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Melody Chalaban
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Accessories include TuneCast II FM Transmitter and Auto Kit for iPod for Newly-announced video iPod
(Compton, CA) – October 14, 2005 — Belkin’s existing line of iPod accessories include devices that are compatible with the new 5g iPod and are available in both black and white colors, such as the TuneCast II (F8V3080 and F8V3080-APL) and Auto Kit for iPod (F8V7058-APL and F8V7058-APL-BLK). These products are widely available in North America. Other new and to-be-announced accessories for the 5g iPod will be available starting November 2005.
The TuneCast II, an FM transmitter that plays music from your MP3 player through FM radio waves, plugs into the iPod’s headphone jack. The TuneCast II is available in both black and white colors, as is the Auto Kit, which charges the iPod in your car.
“From last month’s introduction of the iPod nano to this week’s 5G iPod announcement, Apple continues to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the modern consumer,” said Mark Reynoso, Sr. VP of Sales and Marketing.
“Similarly, Belkin strives to give iPod users inventive tools to help them fully maximize their iPod,” continued Mr. Reynoso. “In the next couple of months, you will see an assortment of innovative accessories for the 5G iPod that will provide the consumer with an all-inclusive digital experience.”
Belkin accessories for 5g iPod:
Power and listen to your iPod in your car
Auto Kit for iPod w/Dock Connector, White (F8V7058-APL) and Black (F8V7058-APL-BLK) — $39.99
TuneCast II Mobile FM Transmitter, Gray/Black (includes a Belkin Auto Power Cord that connects to your car’s cigarette lighter) (F8V3080) — $39.99
TuneCast II Mobile FM Transmitter, White (F8V3080-APL) — $39.99
Cassette Adapter, Gray (F8V366) and White (F8V366-APL) — $19.99
TuneCast Mobile FM Transmitter, Gray (F8V367) and White (F8V367-APL) — $29.99
Auto Power Cord for iPod w/Dock Connector (F8V7067-APL) — $19.99
Listen to your nano through your home stereo
Mini-Stereo Audio Cable – 3.5MM to 3.5MM M/M – 6ft (F8V203-06-APL) — $3.99
Mini-Stereo Audio Cable – 3.5MM to 3.5MM M/M – 6ft (F8V203-06GLD-AP) — $19.99
Mini-Stereo Extension Cable – 3.5MM to 3.5MM M/F – 6ft (F8V204-06GLD-AP) — $19.99
Y Audio Cable – 3.5MM to 3.5MM M/F – 6ft (F8V204-06GLD-AP) — $19.99
Stereo Link Cable – 6ft (F8V204-06GLD-AP) — $19.99
Share the music from your nano over two sets of headphones
Headphone Splitter (F8V234-WHT-APL) — $4.99
Speaker and Headphone Splitter (F8V234-GLD-APL) — $9.99
About Belkin Corporation
Belkin Corporation, the global leader in connectivity solutions, offers a range of innovations for the computer, electronics, and mobile consumer. With a diverse and far-reaching product mix consisting of home and enterprise networking, audio video solutions, KVM (keyboard/video/mouse) and peripheral sharing, power protection and cabling, as well as USB and FireWire devices, Belkin extends its reach also to Bluetooth ,cellular, PDA, iPod, and other solutions for mobile computing. Belkin products are available through www.belkin.com as well as through a network of major distributors, resellers, and superstores.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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