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This is one of the sexiest cases that I have seen in awhile. Everyone knows that Vaja makes great cases, but this one is a personal favorite. The case is made from a High End Cowhide with a mild shine. You will not be able to personalize this style of case. You have the option of a belt clip or smooth back. Vaja
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If you’re like me, your home has at least one of each of the following items: Mac, TV, and stereo. You’ve heard of the advantages of making these things communicate with each other yet they continue to live in separate worlds. It’s time to put an end to this isolation by wiring (or unwiring, as the case may be) your home for the audio generated by your computer, iPod, and the Internet.
Spending a little more than five minutes I take you on a video tour of what I’ve done—and the tools I use—to make music move throughout my home. It’s an easy process and something that can be done without breaking the bank.In
Apple has released software 1.3 for fifth generation iPods. According
to Apple, the software contains bug fixes, and supersedes all previous
versions. iPod Software Version 1.3 for fifth-generation iPods is
available now through the Update feature in iTunes.
Digital Lifestyle Outfitters releases the new VideoShell case for the iPod nano (with video). The VideoShell is a hard-shell case made from protective polycarbonate plastic that features a kickstand in the rear of the case for hands-free video viewing. The stand elevates and holds the nano without limiting access to the dock connector and headphone jack, and the case also features a beveled opening for access to the Click Wheel, as well as complete open access to the Dock Connector, headphone jack, and hold switch. With its extra-strong polycarbonate outer shell and unique kickstand, the DLO VideoShell for nano combines supreme functionality with solid protection from everyday nicks and scrapes. “The case’s snap-on front ensures that the bottom is unobstructed and free for docking, so you’ll never have to take your nano out of its shell.” The DLO VideoShell for iPod nano (with video) is available now and sells for $20.
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D&G Solutions has announced the LiveSpeakR. It’s a new portable speaker system design for the Apple iPhone. The LiveSpeakR has 2 sets of shielded drivers that fold-up and store behind the iPhone during travel, and can also expand, contract, and rotate in order to accommodate both portrait and landscape modes. A built-in stand holds the speakers at different viewing angles, and the LiveSpeakR can run off 2 AAA batteries or an AC adapter. 23-year-old Erik Groset, inventor of the LiveSpeakR, said, “I’m very proud of the LiveSpeakR I believe it could be a perfect accessory for everyone’s iPhone. I invented it from the perspective of the end-user and everything they would want in a speaker-system.” D&G Solutions is currently seeking a partner to license the product for production; Groset said the LiveSpeakR could be available as soon as summer 2008.
WaterField
Designs announces three protective cases for the Amazon Kindle: the
Kindle SleeveCase, the Kindle Travel Case and the Kindle Slip Case—all
custom-fitted to the Amazon Kindle dimensions. Each stylish case offers
protection and accessibility, while maintaining a light look and feel.
The Kindle SleeveCase
protects the Amazon Kindle with: high-grade neoprene; impact-resistant
plastic to protect the screen; a sturdy, black, ballistic nylon shell;
and a lightly padded closing flap. A rear, open-top pocket stows items
such as the USB cable and ear buds. A subtle grey-black checked fabric
trims the bottom of the case.
The Kindle Travel Case
is designed with padded, internal compartments to keep the Kindle, the
power adapter, the clip light, and any additional accessories
tangle-free and organized. Self-locking zippers on a front pocket and
on the main compartment ensure that contents don’t spill out. Available
in six vibrant colors, the water-resistant case maintains its thin,
compact shape, even when fully packed.
The Kindle Slip Case
sports the same vibrantly colored, water-resistant material on its
exterior as the Travel Case; a lightly padded, scratch-free liner; and
impact-resistant plastic to protect the screen. In the Slip Case, the
Kindle remains secure while still sliding in and out easily. The open
top provides quick access.
Apple today announced the release of two new iPhone and iPod touch
models, each with double the storage capacity of the previous top-end
models. The iPhone now comes in a new 16GB model for $499 (£329 UK),
which will be sold alongside the $399 8GB model. Similarly, the iPod
touch is now available in a 32GB model for $499 (£329 UK), joining the
16GB model for $399 and the 8GB model for $299. “For some users,
there’s never enough memory,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president
of Worldwide iPod and iPhone Product Marketing. “Now people can enjoy
even more of their music, photos and videos on the most revolutionary
mobile phone and best Wi-Fi mobile device in the world.” Both the 16GB
iPhone and the 32GB iPod touch are available now.
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Having led the market in edgy laptop luggage design for nearly a decade, Australian company STM introduces its newest backpack.
STM’s small rogue backpack creates mischief for would-be thieves by concealing the laptop compartment from view and hiding it in an internal wall of the bag - so nobody knows you’re carrying a laptop except you.
Small rogue features STM’s unique protection system, cushioning the laptop with high density padding and a foam suspension cradle. Its clean design makes the backpack ideal for streetwear as well as the boardroom.
You’ll love the cool fabrics, texture and numerous compartments to help organise your day. The external pockets are a huge timesaver at airports, train stations and bus-stops when you need quick and easy access to your stuff.
As with all STM luggage, the small rogue has YKK zippers, duraflex buckles, high density padding and comes sized specially to fit most 13 inch screens.
Rogue will be available in retail stores in February 2008.
key features & benefits
- fits most laptops with screens up to 13″
- heavily padded laptop section with -
suspended cradle for superior protection
- ergonomic harness and shoulder straps- comfortable to carry
- tuck away rain cover
(extra protection when the weather turns)
- removable phone pouch and separate iPod pocket
- user friendly organiser section
- headphone portal and music pocket
- versatile external pockets
iTunes passed Realplayer in unique users near mid-2007. The higher
growth rate of iTunes propelled it past RealPlayer for the first time
in April of 2007. Among the four major streaming media players, only
iTunes had a positive growth rate over the past year. Among active
Internet users in the US, broadband increased to 86.8% in December 2007.
Apple’s iTunes player passed
RealPlayer in unique users in 2007 (see Figure 1). iTunes is the only
player to show a positive growth rate over the past year, growing by
26.8% from Dec. 2006 to Dec. 2007 (see Table 1). QuickTime usage fell
8.6%, RealPlayer fell 17.5%, and Windows Media Player was essentially
flat over the past year. Note that the growth trend lines show a more
accurate picture without the monthly fluctuations. Both QuickTime and
RealPlayer were essentially flat, while Windows Media Player grew
slightly. Only iTunes showed a significant positive growth rate.
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PumpOne has created a extensive set of personal training programs for the iPod, has launched Pump10, a new exercise video site designed specifically for use on the iPhone or iPod touch. Pump10 now offers weekly 10-minute video workouts, fitness tips, and personal training advice. They have designed Pump10 workouts to help iPhone users get in shape 10 minutes at a time. “The iPhone’s fantastic portability and access to rich internet content anywhere and anytime means there are no excuses for not getting into better shape in the new year.” Pump10 is a free service and is accessible by visiting Pump10.com from any iPhone or iPod touch.
Aluminate is a hybrid Nano case made from aluminum and polycarbonate.
The front of the Aluminate is thin, colorful aluminum and the back is
made of tough, clear polycarbonate.
The combination of
the aluminum and polycarbonate provide superior iPod protection, while
the built in screen and click wheel protectors provide additional
security for the Nano.
A software-based jailbreak update for iPhone has been released. Jailbreaking an iPhone makes it possible for unathorized, third-party applications to be installed on the iPhone. This new jailbreak requires that the user have a previously-jailbroken iPhone running software with Installer.app installed and a Windows computer. According to reports, unlocked phones appear to remain unlocked following the jailbreak/update; however, this new jailbreak method will not unlock an iPhone — it will only update a previously jailbroken unit.
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Apple library of iPod of games is expanding with a classic from Namco Pole Position. This is an updated version of the classic forced 3-D perspective car racing game. As with the original, you need to complete one lap within a time limit to qualify to race in a multi-lap race, and attempt to steer, shift, and avoid both trackside obstacles and other race cars to continue driving. The company has added new selectable tracks such as Wonder, Misaki Point, and mirror versions of each, as well as other exclusive, unlockable content such as “themes” based on other Namco games.
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“We are negotiating on details, including a revenue sharing standard. Apple needs a local operator to promote iPhone,” Prattana Leelapanang, assistant vice president for AIS’s wireless business marketing, told Reuters.
He gave no details of when the talks would be completed.
iPhone, which combines Apple’s iPod music player, a video player and a Web browser, is now sold in the United States and Europe, and Apple plans to launch it in Asia this year.
Last week, Apple and China Mobile, the world’s largest cellular operator, terminated talks to launch iPhone, one of the hottest gadgets to hit U.S. and European stores in 2007.
Apart from China, Apple had also initiated talks with NTT DoCoMo Inc and Softbank Corp to bring its multimedia device to Japan, although sources at both firms said revenue-sharing was a hotly contested issue.
AIS, 21.4 percent owned by Singapore Telecommunications Ltd, also signed a contract with state-owned fixed line operator TOT to develop their networks jointly in a bid to cut costs, AIS president Wichian Mektrakarn told reporters.
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ezGear, a leading provider of iPod accessories announces today an extension to their award winning speaker systems with the introduction of the ezGear XL90 Sound Bar speaker system for iPod. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar incorporates seven (7) speakers to provide a rich sound and full range of audio. The Main unit includes two (2) high range tweeters and four (4) midrange speakers. The separate vented sub-woofer offers strong bass.
The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar comes with an iPod dock that allows you to play your iPod through the system and also charges your iPod at the same time. The Amplifier on the XL90 offers 35 watts of pure clean sound. The front panel includes an LCD display. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar can be controlled from the front panel buttons or ezGear’s award winning remote control. The remote controls everything in the system including Bass, Treble and allows you to completely navigate your iPod menus. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar also allows you to play audio from other sources such as your TV or CD player and has a built in AM/FM radio. The ezGear XL90 Sound Bar comes in a classy piano black finish and will work with all iPods.
According to Charlie Bernstein, President of ezGear, LLC, “We are always working to bring something extra for iPod users with each new product we create. Just as the ezView Leather cases have taken over the iPod touch market for protection, we believe the XL90 Sound Bar will be the new standard for iPod speaker systems. The sound is so rich and so clear, and as always, ezGear includes all the extras in this great new product. I have one in my office now and plan to put one in my home shortly.”
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Marware has released a new C.E.O. style case for the Apple iPhone and iPod nano, also a Sidewinder case for iPod nano. The C.E.O. Flip Vue for iPhone is a flip style leather case that features a vertical and horizontal stand capability, a removable 360 degree rotating clip, included screen protector film and microfiber cleaning cloth. You have access to all ports and controls. The C.E.O. Cover Vue is also a flip-open leather case, featuring both a fold-back flap for screen protection, and a second, fold-under flap that offers protection for the iPhone’s Dock Connector. Other features include access to all controls and ports, vertical and horizontal stand capability, a removable 360-degree rotating ratchet clip, and included screen protector film and microfiber cleaning cloth. The C.E.O. Flip Vue and C.E.O. Cover Vue are available in brown or black leather, and sell for $30 each.
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PRIE Ambassador SideHook is as innovative as the iPod touch it was designed for. For starters, we moved the hook to the side into just the right place to double as a stand for watching video. The hook can also be used to attach iPod touch to a belt loop or bag, or can be removed entirely. Next, we added a convenient cardholder on the back, big enough for a driver’s license or commuter card.
The PRIE Ambassador SideHook is available in 5 colors. With 2 versions in black leather for a classic look, or sienna, gold or silver models.
All sensors and ports remain open and available on the iPod touch. To protect the screen, TUNEFILM is included free with PRIE Ambassador SideHook. TUNEFILM, a clear protective film for iPod touch, covers the Multi-touch display and mirrored back.
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It’s a sign of the challenges ahead for Jobs & Co. While Apple’s
dramatic comeback thanks to digital music and the iPod reads like a
Hollywood screenplay, Jobs’ efforts in video-land won’t follow the same
script. Indeed, two years after Apple added video capability to its
iPod line and began selling a smattering of shows and movies on the
iTunes Music Store, its share in video remains minuscule.
Jobs is planning a major offensive to try to change all that, with
at least some of the details to be announced at Macworld on Jan. 15.
Most important, he plans to launch a movie rental service on iTunes for
the first time. Apple is in furious negotiations with top studios to
make their new releases available for the service, as well as for sale.
BusinessWeek has learned that Apple is nearing deals with Warner Bros. and Paramount, and has already secured deals with Disney and 20th Century Fox. Apple is also planning a major upgrade of the slow-selling Apple TV set-top box.
But Jobs is having his troubles in Hollywood. While Apple persuaded the
major record labels to sell every song on iTunes for 99 cents, the
movie studios won’t agree to such standardized terms. Disney and Fox
have agreed to support the new rental service, but have different terms
for when movies will be made available, Hollywood sources say. Lions
Gate may agree to let Apple rent its stuff, but not sell its newer releases. And Sony and Universal, fierce Apple rivals, are unlikely to back Jobs at all.
We have a new blog started for Webkinz World. We have named it Webkinz
Parents and it covers the latest Webkinz News, Webkinz Cheats, Tips &
tricks, Game strategies, Webkinz recipes and tutorials.
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At CES 2008 Monday afternoon, Variety Magazine hosted a panel discussion and Q&A session with representatives from some of today’s biggest content providers. Their discussion was the future of content delivery, and the big question was this: How will you make money from it?
Featured on the panel were Albert Cheng, executive vice president of digital media for Disney/ABC TV group; Dan Fawcett, President of Fox Entertainment Group’s Digital Media arm; newly-inaugurated president of Warner Bros. Digital Distribution Thomas Gewecke; and Tom Lesinski, president of Paramount Pictures Digital Entertainment. The panel was moderated by Variety’s president and publisher Charlie Koones.
The panelists in today’s discussion hold slightly differing opinions on how to monetize their content, yet they all agree upon one point: Apple and iTunes are a positive force in the digital marketplace.
iFrogz has announced a new iPod case with speakers called Thumpz, a silicone iPod nano (with video) case with a built-in speaker. Thumpz has a speaker technology to offer playback without extra batteries, simply connecting to the headphone jack inside the case. Other features include an earphone port at the bottom of the case, which disables the speakers when earphones are connected, and access to the iPod’s Click Wheel. Scott Huskinson, CEO and owner of iFrogz said, “This case stands out from the millions of iPod cases as it is the perfect iPod accessory you can see and hear. We feel this is the most exciting case we have ever introduced.” Thumpz for iPod nano is available in a variety of colors and is available now for $25; iFrogz has also said that Thumpz will also be available for the iPod classic and incorporated into the Tadpole case at a future date.
the iSkin touch
for the all new and amazing iPod touch. It’s designed to perfectly
encapsulate and protect the iPod yet maintain a slim and elegant
profile – all with well thought out features. The iSkin touch also has
a unique duotone design, to add a custom sophisticated look to your
iPod touch that is anything but generic. Best of all, it has the
legendary iSkin fit and finish, and includes a removable rotary
beltclip as well as a unique touch-friendly screen film.
How about a little Vaja case love for that new iPhone. Incase you are a Vaja lover like myself than this news could not come at a better time. You can now purchase your defacto case for that new iPhone. It has all of the standard feature of past i-Volution cases and is available in about 10 million color choices.
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SendStation Systems is pleased to announce that its long awaited Dock
Extender for iPod has begun shipping. The unique Dock Extender is the
only solution on the market which allows you to dock the iPod or attach
dock-mounted accessories without constantly peeling your iPod from its
case.
It is available for USD 28.95 from the SendStation Online Store at www.sendstation.com and authorized resellers worldwide.
SendStation has also relaunched smartCharge, its popular iPod car
charger and cut its price: It now comes bundled with a special
audio-enabled USB-iPod Sync & Charge cable. It provides superior
quality sound through smartCharge’s built-in Line Out jack, for direct
connections to the Aux In jack found on many car stereos.
The new smartCharge works with all iPods with 30-pin dock connector and
the 1st generation iPod shuffle. It’s immediately available at a new
low price of USD 24.95 from the SendStation Store at www.sendstation.com and authorized resellers worldwide.
smartCharge and Dock Extender are both licensed iPod accessories, thus
carry Apple’s official Made for iPod badge.
It’s been a cold winter for a lot of us but spring is finally here and Acme Made is excited to introduce some of our own flowers to help celebrate spring. Be sure to check out our new Fleur and Pinwool woven wool/nylon blended textiles, imported from Denmark, as well as the striking Bloom White textile designed by Koloman Moser, circa 1901. Acme Made
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