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Apple Releases iTunes 5
iTunes 5 includes a new Search Bar to make it easier for users to find what they’re searching for; the ability to organize playlists into folders; Smart Shuffle, which lets the user change the randomness of shuffled songs; and the ability for Windows users to automatically sync contacts and calendars from Outlook onto their iPods.
Motorola Hooks Up iTunes, Google, Kodak (PC Magazine)
PC Magazine - The bar-style Motorola SLVR L7 will be the next phone to run Apple's iTunes software, Motorola executive vice president Ron Garriques hinted at a press conference last night.
Verizon Wireless unveils wireless music store (Reuters)
Reuters - Verizon Wireless on Thursday
announced a music download service for its subscribers with a
catalog of 1 million songs, going head to head with its biggest
rival, Sprint Nextel Corp., which launched a similar service
last year.
M-Audio Enters Podcasting Market with All-In-One Podcasting Bundle
M-Audio has introduced Podcast Factory, a bundle that includes the hardware and software required to create broadcast-quality podcasts using a Mac or PC.
Griffin Ships iFM iPod Radio Receiver
Griffin Technology is shipping the iFM, an iPod add-on that integrates FM radio tuning, recording and remote control functionality to the iPod.
Native Announces Traktor DJ 3
The new version includes four playback decks, a suite of performance effects, an analog-modeled mixer section, a customizable user interface and more.
Expo-Sandisk CEO says sees growth via phones, PCs (Reuters)
Reuters - Sandisk Corp. Chief
Executive Eli Harari said on Friday he sees significant growth
in coming years, fueled by consumers' increased appetite for
chip-based memory in mobile phones and laptops.
Judge Tentatively OKs Sony BMG Settlement (AP)
AP - A judge Friday tentatively approved a proposed settlement of lawsuits against Sony BMG Music Entertainment that would give millions of consumers free music downloads to compensate them for flawed software on CDs.
MP3 Tech Commentary
amazon.com: mac vision ma833a 128 mb mp3 player: electronics
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ipod video 5th generation 30gb mp3 player - black (apple-ma146lla) - indian-town - compare prices
... Description: With Apple's iPod you can listen to a song and watch its video at the same time. ... Read More Description: With Apple's iPod you can listen to a song and watch its video at the same time. ... The iPod's Click Wheel lets you access the video, song or photo you're after quckly and easily, zooming quickly through the player's menu. ... Using an optional iPod dock, you can display your video and photos on a TV screen, so everyone can join in the fun. ... If you want to watch videos, you'll need a video encoder like Videora's ...
DLO nano fling cases show off your iPod nano in style
Digital Lifestyle Outfitters, a maker of accessories for the iPod, today announced a new set of fashion cases for the thin iPod nano. Called the DLO nano fling, these cases are available now for $29.99. The DLO nano flings, which...
Edmunds make car videos available to iPod users
Edmunds.com yesterday announced they would begin making available automotive videos as free podcasts through Apple’s iTunes Music Store for download to the new 5th generation iPod which can play video. 21 automotive videos will initially be available, said Edmunds. The...
$4000 iPod Speakers
If you really, really love your new iPod, and you could honestly care less about leafy Sacajaweas (dollars), you might be interested in the new tube-based iPod speaker system from Hammacher Schlemmer. From Gadget Review: Their Studio-Quality Triode-Tube iPod...
Samsung YP-Z5 MP3 Player
... Here goes another new portable digital music player from Samsung Electronics. ... This flash-based player comes in a stylish aluminium casing with the ability to play display picture files and play MP3 audio files as well as WMA files. ... You'll get a 1.8-inch color LCD, 38 hours of continous playing, and embedded Samsung's Digital Natural Sound engine (DSNe) for high quality stereo sound. ... Available in two storage variants (2GB and 4GB), Samsung will show off the YP-Z5 MP3 Player at CES 2006 in Las Vegas.
Griffin debuts TuneBuds for the iPod shuffle
Griffin Technology today announced a new set of earbuds for Apple’s popular iPod shuffle. The TuneBuds are available now for $19.99. Griffin’s TuneBuds are a combination earbuds and lanyard design. Users wear them and the shuffle around their neck by...
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