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Computer security threats rise; iTunes, RealPlayer among targets (AFP)
AFP - More than 400 new computer security threats emerged in the second quarter of 2005, including attempts by hackers to exploit weaknesses in popular programs like Apple iTunes and RealPlayer, a report said.
Samsung Partners with XM on MP3 Player/radio (Reuters)
Reuters - Korea's Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
(005930.KS) said on Tuesday that it had set a strategic
alliance with XM Satellite Radio to develop MP3
players that will also work as satellite radios.
Apple prepares for Tokyo music event (MacCentral)
MacCentral - Apple Computer, Japan sent out invitations on Tuesday to select
journalists inviting them to a special music event in Tokyo. The event will
take place on August 4, at 10:00 am at the Tokyo International Forum. The
event could mark the beginning of an Apple iTunes Music Store in Japan.
Apple Simplifies iPod & iPod photo Lines
Apple has announced that the iPod and iPod photo lines are merging, creating a single line of white iPods that all feature color displays with the ability to view album artwork, photos and play slideshows in color.
Edirol Releases Drivers for Mac OS X Tiger
Edirol has announced new drivers supporting Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger for eleven current and legacy devices. Edirol posted these drivers on the morning of the release of Tiger to ensure that Mac customers could continue to work and enjoy their Edirol products with the latest OS.
Oakenfold Tour to Feature Superstar DJs
Oakenfold will lead a bill that will also feature Deep Dish, Ferry Corsten, Junkie XL and Sandra Collins on various dates.
Hackers Skip Windows to Embed New Infections (washingtonpost.com)
washingtonpost.com - The online security climate continues to deteriorate, as computer hackers are targeting an increasing number of popular programs such as the iTunes music service and software that makes backup copies of data, according to an Internet safety study released yesterday.
MP3 Tech Commentary
No better time to have no money
... I have decided that I've worked too damn hard this term to not give myself the ability to listen to music at work all day. ... Every time I see theenforcer toting Caesar, I go into fits of envious rage. ... A Shuffle is a concession, but I listen to enough music to justify a super MP3 player. ... If only those jerks at iRiver supported AAC music, giving me a choice of players!
Heck yes!
Lately, I've been mourning the death of MP3 player. ... I have been discovering new and old music like old rock, country and such. ... I'm trying this new Rhapsody music program, but it's not all it's cracked up to be...they still make you pay. :( Anywaaay...this summer is kind of boring and I really want to go back to school...haha, never thought I'd hear myself say that. ... Ay de mi My tv shows right now include Good Eats, The Look for Less, Craft Corner Deathmatch, Wildfire and Rock Star INXS. ... I had never heard of INXS, but they ...
Sony Psyc Network Walkman (512 MB)
... The Sony Psyc is an affordable MP3 player, designed for extreme portability. ... The Psyc runs on one AAA battery, which can play 70 hours of continuous play. ... The Sony Psyc is fully compatible with the Connect Music Store, and connects with your PC through a high speed USB cable, which allows for faster transfers. ... The Sony Psyc Network Walkman is perhaps the most portable MP3 player on the market, and definitely a great buy!
Happy Birthday - MP3 Turns 10
Yesterday marked the tenth birthday of the MP3 audio compression codec. The MP3 file format is best known for its role in single-handedly changing the face of music, namely in conjunction with the original Napster file sharing program. Currently, the...
Fresh Round of Lawsuits from the RIAA
It's that time of the month again... in an unprecedented turnover, the RIAA has launched a brand new batch of lawsuits against 765 file sharers for copyright infringement. As reported almost exactly one month ago (June 30th), the RIAA sued...
MGM v. Grokster Decision Likely To Be Announced Monday
If you've been following the MGM v. Grokster case, Hollywood's lawsuit against peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, you may be aware that the Supreme Court's decision is expected to be handed down very soon. Since a decision was not handed down...
iTunes 4.9 Released - Supports Podcasting
Apple has released iTunes version 4.9, an update on the iTunes software most notably adding Podcasting functionality to the iTunes Player (As reported earlier on the Digital Music Site). Simply download and install the update from Apple, and you should...
Motorola iTunes Phone - The ROKR
Well, it seems that it may soon be happening... the first (of what will more than likely be many) iTunes phone was (sort of) revealed last night at a Motorola presentation, as reported by motoRAZR. Though it sounds as though...
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