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In what is thought to be the most radical of moves on behalf of the Cupertino, Calif.-based electronics manufacturer, the Financial Times is reporting that premium iPod, iPhone devices are on the way. The news follows market research findings that say customers are more likely willing to pay "a lump sum upfront" and ... |
20 March 2008
11:11 GMT |
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Some television shows, music videos and short films available via iTunes never aired due to the Writers Guild of America Strike, which most people should be familiar with. As a result, Apple is now issuing refunds to iTunes customers who have bought season passes to the respective shows, as they (the shows) may not f... |
19 March 2008
10:54 GMT |
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Apple got hit by yet another lawsuit, this time coming from ZapMedia Services that is upset with the Cupertino-based company for using the iPod-iTunes concept as if it was their own. ZapMedia claims it has invented the means of distributing media to user devices via a synced portal two years before the first iPod was... |
13 March 2008
06:00 GMT |
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Lionsgate, the most commercially-successful independent film and television distribution company in the States (as of 2007), has announced its collaboration with Apple to offer iTunes Digital Copies to customers who purchase select DVDs. The first Lionsgate DVDs to debut with iTunes Digital Copy are the special editi... |
11 March 2008
06:23 GMT |
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Rumors of the Beatles appearing on iTunes have been circulating for a few years now. Both Steve Jobs and Paul McCartney had 2008 in mind for the iTunes release. Despite all this, Steve's guys have recently dismissed rumors that iTunes users will be able to download the entire Beatles' back catalog, followin... |
11 March 2008
03:37 GMT |
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UPI is reporting that Paul McCartney has recently signed a $400 million deal with Apple for the distribution of the the Beatles' back catalog via iTunes. The deal doesn't just acquit the former Beatles legend, but former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr (drummer) and the families of late Beatles stars George Har... |
10 March 2008
07:16 GMT |
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German website iphone-ticker.de snapped a few screenshots of the iPhone SDK Roadmap event video presentation during which Steve Jobs, CEO at Apple, was revealing the upcoming changes brought by firmware 2.0, on Thursday. Notable changes, in the web site's opinion, are the icons to the iTunes store and the calcul... |
10 March 2008
06:18 GMT |
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In what is undoubtedly a well planned move on behalf of the BBC, iPhone users are being offered a beta for the BBC iPlayer application. TUAW reports that a limited selection of shows from the iPlayer has already been made available to UK iPhone owners, while this has nothing to do with the release of the SDK, nor was... |
7 March 2008
09:46 GMT |
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Need something to really ease the pain for waiting too long for the SDK or not getting Flash on the iPhone? Take a look at this picture (click to enlarge). What do you see? That's right, a state-of-the-art turntable with an iPod stuck in it. Main features include line-level output, pitch control, and a metal pla... |
6 March 2008
06:40 GMT |
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Aspyr Media has recently gone public announcing that Apple retail stores country-wide will be hosting tournaments in light of the recently released Mac version of Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. Competitors are eligible to win iTunes gift cards.According to Inside Mac Games, each day (of the ones listed below) host... |
5 March 2008
11:11 GMT |
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No one really knows for sure what Apple is thinking when it comes to the video games market (or anything else for that matter), but one thing is for sure: they're counting on those for profit quite a bit. Evermore according to a recent Apple patent filing, which points to automatic determining of which iTunes ti... |
3 March 2008
09:29 GMT |
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Following reports that iTunes has recently become the second-largest music retailer in the United States, researchers are now predicting that Apple's online store is likely to kick Wal-Mart's arse this year. This is mostly thanks to the way Apple provides means of paying for the downloaded content. Wal-Mart... |
27 February 2008
04:47 GMT |
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Yet another Gameloft title makes it onto iPods. This time around it's Bubble Bash (how many bubble game titles are out there anyway), a casual Bust-A-Move-Bash kind of game that has you bursting three or more colored bubbles in a row for nice rewards.Players take off for Bubble Island, start bursting bubbles and... |
26 February 2008
06:57 GMT |
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For those looking forward to more updates every day, Apple has released iTunes 7.6.1., adding improved compatibility with Apple TV software version 2.0., aka Take 2, but also fixing a number of bugs. The company has notified its customers that they will also be offering a $0.99 movie rental every Thursday, while the ... |
22 February 2008
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Apple's iPod is no longer the sole beneficiary of music downloaded via iTunes. Jon Lech Johansen, also known as DVD Jon, has created software that converts the restricted format into others, making it available for non-Apple devices. The famed Norwegian hacker was formerly involved with breaking copy-protection ... |
20 February 2008
16:31 GMT |
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An AppleInsider post dating February 18 provides information on three hot topics such as a UK iTunes Store price drop, BBC on iTunes and iPhone software 2.0. Yesterday, we covered the second topic in question, particularly the BBC and Apple deal, which leaves the iTunes Store price drop and Apple's skipping 1.1.... |
20 February 2008
04:24 GMT |
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A recent Reuters report reveals that British BBC viewers will be able to download a selection of programs straight from Apple's digital store iTunes, as the two companies have struck a deal. The agreement was announced on Tuesday by the public broadcaster's commercial arm, according to Yahoo News.Programs l... |
19 February 2008
09:45 GMT |
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As if Apple news today (and I mean this specific day) weren't all connected to video games in one way or another, iTunes is now offering all of the songs featured in Harmonix' music video game, Rock Band. Must-have songs are priced the same as with the downloadable packs for the video game (99 cents), but i... |
18 February 2008
10:00 GMT |
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Yep, Apple wants to put maps in podcasts, it's no rumor. The patent application for "Creation, Management and Delivery of Map-based Media Items," is right here for everyone to see. It describes "podmaps," as means of delivering maps and other media files that are associated with a podcast.Apple already knows tha... |
15 February 2008
05:59 GMT |
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It is well known that Apple will be releasing a software development kit soon, for programmers to use in creating nifty apps for its devices. More than that, the Cupertino-based company has also filed to protect its trademark in relation to games. As a result, people started talking and Daniel Jalkut, who develops th... |
15 February 2008
04:26 GMT |
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Has iTunes been bugging you lately? If so, don't worry because you're not alone. That doesn't solve the problem, but hey, at least you know you're not alone on this. More and more iPod touch users are reportedly hounded by a "buy the upgrade" page that only has an OK button, when connecting their ... |
14 February 2008
03:07 GMT |
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The much awaited Take 2 update for Apple TV has been quietly made available by Apple the other day, as a free download for owners of its digital media receiver. You can update your system software right now and enable yourself to browse, purchase, and rent content via the iTunes Store, while the much-rumored rental o... |
13 February 2008
05:08 GMT |
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Renowned mobile games developer Gameloft S.A. has released two new games for owners of iPod nano (video), iPod classic, and fifth-generation iPod. Just so every taste is satisfied this week, iTunes now lists Naval Battle: Mission Commander and Chess & Backgammon Classics as downloadables for 5 bucks a piece.In Naval ... |
6 February 2008
05:49 GMT |
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The digital music store that Amazon is building added another category and provider to its offerings, late last week. And an expensive one at that, with 300 million dollars being paid for Audible Inc. The company adds to bigger names from the music industry that have partnered with Amazon MP3, such as Warner Music Gr... |
5 February 2008
04:33 GMT |
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iTunes seems to be the only service doing well for Apple, as Website Optimization has issued this report revealing that Apple's digital media player application has surpassed RealPlayer, as far as online streaming goes. That's a first, in case anyone asks. More than that, iTunes is also the only online stre... |
1 February 2008
09:17 GMT |
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This has been a growing issue since Tuesday when Apple forums were filled with complaints regarding the fact that the new iPod models don't allow movie rentals via iTunes. Some recent iPod acquirers have gone as far as demanding upgrades or fixes since it's impossible to accept that a new iPod won't su... |
30 January 2008
09:41 GMT |
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Burning question on Apple Discussions: "What is the point of AppleTV?" As a proud owner of one, you're probably already upset that not everyone can see its potential the way you do. Some will go through hours of searching the web for all its features to prove it's just great, but it all comes down to what y... |
30 January 2008
05:51 GMT |
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That iPod is some piece of work, huh? Not only has it got the attention of two big-a** video game developers (Electronic Arts and Namco), but now handheld games maker Gameloft is also jumping in. The renowned mobile games developer has added Block Breaker Deluxe to the iPod's lineup of games.The game, as its nam... |
29 January 2008
06:27 GMT |
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If you thought you were getting a better deal using illegal P-to-P music services, rather than legitimate download services such as Apple's iTunes, then you are sadly mistaking. New research shows how file-sharers get both better breadth and catalogue of tracks from Apple's legitimate download service. Full... |
25 January 2008
05:27 GMT |
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Apple has recently confirmed the introduction of the Pink iPod nano, a product that's seen demand as high as the universe can expand itself. The most popular music player in the world now comes with a stylish, sleek pink front plate, keeping the same all-metal design made with anodized aluminum and polished stai... |
22 January 2008
16:03 GMT |
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As expected, the Macworld Expo has brought about some huge surprises for the fans of all things Apple, whether we're talking about the damn sexy MacBook Air, the latest updates available for the iPod Touch or the new software for the iPhone. However, one of the most important announcements (even more important t... |
16 January 2008
02:41 GMT |
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By this point you must have heard about Amazon.com and in case you haven't I just hinted you where it's at. Pepsi, one of the leading brands in the world when it comes to cola, is no stranger either. Now they've teamed up and by their powers combined… no, there's no Captain Planet racing across t... |
15 January 2008
05:47 GMT |
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We've all got used to buying music online and, for some time now, buying it without all the DRM crap and using it as we consider fit. One can also buy movies (only those distributed by Walt Disney at the moment) straight from the iTunes store, the favorite shopping place of every Apple fan you and I know.Accordi... |
28 December 2007
07:58 GMT |
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One can easily consider this a very good, if not the best, financial year for Apple. After the launch of the iPhone, Apple has only seen the good side of life on the financial market. Its products have been waited for mainly due to the innovative multi-touch interface introduced by Steve Jobs in January. At that mome... |
28 December 2007
07:47 GMT |
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The now traditional Apple vs. Microsoft face-off, translated to the digital media player market into the iPod and the Zune, also reverberates online, as both companies have built ecosystems of content around their specific devices. In this regard, Apple of course has iTunes and Microsoft - Zune.net. In early October ... |
28 December 2007
06:33 GMT |
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The music industry has been sending out signals that they would like to get as far from Apple and the iTunes Store as possible, without actually breaking the bond and loosing them as a source of revenue. While the major labels try everything that crosses their minds in order to undermine iTunes, former holdouts are ... |
12 December 2007
12:40 GMT |
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It is no secret that the major labels are greedy, consumers know it all too well, and they have been called that to their faces before. It turns out that things are actually worse, with the labels' absurd war on Apple and iTunes now bordering lunacy.In a most excellent interview with Seth Mnookin for Wired, Univ... |
29 November 2007
12:19 GMT |
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The record labels have not been seeing eye to eye with Jobs over how music should be purchased by customers, and this has led to all sorts of disputes. While none can argue, at least not with a straight face, that iTunes pretty much handed the music industry a lifeline and showed them the way to the future, the music... |
28 November 2007
01:19 GMT |
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A long, long time ago it was MTV that took bands from obscurity and delivered them to the promised land of fame. These days, it seems that the best way for an artist to make it big time is to get their song used in an iPod commercial.The success that bands appearing in iPod commercials have seen is not a matter of l... |
27 November 2007
17:28 GMT |
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There is an old adage about a tree falling in the woods and nobody being around to hear it and it applies perfectly to the case of the first full-length feature movie ever to premiere via digital distribution on iTunes.Even most iTunes users will scratch their heads and say something along the lines of "wait… what?"... |
22 November 2007
10:37 GMT |
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Apple has officially announced the price reduction for iTunes Plus songs and the addition of independent labels. While it is good to have official confirmation of this particular rumor, the move has created some confusion, as expected.With the expansion of the iTunes Plus catalogue, customers now have over two milli... |
18 October 2007
10:22 GMT |
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It wasn't that long ago when DRM free music on the iTunes Store seemed nothing more than just wishful thinking, despite what Steve Jobs thought on the matter. Today, iTunes Plus is old news, but recent rumors hint at yet another big change in the works.Infinite Loop reports that, according to their source, Appl... |
16 October 2007
10:05 GMT |
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Napster looks to revamp the company using a revolutionary online music platform which is supposed to allow the consumers to listen to music on the web without having to install any additional piece of software. 'And what's so interesting in that?' you may ask. Well, until now, the Napster users were re... |
16 October 2007
04:13 GMT |
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It's been some time since the last round of 'Beatles on iTunes' and the band's albums are still not available for purchase from Apple's digital music service. In the meantime, fans might be interested in the solo works of the Beatles members, which are available.George Harrison is now on the... |
11 October 2007
09:49 GMT |
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Apple's iPhone ringtone service has had its share of ups and downs, and the company has made many adjustments and readjustments to it in an effort to prevent workarounds that let people use anything as a ringtone. While Apple position is certainly understandable, they seem to be taking things a bit too far.Afte... |
10 October 2007
10:40 GMT |
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Recent reports indicate that Apple might be partnering with Facebook, the latter moves to take on MySpace. A partnership between Facebook and Apple's iTunes could be very good for both companies as it would allow for new services that would be impossible for each company alone.Facebook has become the faster gro... |
8 October 2007
10:39 GMT |
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Despite constantly pushing the envelope with its iPod digital media player, Apple has not forgotten about the radio industry. Taking things beyond simply radio tuner accessories, Apple is an important partner to the companies that are pushing the radio industry forward.Clear Channel Radio has just announced that it ... |
3 October 2007
11:16 GMT |
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What is a Podcast? A podcast is a digital media file, or a series of such files, that is distributed over the Internet using syndication feeds for playback on portable media players and personal computers. This is almost the same thing as RSS. At RSS the user reads the feeds on his computer, for podcasts he will use ... |
20 September 2007
11:27 GMT |
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Apple is bringing out the iTunes updates like no tomorrow, in what seems to be yet another attempt to plug the ringtone holes. But, despite Apple's efforts, holes are still there and the updates are even starting to affect the overall stability of the feature altogether.Only ten days after the previous update, ... |
18 September 2007
08:44 GMT |
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After Apple's decision to add a checksum, or hash, to the iPod database to restrict non-iTunes software, like Amarok or other open-source music players, from having the ability to add music, the people from Gtkpod have managed to fix the problem by creating some code to bypass the restriction.Apple have done the... |
17 September 2007
10:42 GMT |
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