News Archive for 08/08/20

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Current iPod line seems to be on the way out

08/20, 5:55pm

iPod line to be refreshed

iPod retailers are indicating most of the current line of iPods are being discontinued in favor of a new lineup, according to a report by Apple Insider. All iPods at US Target stores have been switched to "discontinued" status in the inventory system. Similar things are happening in the UK; retailer Argos will be presenting new displays and wall graphics announcing price reductions, scheduled for late August or early September.

Microsoft moves to block paid Xbox Live iPhone apps

08/20, 4:00pm

MS on iPhone/Xbox apps

Microsoft plans to halt the sale of any unauthorized Xbox Live software at the App Store, one developer claims. 1337pwn says that its Xbox Live Friends Application -- which lets people see what others are playing on their Xboxes of Xbox 360s -- was recently challenged by Microsoft, which is responsible for all facets of Xbox gaming. 1337pwn comments, though, that Microsoft appears only to be concerned about people turning a profit on its technology, as it has given permission for XLFA to be distributed for free.

Smithsonian Channel now on iTunes

08/20, 3:15pm

Smithsonian on iTunes

The Smithsonian Channel today announced that its programming is available on the iTunes Store. Content consists of films, documentaries and limited series, on topics such as nature, technology, history and pop culture. Initial offerings include titles like Stories from the Vaults, Remembering Vietnam: The Wall at 25, Day of the Kamikaze and Nature Tech.