iPhone Nano

Today's title is controversial. I really regret Apple has gone the full featured smartphone way. But just last week I found a device that turns an EXISTING iPod into an iPhone (sort of). The gadget is called BlueEye, from Gear 4. BlueEye is the size of an original Apple iPod remote, and has a built-in FM radio tuner, like the radio remote (in case you prefer to listen to some live programming instead of the stored tunes). But it also has two additional pieces of hardware inside - a microphone and a Bluetooth transceiver. The idea behind this product is very simple. You are listening to your iPod, your phone rings and you can pick up the conversation using the same earphones you already wear. And to make your life easier, the music is automatically paused and even the calling phone number is displayed on the iPod's screen.

The device does not require any batteries and chargers (it draws the power from an iPod). It pairs seamlessly with any Bluetooth - enabled phone. And is as easy and straightforward to operate as it should be. Of course you end up with a two - device setup. Your original iPod and your phone. But this is not bad. There are places where you go just with your phone, leaving the iPod at home. And if you happen to take the iPod with you, you will not miss a call even if you crank up the volume to the maximum.

Very simple, very useful, and very well done, congratulations, Gear 4!