MadZ Software has announced the release of version 2.5 of its DVD to iPod / PSP Video Converter software, an application that rips DVD video files and converts them into the appropriate format for uploading to and viewing on an Apple iPod Video or a Sony PSP. According to the company, the app can convert […]

Mazda Motors UK has announced that all six models in the Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe range will feature an equipment upgrade for 2007, featuring both iPod connectivity and an Apple iPod Nano as standard. ‚ÄúWe are delighted to announce this upgrade for the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe,‚Äù said Rob Lindley, Managing Director Mazda Motors […]

Nielsen Media Research has released findings from its 3rd Quarter Home Technology Report which show that MP3 players are now found in a quarter of US homes, and that more U.S. households now own DVD players (81.2% of all households) than VCRs (79.2% of households). The trends bode well for podcasting, if not for video […]

iPods are helping to drive increased demand for premium audio options in new cars. According to Telematics Research, 80% of 2007 models for sale in the U.S. will offer branded premium audio options from the likes of Bose and Harman/Kardon as optional or standard equipment up from 67% during the ‚Äô06 model year. 75% of […]

Microsoft has announced that the Zune software has been updated to be compatible with Vista: Today (Tuesday the 19th of December) we‚Äôre issuing a 22 MB update to make Zune compatible with Windows Vista. The update also improves the Zune software installation process, addressing the issues that some of the known issues users reported. Like […]

This year, we’ve had the fortune and misfortune to see hundreds of new iPod-related gadgets, clothing and other accessories. Some, like the microphones from companies like Belkin and Griffin, are something than any iPod user could use. Others, like the $180 uber-remote from Keyspan, Koyono’s iPod clothing or the expensive-but-cool tube iPod amp may not […]

Blendtec, a company that makes heavy duty blenders, is using video blogging to sell $400 blenders. It’s also reinventing advertising along the way. Blendtec makes hardcore blenders – not something that most people would think they need. Ask someone if they’d like to watch a video demonstration about a blender, and they are liable to […]

A new device promises to turn your iPod into a portable recording studio. The MusicJam mixer is a new mixing and recording device for iPods. MusicJam lets users make their own personal versions of favorite songs by adding their singing and guitar jamming to any song and recording the results. The MusicJam can also be […]

Forrester’s recent analyst report that suggested that Apple’s iTunes sales had flatlined has generated a great deal of skepticism and controversy. Forrester reported that iTunes sales had dropped 65% between January 2006 and June 2006. Others have a much more positive outlook on Apple’s digital music store. Apple flatly denies Forrester’s claims, while other analysts […]

According to CNBC‘s latest survey, Apple will be having a merry Christmas. 8% of those polled expect to buy an iPod this year. According to CNBC’s calculations, that means Apple will sell about 17 million iPods. At an average cost of $159 a machine, that adds up to $2.7 billion for Apple.