We are also told that Apple has formed a close relationship with Cisco and that the two companies are hoping to launch by early 2008 a brand new Apple network box that will be a cross between the Apple TV solution and a traditional media centre. Major differences will the networking capability of the box and its integration with other Apple and Cisco products.
Three months ago Cisco invested in an Australian Company Avega Systems which has developed new wireless technology that allows content to be streamed to wireless speakers from various devices.
Several major vendors including Apple have held discussions with the company. It is also expected that over the next few weeks at least three major Hi Fi Companies will announce products incorporating the Avega technology.
Taiwanese sources have also confirmed that Apple is looking at three new versions of the Apple iPhone. One version will be for non US markets and will include several new features not found in the current model on sale in the US.