I personally carry my BlackBerry around in my pocket so I am always looking for good skins to offer a little protection.  I’ve heard iPhone users rave about the Solo so I may have to check out the Vibe for my BlakcBerry Storm.

Read the press release after the jump…

Sizzling Style and Amazing Protection Combine in the New iSkin Vibes and Vibes FX for BlackBerry® Curve™ 8900, BlackBerry® Bold™ and BlackBerry® Storm™
TORONTO, Canada – June 11, 2009 — iSkin Inc. today introduced the iSkin Vibes and Vibes FX: a new line of protectors that delivers fashion, style and the legendary iSkin protection for the popular BlackBerry Curve (8900), Blackberry Bold (9000), and Blackberry Storm (9500).

Taking its styling cues from the successful iSkin solo/solo FX for iPhone, the iSkin Vibes/Vibes FX are form-fitting BodyGuards that perfectly encapsulate the BlackBerry and shields it from everyday hazards. Its impressive list of design and protective features includes: a protective ultra-clear screen film, built-in button and port coverage, and a non-slip surface finish that feels comfortable and helps stabilize the device when placed on angled surfaces. It’s also the first product of its kind to feature Microban®* antimicrobial protection (to inhibit the growth of odor and stain causing bacteria on the product).
iSkin Vibes for the BlackBerry Storm and Blackberry Curve are available in five dazzling high-gloss color options, while iSkin Vibes for BlackBerry Bold is available in four sleek color options accented with a chic leather pattern to reflect the phones’ unique design. BlackBerry Curve owners can also upgrade to the iSkin Vibes FX, which features a chic embossed designer pattern, and includes a special screen film that doubles as a mirror while the device’s display is off.

iSkin Vibes and Vibes FX are available now at www.iskin.com, and retail for $29.99US (Vibes) and $32.99US (Vibes FX).

For additional iSkin Vibes or Vibes FX information, contact Kristian Ward, iSkin Marketing Manager at marketing@iSkin.com, or visit www.iSkin.com. Follow us on twitter.com/iSkininc.

About iSkin Inc.

iSkin Inc. designs and delivers an inspired line of accessories, enhancements and solutions for the thriving Digital Lifestyle marketplace. Setting the standard for cool since 2002, iSkin gives its customers around the world an unmatched blend of design, technology, quality, fashion, selection and service.

The Trademarks BlackBerry® Curve™, BlackBerry® Bold™, and BlackBerry® Storm™ are owned by Research In Motion Limited and registered in the United States and may be pending or registered in other countries. iSkin Inc. is not endorsed, sponsored, affiliated with or otherwise authorized by Research In Motion Limited.

* MICROBAN is a registered trademark of Microban Products Company.

Extended Battery Life Features

• Talk time: up to 7 additional hours beyond standard BlackBerry Bold battery life
• Stand by time: up to 20 additional days beyond standard BlackBerry Bold battery life

Additional Features

• Power on/off button makes more efficient usage of the fuel by only engaging when you decide to
• Fully ratcheting 180-degree belt clip
• Easy slide in/out access to your BlackBerry Bold

I am not really a belt clip kind of BlackBerry user, but, if I were this might be a cool way to get more use out of your Bold while out and about.

[Via Case-Mate]

 
Want to humiliate a BlackBerry or embarrass an iPhone? Head on over to CIO.com where our pal Al has come up with a list of 14 of silliest accessories that you can buy for you smartphone.

I am into nice things, however, I think that I would spend my $90,000 on something a bit more practical like a time shared lease in a corporate jet.

[Amosu]

I just hope that RIM does a serious overhaul on the BlackBerry Media Player as well as offer some type of service where you can buy music over the air.

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Research in Motion knows that the battlefield for smartphone supremacy is switching from the corporate market to the consumer market and it would appear that the BlackBerry maker is truly about to debut it’s first BlackBerry accessory truly targeting the consumer Market.

The Financial Post has discovered FCC filings of device registered to Taiwanese manufacturer, Uei Precision Industry Co., Ltd., however, the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway has RIM’s logo and branding all over it.

The BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway is pretty much what it’s name implies. A little device that you plug into your stereo that connects wirelessly to your BlackBerry via Bluetooth from which it can play music files through you stereo.

Lets just hope that RIM is also working on the software side of things as well and will come out with a music store that you can buy songs over the air and a much improved media player.

 
Valentines Day is quickly approaching and if you don’t have a clue as to what to get your loved one, Case-Mate may have just the thing for you.

You’ve heard the saying “Nothing says I love you like diamonds.” Well, Case-Mate has taken that and run with it. The picture above is a BlackBerry case studded with 3.5 carats of diamonds coated with 15 grams of gold.

The Case-Mate diamond studded BlackBerry case is valued at $20,000, however, this puppy is being given away tomorrow at booth #9104 at CES.

The next hot thing in consumer BlackBerry accessories are custom faceplates.

If gold isn’t your thing and you would rather go with something a bit less flashy, silver may suite better suite you.

Two or three years ago we had a BlackBerry printing platform that we introduced to market. We were a little bit ahead of the market but we feel that it may be time to dust that off and bring it back

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HP BlackBerry Printer

I think that I may have found the perfect BlackBerry case. Unfortunately for me, however, it is for the BlackBerry 8800.

The Classic for BlackBerry 8800 from Vaja is a a leather case with screen protection that fits the BlackBerry 8800 like a skin. From the looks of it, this leather BlackBerry case will offer great protection for your device while allowing you to place your BlackBerry on your Belt or in your pocket.

I am a BlackBerry in the pocket kind of guy for which most leather cases are too bulky to fit into comfortably. The Classic from Vaja doesn’t appear to have that problem.

I am a BlackBerry 7130e user and have no plans on moving to the 8800, however, if Vaja every makes this case for the 7130e or the Pearl, I will buy one the day they become available.

Vaja Classic for BlackBerry 8800, BlackBerry Case