Compiled by Charles Moore
and edited by Dan Knight
- 2005.11.03
This Week's iPod News
PowerBook,
iBook, iPod, and other portable computing is covered in The 'Book Review. General Apple and Mac
desktop news is covered in The Mac
News Review. News about Apple's transition to Intel CPUs and
other Intel developments is covered in The Macintel Report.
All prices are in US dollars unless otherwise noted.
News and Comment
Tips
Products and Services
Software
News and Comment
CarTV Provides Automotive Video for Video
iPod
PR: To meet the booming demand for video content to play
on Video iPods that hit retailers' shelves last week, Autobytel's
CarTV, the Web's leading provider of original automotive rich
media, is providing a dedicated Video iPod download center on its
popular consumer site, http://www.cartv.com , as well as Autobytel
sites Autobytel.com, Autoweb.com, Carsmart.com and Car.com. By
becoming one of the very first companies to provide iPod Video
support and free content, CarTV is continuing its mission to
utilize emerging technology to entertain and inform automotive
consumers while providing parent company Autobytel with new ad
revenue and brand-building opportunities.
"We're excited to be among the first wave of content providers
for what promises to be a revolutionary media technology," said
Autobytel Senior Vice President, Media and Marketing Services
Michael Rosenberg. "iPod users are a prime car-buying demographic,
and Video iPods are an ideal platform for the dynamic, hands-on
automotive content CarTV produces."
Rosenberg adds that in addition to providing breaking automotive
news, auto show reports, sports and racing events and how-to-videos
in the palm of one's hand, access to CarTV video on an iPod means
that consumers can literally watch - and dealers can literally show
- a respected third-party video review of a vehicle under a car
buyer's consideration right on the dealer's lot.
CarTV's initial menu of downloadable Video iPod content includes
expert third-party new vehicle reviews, step-by-step car
maintenance tips, and a weekly automotive news program covering
late-breaking industry announcements, trends and issues. Next week,
CarTV will also provide Video iPod users with daily coverage of the
SEMA show in Las Vegas, the world's premier auto specialty parts
exposition (and a hot-ticket event for young urban "tuners," or car
customizers).
Moving forward, CarTV will continue to convert its library of
original automotive video content for Video iPod usage while
developing new content and automotive ad platforms focused on the
largely young, affluent Video iPod market. Visitors to CarTV.com
have viewed more than 121,000 hours of car commercials and original
CarTV content (including reviews, editorial features, interviews
and auto event coverage) so far in 2005, making the site one of the
leading providers of automotive rich media on the Web.
Link: CarTV
Rip Records Straight to Your iPod
Popular Science's Paul Wallich says:
"Most iPod docks just sit on a desk and connect to the nearest
computer. Mister Jalopy's dock sits in the garage where he restores
classic cars, so to make it blend in a little better, he fitted it
into a converted Farnsworth radio console from the 1960s. Then he
stuffed in a turntable, a tuner/amplifier, a Mac mini, and a
handful of USB widgets. Now he can play a record, and the songs
will be automatically imported to the Mini and transferred to the
iPod. Just for fun, he threw in a Radio Shark AM/FM antenna that
can tune in and record radio to the Mini. And in keeping with the
seamless melding of old and new, the station-preset buttons on the
original tuner control play, skip and other functions on the
iPod."
Link:
Rip Records Straight to Your iPod
Tips
iPod: Recommended FireWire and USB Cards
A new Apple Knowledge Base Article says:
Learn which FireWire and USB 2.0 cards have been tested and work
well with iPod.
Manufacturer Type Model Chipset
PC Cards (for portables)
- Belkin 1394 FireWire PC Card F5U512-APL NEC
- Orange Micro 1394 FireWire PC Card 70HTL00040 Agere
- Adaptec 1394 FireWire PC Card AFW-1430 NEC
- Adaptec 1394 FireWire PC Card 1890600 AFW-4300 Texas
Instruments
- Belkin 1394 FireWire PC Card F5U503-APL Texas Instruments
- Adaptec USB PC Card AUA-1420 NEC
- Belkin USB 2.0 PC Card F5U222 NEC
PCI Cards (for desktops)
Products and Services
Soldius1 Universal Solar Charger with iPod
Kit
PR: The Soldius1 with iPod Kit includes the
Soldius1, White mini USB cable and 2 interchangeable iPod adapters
compatible with Apple iPod, iPod nano, iPod mini, iPod Shuffle.
Also compatible with Blackberry.
Price: $99.99
Link:
Soldius1 Universal Solar Charger with iPod Kit
iKitty 'Pet' Case and Stand for iPod
PR: Meet iKitty - the toy, case and stand for you and
your iPod iKitty is cute and functional - offering great rubberized
protection, docking capability, and screen protection for your
iPod, iPod mini, or iPod photo.
iKitty is a cute 'pet'
for your and your iPod. He provides protection and fun for you and
your iPod. Pose his tail - sit him down in the dock, and trust that
his rubberized body and screen protector will keep your iPod
safe.
iKitty's rubberized body protects your iPod from bumps,
scratches and even the occasional drop. The removable screen
protector stays put and is harder plastic, giving your screen extra
protection. He also acts as a stand.
iKitty is a suitable pet for all 4G and Photo iPods - 20, 30,
40, and 60 gig! Insert the back plate one way for 20 and 30 gig -
the other way for 40 and 60 gig.
If your iPod needs charging - iKitty could probably use a catnap
too. iKitty's lower half flexes forward and folds up to allow
iKitty to sit in the dock and 'chill' while your iPod charges.
iKitty FEATURES:
- Cool toy and protective case in one
- Bendable, posable tail
- Dockable - 'sits' and hangs out while your iPod charges and
synchs up!
- Removable screen protector
- Full access to controls, headphone plug and hold switch
- Fits all 4G and Photo iPods (20, 30, 40, 60 gig)
iKitty mini FEATURES:
- Cool toy and protective case in one
- Bendable, posable tail
- Dockable - 'sits' and hangs out while your iPod charges and
synchs up!
- Removable screen protector
- Full access to controls, headphone plug and hold switch
- Fits all mini iPods
Price: $34.95
Link: iKitty 'Pet' Case
and Stand for iPod
Sonnet Announces High-Capacity Battery Line for
iPod
PR: Sonnet Technologies announces a new line of
high-capacity replacement battery solutions for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and
4th generation iPod models (including iPod photo and iPod with
color display), and iPod mini. In an industry first, Sonnet
supplies all the required tools, as well as detailed installation
instruction videos (in English, French, German, and Japanese) in
each package.
As new iPod models are introduced, previous models don't
suddenly become useless, but shortened playtimes can make them feel
old. All iPods use rechargeable batteries subject to a limited
number of charge cycles, and their charge capacities become
diminished as time passes. Installing a new battery is a great,
economical way to reinvigorate your player - Sonnet's high-capacity
replacements offer up to 78% greater capacity over original iPod
batteries, and playtimes can exceed 20 hours. Sonnet batteries let
you love your iPod even longer!
Replacing a battery in an iPod is not like replacing the
batteries in a TV remote - you need specialized tools and
instructions. While several Sonnet partners will offer installation
services, Sonnet's battery package includes the right tools for the
job to open the iPod case, so there is no need to try to do it with
tools laying around the house. "If a picture is worth a thousand
words, a video is priceless," says Robert Farnsworth, Sonnet CEO,
of the included video installation instructions. "While opening up
an iPod isn't something everyone will attempt, the high quality
instructional videos guide the user in an easy to follow
procedure." Spoken English, French, German, and Japanese language
videos are included on the CD, playable in Windows and Mac
computers.
iPod Compatibility
- BAT-1G2G - iPod with scroll wheel, iPod with touch wheel
- BAT-3G - iPod with dock connector
- BAT-4G - iPod with Click Wheel
- BAT-4GC - iPod photo, iPod with color display
- BAT-MINI - iPod mini
Sonnet's iPod replacement batteries will be available this month
with the following retail prices:
iDiddy Opticover Wrap for iPod nano
PR: Pacific Rim Marketing has introduced the iDiddy
Opticover for the iPod nano. The Opticover is thinnest case
available for your nano.
Made from aerospace polyurethane, iDiddy Opticover will protect
your nano from scratches with a tough barrier so durable that it is
offered for use on the front of Ferraris and Porches to protect the
paint from rocks and road rash. The iDiddy Opticover is so thin you
will hardly know it's there. It is so clear; you will think it came
from the factory this way.
The iDiddy Opticover for the iPod nano is simple to install.
Simply peel back the die-cut material, and carefully align it as
shown in the fully illustrated instructions. Apply it on slowly
using the included squeegee to help eliminate any air bubbles that
may get trapped between the surface of the iPod and the Opticover
material. Slowly work the air bubbles out and in just a few minutes
you have remarkable protection for your nano. The Opticover wraps
the front, back and sides including the click wheel and button of
your nano.
Opticover for the iPod nano is both permanent and removable.
Once you put it on, you will want to leave it on. If you ever want
to remove it, the special adhesive will not stay on your nano. The
adhesive will come off with the Opticover material leaving your
nano fresh and new.
Opticover for the iPod nano is inexpensive protection at only
$14.95. You will find no finer protection for daily wear and tear
than your Opticover for the iPod nano. It is available
immediately.
Link: iDiddy
InvisibleShield Clear, Full Body Wrap for
5G/video iPod
PR: Think Different Store (1-800-iPod.com) has in stock
InvisibleShield for iPod 5G/Video. Super strong, full-body
protection for iPod.
Covering both front and back of iPod, InvisibleShield is
extremely tough and extremely invisible - a clear film measuring
only eight one thousandths of an inch thin! Made from film
originally designed to protect helicopter blades while spinning at
hundreds of miles an hour, the wrap is designed to stay on under
the roughest circumstances. It will not come off unless you take it
off.
Thinner than a blade of grass yet possessing unimaginable
strength, InvisibleShield is easily removed and it won't damage
your screen. Nor will it leave behind any sticky adhesive. It even
has a self-healing property, ensuring that many of the bangs and
bumps the film takes will simply disappear.
The
'pen-test' reveals just how tough InvisibleShield is.
InvisibleShield was one of the bigger hits at this year's
Macworld in Boston. Over three days of demonstrations for the
show's audience InvisibleShield withstood countless deep scratches,
pokes, and jabs from pens, keys and more. The wrap past its tests
with flying colors and received rave reviews from all who
witnessed. For all who love iPod's design and don't want it covered
by a bulky case, InvisibleShield is the answer.
Link: InvisibleShield
TuneFilm 5G Protects Video iPod
PR: TuneFilm 5G includes 3 pieces of adhesive clear film
to fit the iPod 5G's front, Click Wheel and the sensitive mirror
finished back and provides protection for your iPod 5G against dirt
and scratching. It is the perfect companion for your precious iPod
5G.
TuneFilm will be sold separately and it will also be included
free with PRIE Ambassador for iPod 5G and IceWear 5G. Keep an eye
out, because it will also be included with more TuneWear iPod 5G
case products in the future.
Link: TuneFilm
5G Scratches That Itch
Contour Design iSee Clear Hard Case for iPod
nano
PR: Contour Design has introduced the iSee nano, the
first crystal clear iPod case for the iPod nano. In addition to
being the ultimate in protection, it features innovative headphone
organization with the unique Cablegrip.
Snap-on Simplicity
The iSee nano brings the beauty and simplicity of Contour's iSee
case line to the iPod nano - a crystal clear, low profile, secure
snap-on case that accents and complements the iPod nano's style.
"We sat down with our designers and asked them how we could improve
on our iPod case technology," said Andy Brown, spokesman for
Contour Design. "The result is the best designed and best
engineered iPod nano case on the market today." This impact
resistant polycarbonate hard case keeps the LCD display scratch
free and protects the rest of the iPod nano from anything that can
mar it's sleek, clean finish. The iSee nano provides easy access to
all iPod controls and connectors.
Headphone Organizer Cleans Up iPod nano's Act
In addition to its protective qualities, the iSee nano goes
beyond just being a case. It features an innovative headphone
organizer that takes advantage of the lightweight iPod nano. The
headphones can be used as a lanyard by simply hooking the headphone
cable through the unique Cablegrip on the back of the case. The
Cablegrip can also be used to shorten the headphone cord. The
removable belt clip secures the iPod nano to a shirt or pants
pocket as well as to a belt; it is also part of the headphone
organizer, the headphone cord wraps around the entire case with the
earbuds tucked into the clip.
Key Features
- Crystal clear polycarbonate case offers all around protection
for Apple's iPod nano Unique Cablegrip allows standard headphones
to be used as a lanyard and also shortens headphone cord for best
personal length Easy access to all controls
- Easy access to connectors and headphone jack Wrap around cord
management system/headphone organizer provides easy convenient
storage for headphone Strong detachable belt clip provides a secure
comfortable fit on a belt or pocket
The Contour iSee nano will be available the first week of
November 2005, through Contour Design's extensive distributor and
reseller partners. MSRP will be $19.95 US and £19.99 UK
including tax.
Link: Contour
Design
zCover iSA Silicone Protective Cases for
video iPods
PR: z-Cover Inc. has announced the release of their iSA
Fashionable Silicone Protective Case for the new iPod with video.
zCover iSA cases for the new iPod now available for shipping.
zCover leads the way in manufacturing a high quality
product that is always ready for the ever changing market of
technology.
Each zCover "iSA" retail pack contains one protective case, one
hard crystal clear Screen Protector and a removable rotary Belt
Clip. In its first release of the iSA, zCover is offering a
selection of six colors to the consumer.
The iSA design allows you to show off your unique personality
and provide serious protection from scratching the surface of your
iPod. Along with being shock-absorbing and tear-resistant, zCover
iSA cases, paired with the zCover customized crystal clear hard
Screen Protector will protect 98% of your new iPod's surface.
"The development of such
an extensive line of new iSA protective cases in just 2 weeks after
Apple's release on October 12th 2005 of the new iPod with video,
demonstrates our ability to lead the way in fashionable silicone
protective cases. " said Sean Sa, vice president of zCover Inc.
"iPod users want their iPod to be as unique and colourful as their
music collection. With a full line of 3 designs and 12 colors and
patterns soon to be available, you will be able to change the look
of your iPod to match your mood, your fashion and your style, all
while keeping your investment safe from scratches."
Combine zCover's advanced moulding technology with the
industrial know-how and you will be impressed by all of zCover iSA
series cases for iPod. zCover iSA series cases boast of a state of
the art integrated click wheel protector that allows the user full
click wheel access. As do all of zCover's lines, the iSA series
also features a customized crystal clear hard screen protector and
removable rotary belt clip.
At zCover, we are always striving to make the best possible
product. Crystal clear hard screen protector displays your graphics
in perfect detail while still maintaining a glove like fit to
prevent scratches to your screen.
Models:
- Size A fits iPod with video 30 GB
- Size B fits iPod with video 60 GB
Colors:
In this first release of iSA, zCover will feature the Original
Group with 6 colors.
The Original Series includes translucent pure color silicone
cases. They are exclusively designed to give a splash of extra
color and excitement, while providing durable protection. zCover
iSA Original comes in your choice of six fun and bright colors,
Black, Blue, Pink, Grey, ice-Clear, and Glow-in-Dark White.
Each zCover iSA (retail packaging or on-line-order packaging)
for the new iPod with video contains one stylish silicone case, one
hard crystal clear screen protector and one removable rotary Belt
Clip.
The iSA Original series for iPod with video case retails for
$29.95.
Link: zCover
RadTech Taking Pre-orders for STM Cocoon
Case for iPod nano
PR:
RadTech, makers of iPod and mobile computing accessories and more,
have announced pre-ordering for STM Cocoon case for iPod nano -
Cocoon for nano is expected to ship mid-November.
Cocoon for iPod nano; a semi-rigid clamshell clip case with a
secondary translucent skin offering protection and storage.
Protect, store and wear iPod, earbuds and extras in the new
low-profile Cocoon. Accommodating both 2 & 4 GB nano's, this
rugged clip case provides unparalleled protection and full access
to the click wheel and all ports.
Each Cocoon
includes a Silicone skin which includes an integral, transparent
Silicone display cover. Skinned iPods securely attach into the
Cocoon's rigid clamshell. The Cocoon also includes a secure
internal pocket for earbuds, ID, bank cards, cash, etc. The
included high-quality lanyard lets you wear the entire clamshell,
or just the skinned iPod, around your neck. A rugged, low-profile
spring clip secures the Cocoon to your clothing, purse, carry bag,
etc.
Cocoon for nano is priced at $29.95 and is available for
preorder today. Shipping expected to commence mid-November.
Link: RadTech
Announces Pre-ordering for STM Cocoon Case for iPod
nano
Bosco's Pod Pouch
PR: Powered by random
mutation and natural selection, evolution took billions of years to
yield nature's most efficient iPod listening machine. The female
kangaroo has large ears to hold earbuds and provide an optimized
chamber for reverberating bass. The marsupium (commonly known as
the pouch) provides an ideal location to place the iPod and
protects its fragile surfaces and interworkings from the harsh
environment.
As perfect as the kangaroo's form and features are for listening
to the iPod, it still has a few shortcomings. When kangaroos need
to focus their attention on other things, they don't have a good
place to stick their earbuds. Either the earbuds drag on the
ground, or they place them in their pouch with the iPod where they
can become tangled and are not in easy reach.
The kangaroo must take her iPod out of her pouch in order to
play, pause, or jump to the previous or next song. And of course,
the pouchless male kangaroo is unable to enjoy music, audiobooks,
podcasts, and commercial-free network television shows, as he has
no pouch to hold his iPod. Kangaroos are made in Australia from
Australian materials and components. According to
AustralianWildlife.com, the average kangaroo weighs about 90 kg,
thus requiring a conversion into pounds for use in the United
States and, of course, an expensive shipping charge.
Link: Bosco's Pod
Pouch
iSkin Dual-Layered Protection for iPod
nano
PR: iSkin, Inc., a leading provider of iPod
accessories, announced today the availability of its new iPod Duo.
The patent pending duo design offers the highest level of
protection for the iPod nano, the iPod Duo features a dual layer
shock-resistant silicone skin that guards against bumps, scratches,
dirt, and other unwanted elements, ensuring your tunes keep playing
no matter where you go.
Constructed of scratch-resistant silicone rubber, iSkin iPod Duo
is a formfitting protective skin that perfectly integrates with the
aesthetic appearance of the iPod nano and simultaneously allows for
complete functionality of its controls. The iSkin Duo features:
- An ultra-clear screen protector that sits between the iSkin
Duo's double layers of silicone, ensuring that the nano's screen
remains visible and protected when used correctly
- A transparent wheel protector, providing a smooth scrolling
action while completely protecting the iPod nano's click wheel with
an extra layer of protection
- The all new RevoClip 2, a newly designed removable rotary belt
clip, assuring maximum portability, comfort and style
- Anti-slip grip surface with side "goose bumps," allowing users
to comfortably grip their protected nano
- An Inner layer with 8 point shock absorbers for added safety in
case of a mishap
- Plus other sexy and fun features
iSkin's iPod Duo is available in a variety of two-tone color
combinations - including Ultra Glo, glow-in-the-dark color schemes.
The iSkin Duo is available at from iSkin for $29.99 and will soon
be available at other fine retail outlets in the near future.
Link: iSkin
iPodResQ Announces iPod Video Repairs
and Service
PR: iPodResQ have announced the support and repair of the
iPod Video in both 30 GB or 60 GB configurations.
iPodResQ announced today the support and repair of the iPod
Video in both 30 GB or 60 GB configurations. The new services are
available immediately and are added to their extensive line of
premier iPod repairs offering 24-hour turn around and worldwide
convenience.
The prices vary by repair, but for example the flat-rate Video
LCD replacement is $169. This includes a custom iBox sent to the
customer's location in the continental U.S. via overnight courier
to pickup the iPod Video for overnight delivery back to the
iPodResQ service center. iPodResQ will receive the iPod, install a
NEW (not refurbished) LCD the same day it is received, and return
the iPod back to the customer overnight. To get started, customers
simply call 1-877-Pod-Repair or visit http://www.ipodresq.com . For
customers in Alaska, Hawaii, or any other international location
the service is provided at a nominal additional cost to cover
additional shipping expenses.
"This new iPod Video is a huge step forward in iPod technology.
We were very excited to see several modifications in the iPod Video
from a design/manufacturing standpoint and Apple has taken huge
steps in protecting the screens with internal improvements." said
Ryan Arter, President of iPodResQ. "Unfortunately these iPods are
still very susceptible to hard drive failures and screen damages
particularly if an iPod is dropped. We strive to continue to be the
best source for out-of-warranty iPod repairs with our exclusive
24-hour repair program. We limit the downtime so our customers can
get back to enjoying their iPods quickly in the event of a
catastrophe."
For computer resellers and repair centers, iPodResQ offers
discounted rates on products and services. Computer dealers can
send overflow service work or seamlessly outsource their entire
iPod repair operation. Volume discounts are available for schools,
corporations and government agencies.
Link: iPodResQ
Software
HotRecorder for Media Allows iPod to
Access Yahoo! Music
PR: HotRecorder, a unit of the United Virtualities Group,
the leading innovator of creative marketing and technology
solutions for the digital marketplace, today announced a new
product called HotRecorder for Media, designed to give control back
to users who download music by recording and converting iTunes and
Yahoo! Music Unlimited sound files to universal formats playable on
any personal music device.
This means that iPod users and all other MP3 players that were
not Yahoo! Music Unlimited compatible, will, for the first time, be
able to play Yahoo! Music Unlimited files on their portable
players. Conversely, users of any conventional non-Apple MP3 player
will be able to play all iTunes files.
HotRecorder for Media can record any iTunes and Yahoo! Music
Unlimited file and in the process convert them to universal
formats. Converted music and any other sound file can then be
transferred to any personal/portable music device (including any
standard MP3 player) that might not have been compatible with
either iTunes or Yahoo! Music Unlimited. The conversion process is
automatic and easy while assuring the highest sound quality. Future
versions of HotRecorder for Media will be able to record any sound
file including music from an ever-growing variety of sources.
HotRecorder for Media, an easy to use application, can be
downloaded in the next 60 days for a one-time payment of $19.95, a
33% discount of its regular price.
It is guaranteed to be free of spyware/adware. HotRecorder for
Media has no advertising and offers a free trial version for those
who want to test it before buying.
"HotRecorder for Media enables its users to regain control of
their downloaded music, as they have when they buy a CD," says,
Sabrina Spagnolo, HotRecorder's Corporate Communications
Manager.
Link: HotRecorder
for Media
iPod It: Who Needs a PDA When You Have
an iPod?
PR: Transfer your PIM data to your iPod so it's available
whenever you need it; iPod It supports transferring information
from Entourage, Stickies, Mail, Address Book and iCal. You can even
download RSS feeds, weather forecasts and news headlines directly
to your iPod.
Features
Transfer all or a subset of your Entourage events, contacts,
messages, notes and tasks to your iPod.
Select Entourage information by category (or folder for
messages).
Transfer all or a subset of your Stickies, Mail messages,
Address Book contacts, and iCal calendars.
Includes all of your Calendar and Contact information. Fields
not supported by the iPod (e.g. meeting locations and IM addresses)
are included within the event/contact notes.
Advanced filtering to control the information that gets
transferred. Examples include date ranges for events, flagged
contacts, unread (and/or flagged) messages and tasks based on
whether or not they have been completed.
Download RSS feeds. iPod It ensures that only unread articles
are transferred to your iPod.
Download weather forecasts and news.
Subscribe to Internet published iCals for direct download and
transfer to your iPod.
Supports all versions of iPod and iPod mini software:
- For version 2.0 iPods messages, notes/stickies, tasks, news and
weather forecasts can be transferred into your iPod's Notes. The
information is organized by type and category to allow for easy
navigation to all of your information. Notes longer than 4 KB are
split into multiple notes. Notes are organized and linked to allow
for easy navigation while reading.
- Events, tasks, weather forecasts and iCals can be transferred
into your iPod's Calendar. Your calendar information will be
organized into separate calendars based on category. Tasks can also
be transferred to the To Do list found on 2.0 iPods.
- For version 1.x iPods, iCal To Do items can be transferred as
entries in a "To Do" calendar.
- For version 1.x iPods, Contacts, messages, notes, tasks, news
and weather forecasts appear as Contact entries. Long entries are
logically split into multiple contacts.
Sync all (or a subset) of your information to your iPod with a
single click. Uses your filter settings to determine what
information gets synched.
Automate the synching of your information by selecting automatic
synching on launch and automatic exit following a sync. Use iPod
Launcher and connecting your iPod is all you'll ever have to
do!
Provides for manual transferring of information if you need more
control over what gets transferred to your iPod.
Locates your iPod and transfers information to the correct
location within your iPod without asking you where it should
go.
Clean your iPod of all information within given iPod It
categories.
System requirements:
Mac OS X 10.3 or later, Apple iPod.
$14.95 Shareware
Link: iPod
It
iBrakemoor Anti.Fatigue Video for Video
iPod
PR: Torbay Holdings, Inc. has announced that it has
developed and is introducing iBrakemoor Video; a "relax on the run"
version of the Brakemoor Anti.Fatigue computer program.
Brakemoor employs the 3 Rs of Anti.Fatigue: Re-Aeration,
Relaxation, and Recovery, using proprietary images and audio as
well as, during its Recovery phase, user's own audio and/or visual
media. The new iPod products from Apple allows extensive mixed
media storage and the ability to play videos or show pictures while
listening to music, used in the Recovery phase of the Brakemoor
break regime.
We have produced iBrakemoor videos in the iPod "m4v" video
format (as well as other "Pocket PC formats") and have recorded two
"Upper Limb" versions so far with whole body versions to follow.
One version is of Phases I and II, Re-Aeration and Relaxation,
allowing users to make their own iPod media selections for Phase
III, the Recovery Phase. We have also recorded a Full, 3 R Phase,
version with ocean sights and sounds as the Recovery Phase.
The video element of Brakemoor is a component of the patent
application that anticipates a media lead "Modern Lifestyle
Management" market that seeks to de-stress and de-fatigue. The
emergence of the new iPod range and iTunes availability on some
cell phones was an opportunity immediately responded to in the hope
of becoming recognized as an early iPod video market player and
introducing Anti.Fatigue into the mass media vocabulary. It is
believed that iBrakemoor could extend Brakemoor's application and
increase awareness of our company and Anti.Fatigue products by
providing the Brakemoor concept as a turnkey solution for use both
on and away from the computer.
Brakemoor to date has received good feedback from test
installations in the UK, Australia and the US and we feel that our
design objectives for Brakemoor have been met and most likely
exceeded. A potentially significant advantage for Brakemoor is that
it is a passive regime in that it does not require users to perform
stretches or other forms of active exercise during the break.
Corporate response to "passive breaks" has so far been positive as
it overcomes concerns as to potential liability should an injury
coincide with the performance of some alternative active exercise
computer break in the workplace. This same advantage, for different
reasons, we perceive is an advantage in the iPod marketplace as
iBrakemoor allows its user's to "relax on the run" while on trains,
boats and planes without disturbing their neighbor or having them
contort in public places.
Tom Large, President & CEO stated: "One Brakemoor aspect we
had hoped for seems to have been recognized, which is that despite
the hours spent loading gigabytes of pictures and music to
computers very little time is spent in their enjoyment, whereas now
Brakemoor affords that opportunity in a constructive and work
related way."
"The iBrakemoor iPod opportunity we believe could provide us
with access to, and so income from, the personal media revolution
that is taking place as well as being a billboard for our other
products. A short demo in iPod video format is available via the
link below. Pricing will be confirmed after discussions have been
had with the distribution outlets we have approached."
Designer Appliances, Inc. is leading the way in the development
of Anti.Fatigue tools and technologies to manage the impact that
fatigue is now understood to have upon computer users. Anti.Fatigue
design conforms to Universal Design criteria so produces products
that are more "Accessible and Assistive" to all, including persons
with dexterity impairment or disability. We are all capable of
fatigue.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995: The statements contained in this release that
are not historical, are forward-looking statements that are subject
to risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ
materially from those expressed in the forward - looking
statements, including but not limited to, certain delays and risks
detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission.
Link: iBrakemoor
demo
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