Launched almost a decade ago, the iPod is,by far, one of the most successful selling products worldwide. Ever since its first appearance, in October 23 2001, the Apple product promised to be something different from the other media players already existent.



At first, the company started creating software for the continues growing market of multimedia gadgets starting with digital cameras or organizers, which, already were of a much more importance in the real world than a device that can only store and play music files. Only after discovering the niche market of music players, engineers from Apple Inc decided to develop their own technology and set of products.



With less then a year of researches and studies, the Apple company put on the market in 2001 their first product from the music player's category : the iPod. The first generation of iPods was the original one, with mechanical scroll wheel and a capacity of 5-10 GB. Still, by far, the most affordable iPods category was the iPod shuffle generation which, although not so performant, it was still capable of playing up to 12 hours of music without charging. The first iPod shuffle was released in January 2005 and had a capacity of only 512MB -1GB. It used the flash memory and had no screen but its main advantages were the smaller clip design and the attractive colors.

Newer generations of iPods include now hi-tech in small packages and the world known models are: the iPod nano, the iPod touch, the iPod mini and the Classics (including the first generation of iPods capable of picture viewing in color screen).

Sales worldwide

Since October 2004, iPods have dominated the line of digital music players sales in the United States, with over 90% of the market for hard drive-based players and over 70% of the market for all types of players, which conveys into a massive profit rage. 2007 was clearly the Apple year, when it was first announced in January that the company recorded revenue of 7.1 billion USD, of which 47% represented iPods sales. Months after, on 5 September 2007 during an important event, the iPod line was announced of surpassing 110 million units sold. Also, 42% of the company's profit sales in 2008 came from iPods. Later on, in September 2009, the Apple officialties announced that worldwide, iPods have reached 200 million copies sold.



As being constantly developing its features, ever since its launching in 2001, the iPod line was a total success and it's no wonder to anybody that sales have increased year by year. Also, the new models and features of high technology make the last generation of iPods constantly improving, giving birth to a world phenomena, and what was first considered as a risky business is now considered one of the most profitable industries in the world, thanks to the iPod line. As of January 2010, iPods gone up to over 240,000,000 units sold worldwide.

The Metrolite II Burnt Shoulder Case is a lightweight case for your Apple MacBook and it is compatible with up to 15.4 – inch MacBook or MacBook Pro. The case comes with many front pockets where you can carry your everyday accessories. This case is available in many colors and sizes, but the one present above is warm orange.

This case is durable and strong, keeping your laptop protected from bumps, drops and scratches and the great thing about it is that it includes the Brenthaven Core Light Protection System that protects the screen of your laptop on all 6 sides. The front of the case comes with a dedicated Apple iPod picket and many additional pockets and in the back you will find a slip pocket perfect for documents, files or newspapers.

You will find this cool Apple MacBook case on Brenthaven.com with the price of $79.95.

If you are looking for high quality shoulder case, we recommend the one from Mac-Case.com – the Premium Leather Shoulder Bag. This bag is available in many colors: red, brown, red and more. The integrated side iPod pocket and the front panel organizer allow you to carry all your accessories along with your laptop. You can choose from two sizes: small or large; the small one is compatible with laptops between 13-inch and 15-inch and the large one is compatible with laptops between 15-inch and 17-inch. The price for this shoulder bag is $249.95 and for more information, please visit Mac-Case.com.

The “Bullet Proof” Hard Case from Cool Bananas is a great and strong case providing excellent protection to your Apple MacBook. This case is made from shock-resistant material that can absorb the bumps and the shocks. The soft handles make the carrying of this case very comfortable and you can also wear it as a shoulder bag thanks to the removable strap.

Inside the case you will find a soft inner lining that holds your laptop securely in place and also protects it from scratches. This case is perfect for business use because it has a simple and professional look.

Another professional looking case is the one from CaseCrown – the Classic Slim Case. This case is designed for 13.3 –inch MacBooks. The case is lightweight and it is made from shock-absorbing memory foam that offers great bumps and shock protection. The outside of this case is made from water resistant material which is great because not many cases can keep the water outside the case. The light and compact design makes this case perfect for business personas but also for everyday use.

If you need more space for your accessories we recommend the Messenger Bag from LAbesace. This case is able to hold your MacBook and plenty of accessories like: newspapers, mobile phone, documents and also power cord. The case is durable and strong thanks to the wear and tear resistant material.

As a part of restless multimedia performance, the MacBook was first introduced in May 2006, as the transition from the iBook and the PowerBook series of notebooks designed by Apple. It is aimed at the consumer and education markets and it is, by far, the most successful model ever sold by the Macintosh.


Part of the technological development, the MacBook becomes, by every model sold worldwide, the strong leader in the notebook's market competeing with strong names in the IT field such as Toshiba, Sony vaio models or HP models. And because technology means development and evolution, the MacBook series can be used in so many ways that it surprises you how handy it could be. Specially designed for the educational field, the MacBook notebook can show you pictures, videos, full-length movies or help you with the student career by facilitating the Internet access.



Reviews

Although Gizmodo concluded it to be "our favorite MacBook to date," they did claim that at the time its display was inferior to that found on the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, alleging a smaller viewing angle, washed-out colors, and dimmer backlighting^. Similarly AppleInsider and Engadget concluded that it "may well be Apple's best MacBook to date" and "these are terrific choices—not only from an industrial design standpoint, but in specs as well" respectively, while also drawing attention to a lower quality display as compared with the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air.

Other authorized reviewers reached to the same conclusion about its display and some others cited that "The absence of FireWire ports is certainly an inconvenience for some users. But it shouldn’t be considered a deal-breaker for most of us, anyway."



But what it also great about this new notebook is that you can connect it to different devices around the house in order to best fulfil your needs: connect it to music system to listen to music out loud all night long or even to your HDTV in order to enjoy the surround system quality and a wide screen for watching films.



In order to connect your MacBook to the TV, you will need a mini to VGA adapter and a VGA cable.

Mini DVI - something and another cable is the only way you're going to manage it.



If your tv has composite you can get one of these, but you still need composite cables.

If you have VGA, you can get one of these, but still need a VGA-VGA cable

If you have HDMI, you can get one of these, and there is a DVI-HDMI cable out there somewhere



HDMI is the most expensive, but will give you a better picture.

Also, if you want to connect your MacBook wireless to the HDTV in the living room, the best way to do so is by purchasing an Apple TV or Airport Express; the images and sounds will show in a high definition quality and it is the best way to enjoy your home cinema experience from the comfort of your sofa.

The fist Apple MacBook sleeve we are going to present is the Checker Flag laptop sleeve from Pat Says now.

The sleeves are made in Switzerland and they come with attractive and original designs. This laptop sleeve is made from high-quality neoprene that protects your precious laptop against dirt and scratches. This sleeve is perfect if you want to carry and protect your MacBook when you are not using it and also you can carry it inside a backpack or a larger bag.

On Colcasac.com we found great Apple MacBook sleeves which are especially made for MacBooks. They are very soft and made from 100% polyester sherpa fleece. These sleeves offer great protection for your MacBook against drops, bumps and scratches and they also provide a pocket for your laptop’s power adapter.

The Velcro strip keeps your MacBook in place and the functional front pocket holds securely your power cord. These sleeves come in many cool designs and if you want to purchase one, please visit the Colcasac.com website.

The next Apple MacBook sleeve is made from linen which is about three times stronger than cotton and this is why this sleeve offers higher protection against drops and bumps. The material is waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about rain or humidity. The sleeve comes with a pillow case design which keeps your laptop securely in place. This case protects all sides of your MacBook and it doesn’t add nay bulk and it is ideal for carrying into another bag or backpack. For more information about this sleeve check out the following website: Wrappers.typepad.com.

The Smart Laptop Sleeve from Acme is a cool looking MacBook sleeve compatible with 15.4 – inch MacBooks. The exterior of this sleeve is water resistant and the interior is very soft, keeps your laptop safe from scratches and bumps. The sleeve is made from tricot lining inside and ballistic nylon outside for extra protection. The Smart Laptop Sleeve comes with a removable shoulder strap, so you can also wear it as a shoulder bag.

The Mac-Case 15-inch Leather Sleeve is especially made for Apple MacBooks. This sleeve is handcrafted from high quality leather and it is a stylish way to protect your laptop. You can choose from many colors: tan, cream, pink, red, chocolate and black; and if you want to purchase one, visit the Mac-Case website.

The Orion Sleeve Case for Apple MacBook Air from Incipio Technologies comes whit a modern design and it is available in many colors: green, orange, red, butter cream, white and black. This sleeve is especially made from Apple MacBooks, so it offers a perfect fit for your laptop and also it protects it from small bumps and scratches. You can find it on Amazon.com with a price of $29.99.

In a world full of technology, why do we need another gadget that supposes to make our life better, and more over, why do we need another Apple/Mac gadget? We already had iPods, iPhones, iComputers, iPads and other iThings, why not the new Apple tv?



What it is?

The new Apple TV is a small, wireless device designed by the Macintosh company which you can connect to your HDTV in order to see pictures, listen to music directly from your iPod, or even watch the latest shows or Hollywood movies, from your computer straight with the high-definition quality of a 40+ inch screen. Due to its wireless connection, you can watch videos from iTunes Store, YouTube, Flickr, or MobileMe. By connecting directly to the iTunes Store, users can buy and rent movies, buy television shows, songs, albums, and music videos and subscribe to video and audio podcasts—much of the content in high definition. The apple tv has a direct connection to the internet, so basically everything you see, download from the internet can be transmitted to your HD TV so that can you watch live, on a wide screen every important news or features.It even comes with a remote control so you can zapp online all night long.



Because the Apple Remote is a standard infrared remote, mainstream universal remotes have been updated for use with Apple TV and can be used to control volume. The Apple TV can be programmed to recognize commands from virtually any infrared remote control also.

Apple music

With the new Apple TV, you can now connect any of your iTunes directly to your TV, so you can now have all your iPod's music being played on the best speakers in your house. You can also browse or buy music videos on the iTunes store, or even use the Genius feature that is used to create new playlists. The best thing is that you can also go through hundreads of radio stations across the Globe in search for your perfect music to be played in HD from your new Apple TV device. Get high quality in everything and transform your TV into a bigger multimedia device of unexhausting entertainment.

Figures

The Apple TV started being shipped on March 21, 2007 with its 40GB version. On September 14, 2009, Apple discontinued the 40 GB model, leaving the 160 GB model as the sole Apple TV offering. Starting its first week of pre-sellings, more than 100,000 orders were confirmed, making it the new best-selling product of Apple in 2007.Due to the growth of digital TV and consumers turning to Internet media services, an analyst predicted sales of 6.6 million Apple TVs by the end of 2009. Still, the Apple TV is considered a hobby for the Apple company, even though figures speak for themselves and regular clients will continue consuming almost all Apple products.

Afterall, you know what they say: "Once you go Apple, you can never go back."