GamersGate is an online game download site that services both Mac and Windows PC users. The company’s CEO Theo Berquist says he thinks rival Valve’s Steam service is “peaking now” and believes “Steam will have a harder time remaining #1.” … Continued
Monthly Archives: February 2011
∞ Blizzard Entertainment announces BlizzCon 2011
Blizzard Entertainment has announced the dates and location of BlizzCon, its annual gathering of fans. BlizzCon 2011 is set to return to the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. on Oct. 21-22, 2011.
∞ Fujifilm aims FinePix X100 at advanced, pro photographers
Fujifilm North America on Tuesday introduced the FinePix X100, a new digital camera aimed at advanced consumers and professional photographers. It’s coming in March for $1,199.95.
∞ Choosing the right EQ audio plug-in for your mix
One of the most frequently asked music questions I get is what EQ plug-in I use on my mixes. It may seem like an easy question to answer, but it’s not.
∞ iPad looms large in Super Bowl TV ads
While Apple didn’t buy ad space during Sunday night’s Super Bowl XLV, its presence could certainly be felt in two advertisements than ran during the event: one for Motorola and the other for The Daily.
∞ Photography for beginners: Share and share alike
Why do you take photos? For what reason or purpose? I take photos to capture moments in time. But to also share those photos among friends, family and listeners of Your Mac Life. And there are many different ways to … Continued
∞ AT&T ad strikes at Verizon iPhone's weakness: simultaneous voice and data
And the war to win the hearts and minds of potential iPhone buyers begins. AT&T has started running ads that demonstrate a key difference between the iPhone running on their network and Verizon’s: simultaneous voice and data transmission.
∞ iPhone 4 pre-orders break Verizon sales record
Verizon Wireless announced Friday that online pre-orders of the iPhone 4 have resulted in “the most successful first day sales in the history of the company.”
∞ 17 iPhone, iPod and iPads apps for Super Bowl XLV
It’s Super Bowl time!
∞ Verizon, Apple suspend iPhone 4 pre-orders, for now
Looks like the first round of iPhone 4s from Verizon have all been spoken for
∞ Mac App Store game developer claims piracy
Wolfire Games, makers of Lugaru and Lugaru HD, claim another developer is trying to pass off their work as their own. The other developer, iCoder, claims they’re doing nothing wrong. The sticking point is the interpretation of an open source … Continued
∞ Office Web Apps now available in 150 countries
Microsoft’s Office Web Apps team on Thursday released versions of the apps in 150 additional countries.
∞ GadgetTrak supports iOS device cameras
ActiveTrak has announced the release of GadgetTrak 2.5, a new version of its theft recovery software for iOS. The update is available for download from the App Store, and the app costs 99 cents.
∞ ActiveSAN steps into the Xserve breach
Active Storage has introduced a device for Xsan installations with a look and pedigree that should satisfy even the most stalwart Xserve holdouts. The ActiveSAN is expected to be released some time in the second quarter of 2011.
∞ Marvel offers Chrome-based comic app
Marvel Entertainment has begun offering access to its comics through Marvel Comics on Chrome, a new Web app designed to work through Google’s Chrome Web browser (and available through the Google Chrome Web Store). The software enables you to browse … Continued
∞ iPhone 4 now available for pre-order to Verizon customers
The Verizon version of the iPhone 4 is now available for pre-order to Verizon customers. “Existing Verizon customers, pre-order now” is the message that greets visitors to Apple’s Web site on Thursday.
∞ First thoughts on The Daily
A number of people called and emailed today asking my opinion of The Daily after today’s event, so I thought I’d write down my first impressions.
∞ The Daily now available in the App Store
After announcing it at a special event in New York just minutes ago, The Daily is now available on the App Store.
∞ 'The Daily' event live update
The Loop is at The Daily event in New York City and will bring you live coverage as it happens. The event will feature News Corp Chairman and CEO Rupert Murdoch and Apple’s Eddy Cue as they launch The Daily, … Continued
∞ Google: Bing copying Google's search results
Google on Tuesday accused search engine rival, Microsoft’s Bing, of copying its search engine results.
∞ Apple responds to Sony in-app purchase report
Apple on Tuesday responded to reports that it has changed its policies regarding in-app purchases from the App Store.
∞ Apple to control in-app purchases from App Store
Apple on Tuesday made a move to further tighten its control over the App Store.