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The amazing Apple hype machine soon could help Sprint Nextel sell bunches of music-playing wireless phones. The debut of the much-heralded iPhone is thought to be imminent, though Apple and AT&T executives remain mum on the exact timing. Apple, which is making the device, and AT&T, which is providing the wireless network for the iPhone, are positioned to be the prime beneficiaries of the new product.

Gauging the iPhone's Ripple Effect

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Three iPod protection units fend off scratches, water and even the prying eyes of strangers. The iBagz from iFrogz seals the MP3 player inside a water-tight bag to keep the unit dry from errant drips and splashes. iStyles fits over a Video iPod's screen, preventing those to your left and right from taking a gander at whatever it is you're watching.

A Plethora of Pod Protectors

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Apple released another security update Thursday for its Mac OS X operating system to prevent certain components from crashing and protect areas deemed vulnerable. This latest bundle of fixes marks the fifth update from Apple this year and corrects 17 bugs, some of which could permit arbitrary code executions and denial of service.

Apple Releases New OS Bug Catcher

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ClearCal is a very inexpensive -- $6.95 -- set of transparent Mylar protective panels for your iPod video or iPod nano. Unlike traditional iPod cases, ClearCal protects your iPod from nicks and scratches without adding any additional bulk. There's not much to say about the product itself. It's easy to apply or remove, it does what it's supposed to do, and it's cheap.

Cheaper iPod Protection May Do the Job