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While some forward-thinking individuals were dropping US$10 to purchase the iPod touch 2.0 software update , Apple quietly issued a free iPod touch 1.1.5 update. If you own an iPod touch that hasn’t been updated to version 2.0 and would like the update, just plug your iPod touch into your Mac and decline the 2.0 update. iTunes will then inform you that the 1.1.5 update is available for download and installation. (http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/07/15/Apple_quietly_releases_iPod_touch_115_update-Macworld_1.html?source=NLC-MOBILEHARDWARE&cgd=2008-07-16 7/15)

Lenovo introduced two ultramobile laptops on Monday, including the ThinkPad X200 ultrathin laptop, which joins Apple’s MacBook Air as one of the lightest fully functional laptops available today. (http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/07/15/Lenovo_launches_ultramobile_ThinkPad_laptops_1.html?source=NLC-MOBILEHARDWARE&cgd=2008-07-16 7/15)

Belkin plans to introduce its FlyWire, a wireless HD streamer, in 2009. The high-definition hardware, which comes with a $999.99 price tag, is said to offer “whole home” coverage, which, according to this review, means several TVs should be able to access the same transmitter. Digital Trends (7/15)

McIntosh’s new TM2 AM/FM HD Radio Tuner Module includes easy plug-and-play capabilities for McIntosh’s recently launched MA6600 integrated amplifier. The AM/FM HD radio tuner costs $800 and features a dual-differential AM antenna and Blend to choose from auto, digital-only or analog-only modes. ElectronicHouse.com (7/15)

Warner Home Video will offer retailers beginning in September a point-of-sale rebate program on Blu-ray versions of classic films such as “The Shining,” “A Clockwork Orange,” “The Fugitive” and “Road Warrior.” The program will bring the per-disc price to retailers down to about $11 and will, theoretically, help lower the cost for consumers as well. ElectronicHouse.com (7/15)

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