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XM, Napster to sell music heard on satellite radio (Reuters)
Reuters - XM Satellite Radio and
digital music provider Napster Inc. on Wednesday said
they would launch a service that lets XM subscribers buy music
they hear on XM radio, sending Napster shares up 7 percent.
Logitech Brings Wireless Headphones to the iPod (NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - The iPod's white headphones have become as iconic as the player itself. The bouncing white wires are often the only thing viewers can see in Apple Computer's (Nasdaq: AAPL) innovative advertisements for the digital music phenom. But for most users, those cords can be a hassle, especially for athletes that like the iPod's light weight but not the thin white tangle of cords.
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.
XM, Napster Partner on Mobile Music (NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - Napster and XM Satellite Radio have joined forces to integrate their music services and let XM customers purchase radio tunes through Napster's online outlet.
Hearts of Space Intros Next Generation Music Service
The service builds on the success of the original service launched in 2001, providing deep content within the HOS niche of contemplative and ambient music.
Web Audio Book Leader Faces Competition (AP)
AP - Mary Lou Kalbow started listening to books while driving a five-hour rural postal route in Minnesota about five years ago. Now she downloads titles by Janet Evanovich, Jonathan Kellerman and James Patterson to her portable MP3 player and listens all day while she works as a massage therapist.
Behringer Intros Tweakalizer DJ Effects Box
Behringer has announced the availability of a new desktop DJ effects machine with 6 simultaneous functions and an intuitive user interface.
MP3 Tech Commentary
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 ...
File Sharers Pay for More Music
According to an article by the BBC News this morning, Digital music research firm The Leading Question conducted a study which found that people who use file sharing services (e.g., Grokster, Limewire, etc.) to illegally download music are still spending...
Some Motorola Phones Support iTunes
While the addition of Podcasting to the newest iTunes release caused the biggest stir, a close look at the code has revealed a few more interesting additions. Aside from the possible iPod phone indications, it seems that some Motorola phones...
Video iPod on the Horizon?
Several reports have been floating around the internet lately regarding the potential of Apple releasing a video iPod sometime later this year. While Steve Jobs and Apple continue to deny this claim, more and more sources seem to be indicating...
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...
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...
Cambridge Soundworks shows off new PlayDock MP3 portable speaker system
This looks like a nice addition to the ranks of the "plug your MP3 player in and go" portable speaker systems. The new PlayDock MP3 from Cambridge Soundworks retails for $199.99 and is available starting today. The PlayDock MP3 allows...
MSN Music - Microsoft's Music Store Reviewed
MSN Music jumped into the fray late, but they're slowly working their way up the ranks, and are hoping and working hard to secure your digital music business. Having recently ended their purchase 1 song, get 5 free promotion, MSN...
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