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June 03, 2008

Apple 2008 Back to School promo: buy a Mac get a free iPod touch - save up to $529

Apple has announced the 2008 Back-To-School promotion. Qualified students, faculty, and staff can get a free iPod touch or iPod nano when they purchase a new MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac (17" model excluded) or Mac Pro.

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May 02, 2008

Apple now worth $158.66 Billion - 4 times as much as Dell

Take that Michael Dell.  Following the close of the US Stock Market on Thursday May 1, 2008 the market cap of Apple is now four times that of Dell.  Apple is worth $158.66 billion vs Dell's measly $38.97 billion.

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April 25, 2008

AT&T and Starbucks Begin Nationwide Wi-Fi Rollout - Apple to benefit

Expect to see more iPhone and iPod users at your local Starbucks in the very near future.  AT&T Inc. and Starbucks today announced the beginning of the rollout of AT&T Wi-Fi(SM) service at company-operated Starbucks stores, kicking off a nationwide effort that will continue through 2008.

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February 05, 2008

Apple releases 16GB iPhone and 32GB iPod Touch

On Tuesday February 5, 2008 Apple introduced higher capacity iPhone and iPod touch models that double the storage space of the prior high-end models.  The new 16GB iPhone and 32GB iPod touch are now available for purchase from the Apple Store.

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October 17, 2007

Apple announces upcoming SDK for iPhone and iPod Touch

Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs has posted an open letter on Apple's Hot News page indicating that Apple will be releasing a 3rd party Software Development Kit (SDK) for iPhone and iPod Touch third party applications.  The SDK is scheduled to be released in February 2008.

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September 05, 2007

Apple: new iPods announced on September 5, 2007 are NOT eligible for the Back to School promotion

We reported yesterday that if Apple was to unveil new iPods today that they would not be eligible for the 2007 Back To School Promotion.  Apple has updated the FAQ page for the program with the following statements:

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Apple OVERHAULS ENTIRE iPod line - new iPod touch - new iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store - iPhone Ringtones - iPhone price slash

At a special event at San Francisco's Moscone West called "The Beat Goes On", Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs unveiled revamped iPods with new features, colors, software, and a new version of iTunes that brings ringtone capability to the iPhone.  Overall the event marked the next stage in Apple's Digital lifestyle strategy and product roadmap.  The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the new iPod Touch, Apple's first touch screen iPod and a Wi-Fi version of the iTunes store specifically for the iPod Touch and iPhone.

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September 04, 2007

New iPods tomorrow? - not eligible under the 2007 Back To School Promotion

Ok so you're a student thinking about buying a Mac and want a free iPod (nano or up to $199 back towards another model) thanks to the 2007 Back To School Promotion.  You're also paying attention to the buzz about potential iPod updates tomorrow.  According to the Terms and Conditions of the rebate form, only existing iPods will be eligible for the rebate, new models won't be offered for the promotion.

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June 05, 2007

The 2007 Apple Back To School Promotion - Get a Free iPod when you buy a Mac

Apple has announced the 2007 s Back-To-School promotion. Qualified students who buy an iPod at the same time they purchase either a MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac, or Mac Pro can get up to a $199 rebate.  The promotion runs through September 16, 2007.  This is a great deal for students because they can get the rebate on top of the education discount.  It's a great way to save.

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November 03, 2006

Apple Releases 8GB iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition

Just three weeks after releasing the 4GB iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition, Apple Computer expanded the (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition iPod line by adding an 8GB version priced at $249.

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iTunes Victim: MSN Music Halts Sales of Music Downloads

Just over two years after launching the MSN Music Store in September 2004, Microsoft will stop selling downloads from the site.  Chalk up another victim to Apple's market leading iTunes Store.

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November 01, 2006

Apple Adds iTunes Latino and Shows From Telemundo and Mun2

On Wednesday November 1, 2006, Apple Computer unveiled today launched iTunes Latino, an area within the US iTunes Store dedicated towards Latin music, music videos, TV shows, audiobooks, and podcasts.

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October 13, 2006

Apple Releases iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition

On Friday October 13, 2006, Apple Computer announced a new addition to iPod nano line, the iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition.  This new model is available worldwide and has a storage capacity of 4GB.

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September 12, 2006

Apple Revamps iPod Line - iTunes 7 - Movies Added - Announces Future Set Top Box

At its special media event on Tuesday September 12, 2006 termed "It's Showtime", Apple Computer's CEO Steve Jobs unveiled revamped iPods with new features and software, a new version of iTunes that lets users purchase music, music videos, television shows and at last, movies.  The company also announced that it will be releasing a Mac mini like set top box codenamed "iTV" that is slated for release in the first quarter of 2007.  The event was conducted at San Francisco's Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Theater.  The event marked the next step in Apple's Digital Lifestyle strategy and product roadmap.

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August 16, 2006

Tweeter Announces iPod Trade-In Program

Tweeter Home Entertainment Group has announced an iPod trade-in program at their retail locations.  The company will use the NextWorth “iPod Calculator” to offer customers credit towards the purchase of a new iPod or other products at Tweeter stores.

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June 29, 2006

iTunes 6.0.5 Update - Nike Content Added

Apple has released and update that upgrades iTunes to version 6.0.5.  Apple states the following:

"...allows you to sync your Nike + iPod workout data to nikeplus.com, where you can easily track your progress, set training goals, challenge others, and much more. Visit the Nike Sport Music area on the iTunes Music Store to download workout mixes, Athlete Inspiration playlists, Nike podcasts, and more.

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June 20, 2006

Apple Adds Music/Video Combos To iTunes

Apple has added a new feature to the iTunes Music Store.  A new area has been established that allows the purchase of a Music/Video combo for $2.49 US or either a song for $0.99 US or its video for $1.99 US.  When purchased as a combo, you can save $0.50.

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June 05, 2006

UK students: Apple Giving Away Free iPod Shuffles

Apple is currently running a promtion for full and part-time college/university students in the UK and in the Republic of Ireland.  Contestand must be over 16 years of age and can only enter the contest once.  From Apple's site:

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The 2006 Apple Back To School Promotion

Apple has announced this year's Back-To-School promotion. Qualified students who buy an iPod at the same time they purchase either a MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac, or PowerMac can get up to a $179 rebate.  The promotion runs through September 16, 2006.  This is a great offer to students because they can get the rebate in addition to the education discount.

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May 23, 2006

Apple and Nike Officially Announce Partnership

At a NY event attended by Apple CEO Steve Jobs and Nike CEO Mark Parker, Apple and Nike announced a product called the Nike+iPod Sport Kit.  The kit integrates an iPod nano, Nike+ shoes, a in-shoe receiver and sensor, and software that convey the following information to runners:

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May 12, 2006

Apple and Softbank to Develop iPod Cell Phone

News is just hitting the wires that Apple and Softbank will work together (or are currently working together) to develop an iPod based cell phone.

My view is that a single device that can work as both a cell phone and an iPod will drive iPod adoption because people will prefer to carry around a single device.  Greater iPod adoption will drive more sales at the iTunes Music Store and it should add more momentum to the "Halo Effect".  All in all, increased Mac adoption should result.

Check back for updates. 

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May 09, 2006

16 Fox Series Added to iTunes Music Store

Apple has added 16 series from News Corp.'s Fox television network to the iTunes Music Store, specifically content from FOX, FX, SPEED, FUEL TV and 20th Century Fox Television.

Some of the 16 series include: "24," "Prison Break", "The Shield", "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia", "Stacked", "Black White", "30 Days", "Buffy the Vampire Slayer", "Firefly", "Lost in Space", "Pinks", "Unique Whips", and "First Hand."

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April 18, 2006

The Apprentice, Alias, and Additional Disney Short Films Added to iTunes

Apple has added new video content to the iTunes music store.  New to iTunes is season five of NBC's "The Apprentice" which includes a free 42 minute recap of the current season, season four of ABC's "Alias", and additional Disney short films.

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March 22, 2006

Did Apple's Response to a French bill indirectly hint at a Movie Download Service?

Apple Computer responsed to the effort by French lawmakers aimed at forcing the company to open iPods and Tunes to work with competing digital media products.  Did Apple's statement hint at a Movie download service?

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January 05, 2006

Apple and Disney Expand iTunes Content

Apple's iTunes Music Store has more content to sell to a larger base of consumers thanks to an extended partnership with The Walt Disney Co.

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