BusinessWeek has posted a Tech Special Report today providing in-depth coverage of Apple’s widespread influence. Entitled “The Apple Economy,” topics covered include: “Apple’s iFuture Depends on Partners,” “Apple Sets the Design Standard,” “Getting to the Core of Apple’s Influence,” “Apple’s Wireless Effect,” “Companies Embrace the Mac—Slowly,” and “Apple’s Chinese Supply Lines.”
Read MoreMaxell has expanded its iPod accessories line with newly designed clock radio docks that offer AM/FM functionality, dual alarms, sleep modes, snooze capabilities, battery back-up and remote controls. Maxell’s Desktop is an AM/FM clock radio that serves as a speaker system, iPod charging station and picture frame that allows users to replace the standard iPod screen with their personal photographs.
Read MoreHumble Daisy today announced a special giveaway of a video iPod and ProfCast 2.0, the company’s flagship lecture recording and podcast creation software. Macworld attendees need to register at the ProfCast by Humble Daisy booth (#S1538-27) during the Macworld Expo, January 9 – 12 2007. Attendees will also be able to receive a 30% discount on their purchase of ProfCast during the conference. ProfCast 2.0 is priced at US$29.95.
Read MoreDigital Lifestyle Outfitters (DLO) today announced the launch of iBoom Travel, a portable iPod speaker system and alarm clock combination that gives iPod users sound portability and the convenience of a clock radio in one package. Launched today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, iBoom Travel enables iPod enthusiasts to enjoy their favorite playlists wherever they are — at home, on the road, in the office, or even their own backyard.
Read MoreMarketcircle today announced the release of Billings 2, its software designed for the needs of Mac-based business and creative professionals. Billings 2 tracks time and expenses, and creates detailed, customized invoices, project estimates, and reports. Features include: a built in set-up assistant; fully-customizable templates for estimates, invoices, and envelopes; a menu-bar timer to control Billings 2 without interrupting work; a fully customizable sales tax/VAT system; automatic deduction and display of down-payments on outgoing invoices; and more.
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