Apple's design sense has always been splendid; the iPhone 3G doesn't break conformity. The first time you look at it; you'll think iPod Touch on a high-fat diet. It's better looking than its predecessor (the iPhone 2G). The black model we received was beautifully finished; thankfully the rear resists normal smudging and scratches. It's not a very thick device but feels large to hold; although with a 3.5-inch screen this isn't exactly a design flaw. Build quality is excellent. Quality of buttons and switches on the device are top-class. Even the SIM tray fits flush; attention to detailing is very good.
The buttons on the sides, top and the headphone jack are chromed, and the black bezel and chrome trim add further visual appeal. Apple's menu system is excellent with the single main menu button being perfectly functional. The 3G's appeal lies in its blatantly simple and usable interface and the sheer joy and funkiness of a touch and finger swipe navigation system that works flawlessly. The proximity sensor and low-light sensor work flawlessly.
The iPhone menus work well, but the on-screen keypad is a little small and you will make a few incorrect key taps for a month or so, which won't please SMS junkies. The phones number pad is huge though; and you'd be a clod to goof up dialling numbers. SMS' sent and received to and from a single number show up as a single entry with the last message exchanged as a preview; the rest of the messages are displayed in small green conversation boxes that become visible on selecting the relevant entry; a novel concept that takes getting used to.
There is still no way to delete or select multiple messages. For some, the text entry box may also appear too small for practical use. If you try to edit a message after typing it out; the inbuilt magnifier helps as it magnifies the spot where your finger touches, but cursor navigation within the text body remains a tricky affair. You also cannot save a typed out SMS as a draft, and the inbuilt email option allows you to save multiple email IDs and password information for uick use; though the on-screen keyboard raises its ugly head again to spoil the party.
Its Safari web browser is very basic - no support for Java or Flash. Copy/Pasting is also not supported - a serious omission. We also noticed that the touch interface works with fingers only, not a stylus or fingernails - ladies beware. If you think you can get a Bluetooth keyboard to make up for the on-screen keyboard, think again; the iPhone's Bluetooth works with headsets only - no keyboard, and no file transfers.
The bundled GPS and Google Maps work well in tandem - better than Nokia Maps. Apple's inbuilt scheduler and calendar work well; as good as any PDA. A lot of games come preinstalled, but there's no serious office application with document and spreadsheet support. Some of these applications slow down the phone - big time; though for the most part it's fairly responsive.
The iPhone is a decent phone when it comes to signal quality - it's a little behind Nokia's best Mobile Phones in this regard. Voice quality is pretty good but the volume is a little low. Sadly the loudspeakers' quality is very bad - like a cheap CDMA unit - and a lot of distortion occurs when a voice call is put on loudspeaker. The headset looks like Apple's earbud headphones but incorporates a small microphone unit that is compact enough to be easily missed. Voice quality on this handsfree unit is absolutely top notch; and the volume level is fantastic.
The claimed battery talk time is ten hours; not true, we measured this to be more like five hours.
MP3 quality is very good; no other Mobile Phone comes close. It has a gorgeous screen for video. Just make sure to ditch the bundled earplugs for music. Eight or 16 GB of inbuilt storage is enough for most; if it isn't, you should remember that expansion is not an option. The camera is a mediocre 2 megapixels, and isn't this phone's forte - you can't even record video!
Sadly, the Apple iPhone 3G only comes as part of a service provider's scheme - you cannot buy it unless you're an Airtel or Vodafone customer. Our device was provided by Airtel and is available for Rs 31,000 and Rs 36,100. The first 500 MB of data usage from Airtel is free, after which you pay a nominal charge of 30 paisa per 50 KB.
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Thursday, October 29, 2009
IPod Nano Accessories by Kentaro Konika
The iPod Nano is one of the most successful gadgets of recent years. It is a product by Apple Inc. that allows you to play your music on the move on a stylish and coveted machine. Ever since the iPod was first launched by Apple in 2005, sales have been growing and growing and more than making up for the fact that sales of Apple computers were in decline.
The iPod Nano is a spin-off of the original iPod, using the iPod Shuffle program. The player includes a flash memory, a small screen and a simple-to-use click wheel. The flash memory is the main difference from the original iPod, meaning that the Nano is extremely lightweight and even more portable.
Not only are the Nano players themselves becoming extremely popular, but there are a number of accessories available for music lovers who own this player. These accessories can really enhance the enjoyment. For a music player the biggest factor is without a doubt the audio options, and Nano really excels in the area of portability, with its ability to store hours of music.
The Nano is designed to be listened to by a single user, which means that earphones are absolutely essential when using the product. Earphones come in a wide variety of styles and different functions, where the best will have the ability to block out excess background noise and to deliver a crisp, high-quality audio directly to the ear of the listener. The great thing about the Nano is that you can either use your current earphones, or upgrade their quality whenever you want.
Some of the varieties that earphones come in include the differentiation between earphones in the ear, and headphones which cover the whole area of the ear. Whichever one you choose could impact on their ability to reduce background noise, though it will all depend on the particular brand and model that you choose. These can come with or without cords, can be smaller or larger depending on your needs, and range from extremely cheap (around $30) to much more expensive ($200+). You can easily do some research into individual models of earphone to decide which one suits your needs.
Ear buds are also a newer form of earphones. They are named due to the way in which they look like the bud of a plant, and they will fit easily into the inside of the ear canal. These may be slightly higher in price, or cost the same as other earphones depending on the quality. Just make sure that you find some that fit your ears well.
The iPod Nano can be used with all types of earphones, and also comes with popular iTunes software designed for both Mac and Windows OS. This software is used by a variety of users, so is a bonus when using the Nano and iTunes together. As you can see, the iPod Nano is a very nifty machine, that still continues to grow in popularity.
The iPod Nano is a spin-off of the original iPod, using the iPod Shuffle program. The player includes a flash memory, a small screen and a simple-to-use click wheel. The flash memory is the main difference from the original iPod, meaning that the Nano is extremely lightweight and even more portable.
Not only are the Nano players themselves becoming extremely popular, but there are a number of accessories available for music lovers who own this player. These accessories can really enhance the enjoyment. For a music player the biggest factor is without a doubt the audio options, and Nano really excels in the area of portability, with its ability to store hours of music.
The Nano is designed to be listened to by a single user, which means that earphones are absolutely essential when using the product. Earphones come in a wide variety of styles and different functions, where the best will have the ability to block out excess background noise and to deliver a crisp, high-quality audio directly to the ear of the listener. The great thing about the Nano is that you can either use your current earphones, or upgrade their quality whenever you want.
Some of the varieties that earphones come in include the differentiation between earphones in the ear, and headphones which cover the whole area of the ear. Whichever one you choose could impact on their ability to reduce background noise, though it will all depend on the particular brand and model that you choose. These can come with or without cords, can be smaller or larger depending on your needs, and range from extremely cheap (around $30) to much more expensive ($200+). You can easily do some research into individual models of earphone to decide which one suits your needs.
Ear buds are also a newer form of earphones. They are named due to the way in which they look like the bud of a plant, and they will fit easily into the inside of the ear canal. These may be slightly higher in price, or cost the same as other earphones depending on the quality. Just make sure that you find some that fit your ears well.
The iPod Nano can be used with all types of earphones, and also comes with popular iTunes software designed for both Mac and Windows OS. This software is used by a variety of users, so is a bonus when using the Nano and iTunes together. As you can see, the iPod Nano is a very nifty machine, that still continues to grow in popularity.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
How the Iphone saved Apple by Raul Guerridos
Apple has managed to make up lost ground to Microsoft since the release of personal computers (PC) back in the mid 80s. In the early 80s, one of Apple's geeks decided to leave the company and started his own. The geek that left was Bill Gates. Bill Gates believed in open technology, allowing his computer systems to be compatible with programs developed by third party vendors. That gave way to the technology revolution that has shaken up the world since the beginning of the 90s when the Internet was first released for public consumption. As PCs users rose by the millions, Apple just watched from the corners unable to stop the rise of a giant by the name of Microsoft. It's now 2009 and although Microsoft still dominates the personal computer markets, Apple has managed to become relevant again. Apple is now the synonymous of stylish, reliability and coolness.
Apple's Comeback Millions of consumers world wide now own an Apple product and is not a personal computer. For Apple it was obvious that trying to compete with mighty Microsoft for personal computer supremacy was not working. And in 2001, Apple's strategy was re-designed to come up with a new product where the market was not well defined. Portable music player was the bet and in 2001 the first Ipod was born.
The birth of the Ipod
At a mere 5GB hard-drive based, Apple unveils the first Ipod that sold for $399.00 The market strategy changed from marketing personal computers to how cool it is to have your "Whole CD Library with you all the time" Steve Jobs (Apple's CEO) tells reporters in a press conference in 2001. As the Ipod hits the stores in November 2001, Apple sells 125,000 Ipods during the holiday season. And although Apple was first seen as a potential threat to digital multimedia products such as music, for it's "Rip, Mix, Burn" slogan, Steve Jobs assured the music giants that the Ipod will not violate any laws because it was developed to "legally acquire music" and he added, "you have the right to manage it in all other devices you own" During the Mac Expoworld Expo, Jobs notes that Apple has sold more than 600,000 Ipods in the 14 months since it's launch. By April 2003, Apple added a solid-state scroll wheel with four buttons to the device. By January 2004 Apple increased the number of Ipods available to the public by unveiling a whole new line of "mini" Ipods. The new Ipods where the size of business cards with a storage capacity of 4GB which sold for $299 and included multiple colors such as gold, blue, pink, and green. By late 2005, Ipods were the most popular product of the Apple's line. And all of this was happening when the hard drive was still in place (this means the device had a slower response) In August 2006, Creative and Apple square off in court. Creative and Apple trade lawsuits in court alleging that both have violated patents, Apple and Creative settle their disputes when Apple agrees to pay a $100 million settlement. Creative agrees to begin making Apple Ipods accessories.
Microsoft Strikes Back at Apple with the Zune
Ironically, it was Microsoft's turns to sit in the corner and watch how Apple's popularity grew faster than anyone predicted. In November 14, 2006, Microsoft released it's own MP3 player; The Zune. The awaited MP3 war between Microsoft and Apple had begun. Microsoft's new MP3 player named Zune was sporting an attractive 30gigabyte storage capability, FM radio and a 3 inch screen and it's controls consisted of a circular shape under the 3 inch screen with four buttons (very similar to the Ipod). The price tag was $249.95 at release date and hundreds of thousands of Microsoft loving fans thought that Microsoft had an answer to the dominating Ipod. It was not long since the Zune's release date that consumers began to realize that the Zune was no match to the powerful Ipod-Iphone combo. One year after it's release, Zune began experimenting technical problems that doomed it's sales. News of software issues flowed through the Internet like water in a river. Sales began to decrease and Ipod nevertheless stayed strong.
Apple and Cellular Technology - A Rocky Road
Apple's ever-changing creative team joined forces with Motorola in December 16th 2004 and jointly came up with a new device that allowed consumers to make phone calls and play music at the same time. This was the beginning of an evolutionary idea, the all-in-one idea. In late September 2005, Apple and Motorola release a cell phone by the name of ROKR. Steve Jobs called this device an Ipod Shuffle in your phone. In a bold statement in October 2005, Apple announces that there are more phones yet to roll out of production. Although Ipod was enjoying a huge success by this time, Apple ambitious projects focus on something far larger than audio on the go. It was clear that Apple already had the Iphone idea by then since in September 16 2006, Apple files for Iphone trademarks in New Zealand. And although everything seemed go smoothly for Apple, in September 2005, Ocean Telecom Services files for Iphone trademark in the United States. Another battle was waged between Apple and Ocean Telecom but this time Apple emerged victorious and the patent was granted to Apple Iphone. Then in December 2006 Linksys which is a company owned by Cisco launched a VoIP phone named Iphone. Cisco however, owned the Iphone name since 2000. Finally, in January 09 2007, Steve Jobs announced at Macworld that Apple will release the Iphone and he also provided a bit of it's capabilities. But right before the launch of the Iphone, Cisco suits Apple for the Iphone name and both corporations agree to share the Iphone name.
In turmoil May 16 2007 right before the Iphone release, a rumor makes the news that Apple will delay the release of the highly anticipated Iphone. These rumors make Apple stocks stumble and the company loses almost 4 billions in one day.
Iphone Release Day
On a bright June 29 2007, the Apple Iphone debuts as a stand-alone cell phone and built-in Ipod. The brand new gadget contained very cool features such as motion sensors that allow you to place the Iphone sideways and automatically moves the screen to the correct resolution, GPS, accurate virtual keyboard and a signature clown fish as wallpaper. Steve Jobs describe his brand new toy as "An entire computer that just happens to make phone calls". The only draw-back was Apple Iphone commitment to AT&T. At the time of release, Apple Iphone could only be used on the AT&T network limiting a huge number of Apple-loving-fans enrolled in other phone networks. And although this commitment from Apple is still in place there are some services that allow consumers to run an Iphone in other networks such as T-Mobile. Since 2007, Apple has retired it's 2GB version of the Iphone and has upgraded it's original phone to a more robust stronger device. The current device is now able to stream, download, and create high quality video on the fly and it runs on a powerful 3G network that allows for fast Internet connectivy.
Where is Apple going with this?
As we can imagine, Apple is not done just yet. Currently the Iphone-Ipod Touch are unquestionable leaders in the MP3 player's market and may very well (When Apple terminates it's current AT&T commitment) become the king of mobile technology as well. Even though Apple has been closed to the idea of allowing third party applications running on its proprietary hardware, those closed minded ideas are beginning to crack. In early 2008, Apple announced that it would allow third party vendors to develop applications for its Iphone/Ipod touch. This move by Apple is creating great success in the Mobile gaming business which is another feature that is well exploited in the Iphone/Ipod. Itunes (Apple's Multimedia Store) is loaded with hundreds of thousands of applications for the Ipod and Iphone for a minimal fee. Apple has managed to create a device that appeals to everyone. The newest Iphone currently runs on a 3G wireless network and contains a large 32 gigabyte storage capacity. Apple challenges consumers to answer the following question; where can you find a mini Mac computer that you can fit in your hand and is able to; make phone calls, browse the Internet, carry a whole music catalog, and allows you to play games? The simple answer to Apple's question is the Iphone.
Come and see top 20 Iphone tips available to you for free"
Apple's Comeback Millions of consumers world wide now own an Apple product and is not a personal computer. For Apple it was obvious that trying to compete with mighty Microsoft for personal computer supremacy was not working. And in 2001, Apple's strategy was re-designed to come up with a new product where the market was not well defined. Portable music player was the bet and in 2001 the first Ipod was born.
The birth of the Ipod
At a mere 5GB hard-drive based, Apple unveils the first Ipod that sold for $399.00 The market strategy changed from marketing personal computers to how cool it is to have your "Whole CD Library with you all the time" Steve Jobs (Apple's CEO) tells reporters in a press conference in 2001. As the Ipod hits the stores in November 2001, Apple sells 125,000 Ipods during the holiday season. And although Apple was first seen as a potential threat to digital multimedia products such as music, for it's "Rip, Mix, Burn" slogan, Steve Jobs assured the music giants that the Ipod will not violate any laws because it was developed to "legally acquire music" and he added, "you have the right to manage it in all other devices you own" During the Mac Expoworld Expo, Jobs notes that Apple has sold more than 600,000 Ipods in the 14 months since it's launch. By April 2003, Apple added a solid-state scroll wheel with four buttons to the device. By January 2004 Apple increased the number of Ipods available to the public by unveiling a whole new line of "mini" Ipods. The new Ipods where the size of business cards with a storage capacity of 4GB which sold for $299 and included multiple colors such as gold, blue, pink, and green. By late 2005, Ipods were the most popular product of the Apple's line. And all of this was happening when the hard drive was still in place (this means the device had a slower response) In August 2006, Creative and Apple square off in court. Creative and Apple trade lawsuits in court alleging that both have violated patents, Apple and Creative settle their disputes when Apple agrees to pay a $100 million settlement. Creative agrees to begin making Apple Ipods accessories.
Microsoft Strikes Back at Apple with the Zune
Ironically, it was Microsoft's turns to sit in the corner and watch how Apple's popularity grew faster than anyone predicted. In November 14, 2006, Microsoft released it's own MP3 player; The Zune. The awaited MP3 war between Microsoft and Apple had begun. Microsoft's new MP3 player named Zune was sporting an attractive 30gigabyte storage capability, FM radio and a 3 inch screen and it's controls consisted of a circular shape under the 3 inch screen with four buttons (very similar to the Ipod). The price tag was $249.95 at release date and hundreds of thousands of Microsoft loving fans thought that Microsoft had an answer to the dominating Ipod. It was not long since the Zune's release date that consumers began to realize that the Zune was no match to the powerful Ipod-Iphone combo. One year after it's release, Zune began experimenting technical problems that doomed it's sales. News of software issues flowed through the Internet like water in a river. Sales began to decrease and Ipod nevertheless stayed strong.
Apple and Cellular Technology - A Rocky Road
Apple's ever-changing creative team joined forces with Motorola in December 16th 2004 and jointly came up with a new device that allowed consumers to make phone calls and play music at the same time. This was the beginning of an evolutionary idea, the all-in-one idea. In late September 2005, Apple and Motorola release a cell phone by the name of ROKR. Steve Jobs called this device an Ipod Shuffle in your phone. In a bold statement in October 2005, Apple announces that there are more phones yet to roll out of production. Although Ipod was enjoying a huge success by this time, Apple ambitious projects focus on something far larger than audio on the go. It was clear that Apple already had the Iphone idea by then since in September 16 2006, Apple files for Iphone trademarks in New Zealand. And although everything seemed go smoothly for Apple, in September 2005, Ocean Telecom Services files for Iphone trademark in the United States. Another battle was waged between Apple and Ocean Telecom but this time Apple emerged victorious and the patent was granted to Apple Iphone. Then in December 2006 Linksys which is a company owned by Cisco launched a VoIP phone named Iphone. Cisco however, owned the Iphone name since 2000. Finally, in January 09 2007, Steve Jobs announced at Macworld that Apple will release the Iphone and he also provided a bit of it's capabilities. But right before the launch of the Iphone, Cisco suits Apple for the Iphone name and both corporations agree to share the Iphone name.
In turmoil May 16 2007 right before the Iphone release, a rumor makes the news that Apple will delay the release of the highly anticipated Iphone. These rumors make Apple stocks stumble and the company loses almost 4 billions in one day.
Iphone Release Day
On a bright June 29 2007, the Apple Iphone debuts as a stand-alone cell phone and built-in Ipod. The brand new gadget contained very cool features such as motion sensors that allow you to place the Iphone sideways and automatically moves the screen to the correct resolution, GPS, accurate virtual keyboard and a signature clown fish as wallpaper. Steve Jobs describe his brand new toy as "An entire computer that just happens to make phone calls". The only draw-back was Apple Iphone commitment to AT&T. At the time of release, Apple Iphone could only be used on the AT&T network limiting a huge number of Apple-loving-fans enrolled in other phone networks. And although this commitment from Apple is still in place there are some services that allow consumers to run an Iphone in other networks such as T-Mobile. Since 2007, Apple has retired it's 2GB version of the Iphone and has upgraded it's original phone to a more robust stronger device. The current device is now able to stream, download, and create high quality video on the fly and it runs on a powerful 3G network that allows for fast Internet connectivy.
Where is Apple going with this?
As we can imagine, Apple is not done just yet. Currently the Iphone-Ipod Touch are unquestionable leaders in the MP3 player's market and may very well (When Apple terminates it's current AT&T commitment) become the king of mobile technology as well. Even though Apple has been closed to the idea of allowing third party applications running on its proprietary hardware, those closed minded ideas are beginning to crack. In early 2008, Apple announced that it would allow third party vendors to develop applications for its Iphone/Ipod touch. This move by Apple is creating great success in the Mobile gaming business which is another feature that is well exploited in the Iphone/Ipod. Itunes (Apple's Multimedia Store) is loaded with hundreds of thousands of applications for the Ipod and Iphone for a minimal fee. Apple has managed to create a device that appeals to everyone. The newest Iphone currently runs on a 3G wireless network and contains a large 32 gigabyte storage capacity. Apple challenges consumers to answer the following question; where can you find a mini Mac computer that you can fit in your hand and is able to; make phone calls, browse the Internet, carry a whole music catalog, and allows you to play games? The simple answer to Apple's question is the Iphone.
Come and see top 20 Iphone tips available to you for free"
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Apple iTunes 9, iPod nano with Video, New iPod shuffle, Updated iPod Touch by George Dunhill
iTunes 9, consider it an early Christmas gift from Apple. Music fans will love the new iTunes LP feature which lets you explore an album's additional content - lyrics, credits, album notes, artist trivia, bonus videos, etc. Think: physically taking out, unfolding, and reading through a CD insert while you're listening to the album itself; available for selected albums with most content designed by the artists themselves. The iPod nano gets a cool upgrade - a 640 x 480 pixel video camera that's capable of recording up to 30 fps, and has a built-in mic that supports AAC audio. Let loose your creativity with 15 built-in SFX like sepia, black & white and motion blur. You can even share your masterpieces via Youtube or email. Sweet! The world's smallest music player now comes in vibrant colors. Apple's little giant, the iPod shuffle, that not only talks to you and plays as much as a thousand of your choice songs while you're on the go, it now allows you to show your true colors. The anodized aluminum housing is as sleek and durable as ever and is available in pink, blue, green, black or silver. Check out also the special edition iPod shuffle in polished, stainless steel. This is not the same iPod touch that you knew before. There is now more space for everything with the 32- and 64- GB models. The new iPod touch also boasts of a 50 percent improvement in speed as compared to the previous generation so that applications and web pages now launch faster. Is that the iPhone 3G S's processor in there?
Sunday, October 4, 2009
iPod Shuffle by spravka.ua
First generation
Released on January 11, 2005, the first generation iPod Shuffle was designed to be easily loaded with a selection of songs and to play them in random order. According to Apple, owners of existing iPods had often left the music selection to "shuffle", and the new iPod Shuffle was a way of implementing that in a much more cost-effective fashion. It relies on the use of an "autofill" feature in iTunes, which can select songs at random from a user's music library (or from a specific playlist) and copy as many as will fit into iPod Shuffle's memory. It can hold up to 240 songs (1 GB model, based on Apple's estimate, of four minutes per song and 128 kbit/s AAC encoding). It used the SigmaTel STMP35xx System On a Chip, a flash memory IC, and USB rechargeable Lithium cell.
It lacks the trademark display, scroll wheel, playlist management features, games, address book, calendar, alarm, and notes capability of earlier iPods, and cannot be used with iSync. In addition, due to its lower processing power, it is incapable of playing Apple Lossless and AIFF audio files, unlike other iPod models. The iPod Shuffle has a better bass response than a 4th generation iPod, according to one review published days after its release. The first generation shuffle weighed 0.78 ounces.
First generation iPod Shuffle with the cap removed to show the USB connector. The cap snaps onto the unit. iPod Shuffle comes with a second cap on a lanyard, which a user can wear around his or her neck.
iTunes offers some new features for iPod Shuffle. One is the ability to reduce the bit rate of songs to 128 kbit/s AAC. The conversion is done automatically, with the original file left untouched on the computer and the smaller (lower bit rate) file sent to the iPod Shuffle. Older versions of iTunes allowed an iPod Shuffle playlist to be viewed and changed while the unit is not connected; the next time the unit is connected, it can then be updated with the changed playlist. This functionality is no longer a part of iTunes as of iTunes 7.
The front of the iPod Shuffle has buttons for Play/Pause, Next Song/Fast Forward, Previous Song/Fast Reverse, and up and down volume adjustment. On the reverse, it has a battery level indicator light (activated by a button) and a three-position switch to turn the unit off or set it to play music in order or shuffled. It plugs directly into a computer's USB port (either 1.1 or 2.0), through which it also recharges its battery, which has an expected life of around 12 hours between charges. The USB plug is hidden beneath a cap. The unit also comes with a lanyard that attaches to the iPod Shuffle via an attached cap and this allows the user to wear the iPod Shuffle around his or her neck.
The iPod Shuffle can also be used as a USB flash drive. iTunes allows a user to set how much of the drive will be allowed for storing files, and how much will be used for storing music. Second generation
A Second-generation iPod Shuffle in size-comparison to a Dell mouse.
On September 12, 2006, Apple announced the release of the second generation iPod Shuffle, calling it "the most wearable iPod ever". First shipments of the unit were slated for an October 2006 arrival, but actually started shipping on Friday, November 3, 2006. The new generation featured a lone 1 GB model in a silver brushed aluminum case similar to the second generation iPod Nano and the older iPod Mini. The new model is less than half the size of the first generation model at 41.2 x 27.3 x 10.5 mm (1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 in), and is of the iPod Radio Remote available for iPod Nanos and 5th generation iPods. Apple claimed it was the "world's smallest MP3 player". This size includes the new built-in belt clip; the actual unit itself is thinner, with the entire device weighing only 15.5 g (0.55 ounces). The power and shuffle/no shuffle switches were also separated into two controls to accidental choice of shuffle when that may not be the desired mode of operation. The formatting of the iPod itself is new to Apple, as the 2G (2nd Generation) shuffle will only format itself to FAT32. iTunes issues a warning that the iPod is incorrectly formatted if brought to the Macintosh format HFS+. All previous iPod models have allowed the usage of either the Mac format or the Windows format.
On the second generation iPod Shuffle, USB connectivity is provided via an included dock, which transfers data through the headphone jack. The second generation iPod Shuffle is also able to act as a flash drive, just like the first generation iPod Shuffle. However, unlike the first generation iPod Shuffle, the second generation does not have a built-in USB connector. This means the dock is required for connection to a computer on the second generation model.
The second generation shuffle can play MP3, MP3 VBR, AAC, Protected AAC, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4), WAV and AIFF, meaning that the only iTunes format not supported is Apple Lossless.[citation needed] Using WAV or AIFF will very quickly fill the device's low 1 GB capacity. iPod Shuffle cannot play music from music video files.
On January 30, 2007, Apple announced the addition of four new colors to the iPod Shuffle line. In addition to the original silver, a pink, orange, green, and blue color has been made available via the Apple Store (online). Of the colors the blue, green, and pink are essentially the same hues as the second generation Minis and Nanos. The new orange color is a first for the iPod franchise. They also now come with the new redesigned headphones that were not included with the original silver model. The box was also changed to have gray text instead of the lime-green text, lime-green showing that the original headphones are included, and gray text showing that the new headphones are included.
On September 5, 2007, Apple refreshed the line with four new colors including a Product Red version. The new colors (turquoise, lavender, mint green, and Product Red) replaced the previous colors (pink, orange, green, and blue).
At the Apple Let's Rock Event on September 9, 2008, Apple released four new colors for the iPod Shuffle: blue, green, pink, and red.
The second generation 2 GB iPod Shuffle was discontinued on March 11, 2009 and the 1 GB version was discontinued on September 9, 2009. Third generation
A Third generation iPod Shuffle. Wikinews has related news: Apple reveals new iPod shuffle with voice
The third generation iPod Shuffle was released on March 11, 2009 and is said by Apple to be "jaw-droppingly small" and "The first music player that talks to you" with dimensions of 45.2 x 17.5 x 7.8 mm (1.8 x 0.7 x 0.3 in). It is available with a silver or black brushed aluminum case similar to the second generation iPod Shuffle. This makes it the first iPod Shuffle that is available in black - although the black is more of a dark grey, especially in comparison to the black iPod Touch. It features VoiceOver technology that allows song names, artist names, album names and playlist contents and names to be spoken in 14 different languages using the Text-to-Speech incorporated in iTunes 8. It also has gained support for multiple playlists, in contrast to previous versions of the iPod Shuffle, which allowed only a single playlist.
The third generation iPod Shuffle features a polished steel attachment clip, adopting for the first time the polished steel finishing previously found only on the larger iPods, rather than the brushed aluminum used in the second-generation iPod Shuffle. It also no longer has volume or track controls on the device itself. Instead, the packaged ipod earbuds now include a three-button device on the right earbud cord. This adds the functions of changing between playlists, hearing the song title and artist of the track playing, as well as play/pause, track changes and volume control. It is not possible to change songs or volume with current third-party headphones, since they lack these controls. However, since the iPod Shuffle begins playing music automatically when it is turned on, third-party headphones may still be used in "autoplay" mode (with no volume or playback controls). Some future third-party headphones and headphone adapters will include full support for the iPod Shuffle. The official headphones contain a chip designed by Apple to control the device. DRM is not however present in the chip as there is no encryption used; third-party headphone manufacturers can reverse-engineer the chip although this will not enable their products to ship under the Made For iPod program.
On September 9, 2009, Apple introduced three new colors for the iPod Shuffle: pink, blue, and green. The 4 GB model is also available in Stainless Steel, exclusively from the Apple Store.
Released on January 11, 2005, the first generation iPod Shuffle was designed to be easily loaded with a selection of songs and to play them in random order. According to Apple, owners of existing iPods had often left the music selection to "shuffle", and the new iPod Shuffle was a way of implementing that in a much more cost-effective fashion. It relies on the use of an "autofill" feature in iTunes, which can select songs at random from a user's music library (or from a specific playlist) and copy as many as will fit into iPod Shuffle's memory. It can hold up to 240 songs (1 GB model, based on Apple's estimate, of four minutes per song and 128 kbit/s AAC encoding). It used the SigmaTel STMP35xx System On a Chip, a flash memory IC, and USB rechargeable Lithium cell.
It lacks the trademark display, scroll wheel, playlist management features, games, address book, calendar, alarm, and notes capability of earlier iPods, and cannot be used with iSync. In addition, due to its lower processing power, it is incapable of playing Apple Lossless and AIFF audio files, unlike other iPod models. The iPod Shuffle has a better bass response than a 4th generation iPod, according to one review published days after its release. The first generation shuffle weighed 0.78 ounces.
First generation iPod Shuffle with the cap removed to show the USB connector. The cap snaps onto the unit. iPod Shuffle comes with a second cap on a lanyard, which a user can wear around his or her neck.
iTunes offers some new features for iPod Shuffle. One is the ability to reduce the bit rate of songs to 128 kbit/s AAC. The conversion is done automatically, with the original file left untouched on the computer and the smaller (lower bit rate) file sent to the iPod Shuffle. Older versions of iTunes allowed an iPod Shuffle playlist to be viewed and changed while the unit is not connected; the next time the unit is connected, it can then be updated with the changed playlist. This functionality is no longer a part of iTunes as of iTunes 7.
The front of the iPod Shuffle has buttons for Play/Pause, Next Song/Fast Forward, Previous Song/Fast Reverse, and up and down volume adjustment. On the reverse, it has a battery level indicator light (activated by a button) and a three-position switch to turn the unit off or set it to play music in order or shuffled. It plugs directly into a computer's USB port (either 1.1 or 2.0), through which it also recharges its battery, which has an expected life of around 12 hours between charges. The USB plug is hidden beneath a cap. The unit also comes with a lanyard that attaches to the iPod Shuffle via an attached cap and this allows the user to wear the iPod Shuffle around his or her neck.
The iPod Shuffle can also be used as a USB flash drive. iTunes allows a user to set how much of the drive will be allowed for storing files, and how much will be used for storing music. Second generation
A Second-generation iPod Shuffle in size-comparison to a Dell mouse.
On September 12, 2006, Apple announced the release of the second generation iPod Shuffle, calling it "the most wearable iPod ever". First shipments of the unit were slated for an October 2006 arrival, but actually started shipping on Friday, November 3, 2006. The new generation featured a lone 1 GB model in a silver brushed aluminum case similar to the second generation iPod Nano and the older iPod Mini. The new model is less than half the size of the first generation model at 41.2 x 27.3 x 10.5 mm (1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 in), and is of the iPod Radio Remote available for iPod Nanos and 5th generation iPods. Apple claimed it was the "world's smallest MP3 player". This size includes the new built-in belt clip; the actual unit itself is thinner, with the entire device weighing only 15.5 g (0.55 ounces). The power and shuffle/no shuffle switches were also separated into two controls to accidental choice of shuffle when that may not be the desired mode of operation. The formatting of the iPod itself is new to Apple, as the 2G (2nd Generation) shuffle will only format itself to FAT32. iTunes issues a warning that the iPod is incorrectly formatted if brought to the Macintosh format HFS+. All previous iPod models have allowed the usage of either the Mac format or the Windows format.
On the second generation iPod Shuffle, USB connectivity is provided via an included dock, which transfers data through the headphone jack. The second generation iPod Shuffle is also able to act as a flash drive, just like the first generation iPod Shuffle. However, unlike the first generation iPod Shuffle, the second generation does not have a built-in USB connector. This means the dock is required for connection to a computer on the second generation model.
The second generation shuffle can play MP3, MP3 VBR, AAC, Protected AAC, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4), WAV and AIFF, meaning that the only iTunes format not supported is Apple Lossless.[citation needed] Using WAV or AIFF will very quickly fill the device's low 1 GB capacity. iPod Shuffle cannot play music from music video files.
On January 30, 2007, Apple announced the addition of four new colors to the iPod Shuffle line. In addition to the original silver, a pink, orange, green, and blue color has been made available via the Apple Store (online). Of the colors the blue, green, and pink are essentially the same hues as the second generation Minis and Nanos. The new orange color is a first for the iPod franchise. They also now come with the new redesigned headphones that were not included with the original silver model. The box was also changed to have gray text instead of the lime-green text, lime-green showing that the original headphones are included, and gray text showing that the new headphones are included.
On September 5, 2007, Apple refreshed the line with four new colors including a Product Red version. The new colors (turquoise, lavender, mint green, and Product Red) replaced the previous colors (pink, orange, green, and blue).
At the Apple Let's Rock Event on September 9, 2008, Apple released four new colors for the iPod Shuffle: blue, green, pink, and red.
The second generation 2 GB iPod Shuffle was discontinued on March 11, 2009 and the 1 GB version was discontinued on September 9, 2009. Third generation
A Third generation iPod Shuffle. Wikinews has related news: Apple reveals new iPod shuffle with voice
The third generation iPod Shuffle was released on March 11, 2009 and is said by Apple to be "jaw-droppingly small" and "The first music player that talks to you" with dimensions of 45.2 x 17.5 x 7.8 mm (1.8 x 0.7 x 0.3 in). It is available with a silver or black brushed aluminum case similar to the second generation iPod Shuffle. This makes it the first iPod Shuffle that is available in black - although the black is more of a dark grey, especially in comparison to the black iPod Touch. It features VoiceOver technology that allows song names, artist names, album names and playlist contents and names to be spoken in 14 different languages using the Text-to-Speech incorporated in iTunes 8. It also has gained support for multiple playlists, in contrast to previous versions of the iPod Shuffle, which allowed only a single playlist.
The third generation iPod Shuffle features a polished steel attachment clip, adopting for the first time the polished steel finishing previously found only on the larger iPods, rather than the brushed aluminum used in the second-generation iPod Shuffle. It also no longer has volume or track controls on the device itself. Instead, the packaged ipod earbuds now include a three-button device on the right earbud cord. This adds the functions of changing between playlists, hearing the song title and artist of the track playing, as well as play/pause, track changes and volume control. It is not possible to change songs or volume with current third-party headphones, since they lack these controls. However, since the iPod Shuffle begins playing music automatically when it is turned on, third-party headphones may still be used in "autoplay" mode (with no volume or playback controls). Some future third-party headphones and headphone adapters will include full support for the iPod Shuffle. The official headphones contain a chip designed by Apple to control the device. DRM is not however present in the chip as there is no encryption used; third-party headphone manufacturers can reverse-engineer the chip although this will not enable their products to ship under the Made For iPod program.
On September 9, 2009, Apple introduced three new colors for the iPod Shuffle: pink, blue, and green. The 4 GB model is also available in Stainless Steel, exclusively from the Apple Store.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Apple ipod Nano 2nd-Gen Shipped Today by jatrasmara
We as music lover, know that Apple's iPod has dominated the digital music player scene since its launch in 2001, much like an aardvark busting through a termite mound. As hard-drive-based players have gotten smaller and the price of flash-based players has dropped, Apple seized on the opportunity to dive into the flash-based market with the iPod shuffle. It was a wildly successful move for Apple, which has grabbed close to 46 percent of the flash-based player market since its inception. However, there were still many reasons for users not to get the shuffle-namely, the lack of a screen and sophisticated controls. The task for Apple was to create a music player that was somehow a marriage between the minute size of the iPod shuffle and the versatility of a regular iPod. Last Tuesday, Apple's solution came in the form of the iPod nano, a mini-mini-version of their current iPod color line. That's right, it's more miniature than the iPod mini, and the display is color! It's clear that these two superior elements are the reasons why Apple decided to do away with the original iPod mini line; however many consumers are upset that the iPod nano's storage capacity is smaller than what the iPod mini used to be. At 2GB and 4GB, though, the capacities are higher than the current iPod shuffle line and the pricing falls right in line in between shuffles and regular color iPods.
Buy new ipod Nano 2nd-Gen at amazon it's more easy than i think and it's ships in a completely translucent, hard plastic container that elegantly showcases the player while neatly tucking away the few accessories it includes
Buy new ipod Nano 2nd-Gen at amazon it's more easy than i think and it's ships in a completely translucent, hard plastic container that elegantly showcases the player while neatly tucking away the few accessories it includes
Monday, September 14, 2009
The Apple iPod - The Best in Portable Music and Entertainment by JR Lang
We live in a mobile world. We want everything on the go, fast and quick and of course we want it without wires. We've been spoiled by the world of wireless, with laptops, cell phones and of course, mobile music gadgets. Nothing is more popular than mobile entertainment, where music and video is hand-held and easily accessible from anywhere and at anytime. Music is one for of entertainment that is most definitely timeless. Music has the power to uplift, make you dance and stir emotions. We love to dance to you, sing with it and gives us a boost when driving to work.
The portable music world with the many brands of portable mp3 players on the market today enjoys lots of popularity among consumers. And the Apple iPod delivers the best in mobile music and video.
The iPod is a portable music device that organizes large libraries of music into one hand-held device. You can download music files from Apple iTunes or transfer all your CD's onto the iPod. Also, iTunes is no longer the only game in town, you can use other music services like Rhapsody and Napster to download songs to the iPod. It is very easy to use and comes with snug little earphones that are comfortable and have great sound quality.
There are also many different iPod accessories, which make the mobile gadget, great for car and home use. Accessory kits and pods, which dock the iPod and come with large speakers for listening to your music at home. The car kit plugs into your car stereo and allows you to listen to the iPod in the car. How cool is that?
They come in several models with different storage capacities, with the Touch holding the most songs, up to 7,000. Video is another benefit of the iPod Touch, which brings movies, and television shows for viewing from anywhere. Imagine that boring bus or subway trip while watching the latest blockbuster? It would be much more entertaining that's for sure. The Touch has a great big screen, that has a very good resolution and a crisp and clear picture.
With all the gadgets that are available today, the portable music player continues to surpass market and industry expectations. There are several brands of portable mp3 players, including SanDisk and the Microsoft Zune. While the iPod enjoys the most popularity, the others also do quite well in a competitive market.
The portable music world with the many brands of portable mp3 players on the market today enjoys lots of popularity among consumers. And the Apple iPod delivers the best in mobile music and video.
The iPod is a portable music device that organizes large libraries of music into one hand-held device. You can download music files from Apple iTunes or transfer all your CD's onto the iPod. Also, iTunes is no longer the only game in town, you can use other music services like Rhapsody and Napster to download songs to the iPod. It is very easy to use and comes with snug little earphones that are comfortable and have great sound quality.
There are also many different iPod accessories, which make the mobile gadget, great for car and home use. Accessory kits and pods, which dock the iPod and come with large speakers for listening to your music at home. The car kit plugs into your car stereo and allows you to listen to the iPod in the car. How cool is that?
They come in several models with different storage capacities, with the Touch holding the most songs, up to 7,000. Video is another benefit of the iPod Touch, which brings movies, and television shows for viewing from anywhere. Imagine that boring bus or subway trip while watching the latest blockbuster? It would be much more entertaining that's for sure. The Touch has a great big screen, that has a very good resolution and a crisp and clear picture.
With all the gadgets that are available today, the portable music player continues to surpass market and industry expectations. There are several brands of portable mp3 players, including SanDisk and the Microsoft Zune. While the iPod enjoys the most popularity, the others also do quite well in a competitive market.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Apple iPhone 3G Black 16GB Smart Phone by baji
The iPhone 3G comes in 8GB and 16GB models and with a choice of a scratch-resistant white or black plastic backing. The iPhone 3G S measures 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm, weighs 135 gm. The new camera shoots images with a resolution of up to three mega pixels. Recordings are in macro mode now from a distance of ten centimeters possible. In addition, the new iPhone model now better photos in low light conditions provide.
Apple iPhone 3G Black is so called because it runs on the faster third generation mobile network. Think of it as broadband for phones as compared with the dial-up performance of the older 2G networks.
Important innovations mainly stuck under the hood. Thus, the new model thanks to a powerful, but not further defined processor specific tasks such as opening an email attachment to it twice as fast as the iPhone 3G. A significant speed increase, there is also the Internet connection.
The iPhone still has 802.11b and g WiFi support, but the move to 3G makes a big difference to all internet services on the iPhone, especially web browsing. The Safari browser on the iPhone has long been regarded as the best mobile browser on the market, due to its ability to display full web pages in their original layout, just as you would view them on a conventional desktop or laptop web browser.
The iPhone 3G S is entirely dependent on the touch screen interface, with virtual keypads and virtual keyboards. The user interface is quite smooth and fluid, but how good it may be, some people will find it easier to work with a real key.
Adding 3G has also helped support the addition of Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync support. Business users can now get over the air access to their Exchange calendar, address book and push email. While this will also work over GPRS, 3G offers clear advantages in terms of speed of download.
In addition to the phone and the iPod, the device comes pre-installed with several applications including those that will allow you to: surf the web, collect your emails, take and store photos, check the weather and share prices, watch You Tube videos and plot your position on the GPS enabled Google Maps feature. For more http://www.luckywirelessusa.com
Apple iPhone 3G Black is so called because it runs on the faster third generation mobile network. Think of it as broadband for phones as compared with the dial-up performance of the older 2G networks.
Important innovations mainly stuck under the hood. Thus, the new model thanks to a powerful, but not further defined processor specific tasks such as opening an email attachment to it twice as fast as the iPhone 3G. A significant speed increase, there is also the Internet connection.
The iPhone still has 802.11b and g WiFi support, but the move to 3G makes a big difference to all internet services on the iPhone, especially web browsing. The Safari browser on the iPhone has long been regarded as the best mobile browser on the market, due to its ability to display full web pages in their original layout, just as you would view them on a conventional desktop or laptop web browser.
The iPhone 3G S is entirely dependent on the touch screen interface, with virtual keypads and virtual keyboards. The user interface is quite smooth and fluid, but how good it may be, some people will find it easier to work with a real key.
Adding 3G has also helped support the addition of Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync support. Business users can now get over the air access to their Exchange calendar, address book and push email. While this will also work over GPRS, 3G offers clear advantages in terms of speed of download.
In addition to the phone and the iPod, the device comes pre-installed with several applications including those that will allow you to: surf the web, collect your emails, take and store photos, check the weather and share prices, watch You Tube videos and plot your position on the GPS enabled Google Maps feature. For more http://www.luckywirelessusa.com
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Podcasts and iPods: A Brief History by Emanuel Patton
What is now called a podcast traces its orgins to the first ipod podcasts, the creation of distributed mp3 files that could be downloaded and played on Apple's music player, the iPod. When the iPod came out, and users discovered what a wonderful thing it was for holding music, some people had the idea of loading things that weren't necessarily songs. Some of the people that got their hands on the iPod took the route of reverse engineering the iPod and loading on different firmware, or operating system, but others had the idea of sharing small sound files that could be played on the iPod. The technology for distributing the files already existed, with RSS feeds. RSS feeds were a means of generating machine readable files that could share information between a server and a user. Many blogs already used them to keep readers up to date with the latest posts, but some hopeful podcasters had the idea of enclosing links to sound files within the RSS feed and downloading the file to the computer.
With the change in RSS feeds, ipod podcast took off, and podcasting became a popular way to share files. Users saw podcasting as a way to become radio hosts, or dj's, and a variety of podcasts began popping up. Software was written to automatically check the RSS feeds, extract the links to the podcast episodes, and download the files. These programs became known as podcast clients.
By this time, podcasting had moved beyond the ipod, and they were not simply making an ipod podcast anymore. Some people had figured out how to use even the PlayStation Portable gaming console as a podcast player. It was more difficult that downloading podcasts to the ipod, since the PSP used a different format for it's files, but PSP podcasts began popping up. In addition, podcasting made inroads to the wider audience of people without iPods, who simply saw podcasting as an extremely convenient way to receive news, music, and entertainment over the internet.
Today, while the iPod podcast type still exists, fewer people subscribe to podcasts as a way of gaining portable media files they can listen to anywhere. Although that is still an attractive part of podcasting, it seems to be eclipsed by the ease with which podcasting has become a content delivery system. Now, podcasting has become tied up with the rising number of audio and video blogs, where blogging is done not by post, but through media files uploaded to the blog. These blogs, and podcasting in general, take advantage of the shrinking cost of broadband internet connections, and the rising number of people with high speed access to offer a picture of the internet rich with multimedia files.
With the change in RSS feeds, ipod podcast took off, and podcasting became a popular way to share files. Users saw podcasting as a way to become radio hosts, or dj's, and a variety of podcasts began popping up. Software was written to automatically check the RSS feeds, extract the links to the podcast episodes, and download the files. These programs became known as podcast clients.
By this time, podcasting had moved beyond the ipod, and they were not simply making an ipod podcast anymore. Some people had figured out how to use even the PlayStation Portable gaming console as a podcast player. It was more difficult that downloading podcasts to the ipod, since the PSP used a different format for it's files, but PSP podcasts began popping up. In addition, podcasting made inroads to the wider audience of people without iPods, who simply saw podcasting as an extremely convenient way to receive news, music, and entertainment over the internet.
Today, while the iPod podcast type still exists, fewer people subscribe to podcasts as a way of gaining portable media files they can listen to anywhere. Although that is still an attractive part of podcasting, it seems to be eclipsed by the ease with which podcasting has become a content delivery system. Now, podcasting has become tied up with the rising number of audio and video blogs, where blogging is done not by post, but through media files uploaded to the blog. These blogs, and podcasting in general, take advantage of the shrinking cost of broadband internet connections, and the rising number of people with high speed access to offer a picture of the internet rich with multimedia files.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Free Applications for your Mobile Phones by John Wells
Mobiles are now not just for receiving and making phone calls these days, they work as your ipod, computer, camera, gaming and tracking device. The use of mobiles is endless.
All Mobile phones are made with an operation system which supports the operation of software applications. For example, Blackberry runs on the Blackberry OS and iPhone from Apple on the iPhone OS. iTunes can also be used to download music, television shows, games and other applications from the Internet. Originally, Motorola Mobile Phones supported the synching of iTunes library with cell phones. Certain mobile phone applications have capabilities of converting YouTube videos to formats compatible with mobile phones. Moreover, most of these applications do not require technical expertise and can be easily installed on cell phones.
Here are some free applications that can be added to your Mobile Phones that will make it more than just a mobile. For browsing, messaging and checking emails Opera Mobile, Skyfire, Google app, Cell Spin are to name a few, browsers that let you do a variety of functions. These browsers not only let you check your emails, you can blog, search, use all Google functions like docs, maps, photos, readers and you can also access social networking sites giving you single window access to Skype, MSN messenger, Gtalk, twitter, yahoo and upload your photos on picassa.
For tracking your phone you can use MobiWee, it allows you remote access to your mobile phone in case you loose it. You can even delete and wirelessly access your data through a pc. Viigo and Pocket Express are modular applications that give you instant access to news, weather, business updates, etc.
Dashwire and Dotfred give you an instant access to your files, contacts, messages, photos, speed dials, appointments saved on your phone. You can access this data through a PC on the internet or even offline.
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All Mobile phones are made with an operation system which supports the operation of software applications. For example, Blackberry runs on the Blackberry OS and iPhone from Apple on the iPhone OS. iTunes can also be used to download music, television shows, games and other applications from the Internet. Originally, Motorola Mobile Phones supported the synching of iTunes library with cell phones. Certain mobile phone applications have capabilities of converting YouTube videos to formats compatible with mobile phones. Moreover, most of these applications do not require technical expertise and can be easily installed on cell phones.
Here are some free applications that can be added to your Mobile Phones that will make it more than just a mobile. For browsing, messaging and checking emails Opera Mobile, Skyfire, Google app, Cell Spin are to name a few, browsers that let you do a variety of functions. These browsers not only let you check your emails, you can blog, search, use all Google functions like docs, maps, photos, readers and you can also access social networking sites giving you single window access to Skype, MSN messenger, Gtalk, twitter, yahoo and upload your photos on picassa.
For tracking your phone you can use MobiWee, it allows you remote access to your mobile phone in case you loose it. You can even delete and wirelessly access your data through a pc. Viigo and Pocket Express are modular applications that give you instant access to news, weather, business updates, etc.
Dashwire and Dotfred give you an instant access to your files, contacts, messages, photos, speed dials, appointments saved on your phone. You can access this data through a PC on the internet or even offline.
For more details on Blackberry Mobile Phones log on to www.consumemate.com
Saturday, August 15, 2009
iPod: The Next Generation? by John Wells
There is no mistaking it, the iPod is a legend, the yard stick by which we compare all portable media players. When you hear phrases like "I just bought a Creative iPod, it's good, but not as good as the Apple one", you just know that, there's no mistaking it, that the iPod is now as much a metaphor for music players as Google is for Search.
Apple has come quite far in what their music players are capable of doing. From its first generation iPods back in 2001 which had 5GB hard drives, black and white screens, and could only play MP3 files, and those too for only 10hrs, to the second generation iPod Touch available today, which has a large 3.5" multi touch screen, with upto 32GB capacity, and with a battery life of over 30hrs.
Where could the iPod go next? Rumours are abound. From portable fitness instructors (for which Apple filed a patent), to a multimedia player with eBook capabilities, which would be in competition to the Amazon Kindle. Whatever it will be it is sure to encompass some of the same innovations that we have seen till now.
It is almost trivial to predict that we will see in increase in the amount of storage space in the iPods of the next generation. What we can hope to see are further changes to the very definition of Portable Media Player. An eBook reader? Surely! Further segregations in the iPod line, targeting specific user types perhaps. An even smaller "pico" iPod? With Apple doing the innovation, it is hard to predict where they might go, but what you can expect, is the unexpected.
The MP3 player is long gone, replaced by the Portable Media Player to encompass the much wider variety of formats that the players are capable of playing today. But hey, you needn't worry, you can still call it an iPod.
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Apple has come quite far in what their music players are capable of doing. From its first generation iPods back in 2001 which had 5GB hard drives, black and white screens, and could only play MP3 files, and those too for only 10hrs, to the second generation iPod Touch available today, which has a large 3.5" multi touch screen, with upto 32GB capacity, and with a battery life of over 30hrs.
Where could the iPod go next? Rumours are abound. From portable fitness instructors (for which Apple filed a patent), to a multimedia player with eBook capabilities, which would be in competition to the Amazon Kindle. Whatever it will be it is sure to encompass some of the same innovations that we have seen till now.
It is almost trivial to predict that we will see in increase in the amount of storage space in the iPods of the next generation. What we can hope to see are further changes to the very definition of Portable Media Player. An eBook reader? Surely! Further segregations in the iPod line, targeting specific user types perhaps. An even smaller "pico" iPod? With Apple doing the innovation, it is hard to predict where they might go, but what you can expect, is the unexpected.
The MP3 player is long gone, replaced by the Portable Media Player to encompass the much wider variety of formats that the players are capable of playing today. But hey, you needn't worry, you can still call it an iPod.
For more Detail on Magazine Subscriptions log on to http://www.thinkdigit.com
Saturday, August 8, 2009
iPod Displays Error to go to Apple Support by Simpson
Apple iPods are included with a particular internal software that allows it to synchronize with a Windows or Macintosh computer system and play various audio and video files. At start, iPod software was developed only to work with Mac OS, but the present iPods can work with Mac OS X and Windows. But iPod software can get corrupted, thus forcing you to restore the iPod in question. Since the iPod restoration process deletes all the data it contains, it becomes essential that you use your recent data backup to retrieve all the lost data. However, when backup cannot give the required results, you should use iPod Data Recovery tools that are the commercial applications designed to recover and restore lost iPod contents.
As an instance, when you turn on your iPod, you might observe an Apple logo or a sad face icon, followed by below error message on screen:
"go to www.apple.com/support/ipod"
If you click this link, it directs you to Apple support website.
Cause
Such behavior is usually exhibited by iPod if any of the below conditions exists:
iPod software is corrupted Hardware issues
Solution
Try using these methods in order to resolve the above mentioned issues:
You should first try to reset your iPod several times. Try to force your iPod in Disk Mode. If you are able to do so, then it is a iPod software related issue. To troubleshoot such problems, you need to restore your iPod that will reinstall the iPod software and set your iPod to default settings with no data. Use your backup to retrieve lost iPod data. If you cannot put the iPod into Disk Mode, then it is a hardware problem. Your iPod needs to be serviced.
After restoring the iPod if you find that data backup is incompetent to offer complete data restoration, you need to use iPod recovery applications. iPod Data Recovery tools are designed with safe and advanced data recovery technology to examine a logically crashed iPod and to extract all the lost videos, images, documents, audio books and other data.
Stellar Phoenix iPod Recovery is a fully-competent data recovery tool for iPod Nano, iPod Classis, iPod Mini and iPod Shuffle. It is a non-destructive iPod data recovery utility designed to recover all music files, graphics, videos, documents and other contents from iPod. The application includes advanced features like File Mask, File Filter, Find File and more.
As an instance, when you turn on your iPod, you might observe an Apple logo or a sad face icon, followed by below error message on screen:
"go to www.apple.com/support/ipod"
If you click this link, it directs you to Apple support website.
Cause
Such behavior is usually exhibited by iPod if any of the below conditions exists:
iPod software is corrupted Hardware issues
Solution
Try using these methods in order to resolve the above mentioned issues:
You should first try to reset your iPod several times. Try to force your iPod in Disk Mode. If you are able to do so, then it is a iPod software related issue. To troubleshoot such problems, you need to restore your iPod that will reinstall the iPod software and set your iPod to default settings with no data. Use your backup to retrieve lost iPod data. If you cannot put the iPod into Disk Mode, then it is a hardware problem. Your iPod needs to be serviced.
After restoring the iPod if you find that data backup is incompetent to offer complete data restoration, you need to use iPod recovery applications. iPod Data Recovery tools are designed with safe and advanced data recovery technology to examine a logically crashed iPod and to extract all the lost videos, images, documents, audio books and other data.
Stellar Phoenix iPod Recovery is a fully-competent data recovery tool for iPod Nano, iPod Classis, iPod Mini and iPod Shuffle. It is a non-destructive iPod data recovery utility designed to recover all music files, graphics, videos, documents and other contents from iPod. The application includes advanced features like File Mask, File Filter, Find File and more.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
iPhone Applications: Trendsetter Tools by David Jackson
What started with its launch, steadily transformed into a cult following and even after two years of its release - Apple iPhone unquestionably places itself as the most coveted and desired gadget in the present scenario. Soon after its official launch, many technology experts went overboard with their critical comments as they tried to thrash this highly innovative gadget for some nominal drawbacks. Ultimately, this genius gadget made these critics eat their words as it has been consistently adding more and more individuals in its substantial fan base. Besides bringing various leading technologies on the vanguard, Apple iPhone has also revolutionized the concept of touchscreen. Since its release, all the leading handset manufactures have released their versions of touchscreen handsets, but none could come a bit close to the popularity of an iPhone. A major development on the front of iPhone web application has also made significant impact.
As a compact smartphone, apple iPhone offers many connectivity solutions. With the help of latest tools, you do get a lot in terms of refined entertainment. You can also use it as an iPod and surf the Internet in the easiest possible way on its intuitive screen. Considering its complete range of iPhone web application, iPhone appears like a slim gizmo. There is no dearth of options and tools, when it comes to customized applications for iPhone. You get a fully functional and well-designed PDA with a camera. On the other hand, it also works as an Internet communicator, as it enables you to surf - whenever you want. On the other hand, there are many special software applications, which are exclusively designed to make it a handy mobile handset for you such as: Calendar, SMS and MMS text messaging, voice mail, Safari, Maps, YouTube, iPod-style MP3 player, CoverFlow, and games.
Since the launch of the Apple iPhone 3G, many leading software companies across the world have been providing customized iPhone application solutions. In its well designed connectivity features, you get audio conferencing, caller ID, call holding, video calling, voice dialing, MP3 integration, internet access, email and text messaging among others. This superb gadget also enables you to enjoy Internet surfing via Wi-Fi network. You can surf the Internet by using its free safari web browser.
As a compact smartphone, apple iPhone offers many connectivity solutions. With the help of latest tools, you do get a lot in terms of refined entertainment. You can also use it as an iPod and surf the Internet in the easiest possible way on its intuitive screen. Considering its complete range of iPhone web application, iPhone appears like a slim gizmo. There is no dearth of options and tools, when it comes to customized applications for iPhone. You get a fully functional and well-designed PDA with a camera. On the other hand, it also works as an Internet communicator, as it enables you to surf - whenever you want. On the other hand, there are many special software applications, which are exclusively designed to make it a handy mobile handset for you such as: Calendar, SMS and MMS text messaging, voice mail, Safari, Maps, YouTube, iPod-style MP3 player, CoverFlow, and games.
Since the launch of the Apple iPhone 3G, many leading software companies across the world have been providing customized iPhone application solutions. In its well designed connectivity features, you get audio conferencing, caller ID, call holding, video calling, voice dialing, MP3 integration, internet access, email and text messaging among others. This superb gadget also enables you to enjoy Internet surfing via Wi-Fi network. You can surf the Internet by using its free safari web browser.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Freely enjoy DVD/video on your iPod, iPhone, Zune, PSP etc -Wondershare Software Releases the Brand-new DVD Converter by Wondershare Software
Wondershare Software, a leading developer of digital media and multi-media software provider, releases its brand-new Wondershare DVD Converter. This brand-new DVD Converter software will be the ideal choice for those who want to enjoy their favorite DVD movies and video clips on various portable media players such as Zune, iPod, Apple TV, iPhone, PSP, Creative Zen, PS3, Xbox 360, Archos etc.
This DVD Video Converter is an all-in-one DVD conversion software. It allows users to convert DVDs and all kinds of videos including SD and HD videos with super fast speed and high quality. It also provides users a lot of amazing editing functions to edit video for their every need.
Highlights of Wondershare DVD Converter1. Perfectly rip DVD to various video and audio formats you need for every device.2. Convert video including HD video to any popular video with super speed and high quality.3. Extract audio from DVD/video to M4A, WMA, WAV, MP3, AAC, AC3, etc. 4. Edit video with unique editing features to trim, crop, adjust effect, add watermark, etc.5. Two real-time preview windows let you get the best video effects out of your movies.6. The snapshot function allows you to capture any picture from video and save as jpeg or bmp format.7. Configure an output profile such as Resolution, Frame Rate, Encoder and Bit Rate for every video or audio conversion you need.8. The auto-check for update ensures you own all the latest functions and better video conversion experience.
Pricing and AvailabilityWondershare DVD Converter is available with only $45.95. More detailed information is available at:http://www.dvd-ripper-copy.com/dvd-converter.html
About Wondershare Software As one of the world's leading multimedia software companies, Wondershare software is dedicated to creating and marketing multimedia Windows and Macintosh applications for both business and home users. For more information, you can visit the website at: http://www.dvd-ripper-copy.com
This DVD Video Converter is an all-in-one DVD conversion software. It allows users to convert DVDs and all kinds of videos including SD and HD videos with super fast speed and high quality. It also provides users a lot of amazing editing functions to edit video for their every need.
Highlights of Wondershare DVD Converter1. Perfectly rip DVD to various video and audio formats you need for every device.2. Convert video including HD video to any popular video with super speed and high quality.3. Extract audio from DVD/video to M4A, WMA, WAV, MP3, AAC, AC3, etc. 4. Edit video with unique editing features to trim, crop, adjust effect, add watermark, etc.5. Two real-time preview windows let you get the best video effects out of your movies.6. The snapshot function allows you to capture any picture from video and save as jpeg or bmp format.7. Configure an output profile such as Resolution, Frame Rate, Encoder and Bit Rate for every video or audio conversion you need.8. The auto-check for update ensures you own all the latest functions and better video conversion experience.
Pricing and AvailabilityWondershare DVD Converter is available with only $45.95. More detailed information is available at:http://www.dvd-ripper-copy.com/dvd-converter.html
About Wondershare Software As one of the world's leading multimedia software companies, Wondershare software is dedicated to creating and marketing multimedia Windows and Macintosh applications for both business and home users. For more information, you can visit the website at: http://www.dvd-ripper-copy.com
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Apple 3g I Phone For Whole New World of Applications by Fuizy Martin
I phone is not just a phone. This I phone involves three major devices in one: a revolutionary mobile phone, a large and wide screen iPod, and highly connective Internet device. The large screen of Apple 3G I phone makes it possible to visualize the contents-music, movies and TV shows as if they are all real. In fact scrolling is also made easier through this large screen. Make your finger touch and select the album you want to select.
I phone is not just a phone. This I phone involves three major devices in one: a revolutionary mobile phone, a large and wide screen iPod, and highly connective Internet device.
These phones are better named as revolutionary because they are loaded with multi-touch interface. Make a call just by tapping on the number or contact and visual voicemail enables to listen to the messages in whatever order the user wants.
The large screen of Apple 3G I phone makes it possible to visualize the contents-music, movies and TV shows as if they are all real. In fact scrolling is also made easier through this large screen. Make your finger touch and select the album you want to select.
I phone is a medium to use fastest 3G technology and Wi-Fi wireless connection to deliver rich HTML email, Maps with GPS and Safari- the latest web browser on a mobile phone. One can send emails through Wi-Fi or 3G and simultaneously talk to the desired person on phone. Certainly this Apple 3G I phone facilitates a lot of functions at one go.
Come and discover the whole new world of applications by choosing amongst thousands of applications and download them with a small tap. Think of an activity and that is available on your I phone. You can play all possible wild and refined games, get all sorts of information and make yourself a walking encyclopedia with regular Internet browsing.
Explore yourself and your world all around. Make yourself productive in terms of knowledge and guidance. Know about the latest happenings all over the world as soon as they occur through this lean and sleek tech-wizard. Discover new restaurants with their locations at any point of time to go and visit them anytime.
The touch display makes your soft fingers work without any effort to sync your phone with computer. It is its Multi-touch display, intelligent keyboard and smart sensors, Apple 3G I phone have made a revolutionary debut which is years ahead of other mobile phones.
Its GPS power Maps application helps in finding out locations and get directions of the places of your choice within a few seconds. Log on to themobilestore to gather all possible knowledge and purchase this Apple 3G I phone.
I phone is not just a phone. This I phone involves three major devices in one: a revolutionary mobile phone, a large and wide screen iPod, and highly connective Internet device.
These phones are better named as revolutionary because they are loaded with multi-touch interface. Make a call just by tapping on the number or contact and visual voicemail enables to listen to the messages in whatever order the user wants.
The large screen of Apple 3G I phone makes it possible to visualize the contents-music, movies and TV shows as if they are all real. In fact scrolling is also made easier through this large screen. Make your finger touch and select the album you want to select.
I phone is a medium to use fastest 3G technology and Wi-Fi wireless connection to deliver rich HTML email, Maps with GPS and Safari- the latest web browser on a mobile phone. One can send emails through Wi-Fi or 3G and simultaneously talk to the desired person on phone. Certainly this Apple 3G I phone facilitates a lot of functions at one go.
Come and discover the whole new world of applications by choosing amongst thousands of applications and download them with a small tap. Think of an activity and that is available on your I phone. You can play all possible wild and refined games, get all sorts of information and make yourself a walking encyclopedia with regular Internet browsing.
Explore yourself and your world all around. Make yourself productive in terms of knowledge and guidance. Know about the latest happenings all over the world as soon as they occur through this lean and sleek tech-wizard. Discover new restaurants with their locations at any point of time to go and visit them anytime.
The touch display makes your soft fingers work without any effort to sync your phone with computer. It is its Multi-touch display, intelligent keyboard and smart sensors, Apple 3G I phone have made a revolutionary debut which is years ahead of other mobile phones.
Its GPS power Maps application helps in finding out locations and get directions of the places of your choice within a few seconds. Log on to themobilestore to gather all possible knowledge and purchase this Apple 3G I phone.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
8-in-1 Black Fm Transmitter Car Kit with Remote and Car Adapter for Ipod 3rd, 4th, 5th Generation, Mini, Photo, U2, Nano 2nd Gen, Video, Classic, Touc
Product Description 8-in-1 Black Fm Transmitter Car Kit with Remote and Car Adapter for Ipod 3rd, 4th, 5th Generation, Mini, Photo, U2, Nano 2nd Gen, Video, Classic, TouchFrom Bargaincell
The 8-in-1 Car Kit is a portable ipod charger, FM transmitter and holder for users on the go. Simply plug it into your cars cigarette lighter and enjoy full stereo quality sound.
Product Details
Brand: Bargaincell
Dimensions: .50 pounds
Features
Brand new non-OEM.
8-In-1 Features: FM transmitter: All channels, Car charger, Holder with adjustable clip, LED display for FM channels, Support full stereo music
Support all FM channels.
Power by car cigarette adapter.No battery required.
iPod not included. Compatibility: Apple iPod 3rd, 4th, 5th Generation, Mini, Photo, U2, 1st, 2nd, Gen Nano, Video, Classic, Touch
Customer Reviews 8-in-1 Black Fm Transmitter Car Kit with Remote and Car Adapter for Ipod 3rd, 4th, 5th Generation, Mini, Photo, U2, Nano 2nd Gen, Video, Classic, TouchFrom Bargaincell
BEST FM TRANSMITTER I HAVE EVER OWNED I don't usually write reviews, but I was so pleased with this product that I had to do it. I have owned several FM transmitters (Griffin, Belkin) and always found them to be very annoying with having to change channels constantly. With this one I drove all the way across New York State and never changed the channel once. There was very little hissing and interference. Moreover, the holder is very handy and adjusts to many different sized ipods. I have a Touch, I didn't try it on other kinds. Great product! (Even has a remote, which I will probably lose, but it's still nifty)
Great Product I was pretty skeptical about purchasing this product at first. I examined many of the IPOD car kits and many of them had terrible reviews. This was the one that had the least complaints, was one of the cheapest...so therefore, I purchased it. I am completely satisfied with this product. It works wonderfully. The music from my IPOD sounds just as if I was playing a CD in my car. You just have to find a radio station that picks up well enough, which for me only took 2 tries. I think its an excellent product and would definitely recommend it to anyone searching for an IPOD car kit...take it from someone that did tons of research, read many reviews, and is price conscientious.
Reception is great but the quality is not We live in the Phoenix, AZ area and first tried the Kensington Digital FM Transmiter KMW33185. The Kensington had poor reception and would frequently have static and background noise. Therefore, we decided to try this one from Bargaincell. The reception on this one is far better than the Kensington. The best thing about it is that it comes in with very little static or intereference. However, that is now a sweet memory since it broke after only 45 days of use (conveniently after the 30 day return period). I guess I should've seen this coming since it is made from a hollow sounding cheap plastic and it was less expensive than some of the other devices out there. So I guess you get what you pay for but I did expect it to last more than 45 days. The place it broke was where you plug it into your lighter/dc adapter. We had to take it out each time it was used because it gets so hot inside the car here that the digital fm station readout would've faded/burned. Maybe if one left it in it the dc plug without removing it each time it would last longer...who knows. One other negative is that it is hard to shift without bumping/knocking into it so you really have to put it into drive first then plug it in (this is true for 3 different vehicles we tried).
Friday, June 19, 2009
Apple iPod nano 16 GB Purple (4th Generation) LATEST MODEL
Product Details Apple iPod nano 16 GB Purple (4th Generation) LATEST MODELFrom Apple Computer
Amazon Sales Rank: #234 in Consumer Electronics
Size: 16 GB
Color: Purple
Brand: Apple
Model: MB909LL/A
Dimensions: 4.00" h x 1.80" w x 2.20" l, .35 pounds
Display size: 2
Features
16 GB capacity for 4,000 songs, 14,000 photos, or 16 hours of video
Up to 24 hours of music playback or 4 hours of video playback when fully charged
2-inch LCD with blue-white LED backlight and 320-by-240-pixel resolution
Supported audio formats: AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
Supported video formats: H.264, MPEG-4; Supported image file types: JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG
Editorial Reviews Apple iPod nano 16 GB Purple (4th Generation) LATEST MODELFrom Apple Computer
Amazon.com Product Description--Posted September 9, 2008 With eight amazing colors, a new curved design, and great new features, iPod nano rocks like never before. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a playlist for you. With its built-in accelerometer, iPod nano is made to move. Give it a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your library. Turn it on its side to flip through your album art in Cover Flow. And tilt, move, and play accelerometer-inspired games (games available separately). Watching movies, TV shows, and video is even more fun on the sharp 2-inch screen. And your photos (up to 14,000 of them) look great in portrait or landscape view. Available in 8 GB and 16 GB models, the 16 GB iPod nano puts up to 4,000 songs or 16 hours of video in your pocket.
A Musical GeniusSay you're listening to a song you really like and want to hear other tracks that go great with it. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a Genius Playlist for you. It's like having your own highly intelligent, personal DJ.
Find Your Music FasterIt's even easier to find the song you want to hear. Now you can view your album art in Cover Flow. Or just press and hold the Center button to browse by album or artist. When you find the right song, press the Center button to add it to your on-the-go playlist.
Rock and Roll OverTilt or turn iPod nano on its side, and you'll listen, watch, and play in new ways. You can flip through your album art with Cover Flow. Or, vertically speaking, see more albums and artists on the screen at one time.
Shake Your Groove ThingSometimes, we could all use a little unpredictability. And now you can shake to change your music. Just give iPod nano a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your music library. You'll always be surprised by what you'll hear.
Let the Games BeginNow you can get in on games made especially for iPod nano and the accelerometer. They respond to the way you move, so they're immersive, addictive, and a blast. The iPod nano comes with Maze, which lets you work your way through vast mazes by tilting and moving. You can find even more games on the iTunes Store.
Even Your Photos RockPull hundreds of photos from your pocket and share them wherever you go. Hold iPod nano upright and see your photos in portrait view. Turn the player on its side to see them in landscape. Your photos look beautiful in their proper aspect ratio on the vibrant, 320-by-240-resolution display.
The World's Biggest Small ScreenWatching movies, TV shows, and videos is big fun on iPod nano. And the high-resolution picture looks crisp and vivid on the 2-inch widescreen display. So you can always have a little video with you.
Reduced Environmental ImpactThe iPod nano embodies Apple's continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:
Arsenic-free glass
Brominated flame retardant-free
Mercury-free
PVC-free
Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure
What's in the BoxiPod nano, earphones, USB 2.0 cable, dock adapter, quick start guide
Customer Reviews Apple iPod nano 16 GB Purple (4th Generation) LATEST MODELFrom Apple Computer
Some nice improvement but incompatible with Bose... Having 16GB of storage is a huge plus for the new version of the Nano. The control wheel seems a bit "stiff" and it is not as responsive as past versions but it works fine. The menus and setup choices have been improved. These are nice but don't make a major difference. "Shake" shuffle is a bit silly (in my opinion it is just as easy to push the advance on the control wheel) but it can easily be turned off. BIG MINUS - Apple un-necessarily changed the plug on this version of the Nano. The unit will not charge using my older iPod chargers. The bigger issue is that my Bose and other expensive speaker units will play this Nano but they won't charge it. Apple is beginning to act more and more like Microsoft - forcing its customers to make un-necessary software upgrades and expensive hardware changes in order to use their latest product versions. Anyway - the Nano is a great product. If you already have a Nano the only justification I can find to upgrade would be the need for more storage or the desire to play video on a very small screen. If you don't need the video or more music storage you should stick with your older Nano.
4th generation of a standard setting device this is my 6th portable digital music device so far, and i tried to avoid ipods because they always got bad reviews for malfunctioning and lacking features. this on is a different story. not only is this ipod the thinnest ipod ever made (you can stop here, apple, any further and it will vanish), its made smart, and so far its a very good buy for me. unlike everyone thinks cover flow cant be turned off, it can. instantly after i connected my ipod to itunes a new firmware update popped up, and one of the updates was an option to turn off cover flow, among other things. + pros -incredibly thin. i cant even tell its in my pocket -aluminum casing and glass screen offer excellent scratch resistence -very light -very competitive pricing - 16 gb for what the nano offers is the most affordble nano ever. the apple reputation has never been so attainable. - accelerometer - this adds a few fun touches to operate without pressing buttons, is very useful for rotation on the screen when viewing pictures or watching videos. games are now actually very interesting - screen clarity -simplicity of use -lots of colours to choose from - cons ITUNES - as usual itunes is very frustrating and needs redesigned. itunes 8 is dependent on quicktime! any quirks at all with it and your back to reinstallation. expect to encounter problems - battery life - below average for me so far, no big deal though. just dont mess around with the thing so much -everything is automated - when i put the headphones in the jack, or disactivate the hold button, it shouldn't automatically turn on. -Apple is NOT doing the 3rd party crap. all apple accessories for ipods here on out must be apple brand or apple certified. depressing... er, then i suppose theres a "both" category -genius- theres something i havent noticed people mention, or if they do, its complaints. Genius is an absolutely worthless feature when used on the ipod. It works with only about 25% of PURCHASES. And it doesn't make a very satisfying playlist even when it does work. But honestly who should expect that? When you use genius on, itunes, yeah it still sucks at making playlists, and it is frustrating, but it's an excellent tool for finding new music, because it reccomends a huge list of new songs and different artists that usually appeal to your taste. overall a big improvement compared to other ipods ive seen. the pricing and compactness, features and ease of use stand out. (get the 16 gb if you really want movies, or go for the classic or touch) i give it ****.
Good Ideas, Poor Execution With introductions like the accelerometer, genius, redesigned interface, and an even smaller package, who couldn't love Apple's new Ipod nano? While these sound like great additions, they really don't result in a better ipod. While the new interface, genius, and size, don't hurt, the accelerometer really ruins the whole package. The accelerometer might work well in the iphone and ipod touch, in the nano it is just really annoying. It is way to sensitive and causes problems with simple things like volume. The accelerometer often changes the now playing screen to the cover flow which keeps the volume from being changed without the ipod being pulled out and flipped. The shake to shuffle also causes problems, it is to sensitive as well and will activate when it is not intended to. At least the shake to shuffle can be turned off, I just wish the the accelerometer as a whole could be turned off. If it had that capacity this review could have easily turned from a 2 to a 5.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation) LATEST MODEL
Product Details Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation) LATEST MODELFrom Apple Computer
Amazon Sales Rank: #189 in Consumer Electronics
Color: Black
Brand: Apple
Model: MC164LL/A
Dimensions: 1.00" h x 5.00" w x 5.00" l, 1.00 pounds
Features
4 GB capacity for about 1,000 songs
Up to 10 hours of audio on a single charge
Ultra-compact--smaller than a AA battery
Supports AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV audio formats
1-year limited warranty and single-incident telephone support for the first 90 days
Editorial Reviews Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation) LATEST MODELFrom Apple Computer
Amazon.com Product Description The third-generation iPod shuffle is the talk of the music world. Not just because it's incredibly small--half the size of the previous generation. And not just because it holds up to 1,000 songs and supports multiple playlists. It's the talk of the town because it's the only music player in the world that talks to you. The new VoiceOver feature lets iPod shuffle tell you what song is playing and who's performing it. It also tells you the names of your playlists. With VoiceOver--and with the controls conveniently located on the earbud cord--it's even easier to navigate your music. You can do it without taking your eyes off your run, your ride, or whatever you're doing.
The iPod shuffle 3G: The First Music Player That Talks to You
World's Smallest Music Player
Ultra-Compact, Ultra-SleekIts compact, anodized aluminum design is nearly half the size of the previous iPod shuffle and smaller than a AA battery. But don't be fooled by its diminutive nature. It might be small on the outside, but it holds a lot on the inside. With iPod shuffle now available in 4 GB capacity, you can take up to 1,000 songs with you anywhere. And with the controls located where you can quickly access them, it's also easier to use.
Most WearableThe iPod shuffle comes with a brilliant stainless steel clip that lets you securely wear your music no matter where you are. Clip it to your workout gear when you're at the gym. Clip it to your backpack or belt when you're on the go. If you want, you can even clip it out of sight. Whether you're walking, running, cycling, or skiing, you'll always have your favorite songs and playlists with you.
Your Music Library to Go
Store More MusicIt's hard to believe that something so small could carry so much music. But now that the iPod shuffle has 4 GB, you have plenty of room to store up to 1,000 songs. Load up all the music you want, and hit the road for as long as you like. Slide the switch to "Shuffle," and get ready for the most unpredictable ride of your life. Or slide the switch to "Play in Order" to hear your playlists from start to finish.
Multiple PlaylistsYou've probably made multiple playlists in iTunes. You have one for your commute, another one for the gym, and then a few more for just chilling out. Now, with the iPod shuffle 3G, you can sync them all and take them wherever you go. Up to 4 GB gives you plenty of room to hold a playlist for every occasion--which means you'll always have the perfect mix to match your activity or mood. And with VoiceOver telling you the name of each playlist, you can easily switch between them and find the one you want. You also can have audiobooks and podcasts on your iPod shuffle. Audiobooks will be put into separate playlists automatically, and podcast episodes will be grouped together in a Podcasts playlist.
Easy Access ControlsYou'll find controls for the new iPod shuffle in two locations. On the right earbud cord, you'll find the controls that let you interact with your music. And on the top of the iPod shuffle, there's a switch that lets you choose to shuffle, to play your songs in order, or to turn off your iPod shuffle.
Using the Apple Earphones with RemoteAll the controls you need to interact with your music--adjusting volume, changing songs, switching playlists, and hearing song titles and artist names--are built into the Apple Earphones with Remote. You control the iPod shuffle by pressing the top, center, or bottom button on the control. This makes it easy to navigate your music and activate the VoiceOver feature, without taking your eyes off what you're doing.
Customer Reviews Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation) LATEST MODELFrom Apple Computer
Buyer BEWARE! I am a runner and was delighted to receive this ipod 3G as a gift. However, after runnning with it a few times the headset controls locked up. Apparently moisture (from sweating) got into the mechanics of the headset controls and it stopped forwarding songs and adjusting volume. If you check the apple ipod website there are hundreds upon hundreds of complaints from people who exercised with their ipod 3G and the headset controls completely stopped working.
Don't buy it!! I liked it @ 1st. I liked the size which is why I bought another shuffle. Didn't mind the headset controls although they could be annoying. Was very happy with the size. Problem was that headset broke in about 2 weeks! With clicking that headset for all functions I don't see how it would last that long. My old iPod shuffle still works fine but I wanted the ability to create song lists for when I exercise. I guess I'll have to get a Nano now & deal with the size.
Pretty, but dumb design Yes, it looks very, very pretty. Annoyance #1: you can only use the provided (barely acceptable) Apple ear buds to control the device. Forget non-Apple buds or headphones as you won't be able to control the volume or anything else. Annoyance #2: beads of sweat roll down the Apple ear buds onto the control, rendering it useless quickly. Not good if you go running or go to the gym with this thing. Annoyance #3: has a detectable background hiss. Annoyance #4: the older 2nd Gen Shuffle sorted songs alphabetically by artist, this one sorts alphabetically by song title. No more listening to all your Kings of Leon or Beatles songs unless you've created a playlist. Summary: don't buy this if a) you plan to exercise, or b) you don't want to exercise but listen to the iPod using decent (non-Apple) buds or headphones. Don't buy it if you want a really functional and flexible iPod. Buy it if you just want to impress your friends with a cool-looking device. Apple missed the target with this one.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Apple iPod 3rd, 4th, 5th Generation, Mini, Photo, U2, Video, Classic, Touch, Nano, iPhone RCA AV (Video & Audio ) Cable with iPod Plug
Product Description Apple iPod 3rd, 4th, 5th Generation, Mini, Photo, U2, Video, Classic, Touch, Nano, iPhone RCA AV (Video & Audio ) Cable with iPod PlugFrom Bargaincell
The iPod Compatible 3.5mm to RCA Audio/Video Cable allows you to play music, photos, and video from your iPod through your home entertainment system. Using your iPod's headphone jack to get audio and video out to your stereo or television frees up your dock connector allowing you to charge your iPod at the same time.
Product Details
Brand: Bargaincell
Dimensions: .50 pounds
Features
This AV Cable provides composite video and audio output for viewing photo slideshows with music on a
Designed specifically for iPod with Color Display (including iPod Photo and iPod Video).
It connects from the headphone port of the iPod to your TV with RCA video and audio jack
Customer Reviews
So far, so good I read many of the reviews here and I found that the directions about how to use that were provided by Heather Wright were very helpful. I have tested it on my T.V. at home and it works exactly as expected. My hope is to be able to download movies from itunes onto my ipod touch and then take the ipod camping, where we have another t.v. and then we can watch these on rainy days. I am confident, after trying it at home that this will work. The cable we received was not exactly as shown. It also includes a USB attachment on the end where the AV connections are. Not sure how to use this, unless it replaces my other computer/ipod cable, I am sure I will be able to figure it out with a little more research.
Cable works perfectly. I also have an iPod classic and this cable works great to plug it into my receiver for both video and audio. You don't get an on-screen display of the iPod, but all the videos show up perfectly. If you are looking to plug in your iPod to a sound system, don't go for the high-priced docks, buy this cable!
Video Sometimes Works When I first got this, it worked perfectly. After a week or so, the video started working inconsistently. After 3 weeks, the video capability never works. My iPod gives me an error message asking for a video connector when I try to send the AV signal out. It works great for the audio, though.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Rapid Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND Generation
Product Description Rapid Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND GenerationFrom Bargaincell
For the professional executive on the go, this charger is a must! The travel charger is lightweight and easy to carry while traveling. Simply plug one end into the wall, the other into your iphone, and it will recharge and condition your battery.
Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #151 in Consumer Electronics
Brand: Bargaincell
Dimensions: 3.00 pounds
Features
Brand new non-OEM
Input: 100V - 240V (U.S. & World Standard)
LED light power indicator.
Best replacement for original iphone travel charger.
Intelligent IC chip inside recognizes a fully charged battery and automatically switches to a saver mode to prevent overcharging and short circuit.
Customer Reviews Rapid Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND GenerationFrom Bargaincell
it works and it's cheap Hey what more can I say? It charges my Ipod touch 2nd Gen, and my Nano 4th gen. I don't know what Nano 4th 2nd means.... It's so cheap it comes in a generic box with no label or papers whatsoever. But why spend $25 for apple's charger, when this one works?
WORTH IT!! Works with I Touch 2G! This is worth the 76 cents it costs! It works GREAT and better than the $30dollar ones they sell at best buy. Why? Because the ones at best buy don't allow sound through while you're using it on the charger. THIS one allows sound to play while it's plugged in and being used. I can't begin to say how great of a product this is. I've only used it on an itouch 2G, but it works perfectly!
broken first day charged great. prongs for plug suck.... got stuck in the outlet and broke first time use. now i have a prong stuck in the outlet and a charger thats useless
Friday, May 29, 2009
DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black)
Product Details DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black)From Digital Lifestyle Outfitters
Color: Black
Brand: DLO
Model: DLZ91000/17
Dimensions: 5.00" h x 1.30" w x 8.00" l, 1.00 pounds
Features
Leather case with front cover and soft, fabric-lined interior
Sleek belt clip keeps iPod classic securely at your side
Padded cover flips up to reveal a hidden pocket--perfect for an ID, credit cards, or cash
Full access to all iPod controls, click wheel, and dock connector
Access to iPod headset jack, even when closed; compatible with 80 GB and 160 GB iPod classic 6G
Editorial Reviews DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black)From Digital Lifestyle Outfitters
Amazon.com Product Description The HipCase for the iPod classic is a folio-style case that gives you complete body protection, a padded flip-up cover with hidden inner pocket, a leather-covered belt clip, and total iPod access--all in one sleek leather package.
Clip Your iPod Classic--in StyleThe HipCase's sturdy, leather-covered belt clip ensures that your iPod classic will always be within easy reach. And with its clean lines and stylish construction, the HipCase is the perfect accessory--from a suit and tie to jeans and a T-shirt. Clipped securely to your belt or your backpack, the HipCase protects your iPod classic in style.
Constructed of fine-quality leather and featuring a soft fabric-lined interior, the HipCase surrounds your iPod with sophisticated protection. Flip open the padded cover to reveal a hidden pocket--perfect for credit cards, IDs, or cash.
The HipCase provides complete access to your iPod classic controls and dock connector. Even when closed, you'll find access to the earbud jack along the top, as well as access to the dock connector--which means you can plug in and sync your iPod without having to remove it from your HipCase.
What's in the BoxBlack DLO HipCase for the iPod Classic
Customer Reviews DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black)From Digital Lifestyle Outfitters
great ipod case! Gave my 19yr old son a new IPod and this case for his birthday... he thinks it looks cool (which is REALLY important at that age! :) , protects his IPod, and yet it's still easy to use his IPod, which can sometimes be an issue with cases... he says he would definitely buy it again...
Good buy and value Excellent case easy to use and perfect fit. Great to have something that does not scratch the IPOD like so many of the hard cover protectors.
A contrary point of view Very attractive and functioned well--until it was yanked (my headphones got snagged) and then the fabric around the clip ripped, rendering it useless. The yank in question was not all that forceful.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation)
Product Details Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation)From Apple Computer
Amazon Sales Rank: #193 in Consumer Electronics
Color: Black
Brand: Apple
Model: MC164LL/A
Dimensions: 1.00" h x 5.00" w x 5.00" l, 1.00 pounds
Features
4 GB capacity for about 1,000 songs
Up to 10 hours of audio on a single charge
Ultra-compact--smaller than a AA battery
Supports AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV audio formats
1-year limited warranty and single-incident telephone support for the first 90 days
Editorial Reviews Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation)From Apple Computer
Amazon.com Product Description The third-generation iPod shuffle is the talk of the music world. Not just because it's incredibly small--half the size of the previous generation. And not just because it holds up to 1,000 songs and supports multiple playlists. It's the talk of the town because it's the only music player in the world that talks to you. The new VoiceOver feature lets iPod shuffle tell you what song is playing and who's performing it. It also tells you the names of your playlists. With VoiceOver--and with the controls conveniently located on the earbud cord--it's even easier to navigate your music. You can do it without taking your eyes off your run, your ride, or whatever you're doing.
The iPod shuffle 3G: The First Music Player That Talks to You
World's Smallest Music Player
Ultra-Compact, Ultra-SleekIts compact, anodized aluminum design is nearly half the size of the previous iPod shuffle and smaller than a AA battery. But don't be fooled by its diminutive nature. It might be small on the outside, but it holds a lot on the inside. With iPod shuffle now available in 4 GB capacity, you can take up to 1,000 songs with you anywhere. And with the controls located where you can quickly access them, it's also easier to use.
Most WearableThe iPod shuffle comes with a brilliant stainless steel clip that lets you securely wear your music no matter where you are. Clip it to your workout gear when you're at the gym. Clip it to your backpack or belt when you're on the go. If you want, you can even clip it out of sight. Whether you're walking, running, cycling, or skiing, you'll always have your favorite songs and playlists with you.
Your Music Library to Go
Store More MusicIt's hard to believe that something so small could carry so much music. But now that the iPod shuffle has 4 GB, you have plenty of room to store up to 1,000 songs. Load up all the music you want, and hit the road for as long as you like. Slide the switch to "Shuffle," and get ready for the most unpredictable ride of your life. Or slide the switch to "Play in Order" to hear your playlists from start to finish.
Multiple PlaylistsYou've probably made multiple playlists in iTunes. You have one for your commute, another one for the gym, and then a few more for just chilling out. Now, with the iPod shuffle 3G, you can sync them all and take them wherever you go. Up to 4 GB gives you plenty of room to hold a playlist for every occasion--which means you'll always have the perfect mix to match your activity or mood. And with VoiceOver telling you the name of each playlist, you can easily switch between them and find the one you want. You also can have audiobooks and podcasts on your iPod shuffle. Audiobooks will be put into separate playlists automatically, and podcast episodes will be grouped together in a Podcasts playlist.
Easy Access ControlsYou'll find controls for the new iPod shuffle in two locations. On the right earbud cord, you'll find the controls that let you interact with your music. And on the top of the iPod shuffle, there's a switch that lets you choose to shuffle, to play your songs in order, or to turn off your iPod shuffle.
Using the Apple Earphones with RemoteAll the controls you need to interact with your music--adjusting volume, changing songs, switching playlists, and hearing song titles and artist names--are built into the Apple Earphones with Remote. You control the iPod shuffle by pressing the top, center, or bottom button on the control. This makes it easy to navigate your music and activate the VoiceOver feature, without taking your eyes off what you're doing.
Three-Way SwitchThe new iPod shuffle now has a stainless steel switch with three positions that let you choose how you want to listen to your music. Slide it to the left to shuffle your songs. Slide it to the middle to play your songs in order. Or slide it to the right to turn everything off.
Also, an LED on the top of the iPod shuffle displays such things as syncing and battery status.
Introducing VoiceOverVoiceOver is the exciting new feature that makes iPod shuffle the first music player that talks to you. It entirely changes the way you browse and navigate your music. Say you're listening to a song and want to know the title or the artist. With the press of a button, VoiceOver tells you--without interrupting your music. But the fun doesn't stop with songs. For the first time ever on an iPod shuffle, you can have multiple playlists, and VoiceOver announces their names, too. So you can easily find the right mix without taking your eyes off your run, your ride, or whatever you're doing.
How It WorksA lot of work has gone into creating an iPod shuffle that not only talks, but says the right things. It all begins with iTunes and its seamless integration with iPod. iTunes reads your song information, then uses the new VoiceOver Kit to generate the announcements for the songs, artists, and playlists on your iPod shuffle. You'll hear different voices depending on what type of computer system you use when you sync your iPod shuffle. If you sync it with a PC or with a Mac running Mac OS X Tiger, you'll hear the English voice included in the VoiceOver Kit. And since Mac OS X Leopard already has an amazing English voice built in, that's the one you'll hear when you sync your iPod shuffle with a Mac running Leopard.
Multiple LanguagesYour music library may have songs from all over the world--a love song from France, a bolero from Spain, a pop tune from Japan. Luckily, VoiceOver speaks in 14 languages. iTunes automatically selects the language and best voice for your song titles and artist names. It looks at song data, like the title, artist, and album information, then applies intelligent algorithms to choose the right language. For example, iTunes recognizes the song "Ya Viene el Sol" by Ozomatli as a Spanish song, so your iPod shuffle will automatically speak that song title and artist name in Spanish. If you'd prefer to hear song titles and artist names spoken in a specific language, you can change the designated VoiceOver language in iTunes. Just select one or more songs, choose Get Info from the File menu, and then select the VoiceOver language in the Options pane.
Customer Reviews Apple iPod shuffle 4 GB Black (3rd Generation)From Apple Computer
Teen appealing I bought this ipod shuffle for my sixteen year old daughter. She really likes it. However, I think that I may have been better off saving up for a ipod nano. This ipod only came in black and silver. My daughter would have preferred a different color. Overall the quality is good but for $60 more you can get a ipod nano with a lot more features.
I declared myself an apple fanboy after I bought this. I would give it 3 1/2 stars. Pros: -Very, very small and awesome form factor design -Sounds pretty decent -I like the voice over feature -Big capacity for the form factor Cons: -Headphones -Headphones -Headphones I am using my shuffle to run and it is working pretty good.I do not regret my buy, but if you prefer a better overall value, I recommend the Sansa Clip.
Great Design - Idiotic Critical Design Flaw - Sweat Ruins Headphones The unit itself is terrific, the voice music ID thing is great, the size is fantastic, and, theoretically, the controls are cleverly built into the headset. But what the geniuses who designed the headsets apparently failed to take into account is that PEOPLE ACTUALLY SWEAT when they workout. For those of us who use these for running, it's a real blast to have the thing start shorting out 5 miles into your run because droplets of sweat from your head or neck hit the control switch that's built into the right earphone. Suddenly the volume either minimizes or maximizes, the track skip and rewind functions stop working, and play/pause works only sparodcially. This has happened to me THREE TIMES with THREE REPLACEMENT EARPHONES. Each time I take an hour of my day to schlep out to the Genius Bar, and each time the guy behind the counter acts like (a) it's his first time even seeing the new 3g Shuffle, and (b) like he's never heard of the moisture/sweat problem, even though there are tons of complaints here on amazon, and tons more on Apple's websites. Should Apple be smart enough to acknowledge the issue? Or do they just expect people to drive to the store every week for a new set of headphones? I'm a huge Apple fan, but this headset issue is right up there with MobileMe in the category of bungled Apple products.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Rapid Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND Generation
Product Description Rapid Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND GenerationFrom Bargaincell
For the professional executive on the go, this charger is a must! The travel charger is lightweight and easy to carry while traveling. Simply plug one end into the wall, the other into your iphone, and it will recharge and condition your battery.
Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #189 in Consumer Electronics
Brand: Bargaincell
Features
Brand new non-OEM
Input: 100V - 240V (U.S. & World Standard)
LED light power indicator.
Best replacement for original iphone travel charger.
Intelligent IC chip inside recognizes a fully charged battery and automatically switches to a saver mode to prevent overcharging and short circuit.
Customer Reviews Rapid Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND GenerationFrom Bargaincell
WORTH IT!! Works with I Touch 2G! This is worth the 76 cents it costs! It works GREAT and better than the $30dollar ones they sell at best buy. Why? Because the ones at best buy don't allow sound through while you're using it on the charger. THIS one allows sound to play while it's plugged in and being used. I can't begin to say how great of a product this is. I've only used it on an itouch 2G, but it works perfectly!
broken first day charged great. prongs for plug suck.... got stuck in the outlet and broke first time use. now i have a prong stuck in the outlet and a charger thats useless
Fast charger Got this for my 2nd gen ipod touch, 16G, and it works great. I am able to use the ipod while charging, too. In one hour, it is fully charged. Yes, the plastic is cheap, but I doubt the nicer material on the Apple brand charger is worth the extra $25. One difference from the computer charger is that to connect, you have to squeeze the sides before inserting into the ipod (and squeeze again before disconnecting) but that's not a big deal.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Speck ToughSkin Rubberized Case with Belt Clip for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black)
Product Description Speck ToughSkin Rubberized Case with Belt Clip for 80/120/160 GB iPod classic 6G (Black)From Speck Products
The ToughSkin ruggedized iPod cover provides rugged protection and fashion for your 80 or 160GB iPod classic. Its one-of-a-kind design customizes the popular rubberized skin for extreme lifestyles. Includes ToughSkin, belt clip and screen protector.
Product Details
Brand: Speck
Model: IC-BLK-TS
Dimensions: 7.75" h x 4.53" w x 1.34" l, .25 pounds
Features
ToughSkin is one of the most protective cases around that gives you full access to all controls
Case allows full access to headphone jack, hold switch, scroll wheel, and bottom port
Removable screen protector constructed from clear, hard plastic with a soft rubbery ring around the back
Removable belt clip included
Designed for both the 80 GB and 160 GB iPod classic
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description If you like to show your iPod classic tough love, then this is the case for you--and your player.
Made from a strong, tear-resistant material, the ToughSkin boasts rubberized corners to provide extra protection from life's little bumps.
Customer Reviews
ipod case works great his case works great. not only does it protect against scratches but it protects against drops. this case is not supposed to work with an itrip. i cut the bottom of the case (because its made of rubber) so that my itrip would fit. Works perfect and you cant even tell i cut it.
Good design This case is helpful, especially when using the Ipod outdoor. The rubberized case keeps your Ipod safe and secured.
Great buy It is practically bullet proof, but be careful with it. I bumped into a corner while walking through a doorway and broke the clip :(
Friday, May 1, 2009
Rapid Car Charger + Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND Gener
Product Details Rapid Car Charger + Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND GenerationFrom Bargaincell
Amazon Sales Rank: #147 in Consumer Electronics
Brand: Bargaincell
Features
This Combo Pack Includes: One Car Charger, One Home Charger.
Car Charger: Brand new non-OEM. Vehicle Lighter Adaptor. (12~24v DC). Short circuit protection. LED charging indication.
Plug never heats or overcharges the battery. Can Charge Ni-Mh, Ni-cd and Li-Ion Battery. Intelligent IC chip inside recognizes a full battery and automatically switch to a saver.
Home Charger: Brand new non-OEM. Input: 100V - 240V (U.S. & World Standard). LED light power indicator.
Best replacement for original iPod travel charger. Intelligent IC chip inside recognizes a fully charged battery and automatically switches to a saver mode to prevent overcharging and short circuit.
Customer Reviews Rapid Car Charger + Home Travel Charger (110-240v) with IC Chip for Apple Iphone 3G 2nd Generation, Ipod Nano 4th 2nd Generation, IPod Touch 2ND GenerationFrom Bargaincell
ipod charger Rapid chargers are very useful. one for the home, one for the car, never run out of battery again. Charges in no time.
You get what you pay for. These chargers are in a word, junk. They do not work well at all. Spend more and get a better product elsewhere.
Both chargers work with iPod Touch 2nd generation Both chargers work with iPod Touch 2nd generation. I've learned the hard way that many accessories for the iPod Touch 1st generation do not fully support the 2G, but these chargers are fine.
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