Run your iPod Solar!

This little solar battery by Battech is equipped with a 5.5V 80mA (mono or multi-crystalline) solar panel, and a USB charging cable. Now if your at the beach or out camping, you can keep power running to your iPod. It's connectors will connect to most of todays mobile phones, PDA's and Game Consoles as well. You can also use the USB charging system by connecting it to any computer, for a quicker charge.

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Pure-Fi Anywhere gets good marks

Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers fo iPhone and iPod

Enjoy clear sound and maximum bass with the Pure-Fi Anywhere speaker system. It goes where you go—around the house or on the road. It's thin and makes a great bookcase doc.

It's auto volumn turn down will excite parents everywhere, the speaker system auto volumns down to prevent damage to the speaker system and our ears. yeah!

Weak points are the remote, the functionality should be close to the Apple Remote, the Logitech remote is a little bulky and has too many button controls. Simplicity is best in this case.

Battery Life is fantastic and everything fits in the travel case nicely for on the go music portability.

Overview

The Pure-Fi Anywhere speaker system uses a unique combination of speaker drivers to deliver clear sound with maximum bass and minimal distortion. Its compact size and long battery life make it the ideal companion to your iPod or iPhone.

Features

• Advanced acoustics for exceptionally clear sound


• Three-inch pressure drivers to maximize bass response


• StereXL technology widens the stereo image dramatically


• Ten-hour rechargeable battery for longer listening


• Battery-level indicator eliminates surprises


• Travel case to protect and store speakers.


• iPhone or iPod charged whenever it's docked


• Wireless remote to control your iPod or iPhone and browse content

Specifications

• Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.6 x 13.2 x 1.5 in./9.14


• Weight: 1.6 lb./0.73 kg

In the box

• Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere speaker system


• Advanced wireless remote


• International voltage adapter (100-240V)


• Universal Dock adapters


• Protective travel case


• Installation guide

XTREMEMAC - Recent Ad Promo Overload!

This ad has been in the highley roated - highly visible section of most ipod,iphone and  like keywords in the google adwords network over the past two weeks. The company XtremeMac has release a large amount of certified iphone and ipod accessories with made for ipod and made for iphone certification.

The ad promo was kicked off with a Sept 18th press release

with information on some of XtremeMacs updated product line

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InCharge Duo
InCharge Duo is a perfect solution for households that have more than one iPhone or iPod. It is a rapid charging dock and syncing cradle which can replenish the power of two iPhones or iPods at the same time. The product includes charging status indicators that let you know when your device is fully charged. It also includes a USB cable for syncing with your computer. InCharge Duo’s compact low-profile design is perfect for a desk or countertop and will be available for sale starting in November for a suggested retail price of $49.95.

Travel Dock
Travel Dock is a portable folding dock and viewing stand that also offers a convenient way to sync and charge your iPhone 3G and original iPhone. The product comes with a USB to mini USB cable and is compatible with all USB power sources. Travel Dock allows you to position your iPhone to view movies, videos or a slideshow. It folds up into a compact shape that fits comfortably in your pocket, making it the perfect travel companion. Travel Dock will be available for sale starting in October for a suggested retail price of $29.95.

InCharge FM transmitter and car charger
Wirelessly send music from your iPhone or any iPod to your car audio system with FM stereo using the new InCharge FM transmitter and car charger. Using PureFM technology from Quintic and XtremeMac’s proprietary audio enhancements, the InCharge FM delivers a consistently clean signal from your iPhone or iPod to your car stereo. It transmits the music at near CD quality sound and includes SmartTune auto channel selection. InCharge FM also utilizes RDS to display song information and is simple to use. The product doubles as a charger to keep your iPhone powered up and will be available for sale starting in October for a suggested retail price of $79.95.

Micropack
Extend the battery life of your iPhone 3G with Micropack, a slim, form-fitting case that also provides an emergency power boost to the iPhone. Micropack extends the battery life of the iPhone by providing the equivalent of a fully charged iPhone battery of external power. The product comes with a USB to mini USB cable and will be available for sale starting in October for a suggested retail price of $99.95.

Firewire to USB Adapter
XtremeMac’s Firewire to USB Adapter converts Firewire power to USB. It attaches to the 30 pin connector on your iPhone or iPod and then to the 30 pin connector of your firewire device to safely convert power to USB. The Firewire to USB adapter will be available for sale starting in October for a suggested retail price of $49.95.

InCharge Family of on-the-go chargers
Keep your iPhone charged and powered with the InCharge Family of on-the-go chargers. InCharge Home offers a safe and fast way to charge your iPhone or iPod at the office, home or anywhere there is a wall outlet. It includes a detachable USB cable and charges your device up to twice as fast as using a computer. InCharge Auto is a sleek car charger that lets you charge your iPhone or iPod through any vehicle 12 volt accessory outlet. InCharge Travel is the ultimate travel partner to keep your iPhone or iPod charged anywhere in the world. It includes a detachable USB cable, wall plug with three global plug adaptors, a car adaptor and a convenient travel pouch for keeping everything together. The entire line will be available for sale starting in September for suggested retail prices of $19.95, $29.95 and $49.95 respectively.

Do you U-luv or iLuv the iMM173 iPhone/iPod Alarm Clock Dock

The iPhone 3G has created an increase in iPhone/iPod touch accessories on the market these days, and iLuv's IMM173 is a decent doc. It's a little bit larger than what I expected to see for the limited space  I would have  available on my night stand.  

It's clear LCD  with it's easy to read icons make using and programming the unit a snap as well as the  3.5mm jack for headset use and a straight forward remote, complete a decent set of features for this unit.

iLuv - IMM173 information stats:

Icons
•	Stereo
•	jAura acoustic speaker technology
•	FM Radio
•	Dual Alarm
•	Play and Charge
•	Dual Dock
	Features
•	Powerful built-in speakers allow you to hear your music with depth and clarity
•	Treble / Bass control
•	Large display; easy to read
•	Auxiliary line input for any audio devices with 3.5mm jack
•	LCD dimmer level control (10 steps)
•	Audio output: 5WRMS + 5WRMS: 10WRMS / 20WPEAK @ 10% THD
	iPod
•	Two iPod docks let you charge up to two iPod* and/or iPhone at once
•	Enjoy rich sound from your iPod / iPhone with jAura acoustic speaker technology
•	Choose and play any one of two docked iPod / iPhone**
•	Plays and charges your iPod / iPhone
•	Integrated universal dock for your iPod / iPhone
	Digital Dual Alarm Clock
•	Digital clock display with dual alarm clock
•	Easy to adjust DST (Daylight Saving Time) with a simple switch
•	Wake to iPod / iPhone, FM radio, or buzzer
•	Sleep to iPod / iPhone, FM radio
	Radio
•	FM stereo
•	PLL tuning digital tuning technology
•	Programmable presets for 8 radio stations
*Compatible with any iPod with dock connector (Excluding 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation iPod)
**Only one dock supports iPhone
	What's included
•	Main unit
•	AC Adapter
•	Remote control (battery included)
•	Instruction manuals
•	Warranty card
	Specifications
•	Radio frequency FM: 88MHz – 108MHz
•	Audio output: 5WRMS(L) + 5WRMS(R) @ 1%THD
	Total: 10WRMS / 20WPEAK / 200WPMPO
•	Connectivity
	3.5mm stereo headphone jack
	3.5mm aux. in jack
	Power adapter jack
	FM antenna
•	Power Requirement
	AC100V~240V 60/50Hz Adapter
•	Power consumption: 25W
•	Dimensions (W x H x D):
	11.2” x 3.4” x 7.2” (284mm x 87mm x 183mm)
•	Unit weight:
	5.31lbs (2.4kg)

SONY -CD - ALARM CLOCK - iPod Dock now available for Pre-Order

It's different, a little weird, and maybe for some a must have for the night stand, the New CD Clock Radio for the iPod and the iPhone is now available for PRE-Order at the Sony site.  If you are willing to part with $99 US.

Model Number: ICF-CD3iPSIL

CD Clock Radio for iPod® and iPhone™
Fall asleep or wake up to the music stored on your compatible iPhone™ and iPod® MP3 player with this CD clock radio.

Adding true coolness to your Apple products like your iPhone

Adding some true design to your Apple products like your Nano, iPod or iPhone is available with the addition of a Artist Designed gelskin.  Cases and Protectors are great, but if your looking to funkify your PMP then http://www.gelaskins.com/ has some really cool wraps for you to choose from.

Apple announces price drops on previous generation iPods.

In the US:

• Refurbished iPod nano 4G now only $79 (previously $99)
• Refurbished iPod nano 8G now only $99 (previously $129)
• Refurbished iPod touch 8G now only $179 (previously $199)
• Refurbished iPod touch 16G now only $219 (previously $239)
• Refurbished iPod touch 32G now only $319 (previously $399)
• Refurbished iPod classic 80G now only $169 (previously $179)
• Refurbished iPod classic 160G now only $249 (previously $279)
  

In Canada:

• Refurbished iPod nano 4G now only $89
• Refurbished iPod nano 8G now only $109
• Refurbished iPod touch 8G now only $199
• Refurbished iPod touch 16G now only $239
• Refurbished iPod touch 32G now only $339
• Refurbished iPod classic 80G now only $189
• Refurbished iPod classic 160G now only $279

The new iPod Touch - YAWN

  Ok, the iPod Touch is a great little PMP and has a bunch of bonuses. For people who don't own one, or an iPhone. The updated iPod Touch's new features are a bonus. The fact is, they slapped on the shinney backing the old iPhone used, they added some volume controls to the side, and updated the firmware and software to enable the new software services, like the game apps and other software found in the iTunes app library. So if you already own one, you probably are not running out to grab the updated model. If you don't have one, the iPod Touches new release gives you the same solid cool PMP only apple could provide you. 

Now the other updates include case, color and software updates to almost all the older generation iPods and nanos.  

iStick, Now you could stick your iPod on your arse if you wanted.

iStick it! i don't digg it, not for $25+ for a iPod holder. I'm not a fan of the iPod armbands, unless your doing some sort of sport, then you shouldn't be sporting this or the arm band holder. If you have been one of those people looking for a great way to stick that iPod to the other side of the shower door than maybe it's worth a look. Over-all iStick not. http://www.goistik.com/

DLO updates line to include an HD Homedoc, iPhone or iTouch Support.

So your a Home Theater Enthusiast, you are chomping at the bit to get an upscaling home theater doc for your iphone or your ipod touch. Looks like the wait is over. The new HD Doc scales 720p or 1080i accross the HDMI connection for those that have a compatible device. source:www.dlo.com/homedockpro, now it states it supports, iPod iTouch, iPhone testing need to be confirmed.

Connecting your iPod,iPhone and iTouch to your TV

iFood for thought.

It's simple enough to connect your iPod and iPhone to your TV. Using the Component AV Cable, available at the Apple Store, all you have to do is connect it to an available video source. Then you are showing off your photos and video collection. Now wouldn't it be amazing if they created a wireless AV dock for your iPhone. You could then be surfing the net with your TV and using the iPhone or iPod Touch as the controller.

iPod AV Cables @ Ebay
iPod AV Cables @ Amazon.com
Compare iPod AV Cable prices @ BizRate.com

One iPod Dock too many – How do I choose?

Currently the Apple Store boasts an amazing 42 different iPod Docks and external speakers. It’s a drop in the bucket to an astounding number of iPod docks available on the market today. Your choices are even more numerous. From clock radios, to wireless doc hubs that connect your home AV systems, to portable iPod attached handheld speakers, or plain old headphone-jack desk speakers.

Things to remember:
- Not all docks are compatible with each model type of iPod.
- Not all docks are created equal. If you purchase a docking system, remember it can be returned during the return and exchange policy period at most retailers. So use it, return it or exchange it, if it doesn’t meet your expectations.


Our Top Picks.

Alarm Clock Dock - The iHome iH9B6 Clock Radio is a fantastic choice for a bed side alarm clock dock, and with decent reviews.

Speaker Dock - Bose® SoundDock® Portable Digital Music System, is a little on the pricey side, but far and away the best sound performance in a docking speaker system.

Handheld Portable – The Creative TravelSound i80 Speaker for iPod nano is great for the day at the beach. You can get your beach boogie on with this. It’s not extremely loud and boasts a 15 hour charge time.

iPod Docs @ Ebay iPod Docs @ Amazon.com

Compare iPod Docking Units @ BizRate.com

Cut the Cord on your iPod today – iMuff me.

Are you ready to dump your iPod headphones and go with a wireless headset? If so the iMuffs by Wi-Gear allow you to do just that, not only that you’ll be able to keep you’re Bluetooth connection within a 30’ (10 m) range. The iMuffs Bluetooth adapter connects to the docking port of your iPod and charges through a USB port or the portable travel charger. More Info: Wi-Gear

Check for Headphone Deals @ Amazon.com

Compare Headphone Prices on BizRate.

Ebay Wireless HeadPhones Auctions

Apple making sure you give a iLife memories for MOM!

Mother's Day is just around the corner! Really... Well if you want to get something in the works, Apple is running a Memory Book for MOM! Discount. Save 20% on custom iphoto books.

Order any photo book by May 11, 2008, and get 20% off. To receive your book in time for Mother’s Day, order by April 30 (or May 4 with express shipping). Enter the offer code:LoveMom when you check-out, be sure to select the use coupon selection.

Or maybe you want to hook up ma' with some rockin tunes! Tell her you love her with a Free Laser Engraving on an iPod! Put her favourite poem on the back, or simple tell her how much you love her! Record something and pre-load it on it! Maybe a video of you, or her grand-children. Make her day a little more special.

You’re iPod will self destruct in 720 days!

So why is it the iPod has a usage life of around 2 years, and why do so many try to blame Apple about using iTunes to terminate the unit at approx. a 2 year mark. Kid yourself all you want.

These units are made to last, just not forever!

An electronic device is still an electronic device, with real moving parts the iPods life is longer than you could really expect. Think to yourself, how long does you cell phone last, before you get crappy reception?

Now what are some major reasons these units fail. Well they are mobile, get thrown around in bags, jackets in the back seats of your car. Static charges from you’re body zap the tiny electrical components on a continual basis. What about that rechargeable battery, its drained and charged. Re-drained and then half charged. Runs the unit, as its little battery strains to run the electrical components and charge it’s self again and again.

If the iPod wasn’t such an addiction maybe more people would turn to picking up the Blackberry Curve (8310, 8320, 8330) lets say. It plays video and Mp3’s, It’s a phone. It also has a hardware upgrade option at most carriers, so after a few years, when it starts to crap out. You get a new one with a major discount. Wouldn’t that be an amazing option to add to your iPod purchase? Did you know that for $59.00 US you can extend the hardware support from 1 year to 2 years? It also adds telephone support from 90 days to the full 2 year term.

It’s not a perfect solution, but it is a way to safe guard a unit that takes a lot of abuse, maybe not by you, but static forces and voltage monsters are at play here!

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iPod Games: Scrabble

It wasn't so long ago that the Facebook version of scrabble was hit with a law suit! I'm sure the reason over a Copyright Lawsuit was that the Electionic Arts probably paid nose and teeth to bring a Apple version of the famous tile and board game direct to your iPods everywhere!

Now you can play one of the most popular board games in history on your iPod. Fire up Scrabble and take on up to three human opponents or the computer, with three levels of difficulty available. A built-in dictionary acts as final arbitrator on all words, and if you find yourself stuck, you have four chances per game to ask the computer for the best word possible. As competitive player Stefan Fastis wrote in his book “Word Freak”: “The game is a carefully choreographed pas de deux, a delicate balance between risk and reward.”

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Go wireless with your iPod to your home AV system.

Monster® iSoniCast™ Wireless Audio Bridge for iPod®

Monster has just released it's two piece audio wireless bridge that integrates your iPod,iPhone or iTouch into your home audio systems
Imagine sitting on your couch and using your ipod and streaming directly to you home system, no connecting wires.

More iSoniCast product info at Monstercable.com

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Why should I buy a refurbished iPod

Should I.. Why would I

You are asking you’re self why should I buy a used iPod. Isn’t that the other name for refurbished? Why is the refurbished price so high? It’s used! A refurbished iPod isn’t fully used. It’s actually mostly new and the reason why the refurbished iPod is the price it is. Yes you save money picking one up this way.

Interesting!

Did you know that to fix a broken (SAD) iPod, the case is actually broken to remove it and a brand new one needs to be used.
Did you know that the biggest failure point on the iPod and any rechargeable device it the battery, which is replaced on refurbished models to ensure that the life of unit isn’t compromised.
Refurbished iPod Hard Drives or the devices memory is generally replace with new or fully tested and reloaded firmware.

And each refurbished iPod is shipped with brand new headset, to comply with health regulations.

Refurbished 4GB and 8GB iPod nano with video - starting at $129. Plus free shipping.


So really! You are buying an almost new refurbished iPod, that comes with a warranty and you save a few dollars in the process.

Refurbished iPod, 30GB - White Refurbished iPod, 30GB - White

80 and want an iPod - It won't kill you.

Maybe it will if you're listening to it and fall over and hit the ground, and can't find you're emergency call button! "I've fallen and can't get up".. Or maybe you're jogging listening to you're iPod. At 80 .. that might kill you..

Ok seriously... "[ Washington Reuters News Service, 1 February 2008 ] - Portable media players such as iPods are unlikely to interfere with heart pacemakers, a US Food and Drug Administration researcher reported yesterday.

FDA researcher Howard Bassen and colleagues set up a complex experiment using a saline-filled bag to simulate the human body and a coil sensor designed to pick up electromagnetic emissions.
They measured the magnetic fields produced by four different iPod models: a fourth-generation iPod and an iPod with video, and an iPod nano and an iPod shuffle. They also measured the voltages delivered to the inside of the pacemaker by the magnetic fields from the iPods.

All their measurements indicated the iPods could not affect cardiac pacemakers, they reported in the journal BioMedical Engineering OnLine." Read more @ Itweb.

So maybe if you have you're iPod, iPhone turned on, hooked into your technology package upgrade in your new commuter car. You'd better make sure that you don't get near a coffee shop with a wifi hotspot.. you might not be safe. I know that they need to test this stuff, but it's still a little silly that somebody probably has a law suit against Apple, claiming that there iPod gave them a heart attack.

Ipod Classic, Get's strong backing!

Yes, an iPod is an iPod. The classic ipod, with it's 80GB and 160GB models get more or a backlift then a facelift.

A new Sleeker design.

Beautiful, durable, and sleeker than ever, iPod classic now features an anodized aluminum and polished stainless steel enclosure with rounded edges.

I know this feels more like a way that Apple can hawk it's engraving service on it's already popular line of ipods. Its still cool that you can now personalize the large capacity iPod. Maybe mine will say iPod Geek 08!

Probably not!