Recommended iPod Hacks
Aug 20, 2005 Accessories, Apple
Do you know that iPod can actually do more than just playing MP3? If you are an iPodder, you may think that iPod has less features compare to other digital audio players. Well, there are plenty of third party application that extends the fun of iPod.
Mathew Honan of Playlist Mag has picked six iPod hacks that should not be left out by iPod enthusiasts. Let see what are they!Read the rest of this entry »
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Samsung YP-U1 vs iPod Shuffle
Aug 8, 2005 Apple, MP3 Players, Others Players
It seems that the Samsung’s YP-U1 is a direct competitor of the Apple’s iPod Shuffle. Neither on their design nor price range, both of them are definately on the same par. Let see Samsung make its YP-U1 different from iPod Shuffle!
- Built-in hinged USB plug
No more worry on the lose of cap like the iPod Shuffle.
- 128 x 64 LCD display where iPod Shuffle has no display
- Up to 15 hours of play time as 12 hours for iPod Shuffle
How much does it cost? It is suggested that Samsung YP-U1 to be sold at the price US$99.99 for 512MB and US$149.99 for 1GB. At this price range, it is definitely to aim on the market shares that iPod Shuffle currently own.
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Hewlett Packard to quit selling iPods
Aug 2, 2005 Apple, Industry News
Hewlett Packard has decided to stop selling the HP-branded iPods after a year of partnership with Apple. the news was confirmed by The Wall Street Journal. The company’s spokesman told the paper that the partnership with Apple doesn’t fit in with our digital entertainment strategy.
“The deal between the two companies, which compete against each other in the PC market, was originally viewed as a major step for both companies, but the breakdown of the partnership isn’t likely to be a big loss for either side,� The Journal reports. “H-P on average accounted for only about 5% of iPod sales, which totaled about 6.2 million of the devices, worth more than $1.1 billion in revenue, for Apple last quarter.�
It might be a game that shouldn’t be started! HP doesn’t gain much on this deal. Moreover, according to their contract, HP is not allowed to develop or market any kind of competing product until August 2006. They just out of the game!
{ via DAPreview }If you really like HP-branded iPod, get your last chance herebefore it’s gone!
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Numark iDJ for iPod
Jul 22, 2005 Accessories, Apple
What will you do if you have two iPod on your hand? How about turn yourselve as remix masters? Ya, you can make it by Numark‘s iDJ!
What can the iDJ for you?
a two-channel mixer that accepts all iPod models with bottom connectors and breaks out their controls into its dedicated interface. Both channels sport a 3-band EQ and gain control, and the unit’s got dedicated mic and phono/line inputs for bringing in additional signals. It’s also rocking some USB connectivity, enabling it to converse with your portable rig as a music-loading base.
Well, the price is still unknown yet. Be patience, we will keep you updated on this cool gadget!
More info { via Engadget } { Other Numark Products }
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iTunes 500 Million Song Countdown
Jul 16, 2005 Apple, Digital Music
Have you ever purchased music online? Now you have a chance to win some attractive prizes while purchase legal music from Apple iTunes Music Stores!
Apple gonna reach a remarkable milestone of its iTunes Music Store, 500 million songs downloaded! To celebrate this milestone, Apple decides to give away attractive prizes for the lucky owner of 500 millionth song.
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