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Apple releases version 1.0.1 firmware update for seventh-generation iPod nano

You’ve had your spiffy new seventh-generation iPod nano for a day or two. Now let’s update that sucker. Per iLounge, Apple released version 1.0.1 of the new iPod nano’s software. The new software only mentions “Support for iPod nano (7th generation)” in its release notes, offering little information as to what issues, if any, are […]

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Hardware iPod Touch News

iFixit completes, posts full teardown report of fifth-generation iPod touch

The fifth-generation iPod touch is now available and shipping. And, that being said, it’s time to dissect the new media player to see what makes it tick. Per the super cool cats at iFixit that posted their most recent teardown, the disassembly also found that the volume buttons, microphone, LED flash and power button are […]

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Earbuds for 2012 iPod touch, iPod nano arrive sans remote control, built-in mic

If you were irked that your previous iPod touch or iPod nano’s headphones lacked a remote and mic, this probably won’t help your mood. Per the Macotakara iPod touch and iPod nano entries, Apple’s newly released fifth-generation iPod touch and seventh-generation iPod nano ship with a special set of headphones that lack integrated controls and […]

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Apple begins shipping 2012 iPod touch, iPod nano units

If you ordered a fifth-generation iPod touch or a seventh-generation iPod nano, you should be getting it soon. Per AppleInsider, customers on Tuesday began receiving word that their order for the new fifth-generation iPod touch and seventh-generation iPod nano has shipped and should arrive in the next week. Readers who received shipping notifications shared with […]

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Hardware News Patents

Apple exploring wireless headphone technology for “active” users

The wireless headphones you’ve been dreaming of…they could be en route. And if wireless headphones are the biggest concern in your life, that’s saying something. Per the United States Patent and Trademark Office, a patent application published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Thursday reveals Apple is investigating a unique set of headphones, […]