News Archive for 07/08/15

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iLive "Studio Series"

08/15, 3:45pm

iLive adds to high-end iPod line

iLive, the manufacturer of a number of iPod accessories including several boombox and portable radio sets, will soon unveil additions to its "Studio Series" line of high-end iPod add-ons that are purportedly a step up in terms of industrial design and sound quality relative to current offerings from the company. Members of the new line include the iHT8817DT DVD Home Theater System with 5.1 surround sound, an on-board, slot-loading HDMI DVD player and a motorized iPod docking drawer. This fully self-contained home theater system will be available in October and features SRS HD4 for home theater and plays audio with True 3D sound enhancement and SRS TruBass. It also includes AM/FM radio, powered iPod dock and audio/video inputs. Prices will range from $100 to $500 for the Studio Series line, though specific pricing for the iHT8817DT has not yet been announced.

HybridShell for iPod nano

08/15, 3:30pm

DLO unveils HybridShell for iPod nano

Digital Lifestyle Outfitters has taken the wraps off its newest case for the iPod nano: the HybridShell. The case sports a crystal clear, polycarbonate front with a textured rubber back. Its silicone backing provides a no-slip finish and the clear plastic front allows viewing of the nano's screen. DLO officials said "Featuring the same snap-on backing as previous DLO nano shells, the HybridShell is simple to put on, protective, and leaves the bottom of the case open for easy docking access. It also features a beveled opening for easy access to the click wheel, as well as hold switch access at the top.  With the DLO HybridShell, you always have access and control, all without taking your nano out of its protective case." The case is available immediately for $15.

Choloe Dao for iPods

08/15, 1:50pm

Chloe Dao collection for iPods, iPhones

Fashion designer Chloe Dao has teamed up with Pacific Design to announce the launch of a new collection of cases for mobile devices, including the iPhone. Chloe Dao is the winner of "Project Runway" Season 2. The collection includes Apple iPhone cases, Apple iPod cases for nano and Video, as well as Motorola RAZR cases, universal cell phone cases, laptop portfolios, DVD cases and a mobile technology handbag. There are three Chloe Dao fashion prints to choose from: Retro, a bright psychedelic floral; Small heels, a houndstooth pattern made up of white stiletto heels; and Pinstripe, a unisex print.

Widgetbox for iTunes

08/15, 1:15pm

Widgetbox Showcase for iTunes debuts

Widgetbox has added Widgetbox Showcase for iTunes to its online widget marketplace. Widgetbox Showcase for iTunes allows users to network with one another using iTunes-related Web widgets for sharing music and movie tastes via the internet. My iTunes widgets serve to share top reviews, favorite artists, new music, movies, and TV shows from the iTunes Store. The widgets reflect the way iTunes is used, so each one is unique like the user's taste in music and movies. My iTunes feeds are also usable with any standard feed reader, keeping Web pages up to date with music and TV shows from the iTunes Store.

Dolet 4 adds MusicXML 2.0

08/15, 11:50am

Dolet 4 adds MusicXML 2.0

Recordare has released the fourth version of Dolet, a plug-in for the company's Finale music notation software. Dolet translates files for other music notation programs; version 4 now reads and creates MusicXML 2.0 files, in theory providing the best translation possible through improved formatting, media support and file compression. To speed up the process of converting sheet music files, the plug-in now allows batch processing. Dolet 4 requires Finale 2000 or later and is a Universal Binary; to run on an Intel Mac, users must have Finale 2007 or higher. The app is $150 new or $100 as an upgrade from Dolet 3.

Waterproof Shuffle case

08/15, 1:15am

Waterproof case for iPod Shuffle

H2O Audio has announced the iS2, the first waterproof case designed exclusively for the latest iPod Shuffle. The case is rated for unlimited submersion at 10ft and provides impact protection for rugged conditions. A patented control pad is built in to the iS2's waterproof case and provides full access to the Shuffle's controls, even while submerged underwater. There is also a sport armband that is designed to fit most arm sizes, and it is fully compatible with the patented H2O Audio Underwater headphones (sold separately) and also works with any standard headphones. The case is priced at $40.