Articles Index
The Battle of Two MP3 Player Titans: Microsoft vs. Apple
Apple dominates the MP3 player market with the iPod. Microsoft is challenging with the Zune while at the same time continuing PlaysForSure. What the heck is all of this? Check out this quick introduction to what to expect as two giant computer companies battle it out for the portable media player crown.
Apple Adds New iPods, iTunes Movie Downloads
Apple dropped a huge bomb today at a press only event in San Francisco, as was expected by the throngs of iPod fans and tech blogs awaiting the biggest tech news of the day. An upgraded iPod 5G as well as new iPod nanos and a tiny new iPod shuffle were showcased, as was iTunes 7 and a new iTunes/iPod movie download service with initial offerings from Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar, Touchstone Pictures and Miramax Films.
Meet the iPod Family
The Apple iPod family spans across a variety of different types of MP3 players. The Apple iPod, iPod shuffle and iPod nano offer up different functions like random song playback, playlists, MP3 and AAC music support and more. Each iPod is geared towards a different type of person. Is the iPod, iPod shuffle or iPod nano best for you? Read this iPod help article and introduction to decide.
MP3 Players Revealed at CES 2006
The 2006 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas revealed new MP3 players from manufacturers like Panasonic and Samsung. For more details on MP3 players coming your way in 2006, check out this article.
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Apple's iPod Does Video...Finally
Apple has finally gone and put out an iPod which can play videos. It takes all of the features which have made this player #1 in the market and gives it yet another makeover. For more details on this and the new iTunes 6 software, read this article.
Apple's Latest Moves: New Motorola iTunes Phone, iPod nano and Harry Potter?
On September 7, 2005 Apple announced a new iTunes compatible cell phone from Motorola, a new iPod known as the nano, a Harry Potter Collector's Edition iPod and iTunes 5. For all of the details, check out this report.
Podcast Searching: Interview with blinkx.tv Co-Founder Suranga Chandratillake
In the world of online audio trends, podcasts are one of the hot ones right now. Podcasts bring someone's spoken word on a variety of topics ranging from religion to technology to your computer or MP3 player. Podcasts exists by the thousands. Companies like blinkx.tv are coming up with unique ways to help you find the best podcast for your needs. For more, check out my interview with one of the co-founders.
Apple Shakes iPod Tree
Apple today announced they were merging their iPod and iPod photo lines. The new iPod, which has a color screen and directly supports podcasts, keeps the same white iPod body. Read here for more on the new color iPod with photo and music playing abilities.
Health and Fitness MP3 Style: Interview with iAmplify's Murray Hidary
iAmplify is a company who has the goal of teaming with leading health and wellness experts to create downloadable MP3 files containing exercise and relaxtion routines. These files can then be taken to the gym on an iPod or other MP3 player so one can get a guided workout. To learn more about iAmplify's health and fitness MP3s, read my interview with co-founder Murray Hidary.
Apple iPod Shuffle First Look
The Apple iPod Shuffle is Apple's newest iPod to date. The iPod Shuffle is a flash memory player whose main claims to fame are use of a clever random play feature and sharp looks. Apple has designed the iPod Shuffle for those with active lifestyles who don't want to blow the bank on an MP3 player. Read more in this article to learn about the new Apple iPod Shuffle.
Apple iPod Photo First Look
Leave it to Apple to continue to improve on their market dominating iPod. The newest version of this amazing MP3 player is the iPod Photo, which gives you the ability to store and view up to 25,000 digital photos which are stored on its massive hard drive. This is in addition to the iPod Photo's core ability to play music the way you like it. You can even combine music and photos on the iPod Photo to create a digital slideshow.
MP3 Players at CES 2005
If there is one thing which was clearly evident at CES 2005 this year, it was the rapid growth of MP3 players. Less expensive hard drives and flash memory chips, new features and more consumers buying combined to make this one of the most interesting years yet for new MP3 player announcements. Read more in this article to find out about new MP3 players for 2005.
CES 2005 MP3 Player (iPod) Accessory Announcements
iPod and MP3 player accessories were a hot ticket this year at CES. Radio transmitters, remote controls, movie players, in car docking systems and more were announced to make your iPod and MP3 player more fun and useful. Read on to learn more about the latest in iPod and MP3 player accessories for 2005.
Online Audio Services for MP3 Players
While most people use MP3 players for music, a growing number are using online services like Audible and Audiofeast to download compelling spoken content. Companies like the New York Times, NPR and Time Warner are making audiobooks, daily news updates, original programming and more available for a fee. How do you get at this programming which could make your daily commute more enjoyable? Check out this article for the top services, tips and know how to get the spoken word to go.