iPod, iTunes, iPhone and more Gadgets

Just over two years ago, RIM and Eatoni were at each other’s throats about a SureType predictive-text system, but these days, the two firms are pushing aside any lingering beef as they look to “develop a new text keyboard technology.” Reportedly, the duo “signed an agreement in which Eatoni, which specializes in designing hardware and software for keyboards, would grant RIM a license to use its technology; RIM, in return, made an equity investment in Eatoni.” Additionally, it was noted that both outfits mutually dismissed previous claims over patent infringement, but unfortunately, that’s every bit of detail that we have for now.

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With just under a fortnight to go before folks go a-grabbin’ for Sony’s PlayStation Eye, a Senior Producer for SCEA has come forward with a few more lingering details about the peripheral. For starters, Sony apparently has plans to integrate the device into other upcoming titles such as SingStar, which will enable users to “make their own personalized music videos to share with family and friends online.” Additionally, the EyeCreate software — which will allow individuals to “save, edit and share PlayStation Eye videos, photos and audio clips” through their PS3 — will be available as a free download on the PlayStation Store. Finally, those not interested in the bundled Eye of Judgment game can opt for a standalone unit on October 23rd, which is set to ring up at $39.99.

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Apple has told Thompson Financial News that while the iPhone is scheduled to launch in Germany and the UK on Nov. 9, it has “not announced any other country launch dates in Europe.” This statement follows remarks made by France Telecom CEO Didier Lombard that the group has signed a contract with Apple to make Orange the distributor of the iPhone in France and that the device’s French launch would take place “during November.”…

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