News Archive for 06/09/12

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iTunes 7 feature overview

09/12, 7:00pm

iTunes 7: reverse sync, CoverFlow, skip count

Apple today added several new features to its iTunes 7 jukebox software, including more navigational views, new auto-sync between authorized computers, integrated iPod management, and other minor feature additions. iTunes 7, which requires the recently released QuickTime 7.1.3 to display the new higher-resolution TV shows/videos/films sold through the digital music store, adds three distinct views for navigating through music, including Cover Flow technology, which it recently purchased. Coverflow allows users to flip through all your cover art just as you would a shelf full of CDs, DVDs, or books. More importantly, users can now sync between computers that are authorized for playback, allowing users to easily maintain your music collections on multiple computers. Called 'reverse syncing,' the software allows users to sync purchased iTunes content only from their Mac to the iPod and back to another Mac--this only works for the up to five Macs that are authorized for music playback.

NuPower iPod battery

09/12, 3:35pm

Newer ships replacement 4G iPod battery

Newer Technology today introduced the NuPower 1350mAh Lithium-Polymer replacement battery for iPod 4G 40GB and all iPod Photo models. Priced at $30, the NuPower 1350mAh is billed as "the highest capacity replacement battery ever" for the fourth-generation ("4G") 40GB and Photo iPods and delivers up to 150 percent more run time than the original stock battery. Using the same proven Lithium-Polymer technology as original Apple batteries, the NuPower 1350mAh includes everything needed to add longer playtime to iPod 4G 40GB and Photo (30, 40, or 60GB) models including non-abrasive nylon installation tools and free, online step-by-step installation videos. All NuPower iPod replacement batteries are backed by a solid one-year warranty. Installation service through NewerTech primary source distributor Other World Computing also is available for $39 with a 72-hour (business day) turnaround time.

Bluetooth Nano adapter

09/12, 3:20pm

Anycom's Bluetooth Nano adapter

Anycom today announced BluNa, a Bluetooth adapter designed for Apple's iPod nano that allows users to listen to music wirelessly. The adapter weighs less than 10 grams, and works with Bluetooth stereo headphones to stream high quality audio while connected to a Bluetooth mobile phone. Users can pair the device with Bluetooth-enabled speakers, and can use a Protocol Stack supporting the A2DP-Sink profile to transmit digital music to a computer within 30 feet. The BluNa is available for $120.

iTunes adds NFL highlights

09/12, 2:50pm

Apple adds NFL highlights to iTunes

Apple and the National Football League (NFL) today announced that they will bring 2006 NFL regular season action to the iTunes Music Store, offering video downloads of highlights from individual NFL games the day after they are played. Football fans will be able to download highlights of each NFL regular season game for $1.99 per game. Fans can purchase a "Follow Your Team" Season Pass for $24.99 and have game clips from their favorite teams delivered automatically as they become available for viewing on a computer or iPod. NFL fans will also be able to download NFL Network's NFL GameDay, hosted by Rich Eisen with Steve Mariucci and Deion Sanders. The Sunday night wrap-up show offers comprehensive NFL coverage with highlights from every NFL game plus post-game reaction and expert analysis, priced at $1.99 per show or $19.99 for a full season.

80GB video iPod debuts

09/12, 2:45pm

Apple's debuts 80GB video iPod

Apple today introduced the new iPod video, which features a 60 percent brighter and more vibrant 2.5-inch color display for watching TV shows and now Hollywood movies. The new iPod integrates with iTunes 7 and the iTunes Store, which now includes over 75 Hollywood movies, 220 television shows and popular video games designed specifically for the fifth generation iPod. Apple said that the 30GB model features up to 14 hours of battery life for music playback and up to three and a half hours of video playback, and the 80GB model features up to 20 hours of battery life for music playback and six and a half hours of video playback. The new iPod is available in a 30GB model at the new lower price of $249 and an 80GB model, which holds up to 20,000 songs or 100 hours of video, for $349.

New smaller iPod shuffle

09/12, 2:40pm

Apple debuts smaller 1GB iPod shuffle

Apple today introduced the new iPod shuffle, which it calls the world's smallest digital music player. Nearly half the size of the original, the new iPod shuffle is just half a cubic inch in volume, weighs just half an ounce and features a stunning all-new aluminum design and a built-in clip. The new iPod shuffle contains one gigabyte of flash memory, which holds up to 240 songs, and is available for $79. "It's hard to believe the new iPod is a real music player when you first see it," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "But it is real, and holds up to 240 songs in an incredibly compact and wearable design that weighs just half an ounce." The iPod shuffle features up to 12 hours of battery life and can be connected to a Mac or PC with the included dock. The new iPod shuffle is expected to be available worldwide in October. [images included]

Apple's new iPod nano

09/12, 2:25pm

Apple's new larger iPod nanos in colors

Apple today introduced the all-new iPod nano with a new aluminum body, 24 hours of battery life and more than twice the music capacity for the same price as the previous generation. The new iPod nano features Apple's Click Wheel and an even smaller, thinner and lighter design available in silver, pink, green, blue and black. "iPod nano is the world's most popular digital music player, and we've completely redesigned it to make it even better," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "The all-new iPod nano gives music fans more of what they love in their iPods -- twice the storage capacity at the same price, an incredible 24 hour battery life and a gorgeous aluminum design in five brilliant colors." The new iPod nano models are now available through the Apple Store for $149 for 2GB iPod nano model (sliver); $199 for the 4GB models (silver, pink, green and blue) and $249 for the new 8GB model (black). All iPod nano models include redesigned earbud headphones providing improved comfort, fit and sound quality, and a USB 2.0 cable. [images included]

Harman Kardon speakers

09/12, 12:50pm

Harman Kardon unveils iPod speakers

Harman Kardon today announced several new iPod and speaker systems, two of which are smaller versions of existing systems. The JBL Micro Radial reduces the size of the desktop Radial iPod speakers and lowers the price to $150, while the battery-powered JBL On Stage Micro -- priced at $100 -- is more affordable and portable than the earlier On Stage II, according to Electronista. Two other speakers share a completely new desktop 2.1-speaker design as their foundation, including the $130 JBL Spot that uses a mushroom-shaped subwoofer as well as satellites featuring various colored replaceable shells; the JBL Spyro -- priced at $130 -- shares the same subwoofer but exchanges customization for unique flower-shaped satellites. For an image gallery, visit the Electronista report. [corrected pricing]

PodDress ships Nano case

09/12, 10:45am

PodDress ships embroidered Nano case

PodDress.com has unveiled PodDress, an embroidered case for iPod nano that easily attaches to any textile fabric. Users can iron the case onto a T-shirt, jeans, or other apparel for a fixed carrying solution, or use the case as a standalone pouch. PodDress is available in sets of three with various colors, and as a Swarsovski special edition featuring hundreds of crystals. All versions of PodDress are priced at €30. [images included]

iTMS goes offline

09/12, 9:05am

Apple Store, iTunes go offline [u]

Ahead of Apple's special "Showtme" event this morning in San Francisco, Apple's iTunes Music Store and its online Apple Store is offline. Analysts expect announcements related to iTunes, Apple's rumored movie store, and more. When users click on iTune Music Store link, a message appears in the user's browser saying "It's Showtime. The iTunes Store is being updated," while Apple's online store says "We are busy updating the store for you and will be back within the hour." [updated] (Editor's note: As many have pointed out the previously noted 'iTunes Video' links on several international sites had 'movie trailers' embedded into link, likely indicating that they were simplying pointing to the trailers of those movies.)

iTunes-enabled RAZR

09/12, 8:55am

Cingular launches iTunes-enabled RAZR

Cingular on Tuesday launched its latest iTunes phone, the new MOTORAZR v3i. Like its predecessors, the MOTOROKR E1 and the MOTOSLVR L7, the MOTORAZR v3i is a Cingular exclusive handset featuring iTunes: "To date, Cingular remains the first and only carrier in the United States to offer a phone with iTunes," said David Christopher, vice president of product management, Cingular Wireless. "The Motorola RAZR is one of our most popular handsets and, with the addition of iTunes, we are thrilled to offer Cingular customers yet another great device that addresses both their communication and entertainment needs while on the go." Fashionably colored Silver Quartz, the phone allows users to transfer their favorite iTunes collections from the PC to the wireless phone using the included pre-installed 512MB MicroSD card, a power charger, USB cable, stereo headset, 3.5 MM headset adapter, and desktop iTunes software. The MOTORAZR v3i, announced last year for several countries, is available exclusively in the U.S. through select Cingular Wireless retail locations or online for $250 with a two-year service agreement and after a $50 mail-in rebate. Apple has also highlighted the new iTunes phone on its website.