Roll-up mousepad sports USB hub, speakers
Gadget4All is offering a roll-up mousepad that has an integrated speaker and USB hub. The device has four USB 1.1 ports and a 3.5mm stereo jack that allows users to connect compatible MP3 players and iPods via their headphone connection. An on-off button and volume knob gives users basic control of the device....
published on Thursday, the 20. November 2008, macintosh-news-network
Make iTunes play louder...
Given the title, you might think that this either isn't a hint, or it's a "give-me-a-break-mike" hint at that. But hang with me.I've always been frustrated that my wife's iBook way outshined my MacBook when I played iTunes -- even with iTunes and internal volumes set to max. Then Leopard comes, and I did a Quick Look on a music file in the Finder (select the file and hit the Space Bar). I noticed that the Finder played the song much louder than did iTunes.Eventually, I figured out that if in iTunes you enable the equalizer (Window » Equalizer then click the On button), and set the Preamp to its max, the volume now matches the volume of Quick Look in the Finder, less any adjusting on the equalizer. I already had the equalizer on, but the Preamp was set to 0.
published on Tuesday, the 4. November 2008, macosxhints
Quick Tip: Increase/Decrease Your Mac?s Volume With More Precision
Sometimes you need more precise adjustments to your Mac’s volume. The volume up/down buttons on the mac have 16 settings, but if you’re in a quiet room sometimes even the first full setting is too loud. I often listen to music in the office, but need to hear if someone says something to me. It’s just [...]
published on Monday, the 3. November 2008, apple-blog
Marware readies Eco-Vue, Game Grip cases
Marware has announced two new cases, the Eco-Vue for iPod touch 2G, and the Game Grip for both the Touch and the iPhone. The Eco-Vue is a new case made from cornstarch polymers and lined with recycled polyester, providing a leather look and feel. It is designed to protect corners, edges and surfaces, while also providing port and volume button access. Bundled in the package is a clear screen prote...
published on Monday, the 3. November 2008, macintosh-news-network
Apps: Sound Byte, iArchiver, Jade
Sound Byte 3.7 ($39) allows users to select up to 75 recordings for a group and then assign each to a button. Clicking the button provides quick access to that sound sample, and multiple sounds can be layered. The latest improvements include: an added option to automatically display playlist windows, an option to lock settings, implementation of the arrow keys as volume controls and other various ...
published on Friday, the 31. October 2008, macintosh-news-network
ezGear introduces ezView Leather Case for iPhone 3G
ezGear has released the ezView Leather Case for the iPhone 3G. The case features a velcro band that can be used not only to seal the case shut, but to double as a support for landscape viewing. The case protects the entirety of the device, but still leaves access to all important controls, including the touchscreen, sleep/wake button and volume controls....
published on Thursday, the 9. October 2008, macintosh-news-network
VMX Office Bluetooth headset aims at workers
Sennheiser on Tuesday announced the unveiling of its newest Bluetooth headset, the VMX Office, meant for workers. The folding headset has one button for volume control, answering and ending calls and switching between connected devices. Users have the option of connecting to landlines thanks to an included base station or wirelessly to any Bluetooth profile 1.0- through 2.0-compatible device....
published on Tuesday, the 16. September 2008, macintosh-news-network
iPod Touch Gets an External Microphone?
Apple introduced the new iPod Touch yesterday which contained a couple of minor hardware tweaks over the previous model. Most notably, this included a built-in speaker and volume control buttons which were both absent on the 1st generation iPod Tou...
published on Wednesday, the 10. September 2008, macrumors
Apple's second-gen iPod touch features contoured metal design
At its "Let's Rock" even on Tuesday, Apple introduced the second generation iPod touch featuring a thin contoured metal design, integrated volume control buttons, a built-in speaker for casual listening, and more. The new iPod touch is smaller an...
published on Tuesday, the 9. September 2008, appleinsider
Second-gen iPod touch brings new shape, Nike+
Apple has confirmed rumors by revealing the existence of a second-generation iPod touch, bringing with it several enhancements. Central is a revised casing, which uses a contoured profile similar in shape to the iPhone 3G, but with stainless steel replacing plastic. Other similarities with the iPhone include new volume buttons, allowing blind adjustment, and a speaker, from which owners can hear...
published on Tuesday, the 9. September 2008, macintosh-news-network