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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-radios (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.
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.
Samsung, XM to Make MP3/radio Player (AP)
AP - XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co. said Tuesday that they will collaborate to make portable digital players that play both recorded XM programming and MP3 audio files.
Griffin Ships RocketFM USB FM Transmitter for Desktop Computers
RocketFM uses any available FM frequency to transmit music or audio through your home or office stereo system.
Legally Downloaded Music Triples in 2005 (AP)
AP - The number of digital music tracks legally downloaded from the Internet almost tripled in the first half of 2005 as the use of high-speed broadband connections surged around the world, the international recording industry said Thursday.
Apple Sued Over OS X "Tiger"
The suit alleges Apple Computer engaged in trademark infringement and unfair trade practices in connection with its recent marketing campaign for the latest version of its MAC OS X Tiger operating system.
MP3 Tech Commentary
Wearing Music
... Popgadget : Snap, by Design Continuum, is a wrist-worn MP3 player controlled by simple hand gestures and audio feedback. ... By monitoring the movement of tendons in your wrist, the device âreadsâ the hand gestures that control its playback, and reports status through wireless earbuds. ... The player and earbuds communicate using your skin as a transmission medium, with no wires required, and no radio interference.
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!
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...
Sony Network Walkman NW-HD5 (Black) Intro - Sony Network Walkman NW-HD5 (Black) review - MP3 players - CNET Reviews
... Sony Network Walkman NW-HD5 (Black) Intro - Sony Network Walkman NW-HD5 (Black) review - MP3 players - CNET Reviews Sony Network Walkman NW-HD5 (Black) Release date: July 1, 2005 * Home * Review * Video * Specs * User opinions * Essentials * Compare * Where to buy CNET editor's take View video & photos Reviewed by James Kim Edited by Jasmine France Reviewed July 14, 2005 Editors' rating: Excellent 8.0 out of 10 Editors' Choice How we rate Sony's MP3 stock has shot up mercurially since introducing native MP3 playback to its Network ...
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...
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...
New Leapster L-MAX promotes learning fun for kids through dual screens
Gaming which promotes education is always a good thing when it comes to small children. Parents looking for a handheld device for their youngsters might be interested to take note of the new Leapster L-Max from technology-based learning products maker...
iPod acquired...
After doing a fair amount of research (and playing with M's in her car) I decided to acquire an iPod as my MP3 player of choice. ... Anyway, so first it took iTunes forever and a day to convert my library of WMAs to AAC format. ... If the process were solely automated, it would have gone better, but alas iTunes cannot convert "protected" music (fine) and therefore iTunes should just skip over them. ... So instead I was forced to manually drag and drop songs over from "My Music" directory to iTunes. ... -- I couldn't get the iPod to connect ...
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