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SwitchEasy debuts ThumbTacks microphone for iPod
By Charles Starrett
Senior Editor, iLounge
Published: Wednesday, March 18, 2009
News Category: iPod Accessories
SwitchEasy has introduced its new ThumbTacks Micro-Microphone for the iPod nano 4G, iPod touch 2G, and iPod classic (120GB). Designed to look like a slightly-oversized push pin, the ThumbTacks features an integrated microphone, and a 3.5mm jack that plugs directly into the iPod, allowing users to make audio recordings with the built-in application. Available now in black, white, or red, ThumbTacks sell for $13.
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If they made these as speakers instead of microphones, then i would buy a few for all my iPod’s (1 ipod touch, 1 nano, and 1 ipod classic) and would suggest this to friends and family. It would be perfect for all ipods and would make the (old) shuffle amazing. If only…
Posted by Dan on March 18, 2009 at 1:36 PM (PDT)
2
Is there a need to list out all the iPods you have?
Posted by SteveNg on March 18, 2009 at 7:42 PM (PDT)
3
Is there an ipod mic that would be good for recording concerts?
Posted by Andy on March 19, 2009 at 6:48 AM (PDT)
4
ok… So why would i need a mike on my iphone as i already have it on it? (This comment is because theyre selling to “iphone’s as well”)
Posted by Juuust wanna know... on March 19, 2009 at 8:02 AM (PDT)
5
ok Ill answer you all
#1 In Good Time
#2 no Absolutely not but we do it any way to make our posts longer
#3 This one Man
#4 No this is marketed for the 4G Nano and the 2G Touch but it is better than the iPhone quality
Posted by Devyn "xDxDesigns(YouTube)" on April 12, 2009 at 10:28 PM (PDT)