iMainGo is a gadget that combines the elements of a portable speaker system with a protective carry case for an iPod or other MP3 player. Reviewers say that the sound is quite impressive for the price. It's available from Amazon for $69.99.

iSkin has introduced a new like of iSkin Vibes covers for the iPod nano featuring “tokidoki,” a line of Japanese anime-style characters created by Italian artist Simone Legno. They cost $24.99 each. The casing is a lightweight scratch-resistant slipcover that includes a clear appliqué screen protector to keep the iPod display scratch-free.

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A few minutes ago I was in deep contemplation, inside my personal dojo. I achieved a new level of enlightenment by watching shadows trace their way across my laptop computer. By chance I saw this device appear: it's the Cowon D2 media player, and it uses a touch screen for interfacing with the outside world. I was somewhat impressed by this. I noticed it sports a 2.5-inch LCD screen, supports music and video, and offers SD and SDHC storage.

As I move swiftly through my room of constant chimes, I note this gadget appearing on my phone in the dim illumination of the room. It's a privacy screen for your iPod. If you do not wish your fellow commuters or cafe-onlookers to enjoy the music or video your playing, then this is for you. For $9.99 this privacy screen protector, "blacks" out anything being viewed on the iPod screen, except for the direct line of sight. It also protects your screen from scratches and light bumps. It's available from iStyles.