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Download "Let's Rock" keynote video as a podcast
If waiting for a stream to buffer isn't your thing, then you can now download today's "Let's Rock" event via Apple's Keynote podcast feed.Now you can watch Steve say, "BOOM!" without stream interruptions. Be aware that this video is over 700 MB in size.Thanks to everyone who sent this in!
Apple's 'Let's Rock' event roundup
We know it's been a long day of Apple news, what with all those colorful new nanos, the thin-as-all-get-out touch, a fresh version of iTunes, and that forthcoming iPhone / touch update (and don't forget about those new shuffle colors). It's all a lot to take in, but as usual, we're presenting it to you in one delicious, easy to digest roundup. Enjoy!The liveblog:Live from Apple's 'Let's Rock' event in San FranciscoHands-on coverage:iPod nano 4G hands-oniPod touch 2G - first hands-onProduct announcements:iPod classic refreshed, only comes in 120GB flavor nowOfficial: iPod nano reaches 4G, looks tall for its ageiPod touch updated -- same screen, new case, Nike+ integrationApple introduces $79 in-ear headphonesOne more thing: New iPod shuffle colorsiTunes / iPhone / touch updates:Apple launches iTunes 8, NBC comes back, TV shows at $1.99, Genius in the houseiPhone 2.1 software update announced (update: $10 for some iPod touch owners)iPod touch 2.1 firmware update now available
Get it while you can: Apple posts "Let's Rock" keynote video
If you weren't invited to Apple's party this morning (we weren't), then you can watch the keynote video, which was just placed online. You can watch Steve say "Boom!" and more. Just don't forget to get a FiOS connection before you watch.Thanks to everyone who sent this in!
Live from Apple's 'Let's Rock' event in San Francisco
We're at Apple's Let's Rock iPod event at the Yerba Buena Center, check after the break for all our updates.
Last minute "Let's Rock" predictions and roundup
With just over thirty minutes before today's press event, we're all aflutter here at TUAW headquarters. Since we can't contain ourselves, here's a last minute pre-event post.Likely rumorsNew iPods is a given. Aside from the iPod-themed invitation, all signs are pointing to a revamped nano line, with greater storage, a new design and UI. AppleInsider is suggesting that the longer nano will be the first non-touch iPod with a motion sensor.I think we'll also see a price drop for the iPod touch. Finally, iTunes 8 will be demonstrated and released. If the rumors are to be believed, this will be a major update to iTunes, possibly with HD content. We can't wait.What we won't seeNo Macs. Believe me, I want to see the neglected MacBook Pro overhauled as much as you do, but it's not going to happen this afternoon.Despite the coincidental calendar in the MobileMe logo above, the service won't see any changes today, either. This event is about music and iPods.Of course, all will be revealed in short order, and you can watch the fun unfold with our liveblog of the event. See you then.
Apple introduces $79 in-ear headphones
In case you missed 'em among all the iPod hubbub, Apple also introduced some new in-ear headphones today, which should go some way to improving its reputation among more discerning listeners. These boast two drivers each -- a woofer and a tweeter -- and come with three earbuds to ensure a proper fit. They sure are running up against some stiff competition at the $79 mark though -- but hey, they're white.
iPod touch updated -- same screen, new case, Nike+ integration
As expected, Apple just updated the iPod touch with a new thinner stainless steel case -- it's still got the same display. There's now hardware volume controls (hooray!) and a built-in speaker, and a Nike+ receiver is also built in, so you just need the shoe transmitter. On the software side, the UI has been tweaked and the new iTunes Genius features have been added, and the App Store is now included (obviously). Battery life is decent at 36 hours of music and 6 hours of video, and Apple's doing the same "environmentally sound" design thing it did with the new nano. Three price points: 8GB for $229, 16GB for $299, and 32GB for $399. So much for that rumored price drop below the iPhone's $199 price point, but we won't complain too much about a $100 price drop.%Gallery-31553%
iPod classic refreshed, only comes in 120GB flavor now
Steve Jobs just announced that the iPod classic will only come in a single $249 120GB config from now on. Seriously, that's the only model of classic available now, storage junkies -- better snap up those outgoing 160GB models while you can.
Apple's 'Lets Rock' event is tomorrow: 10:00AM PT / 1:00PM ET
Yes, it seems like some kind of crazy dream, but Apple's big Fall event is descending upon us at a merciless speed. Join us tomorrow when we'll be liveblogging the whole thing from its destructive, brain-shattering start, straight through to the thirilling (yet inevitable) universe-collapsing finish. Will we see those heavily rumored iPod nano 4Gs? Will Apple finally release a fresh Newton? Will Steve Jobs float magically over the crowd like a figure from a Chagall? Find out tomorrow.Where you'll need to be:Live from Apple's 'Let's Rock' event in San FranciscoTime zones: 07:00AM - Hawaii10:00AM - Pacific11:00AM - Mountain12:00PM - Central01:00PM - Eastern06:00PM - London07:00PM - Paris09:00PM - Moscow02:00AM - Tokyo (September 10th)
Press event bingo on your iPhone
Are you excited for the Sept. 9 press event? Do you like to play bingo? Are you an iPhone application developer? Then this post was delivered from on high directly to your visual cortex.We've played bingo here on TUAW before. Who could forget iPhone Bingo or MWSF 2008 Bingo? Those were good times. Today, Ernst-Jan Pfauth at The Next Web wants to create a Let's Rock! bingo game, and he needs your help.Forget PDFs, he wants a full iPhone application, and has posted some possible mock-ups on his site. It would be fun to play collaboratively over Wi-Fi or even upload additional cards for future events.A web-based version is available here, but let's help Ernst-Jan realize his dream. iPhone developers -- can you give the guy a hand? And while we're at it... speaking of "limited utility..."%Poll-19272%
