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Pacific Image Electronics, Inc. today introduced the PrimeFilm 1800AFL film scanner, which automatically loads and feeds 35mm film strips and roll film. The scanner features an 1800 dpi optical resolution, 42-bit color mode, and 3.2 dynamic range. Negative film can be scanned in just 23 seconds.

Adobe today announced the availability of the Adobe DesignTeam service at its Adobe Studio site. DesignTeam, a subscription-based collaboration service, comprises half of Adobe Studio, with a free community area comprising the rest. DesignTeam allows designers to collaborate with team members, clients and third-party service providers in a single online location. This service is a available monthly for US$39.95 per user.

Sensate yesterday announced that its 2nR-Musiker wireless MP3 server and client will be compatible with Macs. The product allows Mac users to download, upload, and stream MP3s to both wireless and wired network devices running Mac OS, Windows, and PocketPC. 2nR-Musiker will be available in December for the Mac.

EarthLink this morning reported a third-quarter loss of US$22.7 million (17 cents a share), excluding one-time costs, as revenues grew 28 percent to $319 from the year-ago quarter. The Apple-endorsed ISP saw its dial-up subscribers fall 4 percent to 4.2 million, while its broadband customer base grew by 50,000 during the quarter to 406,000. EarthLink sees its fourth quarter revenue coming in between $330 million and $335 million with a loss before one-time items of 8 cents to 11 cents per share.

At 13:00 ET today, Apple will introduce its new “breakthrough digital device” to the world at an invite-only presentation on its Cupertino, California, campus. MacMinute will be attending the event and will bring you the news as we learn of it. Speculation has run rampant since Apple sent out invitation for the event last week, with most rumors suggesting the device will have something to do with digital music.