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Appletell’s high-end earphone shootout
You have an iPod or iPhone, a case, a screen protector, and piles of music. So now what? What’s the next thing to accessorize your iPod with? You could buy a set of speakers, which would be a good investment, but the iPod is likely for you, so why share? Be selfish and splurge on some high end headphones, especially if the standard Apple headphones are driving you nuts. And even if they aren’t, you’d…
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Stanford offers iPhone developer course for free via iTunes U
Stanford University, which has quite the collection of free content available on iTunes U, will soon be beginning their iPhone Application Programming course. This course,…
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Appletellcast weekly Apple podcast, March 22nd 2009
This week’s biggest announcement was obviously Apple’s preview of iPhone OS 3.0, but I had quite the experience with my new iPod shuffle, Kirk has another Mac game to dust off, and we’re giving away another Podium.
iPod shuffle chip not DRM-related
The hot topic in the Apple portion of the internet this weekend has been the discovery of a chip in the iPod shuffle headphones. It seemed the intent was to lock in users even more by only allowing playback with this chip. The concern was that headphone manufacturers would need… Continue Reading »
Appletellcast weekly Apple podcast, March 15 2009
This week, it’s all about the iPod shuffle. Well, not all about the shuffle, but hey, it’s the biggest news this week. We also have a suggestion for you on an old game to pick up. Then, there’s the free stuff. We’re giving away another Podium iPhone stand, an Xbox… Continue Reading »
Apple grasps at gimmicky straws for the new iPod shuffle, improves little
The iPod shuffle update surprised everyone yesterday. It was completely unexpectedprobably because it was unneeded. What has Apple done in this “update”? Let’s take a look… Continue Reading »
CES sells out of “Mac space,” is Macworld doomed?
PCMag reported late last week that the CEA has announced they’ve sold out their section devoted to the “Mac” for CES 2010. The iLounge Pavilion, as CES is calling it, sold out in one week, so CES had to quadruple the size to accommodate the demand. And so, the PC… Continue Reading »
Appletell reviews AirDrives headphones for iPhone
Headphones are dangerous. Your ears are more delicate than you’d like to admit, and in-ear headphones aren’t doing anything to help the problem. I’m sure you’ve heard the crazy kids who think their heads are boom boxes with their headphones blaring. They’ll be getting hearing aids for their birthdays next… Continue Reading »
Appletell reviews ZAGG Audio Z.buds for iPhone
At Macworld, I got the chance to drop by ZAGG to see about their new in-ear headphones, the Z.buds. They told me that these are based on Shure headphone technology, so you know it’s going to be good. Since talking to ZAGG, I’ve been testing them out, and I’d love… Continue Reading »
Apple review - iMuffs MB210 Wireless Headphones
By and large, I don’t mind wires. I’d rather deal with wires than batteries, I suppose. Wires are free. And better for the environment. And more useful should I find myself in a MacGyveresque predicament…which has never happened, and which I wouldn’t recognize if it did because I’ve never actually… Continue Reading »
iPod earbuds with mic and remote available
Apple has made their in-ear headphones, with mic and remote, available on the Apple Store for $79. The ‘phones feature three sizes of silicone plugs and a woofer and tweeter in each bud in order to give you something about sound which the weird guy who’s house they’re having the… Continue Reading »
Unique gift ideas for music loving Mac/PC, iPod and iPhone users
Okay, so Black Friday is just a couple days way, officially kicking off the holiday shopping season, and you have no idea what to get your music loving family member/friend? First of all, don’t panic. With the sorry state of the economy and the multitude of online stores and retail… Continue Reading »
iPod nanos updated to support new in-ear headphones
Apple has released an update for the new “nano-chromatic” 4th Generation iPod nano. The update includes a number of bug fixes and enables support for the new in-ear headphones, and the new earphones with mic and remote. The update also adds a menu item allowing you to disable Cover Flow… Continue Reading »
Apple WWDC 2009
WWDC is arguably now the largest Apple event of the year, where Apple will be unveiling more details on iPhone 3.0 and "Snow Leopard," but what else? A new iPhone? An Apple Netbook? Stick with Appletell for complete coverage and in depth looks at the new technologies as they're announced.
Our new podcast: Meet...
We know. Podcasts are so last year - but this one you won't want to miss. Whether it’s a rumor that won’t die, a new product announcement, or just a really good Macintosh or iPhone app find that we have to let you know about, we’ll make sure it’s covered on Appletellcast.
iPhone App Reviews
iPhone Apps. They were great when the App Store was first announced and we could all pick and chose what we wanted, but the number is now overwhelming. Here at Appletell, we'll detail the great iPhone apps we find, and steer you clear from those that aren't worth it even if they're free.
iPhone Game Reviews
As Apple turns the iPhone into one of the most popular gaming devices, the staff of Appletell--gamers and Apple fans alike--are here to help you get the most entertainment value out of your app store purchases.








