Apple, vendors confirm iPod headphone-chip rumors (Macworld.com)

Macworld.com - Apple’s third-generation iPod shuffle no longer includes the familiar control pad of previous models, instead providing a slim, three-button remote controller on the headphone cable. As we reported last week, this means the new iPod shuffle is not currently functional with any headphones but Apple’s own. While a number of vendors have announced plans for aftermarket headphones with a similar controller, none are yet available. (link)