Shiro readies trio of ho hum PMPs

We'll spare you the obvious here -- we're quite aware that Shiro's VJ (pictured) looks an awful lot like something else -- but nevertheless, the outfit is hoping that its forthcoming trio of portable media players can somehow get traction in the overly saturated market. The aforementioned VJ reportedly rocks a 2.4-inch 320 x 240 resolution display, up to 8GB of internal storage space, a microSD expansion slot, built-in microphone for voice recording, an FM radio, up to 20 hours of music playback (5 hours of video) and support for MP3, WMA, WAV, BMP and JPEG files. As for the MR, look for similar features in a smaller (2-inch display) package with a maximum capacity of 4GB, while the MD boasts an even tinier screen (1.8-inch) and a fair bit less battery life. Regrettably, no pricing details were mentioned, but we get the feeling Shiro will be saving those tidbits for CES.
[Via blog.wired.com]

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Chargepod

Chargepod

. On paper, it sounds O.K.: a little round hub with six short spokes, each of which can charge one of your mobile gadgets. That is, the Chargepod can charge a cellphone, iPod, Game Boy, Bluetooth earpiece, Palm organizer and BlackBerry simultaneously.

In practice, it’s even better. First, you don’t need a power strip to charge all your gadgets, just a single outlet. Second, you’ve eliminated six hideous, snarling black cables and transformers. Third, this thing is the size of a drink coaster; you can slip it into its carrying case and leave your six individual adapters at home.

The bad news: Since the electronics industry idiotically insists on inventing incompatible, noninterchangeable connectors for every new gadget, you have to order the appropriate Chargepod spokes (actually short black cables) individually, at $10 apiece. Callpod, the company that makes Chargepod, offers dozens of them for individual cellphone models, iPods and so on at www.callpod.com. Ten bucks each for four-inch cables is borderline outrageous; they’re not even labeled.

Still, though — you’ll use and get pleasure from this invention every single day.
by New York Times

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Software Vista converts videos into DVD for iPhone

The MadZ Software presented a new version of the program of conversion of the formats of video in DVD for iPhone and iPod Touch. The newness is the compatibility with the operative system Windows Vista.

This application goes to allow to owners of any one of the new devices of the Apple to transfer to video filing-cabinets gifts in DVDs to its computer, in such a way to convert them for the format used for iPhone as for iPod Touch and to send them for the respective device, where it could be seen without difficulties, discloses to the site eHome Upgrade.

Software allows to transfer to videos of practically almost all the types of DVD, since original records the copies or that they have unloaded contents of the InterNet.

Other characteristics of the converter include the possibility to choose the languages, headings and chapters or to personalize the task of conversion of the filing-cabinets to balance the size and the quality.

More information on software can be found in this link, where also download of a test version is possible to make one.
[Sol]

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Boomwave's Earmungous iPod Cases Now Available for Nano

I had a third-gen Nano, this is what I would be dressing it in—face it, those ears are just perfect for getting those hard-to-reach boogers out of your nose. Made from silicon, it's available in four colors: Dogstarr, aka Black, Spitzer, err, White, Bichpoo (is that missing a t?) also known as Pink and Bludhound, or Red to you and me. Each one costs $15.99, comes with a screen protector and neck strap, and they're shipping now, so make someone a happy bunny for Xmas.
[The Boomwave]

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iTunes movie rentals coming, Fox is only studio so far

The Financial Times is reporting that Apple and Twentieth Century Fox have reached a deal to provide movie rentals on the iTunes Store, likely to be announced at Macworld. While Disney sells a full line of films on iTunes and other studios provide catalog titles, this is the first rental arrangement to date. Movies are expected to be downloadable for a limited-play window. Equally important, the agreement is expected to include onboarding of iPod-compatible video files with Fox DVDs, so that iPod users can load and go when the DVD is purchased (rather than ripping the DVD into MP4 video).

More details as we get them.
via PaidContent.org

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Windows Mobile Internet Sharing Made Easy (3G iPhone!)

tooling around with getting internet sharing working on the Sprint Mogul for a bit, we discovered this small WMWifiRouter app by Jorrit Jongma. It's pretty much an install and run affair (save a bit of internet connection Wi-fi setup beforehand), but the only thing you have to watch out for is using a static IP address on the device you want to access it with (iPhone/laptop/whatever) because there's no DHCP server present. There's a good guide in the XDA Dev forum as well. The result? A 3G-ish iPhone. [WMWifiRouter]

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iPhone marriage proposal warms even the cynical heart

Maybe we just turn a bit sentimental during the holiday season, but damn it, we'll admit to getting a little choked up over reader Claude M's well-planned, uber-geeky proposal to his girlfriend -- even if his method of choice did happen to employ the totally overexposed iPhone. Being the romantic fellow that he is, Claude spent what must have been numerous hours producing a video proposal in the style of those ubiquitous commercials -- as you can see after the break -- and then screened it for his sweetheart (probably on his or her you-know-what) while they were strolling around the area where they'd first met in college. We'd like to congratulate the happy couple -- she said yes, duh -- and encourage them to race over to our Christmas contest post, where they have decent odds of scoring a pair of round trip tickets for the honeymoon.

Jaguar Creates iPhone and iPod Touch-only Broadband Magazine for New X

The car brand all about the cat scratch fever has partnered with the 29HD Network to develop what they're the calling the "industry's first broadband multimedia magazine specifically for Apple iPhone and iPod Touch users" to "experience the new Jaguar XF like never before." And by never before they mean on a tiny screen where you don't have to see the Dodge Intrepid-like looks of the 2009 Jaguar XF. Or maybe it'll be the all-James May channel. Although we must say we've worked with the folks at 29HD Network in the past and we're interested in seeing how this one turns out. Full press release after the jump.


Jaguar Launches First Broadband Multimedia Magazine for Apple iPhone
Jaguar continues its trend of being a leader in innovative media technology as it launches the industry's first broadband multimedia magazine specifically for Apple iPhone and iPod Touch users. The largest Broadband 2.0 Video Network, 29HD Network, developed this unique spin on the traditional website for Jaguar. By going to www.jxfphone.com, iPhone and iPod Touch owners can experience the new Jaguar XF like never before. The broadband magazine features the XF in vibrant photos and dramatic videos, all cropped to perfectly fit the portable devices' displays and take full advantage of their widescreen format.

With just a tap of the screen, users can flip through the dynamic photos of the broadband magazine, each of which also features an accompanying video that can be viewed with just another tap. All content is editorial based and will be updated regularly as the XF's release date approaches.

The new 2009 Jaguar XF is the first production car that reflects the new design direction for the brand, and will go on sale in USA in March 2008 with a starting MSRP of $49,975 (includes destination and delivery charges).

About Jaguar

From its beginning as a manufacturer of motorcycle sidecars in 1922, Jaguar Cars has grown to become one of the world's premier manufacturers of luxury sedans and sports cars and with that, one of the most recognized commercial brands. The company's vision is simple: To produce beautiful fast cars that are desired the world over. The company operates two manufacturing plants in the United Kingdom and is fully engaged in environmental programs, community work and brand awareness exercises such as motorsports.

29 HD Network

29HD Network is the largest Broadband2.0 Video Network for Auto and Racing. With sites that have larger format streaming videos and RSS Video feeds, the network was created and run by a team that are pioneers in Broadband Editorial.

Microsoft Releases Official Tool to Diagnose Zune Sync Problems [Zune]

If your Zune's been behaving like it deserves coal in its sleeve for Christmas, Microsoft has released a diagnostic tool that bundles up data for tech support to pore over to help them get your wares in order if update 2.3 didn't do the trick. Basically, you download the tool, pop it open and try to sync up Zune while it's running. After the Zune acts like a spoiled brat and won't talk to your PC, disconnect it and voila, you have a report to send to support techs, which hopefully will help them get your Zune straightened up after a quick trip to reform school or whatever so it talks to your PC all politely.
by Microsoft via Zune Boards

iPhone GPS addon

This looks like a really interesting iPhone GPS addon!

The iphone locoGPS module allows jail broken iphones to finally have GPS functionality. This module is in development and will be shipping in February. All software is open source and more applications are being written every day. The locoGPS module gives you the ability to explore all the benefits of GPS from a device that is small enough to put on a keychain.iPhone GPS addon.

TUAW Hack: Mess with your iPhone Settings screens

A little while back, I posted about some undocumented SpringBoard settings on the iPhone. Many readers seemed to enjoy learning about these settings, but they wanted to avoid performing the esoteric property list edits needed to adjust them.

In response, I give you the following: controls that actually show up in your Settings application and allow direct manipulation. Here's what you need to do. You will need secure shell access to your iPhone's command line (ssh).

Step 1
Start by backing up your /Applications/ Preferences.app/ Settings-iPhone.plist file. Make sure you copy the file to a safe place so you can recover it if needed.

Step 2
Replace that file with http://pastie.textmate.org/124408. Copy the entire property list from the field at the bottom of the screen and paste it into a new text file. Rename that file to Settings-iPhone.plist and place it in /Applications/Preferences.app.

Step 3
Run settings, and voila! I divided the settings into two groups. The first group works instantly and you can immediately see their results. For the second group, you must restart SpringBoard (my restart utility may help) for the settings to take effect.

SAFA rolls out another forgettable PMP

Sure, SAFA's latest portable media player is impressively small (and thin), and at least it looks like it was engineered in more than five or six minutes, but it's still nothing to phone home over. The all-black (or red, or white) player features a 1.8-inch LCD and plays nice with MP3, WMA, WAV, APE and FLAC file formats, and apparently, it also comes with a few built-in games in case the jams get stale. Moreover, there's a voice recorder, image viewer and a rechargeable Li-ion good for up to eight hours of playback, but we still don't see this thing bringing us too much joy after dropping between ₩89,000 ($95) and ₩109,000 ($116), depending on capacity.

MP901 portable media player looks slapped together, probably is

Believe us, we've seen plenty of chintzy in our day, but Shenzhen Link-Create Technology's MP901 goes above and beyond the call of jankiness. This PMP -- which looks as if it were (and probably was) pieced together using whatever spare parts could be found around the plant -- sports a 2.4-inch LCD, a 1.3-megapixel camera, 128MB to 4GB of internal storage space, a T-Flash expansion slot, integrated microphone and an FM tuner. Additionally, you'll find a rechargeable Li-ion, support for NES emulation, built-in speaker and support for AVI, MPEG4, MP3, WMA, AAC and WAV file formats. Per usual, pricing remains a mystery, but considering that minimum order quantity of 500, we've no real interest in unearthing the truth.

[Via PMPToday]

Apple plans iPods with automatic volume control

Future versions of Apple’s MP3 player are to be adapted to prevent users from playing tracks at full blast through their earphones for too long. Amid growing fears that listeners could cause irreversible damage to their hearing - the highest setting is as loud as a chainsaw - Apple is developing an automatic volume control. A new patent reveals that the next iPods and iPhones could automatically calculate how long a person has been listening and at what volume, before gradually reducing the sound level. The device will also calculate the amount of “quiet time” between when the iPod is turned off and when it is restarted, allowing the volume to be increased again to a safe level.

Listening to volumes below 70 decibels is considered safe. But iPods can currently reach volumes of over 100 decibels - the equivalent to standing 10ft from a pneumatic drill - and enough to cause permanent damage after just 15 minutes. Some MP3 players can even exceed 120 decibels. In April, Apple revealed it had sold more than 100million iPods worldwide and was expecting, by the end of this year, to have sold more than 4.5million iPhones. Of those 200,000 will have been bought in Britain. Its patent application, however, is the first time Apple has acknowledged concerns over the risk the iPod poses to hearing and comes after a series of damning studies highlighted the potentially damaging effects. I appreciate the effort, but isn’t it little weird? I want to be master of my mp3 player and not to be annoyed by automatically decreased volume…
Source: Daily Mail

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How to download music to an Ipod

Introduction
Giving a step by step introudction on someone that has never used an Ipod before

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need
and Ipod, a high intensity computer
Steps
 
Step 1
The moment has come where you have saved up all of your hard earned money to purchase your first Ipod, and you feel a bit lost. You sit there in agony and frustration and you ask yourself this question, why did I buy this item.
 
Step 2
The first step, is that you will need to visit Itunes.com in order to set up an Itunes account. After you have downloaded this information, you will create a personal profile for your itunes music.
Where you will have to enter your credit card information.
 
Step 3
make sure you listen to all the song snippets of that certain artist because there are many different versions of a specific song, and you do not want to get the wrong song.
by smithers6
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Itunes cards are wonderful because they are prepaid cards, where you do not have to use your credit card to purchase songs.
*If you do not have a high speed computer, and high speed internet your purchased music will not transfer,your computer will end up crashing

How to Comparison Shop for an iPod Online

Introduction
When it comes to shopping, online comparison shopping is definitely the most convenient way to do it. Web sites such as Froogle, BizRate, PriceGrabber and MySimon have all created comparison shopping services that are easy to use and can help you find what you’re looking for quickly. If you’re looking for an iPod, you can easily find just the right model within an hour or two, without even leaving home.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need
Computer with Internet access
Steps

1
Step One
Think about what you’re planning to do with your iPod, and the features you want it to have. See the Tips section of this article for a quick guide to the important features of iPods.

2
Step Two
Navigate to a comparison shopping Web site such as Froogle, BizRate, PriceGrabber or MySimon.

3
Step Three
Type your search terms into the search box and hit enter.

4
Step Four
Narrow your search results by entering a brand name or price range if the site allows you to do so.

5
Step Five
Compare the features of different models. If you can’t find enough information, try going to the manufacturer’s Web site.

6
Step Six
Select the model that you want and start comparing prices. Remember to include shipping and sales tax if they apply. Some sites may offer free shipping or other incentives so be sure to include that in your calculations.

7
Step Seven
Check and double-check. You may even want to try several different comparison shopping sites to hunt down the best deal you can find.
by eHow Electronics Editor

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Overall Tips & Warnings
*There are only a few different iPod models, but they vary in terms of their capabilities. Each model also has several varieties which differ in their storage capacity.
*All models except for the iPod shuffle have a display screen. The shuffle model is less user-friendly and has a relatively low storage capacity but it is a great option if you’re on a tight budget.
*The iPod nano and the iPod mini are the first models released with a screen. They have a storage capacity of 1 to 6 gigabytes and have a longer battery life than the iPod shuffle.
*The more sophisticated models are slightly larger than the shuffle, and feature a display screen as well as longer battery life. These also have a larger storage capacity, of up to 40 gigabytes.
*So-called fourth and fifth generation iPods have some advanced features—these cost significantly more than the shuffle but they’re also more user-friendly and versatile.
*The fourth-generation iPod is the iPod photo, which can store images and display them in color on its screen, and has a storage capacity of up to 60 gigabytes.
*The fifth-generation iPod has a video player and storage capacity of 30 to 80 gigabytes.
*To prevent future problems, make sure you find out as much as possible about the iPod and the store you’re buying from before purchase, including the store’s returns policy and the warranty on the item.

London hospital sends sounds of babys in the uterus for iPod

One of the known private hospitals more of London, with customers as Victoria Beckham, created a new service for approaches the pregnant women of its children: ecographies with sound that can be unloaded for cellphone or iPod.

The service was presented by the Portland Hospital and is carried through through a specific device that takes off ecographies the 4 dimensions with images of high definition and sound of babys.

In accordance with the Daily Telegraph the ecografia delays about 40 making and download is made through a site considered safe for the hospital.

The only if of these images is the price, that goes from  140 pounds (194 euros) to 250 pounds (346 euros).

Gemei intros X590 portable media player

Though we haven't seen anything notable from Gemei in quite some time, the X590 is a solid choice to hit back with. Equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD, this portable media player supports MP3, AVI, DAT, WMA, APE, FLAC and FLV formats (among others), and apparently, it can also support emulation. Interestingly, we're not told exactly how much storage this thing comes with, nor if it supports expansion via flash cards, but it's got plenty of glossy black and chrome if that's your bag. Look for it sometime next week for a currently undisclosed price.

Mp3 Player Morpher 4.0 - The Only Mp3 Player That Can Morph - Makes Its Way In The World

MP3 Player Morpher 4.0 can be seen as the only MP3 Player that helps users change singing voice and morph their music with exclusive plug-in effects. Along with these above-mentioned features, MP3 Player Morpher 4.0 also keeps the traditional qualities of MP3 Player Morpher that have caught users' attention for a long time. Every singe task of editing music is now easy as a breeze when users take easy steps to play, capture and record music, as well as convert, rip and burn MP3s and CDs. It can also customize audio clips for cartoons, movies, TV shows, etc. by creating different voices with male, female, adult, and baby qualities for different kinds of movie clips. Users may even rock theirs pop songs with AVnex's MP3 Player Morpher, which is a hard feature to find elsewhere.

 

"With all the features created from the achievements of our ceaseless improvements, AVnex confidently offers users this innovative product, and superlative clone CD, DVD program," said Helen Le, Audio4fun.com's Sales and Marketing Manager.

Louise Anderson, Brand Manager of Music Morpher line added, "With the release of MP3 Player Morpher 4.0, a message is sent to music fans that MP3 Player Morpher 4.0 will definitely help them to discover their creative skills in the world of home entertainment. This music product will be an effective tool in allowing them to express their innermost musical passions."

Users can check back for the latest information about MP3 Player Morpher on http://mp3-player.audio4fun.com/mp3-player-morpher.htm to find many more benefits they may get from AVnex's free music morpher.

About AVnex Ltd.:

Throughout many years of development, AVnex Ltd. has been promoting audio and video software technologies and specializing in three core areas: Audio and Video Morphing Algorithms, Audio and Video Stream Interception, Audio and Video Real Time Effecting.

The wide range of products of AVnex Ltd. is detailed at http://www.audio4fun.com. Music Morpher products' in-depth specifications can be found at http://www.musicmorpher.com.

From 2006, AVnex Ltd. has been extending their business model to encompass Internet users who want a richer social networking experience. See http://www.make4fun.com for more details.
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Recycle Your iPod or Game Console and Get Cash -- BuyMyTronics.com

The website www.BuyMyBrokeniPod.com that buys consumers' iPods for quick, easy cash has increased the types of products it purchases and revamped its website. The new website, BuyMyTronics.com, now buys your used, broken or otherwise unwanted iPods, iPhones, Zunes and game consoles of all types, in any condition, for top dollar. BuyMyTronics.com is green-minded, recycling your electronics and keeping harmful materials out of landfills while filling your pockets with cash.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) December 4, 2007 -- The website www.BuyMyBrokeniPod.com that gave consumers an easy, lucrative, eco-friendly way to dispose of broken, used or otherwise unwanted iPods has changed its domain name and focus to include more electronics than just iPods. The new website, www.BuyMyTronics.com, has a refreshed look, and is run by the same green-minded individuals who bought old and damaged iPods for quick cash. Consumers can now also sell iPhones, Zunes and game consoles of all types and conditions, putting green in their wallets while keeping the environment green.

We are excited about the success of the site and are thrilled we can already offer these new services to our customers

Consumers looking to sell old, broken, used, new, damaged or otherwise unwanted electronic devices can now get top dollar via check or PayPal within 48 hours of receipt from www.BuyMyTronics.com. It is the easiest way for people to get paid for unwanted consumer electronics such as iPods, iPhones, Zunes and game consoles (including Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft). BuyMyTronics.com buys consumer electronics of all types and conditions, giving people better prices than those found on sites like eBay, Craigslist or other buy/sell sites.

The user-friendly website and reliable customer service make the usually challenging process of unloading electronics a delight. BuyMyTronics.com provides a second life for unused electronics by recycling, repairing or reselling the products they receive. They also offer a way to dispose of older models of game consoles such as Playstation 1 and Super Nintendo in an environmentally safe manner by offering free recycling.

The eco-friendly nature of this site is the real deal. BuyMyTronics.com reuses packaging and keeps its offices near shipping facilities to minimize the need for transportation. By selling electronics to BuyMyTronics.com, consumers can keep unwanted electronics, and the heavy metals and leads they contain, out of landfills while putting cash in their pockets.

Types of gadgets currently purchased by BuyMyTronics.com include: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPod Classic, iPod Video, iPod Photo, iPod Nano, iPod Mini, iPod 4th -1st Generation, iPod Shuffle; Microsoft Zune, Nintendo Wii, Game Cube, Super Nintendo, Nintendo DS Lite and Gameboy Advance; Microsoft X-Box 360 Elite, Premium, Arcade, Core, and Microsoft X-Box Original; Sony Playstation 3 (PS3), 2 (PS2), 1 (PS1) and PSP. For additional details, visit www.BuyMyTronics.com.

It does not matter if you have a sad faced iPod Video, or an X-Box with a disk read error, BuyMyTronics.com offers the most money, fastest payment and simplest web interface. Founded in 2006 and privately owned, the company has headquarters in Denver, CO.

BuyMyTronics.com founder and president, Brett Mosley, says the company intends to expand its market to include other electronics such as laptop computers and cell phones in the near future. "We are excited about the success of the site and are thrilled we can already offer these new services to our customers," Mosley says. "Check back soon and often for information on new changes!"

Apple unleashes Sonic the Hedgehog for iPod

Listen up iPod nano (3rd Generation), iPod Classic and 5th Generation iPod owners! Your ability to abstain from buying iPod games could be challenged, for Apple have quietly released Sonic the Hedgehog for your favorite pocket music players. Yes, Sonic the Hedgehog. I can wait here -- you go celebrate this gaming icon making it to Cupertino via the iTunes Store.

You're back? Excellent. Complete with MIDI-esque soundtrack for true 'throw-back-to-Sonic's-golden-era' effect, this new game will cost you $4.99 / £3.99 (yes, almost $8 - pity us Brits) or €4,99 via the iTunes Store and is available now; there's also the usual gifting option, should there be an iPod user in your life you've yet to find gift inspiration for.

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Sony Mylo 2 Gets Leaked?

QJ.net published a picture back in October that sheds some light on the Sony Mylo 2 FCC rumor we showed you yesterday. This older shot shows off the device's front side, which meshes with what we saw in the FCC docs—namely, a sliding body with rounded sides and a flattened top and bottom. We know a bit more about the Mylo than what's shown in qj.net's picture, but we can't comment on it yet. If this really is the Mylo, it shows an interesting design turn from the bulgy-looking first gen.

Rumor: BMW Dropping iDrive For Apple Compatibility?

Autospies has a juicy rumor on BMW, iDrive, the iPod and an apparent dropping of one standard in favor of another. Their tipster tells them that BMW will drop the iDrive system—which has gotten not-so-fabulous reviews—in favor of an interface that they've collaborated with Apple on. It's unclear exactly what type of UI this would be, or whether it would allow the iPhone/iPod to dock into the car much like the recent Land Rover LRX Concept.
by Autospies

Creative's 32GB Zen finally on sale

A few weeks ago Creative confirmed that the 32GB Zen was coming, but sadly would not see the light of day till the second quarter of 2008. Well, it appears that Creative's US site is showing the 32GB Zen in stock and available for shipment. For some reason the Zen product page doesn't show the 32GB model in stock when selected in the drop down menu; but when placed in the cart, it shows that it is indeed available. So if you were planing on layin-down $349.99 on the largest capacity Zen when it was finally available, your time has come.

Oh, and as a bonus you might actually be able to get this in time for Christmas, if you order soon. 
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Apple launch of Leopard system its best ever

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - The launch of Apple Inc's (AAPL.O: Quote, Profile, Research) latest operating system, Leopard, was its best ever, a research group said on Monday.

When comparing the first full month of sales of Apple Mac OS 10.5 "Leopard" (November 2007) to the first full month of sales for Mac OS 10.4 "Tiger" (May 2005), dollar volume for Leopard was up 32.8 percent and unit volume up 20.5 percent, NPD Group Inc said in a statement.

Apple, maker of the Macintosh computer, the iPod digital music player and the iPhone smartphone, started selling Leopard on October 25, after a four-month delay due to the company's work on the iPhone.

The new version of Apple's OS X software costs $129 for a single user and $199 for a "family pack" that can be installed on as many as five computers in a single household.

New features include a file back-up feature called "Time Machine," improvements to e-mail and instant messaging, and the ability to preview documents or files without starting up a separate program, as well as quick access to other computers on a home or an office network.

While the increases in dollar and unit volume can partially be attributed to going on sale during November -- a key month for consumer shopping -- and the growth in the number of Apple retail stores, NPD said the figures show that Apple has found the right formula for rolling out new versions of Mac operating systems.

Leopard is the sixth version in as many years, a fact the Cupertino, California-based concern is quick to contrast with Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O: Quote, Profile, Research), which went more than five years between new versions of its Windows operating system.

Microsoft's Windows Vista became broadly available early this year and comes in several versions that cost between $100 and $260, according to the company's Web site.

(Reporting by Duncan Martell, editing by Gerald E. McCormick)
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Apple iPhone Coming to Japan

According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple is right now in talks with NTT DoCoMo and Softbank, negotiating the release of the iPhone in Japan. Steve Jobs recently met with NTT DoCoMo's president and companies executives have been travelling back and forth between Tokyo and Cupertino to talk about the possible deals, eat tofu tempura, drink sake and sing in karaoke/strip bars.

iPod touch SIP-VoIP application: free on New Year's Day

Remember that VoIP hack for the iPod touch. Right, the one that requires an external mic. Well, mark your calendars Jailbreakers, the software will be available for download on New Year's Day. SIP-VoIP is free, but your donations will gladly (and rightfully) be accepted.
by Thomas Ricker]

How to DJ with an iPod

Introduction
iPod DJing has become popular in unconventional bars and clubs all over the world since 2004, when club owners began setting up iPod mixing booths and inviting patrons to perform their favourite tracks. The process is simple, and because it is currently impossible to beat match with an iPod, you need no musical skill, or DJing experience, to become tonight’s Mixmaster!

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need
Mixing Desk
Two iPods
A Large track library
Speakers
Steps

1
Step One
Plug two iPods into the “line-in” connections of a mixer.

2
Step Two
If you plan to mix vinyl records with IPod music it is also possible to use a special IPod DJ mixer, that is set-up to incorporate IPods AND decks.

3
Step Three
Choose a song on one iPod and set the cross fader so that this tune is playing through the DJ speakers.

4
Step Four
Choose the following song on the other iPod. To line-up the next track, press the play/pause button twice in quick succession, so that the track is paused at the very start of the song.

5
Step Five
As the song being played through the speakers comes to an end, lower the output volume on the mixer and switch the cross fader to the second iPod. Quickly un-pause the lined-up track and increase the output volume.

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Step Six
Forget about beatmatching. It is currently impossible for iPod DJ’s to beatmatch, (increase or decrease the speed of songs so that their tempo’s match) although the technology is being developed!

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Step Seven
Choose your songs wisely. iPod DJ’s are rated almost entirely on their tune selection rather than their skills with DJ equipment.

8
Step Eight
Tap the center button on your IPod twice in quick succession to “scratch” the current track. Doing this means the music backs up a fraction and can have some interesting effects!

Tips & Warnings
*IPods don’t scroll through tracks second-by-second but tend to skip along instead. The inaccuracy of the IPod means that seriously good “drop-ins” are very hard to achieve; forget them!
*iPod DJing is still in its infancy but is expected to grow. Get a foothold in the scene early!
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How to Troubleshoot an iPod

Introduction
Apple has made a list of things to do to troubleshoot an iPod, which they call the 5 R’s. Those 5 R’s are as follows: reset, retry, restart, reinstall and restore. Following these steps will help out with many common operating problems that you might encounter using an iPod. Some other things to check include file formats and settings. Follow these steps to troubleshoot an iPod.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need
iPod
Steps

1
Step One
Reset the iPod. To do this, turn the iPod on and then off. Push and hold the “Menu” and “Center” buttons for a slow count of 6 or until the Apple logo shows up on the view screen.

2
Step Two
Retry your connection to your desktop computer using a different USB port or even a different USB cable. Many sync problems occur because the cable has been plugged into an older USB port, which does not allow fast data transfer.
3
Step Three
Restart the computer that you are using to sync with the iPod. Part of troubleshooting an iPod is discovering if the problem lies with your computer.

4
Step Four
Reinstall iTunes with the latest software available for iPod. Newer software may have a fix for the problem that you are experiencing.

5
Step Five
Restore the iPod to its factory settings. This wipes out everything that you have put on the device, including files, settings and pictures.
6
Step Six
Check the format that a song is saved in. The iPod cannot play files encoded with WMA, MPEG Layer 1 or MPEG Layer 2 formats.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Make sure you have the right hardware to do the things that you want to do. For example, if you want to import photos to your iPod, you will need an iPod Camera Connector.
*Make sure that your computer has the minimum requirements or better to run iTunes and use an iPod. The most important component, outside of iTunes, is a USB 2.0 port, which allows the iPod to communicate with the computer faster.
*If you have been syncing your iPod with a Windows-based computer and want to begin syncing with a Mac, you will need to restore the iPod, which erases everything in the portable music player’s memory.

How to Test an IPod Battery

Introduction
IPods are a music lover's dream come true. It seems incredible that so much music can fit on such a tiny device. Music fans spend hundreds of dollars for these little miracle devices, but nothing will upset the iPod owner more than a battery that no longer holds a charge. Try the technique below to test the endurance of your iPod battery.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderate
Steps

1
Step One
Reset your iPod by sliding the "Hold" switch on, then back to "Off."

2
Step Two
Press simultaneously the "Play/Pause" button and "Menu" buttons for up to 10 seconds. Release when the Apple/iPod logo shows on the screen. Repeat if necessary.

3
Step Three
Turn on your iPod. Verify that there is at least one song of average length on the device.

4
Step Four
Update the device to the latest iPod software.

5
Step Five
Completely charge the iPod, either with an AC adapter or by a USB cable attached to the computer. Disconnect charging cable.

6
Step Six
Turn your iPod on. Go to its main menu. Select "Settings-Repeat." Continue through "Repeat" options until "All" is highlighted. Click "All" to select it.

7
Step Seven
Select "Settings-EQ." Click on "Off" to select it.

8
Step Eight
Attach earbuds or headphones. Choose a song/album to play. The song will play repeatedly until the battery is exhausted.

9
Step Nine
Record the time that your iPod starts playing and time that it stops playing. Check frequently to ensure your device is still active. Try to be as accurate as possible when determining when the battery becomes depleted.

10
Step Ten
Compare battery life span to your iPod's manual. If your estimated life span is considerably shorter than expected, the battery may need to be replaced.
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How to Troubleshoot an iPod Nano

Introduction
You can troubleshoot an iPod nano if you are having problems getting the portable music player to do what it was designed to do: play music. The following steps start with the nano playing music while seated in the Dock and move on to problems that may be experienced when you use the iPod nano on its own.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need
iPod nano
Steps

1
Step One
Seat the iPod nano properly in the Dock. A firm connection is needed for the iPod nano to transmit its data to the external speakers.

2
Step Two
Check the external speaker connection when you are running the iPod nano from the Dock. When the unit is not playing, the sound may not be reaching the speakers. Also make sure the external speakers are powered up.

3
Step Three
Press the “Play/Pause” button to disable the pause setting. It is very easy to accidentally hit pause without realizing it.

4
Step Four
Look at the volume level. If it is too low, turn it up. The volume control may have had a lock set, which limits how loud you can turn up the volume on the iPod nano.

5
Step Five
Press the headphone jack firmly in the connector. A loose connection here can interfere with the transmission of sound.

6
Step Six
Make sure the “Hold” switch is not set to the ”Hold” setting. The “Hold” button prevents you or anyone else from using the controls of the iPod nano.

7
Step Seven
Check the song formatting. iPod nano supports AAC, Apple Lossless, MP3, WAV, AA and AIFF formats.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Follow the 5 R’s to clear up problems with synchronization and performance. Reset, retry, restart, reinstall and restore. For more information on the 5 R’s and other troubleshooting tips visit the Apple site or consult your user’s guide.
*Run the latest version of iTunes for the best performance from your iPod nano. The latest version of iTunes can be downloaded from the Apple online site.
*Try recharging your battery. Sometimes, if the charge is very low, the screen will not power up. Dock the nano and allow about four hours for a full charge cycle.
*Restoring the iPod nano is a last resort troubleshooting option, as it erases all of the user-created information on the iPod nano and returns all of the settings to their factory condition.

How to iphone for free!!!!!

Introduction
Free apple products, iphone, ipod touch, shuffle classic, and a macbook!

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need
a computer...
Steps

1
Step One
Register & choose your Apple product FREE:
http://apple.real-incentives.com/43333

2
Step Two
Complete just ONE sponsored offer.

When completing your sponsored offer, the lovefilm.com no obligation, 2 week free trial is recommended. This is one I have personally completed - It's Europe's no.1 online DVD rental service, and completely free to try. Simply cancel if you are not satisfied. Other offers may require a small payment, but if you choose the recommended offer, you won't be charged a penny, guaranteed.

3
Step Three
Refer a few friends to do the same. (eg, refer just 3 people for an iPod shuffle, or 9 for an iPod Touch)

And once your referrals have completed their one offer, (step 2) your iPod, Macbook or whatever item you choose, will be shipped to you free of charge.

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How to Get a free iPod Touch

Introduction
I will tell you how to get a 100% free Apple iPod Touch from http://www.freeAppleiPodTouch.com

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Steps

1
Step One
Signup for your Free iPhone via the following link:

US/Canada only: www.FreeAppleiPod Touch.com

* Over $2.5 million sent!


All you need to do is click on that link to go to the site's main page, enter a valid email address and all the other details (so that they can ACTUALLY SEND YOU your iPhone and make sure the signup process is legitimate).

All the info you're entering is 100% safe and secure. Like the privacy policy of the site states, it is NOT sold to any advertisers or will be used to spam your email address.

Also, make sure you choose the "referral account." It's a lot easier to complete!

2
Step Two
Complete ONE advertiser's TRIAL offer

DO NOT be afraid of this step! This is NOT a trap!

As soon as you login, you'll see an 'OFFERS' tab on top. Go there and scroll through the variety of offers available. You're free to choose whatever offer you like to do!

3
Step Three
Spread the Word - refer friends to do the exact same thing!

Now that you completed ONE offer (pretty easy, right?), you should refer as many friends as the reward needs. You'll will find your referral link on your status page once you login, and on the same page you will see all your referrals who signed up under you as well.

There are TONS of ways to refer people.

When you give your link out to people make sure they follow the same instructions mentioned on this site. Might as well point them to this site instead of re-iterating what I said, right?

Suggestions to get referrals...

1. Get friends/family/relatives to signup for ONE trial offer. They could even be your co-workers, boyfriend/girlfriend, teacher/professor, etc. This is, by far, the fastest and most reassuring way to get your Free iPhone faster!

2. Go to some forums and post your link there. Even post it as an eBay auction. Now that will get you attention right there!

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How to Download iJailbreak for the iPod Touch

Introduction
Following in the footsteps of Jailbreak developed for the iPod, iJailbreak is a program that allows users to unlock the iPod Touch so that third-party applications can be loaded. Follow these steps to properly download and set up iJailbreak for the iPod Touch so you can start customizing your cool new pod.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Steps

1
Step One
Make sure you have the system requirements. The iJailbreak program is designed to work on Apple's operating system OS X Tiger running on Intel chips and PowerPC. If you don't run a computer with OS X Tiger you can find someone who does to download the program and break your iPod Touch out of digital jail.

2
Step Two
Download the application. You can download the application from Google Code. The link to the application's newest version is available from iJailbreak.com. Select and begin the download. Once the program has downloaded copy the disk image to your application folder, making sure that you're not copying the application itself since the two share a single icon.

3
Step Three
Run the application. To make sure the iJailbreak application downloaded correctly you should quit iTunes, if it's open, and run iJailbreak. Follow the subsequent instructions and head to the web address designated by the application to continue the process.

4
Step Four
Connect your iPod Touch. Continue on with the process to make sure that the program downloaded correctly and is compatible with your machine and setting. When you're prompted to connect your iPod Touch do so and then click through the instructions to begin the "jail break" process. The process should take a few minutes if everything goes correctly.

5
Step Five
Finish up. To finish the download and set up process you should follow the final, post-jail break instructions, which includes turning the iPod Touch off and then restarting it. Go through with this process and then try installing some third party applications to make sure that the process and download did what they were supposed to.
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How to Buy a Touch Screen iPod

Introduction
The iPod touch screen is just one of the many versions of the iPod that are available to buy. It has a touch screen that is used to control the iPod instead of the traditional controls. While it is on the higher end of the price spectrum when it comes to iPods, the iPod touch screen is worth buying.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Steps

1
Step One
Make sure you have the funding for the purchase of an iPod touch screen. The price for this gadget is in the $300.00 to $400.00 range, not including extended warranty and/or insurance.

2
Step Two
Check the gigabyte information on the iPod touch screen to see which one has the capacity you are looking for. Take into consideration if you plan on using it for music, movies or a combination of both. This particular model comes in 8 and 16 gigabytes.

3
Step Three
Go to an electronics store near you to check if they have any iPod touch screen available. It is possible that you will have to put your name on a waiting list or pre-order the iPod. With any luck, you will be able to walk out of the store with one in your hands.

4
Step Four
Read the instructions that come with the iPod before you plug it into your computer and start loading your music and movies onto it. Doing this will save you a lot of time and frustration.

5
Step Five
Load your music and movies onto your new iPod after you have read the instructions, loaded the software and plugged it into your computer. Most iPods need to be charged for 24 hours before they can be used, so be patient. Soon you will be jamming out to your favorite tunes.
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How to Move MP3s from an iPod to a Computer

Introduction
To move MP3s from an iPod to a computer is a bit advanced. iTunes will not let you do it and you will have to enable your iPod for disk use. Luckily, you have these steps to guide you. Follow these steps to move MP3s from an iPod to a computer.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderate
Things You'll Need
Computer
iPod
Steps

1
Step One
Connect your iPod to your computer, and use a PC if you can. Windows users have things easier. Open up “Control Panel” and click “Tools” then “Folder Options.” Under “Advanced Options,” select “Show hidden files and folders.” Click “Apply to all Folders” and then click “Okay.”

2
Step Two
Open up “My Computer.” Find the iPod (it will probably appear under external storage devices). Double-click the icon.

3
Step Three
Browse. Look for a folder that contains MP3s. It will usually be named something like "iPod Control." Find a “Music” folder and look in the subdirectories. The file names will be random numbers and letters.

4
Step Four
Copy and paste. Either drag the entire folder onto your desktop or select the files and hit “Ctrl” and “C” at the same time. Open another folder and hit “Ctrl” and “V” at the same time.

5
Step Five
Add to library. Now, open up iTunes and click “File” then “Add to Library.” Browse to the folder where you just copied the files to and select it.

6
Step Six
If you use a Mac, you will have to enable your iPod for disk use. Open iTunes and click the “iPod” icon. In the “Summary” tab, check "Enable for Disk Use" under options.

7
Step Seven
Drag and drop files to and from your iPod. You can now access your iPod as if it were an external hard drive. The iPod will appear on the desktop. Double-click to access the files and drag and drop them to your desktop or a folder to copy then.

8
Step Eight
Add to library. Repeat step 6.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*For a PC, you may also need to set up your iPod to update manually.
*Although the filenames are nonsensical numbers and letters, when you add them to the library, iTunes will automatically sort and re-title them.
*Songs you have purchased from the iTunes Store may not play on other machines without being converted.

How to Make a Bullclip Ipod Dock | eHow.com

Introduction
You have an iPod, and you really want a dock so you can easily download all you music. But when you price the iPod dock at the Apple store, you realize you need to spend that $30 elsewhere. So, build your own dock with a bullclip and a rubber band. You can build it for less than a dollar with some office supplies. You may even already have the supplies.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need
Extra large bulldog clip or bullclip or binder clip
Rubber band
Cable
iPod
Steps

1
Step One
Gather your materials. Locating the bullclip may be the hardest part of this project.

2
Step Two
Open the clips on the bullclip. Set it aside.

3
Step Three
Wrap the rubber band around the end of the cord that connects into the iPod. Set it back about a quarter-inch from the end of the cord. Keep the rubber band as flat as possible as you wrap it around the plug. The rubber band provides a cushion that protects the cord from any damage from the bullclip.

4
Step Four
Squeeze the bullclip open. Gently insert the end of the iPod cord with the rubber band wrapped around it into the open bullclip. Carefully release pressure on the bullclip. Make sure the rubber band bears the pressure from the bullclip. If the bullclip is touching the cord, rewrap the rubber band.

5
Step Five
Thread the cord out of the side of the bullclip. Plug it into an available USB port.

6
Step Six
Attach your iPod to your new dock. Set the iPod and its dock down on your desk. The square metal part of the bullclip should be in full contact with the desk. You may need to move one or both of the bullclip's clips to adjust your view of the iPod screen. If the bullclip doesn't support the weight of your iPod, try a larger bullclip.
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Former Apple Designer Creates Sound Machine iPhone Dock

In Audio Jibe they are preparing a base for iPhone, of name Sound Machine, that it has enamored to us at first sight. However, between the people in charge of its creation we found Robert Brunner, industrial designer head in Apple from 1989 to 1996, where the PowerBook created, and founder of Ammunition Group, the design company/signature with which it tries to take the electronics of design to a new level.

The Audio Jibe Sound Machine is the first product that the Californian company/signature will send at the beginning of 2008. Shortly after they will accompany earpieces with cancellation by noise that will use, like this base for iPhone, the principle of tape loudspeakers which already we saw in the loudspeakers Sunfire CRM-2 Cinema Ribbon, and a system of cinema in house with flat television set.

In order to equip the loudspeakers Sound Machine with the quality of sound that deserves best iPod, iPhone, in Audio Jibe has asked for the aid of Menlo Scientific, specialists of the sound with 25 years of experience in their salary and that have spilled all their knowledge are these demanding loudspeakers, whose secrets are not within reach of many.

In the Audio Jibe Sound Machine also we will have free hands Bluetooth, an exit to earpieces, a port USB to synchronize iPhone with the computer and an entrance of audio aid to connect other digital reproducers.

On the price, the power of the loudspeakers, the exact date of sale and other smaller details of the Audio Jibe Sound Machine so far nothing is known. Only we have left to wait for and to say so that in CES 2008 of Fertile valleys they show it in all his splendor.

Update: In BusineesWeek they said that also it has reproducer of DVD and radio by Internet. Where it is the groove for the DVD? Sim embargo, the radio by Internet could have it if it has WiFi or an Ethernet pin that we do not see in the photography.

Sources: Audio Jibe, Ammunition Group and Menlo Scientific.
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How to Use the Equalizer on an iPod

Introduction
You use the equalizer on an iPod to alter the sound as heard from the earphones. The equalizer increases the volume of narrow bandwidths of the music, which allows for tight control over the sonic picture emerging from the earphones. The equalizer settings on an iPod are almost identical to the presets available through iTunes, so if you can use iTunes, you can use an equalizer on an iPod.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need
iPod
Steps

1
Step One
Pull up the main menu on the iPod. Do this either by tapping on the center button two times or by turning the iPod on.

2
Step Two
Choose “Settings” from the menu. This gives you a list of options which allow you to change and alter how your iPod performs.

3
Step Three
Use the click wheel and center button to select “EQ.” Doing so will pull up a menu of EQ presets, from “Acoustic” to “Rock.” Each preset alters the sound in a particular way.

4
Step Four
Try a couple of different presets to get the sound just the way you like. The "Acoustic” preset, for example, does not cut any of the frequency ranges, but it does provide a gentle boost to the low and upper midrange frequencies.

5
Step Five
Compare the sound using the same song using a different preset. For example, the same song played with "Pop” would have more midrange punch, while the high and low end would be rolled back. This EQ preset is good for emphasizing a vocal performance.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Different presets are good for highlighting different aspects of a musical performance. An EQ preset that provides a midrange boost will tend to bring out a song’s vocal parts and downplay the drums. A preset with more of a bass boost, such as hip-hop, emphasizes the bass and drum line.
*Install the latest versions of iTunes on your computer and make sure the operating software is up to date on your iPod to get the best sound from your iPod.
*If you created a custom equalization preset in iTunes, you will need to shut the EQ off on your iPod in order to use the iTunes EQ preset.
*Using the EQ presets drains more power from your iPod’s battery.

iFrogz Introduces Car and Wall iPod Chargers

iFrogz introduces Car and Wall iPod Chargers that are easy to use and come in multiple color options.

Logan, Utah (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- iFrogz™, makers of the most customizable iPod cases in the world, have just released two new iPod accessories, a car charger and a wall charger available in multiple colors.

The 12V USB car charger will plug into any standard car outlet, typically a cigarette lighter, and then connect to an iPod via a USB cable and charge the iPod while you drive. Simple and easy to use, the new iFrogz Car Charger comes in white, black or pink and retails for $12.99.
The 110V USB wall charger features a standard two ply plug, which plugs into any standard (US) wall outlet. You can effortlessly connect an iPod to the charger via a USB cord and recharge the iPod anywhere there is an outlet. The new iFrogz Wall Charger comes in your choice of white, blue, pink, green and black. It retails for $14.99

For more information about iFrogz, or to begin designing a custom iPod case, please visit www.ifrogz.com.
About iFrogz iFrogz™ (www.ifrogz.com) develops innovative accessories for the iPod and other consumer electronics. iFrogz iPod accessories utilize unique designs and come in more than a million different combinations, allowing individuals to individualize the look of their iPods as much as their music and video selections are individualized. A subsidiary of Reminderband Inc., iFrogz launched in March 2006 and is based in Logan, Utah.

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How to Listen to Audiobooks on an iPod

Introduction
You can listen to audiobooks on an iPod just like you would listen to podcasts or music. All you need to do is find an audiobook on the iTunes Store, load the audiobook and then play it back on your iPod. Follow these steps to listen to audiobooks on an iPod.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Steps
Resources: Free Classic Audio Books

1
Step One
Find an audiobook. Open up iTunes and log on to the iTunes Store by clicking the icon on the left. Now either search using the box in the top right or click "Audiobooks" under "iTunes Store" to browse.

2
Step Two
Download an audiobook. Once you find something you like, click "Buy Book." Sign up for an account should you need to and then checkout. This will put the audiobook into your iTunes library.

3
Step Three
Connect your iPod. Wait for the icon to appear.

4
Step Four
Load audiobooks manually. If you update your iPod manually, simply drag and drop the audiobook from your iTunes library to your iPod icon.

5
Step Five
Sync automatically. Your iPod syncs audiobooks at the same time it syncs music, so all you need to do is have the audiobook on your computer and update your iPod.

6
Step Six
Disconnect your iPod. Make sure the "Do not Disconnect" display is gone before disconnecting your iPod. You may have to hit the "Eject" icon in iTunes first.

7
Step Seven
Play the audiobook. From the iPod main menu, go to "Music" then “Audiobooks" and then select the audiobook you want to listen to.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*You can change the playback speed of audiobooks under your iPod settings.
*Audiobooks are skipped when listening to your iPod on shuffle, unless they are included in the playlist you are shuffling.
*Automatically syncing your iPod will delete any audiobooks that aren't on your computer.

How to Connect an Ipod Shuffle to a Mac

Introduction
The iPod shuffle, though small in size is big on storage capacity. It has 1 GB of memory with the ability to hold up to 240 songs. It's easy to connect and upload music. Read on to learn how to connect an iPod shuffle to a Mac.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need
Mac computer
iPod shuffle
Steps

1
Step One
Check your iPod shuffle to determine whether it is the original, stick version or the newer, more compact version.

2
Step Two
Make sure your Mac is turned on. You will not be able to access iTunes when it is off.

3
Step Three
Turn on your iPod shuffle. Your Mac will not recognize it otherwise.

4
Step Four
Plug it directly into a high-power USB port on the Mac if you have the original version. If you have the newer version of the iPod shuffle then place it in the iPod dock connector.

5
Step Five
Watch the Mac monitor to ensure iTunes loads automatically. This means a connection has been established.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Before connecting an iPod shuffle to a portable Mac, plug the Mac in. Transferring data to the iPod drains power.
*Make sure the connector and the port match before inserting the connector.
*Do not transfer music unless the iPod shuffle is fully charged. If the battery dies, it may result in an incomplete transfer.
*You must connect the iPod shuffle to a high-power USB port. It will not work if you connect it to a low-power USB port, which are located on peripherals.

How to View Lyrics on an iPod

Introduction
Before you can view lyrics on an iPod, you have to enter the song’s lyrics into iTunes. Once you have found the lyrics to the song and added them to iTunes, you have to sync up to your desktop computer and add the new lyrics to your iPod. After you have done so, you can view the lyrics as the song plays on your iPod.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need
Computer
iPod
Steps

1
Step One
Enter the lyrics for the song into iTunes. To start this process, select a song you have in your library.

2
Step Two
Click on “File” to bring down a menu of options. From this menu, choose “Get Info.”

3
Step Three
Select “Lyrics.” This will pull up an empty text box where you can either type in the words to the song or you can paste the lyrics from another file.

4
Step Four
Type the lyrics to the song in the textbox and save. The lyrics are saved as plain text, so if you have written the lyrics down elsewhere using fancy fonts or spacing, those details will be lost.

5
Step Five
Sync your iPod with your desktop computer. Dock the iPod and transfer the song along with the lyrics file to your iPod.

6
Step Six
Select the song that you added lyrics to in iTunes from your play list and begin playing.

7
Step Seven
Go to the “Now Playing” screen. Press and hold the center button until the lyrics are displayed.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*Search the Internet for lyrics if you are having trouble deciphering them on your own.
*Some songs may come with lyric information and artwork when you purchase them from the online music store.
*Lyrics are copyrighted works. You may need permission in order to copy the lyrics onto either your computer or your iPod.

How to Put Pictures on an iPod

Introduction
Like other electronic handheld units, versions of iPods have several uses. Along with music and video capabilities, you are able to store photos in large quantities as well, depending on the amount of memory your iPod has. You can view several different picture files from Macs and PCs. Here are the steps of how to put pictures on an iPod.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Steps

1
Step One
Connect your iPod to your computer as you normally would with the USB cable.

2
Step Two
Open iTunes if you don’t have it open on your computer already. You will be able to access photo options from here.

3
Step Three
Choose “Preferences” from the iTunes menu. This will pop up a tab where you will be able to complete step 4.

4
Step Four
Click on the iPod tab in the screen that will open up after completing step 3.

5
Step Five
Select the “Photos” tab in the “iPod” pane you chose in step 4.

6
Step Six
Choose the “Synchronize Photos From” checkbox and select either "iPhoto," "Choose Folder" or "Pictures" (as in your pictures folder) from the pop-up menu.
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Overall Tips & Warnings
*To get photos and images from your computer onto your iPod, you can either sync a folder of images on your computer with iPod or sync images from software.
*You can view JPEG, TIFF, GIF, PNG and BMP images on a Windows-based iPod.
*Saving photos on your iPod takes up memory.
*No iPod comes with the ability to take photos; they are just able to store and view them.

How to Buy a Used IPod

Introduction
An iPod is one of the best MP3 players out there. Since its introduction in 2001, the iPod took over the market and captured the imagination of music lovers. Try as they might, other manufacturers cannot make a significant dent in the iPod's market share. Since they can be expensive, many people want to buy a used iPod. It's possible, but there are some considerations. Read this eHow to learn more.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Steps

1
Step One
Look for used iPods at trusted retailers. You want to make sure that the iPod you purchase is not stolen and will have no issues.

2
Step Two
Ask for a guarantee when you buy a used iPod. If an issue comes up, you must be able to return it.

3
Step Three
Buy added coverage with your used iPod. This way you are covered should the iPod fail soon after you buy it.

4
Step Four
Get a refurbished iPod directly from Apple. Apple sells refurbished iPods directly from their store or at the Apple site. These iPods are covered with warranties.

5
Step Five
Find used iPods on eBay. There is some risk associated with a buy like this. Try to get some kind of guarantee with your purchase.

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Step Six
Check out what Overstock has to offer. They also have used iPods at auction on their site.

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Step Seven
Be sure the used iPod you buy has its memory erased, and that it is not preloaded with music. A pre-loaded, used iPod is in violation of copyright law.
by eHow Electronics Editor
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Amazon has used iPods for sale.
EBay has used iPods for sale.