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Three Minutes: The FTC Chief Takes on Cybercrime
(PC World)
PC World - Over the past few years, computer crimes and annoyances have become an increasingly important part of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's work. In the past year, the FTC has announced settlements with spammers, adware distributors, and even Sony BMG Music Entertainment, over its distribution of rootkit software.
Samsung Reveals Ultrathin Cell Phone
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - The phone includes a camera, large displays, and support for music and video playback technology.
Music Exec Rebuts Apple's Critique of DRM
(PC World)
PC World - Warner Music CEO defends use of protection technology after criticism by Jobs.
Apple Tries To Bury Stock Options Controversy
Based on an analysis of the findings of the independent investigation, Apple has recognized additional non-cash stock-based compensation expenses of $84 million.
After Jobs criticism, Warner exec defends DRM
(InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - The head of Warner Music Group defended the use of DRM (digital rights management) with digital music on Wednesday in an apparent response to recent criticism from Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
Griffin Intros PowerBlock Travel, International USB Power Adapter
Griffin Technology has introduced PowerBlock Travel, a package designed to simplify charging your USB devices (including iPods) while traveling.
SpeckTone Retro Stereo Speaker System for iPod
The SpeckTone Retro is one of the few iPod accessories that has caught our eyes recently. The fifties look of the all-wood speaker cabinet is finished with a high-gloss lacquered piano finish, and is a surprisingly nice complement to the modern look of iPods.
MP3 Tech Commentary
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 ...
Alba launches Pocket DAB/FM/MP3 player
... The player can jump between MP3 and DAB (or FM if you prefer) at the flick of a switch. ... As an MP3 player, it incorporates an SD/MMC memory card slot to play up to 1GB of your favourite MP3 (or WMA) tracks. ... The player is powered by an internal rechargeable battery, which should give around 10 hours playback. ... The Alba Pocket player comes complete with in-ear headphones, an AC adaptor and carry case for around £110.
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Alba launches Pocket DAB/FM/MP3 player
... The player can jump between MP3 and DAB (or FM if you prefer) at the flick of a switch. ... As an MP3 player, it incorporates an SD/MMC memory card slot to play up to 1GB of your favourite MP3 (or WMA) tracks. ... The player is powered by an internal rechargeable battery, which should give around 10 hours playback. ... The Alba Pocket player comes complete with in-ear headphones, an AC adaptor and carry case for around £110.
ipodnn | creative facing pressure from apple
Standard & Poor's Equity Research analyst Megan Graham-Hackett today said she downgraded shares of Apple's rival Creative Technology. ... Graham-Hackett lowered Creative's rating to "sell" from "hold" citing increased competition from Apple in the MP3 player market, according to Forbes . ... "The analyst sees Creative Technology facing a 'challenging' March quarter due to Apple's product introductions in the lower-end MP3 market. ... She said Apple has broadened its MP3 product portfolio, 'thereby increasing the competitive dynamics, in our ...
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