We have seen some weird looking iPad Accessories since the launch of the device, the weirdest idea we have see so far is the iMaxi iPad Case. Here is one made from wood, its the Vers Handmade Wooden iPad Case. The Vers Handmade Wooden iPad Case comes with a built in kickstand, and the case is made from hardwood and bamboo, and the kickstand has been reinforced with steel to make sure it lasts.

The case comes with a opening for connectivity to the 30 pin connector so you can charge your device without removing the case. The Wooden iPad Case is available now for $79.99 over at Vers.

Apple has finally confirmed its iPad release date for the US Market. The Wi-Fi version of the iPad will be released in the US on April 3rd, 2010. Unfortunately the Wi-Fi + 3G model still has no specific US release date other than “late April”.

If you can wait for the announcement of it official date, then you can pre-order both models from Apple’s online store from March 12, 2010 but only the WiFi model can be reserved and pick up in store. The WiFi models are still available for the same suggested price, $499 for the 16GB model, $599 for the 32GB and $699 for the 64GB. The Wi-Fi + 3G models will be available at a suggested retail price of $629 for the 16GB model, $729 for the 32GB and $829 for the 64GB. Right now, the iPad can run almost 150,000 of the apps in the App Store.

Apple’s new device, the iPad was launched in the US in January, now it is on its way to grace the presents of the UK consumers. The iPad is scheduled to hit Apple stores in the UK as soon as next month, however the stores in the Uk have no idea what the pricing will be like.

Well according to our friends over at Geeky Gadgets, they have gotten some snoop on what the prices for the iPad will be in the UK. While we can’t verify this, it claims that the bottom end Apple iPad model, with 16GB of storage and Wi-Fi only, will cost £389, while the 32GB model will sill for £439 and the 64GB version will sell for £489.

This was expected from ever since the introduction of the Apple iPad last month. I knew someone was going to play on the worst device name in history — the iPad. It not even a month later and someone is playing with the name even further and introduces the iMaxi case for the iPad.

The iMaxi features a soft cottony interior which provides 24 hr protection to your iPad. It is actually a quite functional case for your iPad, However what makes it looks like it is poking fun at the iPad is the integrated wings and wrap around the unit. It really does the job it was intended to do with a little pun included. This is the most expensive Maxi Pad a lady will ever purchase as it is priced at $30 over at Esty.com

We just got word that the forthcoming iPad, which will retail starting at $499, are estimated to cost the hardware maker as little as $219.35. According to iSuppli Corp, the multi-touch 9.7-inch display on the iPad could cost around $80, while its custom-designed A4 processor, believed to be manufactured by Samsung, would cost about $17 per unit — $2 more than the chip that lies in the iPhone 3GS. In addition, the 16GB of memory is estimated to cost about $29.50.

Therefore the total cost of the parts would cost the company a mere $219, that’s well below the starting price of $499 for the 16GB iPad, which does not offer 3G connectivity. Still is won’t be the most profitable unit for Apple as iSuppli projects Apple will earn the most from selling the 32GB version with a built-in 3G radio, which will sell for $729. The combined materials and manufacturing costs for that model is estimated to cost Apple just $287.15.

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Apple has updated of its Apple TV to Version 3.0.2, with this version the device shares images over the local network and adds support for iPhoto’s Places and Faces features. The new software can be download from Apple’s Website and installed from the Update Software option within the Settings/General menu on Apple TV.

The new Version 3.0.2 is related to the release of Aperture 3.0. Users have also reported that since applying the update their Apple TV has stopped experiencing problems related to switching its HDMI output cable.

Apple has unveiled some accessories for the tablet device, first of all there is the iPad Keyboard dock that combines a dock for charging your iPad with a full-size keyboard. It is ideal for users who want to type faster while using the device, for example bloggers.

Then there is the iPad Dock which lets you connect to an electrical outlet using the USB Power Adapter, sync to your computer, and use accessories. It has a rear 30-pin connector and a audio jack. The iPad USB Power Adapter that lets you charge your iPad directly through an electrical outlet.

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Right after the release of the Apple iPad Tablet Device, they announced the Software Developers Kit (SDK) which allow developers to start making apps for the new Apple Device, although it already supports Apple’s iPhone Apps.

The iPhone SDK 3.2 beta can be download today from Apple’s Website, however you have to be a member of the iPhone Dev Center for a price of $99 /year for the standard program or $299 /year for the Enterprise Program. So developers can now start planning for universal applications, allowing them to take full advantage of the technologies found on iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch with a single binary.