Go Play AV: Portable Audio, Video, Media and Game Players

Ubergizmo reports on a neat little stand for iPods and other MP3 players

We all know how crappy in-flight entertainment is, so why not carry a whole bunch of videos with you the next time you board a long haul flight? Unfortunately, holding the iPod (or any other object for that matter) in the same position for long periods of time could lead to unnecessary muscle strain, which is why ezGear developed the EZL device that helps keep your portable media player in place on a tray table right in front of you. Non-skid pads located at the bottom ensure your favorite portable media player won’t pull a Tonya Harding on you. Once you’re done with the movie/video, just pick up the EZL and fold it into a quarter inch thick package. You can purchase this useful device as a gift for your loved one today for

Read complete article: EZL holds portable media player up

Technorati Tags: accessories, ipod, portable entertainment, mp3 players

ubergizmo report on a new portable DVD player, the iLuv i1055, thhat has a unique and special feature:

The iLuv i1055 is able to display video from the iPod or any other DVD player via its 7″ widescreen LCD display. This tablet-style portable media player comes with a special dock for 5G iPods that is located at the back. Not only can it play video, the iLuv i1055 also supports audio CDs and the MP3 format as well.

Acting as both a player and an extended screen, this impressive device is both accessory and player, and could just be the perfect add-on for iPod video users. You can see in this image, the iPod docked snuggly in the back of the i1055. We want one!

Read complete article: iLuv i1055 portable media player

Technorati Tags: iPod, portable DVD player, portable entertainment, portable video, iluv

Would you still buy an iPod if Apple licensed FairPlay to other MP3 makers? We see a lot of nice players out there, but as ipod owners ourselves, sadly have to give the others a miss. What do readers think? Should licensing be good or bad for Apple? For the iPod?

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cNet review a replacement operating system for your iPod or other MP3 player, called Rockbox, that brings a lot of new features:

In its current state, the Rockbox interface is utilitarian, graphically sparse, and reminiscent of a command-line system, and it lacks the flash of modern commercial MP3 players. But where it comes up short in pizzazz, it more than compensates in options and settings, many of which would make the default iPod jealous. Using RockPod is fun

This is an interesting project that will be well worth follwoing.

Read complete article: MP3 Insider: An iPod that’s not an iPod - CNET reviews

Technorati Tags: Archos, iAudio, iPod, iRiver, MP3 players, Operating System, Rockbox

iPod nano is a pencil thin flash memory based music player which comes in black or white and 1GB, 2GB and 4GB capacities and features:

• 1.5-inch (diagonal) color LCD with LED backlight
• AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4), Apple Lossless, WAV, AIFF
• Syncs iPod-viewable photos in JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only) and PNG formats
• Dimensions (inches): 3.5″ x 1.6″ x 0.27″
• Weight: 1.5 ounces

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TrustedReviews have provided an excellent review of the 5G iPod:

There’s also a fairly strong consensus that the iPod is still the best looking MP3 player out there. It’s just beautiful to look at. With its sleek frontage and the silver back it’s a desirable piece of tech jewellery. However, it is susceptible to scratches and finger prints so I’d recommend buying a protective case at the time of purchase – there’s certainly a wide choice available

In the review they do highlight one thing which we’d like to bring attention to - since we totally agree:

While £300 will buy you four times the capacity that you got nearly three years ago, Apple is certainly stingier with the accessories. Way back in early 2003 my 15GB iPod box contained a dock, a Firewire cable, a wired remote and a wall charger. None of that is now included. Where will this end? Will the box for the sixth generation iPod even include an iPod?

Enough said.

Read complete article: TrustedReviews - The UK’s Premier Source for IT Reviews & News

Lookup on Amazon:

“Apple 60 GB iPod with Video Playback Black” (Apple Computer)

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Carl Howe on The Consumer Electronics Stock Blog writes a very insightful article on what the Disney-Pixar merger means for the future of rich media content on the iTunes Music Store, and this the iPod:

With Jobs and Disney CEO Robert Iger joined at the hip, the days when Hollywood could just stonewall a new technology like iPods or dictate distribution terms for movies are over. Steve Jobs’ relationship with Disney is now a trump card in his hand. For players in both Silicon Valley and Hollywood, that means it’s now a whole different game.

This article really opens ones eyes to what this deal really means and is a well worth reading as this merger will ultimately affect all online media distribution.

Read complete article: The Consumer Electronics Stock Blog » What Disney Acquiring Pixar Means For Apple and the Industry (DIS, PIXR, AAPL)

Technorati Tags: Apple, Disney, Pixar, portable entertainment, portable media player, portable video, disney pixar merger

Gizmodo report from Macworld information on getting video to your iPod easily:

“Wouldn’t it be great if you could just take a CD and throw it on your iPod? You could put your music straight onto this device.” Phillip Torrone presents a Make Magazine presentation on how to convert video for the iPod.

Read complete article: Live at Macworld: Getting Videos Into Your iPod, One-Click Version - Gizmodo

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Apple finally conceded to the FM tuner push of MP3 players by releasing their own add on FM tuner, but only for the latest iPods:

MACWORLD EXPO, SAN FRANCISCO—January 10, 2006—Apple® today announced the iPod® Radio Remote which combines the convenience of a wired remote control with new FM radio capabilities for the iPod nano and fifth generation iPod. The iPod Radio Remote is a convenient way for music lovers to skip tracks and adjust the volume of their iPod even when it’s in a pocket or backpack, and listen to FM radio stations while displaying station and song information on their iPod screen.
“The iPod Radio Remote combines two great features in one elegant product,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide iPod Product Marketing. “The iPod Radio Remote is both the best remote control and the best FM radio listening experience for iPod.”

Read complete article: Apple Announces the iPod Radio Remote

View iPod Radio Remote on iPod accessories page.

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Apple Insider report you will soon be able to buy Chrysler’s with full iPod integration:

The Chrysler Group on Sunday announced that it will be the first American automaker to provide full iPod integration as an option in most of its 2006 models, with over three million 2006 Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge models offering seamless iPod connectively beginning this spring.

Read complete article: AppleInsider | Chrysler Group and Apple announce iPod integration

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