We have a deal on CrossOver 17, software that lets you run Windows apps and games on your Mac from the Dock without booting up a virtual machine or buying Windows. CodeWeavers, the developers, have a software compatibility checker, so make sure you check to see if the software you want to run works before you buy. Normally, CrossOver 17 is $19 through our deal site, but coupon code GIFTSHOP15 at checkout brings it down to $16.15.
Apple Rolls Out watchOS 4.2.2 Beta 2 for Developers
Along with iOS 11.2.5 developer beta 2, Apple released watchOS 4.2.2 beta for Apple Watch on Tuesday. The watchOS beta program is available only to Apple developer program members.
Apple Releases iOS 11.2.5 Developer Beta 2
Apple released iOS 11.2.5 developer beta 2 on Tuesday for the iPhone and iPad. It looks like this update focuses on bug fixes and not new features.
Nose Zone for iPhone X Turns Your Nose into a Laser Targeting System
Yesterday it was Rainbrow, and today it’s Nose Zone, the latest game to take advantage of the iPhone X’s facial tracking. In Nose Zone you point your nose to control an onscreen dot’s movement to destroy boxes. The more boxes you zap before time runs out the higher your score. It’s easy to learn and taught me just how bad I am at aiming with my nose. Nose Zone is a free download at Apple’s App Store.
Net Neutrality Fight, Turn Your iPad into a Security Camera - TMO Daily Observations 2017-12-19
Andrew Orr and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to look at what’s coming in the fight to save Net Neutrality, plus they talk about some apps that turn your old iPad into a security camera.
Apple Annual Shareholder Meeting Set for February 13 2018
Apple’s first shareholder meeting in the Steve Jobs Theater is set for Tuesday, February 13th, 2018. You’ll need a reserved seat to get in.
Depending Upon Which Way You Scroll – Mac Geek Gab 688
With so many options for playing your movies on your Apple TV, how do you make sense of it all? Your two favorite geeks get you there. But first, it’s a healthy list of Cool Stuff Found, including one for a great discount on an Apple TV itself! Then its on to your questions, and you have lots of ’em! No worries, that’s what John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton do on Mac Geek Gab: they answer your questions and solve your problems. Press play, learn, and enjoy! Also, don’t get caught.
Light L16 Unboxing Video by Pop.0
Remember the L16 by Light? This thing has 16 lenses built into the case. 16 of them! John Kheit got one, because [John Kheit], and he did an unboxing video for us. He’ll be taking pictures with this crazy puppy soon, but let’s start with the unboxing! [Correction: A Light representative contacted us to note that the L16 was made available via a “private preorder initiative,” rather than Kickstarter, as John said in the video. John was using “Kickstarter” generically. – Editor]
Net Neutrality is Not Dead Yet - The Fight Continues
There are many signs that suggest Net Neutrality is not dead yet. The fight will continue because there’s so much at stake.
TMO Background Mode Interview with Technical Journalist Dr. Gina Smith
Dr. Gina Smith is a technical journalist and author. She’s well-known for her biography of Steve Wozniak: iWOZ: How I Invented the Personal Computer and Had Fun Doing It which was a New York Times bestseller. And she’s written several other science books. She is also a former correspondent for several ABC News shows including Good Morning America. Gina also hosted a nationally syndicated talk radio show with co-host Leo Laporte for more than a decade. Recently, she earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. We talked about her career which started in chemistry, how she was mentored and evolved as a tech journalist, the writing of the iWoz book, and what she disliked most about TV news. She also told me the famous “Gil Amelio” story which you don’t want to miss.