Is the iPhone just for devoted Apple fans?

We received a review on the iPhone from a customer, one that had previously only owned Nokias - and thought that the iPhone might be all hype… According to her, apparently not.

We have posted the full review (and where to find others) here: Review iPhone 3G 16Gb

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“Reviews for the current MP3 players”

PC World have reviewed the top ten flash-based MP3 players - and given their ratings between 0 to 100.

As we know, technology changes very quickly and lists such as these are always being superceded. However if you’re about to buy a new iPod or MP3 player, why not see which ones they think are the best - based on features, design, performance and price.

Overview of the PC World rankings:

• Currently heading the list is the 32GB Creative Zen, with a rating of 83 (very good)!
• Apple fans can be appeased with third and fourth spots for the 3G iPod nano and iPod touch;
• Whilst not to be forgotten is Sansa, with three different Sandisk MP3s being listed in the Top 10.

“How do you rate these MP3 players?”

Do you think these MP3 players stand up to the testing and reviews? Do you already own one? Which do you think is actually the best? Let us know.

“Where else to find reviews for MP3 players”

• PC World Top 5 hard drive MP3s
• CNET MP3 player reviews
• iPod touch review

“Where to find protective cases”

• Ultimate protection for 6G iPod classic
• Covers and silicone skins for iPods and MP3s
• MP3 Covers and accessories

Happy reviewing and browsing!

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One Week to wait for Byron Blues…

Whether you call it the “Bluesfest Byron Bay” or “East Coast Blues and Roots” doesn’t really matter. Now 19 years on, it is known as one of the world’s best Blues and Roots Music Festivals. And for good reason!

There’s always an amazing line-up of international and local artists, phenomenal music and a gentle caring atmosphere in the crowd.

If, like us, you’re unable to get there this year; or even if you just want a sneak preview of what you’re in for - check out this video preview from the BluesFest website:

Bluesfest Special Preview

The crowd participation certainly sums up the vibe.

Send us your Reviews

If you’re going along to either East Coast or the West Coast and feel like contacting us with a review afterwards, please - go right ahead!

Where to get the BluesFest artists latest albums

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Forget DRM; forget incompatible file formats and forget iTunes downloads only working on iPods

You may have seen my previous post about the doubleTwist software, that lets you share your music, videos and other files with your friends and via Facebook using an application they have..?

Well, check out the excellent and indepth review over at Timesonline UK - complete with pro’s and con’s. I clearly couldn’t have said it better myself!

Read review: Facebook with a twist

It’s sleek, it’s sexy!

Guess it depends on what you’re after though. With rumours that the Apple iPhone will be launched in Australia this year, your main decision is “Do I need a new phone and an iPod - or would I prefer that the two aren’t combined?”

Even - “do we wait until the 2nd generation?”.

Features:

• Multi-touch interface
• Compatible file formats: AAC, MP3, MPEG-4, JPEG
• Large screen
• Accelerometer (detects change from portrait to landscape)
• Wi-Fi connectivity
• Safari web browser
• Inbuilt YouTube
• Cover Flow (as with new iPod classic and nano)
• Other apps: Contacts, Calculator, new applications available (Mail, Weather, Maps, and more)

Pro’s: Pencil thin, very aesthetically pleasing, reasonable battery life, easy menu navigation, good screen size for video playback, headphone jack accessible without adaptor (for non-Apple headphones).

Con’s: Not huge storage space for video files, wireless iTunes only for songs at this stage, new applications come with price tag attached, data entry difficult without stylus, no physical volume buttons (on screen adjustments), price.

Where to find reviews on the iPod touch?

Online industry reviews:

• zdnet.com.au
• cnet.com.au
• smarthouse.com.au
• pcmag.com

We’ve got you covered

Of course, for those of us who were too excited to wait, we need to make sure our investment lasts. As with any sizable gadget investment, the most important thing is protection.

If you want ultimate protection whilst keeping the sleek black design, then the velvety-soft 4Mac silicone skin (only $24.95) is perfect for your iPod touch. Don’t like smudges on your iPod touch screen? Don’t worry, it comes with a screen protector!

READ MORE AND ORDER NOW

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