In his comparison of Apple’s iPod Photo and Delphi and XM’s MyFi, Slate’s Paul Boutin says that both devices are disappointing. “My instant take on today’s game of whiz-bang one-upmanship is that both companies lost,” Boutin writes. “It’s now five hours after Apple’s U2-bedecked press conference, and I still haven’t stopped yawning. This new iPod Photo is the same iPod we’re already sick of hearing about.
Read MoreAs expected, Delphi and XM Satellite Radio have announced the MyFi, the first portable satellite radio receiver. The US$349.99 device allows users to listen to XM Radio’s more than 130 digital channels in two ways: a “live” listening mode and a time-shifting “memory” mode that allows users to store five hours of content.
Read MoreApple today released Security Update 2004-10-27, which provides several Mac OS X security enhancements and fixes for Apple Remote Desktop 1.2.4 (ARD). According to the release notes, the update will prevent an application to be launched behind the ARD loginwindow which will run as root. “If the ARD Administrator application on another system is used to start a GUI application on the client, then the GUI application would run as root behind the loginwindow. This update prevents ARD from launching applications when the loginwindow is active.
Read MoreDigital Lifestyle Outfitters (DLO) has announced the SE Jam Jacket Pro-Black, a new version of its popular silicone iPod case for consumers who wish to protect and enhance their new special edition U2 iPod from Apple. The case, now available for pre-order, features a micro-thin, built-in, transparent screen protector and a removable, swivel belt clip system.
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