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Otafuku Rex; Mix Them, Mash Them Up
The new band Otafuku Rex has debuted their music video, Do Me, I'm the Best, and is inviting fans to get in on the action and create their own remixes by mashing up the groups video and music, adding in their own music and video, and sending the results to friends.
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.
MySpace buying online music sensation iLike
(AFP)
AFP - MySpace announced it is buying online music discovery hotspot iLike and plans to expand the service to other forms of entertainment such as games and films.
Man Destroys iPod In A Blender
Blendtec, a company that makes heavy duty blenders, is destroying iPods to help sell $400 blenders.
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.
No 'three Strikes' Law Planned for Singapore, Agency Says
(PC World)
PC World - There are no immediate plans to propose a law that would cut off Internet access for Singaporean users who receive repeated warnings from their Internet service providers for downloading pirated music and videos, according to the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS).
MySpace scoops up popular Facebook app iLike
(AP)
AP - Social networking hub MySpace said Wednesday it is acquiring iLike, a popular music application on rival Facebook, in the first move by new management to expand after a series of drastic cuts and writedowns.
Griffin Intros Hi-Way Case for iPod Hi-Fi
Griffin Technology today announced Hi-Way, a versatile, custom fit, roadworthy carrying case for the iPod Hi-Fi compact stereo.
MP3 Tech Commentary
Buying Guide: Before You Buy a Portable Media Player
Portable media players are, by definition, MP3 players which do much more than just play your favorite digital audio files. These specialized devices also let you watch your favorite television or movie programming in a portable format as well as letting you view lots and lots of your favorite digital photos. There are a lot of portable media players on the market today, so it is important to consider the most important features when making your selection. To get you thinking about these critical functions...read more
Buying Guide: Before You Buy a Portable Ebook Reader
The age of the portable ebook reader is upon us. Though nothing will ever replace fully the beloved paperback, the idea of being able to take hundreds of digital paperbacks with you on the road has lots of appeal. A growing number of ebook readers are being released for your purchasing consideration. You should ask yourself first, however, which features are most important to you. Battery life? Screen size? How many books a reader can hold? Read Before You Buy a Portable Ebook Reader for must have ebook reader features.
Free Music Downloads This Week In our music discovery spotlight this week, we showcase another selection of artists with free promotional tracks to download. The full song downloads will hopefully give you a good idea about the style of music that the highlighted artists produce. The free music downloads this week are:
The track, Free Energy, is the debut song from the rock band of the same name (Free Energy). Their self-titled 7" version is available now (DFA Records).
- We All Wanna Be Prince (3:33)
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Product Review: Nextar T30 Portable Media Player Photo credit: Nextar
The Nextar T30 portable media player, despite its inexpensive price tag, is hard to recommend when put up against other devices similar to it. It has a few stand out qualities, but the overall experience it provides is marred by a small host of mostly minor issues. Were there but a handful of these it would be one thing, but it is hard to overlook so many challenges at the same time. Should you choose to purchase this player, it is best suited for those on a budget who want a portable media player which offers a wide range of mostly functional features...read more
Forum Question: What is your favorite portables gadget?
What is your favorite portable electronics gadget? An iPod? That shiny new PlayStation Portable? How about the hot selling Amazon Kindle 2 ebook reader? I've opened up a forum discussion on this topic in the Portable Electronics forums and would love to hear your opinions. Feel free to join the conversation!
Free Music Downloads This Week In the music spotlight this week, we bring you another selection of promotional tracks that cover a wide spectrum of genres. The free music downloads this week are:
Repeaterbeater is an indie/progressive rock track from Danish band, Mew. Their forthcoming album, No More Stories is due for release in the U.S. on Aug. 25 (Columbia Records).
- Almost Never (3:23)
- Butter EP Version (4:33)
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