Notes: Apple, iTunes stores down; new nano; event stream

***AppleInsider*** · 09-12-2006, 12:18 PM

Apple Computer has taken both its online store and iTunes music store services off line in preparation for this afternoon's product and service announcements.

Event Stream

Meanwhile, the company has posted a video-on-demand QuickTime link for today's Showtime event. However, it's unclear at this time whether Apple will broadcast the event live or make it available as a delayed feed following the conclusion of the event.

New iPod nano

Also, insiders are hearing that the new iPod nano may be slightly longer in length than its predecessor (or it may just look that way due to other changes). At the same time, they have yet to receive evidence that a 'true' video iPod will make its debut at the event.

Apple Germany hoopla

Overseas, several Apple Germany customers have been pointing to an update on the lower-left sidebar on the local version of Apple.com, which lists iTunes Videos from studios other than Disney. However, those images and links are believed to be for movie trailers and not the full-length films.

[ View this article at AppleInsider.com ]

ebolagp · 09-12-2006, 12:24 PM

I don't know whether this means anything, but the web link for the first two pictures ion the Danish site says ...Movie+Trailers...

Chucker · 09-12-2006, 12:24 PM

.de is Germany, not Denmark.

Eduardo · 09-12-2006, 12:25 PM

Well, with about 35 minutes left before "showtime", here's hoping that the hype is not a big let down. I'm really hoping for a true video iPod.

An updated nano just won't cut it for me (I know, I know. I'm am very jaded)!

Placebo · 09-12-2006, 12:29 PM

I actually want an iPhone with some music playing ability.

rtdunham · 09-12-2006, 12:30 PM

" evidence that a 'true' video iPod will make its debut at"

what exactly is the difference between the present iPod with video, a rumored iPod with a much larger screen and Bluetooth, and a "true" video iPod?

DaveGee · 09-12-2006, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rtdunham

" evidence that a 'true' video iPod will make its debut at"

what exactly is the difference between the present iPod with video, a rumored iPod with a much larger screen and Bluetooth, and a "true" video iPod?

Just a guess (and how I personally feel) the current iPod+Vid has a very small (too small) 4x3 (UGH!) display where a 'true video iPod' would provide a larger LCD and something closer to to a respectable 16x9 aspect ratio.

D

**Mr. H** · 09-12-2006, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveGee

the current iPod+Vid has a very small (too small) 4x3 (UGH!) display where a 'true video iPod' would provide a larger LCD and something closer to to a respectable 16x9 aspect ratio.

Indeed, this is the main difference.

Currently, the HDD based iPods are primarily audio players that happen to play video. A "true" video iPod would be able to play video as well as it plays audio, and that means a larger, 16:9 screen and decent video playback battery life.

Mac~N~Cheese · 09-12-2006, 12:47 PM

The site's down. I guess that explains why Safari takes a header everytime I try to look up the Mac Mini.

Look, I'm sure this has been covered, but if they want a bigger iPod screen without a (much) bigger unit, will they follow the GameGear or PSP style and turn it on it's side?

A wider screen for movies without making the unit much bigger. Controls pushed to either side. I don't know if someone's going to scream copyright infringement since all Sega did was take the GameBoy and turn it sideways. Who am I kidding? Someone ALWAYS screams copyright infringement.

JTBLQ · 09-12-2006, 12:52 PM

ASA SOON as the apple store refreshes...it's MINE! bwahahahahaahaahahhahhaha!

pmjoe · 09-12-2006, 12:53 PM

So what time is this event supposed to happen at?

Matthew Yohe · 09-12-2006, 12:55 PM

http://stream.qtv.apple.com/events/s..._audio_ref.mov

bdj21ya · 09-12-2006, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pmjoe

So what time is this event supposed to happen at?

Good golly man! You're a member of AppleInsider forum, and you don't know yet? (sorry for the arrogance).

It starts at 10:00 AM Pacific Time (Daylight Savings right now, which means it would be 9:00 Pacific Standard Time)

**Mr. H** · 09-12-2006, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pmjoe

So what time is this event supposed to happen at?

in 3.5 minutes

Cato988 · 09-12-2006, 01:00 PM

And It Has Started!

palegolas · 09-12-2006, 01:00 PM

"Video on demand" sounds like it's not streaming after all.

meelash · 09-12-2006, 01:03 PM

Engadget says the Woz is there. Huh?? Something Really Big TM happening?

Cato988 · 09-12-2006, 01:03 PM

its not working for me

pmjoe · 09-12-2006, 01:07 PM

"404 Not Found"

**Mr. H** · 09-12-2006, 01:15 PM

following the coverage on Gizmodo, it would seem that we don't have the "true" iPod video. Battery life is improved, but the screen is still 4:3. Let the bitching begin!

Unless, of course, Apple intro an all-new top of the line iPod video. Hmmm...

Now Gizmodo is down. Can't get any coverage anywhere grrr.

pmjoe · 09-12-2006, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. H

following the coverage on Gizmodo, it would seem that we don't have the "true" iPod video. Battery life is improved, but the screen is still 4:3. Let the bitching begin!

Unless, of course, Apple intro an all-new top of the line iPod video. Hmmm...

Now Gizmodo is down. Can't get any coverage anywhere grrr.

There's live converage here:
http://www.macrumorslive.com/

aplnub · 09-12-2006, 01:30 PM

Makes you wonder what the one more thing will be after seeing the iPod and iTunes hype is first.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:34 PM

So far, it's about what one would expect, despite the hype.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:36 PM

Ok, "all video at 640x480. not fab, but good.

But, so far, he has said "video". Will he say the word "movie"?

**Mr. H** · 09-12-2006, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by melgross

Ok, "all video at 640x480. not fab, but good.

No, encoding a movie at 4:3 resolution is just ick. This is seriously disappointing.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:46 PM

YES! He said the magic word.

Sigh. the same rez, and no burning to disk—the same as the vids.

At least, this time he is calling it "near DVD quality", instead of saying that it is better, as he first did with the AAC encoded music and CD's.

Not sure how this will work out with Tv's.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. H

No, encoding a movie at 4:3 resolution is just ick. This is seriously disappointing.

I hadn't gotten to the movies as yet. I was referring to just the video, which is 4:3.

My next post shows my feeling about that.

sjk · 09-12-2006, 01:53 PM

One last thing…

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:55 PM

Well, at least we finally get at a peek at a product that hasn't been released. I hope that Jobs doesn't get into trouble with himself for leaking it.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:59 PM

Ah ha. A solution to the Tv problem I was worried about.

Not bad! Finally HDMI!!!

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 01:59 PM

That could be the best part of the whole show today.

markiv · 09-12-2006, 02:04 PM

The Incredibles is in HD format so there would be some movies in HD format to download, nice me thinks

sjk · 09-12-2006, 02:07 PM

iTV looks like the EyeHome replacement I've been waiting for.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markiv

The Incredibles is in HD format so there would be some movies in HD format to download, nice me thinks

If he hasn't mentioned HD, as so far he hadn't, as of the last update, and it doesn't seem likely, as the event seems to be closing down, then it won't be available in HD.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 02:13 PM

Thththat's all folks!

sjk · 09-12-2006, 02:14 PM

No FireWire on iTV.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 02:15 PM

Store still isn't up. Back in an hour.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjk

No FireWire on iTV.

I'm not clear as what this is EXACTLY. If it's a mega Express, then it can't use Firewire for anything.

**melgross** · 09-12-2006, 02:19 PM

Ars has a better, and more complete coverage than most other sites have at this point in time.

http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20060912-7722.html

sjk · 09-12-2006, 02:25 PM

If it can't use FireWire then how might it use USB?

09-12-2006, 12:18 PM	#1
*AppleInsider* Kasper's Automated Slave Join Date: Nov 1997 Posts: 6,154	Notes: Apple, iTunes stores down; new nano; event stream Apple Computer has taken both its online store and iTunes music store services off line in preparation for this afternoon's product and service announcements. Event Stream Meanwhile, the company has posted a video-on-demand QuickTime link for today's Showtime event. However, it's unclear at this time whether Apple will broadcast the event live or make it available as a delayed feed following the conclusion of the event. New iPod nano Also, insiders are hearing that the new iPod nano may be slightly longer in length than its predecessor (or it may just look that way due to other changes). At the same time, they have yet to receive evidence that a 'true' video iPod will make its debut at the event. Apple Germany hoopla Overseas, several Apple Germany customers have been pointing to an update on the lower-left sidebar on the local version of Apple.com, which lists iTunes Videos from studios other than Disney. However, those images and links are believed to be for movie trailers and not the full-length films. [ View this article at AppleInsider.com ]

09-12-2006, 12:24 PM	#2
ebolagp Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Greenwich, CT Posts: 28	Question I don't know whether this means anything, but the web link for the first two pictures ion the Danish site says ...Movie+Trailers...

09-12-2006, 12:25 PM	#4
Eduardo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lost Angeles, California usa Posts: 178	Well, with about 35 minutes left before "showtime", here's hoping that the hype is not a big let down. I'm really hoping for a true video iPod. An updated nano just won't cut it for me (I know, I know. I'm am very jaded)! 2.0 GHz Macbook, 2 GB RAM, 250 GB HD

09-12-2006, 12:52 PM	#10
JTBLQ Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Santa Fe, NM Posts: 78	ASA SOON as the apple store refreshes...it's MINE! bwahahahahaahaahahhahhaha! jtblq = jetblack in Ascarian

09-12-2006, 12:55 PM	#12
Matthew Yohe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 262	Audio Stream? http://stream.qtv.apple.com/events/s..._audio_ref.mov

09-12-2006, 12:24 PM	#3
Chucker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 5,066	.de is Germany, not Denmark.

09-12-2006, 12:29 PM	#5
Placebo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: http://tinyurl.com/fswz7 Posts: 5,725	I actually want an iPhone with some music playing ability.

09-12-2006, 12:30 PM	#6
rtdunham Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: florida Posts: 212	" evidence that a 'true' video iPod will make its debut at" what exactly is the difference between the present iPod with video, a rumored iPod with a much larger screen and Bluetooth, and a "true" video iPod?

09-12-2006, 12:47 PM	#9
Mac~N~Cheese Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 45	The site's down. I guess that explains why Safari takes a header everytime I try to look up the Mac Mini. Look, I'm sure this has been covered, but if they want a bigger iPod screen without a (much) bigger unit, will they follow the GameGear or PSP style and turn it on it's side? A wider screen for movies without making the unit much bigger. Controls pushed to either side. I don't know if someone's going to scream copyright infringement since all Sega did was take the GameBoy and turn it sideways. Who am I kidding? Someone ALWAYS screams copyright infringement.

09-12-2006, 12:53 PM	#11
pmjoe Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 562	So what time is this event supposed to happen at?

09-12-2006, 01:00 PM	#15
Cato988 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 304	And It Has Started!

09-12-2006, 01:00 PM	#16
palegolas Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 383	"Video on demand" sounds like it's not streaming after all.

09-12-2006, 01:03 PM	#17
meelash Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 1,016	Engadget says the Woz is there. Huh?? Something Really Big TM happening? Ain't it funny how countries we "liberate" promptly descend into crime and civil war-Afghanistan, Iraq, etc. ? Countries the "violent Islamists" subjugate end up peaceful, crime-free, and self-sustaining-Somalia,Afghanistan pre-U.S. ?

09-12-2006, 01:07 PM	#19
pmjoe Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 562	"404 Not Found"

09-12-2006, 01:15 PM	#20
Mr. H Global Moderator Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: UK Posts: 3,820	following the coverage on Gizmodo, it would seem that we don't have the "true" iPod video. Battery life is improved, but the screen is still 4:3. Let the bitching begin! Unless, of course, Apple intro an all-new top of the line iPod video. Hmmm... Now Gizmodo is down. Can't get any coverage anywhere grrr.

09-12-2006, 01:30 PM	#22
aplnub Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: The kool-aid stand... Posts: 2,188	Makes you wonder what the one more thing will be after seeing the iPod and iTunes hype is first. Hardcore.

09-12-2006, 01:34 PM	#23
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	So far, it's about what one would expect, despite the hype.

09-12-2006, 01:36 PM	#24
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	Ok, "all video at 640x480. not fab, but good. But, so far, he has said "video". Will he say the word "movie"?

09-12-2006, 01:46 PM	#26
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	YES! He said the magic word. Sigh. the same rez, and no burning to disk—the same as the vids. At least, this time he is calling it "near DVD quality", instead of saying that it is better, as he first did with the AAC encoded music and CD's. Not sure how this will work out with Tv's.

09-12-2006, 01:53 PM	#28
sjk Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hawaii Posts: 540	One last thing…

09-12-2006, 01:55 PM	#29
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	Well, at least we finally get at a peek at a product that hasn't been released. I hope that Jobs doesn't get into trouble with himself for leaking it.

09-12-2006, 01:59 PM	#30
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	Ah ha. A solution to the Tv problem I was worried about. Not bad! Finally HDMI!!!

09-12-2006, 02:04 PM	#32
markiv Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: India Posts: 171	The Incredibles is in HD format so there would be some movies in HD format to download, nice me thinks

09-12-2006, 02:07 PM	#33
sjk Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hawaii Posts: 540	iTV looks like the EyeHome replacement I've been waiting for.

09-12-2006, 02:13 PM	#35
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	Thththat's all folks!

09-12-2006, 02:14 PM	#36
sjk Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hawaii Posts: 540	No FireWire on iTV.

09-12-2006, 02:15 PM	#37
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	Store still isn't up. Back in an hour.

09-12-2006, 02:19 PM	#39
melgross Global Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 19,612	Ars has a better, and more complete coverage than most other sites have at this point in time. http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20060912-7722.html

09-12-2006, 02:25 PM	#40
sjk Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hawaii Posts: 540	If it can't use FireWire then how might it use USB?

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