Scosche set to launch new iPhone and iPod accessories at CES
December 31, 2009
Scosche has announced its CES 2010 product line-up of new iPhone and iPod accessories, consisting of the reviveLITE II, a new tapSTICK model, flipSYNC, and IDR655m earphones. reviveLITE II is an improved version of the companyís previously released reviveLITE iPhone and iPod charger, complete with an additional USB charging port that can be used to simultaneously charge any USB-powered device. Similar to the original, it features a cordless charging design and includes an integrated LED nightlight….
Apple victory survives appeal in iPod volume lawsuit
December 31, 2009
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a 2008 district court ruling, taking the side of Apple in a class action lawsuit over iPod volume, says Reuters. Plaintiffs Joseph Birdsong and Bruce Waggoner earlier argued that iPods present an unreasonable risk of hearing loss, as they can raise their volume up to 115dB, while lacking any volume meters or noise isolation properties. Designing the stock earbuds to be placed deep in the ear canal has only exacerbated the problem, the plaintiffs alleged….
Kaufman analyst ups AAPL price target to $253
December 31, 2009
Kaufman Bros. analyst Shaw Wu has raised his price target for Apple stock from $235 to $253, citing new Q1 sales forecasts derived from industry and supply chain checks. Apple is expected to record as many as 9.5 million iPhones shipping in the December quarter, well above the consensus estimate of 8.8 million. The figure would set a quarterly record for Apple, and be based largely around the addition of China and South Korea to Asia-Pacific sales, as well as “stronger-than-expected” European performance thanks to multiple carriers and attractive pre-paid options….
Apple cooperates in censorship of Dalai Lama apps in China
December 31, 2009
Apple is blocking several iPhone apps related to the Dalai Lama at the Chinese App Store, a company spokeswoman admits. “We continue to comply with local laws,” Trudy Muller tells IDG News. “Not all apps are available in every country.” The titles are notably available in most other regions. The Chinese government considers the Dalai Lama an enemy, as a result of his advocating freedom for his former homeland of Tibet. The country was invaded by China in 1950 and remains under foreign control….
Judge dismisses ‘defective iPod’ action
December 31, 2009
A US appeals court has upheld the dismissal of a class action lawsuit filed against Apple that claimed the iPod was defective and could cause hearing loss.
Ford Plays Tag With iTunes
December 31, 2009
Ford, the first U.S. automaker to offer factory-installed HD Radio receivers, is adding iTunes song tagging to its growing list of high-tech options.
The Best iPhone Apps Of 2009
December 31, 2009
This guest post was written by Erik Fikkert, Lead Reviewer, AppVee . Also check out AppVee’s previous picks of the best apps in the App store The iPhone and iPod touch have become immediately recognizable names around the world.
Ford adds iTunes tagging option to some models
December 31, 2009
DETROIT - Starting next year, drivers of some new Ford models who hear a song they like on their high definition radio receiver will be able to tag it by pressing a button and download it later onto their iPhone or iPod.
The Secret to Apple iPod Touch’s Success: Kids
December 31, 2009
Apple’s get- ‘ em-while-they ‘ re-young strategy appears to be paying off. The iPod touch , which some tech analysts are calling an iPhone on training wheels, has proven wildly popular with gift-givers this holiday season.
Sponsors Get in Line for Popular Apps
December 30, 2009
Mobile apps, in some cases, are proving to be money-makers for developers and publishers, thanks to advertisers’ increasing willingness to sponsor their development and rollout.