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Apple yesterday released a new iPod and iTunes software update which now adds support for the Nike + iPod kits and services. iPod updater 2006-06-28 brings Nike support for the iPod nano as well as volume limit features for the iPod Shuffle. It also has various bug fixes for current iPods. Apple said the iPod update includes iPod Software 1.1.2 for 5G iPods, iPod Software 1.2 for nanos, and iPod Software 1.1.4 for shuffles, but that it contains the same software versions as iPod Updater 2006-03-23 for all other models. The just-released update of iTunes, version 6.0.5, allows users to sync Nike + iPod workout data to nikeplus.com and track their progress.

Coca-Cola is looking to to sign a deal with Apple to use its iTunes music store to promote its brand. This would most likely be used to promote Coke’s new Coke Zero brand which has just launched in the UK. Coke has recently shut its mycokemusic site which was previously in direct competition with itunes music store although its downloads would not work with Apples iPod.

London, UK, June 27, 2006 – A revolutionary new website inviting the masses to send in their pimped out iPods™ was launched today by little known individual, Romeo Brown from Romford. Pimpyaplayer.com lets ‘podificators’ from across the globe to send in their bizarrely customized iPods to be shown to the world.

The website, sponsored by GEAR4 () features pimped out iPods from all across the globe such as Deejay mikee-rokk from Amsterdam’s Party Bag and Yu from Hong Kong’s Bass Cannon (pictured above). You can also find Romeo’s top ten Pimpin’ hints on the site and email the man himself to join his esteemed crew and get expert help on how to Pimp your Pod to the max.

So what are you waiting for, get on www.pimpyaplayer.com and see if you can be the next Marlon!

Belkin has announced the Belkin Tunedeck for iPod Nano.

The innovative and handy device plugs straight into a car’s tape player and allows users to stream music direct from their iPod nano to the vehicles stereo.

As well as powering and charging the iPod nano as it works, the TuneDeck also features inner magnetic and shake-proof design.

Belkin states: “Belkin is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of peripherals and connectivity solutions for computer and consumer electronics users.”

Set to launch next month, the TuneDeck is not yet listed on Belkin’s website, but will cost approximately £30.

Belkin make a range of iPod accessories, including cases, tuners, cable kits, dock connectors, cable organisers and more.

Founded in 1985 in Compton, California, Belkin now employs more than 1,200 people in offices in North America, Europe and Asia.

Sima Products have releaesed a product that allows USB transfer to portable devices without the use of a computer. Hitch will allow an iPod to transfer files to another iPod by connecting the two devices to it. This will launch in the US for $150 at the moment their is no confirmed UK release.

Sima Products has announced Hitch, which allows USB fled transfers to portable devices without the use of a computer. Hitch will allow an iPod to transfer files to another iPod by connecting the two devices to it. Hitch is available for $150.

Digital Lifestyle Outfitters has announced the FlipFolio case for the iPod nano. The leather case features a reversible design that allows owners to wear their nano with the headphone port either on top or on the bottom of the case—“right-side up or up-side down.” The FlipFolio features a play-through clear plastic front, sewn-in belt clip, and comes in black, white and pink with contrasting stitching. The case is available now for $25.

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For those of you travelling to France this year, pack your Pod with the new iPod French Translator from iPod software developers Coolgorilla.

Following on from Coolgorilla’s highly successful iPod World Cup guide, the French iPod translator is the second in a series of four applications sponsored by internet giant lastminute.com

The software utilises the notes function of your iPod to provide a user-friendly menu system giving access to over 800 high quality MP3’s of perfectly recorded French words and Phrases.

The product makes learning a new language fun and much easier than conventional CD language courses as individual sound files can be accessed quickly and played repeated at the click of a wheel. Together with the portability of the iPod these are really useful applications that are even being used as learning tools in schools.

Want to ask the stunning Parisian Brunette if you can buy her a drink? Easy! Simply select the phrase from the Menu in English, play the French translation and you’re away!

With 11 categories which include accommodation, travel, eating out and socialising there is also a comprehensive dictionary and separate section on grammar.

Amazingly Coolgorilla are able to offer the products to download completely free of charge thanks to lastminute.com who have sponsored the applications.

“We are really pleased to be working with lastminute, they are true leaders in their field and the first on-line travel company to utilise the iPod as an advertising platform in this way. As sponsors of our language packs they are ensuring that visitors to our site can continue to download these products for free.” Roy Forsdick, Managing Director, iDev Entertainment Ltd.

With Greek and Spanish ready for release in the next 3 weeks and the German version also currently available, Coolgorilla are fast becoming the leading name in iPod Software and have an additional 20 products due for release in 2006.

Get your free iPod Language Packs from www.coolgorilla.com

With England through to the Next round having qualified top of their group their has been know better time to support your team with a Sumo World Cup case.

Remember if England win the World Cup then our sister site www.easyishop.co.uk will refund your money on your Sumo case.

A new cradle for the iPod dubbed the “iCarta”, truly melds form and function as it serves as both music player and lavatory roll dispenser.

Made by Atech Flash Technology, the iCarta features four high-performance, moisture-free speakers and charges the iPod
while in use.

The tissue holder ingeniously folds away to make a standard iPod dock stereo.

Atech Flash Technology (AFT) states: “AFT designs, develops and manufactures their products with focus on quality, reliability and the latest technology.

“Now you can enhance your experience in any room with your favorite music from your iPod .”

Able to play the iPod shuffle and most other audio devices, the iCarta includes a gratifyingly easy to use wall mount and is compatible with most iPod dock connectors.

Measuring eight inches wide, seven inches deep and three inches high, the iCarta is a handy, unubstrusive package that can truly be used in any room of the house.

Costing about £54, the iCarta is available over the net.

Pacific Design has announced the NanoGo, a new multipurpose case for the iPod nano. The $30 case features a carabiner clip, wristlet strap, integrated cord management, and a clear ID compartment and an additional area to store cash or credit cards. The NanoGo is made of leather-feel polyurethane (PU) material and comes in black with red detail and hot pink with white detail.