Philips has unveiled a new iPod-compatible, under-cabinet multimedia player. Dubbed as the Philips DCD778 Docking Entertainment System, it features an 8.5-inch widescreen LCD display and can play audio and video from an iPod, DVD, (S)VCD, MP3-CD, CD(RW) and Picture CD.
The system also provides a built-in ATSC/NTSC TV tuner, digital AM/FM tuner, two 2-inch speakers, cooking timer and clock, and wireless remote. The Philips DCD778 is compatible with the fourth and fifth generation iPods, the iPod mini, and iPod nano. It will be available next week for around...
Griffin Technology announced the availability of the TuneFlex AUX, an updated version of its flexible charging cradle with line-out audio. The device features an audio cable for automobiles with direct line-in ports. It plugs into a car’s cigarette lighter outlet to power and charge your Apple iPod while holding it at a convenient position. Available in two versions (the TuneFlex AUX for full-size iPods and the TuneFlex AUX for the second-generation iPod nano), both priced at $50.
iStyles has rolled out the Apple iPod Video Privacy Screen Protector, which is an innovative new screen protector for the iPod 5G that not only protects your screen from the scratches, but also protects your privacy by preventing your neighbors from seeing what you have on your screen. It is now available at Styles for $9.99.
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Although announced earlier this month, we’ve garnered more complete details of the Garmin-ASUS nuvifone G60. The linux-powered smartphone offers a large, 3.55-inch WQVGA touchscreen display to show off its advanced navigation services. Its easy navigated, touch-based operating system offers a simplistic way to make calls, perform local searches, and find locations using the phone’s GPS chipset.
Speck Products has released the SeeThru Lucid case for Apple’s second-generation iPod nano. It is a clear and hard shell case that features a 1-piece design, rubberized seal, a removable belt clip, and access to all controls and ports. Priced at only $24.95, the SeeThru Lucid is currently available in clear or smoke.
The Griffin Reflect is a standard polycarbonate shell which features the mirrored-chrome finish that manages to hide the screen when the backlight is off. The Reflect also has a matte black rubberized finish that serves as a nice contrast to the chrome on the front and provides a bit of extra grip. The Griffin Reflect is available for an iPod Video or iPod Nano for $24.99 each.
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Apple has confirmed that the first shipments of Apple TV to the company’s retail stores have been pushed back to the beginning of March. Apple has been accepting pre-orders for the device since last month’s Macworld Expo. Steve Jobs, Apple CEO, unveiled the Apple TV under the code name iTV in September last year. The Apple TV has a built-in 40GB drive that can store up to 50 hours of video.
The Logic3 iStation Traveller is a portable speaker system for the iPod that consists of foldable speakers, a slip case, and four AAA batteries. The device connects to iPods via the dock connector or a 3.5mm stereo line-in cable. Available in six colors, Logic3’s iStation is now on sale for just $35.

