Speck Products today announced three new accessories made specifically for the 3G (third-generation) iPod models, which debuted in April. The iPod Skin is a rubberized protective cover made from shock-absorbing, tear-resistant Kraton plastic (available in Frosted White, Cobalt Blue, and Charcoal) that works with the iPod dock for charging and synching.
Read MoreThe Apple Store for Business Hot Deals page has been updated with several great bundles, including the “Pro Publishing,” “Photo Editing,” “Road Warrior” and “Desktop Replacement” bundles.
Read MoreRoz Ho, general manager of Microsoft’s Macintosh Business Unit, has confirmed that no future versions of Internet Explorer will be released for the Mac, according to MacUser UK. Ho said the decision was made to make way for Apple’s Safari Web browser. “Some of the key customer requests for Web browsing on the Mac require close development between the browser and the OS, something to which only Apple has access,” she said.
Read MoreBusiness 2.0’s Jimmy Guterman has an interesting concept on iPod bundling arrangements: “Since record companies are desperate for new means of distribution, shouldn’t they be looking for access to the iPod rather than just iTunes? It’s a classic bundling arrangement. Consider how software makers have pursued big deals to get on the Windows desktop because they know that preinstalled material gets the user’s attention.
Read MoreGriffin Technology has released Final Vinyl 1.0.1, the latest version of the company’s utility that allows the recording of vinyl records using just the Griffin iMic or PowerWave and a turntable. Final Vinyl can be used to record instruments, microphones, tapes and any other analogue source, and it includes a 10-band equalizer that is capable of altering and enhancing the sound input.
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