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Rocker Lou Reed takes aim at new technology
(Reuters)
Reuters - Lou Reed is lashing out at new
modes of audio technology, saying that "people have got to
demand a higher standard" than current MP3 music files.
Apple Intros iPod Phone
Apple today introduced iPhone, a new device that combines a state-of-the-art mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and an Internet communications device with desktop-class email, web browsing, searching and maps—into one small and lightweight handheld device.
NAMM Update: Numark Announces HDX HD/CD/MP3 player
Numark announced the HDX, a tabletop HD/CD/MP3 player with an high torque, motorized 12-inch platter.
California Internet sales tax bill faces long odds
(Reuters)
Reuters - A California bill that could lead
to a tax on Internet music downloads faces slim odds of
success, but the Democrat who wrote it says a debate over
taxing such online retail transactions is overdue.
Apple: More than 70 Percent of 2007 Cars will have iPod Support
More than 70 percent of 2007-model US automobiles will offer iPod integration.
BMI Predicts Decline In Ringtone Market, Jump In Ringbacktones
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - The company that licenses music is bullish on mobile audio and TV, but says ring tones have lost their novelty and cheaper alternatives are available.
MP3 Tech Commentary
Audials One Software Released
RapidSolution Software AG, the company behind products such as Tunebite 5, has released details of its latest product. Audials One is a software package that combines three previously released products...
Canton Ships Pricey iPod Speaker System
A German loudspeaker manufacturer by the name of Canton not long ago got into the business of making iPod speaker systems. Its latest is now out on the market and...
Warner Music Proposes ISP Music Fee
Warner Music has hired music industry consultant, Jim Griffin, to formulate a business model that could see an additional $5 added to your monthly ISP bill. The idea is...
Facebook Steps Up to the Digital Music Plate
The social networking website, Facebook, has launched two new media channels in an effort to compete with the likes of MySpace. The new music and film pages have been added...
Solar powered portable media player debuts from eMotion
An outfit by the name of eMotion Electronics has apparently debuted a portable media player for the eco-conscious set - it runs off of solar power. It is known as...
Soundstream shows off touchscreen media player
When one considers the sheer number of portable media players on the market today, it is hard to distinguish oneself from the pack. Soundstream, a relatively unknown company in this...
Friday First Look: ECTACO jetBook Ebook Reader
The ECTACO jetBook is an ebook reader designed to compete against the Sony Reader and Amazon Kindle. The ECTACO jetBook lets one read ebooks downloaded for free and will also...
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