iPod News and Reviews

Apple Lanyard Headphones for iPod nano

You can now put your order in to buy Apple Lanyard Headphones for iPod nano on Amazon. In case you don't know, Lanyard Headphones are made special for iPod nano players to hang around your neck.

"Just plug the lanyard into the dock connector, put it around your neck and you're off. Its ingenious built-in earbuds conquer clutter by integrating the audio signal with the lanyard itself, so you get a streamlined look without all the extra wire. When you want to change songs or adjust volume, just look down: iPod nano is right there, always at the ready."

Hanging the iPod nano Lanyard Headphones around your neck is probably better than putting it in your pocket, and might limit scratches on the music player, but you should still consider other accessories like skins, cases, and covers for protection as well.

iTrip for iPod nano

Griffin Technology has announced the iTrip for iPod nano. The new FM tuner device uses the iPod’s high resolution LCD for the display of FM frequency information. The “sled” design lets you slide your iPod nano into the iTrip. The iTrip for iPod nano has Griffin’s SmartSound technology built-in which automatically adjusts the volume of the iPod over the iTrip for optimal listening.

New iPod

Apple announced its new Ipod that can play video, music, podcasts, and audio books! This video ipod looks sweet, and is a great addition to the Apple's family of ipod players. I can imagine watching some good video content, or video podcasts on this, as long as the sound is high quality as well.

The new iPod video features a sharp 320 x240 resolution 2.5-inch TFT screen, holds up to 15,000 songs, 25,000 photos or over 150 hours of videos and is available in a 30GB model for $299 and a 60GB model for $399.

video ipod details

Apple iPod nano Lanyard Headphones Review

iLounge has a review of the $39 Apple Lanyard Headphones for iPod nano, and though they found the headphones and "rope" design functional, they were not happy with the price tag. iLounge has some good photos of the Lanyard Headphones connected to the iPod nano as well.

Pros: A simple combination of standard Apple iPod earbuds with a white fabric lanyard necklace and a chrome attachment for the iPod nano. Easy to adjust, minimalist design will likely match all users’ fashion needs.

Cons: Surprisingly high price, even by Apple and standard iPod accessory standards. Nothing special about either the earphones or the lanyard.

read Apple Lanyard Headphones for iPod nano review

iWood Nano

The iPod nano accessories keep rolling in, and this time it's the unique iWood Nano, a luxury-line wooden case made just for the iPod nano. You can choose from five different wood grains; maple, mahogany, pear, wenge, and walnut. I really like the way this looks, but I've been hearing that the wood might scratch the iPod nano which defeats the purpose of having the case. We'll have to look for some first-hand reviews of the iWood Nano to see what the verdict is.

via | Gizmodo

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Iconz Cases for iPod nano

XtremeMac designs, makers of accessories for Apple Computer’s iPods specializes in delivering products that shield iPod nano from scratches. The new Iconz for iPod nano cases combine cool artwork with complete protection for the iPod nano. Part of an exclusive collector's series, these pop culture icons cover the entire face of the iPod nano. Iconz for Apple iPod nano offer play-through control for the Click Wheel and a built-in screen protection. As you can see, Iconz for ipodnano skins come in a variety of officially-licensed designs. 

Price: $24.99 USD
more | XtremeMac

Review of iPod nano - BusinessWeek

Respected business news outfit BusinessWeek has a review of iPod nano on Business Week Online. In fact they give the Apple ipod nano music player 4 out of 5 stars in the ipod nano review. All together, this is a well done article that might convince you, or not, to buy an iPod Nano.

The Good: Loads of music in a small package, bright color screen
The Bad: Screen prone to scratches, oddly placed headphone jack
The Bottom Line: Excellent new iPod, so light that you hardly know it's there

read BusinessWeek's ipod nano review

Madonna Ipod nano from Apple

There's talk going around that Apple will be introducing a new special pink-colored Madonna iPod nano player next week.  Madonna made a video appearance at the Motorola ROKR E1 itunes music phone and  iPod nano release announcement with Steve Jobs recently, so a Madonna iPod nano branded mp3 music player is possible. We'll let you know when it's a done deal.

via | Engadget

FlexiSkin with Armband for iPod nano

The BoxWave FlexiSkin with Armband for iPod nano is a new soft case that lets you customize the color of your iPod nano.  There's a choice of six colors: Cosmo Pink, Frosted Clear, Mint Green, Sherbet Orange, Smoke Grey, and Super Blue.  Also included is an adjustable, elastic armband with Velcro strip. FlexiSkin gives you complete usability of your iPod nano while the skins protect the ipod nano from scratches, scrapes and damage.  It's durable, soft to the touch, and can stretch and flex to help cushion your iPod nano from bumps and hard knocks.

Another example of a company having your ipod nano covered and protected with style.

more | BoxWave Flexskin

TUNETAG Case for iPod nano

Tunewear introduces yet another case for iPod nano. TUNETAG is a luggage-tag style genuine leather made from smooth ultra high quality genuine nappa leather. The case features a transparent vinyl sheet which covers and protects both the iPod screen and click wheel from dirt and scratching, giving the face of the iPod nano complete protection from outside elements, yet still allows for perfect control of the click wheel and full view of the screen. TUNETAG also has a luggage-tag style belt strap which can be used to attach your iPod nano to the handle of your luggage, purse strap, belt loop or more.

Tunetag cases price $29.99