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Review: HP MediaSmart Server EX495
Instead of the stark WHS setup screen, new users can use HP’s software pack that guides them through setting up remote backups, assigning permissions to users, and finding media spread out over a network. It still has the same media collecting, iPhone-streaming and transcoding softwa...
Yesterday
Apple welcomes Windows pirates with open arms
Apple seems to have bought some keywords on Google including, most interestingly, "download windows 7." That's right: every hax0r out to download Win7 will see a little ad from Apple saying "Upgrading to Windows 7? There's never been a better time to switch to a Mac. Find out why."
Thursday, Oct 29
Apple patent shows Bluetooth headset with built-in media player
Writing about patents really ought to be banned, since so many companies file so many patents every year that it's silly to cherry pick this one or that one, drawing attention to something that may never exist. Be that as it may, today an Apple patent was discovered that shows a wireless head...
Saturday, Oct 24
Why the little guy can’t get a break in consumer electronics and 5 ways to find a leg up
Other companies like Neuros and Slingbox simply sell a wrapper for their software. Sometimes this works but sadly it also leads to retrenchment when companies like Slacker pull out of the hardware business due to lack of interest and cost. Then there are success stories like like FyreTV [N...
Friday, Sep 18
What’s holding me back from buying a Zune HD: the lack of 3rd-party support
I haven’t heard one major complaint about the Zune HD. Have you? Everyone seems to love it. My only iPod – the original iPod Mini – needs to be retired. I’m debating between the iPod touch and the Zune HD right now. The rebellious side in me wants to get the Microsoft Zune HD, which is kind of ironic i...
Tuesday, Sep 8
Introducing the Altec Lansing inMotion Classic (idk what makes it classic)
“Works with iPhone” certification means interference-free listening, eliminating the need to switch the iPhone to airplane mode. iPhone and iPod devices are automatically charged when the inMotion Classic is plugged into a power outlet.
Friday, Aug 14
Opinion: Underwater iPhone case? Why not?
Too fun to pass up. This ridiculous review of a diving case for your iPhone or iPod touch mainly gets a pass because Joel from BBG watches Kings of Power 4 Billion % while underwater. It costs a mint, functions passably well, but in the end, it lets you watch movies and listen to music [...]
Monday, Aug 10
Replacement iPod cable transforms it into a backup drive, kind of
The plain white version will set you back $50, which I think is pretty expensive for something that can be done with software. The black “SE” version will work with regular USB drives as well as iPods, and costs $90. Either I’m missing something here, or these things are charging a lot of money...
Sunday, Jul 26
Gaming on the Throne: Review of Squash the Street for iPhone
Then, after nearly completing a way-too-serious review (I have re-written much of it) and after giving the game a score of “meh”, I realized that the volume had been off on my iPhone the entire time I was playing STS. I turned it on and OH WHAT A DIFFERENCE THE AUDIO MAKES!
Tuesday, Jul 21
Klipsch Image S4i has integrated microphone and remote
The Image S4i works seamlessly with the iPhone 3GS, third generation iPod shuffle, second generation iPod touch, fourth generation iPod nano and the iPod classic 120GB. The headset features Apple’s advanced three-button microphone and remote system that easily handles the voice and...
Monday, Jun 22
Podcast: CNBC misrepresents Opie and Anthony iPhone 3G S interview
In the CNBC-aired version of the interview, embedded here, Mr. Roberts is portrayed as someone who’s gushing over the iPhone 3G S—“BlackBerry is yesterday, the iPhone is now!” Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest vers...
Monday, Jun 8
iPhone 3.0: What You Need to Know
iTunes: Movie rentals/purchases from the iPhone are confirmed. You can also purchase tv shows/audio books/etc on the go. “And because we care deeply about education: Support for iTunes U, right on the phone.” Accessories: Software apps that talk right to accessories, like the 1-touch-b...
Sunday, May 31
The new Belkin TuneBase iPod/iPhone dock, it has a speakerphone
New TuneBaseTM Products Let You Answer Your Calls Hands-Free on Your iPhone and Play Music in the Car TuneBase FM lets you listen to music from your iPhone or iPod in your car while simultaneously charging it. Its ClearScan feature automatically searches for the clearest FM frequency.
Thursday, May 28
How To: DIY: An iPod touch/iPhone microphone and headphone breakout cable
If you have ever wanted to plug in a pro-quality microphone and headphone to an iPhone or iPod touch, pay attention and read on. If you have ever wanted to plug in a pro-quality microphone and headphone to an iPhone or iPod touch, pay attention and read on.
Wednesday, May 20
Sony X-series Walkman reviewed favorably
This is a superb PMP. Things like a poorer interface and lack of Mac compatibility put it at a slight disadvantage to the iPod Touch, but its screen and audio quality really shine. After numerous false starts and a general drubbing from the iPod, the X-Series puts the Walkman right back in the...
Friday, May 1
Quick Review: Tiger Woods PGA Tour for iPhone
Graphically, the game hovers around what you’d find on the Nintendo DS or Sony PSP. Player models and animations are nice and fluid and the golf courses are all rendered well, resembling their real-life personas. Music is upbeat and catchy and sound effects are okay, though a bit sparse. Ove...
Friday, Apr 10
Review: Altec Lansing inMotion MAX
I’ve been using this as my primary music source for the past few weeks and while I haven’t been blown out of the room I’m quite happy with the warmth of the audio and detail in the sound. Bottom Line: An inexpensive iPhone/iPod dock with great sound and great features.
Monday, Apr 6
Review: Pacemaker DJ gadget
Everybody wants to be a DJ. Ever since the first iPod, DJ’s have been waiting for the ability to mix from a handheld. Jobs, in all his wisdom, never saw fit to allow tempo changes so that tracks could be seamlessly mixed. There have been a couple of interesting attempts, including two notab...
Friday, Apr 3
Opinion: Proporta 3G iPod shuffle sleeve: Always wear protection
Proporta has announced their most recent addition to the iPod accessory train, the Silicone Sleeve for the 3G iPod shuffle. From just a personalization point of view, it’s a pretty cool product. They offer three options to choose from currently, and all of them seem to be fairly tasteful an...
Friday, Mar 13
Review: Apple iPod Shuffle 2K9 with VoiceOver
And there are no foam covers. Maybe Apple ditched those long ago, but I haven’t purchased an iPod in, well, ever actually. My first iPod, which was the iPod Photo, was a gift. And other than my iPhone, I haven’t purchased one since. I’ll be returning the Shuffle and eating the 10 percent restocki...
Saturday, Jan 10
iFrogz’ new headphones - plus a contest (still going)
The silicone case has handles like a sippy cup and a protector for the screen (and maybe for the wheel, I can’t remember). The kid just holds it with both hands and it’s really thick silicone so it just bounces or rolls when you drop it. Apparently one iPod survived being thrown from a moving car...
Sunday, Dec 21
Review: Griffin Simplifi iPod/iPhone Dock with built-in Card Reader/USB Hub
Take an iPod or iPhone dock. Cram in a card reader (with support for Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, SDHC, xD and CompactFlash) and a 2-port USB hub. While I’d love to say more about it than that, I’d have to start making stuff up. Pros:
Friday, Dec 19
Review: Philips DC910 Docking Entertainment System
Overview and Features: Compatible with iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod nano 3rd Generation, iPod 5th Generation, iPod mini, iPod with color display, iPod nano 1st Generation, iPod nano 2nd Generation – iPhones will work, but you’ll deal with a bit of interference from the phone’s radio...
Thursday, Dec 18
Opinion: SimCity for iPhone/iPod Touch is worth $9.99
SimCity for iPhone/iPod Touch [opens iTunes] I downloaded, installed, and played SimCity on my first-generation iPod Touch earlier today and I can tell you that, yes, it’s worth $9.99 if you like the SimCity series of games. I’m a big fan of the franchise, especially SimCity 3000, and the i...
Wednesday, Nov 26
Review: Griffin AirCurve
When it arrived, I eagerly unpacked it. The AirCurve itself is a brick of polycarbonate with a wavy acoustic channel that starts where the iPhone speaker is and winds around until it opens into a wide mouth at the front. The idea is that the shape of this channel alone will significantly am...
Sunday, Oct 12
Review: Adrenaline Pool Online for iPhone/iPod Touch
Looking for a good time-waster? Check out Adrenaline Pool Online for the iPhone/iPod Touch. It’s just $4.99, easy to pick up, and features online play. You can play four different games: 8-ball, 9-ball, Straight, and Snooker. Adrenaline Pool Online [Link will open iTunes]
Friday, Feb 29
Patch: Ziphone brings one-touch Jailbreaking to iPhone 1.1.4; Not so much the Touch
When Apple released the 1.1.4 firmware to the iPhone and iPod Touch-owning public earlier in the week, there was much excitement over who was going to be the first to jailbreak it. Well, it turns out it was easy enough to tweak the 1.1.3 jailbreaking apps to do the job; Apple didn’t really make any...
Review: Tannoy i30 iPod dock
We first saw Tannoy’s i30 iPod dock back in January at CES and now we’ve been able to play with it for an extended period of time. Yeah, I know you’re thinking it’s just another iPod dock among the sea of thousands of iPod docks available now, but this UK-engineered dock is much different. It’s [......
