This week's top story is problems caused by iPhone Firmware Upgrade
1.1.1, which not only locks up unlocked iPhones but even breaks
authorized, third-party iPhone apps. Fortunately several sites have
information on how to revert your iPhone to firmware version 1.0.2.
Interesting accessories this week include a headset with call and
music controls for the iPhones, a behind-the-neck iPod carrier designed
to eliminate dangling cables, and Lobie, a device that holds your
iPod's earbuds and eliminates the need to stick the buds in your ear
canal.
On the Apple TV front, the folks a QuickerTek, who seem to have a
solution to every imaginable WiFi problem, have released a tri-band
antenna that increases range and signal strength for Apple's
not-quite-a-set-to-box.
Mac notebook and other portable computing is covered
in The 'Book Review, and general Mac
news is in Mac News Review.
All prices are in US dollars unless otherwise noted.
iPhone News, Reviews, & Opinion
iPod News, Reviews, & Opinion
iPhone Accessories
iPod Accessories
Apple TV Accessories
iPod and iPhone Deals
iPhone News, Reviews, & Opinion
iPhone Update Breaks Third Party Apps
Apple 2.0's Philip Elmer-DeWitt says:
"It's been nearly a week since Apple issued its controversial iPhone
1.1.1 firmware update, but the full repercussions are only now being
felt.
"At first, the loudest cries came from users who had unlocked their
phones to work with other carriers and found that the devices had been
rendered inoperable - a loud but relatively small minority.
"But Apple's deeper problem is that the update also disabled all
native (i.e. unauthorized) third-party applications - a development
that will ultimately affect every iPhone user....
"Little wonder that Nokia is going after Apple with its 'phones
should be open to anything' advertising campaign, or that Gizmodo
changed its iPhone recommendation from 'wait' to 'don't buy,' or that
there is a movement afoot to punish Apple with a class-action
lawsuit."
Link: Apple
iPhone's Deeper Problem
iPhone Firmware 1.1.1 Breaks Everything
ZD Net's Jason D. O'Grady says:
"Today Apple released iPhone Firmware version 1.1.1 via iTunes and
it appears to be pretty nasty toward unlocked and otherwise hacked
iPhones. According to Gizmodo and Engadget the update re-locks unlocked
phones and renders the brilliant AppTapp installer and other
third-party applications useless....
"I'd rather have AppTapp installer over the iTunes WiFi Store any
day. I'm going to stick with firmware v.1.0.2, thanks."
Link: iPhone Firmware 1.1.1 Released;
Breaks Everything
Say Good-bye to 3rd Party Applications
iPhonealley's Michael Johnston reports:
"This afternoon, Apple released iPhone update v1.1.1. The update
carries with it an ominous warning. 'If you have modified your iPhone's
Software, applying this software update may result in your iPhone
becoming permanently inoperable.' As quite a few had feared, Apple has
completely disabled the ability to install 3rd party applications.
Among other things, new in this update is the iTunes WiFi Music Store
which allows over-the-air downloads of tracks from the iTunes
Store.
"iPhones which previously had 3rd party applications installed do
not seem to be bricked. Using this update on unlocked iPhones will
result in an 'Incorrect SIM' message....
"If you rely on 3rd party applications or a SIM unlock, do not
update your iPhone until a workaround has been found."
Link: iPhone
Updated to v1.1.1, Say Good-bye to 3rd Party Applications
Update Disables Unlocked iPhones
Macworld reports:
"Don't say you weren't warned. After cautioning customers earlier
this week that unlocked iPhones may be disabled when installing future
Apple software updates, the company on Thursday made good on its
warning.
"Two iPhones in the Macworld offices that had the SIM hacks applied
to them were disabled after installing iPhone Update 1.1.1. The update
process went through without a hitch, however, when the phone restarted
an activation message appeared that said, 'Insert an unlocked and valid
SIM to activate iPhone.'"
Link: Apple
Update Disables Unlocked iPhones
How to Restore Your iPhone Without Using Firmware
1.1.1
iPhoneAtlas says:
"If you have unlocked - for use on a carrier other than AT&T -
your iPhone and want to restore it (because of troubleshooting issues
or other reasons) while avoiding firmware/software update 1.1.1, which
may cause your iPhone to become nonfunctional, use this method to
restore using iPhone firmware 1.0.2 instead...."
Link:
How to Restore Your iPhone Without Using Firmware 1.1.1
How to Downgrade Your iPhone from 1.1.1 to
1.0.2
The iPhone Dev Wiki says:
"Contents
- Status Report
- To be done
- Method A (Instructions)
- Method B (Slightly Easier Instructions)
- Method C (Easiest Instructions)
- Baseband issues
- Downgrading the baseband
- Working functions
- NOR dump of 04.01.13_G
- 1.1.1 stock iPhone unlocking
"You can downgrade the iPhone firmware from 1.1.1 to 1.0.2 using any
of the three methods below; however, there are no known methods for
reflashing the baseband firmware back to 03.14.08_G like it should be
for 1.0.2....
"These methods will not downgrade your baseband or reunlock your
phone. A reunlock is in development and will be made available as soon
we can, together with a method to reset your nck attempts, please stand
by and watch the forums for further information. And again, DON'T
upgrade to 1.1.1 if you are still on 1.0.2. Do all that on your own
risk."
Link:
Downgrade Your iPhone from 1.1.1 to 1.0.2
Looks Like the iPhone 1.1.1 Update Is
Reversible
cre.ations.net's Nate True says:
"Alright! Congrats to Kmac1985 from the Hackint0sh forums who
discovered this little doozy of a method. Make sure to read the issues
below (it's not completely reversible). On a phone that has
1.1.1 installed...."
Link:
Looks Like the iPhone 1.1.1 Update Is Reversible After All
(Kinda)
Downgrading iPhones from 1.1.1 to 1.0.2
iPhoneAtlas says:
"While the iPhone hacking community scrambles to find a method for
jailbreaking iPhones that have been upgraded to 1.1.1, there is now a
procedure for downgrading iPhones that have been updated to version
1.1.1 to version 1.0.2, where the devices can still be jailbroken and
third-party native applications installed per our guide.
"The procedure, originally discovered by poster KMac at the
Hackintosh forums, is very similar to our instructions for restoring
the iPhone without using firmware 1.1.1 with one added step. It will
allow phones that were never unlocked (still in the standard, AT&T
operating mode) to regain their access to third-party applications via
AppTapp/Installer.app, but will do away with the enhancements brought
about by iPhone software/firmware update 1.1.1.
"The steps are simple, but we found that the timing in the third
step is a bit tricky. Here's an adapted, slightly more detailed set of
instructions designed for iPhones that haven't been unlocked or
unofficially activated...."
Link:
Getting Your Native Apps Back: Downgrading Legit (AT&T) iPhones
from 1.1.1 to 1.0.2
Users Talking Class Action Lawsuit over iPhone
Locking
InformationWeek's Alexander Wolfe says:
"You bought the iPhone, you paid for it, but now Apple is telling
you how you have to use it, and if you don't do things they way they
say, they're going to lock it. Turn it into a useless 'brick.' Is this
any way to treat a customer? Apparently, it's the Steve Jobs way. But
some iPhone users are mad as heck, and they're not going to take it
anymore.
"In a Saturday post on Apple's own iPhone discussion forums, a user
who goes by the handled of 'myndex' has posted the provocatively
entitled message 'iPhone Class Action Lawsuit.' Despite its title, it's
not notice of an actual lawsuit. Rather, myndex is seeking comments
from other forum users on what they think of suing Apple over its
refusal to service users who've unlocked their iPhones or loaded them
up with 'unauthorized' applications. [Update, Sun 1:40 pm. As commenter
'Poli,' below, notes, myndex's entry on Apple's discussions.apple.com
forums appears to have been removed by Apple some three hours after
this Wolfe's Den post appeared. For that reason, at the end of this
entry I've added screen captures of mydex's mirror post from the
macrumor board.]
"Here's a summary of the post...."
Link:
Apple Users Talking Class Action Lawsuit over iPhone Locking
NY Woman Sues Apple, Jobs, AT&T for $1M over
iPhone Price Cut
She wants $1M in compensatory damages and punitive damages on top of
that
Computerworld's Gregg Keizer reports:
"A woman from Queens, NY, sued Apple Inc. last week over the iPhone,
saying that the company broke several laws when it cut the price of the
device last month by $200 and then issued a $100 credit to some
owners....
"In a complaint filed Sept. 24 with a New York federal court,
Dongmei Li accused Apple, Jobs and Apple's wireless partner, AT&T
Inc., of price discrimination, discrimination in offering rebates
versus credits, underselling, unfair and deceptive practices, and other
violations of federal laws."
Link:
NY Woman Sues Apple, Jobs for $1M Plus Punitive Damages over iPhone
Price Cut
iPod News, Reviews, & Opinion
Understanding iPod/iPhone Battery
Lifecycles
BigAppleiPods's Shane Jordan reports:
"Probably the most common type of iPod/iPhone repair involves the
replacement of their batteries. While some batteries may fail with a
year or less of use, more typically batteries last anywhere from one to
three years. Customers often ask me,'What causes my iPods battery to
die?'. And that's a fair question. iPods use a type of battery
technology called Lithium ion. Lithium ion batteries have a limited
lifespan of between 300 and 500 charge cycles. A complete cycle is
using your iPod/iPhone from a full charge, all the way to when the
iPod/iPhone shuts off when the battery is completely drained. Assuming
you are someone who uses your iPod/iPhone everyday, or nearly everyday,
300-500 cycles will get you anywhere from one to three years of
usage...."
Link: Understanding Your
iPod/iPhone Batteries' Lifecycle
iPod nano Manufacturing Problem
Hardmac's Eric reports:
"Last week, we were reporting about the obvious manufacturing
problem of the new iPod nano identified by a LCD display not aligning
with the black frame:
"Today, we received a new report from Thomas, one of our readers
from UK:
"I saw your article about the iPod nano having a
tilted or wonky screen recently, yesterday I went down to the London
Regent Street - Apple Store to pre-order my iPod Touch (8 GB), and
whilst I was there I had a look at the Nanos that they had on display -
every last one had a wonky screen, without exception.
"Here's a fairly clear photo of just one of them that
I managed to take before they asked me to put my camera away."
Link: New iPod nano:
Manufacturing Problem - Part II
iPod touch 'in a Class by Itself'
Business Week Online's Stephen H. Wildstrom reports:
"The chief attraction of the touch is the Web browser which
technology is shared with the iPhone and is by far the best on any
handheld device. None of the others let you magnify or shrink the
contents of a large Web page by spreading or pinching your thumb and
index finger, or drag a page just by touching the screen. However, the
touch shares a major defect with the iPhone: the inability to play
Adobe Flash.
"The new iPod touch from Apple is in a class by itself. It's like an
iPhone, only without the phone. It's a music player, though not your
best choice if that's what you're looking for. It's a wonderful video
player and Web browser, despite certain limitations. Most important,
it's beautiful, and I bet it sells like crazy, even at US$299 for an
8-gigabyte version and $399 for 16 GB.
"The touch screams out for comparison to the iPhone, which costs the
same as the 16 GB version but offers half the storage. The new iPod has
the same general appearance, with a similar 3.5-in. display, but is
shorter, noticeably thinner, and features the iPod's trademark polished
metal back. Its basic software is the same as the iPhone's, though
tweaked in some interesting ways. WiFi is the only wireless
option...."
Link:
Hands-On with the iPod touch
iPod nano Screen Sharp, but Too Small
The Register's Scott Snowden
"Earlier this month, Apple announced the newest embodiments of
various iPod lines. The new iPod, the classic, doesn't look
substantially different from its predecessor. The new nano, which
supersedes the second generation product is - on the other hand - a
complete revamp.
"What you'll notice straight away is its shape: it's a little
shorter and much wider than its predecessor. Both the 4 GB and
8 GB configurations are identical in terms of dimensions - 6.9 x
5.2 x 0.7cm - so it is thinner than the older model, but at 49.2g,
weighs a fraction more.
"The reason for this change in design is a LCD: now at 2in with a
320 x 240 resolution, a 204 pixels per inch density and with an
effective blue-white LED backlight."
Link: iPod
nano Third-generation Review
iPhone Accessories
VIBE Duo Headset with Call/Music Control
Button for iPhone
PR: Music lifestyle brand V-MODA today announced the latest
version of its VIBE Duo, a noise-isolating dual-use headphone/headset
designed to accessorize the Apple iPhone. The new VIBE Duo with
control-playback functionality features a discreet microphone with a
call button, allowing users to take calls and control the music
functions of the iPhone with handsfree convenience. Hi-definition sound
and superior comfort round out the mix of premium features.
V-MODA worked with Apple to develop the VIBE Duo with
control-playback functionality. With its durable black fabric cables
and a minimalist all-metal design, the luxurious new VIBE Duo in-ear
earphones with microphone and call button remain lightweight (13
grams), unobtrusive, comfortable and stylish.
"With the addition of the control button to the VIBE Duo, V-MODA has
developed the ultimate accessory for the Apple iPhone," said Val
Kolton, founder and CEO of V-MODA. "We understand the need for an
earphone that will maximize all the best features of the iPhone, and
we're excited to bring the new VIBE Duo to the table. It's what many
Apple iPhone consumers have been asking us for."
For active, on-the-go consumers, VIBE Duo features three sizes of
ultra-soft silicon fittings for a secure, comfortable fit. To further
ensure the accessory doesn't jar loose during exercise or strenuous
activities, a small clip adds extra security.
The iPhone combines three products - a mobile phone, a widescreen
iPod® with touch controls and a breakthrough Internet
communications device - into one small and lightweight handheld.
VIBE Duo joins the existing VIBE line of luxury, high-fashion
modaphones from V-MODA, heralded upon introduction for offering
state-of-the-art audio on the go. Much like VIBE, when it comes to
enjoying tunes VIBE Duo offers superior technology that enables a
sculpted response curve fashioned for the discerning audio enthusiast,
providing a precise balance of rich bass, warm mids and unprecedented
clarity.
Utilizing V-MASQUE dynamic driver technology, VIBE Duo achieves a
precise yet natural soundstage in comparison to other high-end
earphones. BLISS (Bass Level Isolating Soft Silicon) technology further
reduces outside noise for a precise and rich bass response (frequency
12 Hz to 22 Hz).
VIBE Duo is compatible with the iPod, an array of emerging
smartphones such as the popular Blackberry Curve and the highly
anticipated Sidekick 4, as well as all other portable music players.
Available in Nero (black) and Chrome, it is packaged with an elegant
leather pouch for safe travel and storage.
The VIBE Duo headphone/headset is available now for $99.99 and can
be found at the Apple Store and online at Apple.com, Apple ,
and Shop V-MODA. The product is
backed by a 100 percent risk-free satisfaction guarantee, as well as
free shipping in the US for a limited time only. Please visit
v-moda.com for more information on pricing and retail availability.
Avvenu Allows iPhone Users to Remotely
Access and Share Photos, Office Documents
PR: Avvenu, Inc., the company that provides consumers with
remote access and sharing of their personal media, announced its
"Access 'n Share" service is now available for the Apple iPhone. Access
'n Share is a secure, easy-to-use Internet service that allows anyone
to remotely access and share content stored on their home or office
computers from mobile phones and Internet-connected computers.
iPhone users can signup for a free Access 'n Share account on the
avvenu.com website, install Avvenu software on their home or office
computers, and then access these computers remotely using their iPhone.
Users can remotely browse, search, view and share files with others. A
wide range of files can be viewed on the iPhone, including pictures,
Microsoft Word documents, Excel spreadsheets and Adobe Acrobat
files.
In addition to accessing files and folders, users can also view and
share Adobe Photoshop Album and Photoshop Elements collections, tags
and photos.
For remote access to personal content when users' office or home
computers are turned off, Avvenu offers the Anytime Files premium
service option. With a monthly fee starting at US$ 3.99, Access 'n
Share users can have their computer's content automatically
synchronized with a secure, personal, online digital locker available
anytime.
"The iPhone is a perfect match for Access 'n Share," said Richard
French, Avvenu CEO. "With the iPhone's high resolution touch screen,
zoom, pan and dynamic orientation capabilities, using Access 'n Share
to remotely browse, view and share files from a mobile phone has never
been easier."
Access 'n Share works with a wide range of Internet-capable mobile
phones, smartphones and personal computer web browsers. Mobile phone
usage requires an Internet data plan from the mobile carrier.
Link: Avvenu Allows
iPhone Users to Remotely Access and Share Photos, Office
Documents
iPod Accessories
NekFit Behind-the-Neck iPod Carrier
Eliminates Dangling Wires
PR: Whether you are
running, cycling or just hitting the gym, NekFit locates your iPod nano
and Shuffle comfortably behind the neck eliminating tangled wires.
Offering complete mobility, NekFit makes it simple to change music and
volume with faster-feel tactile buttons on the click wheel. NekFit
frees you to listen to your music anywhere doing anything.
The perfect fit - loose &
on the shoulders
NekFit was ergonomically designed to be loose and sit comfortably on
your shoulders. The choice of three sized flexible iPod clips let you
find the most comfortable feel and resting the iPod "down" on the
shoulders creates the perfect fit.
Proven body location for
centuries - the shoulder muscle. For centuries, the shoulder muscle
which covers the back of the neck down your spine has been the
preferred carrying location on the body for everything from water
buckets to student backpacks. Imagine how light a "1-1/2 ounce" iPod
Nano feels sitting on one of the body's strongest muscles
$33.95
Link: NekFit
Volume-Limiting Earbuds Protect Hearing of
iPod Headbangers
New Hampshire Business Review's Cindy Kibbe reports:
"Founded in March 2006, Ingemi's iHearSafe earbuds look like any
standard pair of earbuds with two small earphones that fit snuggly in
the ears - but with one difference. A small volume-reducing circuit is
placed in the length of the earbud wire that prevents sounds from
exceeding 85 decibels - about the level of city traffic - but still
allows ambient sounds through....
"Founded in March 2006, Ingemi's iHearSafe earbuds look like any
standard pair of earbuds with two small earphones that fit snuggly in
the ears - but with one difference. A small volume-reducing circuit is
placed in the length of the earbud wire that prevents sounds from
exceeding 85 decibels - about the level of city traffic - but still
allows ambient sounds through."
Link:
Volume-Limiting Earbuds: Safer Sound for iPod Headbangers
Lobie Gives iPod Owners a New Place to Stick
Their Earbuds
PR: Consumers unsatisfied with earbuds find comfort with
Lobie. Lobies give you a supplemental way of wearing earbuds. You no
longer need to insert earbuds into your ear. Instead, Lobies float your
earbuds on an acoustic cushion of air
According to
Acousticlobe's President and CEO, Tom Dean, there exist an appreciable
number of consumers who disfavor earbuds. Moreover, he believes that
consumers will welcome a supplemental way to wear and enjoy earbuds.
The genius of Apple's iPod in the invention of the earbud is that
earbuds are extremely portable as compared with prior devices.
Mr. Dean has invented a portable earbud accessory trade named Lobie
giving consumers a choice they've not had until now. Lobie places the
earbud just along side the wearer's ear without the need to insert the
earbud into the wearer's ear canal.
In Mr. Dean's words, Lobie "floats the earbud on an acoustic cushion
of air."
Lobie provides a passive secure fit during casual and active uses
such as jogging, skateboarding, rollerblading, etc. and is also an
option for safety conscious consumers not wanting to completely close
off the ability to hear their surroundings.
The Lobie-Earbud combination results in an ultra comfortable
unsurpassed listening experience. You'll enjoy your Lobies while
listening to music/audio books, playing your favorite video games or
watching movies.
For activities such jogging, skateboarding, etc. Lobies provide the
support you need by gently resting behind the superior crux of your ear
without the use of springs or mechanisms. Lobies feel so natural that
you may forget you're wearing them.
Lobies are silky soft, pliable and size adaptable, so you can easily
adjust the shape of your Lobie to suit your ear size.
Lobies are made
entirely of a cushioning gel-like thermoplastic Elastomer or TPE. They
come in a variety of colors and are made exclusively in the USA.
$12.00
One customer is quoted as saying, "Love the Lobie, I thought I would
never be able to use my earbuds, they wouldn't stay in my ears. The
Lobie kept the earbuds perfectly secure in my ears, and they are so
comfortable I fell asleep with them on. I have different earbuds for
different devices; I wish I had a pair of Lobies for every device."
Another adds, "It is definitely a new experience. My ears are not
throbbing after I use them."
A 12 year old boy says, "I like to wear them while playing video
games. I also like to go sleep listening to music and Lobies feel good
when I lay my head on my pillow."
Another says, "I think that Lobies are a clever solution to earbuds
falling out. They'd be really great for jogging and exercise."
Acousticlobe Incorporated was founded in 2006 with the development
of Lobie, "Earbud's New Accessory." Lobie is a patent pending American
made product sold exclusively online. MyLobie.com is accepting
pre-orders now with an estimated ship date of November 1st, 2007.
Acousticlobe's CEO, Tom Dean is also President/CEO of InspiroMEDIA
Corporation, a professional services firm providing patent and
trademark illustration services to IP Law Firms and Corporations
nationwide.
Link: mylobie.com
Brookstone Systems Spread the Joy of Sharing
Music with iPod Owners
PR: Innovative product development company and specialty
retailer Brookstone, Inc. this week unveiled its Christmas Holiday
lineup of iPod speaker systems that allow iPod users to play and share
their favorite music in rich, vibrant sound.
BoomBucket
Portable Music System for iPod - $150
Brookstone's BoomBucket is an all-weather, indoor-outdoor speaker
system and an ideal Christmas gift for iPod users. This iPod boom box
features a waterproof casing that protects the iPod from the elements
and side controls that allow users to control basic iPod functions
while leaving the player undisturbed. Its water-resistant speaker shell
and superior sound make BoomBucket a great portable beach speaker and
accessory for entertaining in the backyard, living room or kitchen.
BoomBucket docks and charges iPod, iPod nano and iPod mini and plays
most other MP3 players via a 3.5 mm input jack.
SongPlay Music
System for iPod - $100
Brookstone's SongPlay combines sharp, clean design with powerful
sound to produce an iPod speaker system ideal for any room. SongPlay
docks and charges iPod, iPod nano and iPod mini and produces rich,
room-filling sound via two mini, full-range powered speakers housed in
a compact enclosure. It also plays other MP3 players thanks to the
included 3.5 mm input jack.
Doc Universal iPod Dock - $35
Brookstone's universal dock connects iPod to virtually any stereo,
TV or speaker system. Users can listen to their favorite music and view
digital photos and videos in full size on TV. Compact as it is
versatile, Brookstone's iPod stereo and TV dock makes a great travel
companion. Brookstone's Doc connects iPods to stereos or home theaters
via an AUX out port and TV via an S-Video port, and is compatible with
iPod and iPod nano.
All three sound systems for iPod are available exclusively at
Brookstone stores and online.
Brookstone is a product development and specialty retail company
that has offered unique Christmas and Holiday gifts for more than 42
years. The Company operates 310 stores in malls and airports around the
country, as well as the Brookstone catalog and an ecommerce
website.
iGadget X Multi-Featured iPod Enhancement
Utility
PR: iGadget allows you to realize the full potential of your
iPod. With iGadget, you'll be able to transform your iPod into much
more than a simple music player.
Would you also like the ability to transfer videos from your
favorite sites such as YouTube, Google Video, and Metacafe? If so,
check out our iGadget and Ivy Video Converter bundle.
Here are the features you'll get with the purchase of iGadget:
- Songs and Playlists: Transfer songs and playlists from your iPod to
your computer and/or into iTunes while preserving play counts, user
ratings and last played dates
- Driving Directions: Never get lost again! Put driving directions
right onto your iPod
- Outlook*: Get rid of your PDA and put all your Microsoft Outlook*
data onto it including email, appointments, contacts, tasks and
notes
- Gas Prices: Always pay the lowest prices for gas by having a list
of gas prices for your area right on your iPod
- Movie Showtimes: Get the movie showtimes for your local theaters
stored onto your iPod
- Weather Forecasts: Never get caught without your raincoat by
keeping your local weather forecasts on your iPod
- Backup: Backup any set of files and/or folders from your computer
onto your iPod for safe keeping
- RSS News Feeds: Get the latest news headlines on your iPod for
reading at your leisure
- Music Listings**: Create listings of the music on your iPod in
various formats (HTML, CSV, plain text). This could then be used to
post on a website or to print out a listing of all your songs
- Daily Horoscope: Get your daily horoscope readings on your
iPod
- Library: Keep a library of text files on your iPod for reading
on-the-go - these could be e-books, recipes, bible verses,
anything
* Outlook 2002/Office XP or later required for Outlook
integration
**Available with Windows version only
New in version 1.3: Fixed bug that preventing the use of customer
formatting for file and folder names when transferring music from an
iPod.
Mac requirements
- Mac OS X 10.4 or later
- Intel or PowerPC Mac
- 2.4 MB of available hard drive space
Windows Requirements
- Windows 98, 2000, XP, or Vista
- Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0
Compatibility:
- iTunes 4.7 or later
- All Apple iPods (1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G (video), classic, iPod mini,
iPod nano, iPod shuffle)
- Not yet compatible with iPod touch or iPhone
$15 shareware
Link: iGadget X 1.3
Multi-Featured iPod Enhancement Utility
zCover iSA touch Cases for iPod touch
PR:
zCover iSA touch cases for Apple iPod touch feature flip port cover,
full protection, removable rotary universal belt clip with soft rubber
pad and cleaning / polishing cloth compatible with lanyard, armband,
window clips
Colors: Ice Clear, Blue, Grey, Pink, zcipt2.jpg
$29.99
in the
box:
- One iSA touch Silicone Case
- One Removable Universal Belt Clip with Soft Pad
- One Cleaning / Polishing Cloth
One size fits the new iPod touch: 8 GB / 16 GB
Also available: zCover iSA touch Armband Set for Apple iPod Touch
8 GB / 16 GB
Flip Port Cover, full protection, removable rotary universal belt
clip with soft rubber pad,cleaning / polishing cloth and universal
armband
Compatible
with lanyard, window clips
Colors: Ice Clear, Pink, Grey
$39.99
in the box
- One iSA touch Silicone Case
- One Set of zCover Universal Armband Set
- One Removable Universal Belt Clip with Soft Pad
- One Cleaning / Polishing Cloth
One size fits the new iPod touch: 8 GB / 16 GB
Link: zCover iSA touch
Cases
Apple TV Accessories
QuickerTek Boosts Apple TV Range and Signal
Strength
PR: Apple TV users can now boost their wireless video signals
around their house - upstairs and downstairs and increase the range
between Apple TV and wireless devices. For only $129.95 and a few
minutes with a screwdriver, the Apple TV Antenna Upgrade can easily
deliver improved performance.
The
Apple TV Antenna Upgrade uses the proven tri-band external antenna
technology QuickerTek uses to boost the wireless performance of the Mac
Pro and Mac mini. The Apple TV Antenna Upgrade is a small trio of
antennas that not only improves range and signal strength, but also
cuts the wireless interference that plagues many Apple TV home
users.
QuickerTek's Apple TV Antenna Upgrade comes with a 3-foot cable that
allows the external tri-band antenna to be placed up higher - away from
common wireless obstacles in the home or office (e.g. furniture, desks,
etc.). It even allows antenna placement up and away from other
electronics that can cause interference and degrade wireless range and
speed.
There's no extra steps or other impediments when using this antenna,
so that users can plug it in and enjoy improved performance
immediately.
Apple TV Antenna Upgrades are made for complete compatibly with all
Apple factory networking products. They work with all 802.11/b/g/n WiFi
equipment including Apple AirPort, AirPort Extreme and the latest
802.11n version of AirPort Extreme, as well as wireless hardware from
Linksys, Belkin and other popular brands found in wireless networks
across the country.
$129.95
Like most QuickerTek products, this Apple TV Antenna Upgrade is
backed with a one-year warranty on parts and labor.
QuickerTek has been a recognized leading innovator of antennas and
RF products for Apple Power Macintosh, Mac Pro, iMac PPC and Intel,
PowerBook, MacBook and MacBook Pro computers. QuickerTek products can
be purchased online and from authorized dealers.
Link: QuickerTek
Boosts Apple TV Signal Strength
