0 How to transfer or copy iTunes purchases from iPod or iPhone to computer

You purchased items from the iTunes Store and for some reason you lost all your songs and other contents library that were on your computer. And now the only place you have them stored is on your iPod or iPhone. Worry not! With iTunes 7 or later you can easily transfer all the songs from your iPod or iPhone to any computer that is authorized for your iTunes Store account. Here is a step by step instructions on how to do this.
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The first thing before transferring your iPod or iPhone contents to the computer is to authorize your computer. This needs to be done even before connecting your iPod or iPhone to the computer.

1. Open iTunes and from the Store menu chose "Authorize Computer".
2. A dialog box will appear in which the Apple ID button is select by default. If you have an AOL account select AOL.
3. Enter your Apple ID or AOL screen name and password, then click the Authorize button.

NOTE: If you purchased from the iTunes Store using multiple accounts then you will need to authorize the computer for each one.

Now foolow these steps to transfer iTunes Store purchases from your iPod or iPhone to a computer:

1. First connect your iPod or iPhone to the computer.
2. If your iPod is synced with another iTunes library, the following dialog may appear.
   
   
   
3. Click the Transfer Purchases button. iTunes will begin copying any purchases made with any account that the computer is authorized for.
4. If you are not prompted by the dialog above, it could be that the option "Do not ask me again" was previously selected. Then you can do one of the following:
• After connecting your iPod or iPhone to the computer and its icon appears in iTunes, you can choose Transfer Purchases from iPod from the File menu.
  
  
  
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• You can right-click (Windows or Mac) or Control-click (Mac only) your iPod in the iTunes Source list, then choose Transfer Purchases from the shortcut menu that appears.
  
  

Note that these steps will only help you restore content that you purchased from the iTunes store. Any items imported from audio CDs or acquired from other sources will not copy from your iPod or iPhone to the iTunes library.

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0 Michael Jackson death triggers record Songs sale on iTunes

Following Michael Jackson's unfortunate sudden death at the age of 50 on Thursday, Apple has inadvertently found itself profiting from this through the iTunes Store. It is being reported that a staggering nine out of ten top albums came from the 'King of Pop'.

Also six out of the top ten songs being purchased on the US store belonged to the legendary singer. About 19 of the top 25 music videos were either for Jackson specifically or else one of his collaborative projects, such as the "We Are the World" charity song.

No previous artist, living or dead, has achieved that level of popularity on the music service since it opened in 2003.

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0 Sirius XM radio app released for iPod Touch minus Howard Stern

A new Sirius XM Premium Online application for the iPhone and iPod touch has been released by Sirius XM. The internet radio application is available for free from the App Store but you will need to subscribe to access the content. As a subscriber you will able to enjoy access to 120 online channels of programming, including music, sports, talk, news, entertainment, and comedy.

The app offers the ability to immediately purchase songs heard within the app from the iTunes Store, or tag them for later purchasing, the ability to save favorite channels, and the ability to see what others around you are listening to with a feature called LookAround.

Notably, the app lacks Sirius XM’s immensely popular Howard Stern channels, which has angered early reviewers.

Detail: Sirius XM radio app released for iPod Touch minus Howard Stern

0 iPhone and iPod Touch Wi-Fi usage grows

Boingo Mobile, provider of Wi-Fi networks to mobile handsets with over 100,000 Wi-Fi hotspots worldwide, has shared some interesting statistics about the iPhone and iPod Touch Wi-Fi usage. Boingo says that there is heavy access from iPhones and iPod touches with the combination representing nearly a quarter of all access, at 23 percent. The figure puts Apple handhelds ahead of both Mac- and Windows Vista-based computers, and second only to Windows XP systems.

Between May 2008 and May 2009, unique iPhone visitors rose 380 percent, landing the iPhone in first place in terms of fastest growth -- Nokia's E-series smartphones ranked second, at 372 percent. Present usage numbers see iPhones and Touches accessing the Boingo network for an average of 292 minutes per month, up 28 percent since January. Boingo charges only $7.95 USD for Unlimited Wi-Fi Access in more than 70 countries around the world.

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0 Speck CandyShell iPod Touch Cases (2G)

Speck has released iPod Touch version of its very popular and award-winning case called the CandyShell. The hybrid case features a one-piece design with a soft rubber interior and hard outer shell in contrasting colors. Available in two colors, Lemon Drop Liquorice (high-gloss black shell with bright yellow interior) and Cranberry White Truffle (high-gloss white shell with cranberry red interior), these ipod touch cases can be purchased at Apple stores, Amazon and speckproducts.com.
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“We introduced CandyShell for the iPhone 3G earlier this year and it quickly became one of our top selling cases,” said Irene Baran, CEO of Speck. “We’re proud to say Apple enthusiasts are loving the case’s great looks, vivid colors and the seamless combination of a sleek outer hard shell with a shock-absorbing rubberized interior.”

The flexibility and protection of a soft rubberized case has been combined with the durability and scratch protection of a sleek hard shell in a seamless single-piece design. CandyShell's soft, colorful rubberized interior keeps your iPod touch insulated from life's bumps and knocks, while the shiny outer hard shell protects it from scratches and lets you slip it in and out of pockets easily.

These iPod touch cases provide protection for the sleep/wake and volume buttons, and open access to all other ports and controls. Available in two colors, Speck’s CandyShell iPod touch cases for 2G sell for $34.95. At Amazon the CandyShell sells for only $20.30. Check out the latest price by moving over the link.

Features:
-Lightweight, flexible one-piece design combines the insulation of a skin with the durability and sleekness of a hard shell
-Glossy outer hard shell slips in and out of pockets easily and protects from scratches
-Colorful, contrasting rubberized interior offers extra shock absorption from drops
-Includes cleaning cloth and removable screen protector film for extra scratch resistance
-Openings to all ipod touch ports & controls
-Available in two deliciously sweet and savory color combinations

Detail: Speck CandyShell iPod Touch Cases (2G)

0 The Sims 3 iPhone and iPod Touch Game from Electronic Arts (EA)

The much anticipated and popular life simulation game 'The SIMS 3' for iPod touch and iPhone has been released by Electronic Arts (EA). You can play with your Sim using touch and accelerometer controls while exploring stunning 3D open-world environments. You can also customize your Sim with personality traits and physical characteristics, as you decide whether to fulfill their destiny or not.
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You can do good or do mischief. You can Fall in love or watch them get dumped. Pick a fight or make a friend. Good or bad, enjoy the ride with The Sims as they experience everything "real" life has to offer. ANYTHING'S POSSIBLE!

CREATE A SIM
First, choose a personality for your Sim like Neurotic, Funny, Shy or Bored. Then, make your Sim come to life with physical characteristics like bouncy blonde hair or a Mohawk, bright baby blues or big brown eyes. Wrap it all up with customized clothing and accessories for guaranteed Sim-appeal!

EXPLORE NEW LOCATIONS
Travel through The Sims neighborhood, updated exclusively for your iPhone and iPod touch. Lose yourself in the amazing world of The Sims, explore the town around you and discover what kind of Sim they will be.

KEEP 'EM SATISFIED
Keep your Sim happy by fulfilling its basic needs like eating, bathing, sleeping, and bathroom breaks. When your Sim is a happy camper, you can tap into even more activities to keep it [and you!] entertained for hours.

DREAM BIG
Unlock 73 goals 8 wishes for your Sim as you to help it self-actualize with activities like socializing with other Sims, making home repairs, gardening and cooking. And for the more 'eccentric' Sim, go ahead and encourage it to talk to trees and kick over garbage cans. It's hilarious-and it's one of their goals!

LONG LIVE THE SIMS
The circle of life is infinite in The Sims 3, so savor endless hours of entertainment anytime and anywhere!

The Sims 3 is available now from the App Store and sells for $9.99.

Detail: The Sims 3 iPhone and iPod Touch Game from Electronic Arts (EA)

0 Apple releases iTunes 8.2 with iPhone 3.0 support

Apple on Monday has released iTunes version 8.2. What is interesting about this release it that this iTunes version supports iPhone or iPod touch handhelds loaded with iPhone 3.0 Software Update. The iPhone OS version 3.0 is expected to release in the coming weeks. There is also the maintenance update for QuickTime 7.6 to go along with the iTunes.

iTunes 8.2 is available for download from Apple site or via Software Update. This new version of iTunes also includes several accessibility improvements and bug fixes, according to a brief set of release notes.

If you recall registered iPhone developers already have had access to iTunes 8.2 since late April when Apple released a new beta of iPhone Software 3.0 that was incompatible with the then current iTunes 8.1 release.

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