Apple Looking To Evolve iPods & iPhones Into Remote Controls
According to a recent patent filing, Apple is developing wireless technology that would allow iPods and iPhones to act as remote controls. The next generation devices would act as digital music/video gatekeepers to relegate digital media from computers running iTunes libraries to home entertainment systems via a digital hub such as AppleTV. Apple’s idea is to untether the consumer from their computer whenever they want to select...
Online Radio Station Royalty Hike Battle Continues With Last Minute Reprieve Adding Drama
SoundExchange has informed pint-sized webcasters that they can continue to broadcast without fear of legal action as long as they stay current with the existing licensing fees while a revised deal is negotiated. The last-minute compromise between internet radio and the US Copyright Royalty Board (CRB) has given small and large webcasters a last minute reprieve from the new royalty rates, which were due to come into effect July 15. The...






