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We’re still a ways off from living our dream iPod nano watch scenarios, but here’s a small step in the right direction. As the story goes, on a flight home James Whelton booted up an iPod nano with a modified SpringBoard plist file that “removed” an app from the screens and replaced it with a blank space. What does this mean? Not much at this point, but it could provide a pathway to further hacking, jailbreaking, and yes, writing and installing those dream apps that make this a great wrist accessory. Video proof after the break.

Continue reading iPod nano hack nixes an app, can’t add your own yet

iPod nano hack nixes an app, can’t add your own yet originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:09:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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By now, you’ve decided if you’re going to use Apple’s iPod nano 6G as a watch. We obviously have our own feelings on the matter, but those who can’t be bothered with actual functionality should definitely be looking in the direction of Frontal Concepts. This Australian outfit has just released its first product, and it’s far and away the most sensibly designed iPod nano watch strap to date. Rather than just looping a band through the device’s rear clip, the Infuse strap actually has a simple, one-click locking mechanism to keep your digital timepiece in position. It’s also positioned to allow the audio cord to run upwards along the arm, and it’s built from polycarbonate plastics and silicone — plenty tough to withstand the occasional gym visit. Americans can get their pre-order in today for $24.95 (black, white and brown hues are available), with the first shipments expected to head out in around a fortnight. Time’s ticking, Santa.

Continue reading Frontal Concepts’ Infuse iPod nano watch strap wins imaginary design award, our hearts

Frontal Concepts’ Infuse iPod nano watch strap wins imaginary design award, our hearts originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 05 Dec 2010 16:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Without question, Apple’s latest iPod nano is its most interesting one yet. And considering that it’s the first nano with a color, multitouch LCD slapped onto it, it’s also one of the most multifaceted. The engineers in Cupertino certainly cut away from the nano’s past in order to create this new shuffle-like form factor, and it’s expectantly drawn quite a bit of heat from both side. Now, let’s say you were allowed inside the Apple lairs, and told that you could revamp the nano in any method you pleased. Aside from figuring out if it would blend or not, how would you go about tweaking the new nano? Enlarge the device (and thus, the screen) just a bit? Throw a second display on the rear for kicks and giggles? Throw in a pair of Bluetooth headphones? Talk to us in comments below.

How would you change Apple’s iPod nano (2010)? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 19 Nov 2010 23:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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iPod nano watchbands — they’re everywhere! Seriously, ever since Steve Jobs said that an unnamed Apple board member jokingly planned to wear the new nano as a watch, we’ve seen all shapes and sizes of wristbands designed to put the diminutive media player on your wrist, ranging from the super-basic to the super-silly to the super-amazing. But hold up — yes, we thought the new nano was a great little media player when we first reviewed it, but why hasn’t anyone talked about what it’s like to wear one as your watch? Is replacing your current timepiece with the nano’s 1.5-inch 240 x 240 multitouch display actually a good idea? We took the nerd-bullet for you and wore one for a week to find out — read on!

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iPod nano review — as a watch originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Nov 2010 10:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Here’s an accessory so clever, you’ll want to run out and buy an iPod Nano, if you don’t have one already. Griffin, the gadget powerhouse, unveiled Slap for iPod Nano (6th generation) today, an 80s twist on modern technology. This wearable case aims to make the wristwatch popular again by turning the Nano in a functional, fun, fashionable timepiece.

The Slap Case crosses a wristwatch and a silicone skin. It’s flexible, spring-steel band is wrapped in soft silicon. Snap the Slap open, then snap the Slap shut across your wrist. It self-adjusts to the right size. The Nano’s thick silicone guards against bumps and jolts. It protects the dock connector and volume controls, but leaves the headphone port open so you can plug in and listen. It will be available soon for $24.99.