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Numark Intros HDX HD/CD/MP3 Player
Numark has announced the HDX, a tabletop HD/CD/MP3 player with an ultra-high torque, motorized 12-inch platter that holds a vinyl record for true vinyl scratch capability.
Apple iLife Update Adds Podcasting, Video Podcasting Tools
Apple has announced iLife '06, a major update to the Apple suite of home multimedia applications, including iWeb, a simple way to make websites, blogs and podcasts, and GarageBand 3, which now includes podcasting support.
Edirol Intros R-09 Portable Recorder
At the 2006 Winter NAMM Show, Edirol introduced the R-09, a streamlined field recorder, featuring 24-bit uncompressed recording and a built-in stereo mic.
The Strangest iPod Accessory Ever?
Thanko has introduced a bizarre iPod box speaker that may be the strangest iPoc accessory ever.
Got HD? Radio format starts new push
(Reuters)
Reuters - In the coming weeks,
high-definition (HD) radio proponents will launch the second
phase of a promotional campaign. The mission? To increase
awareness of a format that until now has remained a relative
footnote on the digital music landscape.
Creative Intros Zen Vision:M MP3/Video Player
Creative Technology has introduced the Zen Vision:M, a 30GB video player, photo viewer and MP3 player.
Apple Investigates iPod Sweatshop Allegations
(NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - Could your shiny new iPod be the result of sweatshop labor? That is the question Apple investigators are seeking to answer following a report in a London newspaper in which unnamed workers in China claimed that they were forced to work long hours for next-to-nothing wages.
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Catchy Music Makes Your Brain Itch
Science site PhysOrg.com has an interesting article discussing what makes a song catchy.
From PhysOrg:
Referring to a study done at Dartmouth College last year, Duffy explained that "MRIs show that a...
Amazon to launch music store and MP3 player?
... According to the Wall Street Journal, Amazon is in advanced talks with the four music companies about setting up a digital music service featuring an Amazon-branded MP3 player pre-loaded with a selection of heavily discounted songs. ... Despite increasing its range of goods in recent years, Amazon is still dependent on physical media such as CDs and DVDs for a large percentage of sales and will need to keep hold of that custom as many move towards digital delivery of products. ... The company does have very strong sales of digital music ...
Apple Showcases Revamped iPod U2 Special Edition
Apple yesterday reintroduced their special edition iPod U2, this time based on the fifth generation iPod (video) design. This newest member of the iPod family is available now for $329.
The...
SanDisk Sansa M250 2 GB MP3 Player Black
... ⢠Powered by single AAA battery, for up to 19 hours of usage ⢠Lightweight flash memory digital audio player--weighs just 1.5 ounces ⢠2 GB memory holds 32 hours of MP3 and 64 hours of WMA audio ⢠Microsoft PlaysForSure support for compatibility with wide range of online stores and subscription services ⢠Integrated FM radio with 20 presets; built-in microphone and voice recorder
iPod Shuffles To The Cheap Side
Back on 1/18 I noted that Apple iMacs were selling at surprising discounts to Sony VAIOs, indicating an apparent willingness on the part of Cupertino to compete with other high-style manufacturers on the basis of price, as opposed to charging a premium for Appleâs unique design ( Apple Cool Selling At Surprising Discount To Sony Style ). ... Now, Apple may be extending that strategy to music players as well. ... As of this writing, only SanDisk 512 MB MP3 players are offered for less by vendors on PriceSCAN.com. ... One of these, the ...
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