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The latest software update for the iPhone, iOS 4.1 , is now available to download through iTunes. Just hook up your iPhone and click Check for Update on the Summary tab. The update brings several new features (list below), but the one I’m most excited about (and the least discussed) is better support for AVRCP Bluetooth audio controls.

The JAVOedge Charcoal Axis ( $40 ) is a stylish, fabric-covered iPad case whose killer feature is that, as a stand, it supports holding the iPad in both landscape and portrait orientation. But it’s also not without some big flaws, namely a bulky, awkward shape that makes it uncomfortable to hold in normal tablet use. The case is ultimately a series of tradeoffs, but useful for those who primarily use the iPad on desks and tables. Javoedge Axis in portrait orientation. JAVOedge Axis in landscape. The most compelling feature of the Axis case is that, when used as a stand, the rear part of the case can rotate 360 degrees, creating horizontal and vertical views for the iPad’s screen. To create the stand, the case’s front cover has three rectangular ridges of rubber on the inside that allow you to tilt the iPad at 6 total angles—3 for landscape and 3 for portrait. The Axis is made out three separate materials

Having a house full of gadgets all bearing the Apple logo will tell most that you are a geek. Building your own iPhone 4 coffee table like one geek did will make even fan boys stand back and think you are strange.

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It’s been a long time coming, but Nike has finally gotten into the GPS-tracker runner’s market with the Nike+ GPS app ( $1.99 ). Nike will be taking on an established market of iPhone runner’s apps like personal favorite RunKeeper . The Nike+ GPS app uses the iPhone’s GPS to track distance and speed, while also offering some familiar Nike+ features like PowerSongs and motivational messages from Nike celebrity athletes. And best of all, it does not require the annoying Nike+ sensor from yesteryear

Many big game developers like EA and Namco are putting their apps on sale this weekend, most for $0.99. We’ve put together a large list below, including a few iPad apps. A few standouts are Fantasy Monster Pro ( $1.99 , one of our Best of iPhone Apps ), Pac-Man for iPad ( $0.99 ), and Dogs Playing Poker ( $0.99 ). Electronic Arts games on sale: Name Sale price Pre-sale price Risk $1.99 $4.99 Yahtzee Adventures $.99 $2.99 Monopoly Here & Now: The World Edition $.99 $2.99 Monopoly $.99 $2.99 The Game of Life $.99 $2.99 Trivial Pursuit $.99 $2.99 Clue $.99 $1.99 Boggle $.99 $1.99 Littlest Pet Shop $.99 $2.99 EA iPad apps: Name Sale price Pre-sale price PAC-MAN for iPad $.99 $4.99 Pool Pro Online 3 for iPad $.99 $1.99 Namco Games: Name Sale price Pre-sale price Alpine Racer $.99 $1.99 Avatwee $.99 $2.99 BurgerTime Deluxe $.99 $4.99 Dig Dug REMIX $.99 $2.99 Galaga REMIX $.99 $2.99 Garters & Ghouls $.99 $1.99 Gator Panic $.99 $1.99 Isaac Newton’s Gravity $.99 $2.99 Lt. Fly Rise of the Arachnids $.99 $1.99 Mr. Driller $.99 $1.99 Ms. PAC-MAN $.99 $4.99 Noby Noby Boy $.99 $1.99 PAC-MAN $.99 $4.99 PAC-MAN Championship Edition $.99 $2.99 Pole Position: Remix $.99 $2.99 Pool Pro Online 3 $.99 $1.99 Rolling 5 Dice Poker $.99 $4.99 Solitaire: Deck of Cods $.99 $4.99 Star Trigon $.99 $1.99 Tamagotchi: ‘Round the World $.99 $4.99 Tinseltown Dreams: The 50′s $.99 $2.99 USA Today Txtpert $.99 $4.99 Worst Case Scenario $.99 $4.99 i Love Katamari $2.99 $4.99 Ridge Racer Accelerated $2.99 $4.99 Other Apps on Sale: Name Sale price Pre-sale price Fantasy Monster Pro $1.99 $4.99 Ambiance Free $1.99 Rainbow Web II $0.99 $2.99 Dogs Playing Poker $0.99 $1.99 Cooking Dash $0.99 $1.99 Sky Burger Free $1.99 Touch Racing Nitro – Ghost Challenge! Free $2.99 Marble Mixer for iPad $0.99 $1.99 Parachute Ninja $0.99 $1.99

To show off its new GameCenter service, Apple demoed a beautiful upcoming game called Epic Citadel ( link ). The game’s graphics are powered by the Unreal Engine 3—pretty amazing for a cell phone. A demo version of the game is currently available in the App Store for free. Download Epic Citadel .

There were a few announcements from today’s Apple event that will affect iPhone users. The event introduced new iPods, iTunes 10, and a new AppleTV as well: iOS 4.1 to be released next week. Fixes proximity sensor bug where users could accidentally press buttons with their face while on a call. Fixes bluetooth bug where users experienced dropped bluetooth signals with headphones, car stereos, etc. Introduces high dynamic range (HDR) photos to iPhone. HD video uploads over WiFi. TV show rentals. GameCenter arrives, matches you up with friends or strangers to play multiplayer games.

A company called TransferBigFiles has announced a new iPhone app that is being offered for free. The app allows you to send big HD video files to anyone you want that can be retrieved using any browser.

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PhotoFast has announced a new dock for the iPhone that allows the charging of multiple iPhones at once. The dock supports up to four iPhones and a mixture of iPod touch and iPad charging all at the same time.

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Out of all of Case-Mate’s iPhone 4 case lineup, the Tough ($34.99, link ) is the most serious about protection. Available only in business-like black, it’s a two-part case, with a tight skin of silicone rubber that wraps around the phone, and then a thick plastic outer layer for rigidity and extra toughness. Protection is the byword for the Tough .