Apple Boombox: The Real Beginning of DIY Radio

The Newscyclist has learned from our friends at AppleInsider perhaps the most exciting thing AppleInsider has ever speculated onis about to come out: a Boombox that streams DIY internet radio directly from an Apple Boombox. This could change the face of radio forever. Imagine the possibilities. Only thing I would worry about is that Apple would rule the universe. Well, worse things have happened.

AppleInsider | Sources: iPod products pulled from Macworld, event may follow: "By Prince McLean and Kasper Jade
Published: 11:15 PM EST

Rumors that something may have been missing from Apple's keynote presentation at Macworld Expo last week may be true, AppleInsider has learned.

Individuals often familiar with the Cupertino, Calif.-based company's plans say Apple's iPod and music-related announcements at the annual trade show were uncharacteristically slim as a result of changes made in the days leading up to the event.

Specifically, Apple is said to have postponed the release of the previously rumored iPod Boombox product due to either: last minute product concerns, component availability or a change in the introduction climate. Apple chief executive Steve Jobs was reportedly less than thrilled with the outcome.

'Other intros got canned at the same time,' said a reliable source.

Nevertheless, Apple is expect to take a second stab at introducing the missing products in the near future, and is rumored to be planning a special media event or other high-profile launch that could be announced soon, sources have said.

In the weeks leading up to Macworld, multiple reports indicated that Apple was preparing to extend its foray into the consumer electronics market with a series of new iPod-related products deemed 'iPod companions.'

Only one such product -- the iPod Boombo"