The iZel has a surprising amount of design in it for something that can be replicated with a scrunched up bit of paper. It accommodates most of the smart phones/media players around including iPhone, iPod, iPod Touch, Blackberry, Zune and the like. Even the Nano fits, and the iZel can handle landscape or portrait modes. When you’re done it folds flat and disappears into your bag. US$24.95 from Amazon.

The iZel is a totally unique and innovative way to support your device for hands free use. Its remarkable design supports a wide range of the worlds most popular devices. It has a clever method for adapting its shape to landscape or portrait orientations and it is easily adjusted to position your screen for the optimal viewing angle.

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