Seems like a lot of people are having quite a riot over this rather ingenious anti-theft accessory. And we at QJ also think that humorous posts make for good leisurely reading in the weekend, especially after a torrential luge of E3 news. But moving on...

The Anti-Social has released an accessory that could prevent your precious iPod from getting stolen. And what better way to deter thieves than by showing them that all you've got... is a Zune. Hence, the Hide-a-Pod was born. It acts as a case to store your iPod, the case here being a mock-Zune skin.

We've linked the product page below via our Read link, and through there, you can check out the many features that the Hide-a-Pod has. There's an FAQ section as well, explaining other details regarding compatibility, custom colors, and whatnot. For example: "Can I choose my Zune color? Sorry, no. We only use brown Zunes for the maximum anti-theft protection." They've even extended the accessory to have an iPhone counterpart. You wouldn't want it to be stolen now, would you?

Now here's the catch. People should learn to read the fine print too, y'know. At the bottom of the website is a little caveat:

iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple and Zune is a trademark of Microsoft. We are are not associated with them in any way. This is all just a big gag and you couldn't order a Hide-a-Pod if you wanted to. So there.

Aaaw. It was fun while it lasted. If you check out the page, it's riddled with a lot of humor as well. A dash of wit, a pinch of LOL, and a healthy dose of Easter Egg giggles. But for those who aren't Apple fanboys, look on the bright side. "Imitation is the best form of flattery." Or maybe it's just... Oh. Snap.

Click the Read link to check out the Hide-a-Pod website.

Accessories maker Tekkeon Inc. just announced a new portable USB power adopter known as myCharger to be used with many mainstream mobile phones and gadgets, as well as Apple products iPod and iPhone. The wide range of compatibility is attributed to the power charger's retractable prongs and several adapter tips.

Tekkeon Inc. Jerry Yang had this to say, "Rather than carry a power adapter for each device, myCharger lets users carry a single power adapter with a few tips. And myCharger is produced with high quality components to regulate the output voltage and current to ensure optimum charging conditions for the device battery".

The device myCharger is said to work with the following: iPhone and iPod (uses iPhone/iPod USB cable), Blackberry, and mobile phones from LG, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, and Sony Ericsson. Using the said adapter tips will make myCharger also compatible with other 5V devices like Bluetooth headsets, digital cameras, MP3 players, and PDAs.

The Read link below will take you to Tekkeon's official site where you can purchase the product online. myCharger is priced for US$ 24.95 and its package include:

• myCharger USB power adapter
• Retractable USB cable
• Mini USB adapter tip
• LG adapter tip
• Nokia adapter tips (2)
• Samsung adapter tip
• Sony-Ericsson adapter tip

While headphones may be the only way to enjoy a daily soundtrip with your iPod, there are times when headphones pose more of a risk rather than a luxury. Say, for example, you're cycling  on a busy highway - you'd need your full attention and all your senses about you if you want to stay safe and in one piece.

Headphones, which completely rob you of your sense of hearing by directly pumping music into your ears, can pose as a serious hazard for cyclists, as the music often drowns out everything in the vicinity - and that includes car horns, engine noise, etcetera.

iHome, however, may have just the thing for those of us who want the soundtrip to continue, and not raise the risks of us becoming roadkill. Presenting iHome's Bike to Beach Bicycle Speaker for the iPod, a hardy little device that lets the good times roll without anyone getting rolled over.

Sleek, portable and handy, the Bike to Beach Bicycle Speaker mounts onto your bike in a secure grip. An IR remote you also mount onto your bicycle's handlebars lets you focus your attention on cycling while listening to your very own playlist. It's also waterproof and impact-resistant, so you don't have to worry about giving it a few dents or scratches. And with Reson8 technology backing up all those features, the Bike to Beach Bicycle Speaker not only looks good, but plays good too.

The Bike to Beach Bicycle Speaker is not yet available, but will sell for a price of US$99.99 a pop. Pricey, but well worth it if you want to stay safe AND stay cool during those long bike rides.

Hooya! Just when you thought that the world can't get more iPod-crazy than it already is, iLuv busts out this new jacket for the Korean market and we must admit, it ain't too shabby.

The line of clothing designed to keep you close with your beloved gadgets is called "fashionology." Like the name suggests, it follows the latest fashion trends in the region all the while giving premium to space and style for your toys.

What we like most about the jacket is that it has that edgy, modern look and all the right bells and whistles to accommodate the iPod without making you look too futuristic for your own good. We're hoping to see things of the sort in US shores soon.

Aliph has announced that its Jawbone Bluetooth headset will be sold along with the Apple iPhone at all 157 Apple Stores and at the Apple.com website once the iPhone goes into retail on June 29.

In case you haven't come across this gadget before, the Jawbone is a Bluetooth headset that uses a military-grade noise-cancelling system dubbed Noise Shield. Using the Noise Shield system, the headset can eliminate background noise and seamlessly adjust speaker volume throughout a call for uninterrupted and clearer conversations.

The Jawbone has already been out for a while, garnering quite a few accolades along the way, but riding the iPhone wave should help bring it into the hands of more consumers than any other marketing campaign could. It will be available in three colors - silver, red and black - and will go for US$119.99 a pop at Apple Stores.

You want some cool new peripherals for your portable audio gizmos? Then check out these newbies on the block from Eleksen. They have just announced the launch of their new smart fabric modules that is molded to cater to your discerning audio gadgets tastes.

The first one is their electronics module for FM radio. It's basically a stand-alone FM radio unit, whose control is based on the new ElekTex fabric sensor, with the Interface technology incorporated in it. This Elektexis an electro-conductive fabric touchpad, and can be used as a kind of housing protector for your electronic gadget. The sensor on its jacket sleeve or backpack handle allows you to control your gadget from your pocket.

And then, there's an "updated electronics modules for iPod and iPod + Bluetooth devices." Another add-on for the ever-popular iPod, eh? Let's see how this measures up. Now, this also takes advantage of the ElekTex sensor, which, as explained earlier, can be embedded into a lot of other apparel and soft-goods accessories. To be more precise, it is "programmable and compatible with a range of electronics including iPods, smartphones, and other personal digital devices."

That's all the info we have on this for now, but we'll be sure to keep you updated on more bits as they come.

Everyone wants to wear fresh, clean clothes all the time, but hardly anyone ever wants to wash his or her clothes. Now, LG is trying its best to ease the burden and make the whole washing process more bearable by filing a patent for a "home appliance with an MP3 player." It's a washing machine with a dock for your iPod.

What can we say? In the cutthroat appliance market industry, being unique will sell more units. Besides, it's pretty cool to listen to some relaxing tunes to take your mind off the smell of detergent.

There's obviously going to be some more time before we see this one in the market, but it would be fun to see how it does with college students. Now you can bring your washing machine to a house party and be the star of the show.

If you love the iPod Shuffle and you live an active life, you may have wished at one point or another that it didn't have cumbersome cords that obstruct your movements while listening and moving at the same time. Enter the Monster iFreePlay with its lightweight, wireless, wrap-around design.

Weighing at just a little over one ounce, the iFreePlay fits in the users head and stays there even as you walk, run or even play sports. The sound quality remains the same and it 's all yours for just US$ 49.95.

"With the Monster iFreePlay you dock your iPod Shuffle directly into one of the headphones. The sleek wrap-around design is not only durable. It is comfortable too. This design makes for easy access to all iPod Shuffle controls," explains head designer Noel Lee.

iPod addicts who are worried about the lack of iPod connectivity in a long road trip can now breathe easy as Griffin introduces the iTrip Pocket, which is essentially a very small FM tuner that connects to the iPod and is tiny enough to be snug in a key ring.

Like other Griffin products from before, this one will allow easy tuning with the SmartDisplay user interface that shows the selected frequency. You can preset your favorite station frequencies for easy access. You can even jump from mono and stereo modes effortlessly.

Even with the huge space in your iPod flash memory, there's bound to be a time when you want a degree of unpredictability that is beyond just shuffling tracks. For those days, the Pocket will be more than willing to serve.

Wanna go green and be environmentally-friendly? Digital World Tokyo has posted about the Solar-fine 1350 from Japanese company Links International, a gadget that could be just the piece of technology that you're looking for.

Judging from the images and what we can understand from the Solar-fine 1350's product page, this device turns solar energy into electricity in order to charge up the batteries of various handheld gadgets. It has a capacity of 1350mAh and a voltage of 3.7V and can be connected to a variety of handheld gaming devices, mobile phones, and portable media players.

Now, solar-powered devices are cool and all, but the problem always lies in getting enough sun at the right time. As some user have noted, the PSP screen doesn't handle exposure to direct sunlight too well, so if you wanna hook this up to your PSP you might have to find a nearby window so you can charge it up without being out under the sun yourself.

The Solar-fine 1350 takes a bit of a while -- around ten hours -- to charge. If you simply can't wait that long or if there's no sun, there's also a handy option to charge it via AC or USB. It carries a price tag of 7,980 Yen (US$ 66) and comes bundled with a variety of connectors for the devices that it supports.