News Archive for 09/08/24

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iSing, PhotoFame

08/24, 6:15pm

iPhone apps: pzizz relax, Chordmaster LE, Money

pzizz relax ($3) is a relaxation tool that builds a musical playlist based on a definable amount of time. The software uses a structured random algorithm that can create a different soundtrack every time it is used. The algorithm pulls from different inspiring quotes, sound effects, music, and binaural beats to create each soundtrack.

Madden 10 for iPhone soon

08/24, 3:40pm

Madden NFL 10 coming to iPhone, iPod touch

EA has announced an upcoming iPhone version of Madden NFL 10, its current flagship sports game. The iPhone port includes all 32 NFL teams, and a collection of real-world stadiums; plays are narrated by John Madden as well as Tom Hammond and Cris Collinsworth. Gamers can compete in individual matches, or in a season mode which involves more elaborate strategy.

Jabra ships HALO headset

08/24, 3:05pm

Jabra ships dual-mic HALO Bluetooth headset

Jabra on Monday began shipping its latest Bluetooth A2DP compatible headset, the dual-microphone HALO, which was first introduced in April. The headset is compatible with BlackBerry handsets as well as Apple's iPhone and second-generation iPod touch, and can sync with two devices simultaneously. The headset can be folded for ease of carrying and has a 3.5mm headset jack and cable to connect to source devices when Bluetooth cannot be used or isn't an option. The HALO's display shows battery and connection status, while a touch-based volume control lets users adjust the loudness of the headset.

Sennheiser BT headsets

08/24, 11:20am

Sennheiser intros MM 400/450 Bluetooth headphones

Sennheiser has announced it will soon add the MM 400 and MM 450 Travel Bluetooth 2.1 over-the-ear headsets to its Mobile Music lineup. Intended for music and phone calls, both the MM 400 and MM 450 Travel have an invisible microphone and have a wired connection option with the included cable and adapters for when wireless connections are not an option, like on a flight, or when users want to save battery life. Controls are placed on the right speaker pod, including volume, power and track navigation buttons. Meant for travelers, the headsets fold flat in their molded travel cases, and the headband is reinforced with metal to avoid snapping. Either also has an airline-friendly adapter.

iPod nano 4G 1.0.4 update

08/24, 10:05am

iPod nano 4G 1.0.4 update fixes DST issue

Apple has posted a minor software update for the fourth-generation iPod nano, bringing its firmware up to v1.0.4. The patch mainly addresses a problem with resulted in bad daylight savings settings, as well another which would cause Thai song information to be poorly displayed during disk-mode syncs. Other bugfixes are described as minor. The software is at present available only through iTunes' Update function.

Revo IKON Radio Dock

08/24, 8:25am

Revo IKON brings DAB radio, iPhone dock, touch

Revo this morning claimed the high ground in radio docks through the unveiling of the IKON. The system aims to be a center for all digital audio with DAB+ radio (for the UK), Internet radio through many sources that include Last.fm, Pandora, Rhapsody and Sirius, an iPhone/iPod dock and media sharing from Macs and PCs on the local Ethernet or Wi-Fi network. A unique advantage in the field is a 3.5-inch touchscreen that provides both a much more context-sensitive interface for each source but displays album art, song data and anything else a given format allows.