Apple has even buried Apple TV in its online store, taking it off the graphical section of its storefront, and sticking it under the iPod accessories section.

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Sounds less like Apple is trying to look out for consumers (who may end up paying a little more for Made for iPod accessories unless manufacturers decide to take a hit on their margins) and more like they're just looking for a way to get a nice chunk of the rapidly-growing market for third-party accessories without actually having to sell anything extra themselves.

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The hotel has 638 completely remodeled contemporary rooms with iPod docks and other current accessories.

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The app also runs on first generation iPhone and iPod Touch, but third party accessories for GPS reception are required for these devices.

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The compact and ingeniously designed case allows users to carry their mobile phones, along with their headphones and all accessories, and lets them prop up their iPod Touch or iPhone devices for easy use while on-the-go.

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If any accessories-maker WAS going to get the new iPod early, we doubt it'd be some unknown company like Uniea.

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