Apple May Update iPods’ Firmware While Still Boxed

Apple has filed for a new patent application called “active packaging” for what is most likely the company’s line of iPod media players. The concept could supply power and firmware updates not only to iPods, but also to iPhones and other electronic devices while still inside... [ read more >> ]

A simplified diagram of an electronic device in accordance with one embodiment of the "active packaging" invention

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A simplified diagram of an electronic device in accordance with one embodiment of the "active packaging" invention