U2, Apple in iPod deal

NEW YORK (Think Secret/ www.thinksecret.com) - Apple is going to churn out a special edition U2iPod. Bono is already booked to pump up an upcoming iTunes / iPod adfest, and U2 is releasing its new single initially through iTunes alone, as well as starring in an Apple commercial.

Now, "while Think Secret has been unable to confirm this with one-hundred percent certainty, sources say that Apple is planning to release the U2-edition iPod around the week of November 21, when U2's new album will hit stores," says the site.
"For a small premium over the regular iPod, said to be around $30, the U2-edition iPod will feature a distinctive enclosure and will come pre-loaded with all the band's major album releases."

This wouldn't be the first time, Think Secret points out, adding: "In December, 2002, Apple offered limited-edition "signature iPods" bearing the laser-engraved autographs of Madonna, Tony Hawk, No Doubt, and Beck on the back. The signature iPods carried a $49 premium over regular iPods."