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Hollywood scores win over Pirate Bay, 4 convicted
(AP)
AP - The entertainment industry won round one Friday in a legal battle against file-sharing hub The Pirate Bay, with guilty verdicts and one-year prison sentences handed down to four men accused of running and financing the popular site.
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.
Gemini Announces iTrax iPod DJ Mixer
The iTrax joins the Numark iDJ, to allow users to mix the output of two iPods, with basic dj functionality.
Meet 'Facet,' the RealNetworks DVD Ripper Box
(PC Magazine)
PC Magazine - It's not every day that a court case drags a product roadmap out into the light of day. Yet that's what happened with "Facet," a set-top box that RealNetworks hopes will do for DVDs what MP3s did for the home stereo. But don't get your hopes up; a judge could kill Facet before it ever ships.
NAMM Update: Denon DJ Intros DN-S3500 Tabletop CD/MP3 Player
Denon DJ introduced the DN-S3500 tabletop CD/MP3 player, featuring a powerful 12-pole Direct Drive motor, 7 on-board effects and intuitive control.
Apple Intros 8GB iPod nano Red
Apple today announced a new 8GB model of the iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition. The new 8GB iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition holds up to 2,000 songs and is available for $249, joining the 4GB model priced at $199.
Music website MUZU signs Universal deal
(Reuters)
Reuters - MUZU.TV, an Irish-based video website which has won plaudits from the music industry for the way it pays artists when their music is played online, has signed a deal with the world's largest label Universal.
MP3 Tech Commentary
Kid-friendly Ribbit MP3 Player in Time for Easter
If you're looking for an alternative gift to give for Easter, then the Nextar Ribbit MA589 MP3 player may be worth a look. This cute portable, in the shape...
Free Software For Recording Streaming Music
Whether you listen to Internet radio stations, or use one of the many free streaming music services, you may have asked the question: "Is it possible to record what I...
Product Preview: Philips GoGear Opus - A New Portable Media Player
The Philips line up of GoGear portable media players has churned out over the years a steady stream of quality devices known for their sleek looks and easy to use...
Sandisk's New MP3 Player Comes With 1,000 Songs
SanDisk Corporation has now launched its new slotRadio Player which comes with a whopping 1,000 songs. The player uses microSD card technology rather than built-in flash memory that is commonly...
Product Review: Nextar T30 Portable Media Player
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...
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...
Bob Dylan Promotes New Album with Free MP3
Music legend, Bob Dylan, is promoting his new forthcoming album, Together Through Life, by making the first track available as a free download. The free MP3, titled Beyond Here Lies...
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