News Archive for 09/06/05

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Scosche tapSTICK

06/05, 1:45pm

tapSTICK gives 3G iPod shuffle controls, case

Scosche has quietly addressed the complaints of third-generation iPod shuffle owners today by introducing the tapSTICK. The device serves both as a case for the Apple player but also plugs into the headphone jack to place volume and selection buttons on top of the iPod itself, granting control over the player without needing specially authenticated earbuds. A pass-through jack lets owners either use their own earphones or else plug into aux-in jacks and other devices that normally wouldn't work with the shuffle.

Put Things Off, Sport Fact

06/05, 1:45pm

iPhone apps: Invoice Maker, Bal-loon, HDR Camera

Invoice Maker ($1) can be used to create invoice directly on an iPhone or iPod touch. The application includes fields for entering personal data such as address, email, and phone number for both the client and the business. Users can build a database of products within the software and include information like SKU, description and price. When creating an invoice these items can be selected from a scroll menu and added. Final numbers are calculated automatically and options for entering tax and shipping costs are also included.