News Archive for 07/10/10

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iPod-related accessories

10/10, 7:20pm

USBFever unveils iPod-related accessories

USBFever.com today began shipping a new iPod/iPhone FM transmitter and charger, as well as an iPod nano 3G aluminum case and two other miscellaneous iPod-related items. The company's new transmitter/charger comes with a car adapter for charging both devices, can play as well as charge simultaneously, and comes in a variety of five different colors. The transmitter/charger -- which is priced at $25 -- supports a full frequency range from 87.9MHz to 107.9MHz, includes memory of the last frequency used, and produces blue backlighting for operation at night. The iPod nano 3G aluminum case ($17), which comes in four different colors, features a neoprene lining for shock protection as well as a removable 360-degree swiveling belt clip. USBFever today also launched a flexible plastic coaster ($6) with an iPod clickwheel printed on the surface alongside its "Smart Warp" cable organizer ($4).

New iPod cases from Incase

10/10, 4:05pm

Incase launches new iPod cases

Incase has introduced a full line of custom cases for Apple's third-generation iPod nano, iPod classic, and iPod touch. The Incase lineup includes a new Leather Sleeve, Neoprene Sleeve, Sports Armband, and Protective Cover. The Leather Sleeve features a genuine leather form-fitting construction and custom suede topo lining designed to provide easy access to all controls. The company's leather cases are available for Apple's iPod nano ($30), iPod classic ($30), and iPod touch ($35). The neoprene sleeve features a belt clip for easy bag or belt attachment, and is also designed to provide easy access to all controls and dock connector opening. [corrected pricing]

iPhone jailbreak confirmed

10/10, 11:20am

iPhone, iPod touch 1.1.1 jailbreak confirmed

iPhone and iPod touch hackers have produced a new iPhone/iPod touch 1.1.1 file system hack that offers read and write access to the devices, as well as the ability to execute applications. Hackers jumped at the chance to try their hands at Apple's iPhone when the device shipped in late June, producing a series of 'jailbreaks' that allowed users to access the file systems of their cellular phones. After gaining read and write access to the smartphone, it wasn't long before hackers released utilities to 'unlock' the device, thus allowing users to sign up with other cellular carriers despite Apple's exclusive deal with AT&T as the sole provider of voice and data contracts for iPhone customers. Apple's latest software update disabled these hacks, and since then only one claim of a rogue 'jailbreak' -- which was announced yesterday -- capable of providing filesystem access to the tested iPhone has surfaced.