Tags: ipod, tips

BYO in-flight movies?

Airlines should scrap "obsolete" in-flight entertainment, says air-tech guru.

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.

Dexim AV Dock Station

It's not exactly cheap, but if you've still got a CRT television lurking around the house, the AV Dock is a decent way to view video podcasts and such like.
Metal Gear Solid Touch

Finicky controls and no real game to speak of make this Metal Gear game less than solid.
Apple iPod Shuffle (3rd generation)

The Apple iPod Shuffle (3rd generation) is not bad as a budget player, but it has too many limitations for us to recommend it.
TEAC iTB1000 iPod dock

The TEAC iTB1000 sits at the top of the "party" dock food chain with no known predators, but other devices give better bang for buck.
Harman Kardon AVR 355

Tailored towards the casual listener rather than Harman Kardon's usual hi-fi customers, the AVR 355 is solid, with great features, but somehow lacking.
JBL On Stage 400iD

JBL's iPod dock supports all iPod models, comes with an infrared remote, and charges the iPod while docked.
Richard Solo 1800

It's not exactly what we want in a backup battery for the iPhone, but it's the best of the bunch we've seen so far.
3GJuice

3GJuice will recharge your iPhone/iPod and its design shouldn't offend too many hardcore Apple aficionados.

Budget shopping tips: Printers

Shopping for a budget printer doesn't have to be an exercise in anger management and self-abasement. Contrary to the stigma, many printers can produce great-quality photos and documents without breaking the bank or eating up expensive consumables.
Australian music download services compared

If you're keen to boost your music collection without stepping away from the glow of your monitor, our quick guide to Australian download services will give you all the info you need.
MP3s for Mother's Day

Forget sneaking around in the kitchen in the early hours of Mother's Day trying to throw together a continental brunch for your dear mum. Wake her up with the sound of her favourite music, as heard via a new MP3 player, headphones or sound system.
BMW iDrive: A guide and review

An in-depth overview of BMW's second-generation iDrive system, which allows you to control the car's entertainment, sat nav and telephone systems, amongst other things.

Pocket God: Tribal torment for iPhone

While we may never go as far as Dr Frankenstein, the lure of controlling life is a strong one for many people. Here to help you with your deific fantasies are Pocket God and Galcon for the iPhone and iPod Touch.
Will your next camera be an iPod?

If you're to believe the rumours, there's a good chance that the next generation of iPods will be outfitted with basic cameras.
Apple warns of static shock from iPhone, iPod

The company says users may experience a "small and quick" shock via their ear buds due to a build-up of static electricity.
Apple store: Victoria gets another

Melbourne gets its second Apple retail store, this time at Doncaster Westfield.

Advanced iTunes: Get more from the software

Here's a collection of four tips for getting more out of the software — using multiple libraries on a single machine, the best uses for Smart Playlists, getting true CD-quality rips from your CD, and tips for getting perfect album art.
Should I buy a smartphone?

Smartphones offer the functions of a mobile phone and a PDA in one device, but they are not for everyone. Here's what you need to know before buying one.
How to use Spoken Menus on your 4G iPod Nano

We go step-by-step through the process of activating the latest iPod Nano's spoken menus and tweaking them to your taste.
How to convert video for the iPod

Got a bunch of video you want to put on your iPod? Here's how to get it into the right format for watching on the go.

4Media iPod to PC Transfer

Transfer audio and video files between your iPod and computer.
HNHSoft Japan2Go Talking Phrase Book

Refer to Japanese frequently used words and phrases with voice while traveling in Japan.
iPod to Computer Transfer

Copy iPod music, video, and playlist back to your PC.
iCloner

Create full iPod backups and restore them to your iPod at any time.