhones/ iPods, then the Griffin PowerDock 2 Charging Base is the perfect charging dock to ensure everyone’s happy with… [More]

iPhone & iPod Projectors - The QingBar MP101

Photos and videos are best enjoyed when shared with friends. We have recently seen the PoGo, a Polaroid on-the-go image printer that allows you to instantly print and share images from your phone or camera.… [More]

Hands-Free Toilet Phones - NAJA King iPhone Holder (VIDEO)

The Thought Out Company has produced a hands-free iPhone holder called the NAJA King (pronounced NAHA). The King has a flexible, 3-foot coil that can be shaped and bent to your liking (or to finagle around… [More]

Sleek Mac Table - OneLessDesk from Heckler

At least they didn’t name it the iDesk. Heckler has designed the sleek, strong, techy, OneLessDesk. Put your display on one level, along with your iPhone, iPod and dock, and all the other MacGoodies you… [More]

APPLICATIONS

Free iPhone Upgrades - iPhone 2.0 Firmware

Steve Jobs unveiled at WWDC that iPhone Firmware 2.0 will be out in July free of charge for iPhone owners. On the other hand, iPod touch owners will have to shell out $9.95 to upgrade. New features include… [More]

Twitter for iPhone - Twinkle with Geo-Action

All you Twitter fanatics can rejoice. Twinkle, an iPhone Twitter client with “Locate Me” features, has just been released on Installer.app. Now people can know WHAT you are doing, and WHERE you are doing… [More]

Rotary Dial iPhones - iDial (GALLERY)

Combine cutting-edge gadgets and retro style with this awesome beyond words rotary, analogue style dialler iDial application for the iPhone. In a clash of the past and present technologies, iDial utilizes the iPhone’s innovative multi-touch capabilities with the ancient but cool dialler of analog phones. While dialing in circles is not the fastest or most convenient … [More]

Turn Your iPhone Into A Piano - iAno (VIDEO)

Do you like to play piano? Got an iPhone? Well, you can now turn it into a sleek portable piano, provided it is jailbroken so you can install thirdparty software. iPhone developer Mister Aardvark has just… [More]

iPhone Got Game + Application SDK - First Multi-touch iPhone Games (GALLERY)

The flood gates have opened, await the iPhone applications Tsunami!! Along with making the long-awaited iPhone SDK available, Apple has announced the first official iPhone multi-touch games. The one and… [More]

iPhone AppStore Products - Loopt (UPDATE) (VIDEO)

Loopt, the “social compass” that transforms your phone into a pinpointing device to show you where your contacts are at any given moment was just demonstrated on the iPhone at WWDC. The GPS application… [More]

Surveillance Via iPhone - iSpy? (VIDEO)

A company called Lextech has created an application that utilizes the iPhone’s revolutionary multi-touch technology to allow easy control of advanced surveillance devices via your iPhone. In addition to watching a live stream of the surveillance camera on your iPhone’s screen, control features such as tilting, panning and zooming are conveniently … [More]

Social Discovery - Whrrl.com on iPhones

One startup that is expecting to transform the social networking space is Pelago. Pelago will soon offer a version of its software, called Whrrl, for the iPhone. The software enables something Pelago’s… [More]

Order A Starbucks From Your iPhone - QuickOrder

Using QuickPay, a swipe transaction system using semacode technology, it seems it is not to far in the future that you will be able to order a Starbucks coffee from your iPhone - without standing in line.… [More]

iFashion - Chloe Fashion House Launches iPhone Friendly Website

Chloe went a notch higher with technology by becoming the first fashion house to release a tailored version of its website for the iPhone. Chloe clients can now check out the fashion brand’s latest collections… [More]

CUSTOMIZATION

Limited Edition Gadgets - Courvoisier Customized iPhone, Curve, iPod (GALLERY)

Famous Cognac brand Courvoisier has created an intruiging limited edition collection of customized iPhones, Curves, and iPods. The collection features a surprisingly elegant shade of orange with artistic… [More]

Funky Graphic iPhone Skins - Skinizi (GALLERY)

If you have an iPhone or any iPod, surely you’re protective of it; you don’t want to spend that much money on something that’s going to get banged around and scratched. Another thing to consider is that… [More]

$176,400 iPhone - Peter Aloisson Princess Plus (GALLERY)

You thought Amosu’s $41,225 iPhone was ridiculous? Peter Aloisson, an Austrian luxury designer, has recently created the most expensive iPhone in the world (til now, I say this is only the beginning).… [More]

$41,225 Apple Luxury - Gold & Diamond Encrusted iPhone

At long last! The gold and diamond encrusted Apple iPhone has arrived! For those of you who can’t put anything next to your head unless it’s covered in glittering gems, it was a long and breathless… [More]

Crystalized iPhone - iPhone Drenched in Swarovski (GALLERY)

The Swarovski drenched iPhone was created by crystalninja.com.  Each Swarovski crystal is carefully placed to create a unique work of art in the world of technology.  Inspired to harmonize with the inside… [More]

£20,000 iPhone - Diamond Apple Mobile

Selfridges & Co in London will are offering a luxury mobile phone service which comes with a 24 carat gold and diamond encrusted Apple iPhone, costing up to £20,000 for the touch-screen mobiles with 420… [More]

CASES

Snakes on iPhone - Chloe iPhone Case

After launching an iPhone compatible website a while back, French fashion house Chloé have released an iPhone case made from a specially treated Python with a unique metallic look and feel . The case comes with a wrist strap and a clip which allows it to be clipped to almost anything. The case is available in Chloé stores… [More]

Vain iPhone & iPod Touch Cases - iShield Mirror (GALLERY)

The iShield Mirror Case is a cool transparent protective (and a bit vain) case/mirror for the iPhone and iPod Touch. The case is made of impact resistant polycarbonate. A thin layer of mirrored film… [More]

iPhone Tactile Feedback - $8 My Touch Keys (VIDEO)

If you are one of the many people who complain about the constant typos you suffer due to the iPhone’s lack of a tactile feedback keypad, we bring you a simple and effective solution. My Touch Keys solves… [More]

Wood Gadget Cases - Wanxinda iPod & iPhone Case (GALLERY)

I’m liking this wood casing for the iPod. There is no real information available on the product, but I like the wood casing because it offers protection for the gadget in case of accidental dropping. “Wanxinda… [More]

Mahogany For Mobiles - Miniot Wood iPhone Holder (VIDEO)

Miniot are the first to introduce the iPhone holder made from the finest Mahogany.  Other iPod cases are also available.  The case will give you a unique look along with solid protection for your gear. [More]

Customize your iPhone with ColorWare

Bummed that you didn’t catch the first iPhone wave? Don’t worry, you can catch the wave of your choice with an iPhone customized to your color specifications. Send the company your current phone, and they will change the colors for you, or order one directly from the company. Awesome concept brought to you by ColorWare… [More]

Computer Wallets - Working Class Heroes Felt Laptop Sleeve (GALLERY)

Butterfingers laptop wallet is a fashion statement as well as a functional item. Made of top-grade wool felt in asphalt and premium buttery soft leather in cognac, this “wallet” fits the latest macbook/macbook… [More]

Louis Vuitton’s iPhone cases

If you win an iPhone from Trend Hunter, you might be looking for a slick case to protect it.  These will be available from the 16th of July at Louis Vuitton stores.  The price for the alligator case is… [More]

AUDIO

Speakers Fold Up into an Egg - DLO Portable iPhone Speakers (GALLERY)

If you have an iPhone, chances are you are into good design and these speaker are a fine example of aesthetic enhancement options. You’ll love pulling a little black and gray egg out of your pocket… [More]

Mini iPhone Bluetooth Headset - Argard M10 Platinum

Charles and Marie are selling this super teenie, platinum-colored iPhone bluetooth headset for $129USD. It’s about the size of a quarter, has 3 hours of talk time, and “sticks” to your ear without a clip.… [More]

HACKING & LEGAL ISSUES

iPhone Unlocking Video Brings Out Legal Guns (VIDEO)

A Company from Northern Ireland, under the banner “Set Your iPhone Free From AT&T,” has posted a video that has been independently confirmed, demonstrating software that unlocks the iPhone. A press… [More]

Young Hacker Unlocks Restrictions - iPhone Cracked By Teen (VIDEO)

What does it take to unlock the Apple iPhone? About 500 hours and a 17-year-old’s determined mind. A young New Jersey hacker claims he’s figured out how to unlock some of the restrictions on Apple’s iPhone,… [More]

Unlocking iPhones Is Illegal - Apple Hackers In Trouble

This week’s news about the 17-year-old who hacked the iPhone has caused a lot of discussion, and now the debate is on as to whether or not the teen’s tamperings were legal. Turns out, they weren’t. That’s… [More]

iPhone Nintendo Emulator - New Hack Lets You Play Nintendo Games (VIDEO)

Now you can play any NES game on your hip iPhone.  This feat is possible thanks to an iPhone Nintendo emulator that opens up 1980s gaming to your cutting edge device.  While the iPhone Nintendo Emulator… [More]

Unlocked iPhone On eBay - Teen Hackers Gets 350Z & 3 iPhones (VIDEO)

It’s still unknown whether Apple and AT&T will press lawsuits against iPhone hackers. In the meantime, George Hotz, the-17-year-old New Jersey hacker who unlocked the iPhone is making the most of his discovery.… [More]

Engadget Hoax Drives Apple Stock Down $4 Billion

Apple stock plunged to the tune of $4 billion in only six minutes after a hoax email sent to Engadget was published on their site on May 16, 2007. The email detailed that the iPhone would be seriously… [More]

Apple Stalks iPhone Users - Weather & Stocks Apps As Spy Tools

Were you already paranoid someone was listening in your cell phone calls? Well, if you own an iPhone, your paranoia of being watched is about to get magnified. The SlashGear crew says Apple has been spying… [More]

Top 7 iPhone Scams

ScamBusters.org helps people protect themselves scams, identity theft and urban legends. Here are ScamBuster’s predictions for the top 7 iPhone scams. 1. iPhone eBay scams: If you see an iPhone on sale for $50, you aren’t getting a real iPhone. Period. 2. iPhone standing in line scams: This is where you pay someone to stand in line for you. Set up some sort of plan to ensure the person actually stands in line or that you will see the person again… [More]

Apple Threatens Blogger Who Posted iPhone GUI

Yes, I love Apple. I have nothing against Apple. I write this trend in the spirit of fair-trend-reporting. If Apple has a history of going after bloggers, isn’t that classified as a trend? * FYI - All… [More]

KNOCK-OFFS & “KILLERS”

iPhone Knock-Offs - Nokia Symbian s60 (VIDEO)

It was only a matter of time before other companies started producing iPhone knock-offis. Nokia showed off their Symbian s60 at the Go Played show in London. The similarities with the iPhone are incredible,… [More]

Prada and LG Phone - Worlds First Completely Touch Screen Mobile (Video) (VIDEO)

We all know that Apple released their IPhone and it has gotten more hype than the war on iraq, but what you didn’t know is that LG has teamed up with Prade to make the ever so stylish KE850. LG’s KE850… [More]

BlackBerry Bold - New Blackberry Launched Today

Yet another new BlackBerry has hit the market, this time called the BlackBerry Bold. Blackberry says they’re targeting the “business” demographic. Uhh, isn’t that who they’ve always marketed to? The… [More]

iPhonic Phone With a Twist - Mooon+ (GALLERY)

Another iPhone clone? Well, this one comes with a cool twist though. The Mooon+ by Korean Sunman Kwon has a very nice iPhone-like stylish design with a big gorgeous touchscreen, sexy metal accents, and… [More]

Multimedia Computer Phone - The Nokia N96 Super Mobile (VIDEO)

Nokia has the right to insist on calling it a “multimedia computer” rather than a phone. Nokia unveiled the highly anticipated N96 dual slider at Mobile World Congress. The N95 successor packs powerful… [More]

Google’s iPhone Nemesis - Merging With Dell For Master Phone Plan

Google is rumoured to be launching its own mobile phone in collaboration with Dell. Google, falling through with its rumoured launch last year for an iPhone Competitor (the GPhone), has mustered up some… [More]

Solar Skin Cell Phones - Eclipse Intuit (GALLERY)

Following Apple’s recent solar skin patent which promises portable gadgets that are covered with solar cells, we bring you the Eclipse Intuit Phone by designer Eddie Goh which follows the same concept.… [More]

The iPhone Faces Competition - Helio Mobile Has It All & Then Some (VIDEO)

This looks like a very cool new phone from Helio. Opting for a more ‘traditional’ keyboard unlike the iPhone, this device goes beyond the iPhone in that it is GPS enabled, so you can beam your position… [More]

iPhone Clones - Available Before the iPhone (GALLERY)

The P168 is not an exact iPhone clone, but rather a rip off that’s virtually identical - and you can buy it today!  The phone even features the same iPhone wallpaper, but I’m sure the manufacturers believe… [More]

OpenMoko NEO 1973 Mobile Phone - The iPhone Killer? (VIDEO)

OpenMoko’s NEO 1973 mobile phone has a $300 price tag, it’s not locked to any provider and a Linux open-source operating system that will enable a relatively large number software developers to write… [More]

LG’s New Phones - LG Dare, Decoy and Chocolate 3 (GALLERY)

LG fans and cell phone junkies are rejoicing the launch of the LG Dare, the LG Decoy and the LG Chocolate 3. All three Verizon Wireless handsets are being welcomed, but it’s the touch-screen LG Dare that’s… [More]

$10 Anti-iPhones - The Recyclable Hop1800 (GALLERY)

They are calling it the “anti iPhone”, a $10 ultra light (77 grams) GSM phone with talk time of up to four hours and 150 hours of standby time. The pre-paid Hop1800 from Hop-On Inc, is perfect as a… [More]

FUTURISTIC CONCEPTS

Turn Your iPhone Into a Desktop - Mac Funamizu’s Gadget Hacks (GALLERY)

This awesome concept by talented designer Mac Funamizu takes inspiration from Microsoft’s Play Anywhere for a stand system that turns your iPhone into a desktop PC. The system works by mounting the… [More]

Solar Cells on Portable Devices - New Apple Patent Promises Green Gadgets

Imagine your iPhone or iPod automatically charging by the sun as you use it. A new Apple patent promises exactly that, by exploring the use of solar power in various versions of their mobile devices: iPhone,… [More]

Bio-Charging - Self-Healing Artificial Muscle Charges an iPhone

What’s better than successfully creating an artificial muscle that heals itself? Having that muscle charge your iPhone or other gadgets! Combining breakthroughs in self-healing materials and artificial… [More]

Apple’s Dual Trackpad Phone - iPhone Flip

iPhone lovers may have a clam in their future. Patents have been filed for an iPhone design that opens like a clamshell to make a “dual sided trackpad.” That means you can access the interface from… [More]

iPhone to go X86 - Iphone3

If you are still planning to buy an Apple iPhone, keep waiting. If you can wait until 2009 or even 2010, you could grab one that it will run the Intel processor like all the iMacs do now when the new phones… [More]

ENVIRONMENT

Apple Offers Free Recycling of Any Brand - A Greener Apple (GALLERY)

After recent criticism from environmental groups, Apple has decided to polish its green image by offering free recycling both on-line and in stores of CPUs, iPods and mobile phones. They are accepting… [More]

ADS & PROMOTIONS

Apple iPhone Ad Campaign Begins (VIDEO)

The campaign for the Apple iPhone started yesterday with an ad in a commercial break during the 79th Academy Awards. It started with images of old phones and people saying hello… Of course they were… [More]

New iPhone Ads (VIDEO)

It’s here!! The marketing you’ve all been waiting for. Apple’s released their teaser ads for the iPhone. And it’s going to blow you away because for the first time an Apple ad actually promotes features, not just a silhouette dancing around. Honestly, the phone’s integrated features look very slick but the real test will be whether the touchpad display is sensitive … [More]

Win an Apple iPhone at TrendHunter.com

Sign up to become a Trend Hunter and you could win an Apple iPhone! - The winner will be picked randomly from our list of Trend Hunters (existing and new are all eligible). - I am going to announce the… [More]

New iPhone Ad - “The Great Thing” (VIDEO)

We’ve seen how viral Apple’s commercials get, so we thought we’d fill you in before everyone’s seen the latest. Plus, when this one gets spoofed, you’ll want to have the original to compare it to. The… [More]

Innovative Mobile Learning - iPod Touch & iPhone at ACU (VIDEO)

“What iSchool did you graduate from?” That could be an interview question of the future if a new academic craze catches on. Abilene Christian University is tossing around the idea of a new mobile learning… [More]

Marketing With the iPhone - Vans Skate Game

I am working in a the marketing department of a media company in Paris, France. Recently we were sitting in circle and discussing new advertising formats. One of the most interesting is a skate game made… [More]

ASSORTED

iPhone Rental - Erento Let You Try Before You Buy

If you’ve contemplated getting an iPhone but haven’t been quite ready to commit, then consider renting one from erento. The online company knows that as excited as consumers are about the touchscreen… [More]

World’s 1st iPhone & iTouch Wireless GPS - G-FI

PosiMotion is claiming the first wireless GPS accessory for Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch title. The GPS add-on is actually compatible with any Wi-Fi device, but will be shipping with exclsive software… [More]

iPhone Camera Lens - 6x Optical Zoom

If you’ve decided to rely on your iPhone entirely for snapping photos, you may as well go all out and add the accessories you need, like this 6x optical zoom lens. It’s attached to a clear cover that’s closed over the iPhone, with the lens covering the camera eye on the back of the… [More]

iPhone Fever - Crowd Control and Camping Out

June 29 is the release date for Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone. AT&T stores nationwide are gearing for the 6:00 PM “sharp” launch time by closing the stores starting at 4:30 to prepare for the onslaught… [More]

Very Naughty iPhone Toy - Touch Screen Pleasuring

This is definitely not suitable for work. As much as it sounds like a joke, there really is an iPhone sex toy. Thanks to the touch-screen technology, there’s a heck of a lot more that can be done entertainment… [More]

Google Now iPhone-Friendly - The Start of Something REALLY Big

Google has gone iPhone friendly. On the tiny Google toolbar you’ll find all the neat Google stuff. Gmail, calendar, reader, docs, GOOG 411 and photos. Google just made a giant leap with Apple to make getting… [More]

GPS on iPhone - Google Maps and Open Source Coming Soon (VIDEO)

Last month we reported that Google’s teaming with Apple was the start of something big, and just as we expected, we’re seeing the success of their collaboration.  Global Positioning Systems are coming… [More]

Mosaics for Marketing - Steve Jobs Made of Apple Products (GALLERY)

We’ve seen some awesome photo mosaics, some even functioning as more than art and delivering social commentary. While this image of Steve Jobs doesn’t hold any moving messages about society, it could… [More]

Finally, if you can’t get an iPhone, knit yourself one or make a cake!

Hand Knit iPhone - Best Way to Get Your Own iPhone in 5 hours

Pining for your own iPhone? Well - either you can get lucky with winning the TrendHunter iPhone draw* or get creative: MAKE ONE! Only catch: it’s a knit, and doesn’t even work with AT&T. But it’s drooling-over… [More]

10 Nerdy Cakes - Happy Birthday, Geek

After seeing a post about a retro Atari birthday cake at Technabob, I decided to find some more ‘geeky’ desserts and trust me, there was no short supply! Some of the cakes that I found were already highlighted… [More]

If you made it down here alive, check out these fantastic top 30 iPod innovations:

Top 30 iPod Innovations (SUPER GALLERY) (VIDEO)

The iPod obsession has transcended into fashion, art, and technology. By the look of the range of items on the market, it appears marketers truly had fun designing everything from iPod bikinis to iPod… [More]