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More evidence is appearing that supports the rumored taller iPod Nano design with a curved screen. Case designs (seen above) at Alibaba (via Engadget) depict new cases for an iPod Nano 4G. The 4th generation iPod Nano has been rumored to have a taller design with widescreen to allow for video playback. The rumor was first reported in July, with additional claims a few days ago from Kevin Rose.

iPod Nano Case Leaks, Next iPod Touch to Have GPS

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In order to realistically examine what Apple might do with its $20 billion, one has to look at Steve Jobs' stated goals from the past plus the biggest threats to Apple in the future. Those two elements are good candidates for assessing how Apple might spend some of that money in the grandest sense. First, there are other small potatoes things that Apple could do.

What Should Apple Do With Its $20B Piggy Bank

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China has apparently blocked access to Apple iTunes, perhaps in response to the publicity surrounding a pro-Tibet album that was released about a month ago and just recently made its way onto the much-trafficked Web site. Produced by the Art of Peace Foundation, the album features songs from such artists as Moby, John Mayer and Alanis Morrisette, as well as a 15-minute talk by the Dalai Lama.

China Takes Its Hammer to iTunes

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In the wake of continuing reports of 3G connectivity problems from an unknown percentage of iPhone 3G users, one Alabama woman has had enough: Jessica Alena Smith has reportedly filed a complaint against Apple and is seeking class action lawsuit status. The suit alleges that the iPhone 3G did not provide twice the speed as promised by Apple in the company's Twice as fast. Half the price marketing messages.

Miffed iPhone User Sues Apple for Feeble 3G Performance