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GNUpod is a collection of tools which allow you to use your iPod under Linux and other UNIX-like operating systems. Version 0.91 fixes some bugs and it’s now possible to adjust (boost) the volume, which is useful for EU-iPods

Dell Home is offering $30 off on purchases of $350 or more. Use coupon code 3A865DFB677B to save $30 off the purchase of an Apple iPod 30GB for $449. Your new price is $375 with free shipping. Search for item number A0114492. Expires 11pm CT 9/23.

Dealmac: MacResQ again offers the Griffin iTrip iPod FM Transmitter for $29.99. It’s the best price we know to be available by $3. Add around $4 for shipping.

iLounger ‘kloh’ has skillfully installed an iPod dock into a center console compartment in his Infiniti G35 coupe. The dock has been permanently mounted within the compartment with a Belkin FM transmitter connected via the line out port. ‘Kloh’ notes that as soon as Blitzsafe completes the AUX kit for iPod, he’ll connect the dock directly to the car stereo’s input.

Apple recently launched a new iPod ad campaign featuring black silouhuetted figures holding an iPod on bright colored backgrounds. SomethingAwful.com has posted over 120 parodies of the ad depicting silouhuettes of Mr. T, Bob Marley, James Bond, Mr. Smith and many more. Warning: Some of the parody ads and content appearing on this website may be offensive. View at your own risk.

Dealmac: A reader notes that CompUSA.com offers the iPod 5GB for Mac [or PC] for $159.99. It’s the best price we’ve seen for a new, factory-sealed iPod, although The Apple Store has been offering factory-refurbished 10GB iPods for $169. Add $5 for shipping.

Terforma has informed us that they have released a new type of case for iPod named iSleeve. Made of molded rubber, the iSleeve encases the iPod like an armored exoskeleton. The iSleeve features a retractable HipClip™ belt clip, StoBand™ for holding the case in your hand and StoPhone™ for storing earbuds. The iSleeve retails for $49.99, is available in black (nox) or white (mono) and comes in two models; G1 for older iPods and G2 for all new iPods. Terforma is currently taking pre-orders and a representative said, “We anticipate shipping by the end of this month if not sooner.”

Christian Heber of i-Pod.de emailed information regarding a new case he discovered while attending Apple Expo Paris. RadTech debuted their new iPodsleevz for iPod. According to the photo, the cases seem to be made of a synthetic suede material and covers the face of the iPod. Christian reports that the touch wheel and buttons are functional while the iPod is in the case. iPodsleevz feature a clear screen protector, access to the top of iPod, and an access hole for the dock connector. iPodsleevz will be sold in a multitude of colors (see photo) for about $18 and are ready to ship. Note: The RadTech website has not yet been updated with iPodsleevz information.

I’ve done some extensive searching and managed to find two UK retailers that stock iTrips. The first one is Alta Technology, and they have stock of iTrips for 1st and 2nd generation iPods. The iTrip for new 3rd generation iPods are not yet shipping. Join the email list to be notified. The second retailer is Everything iPod UK, and they have stock of iTrip for older iPods for £40. The new iTrip (albeit at £43) for new 3rd generation iPods are not yet shipping. Join the email list to be notified. Don’t forget the iTrip is illegal in the UK due to the UK Wireless Telegraphy Act of 1949. You can own one, but you can’t use it.

Dealmac: Got an MBNA credit card? Use it on a purchase at The Apple Store of $249 or more and get $25 off via coupon code “FACU7FMW3B”, as a reader found. Offer ends September 28.  A $50 off $499 coupon for MBNA cardholders is also available.

In a MacNN reader report, Steve Jobs was interviewed on the French TV show during the Apple Expo in Paris.

Allabouttheaccessories.com is offering 35 iShade colored screen protectors and 5 EXO Cases available to Illinois members for test drives. The first 5 people to respond to me will receive an EXO case and a colored iShade. The remaining 30 people will receive one colored iShade protector. Please respond to me at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with your iLounge user ID and I will reply with details on how to get the free stuff. Thanks

Dealmac: A reader notes that the factory-refurbished Apple iPod 30GB fell to $349 in The Apple Store’s Special Deals section. That’s $30 off and the lowest price we’ve seen for this third-generation iPod. (The dock connector is included.) Shipping is free, although sales tax is added where applicable. A one-year Apple warranty applies.

Dealmac: AllAboutTheAccessories.com has the iSkin EXO iPod case (in 24 colors) for $25.50. It’s the best price we’ve seen by $4.

Belkin has posted information on two new cases for use with 3G docking iPods. The Leather Holster features an open face design, swivel clip and retails for $24.99. Belkin notes the Holster ‘complements’ only 10 and 15GB iPods. The Leather Flip Case features a Velcro cover which swings out-of-the-way for docking, PVC screen protector, swivel clip and retails for $29.99. Belkin does not say, but we assume the Flip Case fits all docking iPods. iPoding notes that Apple Store online has the Leather Holster listed for $19.95.

I just received an email from Sendstation, makers of the PocketDock FireWire adapter. It states that preorders for the PocketDock are now shipping. The website states that shipping time to the USA and Canada is 4-7 weekdays, shipping within Europe is 1-4 weekdays and the rest of the world is 4-14 weekdays. The PocketDock costs $18.95 for a single adapter and is also available in a 3-pack for $52.95.