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Entries from June 2005

Microsoft Might License Xbox Software

June 30th, 2005 · Comments · gadgets and technology, marketing

Microsoft Might License Xbox Software and man is that something to think about…
Sony and Toshiba are goiing to enable CE devices with Cell processors to make an end-game around the PC as the center of the living room and now MS is potentially pushing a lite version of Xbox 360’s software – clearly [...]

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Apple – iTunes – Podcasting

June 28th, 2005 · Comments · apple, iPodder, music, software

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Apple Special Event this week…

June 26th, 2005 · Comments · apple, gadgets and technology

Digital Media Thoughts is reporting on a scheduled Apple special event for this coming week…
It’s unlikely that a special event would be only for iTunes 4.9 and is likely for a new generation iPod. If it is (and that’d be cool) I hope it supports video, yet retains the same dock connector so [...]

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Apple to Podcast Sundance through iTunes

June 16th, 2005 · Comments · apple, gadgets and technology, marketing

“Apple and the Sundance Channel have signed a deal (free subscription required) that will make content from the network available as a podcast via the upcoming release of iTunes, version 4.9, due sometime next month. [Digital Media Thoughts]

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Dell has a proprietary power connector?

June 12th, 2005 · Comments · gadgets and technology

I was stunned to learn a few things about my work issued Dell laptop recently…
First, it’s quite sensitive to the type of power adapter you connect. The initial one I received was not quite strong enough and was actually incapable of charging the battery to the point where the battery would die. I [...]

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Thoughts on Intel

June 12th, 2005 · Comments · apple, gadgets and technology, marketing, software

I’ve been moving at a pretty good personal clip lately and in combination with an exhaustive work schedule have not had a chance to put my thoughts down regarding the move to Intel. In short, I think it rocks!
I bought the previous lines from various keynotes on the benefits of RISC over CISC and [...]

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Dear Steve

June 12th, 2005 · Comments · apple, marketing, software

james duncan davidson has a great piece on the transition to Intel…
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ITMS Pre-Orders

June 12th, 2005 · Comments · apple, marketing, music

smash notes the launch of ITMS pre-ordering… which is a very cool advance. I can only wonder if this is an extension of how the Podcasting feature works… Hit the link, downloads as bandwidth and product is available.

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Outlet Shopping

June 9th, 2005 · Comments · travel

“Outlet Shopping”
The fine art of searching for power for your laptop, phone, iPod etc … while in a public place like an airport.
This is something I see all too often. While waiting on extended delay in O’Hare yesterday it occured to me it needed a name.

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Apple on Intel?

June 4th, 2005 · Comments · apple, gadgets and technology

ArsTechcnica and News.com are both discussing the possibility of Apple making an Intel announcement come WWDC on Monday.
I’ve only given it a bit of thought, but I find the proespect incedibly exciting. Think about it for a second (of course not counting the work required to port the OS or applications) and you’ll likely [...]

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Best Buy Home Theater

June 1st, 2005 · Comments · gadgets and technology, marketing

Bryan at the Home Theater Blog notes Best Buy’s launch into higher end home theater equipment and installation today. Instead of simply carrying newer equipment, Best Buy is launching a new sub-brand, Magnolia Home Theater as a store within a store. I think it’s a great addition and could potentially expand the range [...]

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