Year: 2004

pdatrends launches SkinArt Winter ’04 Collection

Posted by | Dec 22, 2004 | |

pdatrends has launched its SkinArt Winter ’04 Collection (US$18.95) for the Apple iPod 20GB, 40GB and iPod mini. SkinArt is a silicone case designed to protect an iPod from minor dents and scratches while still maintaining the slim form factor and shape of the iPod. Each case features an open top to accommodate accessories, allows full access to the iPod’s functions, and has a bottom opening for music synchronization and charging without taking the iPod out of the case.

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South Korean firm releases iPod mini challenger

Posted by | Dec 22, 2004 | |

South Korean-based ReignCom has released a new digital music player that takes aim at Apple’s hugely successful iPod mini, reports Channelnewsasia.com. The iRiver H10 is similar in size to the iPod mini, but it’s about ten percent more expensive. It offers 5GB of storage space, a 12-hour battery, a built-in FM radio receiver and a voice recorder–priced at 363,000 won (about US$342).

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iPod’s success a boon for more than Apple

Posted by | Dec 22, 2004 | |

In an article for Investor’s Business Daily, James Detar examines the spillover effect iPod’s success has had on companies who manufacture and sell related products. Some of these include PortalPlayer (makes the main processor in iPods, as well as some key firmware, or embedded software), Audible (provides content such as books, magazines and radio programs), Synaptics (provides software, chips and iPod’s click wheel), and Seagate Technology (supplies disk drives).

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