Install Linux on the iPod nano

ThePlaceforitAll.com has posted instructions for installing Linux onto Apple's iPod nano, providing video-playback capability in full-color with new movie support in iPod Linux. Detailed instructions denote each step of the process, providing graphic illustrations where necessary to complete the installation process. Earlier this month, iPodNN noted that iDoom offers support for the Nano in full color, providing the Nano has iPod Linux installed.

DLO ships PodFolio Deluxe case for 5G iPods

Digital Lifestyle Outfitters (DLO) today began shipping the PodFolio Deluxe Leather Case for fifth-generation iPods. The case is crafted from hand-stitched supple leather, features a padded protective flip cover, a leather-covered sewn-in belt clip, and play-through access that exposes the controls of the video iPod without removing it from the case. PodFolio for video iPod is specifically designed to protect the glass finish surface of the new iPods from scratches or dings, and the padded flip cover has a pocket inside that is perfect for storing an ID or business cards. The PodFolio Deluxe for fifth-generation iPods is available for $30.

Smaller iPod shuffle coming in colors?

Apple may introduce a new iPod shuffle--smaller than a pack of gum--and possibly in multiple colors as early as January. American Technology Research analyst Shaw Wu said Apple's preparation for the product refresh was probably behind its recent move to add Hynix as a third supplier of NAND flash memory chips, according to a report from AppleInsider. Wu believes storage capacities and price points will remain similar to current offerings, according to the report. American Technology Research maintained its "Buy" rating for Apple with a price target of $66 for the company.

Podner 1.1 features batch processing mode

Splasm Software today released Podner 1.1, a free update to its iPod video formatting tool. Version 1.1 features a batch processing mode, enabling users to drag files to the Podner window, tweak the settings for each file, start the batch, and proceed to another task. Additional enhancements include support for non-square pixel aspect ratios--such as 720x480 DV source material--support for MPEG muxed audio in QuickTime reference movies, automatic software update checking, some bug fixes, and more. The processed movie files show up in iTunes, ready for the next iPod sync. Podner 1.1 requires Mac OS X 10.4, and is available for $10.

Briefly: MacNN reviews; NBC P2P; jewel clip

In brief: MacNN has reviewed the invisibleSHIELD for iPod ($25, shown at right), Protective Solutions' protective case manufactured from a material developed to protect helicopter blades.... MacNN also reviewed ConceptDraw MINDMAP 4 ($200), CS Odessa's mind mapping software.... Tunewear today announced jewel clip ($50), a "charming" heart-style cable winder for the iPod and other portable audio players.... zCover today announced its gloveOne series ($35) of fashionable silicone protective cases for the Motorola ROKR iTunes phone.... Thought Equity today released iPod demo reels for free download.... Fondantfancies.com has unveiled Thrupp 1.2 ($15), an update to its application that lets iTunes users sync their library to any kind of MP3 player.... Diversified Multimedia has released the Video Vault ($40) for Microsoft Windows users, its new software that transfers video and DVD files from a computer to an iPod.

Apple offers refurb Power Macs, iPods

Apple has added more refurb Power Mac G5s to its Apple Store. The single-processor 1.8GHz G5 is $1,100, while a refurbished dual-2GHz is $1,550, and the refurb dual-2.3GHz is $2,000. Both the 23- and 30-inch models of refurbished Apple Cinema Displays are available for $1,100 and $2,100, respectively. Apple's AirPort Express for streaming music from your Mac to a stereo system or speakers, is also available again for $100 (along with refurb AirPort Extreme cards for $70). Apple-certified iPod minis are available in silver, pink, blue, and green for $200, while a 40GB Refurbished iPod with Dock Connector is $270 (with FireWire cable) and a 30GB color iPod is $250.

NBC Universal to offer movies via P2P

The market for purchasing digital video online is heating up. Following Apple's ground-breaking deal to offer ABC television content via iTunes and AOL's deal to distribute Time Warner content online, NBC Universal said it plans to distribute full-length movies through the peer-to-peer file-sharing service Peer Impact. Due in the Spring of 2006, the service will offer 24-hour access to new and archived films for an as yet undecided price, according to the report. The service would offer Universal's movides 30-45 days after they became available on DVD, by which time they would already be available via cable-on-demand services. While the deal will include some NBC television specials, Peer Impact will not distribute primetime television content, leaving some to speculate that NBC may be looking to more mainstream services, such as iTunes.

Tunewear offers jewel clip cable winder

Tunewear today announced jewel clip, a "charming" heart-style cable winder for the iPod and other portable audio players. jewel clip is a new cable winder finished with beautiful rhinestones; it allows you to wind up excess cable to the length you like. "Clip it to your collar or lapel and use jewel clip as a broach or clip it to the pocket of your jeans or a belt for a more casual style. jewel clip is more that just a great fashion item. It is also very useful. There are two different sized stopper holes at the top and bottom of the clip to hold your cable so that it doesn't come unwound." jewel lip is available in white and pink and will ship in December for $50.

zCover debuts gloveOne case for ROKR phone

zCover today announced its gloveOne series of fashionable silicone protective cases for the Motorola ROKR iTunes phone. zCover bundles a protective case and a newly designed removable rotary one-button-release cell phone belt clip. "The gloveOne stylish and contoured design allows you to show off your unique personality and provides serious protection from scratching the surface of your ROKR. Along with being shock-absorbing and tear-resistant, zCover gloveOne cases, paired with the zCover unique Flipper-Lens-Cover and 0.6mm ultra-thin keypad skin protector will protect all around of your ROKR and leaves full access to the screen." The Tech Series includes four translucent tech-color silicone cases: Tech Gray, Tech Blue, Tech Pink, and ice-Clear. The gloveOne case for Motorola ROKR E1 and Motorola E398 is available for $35.