Broken iPod? Sell it for $44!

While rumors circulate that the next generation of iPods will have built in WiFi capabilities similar to the Microsoft Zune mp3 player, others worry about getting their hands on old and broken iPods.

The amazing part is that they're paying the big bucks to do so. While older generation iPods go for as little as $3, you can fetch between $44 to $55 for a broken 5th generation video iPod. So, if that's your case and instead of throwing away your non-working iPod, try it out first at BuyMyBrokeniPod.com and see what you get back.

The big question is: why are they willing to pay so much for broken iPods? The response is obvious: they found out a way to make a revenue out of those separate parts that still work.

Source: the iPods Blog

Cracking Zunes?

There's a rumor around saying that the numerous reports that Microsoft Call Center has been receiving, regarding the Zune screen cracking for no apparent reason after being left charging overnight, have a good reason after all.

Apparently, the lithium ion battery -- which resides right behind the top half of the Zune's screen -- is expanding from overheating and putting too much pressure on the screen, causing it to crack.

Now, is this really true? Or is this just a story a few Zune-droppers conveniently made up to try and get a free repair? You all Zune owners be the judge...

Source: Engadget