SAN FRANCISCO, CA  [Monday Oct.16.2006]  /WMQT.com/ -- Apple and Bono have teamed up in the battle against AIDS in Africa by designing a special red nano for Bono's "Red" charity.

A portion of the red nano's sales will go directly to Bono's organization, 10 dollars for each 4GB device sold. Apple will also have Red iTunes gift cards available for saleonline.

Bono said in a press release "We're ecstatic that Apple is giving their customers the choice to buy a red iPod nano and help women and children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa,"

"It's wonderful to see this incredible level of commitment from companies that are willing to lend their creativity in the fight against AIDS in Africa, the greatest health crisis in 600 years."

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