News Archive for 05/12/16

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Trendy Shield sleeves debut for iPod

12/16, 6:10pm

Trendy Shields sleeves

Trendy Geek's today announced its film sleeves for the iPod called Trendy Shields, which it says keep the player clean and scratch-free without "camouflaging the iPod's elegance." Trendy Shields (previously known as Pod Shields) are now available for Apple's iPod video--both the 30GB and 60GB models--and the iPod nano. The transparent Trendy Shields are made of a thin material that adheres perfectly to the iPod. Unlike earlier versions, Trendy Shields now provide complete coverage for the front and back of each specific player. The company says that the protective film sleeves leave no sticky glue or residue. Each Trendy Shield kit ($13) contains three protectors (6 pieces all together) and fits a variety of iPod models.

Free holiday videos for PCs, iPods

12/16, 5:55pm

Free holiday videos

4Flix.Net has announced that dozens of Christmas movies, cartoons and television shows are available for download to both personal computers and the iPod video. A selection of shorter titles are available at no cost, allowing consumers to freely add classic holiday video content to their new video iPods while sampling the high quality of 4Flix.Net's advanced video encoding. Visitors can also subscribe to a free video podcast featuring Christmas videos throughout the month of December. Prices for the remaining catalog of available works match the iTunes Music Store's introductory price of $2 each.

President Bush discloses iPod playlist

12/16, 2:00pm

President discusses iPod

President George Bush yesterday discussed the contents of his iPod in greater detail with Sky News, noting various artists as he toyed with Apple's "high tech stuff." The Commander In-Chief perused his selections, listing the Beach Boys, the Beatles, Aretha Franklin, and "Dan" McLean as favored artists, among others. One bystander quickly corrected the president, reminding him that Don, not Dan, was the artist who sang "American Pie." Bush remarked that "Bono came in and dropped his new iPod on me," comparing his older device to the lead singer of U2's iPod nano. "This is a clunker compared to the newer version," Bush said. The president failed to mention whether Bono's singing with U2 is among his selections, according to InformationWeek. Bush also took time to mention that his iPod "can shuffle the shuffle."

YamiPod helps manage iPod content

12/16, 11:50am

YamiPod 0.89 released

Yamipod.com has released YamiPod 0.89, a freeware application designed to efficiently manage Apple's iPod under Mac OS X, Windows and Linux. The software requires no installation, and can be run directly from the iPod. Features include the ability to remove duplicated tracks and to find lost music files, as well as PC to iPod synchronization. The update also offers the ability to create and edit notes with Unicode support, news RSS, and podcasts to iPod uploading. YamiPod can copy MP3 and AAC files to/from the iPod, and offers read/write access to MP3 ID3 and AAC data. The software includes playlist on-the-go support, and the ability to import/export PLS and M3U formatted playlists. The application also offers full Unicode support, automatic downloading of new versions, two restore features, two search features, and more. YamiPod 0.89 requires Mac OS X 10.2 or later, and is available for download from yamipod.com.

MS reorganizes to take on Apple, others

12/16, 11:15am

MS consolidates businesses

Microsoft has reorganized its business groups in an effort to better face the challenges of the digital entertainment industry and compete better with Apple's iTunes Music Store. Apple has ruled the digital music industry since its inception, and Microsoft has been eager to take a slice of Apple's pie every step of the way. The company has shuffled executives from its successful Xbox division to the company's now consolidated music, TV, and video businesses in a better effort to unify strategy and products among its vast offerings, according to BusinessWeek online. The announcement comes one day after MTV and Microsoft announced a partnership which will integrate MTV's URGE music service with Microsoft's Windows Media Player. According to the report, the new team has considered building its own iPod-killer, but worries that doing so could drive Microsoft's partners out of the market and limit consumer choice.

Griffin ships AirClick for new iPods

12/16, 8:45am

AirClick for new iPods

Griffin Technology today announced that AirClick remote with Dock Connector, is now shipping. Unlike conventional remotes, the AirClick Remote uses RF technology that allows users to control their iPod from up to 60 ft. away. "Users are not required to have 'line of sight' for it to work... RF signals also pass through walls, so you can control your iPod throughout your home. It also will enable the 5th Generation iPod with video to control video playback." Each AirClick package ships with a remote, a receiver that mounts to the iPod, and a convenient remote cradle and straps. The small remote control features five buttons for play, next/previous track, volume up/down. It also has a hold switch, mimicking that of the iPod. A handy clip on the back provides instant access while jogging, cycling or chilling on the couch. It is available now for $40 and is designed for all standard iPods with a dock connector.