iPod Nano (4G) gains spoken menus

September 10, 2008

Apple - Accessibility - iPod + iTunes - Vision

Spoken menus is quite a cool addition. I’m glad to see Apple is spending more time attending to universal access. This is an oft overlooked feature set that should be given solid attention. Now, it would be much more impressive if they added this functionality to more of the recent iPod/iPhone line, but one step at a time I guess…


iPhone accessories ramping up

May 9, 2008

Finally, some good iPhone accessories look to be on the verge of hitting store shelves. I’ve been getting tired of seeing nothing buy “Made for iPod” accessories when it is really just laziness not to also make them compatible with the iPhone as well…

Kensington Mini Battery Pack & Charger

Kensington Mini Battery Pack

iHome iP99 Dual Alarm Clock Radio for iPhone + iPod

iHome IP99 Alarm Clock


Kensington first to announce proper iPhone car support?

May 8, 2008

NOTE: By proper, I mean with charging/auxillary output in one. An FM transmitter is NOT an acceptable solution…

This or alternatively seen here could be the in-car iPhone solution I have been looking for. I guess I will just have to wait and see what the reviews are like given the $80 price tag…
Kensington LiquidAux for iPhone


Nike+ coming to iPhone?

April 11, 2008

Nike+ coming to iPhone, iPod touch | iLounge News

This could be good news for me as I have the Nike+ system, shoes and a Nano, but I now prefer my iPhone for some trips, so maybe soon I could use either? Also, the ability to transfer workout data prior to a sync could be useful. I’ll definitely be watching these news stories…


iPod Touch playing Quake 3 over the network

April 5, 2008

This looks rather cool. I want to see how well the accelerometer works for playing games as I just can’t tell from the video clips as to how it would feel. Now the question is will anyone be able to get this built solidly and submitted via the iTunes App Store…


ifrogz Tadpole case on the way…

March 16, 2008

I just ordered Ben a Tadpole iPod case from ifrogz (Ben’s getting the purple one).

ifrogz Tadpole iPod case

Heather & Ben are going to be going on a plane ride and the Tadpole is so that Ben can use my iPod Video 60GB to watch some of his favorite TV shows or videos while on the plane/in the car. Hopefully this will help Ben to be more calm during the trip. I’ll post an update describing how well this little guy works…


Possible 6G iPod User Interface Redesign and Videos

July 21, 2007

Mac Rumors: 6G iPod User Interface Redesign and Videos

I could totally see this design and yeah, I would be tempted to buy one :)

Make sure to check out the videos…they’re short, but interesting … if you’re into the iPod’s GUI ;)


Shuffle while you walk

July 20, 2007

I went out on the way home and picked up a green iPod shuffle. I must say that I really love this thing. It is small, light, clips to your clothing and in general just works great. It makes my walks much more fun as now I don’t have to carry around my comparatively bulky iPod Video 5G. I originally considered the iPod nano, but this won out due to price and size. I also think the nano is due for a major retooling. If they make it cool enough, I might pick one of those up too at some point.

So far, between Heather, Ben, and I we have:

  • iPod 20GB 3G
  • iPod mini
  • iPod Video 5G
  • iPod shuffle

Monster iTV Link for iPod

October 28, 2006

It is about freaking time someone came out with this. It seems ridiculous that I would be constrained to only composite video when working directly from my iPod. Now, Monster has released a cable that can do both SVideo and Composite (with included adapter) without having to have a dock. It is also interesting that “iTV” is a registered term of Monster Cable. It seems odd Apple would use a term (even as a pre-release title) that another well-known company had already registered…
Now it is a bit pricey at $49.99, but I will probably pick it up at some point.
Monster iTV Link for iPod Video and iPod Photo


iPulse Bear

October 27, 2006

I found a new toy that I think would be great to have at the desk… Isn’t it cute? He plays the music from the iPod using a concealed cable and his paws flash to the music. Also available in brown. Check it out for a soft, fuzzy speaker.

iPulse Bear