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Jan 2 2006

Poll results reveal what Mac users see as the big Mac news of 2005

BeLight Software and MacMinute announced the results of their poll on the most significant Mac-related event of the year 2005. According to the survey, 66% of Mac users consider Apple’s switch to Intel as the major event in Macintosh world. Although the opinions varied from complete denial of that move to trust and admiration, most voters have admitted that it was a paradigm shift in Apple’s strategy. The total number of votes casted by Macintosh-based users was 747.

The survey results are as follows:

  • Apple goes Intel – 66.8%

  • Ipod innovations – 14%
  • Tiger release – 6.4%
  • MacMini launch – 5.6%
  • XBox presentation with G5 Mac- 1.4%
  • Mighty Mouse presentation- 0.93%
  • Boston Expo Cancelation- 0.8%
  • Other event – 3.8%

Complete survey results and participants’ feedbacks are available here.

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Nov 8 2005

Tivoli Audio iSongBook is a perfect fit for all Apple iPods

61252995 0bbd865152 m Tivoli Audio iSongBook is a perfect fit for all Apple iPodsThese days, iPod gadget news is less about what is new and exciting and more about what has been retooled to fit the new shapes and sizes of Apple’s latest music players. Tivoli Audio’s iSongBook is designed to fit all Apple iPod models, including the latest ultra-slim nano and newly introduced iPod. The iSongBook makes us of the new “Universal Docking Station” from Apple, made to fit all iPod models. The flip-down dock charges the iPod while it plays, without the need for an additional dock connector, and stows into the unit when not in use. The supplied remote control operates both the iPod and the iSongBook.

The new iSongBook features a highly sensitive digital AM/FM tuner for clear and precise reception with a 9k/10k switch for AM reception outside North America, as well as an adjustable, telescoping FM antenna and built-in AM antenna. Stations may be tuned manually or via 5 AM and 5 FM favorite station preset buttons with a “seek” function to automatically search for signals in any country around the world.

The iSongBook is housed in a sealed cabinet with rust-proof hardware for weather resistance. It retails for a pricey USD$329.99 at select retailers, or direct.

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Jul 28 2005

Griffin announces iFM for tuning in and recording FM on your iPod

29371571 594f8c1206 m Griffin announces iFM for tuning in and recording FM on your iPodThe new Griffin iFM integrates FM radio tuning, recording and remote control functionality to the iPod, all in a tiny aluminum enclosure. With the flip of a switch users can now switch seamlessly between controlling their music library and listening to their favorite FM radio programming. Use the iFM as an inline remote to control the iPod’s transport controls, great for workouts, biking or hiking. iFM is also a recording device, with a built in microphone to record voice, or change modes to capture live FM radio directly to the iPod! (Features vary depending on whether you have a 3G or 4G iPod)

The Griffin iFM will sell for USD$49.99 and preorders are being taken now.

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