Kibbles & Bytes Blog

  • _Dear Friends,_

    It is definitely rumor season as we move into spring and Apple is clearly working on new toys and tools. “*The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference*”:https://developer.apple.com/wwdc/ (WWDC) is coming up in June and as usual, it sold out in minutes — this time through a lottery system for the tickets. If my observations of the level of activity out at the Apple campus in Cupertino are any indication, there is a lot of work going on that we will see soon.

    We have gotten our “*Hammerhead USB/Lightning cables*”:http://www.smalldog.com/search?search=hammerhead+lightning in stock and they are now available online and in our stores. I am very happy with this new product. While we could have purchased less expensive cables, we chose to buy cables that have the Apple MFI — or “Made for iPad & iPhone” — license. This assures you that your cable will always be up to Apple specifications. These are high-quality cables that feature a flat cable design to eliminate tangling. They have aluminum ends for durability and are available in a 1 meter (3.28 feet) length and in red, black or white. Everyone needs a spare cable and I think this is a great product to consider. They are $18.99 each.

    I have been planning my route back to Vermont as soon as I get the all clear that mud season is over. I will be riding my Indian Chieftain and taking the route on the western side of Florida up to Asheville to visit our friends at Charlotte Street Computers and then onto the Blue Ridge Parkway.

    My special for this week is a road warrior’s bundle. We are going to take care of your charging needs while on the road. I am assuming that you have a Mac and either an iPad or iPhone, so we will get you the gear you need to protect and charge these devices. If you are like me, you do not want to be constantly plugging and unplugging your Mac power charger, so we will start with either a 60W or 85W Apple charger for your Mac. For some added protection, we will include a Hammerhead neoprene case for that Mac, too. For your iPad or iPhone, we are going to include the Hammerhead 12W charger and one of our new USB/Lightning cables.

    This combination would normally sell for $144.00, but exclusively for Kibbles & Bytes readers, this special is only *$119.99!*

    “*Purchase the Road Warrior’s Bundle here!*”:http://www.smalldog.com/wag900001361

  • 2014 Pricelist & More

    For our entire line of products for both Hammerhead and Chill Pill Audio, check out our full “*2014 Dealer Price List here.*”:http://vendor.hammerheadcase.com/pricelists/HH-CP-Reseller-List_040914.xlsx

    Let us show you what our small town Vermont hospitality can do for you. Call or “*email us*”:mailto:connect@hammerheadcase.com (phone number below) any time for quotes, samples or just to chat! If we haven’t met in person, we’d love to come meet you and talk shop.

    We look forward to becoming your vendor, partner and friend!

    ??The Hammerhead & Chill Pill Team??

  • The Chill Box

    *The Chill Box* is the next evolution in the Chill Pill line-up. Our new mobile speaker comes in a solid aluminum brush form factor, providing you solid stereo sound on the go!

    Whether you want to plug directly in or play wirelessly through Bluetooth, the Chill Box can integrate with your smartphone, allowing you to play your tunes, take a phone call or check on the long-lasting lithium-ion battery’s life.

    Come in Deep Purple, Lime Green, Electric Blue and Tuxedo Black.

    *$99.99 MSRP*

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  • NEW: Flat Lightning Cables

    Last but not least, we have our brand new *Hammerhead Lightning cables.* These 1m cables are “*Apple MFI-certified,*”:https://developer.apple.com/programs/mfi/ meaning that they are officially made for iPhone, iPad and iPod (with Lightning ports, of course!). They also feature a flat cable design for no tangles, and aluminum ends for durability.

    Available in Red, White and Black.

    *$18.99 MSRP*

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  • NEW: Folio for iPad Air

    *The Folio* now comes in a slimmer design for the iPad Air so you can take advantage of what the Air has to offer you; a light experience! This case offers a more casual, discreet look for the iPad with its new premium, textured exterior, providing you excellent protection from impact and scratches while offering maximum functionality with a variety of viewing angles.

    Comes in Black, Red and Purple. 

    *$29.99 MSRP*

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  • NEW: Bumper for iPhone 5c

    Our next product, *the Bumper for iPhone 5c*, is a new spin on our old Bumper case for iPhone 5. We listened to what everyone had to say about the old bumper and it now features a thicker design made out of dependable TPU for more durability and less wear and tear.

    Available in Lemon Yellow, Watermelon Red, Deep Purple, Black and Electric Blue. 

    *$9.99 MSRP*

  • NEW: Jacket for 5/5s

    This solid case is built from a double-injected molded design of strong polycarbonate and flexible TPU for effective shock protection. It also features ‘anti-slip’ sides to keep the phone securely in your hand, and of course, easy access to every port and button you’d need to access!

    Available in Watermelon Red, Black, Lemon Yellow, Sky Blue and our own unique “Hammerflage,” which comes in a Purple and Orange design. 

    *$14.99 MSRP*

  • AppleCare: Because WE Care!

    It happens regularly…technology breaks. Nothing is perfect, and in the age of constant change, that statement is truer than ever. It forces us…

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    Happy Spring, everyone!

    Since we last checked in, there have been some exciting changes over here. From beefing up our team to adding new products to freshening up our look, we’ve been busy.

    First up: *New products* — most notably, the flat, never-tangle Lightning-to-USB cables, cases for iPhone 5c, 5s and more (see below for details). We have also adjusted our product pricing across the board so that you can benefit from increased margins while being able to offer your customers better value. Read on for more product details and a full, updated pricelist.

    You may also have noticed a *refresh to our brands’ look and feel.* It was time to switch things up, and over the next couple of months, you can expect to see some changes to our website, sales sheets, packaging, and other materials. Some changes are bolder than others, but you can be sure that Hammerhead and Chill Pill will remain recognizable as quality, value brands in the marketplace.

    Recently, Lance Millett left us to run his own business in Arizona, where he is following his passion for nutrition products. We will miss his vision here, but we wish him well! Dana Flint, Jonny Wanser, and Rob Amon have joined Tony Amenta here at the Hammerhead/Chill Pill headquarters in Vermont.

    Dana has been a long-time Small Dog Outside Sales Consultant in the Manchester, NH and greater Boston area, and he brings business-to-business expertise to the wholesale salesforce. For the last year, Jonny was the Manager of Small Dog’s S. Burlington location, where he honed his customer service and sales skills, and he’s excited to take on new projects. Rob is one of Small Dog’s longest-tenured employees, and has created new opportunities for Small Dog since the beginning. (Little known fact: Rob actually created the wholesale division of Small Dog back in 2008.)

    We will all be working together to ensure you get the great products you want and as always, our philosophy is to offer you the best possible customer service and support. Our team email is “*connect@hammerheadcase.com,*”:mailto:connect@hammerheadcase.com so please drop us a line if you have any questions!

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