Announced during the company’s March quarter results, Apple described an aggressive plan for what is the single largest share buyback plan in history, and here’s what Bryan Chaffin thinks that means.
iPhone Addiction is Our Problem, Not Apple's
Sure. We can whine. Apple is causing our iPhone addiction. Except, that’s not true. The cause is us. The solution is in us.
If Apple Built a Family Robot, What Would it Be Like?
Apple has made no announcements. There aren’t even any leaks or rumors. But if Apple were to build a family service/companion robot, what would it be like? John ponders.
Gifts for Moms, Dads, and Grads: Part 2
After trying myriad attaché-style briefcases and messenger bags, Dr. Mac decided the backpack is a much more practical form of luggage. After trying dozens of ‘em over the years, he lists a few of his faves along with several other great gifts for the mom, dad, or grad in your life.
Three Ways to Fix Mac Hard Disk Failures
For as long as Dr. Mac can remember he’s relied upon the same three products when his hard (or solid state) disks go bad: Apple’s Disk Utility (free), Prosoft Engineering’s Drive Genius ($79), and Alsoft’s DiskWarrior ($119.99), but only one has succeeded three times in the past few months after the other two failed… Read Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves Episode #276 to find out which one succeeded and which two failed!
Looking Ahead to The Lack of Steve Jobs' Influence on Apple's Next CEO
While many have argued that Apple has lost its footing without Steve Jobs at the helm, and some will say Apple hasn’t released any revolutionary new products, Apple’s success since Steve left-then-passed is undeniable. Many of us remember times where any non-Steve Jobs CEO at Apple was complete and utter failure. That’s most certainly not been the case with Tim Cook.
Ralph Nader Uses Apple's Success as Focal Point for His Causes in Open Letter
Ralph Nader has penned an open letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook urging him to suspend his company’s plan to to spend US$100 Billion on stock buybacks.
New Apple Strategy: Partner with Microsoft For Future Battles
The battlefield amongst the tech giants is constantly shifting. Each is innovating while looking for weaknesses in the competitors. A formal Apple partnership with Microsoft would change the balance of power.
Gifts for Moms, Dads, and Grads: Part I
Here’s the first (of what Bob LeVitus hopes will be many) gender-neutral gift guides for the moms, dads, and grads (of either sex) that you know and love.
Apple Helped Finance Development of 'Revolutionary' Carbon-Free Aluminum Smelting Process
The company said it contributed to a $144 million fund used to finance research and development of the process
The Argument for Apple to Ship a New Mac mini is Even Stronger Now
A confluence of products, competition, and timing means Apple couldn’t have a better opportunity to deliver a new Mac mini.
Our Daily Lives Are All About Privacy and Security on Great Apple Hardware
There was a time when our computing lives basically revolved around the jazz of cool hardware. Nowadays, it’s all about the social impact of the software we use.
Tim Cook: Democracies Depend on Free and Diverse Press
The message marked World Press Freedom Day, which is a trending hashtag on Twitter.
Underneath the Spin on Apple's iPad Sales Lurks a Genuine Puzzle
Yes, Apple’s iPad sales are up year over year for the second fiscal quarter. But there’s much more to the story.
It's Shortsighted for Apple to Discontinue AirPort Products
For two decades, Apple has been there for its customers who want a great, easy-to-understand, easy-to-set-up, Wi-Fi system. Why give that up?
Shadowy Brokers Pay Millions for Zero Day Exploits, While Tech Giants Pay Thousands
There’s a new company called Crowdfense that represents the obstacles companies like Apple, Google, and other operating system vendors have in keeping their platforms secure.
Two Free Mac Apps Help You Find Huge Files Fast
Dr. Mac says he always uses one of two free apps to hunt down huge files on his boot disk. Both have been around for years, and both find huge files faster and easier (at least in his humble opinion) than any other technique.
Grayshift Customer Leaves iPhone Cracking Box Exposed, Data Breach Ensues
And the data breach resulted in a semi-public attempt at extortion by the not-very-good-at-extortion thieves.
When Artificial Intelligence Becomes Human Intelligence, Look Out
Every tech giant is working on what’s labelled Artificial Intelligence (AI). But just what is AI, really? Simple Machine Learning? Or the duplication of human intellectual capabilities and beyond? John has the story. Plus more news debris.
Cybersecurity Tech Accord: 34 Tech Companies Just Promised a Bunch of Nothing
The Accord has gotten some positive headlines, but Bryan Chaffin doesn’t think the announcement stands up to logical scrutiny.
