Archives for August 2010
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Browse By Day in August 2010
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Amazon: New Kindle Most Popular Ever; Don’t Ask How Many
Amazon announced Wednesday that its latest Kindle model is the best selling Kindle yet, though that wasn’t backed up by…
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MGG 282: Safari Tabs, MobileMe Reset, Terminal Primer
John and Dave have a great discussion today answering your questions, sharing your tips, and more. Topics include tweaking Safari’s…
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Propellerhead Ships Reason 5, Record 1.5
Propellerhead Software announced Wednesday that Reason 5 and Record 1.5 have shipped. Reason 5 adds the Dr. Octo Rex loop…
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Refurb MacBook Air 1.86GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 13” Laptop: $1349
The Deal Brothers noted that Apple is offering the refurbished MacBook Air 1.86GHz Intel Core 2 Duo laptop for $1349.…
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Apple Sets Media Event for September 1st
Apple has begun inviting media to a Media Event on Wednesday, September 1st to be held at the Yerba Buena…
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My Take on Ted’s MacBook Dilemma
Ted Landau and I are in the same boat. We’d like a Macintosh with less weight, but one that’s full…
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The Tuffshield Anti-Glare Screen For Your iPad - Do You Need It?
XtremeMac offers a heavy duty, anti-glare screen protector for the face of your iPad. Is it worth the hefty…
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A No Nonsense, Durable Case For An iPad
If all you want for your iPad is rugged protection that is easy to put on and take off, this…
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Apple Bows Out of O2’s “Green” Phone Rankings
O2 has launched a new program that rates phones based on how environmentally friendly they are, but Apple isn’t interested…
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My MacBook Purchase Dilemma
I am in the market to replace my three-year-old 15” MacBook Pro. My purchase remains on hold, however, until I…
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HTC Files Answer in Apple Patent Lawsuit
HTC files its answer to Apple’s patent infringement lawsuit in Delaware with the expected denial that it has done anything…
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Reader Discussion: Favorite iPad Productivity Apps
There’s a long list of iPad apps that can help improve your productivity, and today TMO readers are sharing their…
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Yahoo! Goes Bing in US, Canada
Yahoo! officially made the switch from its own search engine technology to Microsoft’s Bing in the U.S. and Canada on…
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Motorola Buys Web App Development Company 280 North
Motorola is hoping to enhance the Android smartphone market with the purchase of 280 North. The company includes former Apple…
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BatchOutput Adds IDML Export Support
Zevrix Solutions announced the immediate availability of BatchOutput 3.9 on Wednesday. The update for the automated printing and output tool…
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Report: Apple & Fox Working Out Deal for 99-Cent TV Rentals
Apple and Fox Corp. are busily working out details for US$0.99 TV show rentals, according to a report from Bloomberg.…
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ACM 176: Mini iPads, the RIAA, Asustek Sales Woes
The rumor mill says Apple is working on a mini iPad, the RIAA thinks you need to listen to FM…
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Apple Releases Security Update 2010-005 to Address 8 Issues
Apple released a security update on Tuesday for Mac OS X. The patch notes for “Security Update 2010-005” are particularly…
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Exploring Oracle’s Lawsuit Against Google
There are some who claim that Oracle’s lawsuit against Google, which claims that Google has violated Java licensing in the…
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ASUS VW246H 24” Widescreen LCD Monitor: $199.99
The Deal Brothers found a deal on the ASUS VW246H 24” Widescreen LCD Monitor for $199.99. This display ships for Free, and…
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Porn Industry Successfully Commercializes iPhone’s FaceTime
From the “That Didn’t Take Long” files, comes news from adult Web site company (i.e. porn) iP4Play.com, which announced Tuesday…
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Simplenote for iPhone and iPad Adds Tags, Sharing
Codality released an updated version of Simplenote for the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad on Tuesday. The update for the…
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Newer’s HDMI Adapter Gets Your Mac on the Big Screen
Tired of choosing between lousy hotel programming on a big flatscreen TV or limitless content on your laptop? Newer Technology’s…
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Apple Manager Loaded Shoeboxes with $150K in Kickback Scheme
Paul Shin Devine, the Apple mid-level manager charged with selling confidential iPhone and iPod information to Asian parts suppliers, apparently…
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Jeff Gamet Discusses Technology in Education on MacJury
The Mac Observer’s Jeff Gamet joined MacJury host Chuck Joiner and several other guests on the MacJury podcast to talk…
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Freeway 5.5 Adds Gallery Tools, More
Softpress announced the immediate availability of Freeway Pro and Freeway Express 5.5 on Tuesday. The new versions of the graphic-based…
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Reader Discussion: Favorite iPad Apps
Today TMO readers are talking about their favorite apps for Apple’s iPad multimedia tablet.
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Patent Applications Hint at Touch Screen Macs
Apple may be considering adding touch-based interfaces to its computer lineup based on information in a series of patent applications.…
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iTunes U Hits 300 Million Downloads
Downloads from Apple’s iTunes U program topped the 300 million mark on Tuesday. The educational arm of the iTunes Store…
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China Unicom iPhone 4 Launch May be Sept 16
Inside sources at China Unicom claim the carrier will begin selling Apple’s iPhone 4 in the country on September 16,…
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Blatner Tools Adds InDesign CS5 Support
DTP Tools announced the immediate availability of Blatner Tools for InDesign CS5 on Tuesday. The updated version of the InDesign…
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Google Mobile App for iOS Adds Push Notifications for Gmail and Calendar
Google has updated Google Mobile App for iPhone and iPad to version 0.6.0.4416, an update that adds Push notifications for…
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Acer: iPad Will Drop to 20% of Tablet Market, Losing to “Open” Android
Apple may be king of the tablet market with its iPad, but as that market stabilizes, Apple see its share…
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MGG 281: iTunes Management, Sleep Issues, AppleCare, More
John and Dave answer reader questions about managing iTunes music and libraries, helping listeners with sleep issues, troubleshooting AirPort and…
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Digg Founder Gives Thumbs Up to $99 iTV Rumor
Digg founder and former TechTV personality Kevin Rose has given his stamp of approval to the rumor that Apple will…
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ABC On The Go for iPhone Helps Kids Learn to Read
I-itch Inc. announced Monday the release of ABC On The Go, an app for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad that…
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Refurbished iMac 27-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo: $1269
The Deal Brothers noted that Apple was offering the refurbished iMac 27-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo for $1269, with…
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Analyst: Apple, Verizon Working on Deal Details
Apple is working on adding more iPhone partners in the U.S., according to Kaufman Bros. analyst Shaw Wu, but don’t…
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L5 Remote is the Best (So Far)
The L5 Remote from L5 Technology is the fourth in a series of universal remote control hardware/app combinations I’m reviewing.…
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The iPad Space Dock Stand Is Perfect With Your Bluetooth Keyboard
If you want or need to use an external keyboard with your iPad, you should check out the new iPad…
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Analyst: Apple Gross Margins Ready to Climb
Apple’s bottom line is already healthy, and it may be ready to start improving even more, according to Gleacher &…
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News Corp Hires Viacom Exec for iPad Newspaper
Greg Clayman is leaving his position as Viacom’s head of digital distribution to join manage business operations for the upcoming…
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Google Buys Like.com Visual Search Engine
Internet search giant Google is expanding yet again with the purchase of Like.com. The company is known for its visually-based…
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Reader Speculation: AAPL at $400
Today TMO readers are talking about what it would take for Apple’s stock to hit US$400, and not if, but…
