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Watch Videos Shot with the New iPod nano

According to Apple, iPod nano now has a built-in video camera that “lets you record fun as it happens.” The camera-equipped iPod features a larger 2.2-inch display for easier navigating, enjoying album art, and watching the videos you’ve just taken.“A quick scroll through the menu takes you to...

10 September 2009
11:48 GMT

The New iPod nano Does Video

After exactly one year since its debut, the fourth-generation iPod nano has gained a bigger screen, a built-in speaker, new software and, best of all, a built-in camera for shooting video wherever you may find yourself. The fifth-generation iPod nano can even shoot videos with real-time effects such as Thermal, Film ...

10 September 2009
06:18 GMT

‘It’s Only Rock and Roll’ Apple Event - The Announcements

Hosted yesterday at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, Apple’s “It’s Only Rock and Roll” event saw the introduction of new, camera-equipped iPods, as well as players with more storage capacity and more color, iTunes 9 (with a collection of new features), and iPhone OS 3.1 (w...

10 September 2009
02:47 GMT

iPod Prices Slashed, New Products Almost Confirmed

In its usual manner, the Cupertino-based Mac maker has quietly slashed prices across its entire iPod line, making 8GB nanos available for as low as $129 and the 8GB iPod touch for just $189. Classic iPods are also cheaper ahead of Apple’s music-focused event at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francis...

9 September 2009
08:15 GMT

$149 iPod touch, Updated Model Delayed (Rumors)

Several well-established sources believe Apple has quite a few reasons not only to start selling camera-equipped iPods, but also to cut the price on the popular iPod touch to as low as $149. Other units in the iPod range may also be on track for refreshes and price reductions, these people believe. 9to5Mac points ou...

8 September 2009
03:19 GMT

Apple Confirms September Event

Members of the media have started receiving invitations to a “Rock and Roll” event scheduled for September 9, hosted at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Theater in San Francisco. In what has remained an annual tradition at Apple, the company continues to focus on music, iPods and iTunes in fall, going ...

1 September 2009
05:19 GMT

Apple Still Selling First-Gen iPods via its Online Store

It has been revealed that first-generation iPods are still up for sale on Apple’s Online store. The device, originally introduced in 2001, can be considered somewhat of a relic. Listed as “iPod 5GB MAC (prior version with original scroll wheel),” the iPod costs $129.00. Readers should note that unit...

21 August 2009
10:17 GMT

Apple Event to Focus on Music. No Tablet.

The latest Apple rumor concerns a September 9 event, claimed by multiple sources as being hosted in San Francisco. The event is likely focused on music,  iPods and iTunes, sources inform, while no Apple tablet announcement is likely to occur. However, the introduction of a camera-equipped iPod touch is expected....

18 August 2009
04:15 GMT

Secure iTunes to iPod Synchronization

Are you in the mood for listening to an old favorite track but you don’t remember exactly where you’ve stored it? Have you just bought yourself a new Mac or iPhone and you want to sync your favorite playlists without unpredicted file deletion or unnecessary duplicates, in just a couple of minutes? Then ma...

27 July 2009
07:01 GMT

Video Conversion to MP4

Apple took over the world and revolutionized it with the release of its iPod series and later on with the launch of the hype-inducing iPhone. Soon after that, software products ready to benefit from the success of the mac-producing company began to pop up. Converters needed to add yet another parameter to their menus...

24 July 2009
06:51 GMT

Apple's iPod classic Suffocated by iPod touch and iPhone

When announcing the financial results for the third quarter of the financial year 2009, Apple also stated that its iPod had seen less traction on the market compared to the same period a year before. This was the first time when the company posted decline in the sales of the product, and it seems that the results wer...

23 July 2009
06:21 GMT

Green All The Way with Wooden iPod Case

With Apple striving to meet Greenpeace standards in removing all toxic and non-recyclable materials from its products, the iPod maker could well use a guy like Josh Darrah on its team of designers. The Australian graphic designer going by the screen name of jozaeh on flickr has created an iPod mini case almost entire...

9 July 2009
05:41 GMT

Apple Testing Apps on iPod 3,1 Hardware, Pinch Media Claims

Pinch Media is a company that tracks application usage on iPhone and iPod and was likely the first to spot Apple testing the iPhone 3G S with apps accessing the Internet before it was released. Similarly, Pinch Media has now collected the model number of a new iPod appearing in the company’s version reporting. ...

8 July 2009
06:46 GMT

3.0 IPSW for iPod touch Free Download Available

AriX, a guy who helped “the amazing Geohot” release his Purplera1n iPhone 3Gs jailbreak for Mac OS X, claims to have written a script that generates a URL to the 3.0 IPSW for the iPod touch for free download. Apple only allows iPod touch owners to download and install the new software after confirming the...

6 July 2009
03:33 GMT

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 their retail packaging. ...

3 July 2009
08:31 GMT

Download iPod Access Photo 1.7 - Supports iPhone OS 3.0

iPod Access Photo, the premier application for copying photos from your iPod or iPhone to your Mac, has reached version 1.7. Adding support for iPhone OS 3.0, iTunes 8.2, and improved support for Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, the new release is a free update for previous users – just download and install! “Need t...

2 July 2009
10:54 GMT

Floola 5.2 Adds iTunes 8.2 Compatibility

Floola is a free application designed to manage your iPod and / or cell phone efficiently. Supporting commonly used iPod features including artwork, podcasts and smart playlists, Floola works on any Windows (98 and above), any Mac, and any Linux distribution with GTK installed. It's portable, so you can put the ...

19 June 2009
09:14 GMT

iPod touch Software Update 3.0

On June 17, Apple will be releasing iPhone OS 3.0, a major update to the operating system used by both the iPhone, and the iPod touch. While iPhone owners benefit from a free upgrade to the new OS, iPod touch users will have to pay the usual $9.95 fee, for a number of added features. “When you get the new iPho...

15 June 2009
15:18 GMT

Speck Intros TechStyle Case for iPod Shuffle

Speck, a company that specializes in the production of bags and packs, claims to have come up with a solution to eliminate the risks of scratching, damaging or losing your tiny Apple player. The durable and lightweight TechStyle Case, built exclusively for the 2nd- and 3rd-generation iPod, also frees users from the h...

28 May 2009
06:39 GMT

Your iPod Can 'Shock' You, Says Apple

Apple has posted a support document online signaling that it is possible to receive a small and quick electrical (static) shock from your earbuds while listening to your iPod or iPhone. The company stresses that this issue is similar to “dragging your feet across a carpet and receiving a static shock by touchin...

19 May 2009
08:41 GMT

Zune Pass vs. iTunes, the $30,000 Difference Is Just the Start

Microsoft has been little shy of slapping Apple over the cost of Mac computers in comparison with PCs, and the software giant shows no signs of stopping. Furthermore, it seems that the tactic is by no means limited to Macs vs PCs, and that marketing campaigns for other products are getting “infected.” The...

12 May 2009
09:00 GMT

Download New Floola 5.1 Beta – Free iPod File Manager

Floola, the free application designed to efficiently manage your iPod and / or Motorola phone, has just received a maintenance update. Floola supports commonly used iPod features, including artwork, podcasts and smart playlists, and works on any Windows (98 and above), any Mac, and any Linux distribution with GTK ins...

11 May 2009
06:55 GMT

Apple Releases Free VoiceOver Kit 1.01 for 3G Shuffle

Apple has released a 17MB VoiceOver Kit (update), which fixes pronunciation and stability issues with the new, third-generation iPod shuffle. According to several sources, the update also brings a slew of minor bug fixes for minor issues, yet Apple does not specifically document the changes. The update is available s...

11 April 2009
07:59 GMT

Download New Macvide iPod Converter 2.4

Users of Macvide's useful conversion utility for Mac OS X, iPod Converter, should be glad to learn that the company has just updated the software to version 2.4. The release is a maintenance update, which existing users are encouraged to download and install.Macvide iPod Converter can convert video and audio fil...

9 April 2009
06:44 GMT

iPod Scammer 'Too Smart' to Do Prison Time

A Michigan-based scammer who illegally acquired more than 9,000 replacement iPod shuffles now faces prison, as several reports indicate. Nicholas Woodhams has pleaded guilty to fraud and money laundering scheme and is to be sentenced August 25, 2009. The story, however, has quite a few twists.According to The In...

8 April 2009
09:19 GMT

President Obama Equips Queen Elizabeth with an iPod

US President Barack Obama has been mighty thoughtful on his visit to the Queen of England, bringing Queen Elizabeth II an iPod loaded with lots of great stuff as a present. The Queen, on her part, gave the President a silver-framed signed photograph of herself and the Duke of Edinburgh.An NME report says that Preside...

3 April 2009
12:01 GMT

Apple Deals – iPod touch Now $159.00

Care to tap into some of those 25,000 apps currently living in the App Store? Why not start with this refurbished iPod touch? The device has undergone Apple's stringent refurbishment process to begin selling for $209.00. The same iPod touch now costs $50 less - $159.00. Grab one!As Apple fans should know, a bran...

23 March 2009
09:23 GMT

Software Update 1.0.1 Available for 3G iPod shuffle

Apple has released Software Update 1.0.1 for owners of the third generation iPod shuffle launched last week. The update delivers minor bug fixes, according to the short release notes, while no noticeable changes have yet been reported. Users can update their iPod shuffle 3G Software version by connecting their device...

19 March 2009
03:58 GMT

How to Update iPod shuffle Using Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Mac OS X

Addressing users of an iPod shuffle (1st and 2nd generation), or iPod shuffle (3rd generation), Apple has updated its Support section with new information on how to update your player's software.Apple outlines that it is very important to understand the difference between "update" and "restore.” Failing to...

17 March 2009
09:46 GMT

Dexim Intros Compact Sync Adapter for 3G shuffle

The new iPod shuffle (third generation) ships with its own sync & charge solution provided by Apple. The accessory is a USB cable a few inches long, while Apple claims that third-party vendors produce longer cables. The people at Dexim, however, see things differently – no cord, just a compact adapter with a US...

17 March 2009
06:22 GMT

Chip Confirmed Inside 3G shuffle Headphones

Clearly Apple doesn't like the buzz circling the web about its new shuffle's headphones, but this is what you get when you try to have full control over 3rd party accessories. According to several reports, a chip found inside the three-button remote controller on the headphone cable has been confirmed by Ap...

17 March 2009
04:42 GMT

Apple Talks iPod shuffle Headphone Compatibility

Apple's latest released iPod has received mixed reviews. The negative talk surrounding the new device is, of course, tied to the fact that owners are locked into the headphones provided by Apple. Headphones, as every MP3 player owner knows, break, may not fit right, and almost always need to be replaced.Those wh...

17 March 2009
03:58 GMT

About the New iPod shuffle Accessories

Surely some of you fell in love with the 3rd generation shuffle the instant Apple's site was updated with imagery of the new product. For those who are looking to grab one ASAP, or already have, Apple has a few more pieces of information to share, such as where to get a longer USB cable for the small player, or ...

12 March 2009
10:14 GMT

Apple Posts iPod shuffle (3rd gen) Guides, Tutorials

Apple touts its third generation iPod shuffle as “the world’s smallest music player.” The device is nearly half the size of the previous model - significantly smaller than an AA battery, Apple says - and is able to hold up to 1,000 songs thanks to the 4GB of memory it boasts. As soon as it introduce...

12 March 2009
08:00 GMT

Apple Launches the iPod That 'Talks to You'

As expected, Apple's online store is back up featuring a new iPod shuffle that sports a fresh design, as well as fresh features. We did expect the 4GB storage capacity, but we didn't expect the new look, and certainly not the VoiceOver capabilities.Apple touts this third generation iPod shuffle as “th...

11 March 2009
09:35 GMT

Apple Store Down – New iPods Rumored [UPDATED]

Apple has taken its online store down for a quick updating of its listings. Word on the web is that Apple's new products are 4GB iPod shuffles in several fresh colors. The current model is available in five colors and comes with a maximum 2GB of storage for $69.A post over at MacRumors cites “one sour...

11 March 2009
07:48 GMT

Gates Bans iPods and iPhones from His Home

You would think that being the offspring of a multi-billionaire, and a man who has spent more than a decade in the no. 1 position of the world's most affluent businessmen, would by synonymous with having everything you want. Well, you would be wrong. Bill Gates has banned iPods and iPhones from his home, a mansi...

3 March 2009
05:32 GMT

The DSi Isn't Competing with Cell Phones or the iPod, Says Nintendo

Handheld gaming has seen a massive surge in popularity and profitability in recent times, as more and more companies are starting to see the importance that mobile gaming has with most people. But while the dedicated portable consoles like the DS or PSP are holding their own, cell phones and most importantly Apple�...

2 March 2009
15:01 GMT

Teens Shot for Their iPods

Two brothers, aged 18 and 19, were outside a McDonald's in Neasden, North West London, on Saturday night socializing with three friends when they were approached by five younger individuals. The gang demanded their iPods and cell phones, pulling a gun on them in the process. The two brothers were shot  afte...

18 February 2009
06:20 GMT

Apple Announces Valentine’s Engravings

As every year goes, Apple is now encouraging its customers to pick out an iPod and have it engraved for their loved one, in anticipation of Valentine’s Day. Customers can decide on cool engravings created by Apple that they simply cannot miss, or they can custom order one with their own words. The service is fr...

9 February 2009
02:59 GMT

Save $30 on New 4G iPod Nanos

Apple's never-ending supply of refurbs now includes the newest of iPods available - the new model iPod shuffle, with intensely colorful anodized aluminum, as well as the new 4G iPod nano, the prettiest iPod available in 8GB and 16GB variants.Refurbished iPod shuffle 1GB - GreenThe 1GB shuffle holds up to 240 son...

2 February 2009
03:40 GMT

Engineer Invents 'iPod cube' with Accelerometer

A Japanese engineer has crafted an MP3 player (bearing an Apple logo) shaped like a cube. The player isn't strange because it's a cube, but because it has no mechanical controls whatsoever.The device could very well sit on a shelf next to Apple's iPods thanks to a sleek design and ingenious functionali...

29 January 2009
09:49 GMT

Comfortable iPod-PC Sync

iPods have grown in popularity so much that other developers have borrowed the idea and released new portable devices for both listening to music as well as viewing video files. An iPod is no longer a trend as it used to be, it has exceeded the level of a standard and reached the stage of necessity for every teen the...

28 January 2009
01:11 GMT

Download New Floola 4.6 (Free)

iPod users, listen up! Floola has just been updated, adding nine changes in total. The free application is designed to manage your iPod or Motorola mobile phone efficiently, supporting common used iPod features including artwork, podcasts and smart playlists. As long as your device supports Apple's iTunes, you ...

20 January 2009
08:42 GMT

Nero Expands 'Move it' Mobile Device Support

Through a recent update that comes at no additional cost for the owners of Move it, Nero adds support for some of the most popular portable devices. T-Mobile G1, the BlackBerry smartphones, Apple iPhone 3G and the iPod multimedia players are only some of the gadgets that are now supported by Move it. More than that, ...

16 January 2009
12:18 GMT

Charge Your iPod by Simply Going for a Walk

A new green device, presented last week at the Consumers Electronics Show (CES) 2009, is capable of supplying 100 percent renewable electricity to iPods, cell phones, and other such mobile devices, via the use of electromagnetic induction. Basically, by simply walking, users can get a full charge on their gadgets in ...

12 January 2009
03:20 GMT

Apple Posts World AIDS Dec. 1 Announcement

Apple has posted a banner on the “frontmost” page of its website, announcing that World AIDS Day is December 1. Those considering to “play a part” are encouraged to purchase (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition iPod models and iTunes Gift Cards. Apple, for its part, will give a piece of the proceeds ...

1 December 2008
03:46 GMT

RoadTrip with Smart Scan for the iPhone

We all know that the iPhone phenomenon hasn't had the last word yet – actually, it is probably not even half way there yet. Although many have been “protesting” for some time that the over-advertising of this device has gone beyond any imaginable limit, Apple has no plans of stopping from impro...

25 November 2008
04:10 GMT

Quick Tip - Avoiding Hearing Damage When Using Your iPod

It is all too well known that listening to music at a very high volume level can damage your ears. This doesn't just happen over night. You may feel no difference as time passes, but rest assured, your hearing will suffer some damage, should you always listen at max volume level. This is why it is very important...

20 November 2008
10:32 GMT

The Word of God Goes Digital, Sinners Beware

We live in a digital world, where huge amounts of information in electronic format are transferred and used on a daily basis (even the article you'll be reading as follows falls in this category). Given these circumstances, it's no wonder that the digital environment is the best possible solution to deliver...

28 October 2008
17:21 GMT


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