If you had to trust a water-proof case to protect your precious iPhone 4 during a torture test, which would it be — the Overboard or the Aquapac? That’s the challenge they gave me for the latest episode of TiPb’s Amazing Case, our hardcore, case vs case tests of strength, durability, and performance.

We figure if either — or both — of these water cases could survive being thrown into the deep end and taken through the high-pressure car wash then they can survive a dip in the tub or day at the beach.

Follow on after the jump for the details, and the give-away!

Aquapac vs Overboard

Truth be told these two cases are very similar. Both are clear plastic that retains the capacitive touch so you can keep using your iPhones while they’re inside. (At least when you’re out of the water — no capacitive touch can work when you’re under water). This means you can still make calls, record video, check the web, etc. with ease.

The Overboard has a black outer lining that does conceal part of the iPhone which I found kind of annoying. The Aquapac is clear all the way around allowing you to be able to see the whole screen of the iPhone and use the camera without having to worry about the view being obstructed.

Both the Overboard and the Aquapac have hard plastic seals that close tightly and securely. They do allow a small amount of water to get caught in the closure though, so you need to open the cases with caution or you risk dripping water on your iPhones. And yes, both cases are equally hard to get iPhones into and out of.

Lanyards are included with both the Overboard and the Aquapac so you can hold onto them or tie them to something to make sure you don’t lose them in the water.

Fight! (and give-away)

So which water proof case was the most protective? No spoilers! You have to watch the video above for the results of our Overboard vs Aquapac ultimate iPad scratch test.

When you’re done leave me a reply in the comments below and tell me which one you’d rather have protecting your iPhone 4 — Overboard or Aquapac — and where exactly you want to take you iPhone 4 that it needs water protection.

We have a one of each to give away, so make sure you leave a valid email address so we can contact you if you win. (US mailing address required for delivery).

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All eyes have been on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab today, but let’s not forget that the device has some useful accessories too. The lack of a built-in keyboard obviously means that there will be a full-sized keyboard dock that will allow you to type out those lengthy emails. Other accessories include a docking station that is capable of charging the device while offering an HDMI output to pump content from the tablet to an HDTV. A car dock is also available that will allow the device to be mounted on the windshield to double up as a giant GPS navigation device. Check out the Galaxy Tab’s official site for a full list of accessories.

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Still remember the Samsung Galaxy S EBB-U10 power pack? The company will release the battery pack by the end of September 2010 in Germany. Weighing at only 70 grams, the Samsung Galaxy S EBB-U10 features LED status lights to provide additional information. Battery life is rated to offer talk time of up to 8-hours and a standby time of up to 500 hours. The Samsung Galaxy S EBB-U10 power pack is priced at $88 each. [Ubergizmo]

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If you are unsatisfied with the iPhone camera quality, then you might need the Camera Phone Lenses. This iPhone accessory provides wide angle, macro or fisheye capabilities that go well beyond your average fixed lens. You can easily attach this lens into your iPhone camera using an included magnetic ring. [Photojojo]

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Why won’t my iPhone or iPad case work with this cable? is one of the questions we’re being asked a lot lately. A naked iPhone can pretty much fit any sync, charge, or media cable you connect it with at home, at work, or on the go. When you start introducing some types of cases, however, and add in different kinds of cables — all bets are off.

The USB to Dock cable Apple includes with every iPhone and iPad box is typically razor thin. It just has an incredibly small profile and will generally fit almost any case you throw at it. [Cheap plug: the Apple USB cable with AC adapter is 50% off right now at the TiPb Store]

Other cables, especially when you get into things like car or video connectors can be broader, thicker and fatter. Maybe it’s a lack of forethought, maybe it’s a matter of shielding, maybe it’s both.

If your iPhone or iPad has a skin shield, it’s basically the same as being naked and not a problem. With cases, your mileage will certainly vary.

Many of the very light, thin cases, especially where they have very large cutouts around the dock, aren’t usually a problem either. It’s when you start getting into the thicker, more protective cases that are cut tighter around the dock that there starts to be a problem. Namely, the thicker cables don’t fit.

In an ideal world all cables would be as thin as possible and all cases would have the ports cut as wide as protection allows. In the real world, here are your options:

• If you want to use one of the cases that offers better protection try to get as thin a cable as possible.

• If you want to use thicker car, media, or other cables, get case that’s cut as wide around the dock as possible.

The same rules can apply to some cases when matched with some headsets as well. It’s a mix-and-match game that accessory makers have forced onto iPhone and iPad users.

In an ideal world, case makers would pay attention and provide ample room around the ports and cable and other accessory makers would pay attention and keep their profiles as slim as possible. And hey, if you’ve run into any problems, writing the accessory maker in question and letting them know might just get them to pay more attention in the future.

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The iLuv Flexi-Clear iPad Case not only adds no bulk to your iPad, it adds tons of protection as well. It comes in a couple different colors and gives you the peace of mind of knowing that if you set your iPad on a surface face up or face down, the screen nor the back will not obtain any damage.

I’ve always been particularly fond of silicon skins and cases for iPad and iPhone. The iLuv Flexi-Clear iPad case exceeded my expectations. The first thing I look for with silicon cases is whether or not they collect lint or dust. If a case does, I probably won’t use it. This is probably a bigger issue with the iPhone as they normally end up in pockets, but iPads end up in bags, so to me, it’s equally as important. This particular skin doesn’t seem to collect any dust or lint.

The next thing I typically look at is whether or not the skin stretches over time while using it. I’ve picked up a couple cases in the past that seem really nice but after a couple weeks, they lose their form. The bad part about this is, you typically won’t know unless you use the case pretty extensively. Most places offer a 30 day return period and I’ve always found that to be enough to know whether or not a case is going to stretch out. If it does, I typically return it.

I was extremely happy with the fit of the iLuv case. It didn’t stretch at all and stayed incredibly form-fitting. I will stick it in another case and throw it in my bag. The skin provides even more protection for the iPad than a standard case alone, and also provides some grip. If you’re looking for a nice silicon case to add to your iPad accessory collection, check out the iLuv Flexi-Clear iPad case in the TiPb iPad Accessory Store.

Pros

• Doesn’t collect lint or dust

• Maintains its shape and doesn’t get loose

• Wraps around the front edges so placing the screen face down on a surface protects the screen

• Provides firm grip on most surfaces and inside other cases

Cons

• Doesn’t provide protection for the screen outside of placing it face down

• Will need another case to put inside a bag in order to protect screen

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The LiveRider is the first Wireless Cycling Computer and mounting system for iPhone and iPod touch. The device uses a 2.4GHz technology that provides a reliable operation without the hassle and clutter of wires. The LiveRider comes with a sensor unit, which is mounted on the frame near the rear wheel that measures both bike speed and pedal cadence and transmits that information to a receiving unit attached to the 30 pin connector of the iPhone or iPod touch. The LiveRider will also playback your past rides with a feature called “Chase Rider”. If you are interested, you can purchase the LiveRider for $99.99 a pop. [Product Page]

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If you had to go into a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu death match with your precious iPhone 4, which case would you be better off taking with you — the Golla Stunt Pouch or Otterbox Defender? Soft, plush fabric with the security of a magnetic flap and belt loop, or hard plastic beneath flexible silicone in a easy on, easy off holster? That’s the challenge they put to me and my husband, Antony in the debut episode of TiPb’s Amazing Case, our hardcore, case vs case tests of strength, durability, and performance.

We figure if either — or both — of these cases can survive being slammed to the mats, rolled on and over, pinned and punished, then they can survive pretty much whatever normal, day-to-day use throws at them.

Follow on after the jump for the tale of the tape, and the give-away!

Golla Stunt Case for iPhone 4

Golla Stunt is perfectly named for the stunts we’re pulling in TiPb’s Amazing Case. It’s a side-loader and claims durable fabric and a magnetic flap that’ll keep your iPhone 4 secure and scratch-free. The belt loop, while harder to take on and off, also means it’ll stay on until it’s ripped off. There’s also a zippered pocket inside for your credit cards, ID, cash, gym membership, or hospital card (depending how the stunt ends!). And if the dark tones of the Stunt don’t knock you out, there are a ton of other colors and styles to choose from.

• Soft materials
• Fun and trendy patterns and colors
• Large belt loop
• Magnetic closure

Otterbox Defender for iPhone 4

The Otterbox Defender is rugged in the rock-em-sock-em tradition, and promises protection from drops, bumps, dust, and shock. The screen is covered, the casing is covered, even the buttons and ports are covered. The silicone outer skin and the hard plastic shell are a one-two punch of protection, and notched inside its holster, it clips, it swivels, and it secures your iPhone to your belt yet lets you snap it off in an instant when needed.

• Layer 1: Thermal formed protective clear membrane. Protects keypad against scratching, as well as dust intrusion (layer optional depending on the level of protection desired)
• Layer 2: Hi-impact polycarbonate shell for an added guard against drops and shocks
• Layer 3: High quality silicone skin to absorb bump and shock
• Full access to all keys, ports and functions

Fight! (And give-away!)

Check out the video above to see the results of our Golla Stunt Pouch and Otterbox Defender Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu death-match, then head on over to the TiPb iPhone 4 accessory store, find your favorite Golla bag (they’ve got tons of styles) and paste the link in the comments below. We’ll pick a couple of you and send you Golla bags of your very own. (Make sure you leave a valid email address so we can contact you if you win). US mailing address required.

Are you ready? (Are you ready?) Bring it!

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DigiPower has recently introduced the world’s slimmest and lightest auxiliary battery pack. Measuring at 0.25-inch thin and weighing at just two ounces, this 1100mAh battery pack will provide you three more hours of 3G talk time, seven more hours of video playback, or 21 more hours of audio playback. The device also features three LED lights to show the charge status and an On/Off button. The DigiPower Auxiliary Battery Pack will work with multiple gadgets thanks to different USB connection types. You can purchase the DigiPower battery pack for $29.95. [i4u]

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One of our readers let us know his Apple iPhone 4 dock just arrived and sent along some pictures to show the still dock-less among us just what it looks like.

Check them out after the jump, and if you nabbed one as well, let us know how it’s working for you.

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