News Archive for 08/06/24

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iLuv ships combo DVD/iPod hybrid player

06/24, 3:50pm

iLuv i1255 DVD iPod Dock

iLuv on Tuesday began shipping its unique i1255. The device serves as a video hub with both a DVD player with 5.1-channel surround as well as an iPod dock; any compatible iPod both outputs its video to an attached TV but also receives an on-screen interface that allows users to navigate videos from the larger display. The DVD side can also support a handful of raw data CDs such as MP3 and JPEG photo discs.

Usbfever announces iPod touch/iPhone FM Transmitter

06/24, 1:55pm

Usbfever's FM Transmiter

Usbfever has announced a new 9-in-1 iPhone/iPod touch FM Transmitter made specifically for the iPhone and iPod touch devices. The transmitter also provides a USB port for charging other peripherals and a remote control. The FM transmitter works across the full FM spectrum (87.5-108MHz) and is powered by a car's cigarette lighter. Other features include a line-in input and an LCD display, as well as a cradle and charger for the iPod or iPhone. The Transmitter is available now for $40 with worldwide shipping set at $3.

Spain to adopt media player tax on July 1st

06/24, 9:50am

Spain adopts 'iPod tax'

Spain will be one of the next countries to adopt a so-called "iPod tax," Billboard writes. Formally known as the "digital canon," the tax will go in effect on July 1st, and apply to all electronic devices (and their media) capable of storing, copying or recording sound and images, even to the extent of applying to printers, scanners and ink cartridges. The fee levied against manufacturers will vary depending on the particular device; while ellphones with MP3 playback will warrant a levy of €1.10, dedicated MP3 players will cost an extra €3.15 each.

iTunes Australia adds TV shows

06/24, 9:10am

iTunes Australia TV shows

Australia is the latest country to receive TV shows at the iTunes Store, Apple has announced. The new section has listings for ABC Studios, Disney, MTV, Nine Network and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation; though a number of the shows are American, such as Lost, Scrubs, Pimp My Ride and Hannah Montana, there are also a number of Australian-produced series, such as Sleek Geeks, We Can Be Heroes and McLeod's Daughters.