Apple Bluetooth Headset

There's no doubt in my mind that Apple has a Bluetooth headset in the works, but rumor has it that the headset is ready to make its grand entrance, especially now that it's being mentioned (briefly) on Apple's website. Will it be as fancy as the LG Prada headset? From the looks of the pic, it looks pretty bare bones. Only time and pricing will tell who will have the official headset for the rich and the famous.

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Black Apple iMacs?

Rumor has it that Apple might be coming out with black 24″ (possibly 20″ too) iMacs starting next month. MacScoop has recently obtained this piece of information from an undisclosed source.


Looking at how the company has been putting out black versions of some of its products, such as iPods and MacBooks, it’s no wonder if this little rumor turns out to be real.

The only specific information MacScoop has recently obtained from sources regarding Apple's forthcoming hardware releases is that a black version of the iMac could make its way with the next update of the company's all-in-one consumer desktop Macs.

Sources also told us that - as it is currently the case for the MacBook - the black color could be available only on the high-end 24 inch iMac and possibly the 20 inch as well.

Apple has started making black-flavored products since the introduction of the first generation iPod nano on September 2005, followed by a black video-enabled iPod in October 2005. A few months later, after the huge success of this flavor on the iPod, the company introduced the MacBook (May 2006) which was available in black for the top of the line model. The black MacBook also received very good market acceptance although it was initially criticized for its unfairly high pricing.
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The iPhone’s multi touch display

One of the most interesting features of the new iPhone is the Multi Touch Display. Did Apple invent this? No, they didn’t, but the iPhone is the first end product introduced to carry it. It is said to become the new revolution in computer interfaces, as was once the mouse. Remember, before there was a mouse we had to use the arrows on our keyboard to roam through our computer.

The Multi Touch Display allows us to work with multiple fingers, or hands, or persons, on the screen. One of the best examples of its power is the way you can zoom into a picture by just putting two fingers on the picture and then moving them in opposite directions.

AppleTV - New Phenomenon from Apple?

If you haven’t heard of AppleTV, you soon will. This incredible new program is the latest phenomenon from Apple and it will change the way you get and watch your entertainment. The premise of AppleTV is simple yet powerful. It allows you to watch media from your computer right on your television. This is perfect for people who might have a small computer screen but a big-screen TV. If you want to gather your family and friends around the big screen and share your computer media, you can do so quickly and easily with Apple TV.

Let’s look at an example. You’ve just downloaded a movie from iTunes. Rather than gathering your family around the little computer screen, you can attend to other matters like grabbing some snacks while your computer sends the movie to your TV via a wireless signal. There are no pesky wires to hook up, just a simple remote control that is used to control everything. It’s amazingly advanced yet extremely simple.

The Apple TV box connects to your TV through the use of an HDMI port or component audio and video ports. Then, the wireless capability syncs to any Mac in your home. With Apple TV, your entire iTunes library is right on your television. The possibilities are unlimited — enjoy movies, music, TV shows, podcasts and more with just the click of a remote. You can even transfer photographs from iPhoto or Photoshop right to your television screen for a fun and high-tech photograph slideshow.

You might be wondering how much technology of this magnitude is going to cost you. Many people are shocked to learn that the cost for AppleTV is only $299. As the word spreads about this incredible program, many people will bring AppleTV into their home. You won’t ever want to watch TV in the same way again when you’ve got this flexible, fun and powerful entertainment option. Not sure if AppleTV is right for you? One great way to make a decision is to browse the massive iTunes library. There, you’ll get to view all the possible downloads available. With iTunes and AppleTV, it’s like you own your very own entertainment company. Watch what you want, when you want!

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Apple's Wireless Mouse - Review with Photos

It started off like a dream. Worked perfectly. Left click here, right click there. Scrolling up/down/left/right with the 360 degree scroll ball. Moving with lighting-fast precisions thanks to the laser tracking. But alas, that was 5 months ago and now, all is not well.

The right click only works half the time unless switched on and off. The scroll ball has gotten stuck and now only scrolls down if pressed hard enough. Plus to top it all off, the bottom of the mouse is coming undone. All these problems seem to be hindering what used to be the perfect mouse.

But there is hope. According to Wikipedia, Apple has "silently" fixed these problems. "Users report, that the Mighty Mouse (as of February 2006) runs much more smoothly and the scroll ball stays cleaner than the prior builds, and that the durability has gone up as well." So thanks to Apple's One Year Warranty :)

Over 400 movies will be available for iTunes

Lionsgate and Apple® announced that movies from Lionsgate will be available for purchase and download on the iTunes® Store. iTunes customers will be able to purchase blockbuster Lionsgate films like “Terminator 2,” “LA Story,” “Basic Instinct,” “The Blair Witch Project” and “Dirty Dancing” and more than 150 titles coming to iTunes this month. The iTunes Store has become the world’s most popular online movie store, with a catalog of over 400 titles.

“We’re delighted to offer these incredibly popular Lionsgate films on iTunes, and look forward to adding even more films in the future,” said Steve Beeks, president of Lionsgate. “iTunes lets users download these wonderful films to watch on their computer, TV or iPod, so movie fans can take their favorite Lionsgate films with them anywhere.”

“The iTunes Store is by far the most popular online movie store in the world,” said Eddy Cue, Apple’s vice president of iTunes. “We’re thrilled to be adding this phenomenal collection of Lionsgate titles from Hollywood’s leading independent studio, including such blockbusters as ‘Terminator 2.’”

Lionsgate’s renowned collection of movie titles available on iTunes in the coming weeks include legendary action adventure films and thrillers such as “Total Recall” and “Rambo,” indie classics such as “Monster’s Ball” as well as perennial favorites such as “Chaplin” and “The Boys From Brazil.”

The iTunes Store features the world’s largest catalog with over four million songs, 350 television shows and, with the addition of Lionsgate, over 400 movies. The iTunes Store has sold over two billion songs, 50 million TV shows and over 1.3 million movies, making it the world’s most popular online music, TV and movie store.

Movies purchased and downloaded from the iTunes Store can be viewed on a computer, Apple TV or fifth generation iPod® and most are priced at $9.99 (US) each. Movies downloaded from the iTunes Store are downloaded in near-DVD quality at a resolution of 640x480 (up to 480, depending on the aspect ratio).

Lionsgate is the leading independent filmed entertainment studio and the Company is a premier producer and distributor of motion pictures, television programming, home entertainment, family entertainment and video-on-demand content. Its prestigious and prolific library of more than 10,000 titles is a valuable source of recurring revenue and a foundation for the growth of the Company’s core businesses. The Lionsgate brand is synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment in markets around the globe.

Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the Macintosh. Today, Apple continues to lead the industry in innovation with its award-winning desktop and notebook computers, OS X operating system, and iLife and professional applications. Apple is also spearheading the digital music revolution with its iPod portable music players and iTunes online store.

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