Griffin iBeam Flashlight and Laser Pointer for iPod

Both the flashlight and the laser pointer are easy to use and are a truly useful iPod accessory.

We tested the flashlight attachment first, and it performed nicely. It emits a moderate amount of light with a relatively soft, wide beam. The beam certainly wouldn't make it as a camping flashlight, as it's too diffused to light a clear path, but it's more than adequate as a keychain-type light. iPod owners will find it particularly effective when they need to examine items in poorly lit rooms, such as the words written above the buttons on stereo components.

The laser pointer attachment, which is equipped with a class IIIa laser, works even better. Whether you're using it to enhance a PowerPoint performance or merely entertain your restless kitties, the bright red laser shows no signs of dimming. Both iBeam accessories also include snap-on caps with small holes for attaching to a keychain. This is a nice touch, as it would be easy to lose the iBeam items otherwise. --Rivers Janssen

Pros

• Portable and easy to use, with no setup or batteries required
• Flashlight excels at close-in tasks, such as finding keys in the dark
• Class IIIa laser produces crisp point
• Handy snap-on caps for keychain storage

Cons

• Flashlight doesn't have the power to light a path

What's in the Box
iBeam flashlight, iBeam laser pointer, two snap-on caps.