Belkin F8Z109 TuneStudio

The TuneStudio is compact and rugged, making it ideal for bands on tour, as it can withstand life on the road. Jam sessions can be recorded easily by simply attaching instruments and microphones to the TuneStudio. Podcasters can use the TuneStudio to record their shows either in studio or on location.

Belkin F8Z109 TuneStudio

<-125x125 Button - left->Belkin’s TuneStudio for iPod is the first 4-channel audio mixer that lets you create high-quality digital recordings directly onto your iPod. This mixer allows the input of up to four different instruments or audio sources, and records the audio onto your iPod for instant playback.

TuneStudio is compact, portable, and tough enough to withstand life in on the road. Bands can easily attach instruments and microphones to TuneStudio and record jam sessions directly onto an iPod. Podcasters can also use this device to record their shows either in a studio or on location.

The TuneStudio is currently compatible with:

- iPod classic (6th generation–80 GB and 160 GB);
- iPod nano (3rd generation–4 GB and 8 GB; 2nd generation–2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB); and
- iPod video (5th generation–30 GB, 60 GB, and 80 GB).

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Is iPod Nature Friend?

Many of us maybe asked if iPod is a Nature friend or not. One thing that make iPod green is that with over 70 million iPods playing downloaded digital tunes, you remove a significant number of CD’s out of production.
Another consideration is that the iPod batteries seem difficult and expensive to replace. When it is replaced, the work is either done by professionals who know to recycle it, or by tech savvy consumers. A replacement iPod battery costs from $8.50 to $23.99, and full replacement service by Apple can cost as much as $65.00, including postage.

Some iPod critics tell that many products are returned to Apple for recycling wind up in deadly overseas store recyclers or even are recycled by prison labor.
Apple has expanded its computer recycling program and announced that the 5th generation iPod, iPod nano and iPod shuffle are 100% compliant with the restrictions of hazardous substances (RoHS) in California and in Europe.
So, after reading this article, what do you think:

Is Apple green enough?

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The Spi Dog

The Spi-Dog is an amazing gadget made by the talented Mr Jobs. The Spi-Dog jigs along to the music to keep time, frantically keeping up with the latest technology tunes and rocking on down to more classic guitar-based riffs. Spi-Dog will happily sample the ambient music drifting through the atmosphere in your house or office, and respond accordingly.

Features:

* Animated body responds to music
* Built-in speaker
* Includes dual audio connector cable
* Does not download, record or store music

Specification:

* Dimensions: Height: 10.0cm Width: 9.0cm Depth: 10.0cm
* Weight: 0.2Kg
* Batteries: Energizer Ultraplus – AA Battery

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Light Cast

If you want to create a nerve-stimulating effect of the aurora Borealis on your ceiling or to feel much younger, just use this light cast. This is a kaleidoscopic box of tricks ready to create the disco lights in your room. A box able to deliver an interactive music-synchronized light show it can be perfect for a cool and relaxing day.

The real performance lies in the cluster of 33 color LEDs beneath the center of a full-blown projection lens and mirror combo, while the ‘Smartbeat’ technology synchs with any music source you choose to input – from Wagner to Westlife, whatever do you want to try.

Light Cast Features:

* Four different display modes
* Easy connection to MP3 players and other music sources via lineout, headphone socket or phono
* Includes remote control, AC adapter, audio input cable, instructions

Light Cast Specification:

* Dimensions: Height: 9.0cm Width: 18.0cm Depth: 18.0cm
* Weight: 1.5Kg
* Batteries: Energizer Ultraplus – AAA Battery (4 Pack)

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