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Saturday, July 12, 2008

The Use of Audiobooks on the iPod is on the Rise

iPod and MP3 players are becoming omnipresent. Everywhere you go, you see the familiar headphones in someones ears. And with the busy lifestyles we live, it is no wonder that audiobook sales are soaring. The combination of audiobooks and iPods are now making it possible for people to listen to their books on tape, or audiobooks where ever they go.

Apple and its many retail partners managed to sell 88 iPods per minute in 2006 which totaled 46,432,000 iPods sold. That is more then 1 iPod sold per second! The Christmas season from October and December were obviously the busiest of the year.

IPod sales look to continue to grow in 2007. In the first quarter of 2006, total iPods sold were 8.53 million. It is estimated that for the first quarter of 2007 iPod sales will be over 10 million. Some predict that the new iPhone will slow down iPod sales, but others feel the iPhone will not be competition due to its US $500 Price plus associated fees.

Audiobook sales have also been soaring. In 2005, audiobook sales totaled $871 million. Audio books are getting a boost in sales due to the rise in popularity of downloadable audiobooks which represented 9 percent of total audio book sales in 2005. While that number may seem small, it is a 50 percent increase in sales from 2004. It is fair to predict that audiobook downloads are going to continue to rise due to the rise in popularity of iPods and MP3 players.

Another reason audiobook download sales are going to continue to soar is that as of this year, almost all new cars are now capable of playing digital audio files. 97 million Americans drive alone to work everyday, and commuters are stuck in traffic an average of 62 hours per year. That is 32 percent of the entire U.S. population, and that does not even include those who commute by bike, bus, train or car pool. Now that audiobooks can be played so easily in cars and on iPods, its easy to see that audiobook download sales are going to skyrocket even further.

It is clear that with the rise in iPods and MP3 players, and the rise in audiobook downloads go hand in hand. Listening to your audiobooks on iPods is a great way to maximize your time. It seems to be harder then ever to find the time to read. We can now find time to read, or rather listen thanks to our trusted iPods and MP3 players.

We can multi-task by listening to our audiobooks as we exercise, clean the house, commute to work, or even just listen to as we relax. In fact, there are several audiobook titles that are designed to help you fall asleep and to relax.

Many businessmen love listening to their sales or motivation audiobooks. Students are listening to assigned literature on their iPods as audiobooks. People are learning a foreign language with audiobooks. And couples are saving their relationships by listening to audiobooks.

Audiobook downloads are priced far better then audiobooks in prepackaged CDs, which another great feature. There are also many free titles to listen to and many quality websites let you listen to five minutes of your audiobook before making a purchase.

It is easy to download your audiobook off of the Internet. You simply select your title, make the secure purchase, then you are ready to download. The download takes seconds to a few minutes depending on the size of the file on most computers. If you have a dialup, you can select the smallest size file for each title which is not as good of quality, but still sounds as good as any audiobook CD you may have purchased from the store. Once you download your audiobook, you can play it on your PC, burn it to disc, or you can load it to your iPod or MP3 player.

After learning how easy it is do listen to an audio book on your iPod or MP3 player, what are you waiting for, go out there and listen to you audio book today!

If you are ready to start downloading your audiobooks today, the author recommends visiting http://www.audiobookstoreportal.com If you own a website and would like to sell audiobooks through your site, visit http://www.audiobookstoreportal.com/affiliatesignup.html

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When Wireless Broadband Meets VoIP

For a long time, wireless cell phones using broadband were the only solution to communicating on the go. But a few years ago, people developed a new way to communicate with their phones and its called VoIP, or voice over internet protocol. Many people may have already heard of Vonage, the company that pioneered the use of VoIP, but these same people may not know what it is and how it works. People also might be wondering why its a lot cheaper than traditional wireless plans.

VoIP is a new revolutionary way to make phone calls, sometimes for free. This new technology allows you to make phone calls through your computer and an internet connection. It uses IP addresses to connect you to whoever youre trying to call. But voIP isnt limited to just computer to computer phone calls. It can also make calls when someone is in reach of any wi-fi hotspot. All you need is a IP phone and a power supply. Of course, with every new technology, there will be up-sides and down-sides.

When you subscribe to a service like Vonage, they will only charge you around thirty dollars a month while other cell phone companies will charge around fifty. If you download VoIP software off the internet and use it to make long distance calls, it will cost you nothing in most cases and it takes around five minutes to set it up. Now, companies are developing ways to allow people to use voIP on popular smart phones such as the Motorola Q and the Samsung Blackjack. The reason its so cheap is that voIP costs about a two thirds less than wireless to maintain. Placing a call using VoIP will only cost a company like Vonage one third of the cost that Cingular or T-mobile has to pay. And now that people know how to convert wireless phones to IP phones using Motorola Q accessories or Samsung Blackjack Accessories, cell phone companies are starting to lose business to VoIP providers, but new technology always has certain important disadvantages.

For example, when you do not have a WI-FI signal, the phone will have no dial tone. Also, emergency calls to 911 will be a problem as well. These IP calls are untraceable so if you are unable to tell the 911 operator where you are, they wont be able to find you.

VoIP wont be a large threat to wireless companies for a decade or two because of these problems. They are not small either and it will take companies like Cingular more than a decade to switch to this cheaper technology. Stay with your expensive wireless company for now.

Natalie Aranda is a freelance writer. For a long time, wireless cell phones using broadband were the only solution to communicating on the go. But a few years ago, people developed a new way to communicate with their phones and its called VoIP, or voice over internet protocol. And now that people know how to convert wireless phones to IP phones using Motorola Q accessories or Samsung Blackjack Accessories, cell phone companies are starting to lose business to VoIP providers, but new technology always has certain important disadvantages.

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Ten Essential Things to Do When You Visit Lithuania

If you are looking for a place where you can just chill, relax and be laid back, then the place for you to go is Lithuania. Unlike other foreign countries, Lithuania doesn't offer much in terms of archaeological pleasure. It makes up for this lack, however, through the visual pleasures you can find within the country.

1.) Vilnius

Vilnius is actually the capital city of Lithuania and the first place you might want to go to if you are in search of excellent shopping centers. Because Vilnius is the capital city, it also follows that it is a commercial and industrial port. As such, you can find the best local buys in here.

2.) Curonian Spit

The Curonian Spit is actually a large area that covers four settlements. More than that, however, it is the best place to enjoy nature in Lithuania. In here, you can smell the fresh smell of pine trees as well as the aroma of the outdoors, and you can do various outdoor activities in here such as skiing in the summer and winter.

3.) Hills of Crosses

Portrayed in numerous art paintings, the Hills of Crosses is actually a hillock where approximately thousands of crosses can be found. It is unclear as to how the hill became a place for planting crosses. But since early times, the Hills of Crosses has been a place where crosses of all sizes and shapes can be found.

4.) Druskininkai

The best place to go during the summer is in Druskininka, where mineral streams and summer activities are abundant. The mineral streams in the place are said to possess curative characteristics. It is even thought of as a healthy place to enjoy your summer vacation.

5.) Palanga

Botanical parks, seaside resorts and restaurants, and beaches are only some of the avenues that you will see in Palanga. Here, you can experience maximum pleasure and enjoyment. In Palanga, there is no limit to just how much fun you can get.

6.) National Museums

There are two most known museums in Lithuania. One is the National Museum in Lithuania which was opened in 1855, and in here, you get a background and history of the country just by a tour of the place. Another is the Lithuania Art Museum, and art is so much valued in the country, and there have been many popular painters and artists that were born in Lithuania.

7.) Folk Festivals

Various local festivals are celebrated throughout the country. Make sure that you get a taste of how Lithuanians celebrate their festivals where food and colorful costumes are just two of the sure things you will enjoy during the folk festivals of Lithuania. There are many festivals and celebrations in Lithunia, and your visit is surely bound to coincide with one of their timely celebrations.

8.) Kaunas, Lithuania

Though not as lively a port hub as Vilniua, Kaunas is a place where you can enjoy and do your shopping. More than that, there are various industrial hubs within the area which you must visit. Here, you will get a taste of local Lithuania culture and way of living.

9.) Medieval Castle

One of the most esteemed buildings in Lithuania is the Medieval Castle, a castle which stands in the midst of the waters. It was built way back 14th century, and its purpose was to drive away enemy knights from Germany. The castle is still standing strong until now.

10.) Church of St. Paul and St. Peter

The Church of St. Paul and St. Peter is where you will truly get the feel of how the locals of Lithuanians revere and praise. Whereas Lithuania before did not allow religion from being publicly practiced, Roman Catholicism is now ever prevalent and practiced within the nation. So, this church is a must-see for any visitor to the country.

Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos Visit http://www.destinationguide.tv/lithuania to view or share Lithuania travel videos

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