Amazon is sure to get some negative feedback for this one — The company has recently announced that they have proceeded to remotely deleted copied purchases of 1984 and Animal Farm from every Kindle that had the books on it.

The reason for deletion is that the publisher decided they no longer wanted to have electronic versions of George Orwell’s books on the market. Thus, Amazon proceeded to delete said books from both their online store and Kindles as I mentioned above.

Just imagine being on the last chapter of the book then waking up next morning to find the eBook has been deleted from your device. Angry much?

via Gizmodo

If you’re one of those yet untouched by the all around economy crisis and you just happen’ to have 90 bucks to spare here’s what you could invest it in. Speakal created a new iPod dock, the iBoo. I obviously presume you have an iPod, cause I mean, who doesn’t? The iBoo is a sensor remote controlled sound system, incorporating a nine-watt subwoofer along with two speakers and a 3.5 mm input jack for connecting whatever else you might see fit. You should be happy to know that you can get the iBoo in white, blue or red, but most importantly that it’s a very eco-friendly device, free of all toxic compounds established by RoHS.

I hope Speakal will soon design more freaky gadgets! Stay tuned as you’ll be the first to find out when these come out.
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If you happen to own an Eee Box or you are interested in getting one from Asus then you should also check out some of the extra gadgets the company is offering. We’re talking about an Eee wireless keyboard and mouse combo which come in black or white and about an Eee remote which will fit perfectly with your small desktop. Unfortunately there’s no release date and we have no idea how much these accessories will cost you.

via Engadget

Nike’s Amp+, a watch/remote control for the Nike+iPod, has just got the approval from the FCC. You can hear real-time voice feedback on your time, distance, calories and pace when you add the Nike+Ready shoes and Nike + iPod Sports Kit. There’s even a button called the PowerSong on it - which you can set to start your favorite song, ideal for that boost you want during workouts or running.

The remote control lets you set the time, and control volume/track playback on the iPod. Workout functions include Start Workout, Voice Feedback, Play PowerSong, Pause/Resume Workout and End Workout. The watch/remote runs on a Lithium battery, and is water-resistant up to 50 meters. The buckle is made of stainless steel, while the strap is polyurethane and case is made of polycarbonate.

No word on the pricing yet, but it should hit the markets soon.

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