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Apple iPod nano seventh-gen regaining camera?

, Apr 4th 2011 Discuss [1]

An image of what's purported to be Apple's next-gen iPod nano chassis has leaked, with a space in the back panel for a camera. The picture, sent to Apple.pro, shows a nano casing in the same square style as the existing 6th-gen model, but seemingly with camera functionality restored from the 5th-gen version. Read The Full Story

JBL OnBeat speaker dock supports iPad 2

, Mar 29th 2011 Discuss [3]

JBL's latest iPod speaker dock has broken cover, and the JBL OnBeat joins the rare group of those units that support the iPad as well. Thanks to a range of docking clamps - which rotate to support iPhone and iPod touch landscape orientation - the OnBeat will accept your iPad or iPad 2, along with a 3.5mm aux-in for using other PMPs. Read The Full Story

Steve Jobs: “We Have No Plans To” Kill Off iPod Classic

, Mar 22nd 2011 Discuss [1]

The iPod Classic is a favorite for those who have a large music library and need to take it with them. An avid iPod Classic fan e-mailed Apple's CEO Steve Jobs a while back concerned that the company was planning to kill off the device since there were a lack of updates. Jobs replied back to the email via his iPhone stating, “We have no plans to.” According to MacRumors, the email appeared legitimate and was revealed today. Read The Full Story

Apple considering 24-bit iPod/iTunes update for boosted audio quality?

, Feb 22nd 2011 Discuss [28]

Apple is reportedly in talks with record labels over offering higher quality digital tracks, though it will take more than just a 24-bit master before the sound from your iPod is significantly improved. According to CNN, Apple is among the companies in talks regarding using 24-bit master recordings and higher-quality file types, with Interscope-Geffen-A&M chairman Jimmy Iovine saying the Cupertino company is considering changing "some of their electronic devices" to work with the boosted tracks. Read The Full Story

FTC And Department of Justice May Investigate Apple’s Subscription Model

, Feb 18th 2011 Discuss [0]

According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple's new subscription model is catching the attention of U.S. antitrust enforcers. The Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission plan to delve into the situation but may not develop any formal investigation or any action against the company. Many publishers including music streaming service, Rhapsody, have criticized Apple's new subscription policy, even saying it is "economically untenable." Read The Full Story

Opening iPad Numbers Crush iPod and iPhone

, Feb 10th 2011 Discuss [5]

This has to make Apple execs happy. A presentation at Google’s thinkmobile event by Mary Meeker, former Wall St. analyst now at Kleiner Perkins, showed just how monstrous the iPad’s numbers are compared to its older siblings the iPod and iPhone. Read The Full Story

Onkyo Debuts Two Affordable Home Theater Systems

, Feb 10th 2011 Discuss [0]

Onkyo just announced today the release of two new “home-theater-in-a-box” (HTiB) systems for those wanting to indulge but on a budget. The systems feature the latest HDMI connectivity standard with support for 3D video and lossless audio all built to exacting standards for the ultimate music, movies, and gaming experience in your home. Read The Full Story

EA Running 99¢ Sale in US App Store

, Feb 8th 2011 Discuss [5]

The next 48 hours are a great time to stock up on games for your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. EA Games is running a 99¢ sale on select games in the App store. They are calling this the "i ♥ 99¢ SALE!", so if you are looking for some cheap thrills for Valentines day, this may be the place to go. Read The Full Story

Paul Frank Julius Dance Machine Chimping Out Your iPod

, Feb 4th 2011 Discuss [0]

Need to revamp your iPod docking setup and unleash your inner fashionista? American fashion designer Paul Frank has teamed up with SpeakerCraft to bring an awfully cute iPod docking station featuring their iconic monkey mascot, Julius, embracing your iPod with love. Read The Full Story

iXtreamer Review

, Feb 3rd 2011 Discuss [9]

It’s a tough world for iPhone docks; no longer is it enough to simply offer party-friendly playback, the near-saturated market demands slick styling and superlative features if you want to get attention. Xtreamer has certainly pushed the boat out with the iXtreamer, with space not only for your iPhone or iPod but an iPad too, along with an internal hard-drive bay, network streaming and more. Is the iXtreamer the last word in iDocks? Check out the full SlashGear review after the cut.

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Monster iMotion CarPlay 3000 lets you control your iPod in the car with motion control

, Jan 28th 2011 Discuss [1]

Controlling your iPad or iPhone in your car with a normal FM transmitter can be a pain in the butt. Controlling them through a device that plugs them into the AUX port on your car isn't any better typically. The problem is that you have to look down to skip tracks and taking your eyes off the road isn’t a good thing. Read The Full Story

iOS Accounts for 65% of Apple’s Current Sales

, Jan 21st 2011 Discuss [2]

Oh my goodness gracious. Take a peek at the chart below created by the talented folks over at asymco. It depicts Apple's quarterly sales since the fourth quarter of 2005, three quarters before the iPhone was first released. The most staggering factor might either be the very obvious upward moving trend without very much of a dip since the chart began, or it might be the face that even though the iPhone (which was released in 2007) was the only iOS device out three and a half years ago, this past quarter iOS accounted for 65% of Apple's sales. That's monstrous. Read The Full Story
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