For a lot of musicians Boss is one of the most trusted name in the music business. The company on Wednesday added to its product line with a portable studio.
Monthly Archives: March 2010
∞ Apple may match Amazon e-book prices
There has been a lot of talk about how much Apple will charge for books in its iBookstore, mostly because it is believed that Apple will charge more than Amazon. That may not be the case. A report from someone … Continued
∞ Microsoft releases Messenger for Mac 8 beta
Microsoft’s Macintosh Business Unit on Wednesday released Messenger for Mac 8 beta, adding support for audio and video calls.
∞ Random House worries iPad could erode e-book prices
Even though Apple has many of the top book publishers signed up for its iBookstore, one of the largest — Random House — is still missing. While the company conceded the iPad and similar products were here to stay, executives … Continued
∞ Harvard University joins Apple's iTunes U
iTunes U has a new contributor to its educational content. Harvard University on Tuesday launched its own content channel on Apple’s service.
∞ Analyst: Apple expected to make an HDTV in 2-4 years
Apple has entered the consumer marketplace with several products, but one analyst expects the company to delve even deeper into the market with a connected-HDTV.
∞ Mac App Store Bodega 1.0 launches
Mac software developer, Freshcode, on Tuesday officially launched its Mac App Store called Bodega.
∞ Nintendo leaves gaming world scratching its head over 3D announcement
Nintendo has quietly announced on its Japanese Web site plans to introduce a new portable game device capable of producing 3D graphics. Nintendo said it will reveal more news at E3, the annual gaming convention which returns to Los Angeles, … Continued
∞ Thanks to Steam, game developers look at the Mac with renewed interest
I had a feeling that if Valve stood up and walked into the Mac market without fear that others would follow, and I’m hoping this is a sign that I’m right: Apparently Gas Powered Games plan support for the Mac, … Continued
∞ Now Software closes up shop
I remember Now Software from way back. The main products the company had at that time were Now Contact and Now Up To Date, two personal management tools for the Mac. Sadly in recent years, the company’s projects were too … Continued
∞ Apple begins selling unlocked iPhone 3GS (Updated: Not unlocked)
Monday is a good day for those that want to use an iPhone 3GS on a wireless network other than AT&T.
∞ Apple adds Gift This App option
Apple on Monday added the ability to gift apps on the App Store. This means that you no longer have to buy a generic gift certificate to get someone an application, you can buy them the application itself. This has … Continued
∞ Can the Kindle compete on the iPad?
Amazon on Monday announced a new app designed specifically for Apple’s iPad and other tablet devices. It’s not a big surprise that they will have an app, but can they compete against Apple on the platform?
∞ The Gamer Mind, as Explained by Sid Meier
One of the most well-known names in the gaming industry is Sid Meier, who brought us the legendary Civilization series over the last few decades (as well as some other titles which few of us can remember the name of) … Continued
∞ Amazon, Barnes & Noble updating e-book apps for iPad
Amazon and Barnes & Noble already have e-book reading software available for the iPhone and iPod touch. While those apps will certainly run on the iPad as well, both companies have disclosed iPod-specific plans as well, according to the New … Continued
∞ Hacker plans to reveal 30 Apple security flaws
Charlie Miller said he will reveal 30 security flaws he found with Apple’s Preview application at the CanSecWest security conference. Twenty of the flaws were found in the way Apple’s Preview app handles PDF documents. Unfortunately, because Safari uses the … Continued
∞ Apple begins accepting iPad apps for review, confirms iPad App Store opening
Apple on Friday notified developers that it has begun accepting apps designed for the iPad. Apple also confirmed for The Loop that the iPad App Store will launch on April 3.
∞ Oh Please Oh Please Oh Please, pt 2: StarCraft 2 beta for Mac due in April
The Mac beta for StarCraft 2 is reportedly going to drop in April, following the appearance of a Windows beta which became available a few weeks ago. Few burrs under the saddle chafe a Mac user more than Windows gamers … Continued
∞ Oh Please Oh Please Oh Please, pt 1: Marathon may be coming back
Now that it looks like the golden era of Halo is beginning to recede into the sunset, there’s some speculation – and evidence – that they may be planning a return to their roots … in the form of a … Continued
∞ Mac 'biggest event in Steam's history'
John Cook, Valve’s director of Steam development, recently took some questions about the company’s new foray into Mac support. Among his comments is that Valve considers Steam for the Mac “to be the biggest event in Steam’s history.” Impressive for … Continued
∞ Location, Location, Location: 'iGroups' coming to MobileMe?
Every year or two we seem to see an internet trend spike really fast; Facebook a few years back, “microblogging” in the 2006/2007 era, and now it seems like Apple is stepping into the ring with the latest: location-based social … Continued
∞ Vroom Vroom: New racing games for the iPhone
Among the most popular games for iPhone, racing games are consistently at or near the top of the list. I’m not personally a car guy (if you saw my car, you’d probably understand why), but there are some great examples … Continued
∞ iPhone app sites charging for reviews
It seems that some iPhone app review sites are demanding money from developers in order to write a review of their app. One site, ThePhoneAppReview.com, is offering developers the chance to “expedite” reviews for a $25 charge, but developers have … Continued
∞ The tech sites Steve Jobs reads on his iPad
If you ever wondered what Web sites Apple CEO Steve Jobs reads on a regular basis, the answer is here. According to a source, Jobs like to read Engadget, Gizmodo, the New York Times tech section, and the Wall Street … Continued
∞ Apple releases Logic Pro 9.1.1
Apple on Thursday updated its professional audio application, Logic Pro.
∞ SEC launches investigation into TheStreet.com
Jim Cramer’s TheStreet.com financial Web site is being investigated by the Securities and Exchange Commission because of “accounting woes.” Last summer, TheStreet.com announced there were “issues” related to how it had been recording revenue at Promotions.com, the marketing company it … Continued
∞ Apple director Jerome York passes away
After being admitted to hospital on Tuesday night with a massive cerebral hemorrhage, Apple director, Jerome York, passed away on Thursday.
∞ Steam's entry to the Mac changes everything for Mac games
Valve’s recent announcement that it’s bringing Steam to the Mac promises to fundamentally change the landscape of Mac gaming, which has been bleak for longer than many of us care to admit. Here’s a look at what this means for … Continued
∞ Apple details youth programs available for kids
Apple updated its Web site this week with plans for youth programs the company will put on for kids.
∞ Rupert Murdoch on Google and larger iPads
I have a lot of respect for Rupert Murdoch. He’s a tough business man, a ruthless negotiator, and knows what he wants. I can’t imagine going up against him and luckily, I don’t have to. In a recent interview, Murdoch … Continued