Just last month, GizMac, designers and manufacturers of innovative "Gizmos for Your Lifestyle" were announced their Aluminate and DuraSport lineup of cases for the 3G iPod nano. Now, the company responsible for a lot of accessories for Apple's products can confirm the availability of Aluminate protective cases for 3G Nanos.

With GizMac's Aluminate, you have aluminum on the front and polycarbonate plastic on the back, with the screen and click-wheel being perfectly visible, yet protected. The cases are said to feature included lanyard and carabiner clips which 3G iPod nano owners can use to secure their Aluminate. The company claims that the cases will not clash with a user's fashion motif either. The Aluminate case for the 3G iPod is now available for $30.

GizMac also has the DuraSport case lined up for release this month. This one includes a plastic shield for protecting the screen, but it is very soft, being crafted from silicone rubber. The silicone covers the click-wheel of your 3G iPod Nano. The DuraSport also comes with a Velcro-fastened armband, in addition to the lanyard and carabiner, while this item too will become available for the same price this month.

But let's get back to what's available today. As GizMac itself describes it, Aluminate is a hybrid Nano case made of aluminum and polycarbonate. The front of the Aluminate is not only thin, but colorful, while the polycarbonate back side is quite tough and durable also. The combination of these two elements along with the built-in screen and click wheel protectors provide superior protection for your 3G iPod nano.

GizMac is dedicated to providing solutions and support for the iPod & iPhone communities around the world. The company's Titan accessories lineup offers cases including: Titan Clear for iPhone, Titan Clear for iPod, Titan Gear and Titan Metal. The company has been releasing accessories for Apple's portable devices since MacWorld 2006.