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September 15, 2006
New iPod nano: one day we’ll look back and laugh at all of those scratches our old iPods had.
Q: What do you get when an iPod nano gets it on with an iPod mini?
A: The new 2G iPod nano.
The new iPod nano sports:
- Improved battery life - up to 24 hours
- Increased storage capacity - as much as 8GB of flash-based memory.
- Thinner design (only by 1mm though) and cool curved edges.
- A 40% brighter display. (I thought there was nothing wrong with the old one.)
- Your choice of 5 colors and a new aluminum enclosure
Apple's introduction of the new, redesigned iPod nano solves many of the problems that plagued the first generation digital music player. Anyone who came within arm's reach of a nano that was more than 5 minutes old was familiar with how easily scratched it was. After the iPod mini's multi-color availability, the choice between black and white of the new nano seemed limited. And you can never have too much battery life, my 1G seemed to run out of juice too frequently.
Prices start at $149 for the 2GB model. The 4GB model runs $199, and the 8GB bad boy lists at $249. Available at the Apple Store right now.
You can watch the new iPod nano ad from Apple here. Colors. Brighter display. We get it.
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July 13, 2006
Nike + iPod = shin splints?
I was reading about the new Nike + iPod gear today and I was thinking, "...so wait a minute... athletic shoes aren't just for fashion?! ...people must actually run in these things - on purpose! Wow..."
You need three things to outfit yourself with the new Nike + iPod gear; an iPod nano, a pair of Nike+ shoes, and the new iPod Sport Kit ($29). Oh, and you have to want to run. You place a small sensor in the sole of your shoe (man, that's gonna hurt after a coupla miles, don't you think?) The sensor talks to your nano wirelessly as you run so you get real-time feedback on the iPod's display. Then it'll download information into iTunes when you sync so you can track your runs and analyze your workouts.
The goods hit the stores today, so run on over (ha-ha) to your friendly neighborhood Apple Store, Niketown, or NikeWoman store.
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November 04, 2005
iPoditude Review: Tunewear TuneTag nano
I've made a lot of jokes recently about the slew of new products from Tunewear. The truth is that my experience with their products has been solidly positive, enough so that they've earned my respect and a place on my favorite manufacturers list. Therefore, I was happy to receive a package of review samples from them and today I'm here to tell you about the slick new Tunewear TuneTag for iPod nano. Click through for the full review.
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November 01, 2005
iPoditude Review: Pivot Silicone Case For iPod nano
In iPod-time the silicon case is a classic. Molded to fit the iPod's contours exactly, the silicon case, or "skin" as us hipsters are apt to call it, is protective, light, and depending on the color (i.e. not pink), looks cool too. If ever an iPod was fit for a skin, the iPod nano is just crying out for it. So when Pivot offered some skins for a product review I thought I'd check them out. Read on for the full story.
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iPoditude Review: WaterField Designs iPod nano case
Indium nylon is what they call it. It's this really cool nylon that WaterField Designs uses in their cases and bags. The iPod gear pouch and small iPod gear pouch has trim made from it, but this new iPod nano case is just covered in it, you could say ensconced in it, even. Despite the great materials and a thoughtful design, I found using the new WaterField Designs iPod nano case to be a mixed bag (get it?). Read on for the full review.
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October 18, 2005
Pacific Design announces iPod Nano Flip Case
Pacific design has just announced a version of their flip case for iPod nano. It features their signature stripe motif using bold colors, along with cut outs for headphone and dock connectors, a clear vinyl window for screen protection, and a low profile rear strap that can clip to a belt. Available colors are carbon black with red and white detail; precious pink with white and dove gray detail; and big sky blue with cobalt blue and white detail (I told you they were bold).
The Pacific Design iPod Nano Flip Case will be available nationwide at Circuit City, Radio Shack, and Ultimate Electronics stores beginning October 22 and will sell for $30.
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October 13, 2005
Vaja Classic AP161 & AP171 for iPod nano
I've been eagerly awaiting to see what Vaja would release for the iPod nano so I'm happy to see that they've just announced not one, but two cases, the AP161 and AP171. The AP161 is a flap style case, while the AP171 features an optional dog leash hook that is sewn securely to the case. Both of these bad boys feature built in screen protectors, optional click wheel protectors, and are available in two different types of leather. Like most products from Vaja, you can personalize them by choosing different color combinations for front and back, add a belt clip or their new rivet clip system, and even have your name laser engraved on the back. The AP161 starts at US $40 and the AP171 starts at US $34, which seems pretty reasonable to me since Vaja products rock so hard.
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October 11, 2005
XtremeMac’s AirPlay2 FM transmitter
Rock your world and everyone else's within the FCC-limited broadcasting distance with the new AirPlay2 from XtremeMac. It features three programmable station preset buttons recessed in its flat face, and a backlit LCD display. Although the AirPlay2 will work with any dock connector iPod, it's designed to fit the nano like a thong on a swimsuit model since it comes in black and white, it's the same 7mm width, and the dock connector is offset. It sells for $60, and for $80 XtremeMac will sell you a version with a car charger. Nice design!
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iWood nano, wood iPod nano case
Created from a single piece of wood, the iWood nano is a beautiful wooden iPod nano case from Miniot. The top of the case flips open on a hinge and closes to protect the iPod nano inside, while leaving access to the headphone port so you can listen while the case is closed. Choose from pear, mahogany, maple, wengé, or walnut woods, and monogram the outside and engrave up to two lines of text inside the cover.
Somebody at Miniot has a sense of humor (I mean besides naming your product iWood) - the inscription in the screenshot reads, "For Malinda, with love, Bill" Hmm... Malinda... Bill... Gates?!
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Marware’s avalanche of iPod nano cases
I knew it was only a matter of time until Marware jumped into the ring and announced their new cases for iPod nano and today is our lucky day. Consisting of eleven new cases ranging from the silly (the Sportsuit Santa) to the sophisticated (the CEO Billfold Wallet), these offerings should suit just about anybody's needs. I'll quote the press release:
- The Sportsuit™ Convertible: Marware’s flagship sports case has been completely redesigned for the nano. Made of revolutionary orca-skin neoprene, the new Convertible offers maximum protection without adding bulk. A revolutionary side-opening lid, hand strap, and a redesigned armband that uses the patented Multidapt™ clip system rounds out the new list of features for this premium sports case.
- Sportsuit™ Sleeve: Sporty neoprene case offers complete protection. Orca-skin pocket holds headphones. Removable belt clip included. Black, Blue $19.95
- Sportsuit™ Basic: An ultra-slim, form-fitting case that protects without adding bulk. Removable mini clip included. Black $19.95
- Sportsuit™ Convertible: The ultimate sports case. It’s an ultra-slim orca skin case that protects without extra bulk. Includes armband clip, belt clip, hand strap and unique, removable side-open lid. Black, Blue, Silver $29.95
- Sport Grip™: Colorful silicone wrappers with clear plastic screen protector. Ten colors. $9.95
- Sport Grip™ Extreme: Rugged silicone cases with hard plastic screen-protector, carabiner, and lanyard. Available in the same ten color choices as the Sport Grip™. $19.95
- Sidewinder™: Unique hard plastic case with pull-out side for earphone storage. Includes removable belt clip. Several colors.
- CEO™ Card Wallet: Full-grain leather wallet holds business cards and iPod nano. Black, Red, Tan, Pink $24.95
- CEO™ Billfold Wallet: Full-featured wallet holds iPod nano credit cards, cash and other essentials. For jacket pocket use only. Black $34.95
- Sportsuit™ Safari: Fun, animal inspired prints hold your iPod nano in style. Includes lanyard and carabiner. Seven prints $19.95
- Sportsuit™ Santa: Fun holiday-inspired holder for iPod nano. Includes lanyard and carabiner. Red with white faux fur. $19.95
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