Expectations ran high before Apple’s annual music event in San Francisco, but trying to determine if the company met those expectations isn’t as easy as it seems. I spoke with a number of analysts to get their thoughts on Apple’s … Continued
∞ Apple's iOS almost 6 times larger than Android on the Web
Apple’s iOS mobile operating system is more popular on the Web than Android and Linux, according to new research data from Net Applications.
∞ Apple TV: A first step in a long-term strategy
The new Apple TV is an impressive device that is much smaller than its predecessor and only streams content, instead of playing from an internal hard drive. Whether you like the new device or not, it’s important to remember that … Continued
∞ Live update from Apple's September event
I am in San Francisco for Apple’s annual music event and will bring you live updates from beginning to end. The event is underway, so save this page, share it with others and enjoy the show.
∞ SpamSieve improves filtering accuracy
If you’re a regular Loop reader, you know that we don’t report on each and every software update that comes down the road – so when we do, you can be pretty certain that it’s software we think is important. … Continued
∞ Miniclip creates iOS and Android division
Popular online game publisher Miniclip has announced plans to create a division dedicated to mobile gaming – specifically for iOS and Android systems. The company, which has already expanded into the App Store with games like Monster Trucks Nitro II … Continued
∞ AutoCAD for Mac to be accompanied by iOS app
Autodesk has announced plans to release its legendary professional design and engineering software AutoCAD for the Macintosh. The software will be available this fall. The company has also announced a mobile application that will enable AutoCAD users to adjust their … Continued
∞ This week's hot Mac software picks
Welcome to The Loop Picks for this week. The apps showcased here are Mac software applications found in Bodega that the editors of The Loop found interesting, useful or cool. I hope you enjoy this week’s choices.
∞ Marketcircle releases Billings Pro for small, medium businesses
Productivity software-maker, Marketcircle, has been very busy this past year, releasing Mac and iPhone apps, and announcing an iPad app too. The company on Monday turned its attention back to the Mac with the release Billings Pro.
∞ Microsoft co-founder sues Apple, Google, Facebook, others
Microsoft co-founder, Paul Allen, is taking on Silicon Valley in a patent lawsuit filed last week.
∞ MacBook Pro use abounds on Steam game service
Valve Software publishes monthly statistical information gathered by its Steam gaming service. Now that Steam has been on the Mac for a few months, information on Steam’s use by Mac gamers is beginning to provide a clearer picture about who’s … Continued
∞ Science learning site, Scitable, goes mobile for iPhone, iPad
Nature Publishing this week took a huge step forward, making its collaborative learning website, Scitable, mobile friendly.
∞ CopyTrans Manager update adds support for iPhone 4
If you use Windows to manage your iPod, iPhone or iPad, you’ll be interested to know that CopyTrans Manager has been updated, adding support for the iPhone 4.
∞ Apple announces special event for September 1
Apple on Wednesday announced its September event for September 1.
∞ Analyst: Expect iPod touch, iTunes, Apple TV at September event
Apple typically holds an event in September to roll out the final products before the holiday shopping season. One analyst is giving his predictions on what we’ll see from Apple this year.
∞ Apple releases Leopard, Snow Leopard security update
Apple on Tuesday released a security update for Mac OS X Leopard and Snow Leopard. Both client and server versions of the operating systems have been updated.
∞ iTunes U passes 300 million downloads
The education section of Apple’s iTunes app, referred to as iTunes U, has just reached a new download milestone.
∞ This week's hot Mac software picks
Welcome to The Loop Picks for this week. The apps showcased here are Mac software applications found in Bodega that the editors of The Loop found interesting, useful or cool. I hope you enjoy this week’s choices.
∞ Valve: Snow Leopard graphics update boosts game frame rates from 15-120 percent
Earlier this week Apple released Snow Leopard Graphics Update 1.0, a driver update for Mac OS X 10.6 that improved performance in some games. Game developer Valve – the company that makes Portal and Team Fortress 2, two games affected … Continued
∞ Gibson USA plant reopens; Pictures from the flood devastation
Earlier this year a devastating flood ripped through Nashville, Tenn., laying waste to everything in its path. Sadly, one of the companies in its path was Gibson USA.
∞ HP confirms a WebOS PalmPad for early 2011
HP on Thursday confirmed during its quarterly earnings call that it was working on a WebOS-based tablet. The company said it planned to release the device in “early 2011.”
∞ Steve Jobs was right, Flash fails on Android
Many people have been giving Adobe the equivalent of “put up or shut up,” when it comes to the debate over Flash on a mobile device. The company shipped mobile Flash on Android and the first results are in — … Continued
∞ Early bird pricing ends today for MacTech Conference
MacTech extended the early bird sign-up, but today is your last day to save some cash on the cost of attending.
∞ Apple begins closing down Quattro Wireless for iAds
It certainly comes as no surprise, but Apple began informing its customers today that Quattro Wireless will begin the process of closing down its existing ad network so it can focus on iAds.
∞ Apple adds "Compare Macs" option to Apple Store
Apple on Thursday added a new option to its online Apple Store called “Compare Macs.”
∞ Video: Microsoft details new Office for Mac 2011 features
Microsoft on Wednesday released a new video detailing a couple of new features that will be available in its Office for Mac 2011.
∞ HBO to offer subscribers free streaming service on iPad
Subscribers of HBO will soon have the opportunity to watch the channel’s shows on their iPad, according to a new report.
∞ Asian suppliers investigate Apple kickbacks
Asian suppliers began investigations into kickbacks made to Apple global supply manager, Paul Devine, new reports revealed on Tuesday.
∞ Elements text editor with Dropbox support released for iPhone, iPad
Second Gear Software on Tuesday released a very cool app for the iPhone and iPad that I had to write about. Elements, a text editor with built-in support for Dropbox.
∞ This Week's hot Mac software picks
Welcome to The Loop Picks for this week. The apps showcased here are Mac software applications found in Bodega that the editors of The Loop found interesting, useful or cool. I hope you enjoy this week’s choices.