An open letter to Steve Jobs, sponsored by DefectiveByDesign, an anti-DRM activist site, is asking Jobs to back his challenge to dump DRM with actions. Jobs recently published a response to criticism Apple has received for its use of DRM. In a move that shocked some, Jobs suggested that the best way forward might be […]

Edirol has introduced two new models, in red and white, of its R-09 portable recorder. The R-09W (in white) and R-09R (in red) will both retail at the same price as the original black version (about $400). New accessories include a carry case for the main unit and an earphone set with carry case. The […]

March 07: It‚Äôs 31 Days of Free Music month at Podcasting News. Every day in March, we‚Äôre highlighting a free music podcast. This week, we’ve looked at classical music for piano, dj mixes from DJ Steveboy, guitar music from Ottmar Liebert, soundtrack music from ReGenesis, Flyinshoes Radio‚Äôs free americana music, and the world of 8-bit […]

Keyspan has announced updated firmware for its TuneView for iPod, a remote with color LCD screen and 2-way RF connectivity that lets you browse and manage an iPod throughout your house or office. The update increases scrolling speed, adds an ability to jump to a specified first letter within a large list (e.g. in a […]

Have you ever dreamed of being on public radio? Think you might be the next Ira Glass or Terry Gross? If so, you’ll want to check out the Public Radio Talent Quest. The Public Radio Exchange is giving away over $70,000 and a chance to create a new show for public radio. In other words […]

Apple has introduced a new version of iTunes, version 7.1 for Macs and Windows: Using iTunes 7.1, you can now enjoy your favorite iTunes movies, TV shows, music, and more from the comfort of your living room with Apple TV. iTunes 7.1 also supports a new full screen Cover Flow and improved sorting options to […]

JobsinPods.com is a new service that advertises jobs through audio podcast interviews & via the site’s blog. Podcasts start at $300 per podcast, with discounts for multiple podcasts. “Recruiting is marketing,” says C.M. Russell, the founder of Jobs in Pods. “We allow employers to bring their jobs to life and connect with job seekers in […]

March 06: It‚Äôs 31 Days of Free Music month at Podcasting News. Every day in March, we‚Äôre highlighting a free music podcast. Previously, we‚Äôve highlighted a free electronic music podcast, a classical music podcast, an Americana music podcast and more. Today’s podcast is Blibb Blobb – The Chiptune Podcast. It’s a great example of how […]

On March 22, podcasters from across the globe are planning to take a song from indie band Black Lab to No. 1 on the iTunes sales chart. The project, Bumrush The Charts, aims to encourage listeners, through blogs, indie labels and artists, to buy one song by one band on that particular day. The song […]

March 05: It‚Äôs 31 Days of Free Music month at Podcasting News. Every day in March, we‚Äôre going to do our best to hook you up with free music podcasts. Previously, we‚Äôve highlighted a free electronic music podcast, a classical music podcast, and a free music podcast from guitarist Ottmar Liebert. If you like Americana […]