January 19, 2008

News: XtremeMac launches InCharge FM

XtremeMac has introduced its InCharge FM transmitter for iPod. The InCharge FM is designed for in-car use and is compatible with common 12-volt power outlets found in automobiles. It also charges connected iPods, offers stereo/mono modes for optimal transmission, and incorporates PureFM technology by Quintic and other proprietary audio enhancements. An in-line control unit offers a display, tuning and station preset buttons, as well as a play/pause/next

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January 18, 2008

News: ProClip intros Device Holders for iPod touch, classic, nano, and

ProClip has introduced new in-vehicle Device Holders for the iPhone and iPod touch, iPod classic, and iPod nano (with video). The holders, manufactured by Brodit AB in Sweden, are custom made and device specific, and attach to vehicle specific ProClip dashboard mounts. ProClip holders may also be attached to other manufacturers vehicle mounts or any other flat surface, and the Padded Holder with Tilt Swivel tilts 15 degrees in any direction

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January 14, 2008

Review: XtremeMac Verona Holster Leather Cases for iPod classic &

The last of our case reviews today looks at XtremeMac s Verona Holsters for iPod classic and iPod touch ($30 each), photos of which say almost as much as long-time iPod owners need to know about these cases. Back in 2002, an iLounge editor described this case design once found as a free pack-in with iPods, and not popular when Apple sold it separately as follows: There s not much to say about the case. It s ordinary looking,

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January 10, 2008

News: Carl Zeiss to show Cinemizer iPod movie-viewing

Renowned optics manufacturer Carl Zeiss AG plans to introduce the Cinemizer, a new movie viewing accessory for the iPod, next week at Macworld Expo in San Francisco, CA. According to the company, the Cinemizer, which features Carl Zeiss optics and a design by FROG, allows users to watch their favorite videos on the iPod display at eye level and virtually in cinema quality. Further details of the product have yet to be announced; however,

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January 09, 2008

Review: ProClip Padded Holder with Tilt Swivel for iPod nano & iPod

By premium car mount, we are referring both to features and pricing: the Padded Holder with Tilt Swivel is still part of the best series of iPod car mounts we ve seen, but it s not cheap. Unlike early ProClip Holders, which were made entirely from uncoated hard plastic, the Padded Holders are covered in a soft, velvet-like coating that won t scratch even the polished rear surfaces of recent iPods. Recently made alternatives

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Posted by Perry at 09:41 AM

January 06, 2008

Review: Belkin Clear Case for

Belkin s two cases are virtually identical to one another except in name: the Clear Case for iPhone and Remix Acrylic for iPod touch ($30 each) are iterative sequels to Belkin s early and beautiful but flawed Acrylic Case for iPhone. That case incorporated several cool new ideas: a rotating, detachable belt clip frame that transformed into a video stand, a design that really showed off the iPhone s curves, and an included adhesive

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Posted by John at 03:35 PM

Review: Agent 18 Touch Shield +

Agent 18 s collection of cases breaks down into four types: the company s basic Shields are two-piece clear plastic shells, glossy in some places and frosted in others, while its EcoShields are made primarily from black plastic. It also sells Shield Kits that come with an additional accessory at a higher price, and now has introduced the FlowerVest, a flowery rubber case for the third-generation

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December 28, 2007

iPod nano Top Amazon Christmas

Apple's silver 4GB iPod nano topped Amazon's best seller electronics list on Christmas Eve. iPods managed to land in five of the top ten slots on December 24 while Microsoft's Zune came in with a distant 17th place.

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