The iPhone 5, covering cases, screen protectors, and charging accessories.
The Moshi iVisor Glass Screen Protector retails for S$56.90 for the iPhone 6 Plus and S$49.90 for the iPhone 6. Not fully transparent, it comes in black for Space Grey iPhones and white for Silver and Gold, measuring 0.3mm thin.
The Moshi SenseCover for iPhone, retailing for S$54.90, brings iPhone users a taste of Samsung's S View Flip Cover. Since Apple doesn't support the feature, it's limited to three things: checking the date, and swiping to answer or reject calls.
In Sydney, almost everything costs more than in Singapore, except coffee and this HiRise dock. I bought the Twelve South HiRise for iPhone 5 & iPad Mini at the Apple Store Sydney for AU$34.95, versus S$49 online.
The Ozaki O!tool Combo Cable is a charge-and-sync cable for Lightning and micro-USB devices, much like the Innergie Magic Cable Duo. It retails for S$39, measures one metre, weighs 35g, and comes in black or white, at a reasonable price.
The Moshi iVisor Glass Screen Protector for iPhone 5/5s, at S$48.90, is a slightly cheaper alternative to the Spigen GLAS.tR Nano Slim. Weighing just 10g, it's bubble-proof, shock-proof, and scratch-resistant. I applied it to my iPhone 5.
The OtterBox Commuter Wallet for iPhone 5/5s retails for S$55 in Singapore. It adds noticeable bulk in exchange for solid protection against drops, bumps, and shock, and includes a slider compartment at the back that holds up to three cards.
The Moshi iGlaze Armour is a metallic case for the iPhone 5/5s, retailing for S$54.90 in Bronze, Silver, and Black to match the phone. Its build is solid, with an aluminium backplate and polycarbonate body, plus an open bottom.
The Ozaki O!coat 0.3+Pocket is an extremely thin, 0.3mm, and lightweight 9g case made from polypropylene. Its leather-textured back includes a cardholder slot for one credit card, or two at a push. It also holds paper reminders.
I bought the Spigen SGP GLAS.tR Nano Slim Screen Protector for iPhone 5/5c/5s from MobyShop for S$52, including free application of the glass. Don't confuse it with the similar GLAS.t version, the R standing for rounded.
This is my first time using the Power Support Air Jacket Set (Clear) for iPhone 5/5s. I picked it up in Thailand at Siam Paragon for TH฿990, about S$40, versus S$59.90 in Singapore, and mine is definitely an original.
I bought the Case-Mate Waddler Penguin Case for iPhone 5/5s for Li Xiang from Amazon, US$15 plus US$7 shipping. It's the same case I got her for her old iPhone 4S, which she recently replaced with a gold iPhone 5s.
The BodyGuardz ScreenGuardz HD anti-glare, anti-fingerprint screen protector retails for S$59, from DISTEXPRESS or Apple Premium Resellers like EpiCentre, Infinite, and Challenger. It reduces glare so you can use your device under bright lights and direct sunlight.
I hadn't heard of Bootcase before, but thanks to DISTEXPRESS for seeding it, the Bootcase Hybrid Snap Case has replaced my SwitchEasy Nude as my default iPhone 5 case. It retails for S$45 from DISTEXPRESS or Apple Premium Resellers.
I bought the Belkin EaseFit Plus Armband for iPhone 5 from Funan's Challenger for S$35, or S$31.50 with member's price, ahead of my 10km Straits Times Run in the Park 2013 on 25th August. A simpler Ease-Fit Armband costs S$29.
I was an early backer of OCDock on Kickstarter, pledging on 4th December 2012. It funded, raising US$107,979 against a US$49,000 goal. The project slipped a few months, due to ship in January 2013, but I received mine in May.
I ordered the Neutral Pack Grey Sleeve for my iPhone 5 from Fabrix Cases, paying US$21.90. It fits the iPhone 5 so precisely that it's a touch too tight, making the phone difficult to remove. Hopefully it loosens after use.
SingTel's price plans for the iPhone 5, launching on 21st September 2012 at 8am at Marina Bay Sands, Exhibition Hall D. Note that the iPhone 5 comes in three different LTE models, varying by region and supported bands.
Apple announced the iPhone 5 this morning, just under a year after the iPhone 4S. I was disappointed, as practically every leak proved 100% accurate, which spoiled the fun. On the bright side, Singapore is part of the first rollout.