Pioneer X-CM30 Mini Component comes with iPod Dock, no iPhone support
Today, the Japanese wing of Pioneer announces its Mini Hi-Fi Component with built-in iPod Dock. Like most other Hi-Fi system, the Pioneer X-CM30 features MP3 or WMA playback, DAP (digital audio processing) CD / CD-R / CD-RW support, USB slot, and FM / AM. With total power of 24W, it support all versions of the iPod, including the new iPod Nano, and iTouch. It plays music as well as stream video from your iPod, but the sad thing is.. It’s not compatible with the iPhone. That means you have to put your iPhone to Airplane mode and use it as an iPod Touch.
iPod Nano Jailbreak – Not Possible
The touchscreen interface on the 6G iPod Nano makes me think that it runs on iOS, however according to a report, it appears that it’s not running on the iOS despite having gesture controls similar to devices running on iOS. This means no “nano apps” for you and no jailbreaking either since it looks like the Nano’s OS is based on the old nano system tweaked to have that iOS flavour.
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Scosche’s tightGRIP t6 Case for the 6th Gen Nano
With the release of the Sixth Generation iPod Nano, expect the flood of cases to protect its fragile anodized aluminum finish. Scosche intros its tightGrip t6 for the touch screen Nano. Each unit includes a screen protector for the LCD screen and a cleaning cloth. It have an opening for the clip and the silicone material provides better grip and basic protection against bumps and scratch. Continue reading this ¨iPad, Mac, iPod and iPhone Accessories¨ post »
New 6G iPod Nano Gets Touchscreen, 4G Shuffle with Old Buttons
Apple recently updates its iPod line, with new redesigned iPod Nano and a seemingly backward designed iPod Shuffle. It appears that rumors about the 6th Generation iPod Nano is real, the new Nano is now 46% smaller than its predecessor, have a touch screen iOS-like interface, and a clip. There’s no home button, the volume control and sleep/wake button are located at the top. The redesigned Nano’s anodized aluminum finish is an eye-candy and is available in seven vibrant colours which includes black, grey, blue, green, orange, pink and red. Additional features includes Nike+ Support, FM Radio, accelerometer, pedometer, and apps including clock, voice memo, fitness, genius mixes, podcasts and photos. Apple also removed the built-in camera and it’s not clear if the new iPod Nano is capable of playing videos (who would watch a movie on a tiny square screen). It appears that “Extras” menu have been removed too. Continue reading this ¨Apple News and Rumors¨ post »
Hard Candy Cases unveils its Rugged Street Skin for iPod Touch 4G
To be shipped this September 15th, Hard Candy cases reveals it’s tough looking 4th Generation iPod Touch case. The Street Skin for the iTouch 4G, is a snap-on case made from rubberized TPU material for optimum shock absorption. It provides full acces to the iPod Touch 4G functions as well as a hole for the back camera and microphone. Available in Black, Pink and Clear and priced at $30 each Street Skin have a rugged design pattern for enhanced grip.
Aside from the usual functions, the Street Skin for the 4th Generation iPod Touch suggests that the next iTouch will have an aluminum back as what most iPod Touch Fans want. It also appears that it will have a standard definition camera, like the ones on the 5th Generation iPod Nano.
via MacObserver, MacWorld AU
Apple will Stream it’s September 1 Event Live
Apple recently announced that it’s September 1 music event will be streamed live. It’s about time! We have been used to reading live blogs and finally we don’t have to wait atleast a day for Apple to post its event coverage. The live stream will begin at 10:00 a.m. PDT on September 1, 2010 and will be available at Apple.com.
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6G iPod Nano is a crossbreed between the iPod Touch, Shuffle and Nano
Apple’s September 1 music event is due in several hours and the one thing that most people want to see is the 6th Generation iPod Nano. There had been speculations about the upcoming Nano which are fueled by leaked photos of of the LCD screen and third party iPod Nano Touch cases. First, is the screen protector and silicone case purportedly discovered by twitter user hobbsy101. The screen protector photos posted on yFrog, suggests that the front screen may look like the miniature iPod Touch without the home button while the silicone case reveals that 6th Gen Nano is a mix between the shuffle, iPod Touch and the current generation Nano. It looks like, it have a dock connector of the Nano and the iPod Touch, an open back for the clip, hold switch and a headphone jack positioned like what’s on the current iPod Shuffle. If you look at the leaked X-Doria (Japanese Site) cases for the 6G Nano it somehow reveals the same description, however it features a closed back for protection and a hole just enough for the clip.
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Relive the 80′s With this Cassette iPhone Case and That’s My Jam App
Is your iPhone getting a bit too high-tech for you? Well, you’ll be glad to know that you can make it feel 70′s or 80′s low-tech with this Cassette Deck themed case. Made by Fred and Friends, the “Tuned Up” case for the iPhone provides basic protection as it let you relive the 80′s without getting low-tech. Available in black or white each unit comes packed inside an outer case (cassette case) which functions as a stand for watching movies. Continue reading this ¨iPad, Mac, iPod and iPhone Accessories¨ post »
Michiel Cornelissen’s Minimalist iPad Stand Could Spell Danger
We have seen several approach to the most basic iPad accessory “the iPad Stand“, but this could be the most minimal of all. Designed by Michiel Cornelissen, this one piece iPad stand is made from 3d printed polyamide. It is literally like a foot for your iPad as it holds your iPad in horizontal or vertical position, and you can put it at the back of the device for a perfect typing angle. The manufacturer advices to use the PadFoot only on a flat surface and the iPad is lying on a button less side.
Neither Shapeways or Michiel Cornelissen can be held responsible for any damage or injury resulting from using this product.
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Sony SRS-V500IP: Mug holder iPod dock
This $340 iPhone/iPod dock by Sony is not a cup holder, that thing that looks like a mug is actually a 360 degree speaker. The SRS-V500IP is designed to sit on your cars cup holder and your backpack’s water holder. Also dubbed as the “Circle Sound Stage” the thermos tumbler looking speaker is available in pink, orange, and black. Compatible with the iPhone, and the iPods, it can also work with the iPad and the shuffle using a headphone jack.
Available at AudioCubes. The Sony SRS-V500IP somehow resemble like a men’s toy, if you know what i mean.
via Sony Japan
