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Some Bose products now back up for sale on Apple Online Store after nearly two months

Avatar for 9to5 Staff Dec 9 2014 - 9:13 pm PT
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A few months ago, Apple unceremoniously dropped Bose headphones and speakers from the Apple Online and Retail Stores. The move appears to have been temporary, however, as Apple has added some Bose sound products back to its online storefront this evening, including its popular Bluetooth-enabled SoundLink III  and SoundLink Mini wireless speakers and QuietComfort acoustic noise canceling headphones.
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Confirmed: Bose speakers returning to Apple Stores after removal earlier this year

Avatar for Zac Hall Dec 9 2014 - 9:29 am PT
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It looks like Apple will indeed be cashing in on Bose speakers and headphones sales in time for the remainder of the holiday shopping season. Yesterday rumors surfaced that Apple was readying its retail stores to carry Bose products once again, and today 9to5Mac has confirmed that Bose products, including the very popular SoundLink III/ Mini Bluetooth speakers, will once again be sold by Apple alongside its Beats-branded speakers and headphones that it acquired for $3 billion earlier this year…
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Bose products reportedly set to return to Apple Store shelves as early as next week

Avatar for Mike Beasley Dec 8 2014 - 2:33 pm PT
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Earier this year Bose and Apple had a bit of a falling out when the former decided to block NFL players from wearing Beats headphones while on camera, then fined players who violated the rule. Beats Electronics co-founder Jimmy Iovine said at the time that the ban actually served Beats by providing a bit of free publicity.

Apple apparently didn’t agree, and retaliated by pulling all Bose products from its store shelves in October. Around that time the two companies were also duking it out in a patent lawsuit, though they eventually decided to settle.

But Bose products are reportedly headed back to Apple Store shelves…

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9to5Toys Last Call: the thinnest iPhone 6/Plus cases, Snowball USB Mic $40, LG 49″ LED HDTV $400, more

Avatar for Oct 29 2014 - 2:42 pm PT
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Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

The thinnest iPhone 6/Plus cases we’ve found so far and some that are just thick enough to prevent ‘camera wobble’

Blue Microphones Snowball USB mic for Mac/PC/iPad (w/ adapter) $40 shipped (orig. $100)

1080p LED HDTVs: Samsung 60-inch Smart $850 (orig. $1,000), LG 49-inch $400 (orig. $700), more

Kodak’s PIXPRO 360 degree action camera is now available for $349

iTunes gift cards w/ email delivery 20% off from PayPal

Small States: Former Nike designer brings together form and function with the Spool Dock, multiple giveaways

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Bose headphones and speakers no longer available from Apple Online Store

Avatar for Zac Hall Oct 17 2014 - 10:53 am PT
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It was reported last week that Apple would soon stop selling Bose headphones and speakers at its Apple Store locations. Previously, a variety of Bose headphones and speakers were demoed at each Apple Store location and available for purchase there and online. All Bose speakers and headphones have since been completely removed from sale through the Apple Online Store and several Apple Retail Store locations we’ve contacted have confirmed Bose inventory is no longer available.


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Iovine smacks down NFL saying ban gives Beats free publicity, Dre wanted to get into shoes before headphones

Avatar for Mike Beasley Oct 15 2014 - 4:24 pm PT
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Beats co-founder Jimmy Iovine responded to a recent fine levied by the NFL against 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick for wearing Beats headphones during a post-game interview. Iovine said that he was glad players considered Beats ‘cool’ and that the company had gotten millions of dollars worth of publicity out of the media coverage surrounding the ban and subsequent fine.

Iovine also recounted out the Beats brand got started…

Apple Stores expected to provide after-sales service for Beats headphones and speakers soon

Avatar for Ben Lovejoy Oct 14 2014 - 5:29 am PT
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Greek site Techingreek.com is reporting that Apple Service Providers will be providing after-sales service for Beats headphones and speakers within the country, suggesting that Apple itself may be doing the same in countries with Apple retail stores.

The site says that the above message was sent to Apple Service Providers in Greece, stating that they will provide service for Beats Electronics products “in the near future” … 
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Apple reportedly removing Bose products from retail stores as NFL bans & Bose sues Beats

Avatar for Jordan Kahn Oct 10 2014 - 7:23 am PT
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Bose headphones and audio products could soon get the boot from Apple retail stores, according to a report from MacRumors citing “a reliable source.”

While Apple’s acquisition of Beats would seem like the obvious reason behind replacing the many Bose headphones and speakers currently used with iOS and Mac demo units, the report also claims that Apple will be removing Bose products from store shelves in addition to the demo units.
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49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick fined $10,000 for wearing Beats headphones to press conference

Avatar for Mike Beasley Oct 9 2014 - 2:39 pm PT
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Image via <a href="https://twitter.com/PGutierrezESPN/status/518919857832599553" target="_blank">Paul Gutierrez </a>

SF 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has been fined $10,000 by the NFL for wearing a pair of pink Beats by Dre headphones (presumably for Breast Cancer Awareness Month) during a post-game press conference on Sunday. The National Football League recently signed an agreement with Bose that barred players and staff from wearing any other brand of headphones while on camera.

Kaepernick has an endorsement deal with Beats which comes into conflict with that agreement. The player declined to state whether the Apple-owned brand was picking up the tab for this infraction (and potentially others in the future).


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9to5Toys Last Call: MacBook Air 11″ (refurb) $499, Ski Safari iOS freebie, Logitech Powershell (refurb) $20, more

Avatar for Oct 8 2014 - 2:18 pm PT
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Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Apple Macbook Air 11.6-inch 1.4 GHz/ 2GB/ 64GB (refurb, 2012): $499, MacBook w/Superdrive: $399, USB External DVD Drive: $10

Ski Safari: Adventure Time for iOS is IGN’s free game of the month

Games/Apps: Native Instruments & Algoriddim DJ apps 50% off, Logitech Powershell MFi controller (refurb) $20, more

Amp intelligent iPhone speaker case delivers a personalized audio experience, pre-order to save 50%

Small States: Carved wraps your phone w/ wood from sunken ships & skateboards, multiple giveaways

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9to5Toys Last Call: Bose SIE2i headphones $100, Samsung wireless laser printer $100, iPad Air 32GB $490, more

Avatar for Sep 30 2014 - 2:25 pm PT
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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Headphones: Bose SIE2i Sport in-ears (multiple colors) $100 (orig. $150), Harman Bluetooth over-ears (refurb) $99 (orig. $250), more

Daily Deals: Samsung Mono Laser Printer: $100, Creative Bluetooth speaker: $30, more

Apple 32GB WiFi iPads: Air (Silver or Space Gray) $490 (reg. $599), mini (Space Gray) $280 (orig. $429)

Relonch accessory camera lets your iPhone 5/6 take “magazine-class” photos

Pebble Smart Watch for Apple and Android $100 (Reg. $150), Moto 360 Stone Leather: $250

Small States: Owen & Fred send a message and look good doing it, giveaway worth $412, 10% promo code

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9to5Toys Last Call: SanDisk USB/SD/SSD memory up to 60% off, Todoist 6-mo free, Xbox One free game bundles, more

Avatar for Sep 8 2014 - 9:06 am PT
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Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

Amazon GoldBox: Up to 60% off SanDisk USB/SD/ SSD products: 64GB as low as $22, 1TB SSD: $450

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Todoist iOS/Android list and task manager 6-month Premium subscription for free ($14.50 value)

Buy an Xbox One console and snag any game, including Destiny, for free ($60 savings)

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Small States: Myro:Air wants you to have your high quality audio and AirPlay too, giveaway worth $599

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Air starting at $400, new Bose QC25 headphones, Harry Potter collection $50, more

Avatar for Sep 4 2014 - 9:05 am PT
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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

Apple iPad Air from $400, select Retina mini models $100 off at Staples

Headphones:

Harry Potter iTunes collection $50, new Maroon 5 song free, Fandango movie ticket $7, more

$50 iTunes gift card for $40: save 20% on future apps, music, movies, more

Small States: This is Ground perfects craftsmanship with a purpose, giveaway worth $450, 15% discount

Other new deals:

  • New! Games/Apps: Infinity Blade 3 $3, Assassin’s Creed Pirates free, more
  • New! Western Digital introduces 2TB Wireless portable drives with SD Card slot, 6hr battery
  • New! Routers: ASUS Dual Band N450 $30, TRENDnet N450 $15, more
  • New! Daily Deals: Samsung 40″ 1080p Smart HDTV: $499, Mophie Juice Pack: $35, more

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European Commission approves Apple’s acquisition of Beats

Avatar for Benjamin Mayo Jul 28 2014 - 5:10 am PT
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The European Commission has today approved Apple’s acquisition of Beats Electronics and Beats Music. The commission said that the buyout passes merger regulations. The commission concluded that Apple and Beats’ combined marketshare in both the streaming music and headphones markets is low, so an acquisition did not materially affect competition.

In headphones, the EU says that Apple/Beats exists in a global market with numerous other brands, including Bose, Sennheiser and Sony. For streaming music, companies like Spotify and Deezer offered a similar safety buffer. As the EU commission cares only for European operations, the fact that iTunes Radio and Beats Music do not currently operate in European countries also helped the deal go through smoothly.


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Bose files lawsuit against Beats Electronics over noise-cancelling technology patent

Avatar for Zac Hall Jul 25 2014 - 10:53 am PT
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Update: Statement from Bose regarding the complaint below the fold…

Bose has filed a legal complaint against Beats Electronics over the use of noise-cancelling technology used in their headphones, according to CNBC. Apple, of course, announced earlier this year plans to acquire the headphones maker in a $3 billion deal, which it expects to gain regulatory approval for by the end of September.

Re/code reports that Bose has filed a request with the International Trade Commission to ban the sale and import of certain Beats products. The following patents owned by Bose appear to be relevant in the complaint:
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9to5Toys Last Call: Roku LT $37, iPad mini 32GB $300, uNu iPhone 5/5s battery case w/ wireless charging $60, more

Avatar for May 14 2014 - 3:03 pm PT
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Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed,Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Roku LT Streaming Media Player $37 shipped (Reg. $50)

Apple iPad mini 32GB WiFi (black or white): $300 shipped (orig. $429)

uNu Aero 2,000mAh iPhone 5/5s battery case w/ wireless charging pad: $60 shipped (reg. $100)

Bose OE2i On-Ear headphones w/ mic & controls $100 (orig. $180), more from Plantronics and Beyer Dynamic

Save 25% on LifeProof waterproof cases for iPhone 5s/5c/5

Other deals from today:

  • New! Home Deals: Philips Automatic Espresso Machine $360 (Reg. $1600), KitchenAid Stand Mixer $230 (Reg. $350), more
  • New! Eyefi Mobi 16GB SDHC memory card w/ 1-year of Eyefi Cloud for $100 shipped ($130 value)
  • New! Games/Apps: Titanfall (all platforms) $40 shipped, Wii U Skylanders console bundle $199, Toon Shooters FREE, more iOS freebies
  • New! Daily Deals: WD 1.5TB External HD: $70, Beats by Dre Bluetooth Headphones: $159, Portable USB Charger: $10, more
  • New! Men’s Fashion: Eastern Mountain Sports up to 30% off, Calvin Klein 40% off, Gap 40% off, much more


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  • Samsung Galaxy Rush on Boost Mobile +$50 Best Buy Gift Card: $50 shipped
  • ZTE is selling the Firefox OS phone direct via Ebay for $100 shipped

Review: JBL Pulse portable Bluetooth speaker with LED light show

Avatar for Apr 27 2014 - 11:53 am PT
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We’ve taken a look at a vast array of portable Bluetooth speakers and have found that most include similar features but sound quality and reliability can vary greatly. That’s why we eagerly awaited the arrival of our JBL Pulse, because it dares to be unique in a sea of familiarity. A dazzling display of LEDs encompasses the entire unit, bringing your music to life by dancing along with the beat. We put this new speaker to the test to see if this LED-studded speaker is just a novelty or if it has a lasting impact on the way we enjoy our music…


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9to5Toys Last Call: Mpow Bluetooth headphones $33, iOttie iPhone car mount $12.50, Wacom Bamboo iPad stylus $11, more

Avatar for Apr 3 2014 - 10:05 am PT
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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

Bose introduces new colors and designs to their high quality line of headphones

D-Link Whole Home Router w/SmartBeam Coverage, Gigabit, USB SharePort $20 shipped (Reg. $49)

uNu DX iPhone 5/5s 2300mAh MFi Protective Battery Case (multiple colors): $50 shipped (Reg. $90)

Save 40% on handcrafted DODOcase accessories for iPad, iPhone, and other gadgets

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9to5Toys Last Call: Bose OE2 headphones $84, iPad mini 64GB LTE $435, Anker charger $40, Sony BT speaker $98, more

Avatar for Mar 10 2014 - 10:13 am PT
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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

Bose OE2 Over-Ear, fold flat headphones and case: $84 (Reg. $150), QuietComfort 3 Acoustic noise-canceling headphones $285 (Reg. $349)

 

Sony SRS-BTX300 Bluetooth/NFC portable speaker and power bank $98 shipped (Reg. $200)

Samsung 840 EVO Series SSD: 500GB $276.99, 750GB $349.99

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  • Roku announces a new HDMI streaming stick for $50
  • D-Link Releases the First Portable 11AC Router/Server/Charger for $99 shipped

Review: Bose Soundlink III portable Bluetooth speaker — is bigger best?

Avatar for Seth Weintraub Feb 22 2014 - 4:24 pm PT
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I was a huge gushing fan of the Bose Soundlink Mini when I reviewed it this summer, calling it the “Best Sounding portable Bluetooth speaker ever”. For $199 you’d get bookshelf type of power and clarity with 6 hour battery in a portable package that you could throw in a coat pocket, bag, or purse.

This week, Bose started shipping a bigger version, the $299 Soundlink 3 which is officially the successor to the Soundlink 2 but it grabs a lot more technology, features and appearance from the very successful Mini.  The big bro ‘III’ boasts an impressive 14-hour battery, 6 Bluetooth device memory, and doubles the Mini with four drivers and two passive radiators. In the process it doubles in size to a 3-pound package that isn’t nearly as portable as the Mini at 5 inches high, 10 inches wide, and 2 inches deep.

But does that $100 and double size give you appreciably better sound?


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9to5Toys Last Call: Bose AE2 headphones $80, Kingston HyperX 3K 240GB SSD $140, gaming headsets, more

Avatar for Feb 21 2014 - 10:08 am PT
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Today’s can’t miss deals: 

Last Call updates:

Bose AE2 fold-flat headphones $80 shipped (Reg. $150)

Kingston HyperX 3K 240GB SATA III 2.5″ Solid-State Drive $140 shipped (Reg. $210)

Gaming Headsets: Logitech G430s w/ surround sound: $40 (Reg. $80), Turtle Beach Z300s: $128 (Reg. $200), more

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Other great deals from today:

  • New! Daily Deal Roundup: iPad Air 16GB $460, WD My Passport 2TB $100, Logitech Bluetooth Keyboard Cover for iPad $40, much more


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  • Lacie Begins Shipping Their First 5TB External Hard Drive
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9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $169, JBL/Bose/Denon headphone deals, HooToo USB 3.0 hubs from $11, more

Avatar for Jan 30 2014 - 10:03 am PT
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Today’s can’t miss deals: 

Last Call updates:

 

Apple AirPort Extreme (6th gen) 802.11ac wireless base station $169 shipped (Reg. $199)

Headphone Deals:

HooToo USB 3.0 Hubs: 7-port $27 (Reg. $65), 4-port slim bus-powered $11 (Reg. $15)

Other great deals from today:

  • New! Game/App Deals: Mini Ninjas, City Maps 2Go Pro and Car Club go free on iOS, Terraria for Android: $2 (Reg. $5), iOS freebies, more
  • New! iOttie Easy View Universal iPhone car mount $13 shipped (Reg. $23)


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