October 16, 2009
∞ Piqqem uses "Wisdom of Crowds" to track Apple stock
Mac users and Apple watchers often groan when they see a new report or prediction from an industry analyst, believing that much of the information is worthless. (more…)
October 15, 2009
∞ Apple now allows in-app purchases for free apps
In a note sent to iPhone developers on Thursday and seen by The Loop, Apple gave the thumbs-up to in-app purchases for free apps. (more…)
∞ Sidekick user data recovered, says Microsoft
Microsoft on Thursday confirmed that “most, if not all” data from the catastrophic server failure affecting Sidekick users has been recovered. (more…)
∞ Analyst predicts better than expected Mac, iPhone sales
Strong demand for the Mac and iPhone are expected to push Apple beyond what Wall Street predicts the company will report for its September quarter next week. (more…)
October 14, 2009
∞ Apple releases Performance Update 1.0
Apple on Wednesday released Performance Update 1.0 for users of Mac OS X Leopard and a separate file for Snow Leopard users. (more…)
∞ Apple increases U.S. computer market share, at 8.8 percent
Apple grew its U.S. computer market share, finishing the third-quarter of 2009 with 8.8 percent share. (more…)
∞ Apple ships modified iPhone 3GS to stop hacking
Apple has taken an usual step in its efforts to stop groups from hacking its iPhone hardware — it changed the iPhone 3GS in mid-production. (more…)
October 13, 2009
∞ iMovie introduces iFrame video format support
Apple on Tuesday released iMovie 8.0.5, an update to the version of its video editing software included with iLife ‘09. The free update is available for download through the Software Update system preference, or from the Web site. (more…)
∞ EFF warns Texas Instruments to stop bullying calculator hobbyists
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) on Tuesday issued a warning to Texas Instruments (TI) to back-off its legal threats made to calculator enthusiasts. (more…)
∞ Sidekick failure highlights cloud computing shortcomings
Microsoft subsidiary Danger last weekend suffered a catastrophic server failure that has led to the loss of personal information by some users of the T-Mobile Sidekick, a cell phone and personal communication device. And it dramatically underscores the shortcomings of trusting all your data backup exclusively to so-called “cloud” services. (more…)
∞ SuperDuper update improves speed under Snow Leopard
It’s not often that we cover software updates, but when the product being updated is backup utility SuperDuper, we’ll make an exception. (more…)
∞ Sonos ZonePlayer S5 wireless music system controlled by iPhone
Sonos on Tuesday expanded its multi-room music system catalog with the new ZonePlayer S5, a new wireless music system that works with iTunes and uses the iPhone or iPod touch as a controller. It costs $399 and will be available later this month. (more…)
∞ Roxio's Popcorn 4 helps Mac users convert video
Roxio on Tuesday announced the release of Popcorn 4, a new version of its video conversion software based on technology developed for Roxio’s popular CD and DVD burning software, Toast. Popcorn costs $49.99, with upgrades available for previous users. It’s expected to debut at retail in early November. (more…)
October 12, 2009
∞ Logic Pro 9.0.2 update fixes Flex Markers alignment
Apple on Monday released an update for its Digital Audio Workstation, Logic 9, fixing several issues. (more…)
∞ Microsoft extends support for Office 2004
If you use Office 2004 because of its VBA support, you’ll be glad to hear Microsoft is extending support for the suite of applications until January 10, 2012. (more…)
∞ FXpansion releases BFD Cocktail expansion kit
Drum sampler-maker FXpansion recently released a new expansion kit for users of its BFD2 drum sampler. (more…)
∞ FTC Chairman praises Levinson's resignation from Google board
FTC Chairman Jon Leibowitz feels Arthur Levinson made the right decision leaving Google’s Board of Directors. Leibowitz praised the decision in a statement released on Monday. (more…)
∞ Recording an acoustic guitar into your Mac
Technology is allowing just about anyone to record music without venturing into a traditional recording studio. That’s good and bad. (more…)
∞ Levinson quits Google's board, stays with Apple
Genentech Chairman Arthur D. Levinson on Monday announced his resignation from Google’s Board of Directors, choosing instead to remain on Apple’s board. (more…)
∞ TomTom Car Kit for iPhone comes to Europe
Good news for European drivers looking for directions with their iPhones: TomTom on Monday announced that its car kit for the iPhone is now available, both from TomTom’s own Web site and Apple’s online store. (more…)
October 9, 2009
∞ Adobe intros Photoshop.com mobile for iPhone app
There are a lot of ways to get Photoshop these days, including your iPhone. (more…)
October 8, 2009
∞ Hands On: Beta Monkey's Double Bass Mania IV: Groove Metal
For some musicians, there is no better sound than that of a real acoustic drum set. If that’s you, I have a real treat for you in this review. (more…)
∞ iPhone 3.1.2 update fixes wake from sleep issue
Apple on Thursday released iPhone OS 3.1.2, an update to the software that operates on the iPhone, iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. The update is available for free download for any iPhone OS 3 user, through iTunes. (more…)
∞ Dell should sell the company and give money to the shareholders
I’ll never forget Michael Dell’s comments at a 1997 technology conference when asked what he would do to fix Apple. (more…)
October 7, 2009
∞ Beta Monkey releases Double Bass Mania IV: Groove Metal
Hot on the heals of Double Bass Mania III, Beta Monkey Music on Wednesday released Double Bass Mania IV: Groove Metal. (more…)
∞ Report: Apple tablet shipments to begin in 1Q10
Apple’s long-rumored tablet computer will begin shipping in the first quarter of 2010, according to a report on DigiTimes. (more…)
October 6, 2009
∞ Chamber of Commerce chastises Apple for its departure
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce wasted no time firing back at Apple for leaving the organization, according to a story on the Dow Jones. (more…)
∞ Apple amending iPhone developer agreement to include VoIP apps
With AT&T’s decision on Tuesday to enable the use of VoIP apps on its network, Apple is moving quickly to make changes for its developers. (more…)
∞ AT&T agrees to VoIP coverage for iPhones, on 3G network
AT&T announced Tuesday that it has “taken the steps necessary so that Apple can enable VoIP applications on iPhone to run on AT&T’s wireless network.” This means that iPhone users in the U.S. will now be able to use VoIP apps when they’re connected to AT&T’s 3G network, rather than just Wi-Fi. (more…)
∞ Hands On: IK Multimedia's GrooveMaker for the iPhone
When I first heard that IK Multimedia was making an iPhone app, I was sure it had to be something for the guitar. I was wrong. (more…)