News Archive for 05/12/09

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EzGear debuts ezArmor nano

12/09, 2:30pm

EzGear's ezArmor aluminum iPod nano case

EzGear today introduced ezArmor nano, its protective case for iPod nano made from 100 percent anodized aircraft grade aluminum. The case is precision molded, designed to perfectly fit the profile of the iPod while protecting the device against scratching, shocks, and collisions. A clear protective screen and a clickwheel cutout offer unfettered access to the digital music player while it rests in the case, while a neoprene lining holds the iPod securely in place. The ezArmor nano ships with a removable belt clip and neck strap, and is available in standard aluminum or Onyx black (shown at right) for $30.

Apple, Sirius partnership

12/09, 9:55am

Apple, Sirius talk possible partnership

Sirius Satellite Radio's CEO Mel Karmazin recently spoke with Apple's CEO Steve Jobs about working together [subscription required], though such an agreement is "unlikely" according to one Sirius executive. Sirius chief financial officer David Frear yesterday at a media conference in New York said that Sirius's technology duplicates some of the functions of Apple's iPod music player, which may make any partnership unlikely, according to the New York Post. The S50 portable satellite radio from Sirius that was introduced earlier this year allows customers to download media, and provides fast-forward and rewind capabilities. The device also stores music files, posing a key threat to Apple's digital-music dominance and would lower profits for music labels. "The combination of MP3 functionality and satellite is complementary," Frear said at the conference.

HouseParty in black

12/09, 9:05am

PodGear offers HouseParty in black

PodGear today launched a black limited edition version of HouseParty, its iPod-based stereo speaker system. Designed to sync, charge, and playback music from a variety of iPods, the mini system delivers 2x6W of stereo sound. "HouseParty offers a total solution for any recent iPod. As well as great sound, it will charge your iPod (3G, 4G/Photo, 5G/Video), iPod mini, iPod nano or iPod Shuffle, and even enables synchronisation with your computer over USB." The system includes support for the Shuffle, Mini, Nano, and 20GB iPod via included adapters. It also features a USB port for syncing the iPod with a PC, auxillary line-in input for attaching other music devices, and "funky blue LEDs" to light up the iPod. The £50 system is available in white as well.

Burton Audex jacket

12/09, 8:55am

Burton jacket supports Bluetooth, iPod

Motorola and Burton Snowboards today announced their new Bluetooth-enabled Audex Jacket Series. The new Audex jacket allows winter sports enthusiasts to control any Bluetooth phone (wirelessly) and iPod (wired) using a special 'control panel'. Jointly developed by Motorola and Burton to bring "wearable technology" to active consumers, the jacket is designed for both amateur rider or professional users. "The Audex jacket line is a combination of Bluetooth Wireless technology from Motorola and Burton snowboarding gear, resulting in outerwear that acts as the control center for handsfree communication and entertainment while on the slopes ... or wherever a consumer may go." It is available starting at $600.

Black iTrip, PowerBlock

12/09, 8:20am

Griffin debuts black iTrip, PowerBlock charger

Griffin Technology today announced that its updated iTrip (pictured at right) is now available in black to match the new black iPods and debuted a new wall charger for all iPods. Compatible with all full-sized dock connector iPods (and made especially with the newest fifth-generation black iPod with video in mind), the new iTrip offers superior performance and innovative features, including a large, easy to read backlit LCD screen makes setting its digital tuner easy and intuitive. It also features a convenient switch on the side of the iTrip to select a broadcast frequency. The device remembers its settings for convenience to help reduce the number of times a user has to adjust the frequency. The compact, self-contained design is compatible with the iPod photo, iPod U2, and third-, fourth-, and fifth-generation iPods. It is available for $50.