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How many of you out there use AppleTV? It Apple lets you watch media from the internet and your own collection on your television. Here is an excellent video on how to get the most out of AppleTV:

Apple has recently released Final Cut Pro X, and says the new version of the professional video-editing software is a complete overhaul of the 12-year old platform.

CNET covered the unveiling of the exciting new software, reporting that it will be available to users in June as a direct download for $299. Final Cut Express ran at $199, but the new software is still deeply discounted compared to Apple’s Final Cut Studio suite, which is priced at $999.

CNET goes on to describe the product as “a 64-bit application written in Apple’s Cocoa. It sports a new interface, as well as features to speed up the editing process, including background rendering, full use of multicore processors, and Apple’s Grand Central Dispatch system, as well as the option to make edits as footage is being imported.”

eHow.com put together a great video on downloading music on iTunes.Learn how to get the most out of iTunes, download all the right songs, and preview before you purchase in the below video.

Enjoy!

We are excited to announce its new iPad 2 cases. As with other XtremeMac cases, the new iPad 2 cases provide innovative style and added functionality. The Tuffwrap™ Shine, Microshield™ and Thin Sleeve cases are made of premium materials and designed to protect and allow users easy access to the new iPad 2.

The Tuffwrap Shine is a stylish form-fitting case for the new iPad 2. Made of soft durable materials, the Tuffwrap Shine offers full protection and better grip support to the iPad 2 without adding any bulk and providing full access to all controls. Trend right colors include honeysuckle pink (Patone’s color of the year), black and clear, each with a high-gloss finish that provides a touch of style.

The Microshield for iPad 2 is an ultra-thin hard plastic case designed to protect against scratches, dust and dirt. The thin, impact-resistant case gives users full access to all controls while providing a soft touch surface and added grip. True to the current fashion trend of metallics, these cases are available in a frosted finish, in black, blue or purple, that lets the iPad shine through.

XtremeMac’s Thin Sleeve is a full coverage case that fits both the iPad and iPad 2. The durable exterior and soft micro-suede interior provides full protection against scratches, dust and dirt. The bulk-free sleeve features a unique integrated eject tab for easy removal of the iPad and secure magnetic closure.
The signature XtremeMac Tuffshield™ complements each case, protecting the iPad’s screen. The durable, ultra-sheer and anti-glare film features a static cling adhesion, allowing for easy application and removal. Tuffshield is available in glossy and anti-glare finishes.

Tuffwrap Shine, Microshield, Thin Sleeve and Tuffshield for iPad 2 will be shipping at launch for availability on XtremeMac.com and other retailers. Look for more innovative styles coming in Spring 2011.

Chief executive of Verizon Daniel Mead told the Wall Street Journal that the iPhone 4 sold more on its initial launch than any other phone the in the carrier’s history. This came as a bit of a surprise surrounding all the talk of empty Verizon stores the day of the iPhone 4′s Verizon launch.

Mead confessed more than 60% of the carrier’s iPhone4 sales happened online.

“It was a conscious decision to spread the launch over three phases,” Mead told the WSJ.

The CEO also dropped clues that Apple and Verizon would be working to bring 4G technology and Long-Term Evolution to the iPhone 4.

“You’ll see more coming from Apple on LTE,” he told the WSJ. “They understand the value proposition of LTE and I feel very confident that they are going to be a part of it.”

President Barack Obama was in Silicon Valley meet a handful of the biggest names in the tech industry, including Apple CEO Steve Jobs. The subjects likely discussed at the private meeting was Obama’s plan to invest in research and development to boost America’s high-tech competitiveness. Despite Jobs’ health conditions, he was confirmed to be at the event.