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When roses won't do, e-mail a fragrance
(InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - After satisfying the senses of sight and sound through video streams and music downloads, NTT Communications aims to tap into the sense of smell with a new system that allows users to send fragrances from their cell phones.
MySpace forms music venture with big labels
(Reuters)
Reuters - News Corp's MySpace, the world's
largest social network Web site, said it has formed an online
music venture with three major recording companies in a
challenge to Apple Inc's dominant iTunes Music Store.
Ray J moves from sex tape to new album
(AP)
AP - Ray J is cruising down the Hollywood Freeway in his black Lamborghini when fans in a passing car recognize him. The singer/actor/sex-tape star slows down so they can snap a photo. The fans giddily check their digital camera as the $200,000 sports car speeds away.
iTunes Hits Two Billion Sold Milestone
Apple today announced that more than two billion songs, 50 million television episodes and over 1.3 million feature-length films have been purchased and downloaded from the iTunes Store.
Downloads King As iTunes Tops U.S. Music Retailer
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - Online music purchasing marked a symbolic milestone when Apple announced Thursday that its iTunes music store had surpassed Wal-Mart Stores to become the largest U.S. music retailer.
MySpace Music Ready To Take A Bite Out Of Apple iTunes' Profits
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - The News Corp. company plans to offer ad-supported free streaming music and video, as well as some DRM-free music online.
MP3 Tech Commentary
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...
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...
Friday First Look: JVC HA-SX500 Headphones
JVC is offering now the HA-SX500 in-canal headphones, compatible with the iPhone. These iPhone friendly headphones are foldable and use a special design for better sound. For more details on...
Warner Music Signs MP3 Deal With 7Digital
Warner Music International (WMI), one of the 'big four' record labels, has signed a deal with 7Digital to offer MP3 tracks. The 7Digital music service, based in the UK, is...
Will Alleged RIAA Conspiracy be Revealed?
Tanya Andersen, who was wrongfully targeted by the RIAA in February 2005, has now amended her complaint that could see the case move forward to the discovery phase. This is...
AT&T Wireless Debuts New Mobile Music Offerings
Customers of AT&T Wireless have some new ways to enjoy music via compatible cell phones, complete as well with appropriate fees. These new and/or expanded services are known as AT&T...
Monster Cable ships wireless music transmitter for iPod
Monster Cable, normally known for making high end A/V cables for home entertainment systems, also offers a line of iPod accessories. Its latest is a device for enjoying your iPod...
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