Apple Readying Three New iPods For Early 2007?

Taking a little heat off the latest Apple iPhone rumors, there is now new reports that Apple is planning to launch three new iPod designs next year. The new models include a 100 GB, widescreen Video iPod and possibly a higher capacity (16 GB) Flash-based media player. The rumors outline details of two other iPods: the aforementioned Nano with a 16 GB memory bump and possibly a higher capacity Shuffle that has been flying off the...

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EMI Reportedly Close to $3.9 Billion Deal

EMI was close to a deal last night to be acquired by European private-equity group Permira, the Wall Street Journal reported citing people familiar with the matter. A source familiar with the matter stated that while the sides remain in talks no agreement is imminent. EMI and Permira both declined to comment on the matter. It said the situation remained fluid and it was unclear whether other private-equity groups would join Permira in...

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