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.
∞ 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.
∞ 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?
∞ 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.
∞ 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.
∞ 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
∞ Amazon releases Kindle application for Mac OS X
I’m not a big fan of the Kindle, but some people do like it. Amazon already has an app for the iPhone, but now the company released an app for Mac OS X too. The app requires Mac OS X … Continued
∞ Apple director Jerome York in critical condition
Jerome York, 71, has been hospitalized in Michigan, after collapsing at his home on Tuesday night. According to his wife, he suffered a a massive cerebral hemorrhage. York has been a director at Apple since 1997. Jerome York, Apple Director, … Continued
∞ Apple adds social networking, iPhone features to iWork.com
Apple on Wednesday added a few new features to its iWork.com Web site, including the ability to share documents on social networking Web sites.
∞ MacUpdate Spring 2010 Software Bundle launches
Mac software tracking site, MacUpdate, launched its spring software bundle on Wednesday, offering users 10 apps for $49.99.
∞ Your next friend request could be from the FBI
If you’re one of the millions of people on a social networking Web site, you should be aware that the U.S. government may use the sites for undercover work. For most law abiding citizens, it won’t matter much, especially if … Continued
∞ Microsoft employees love the iPhone
Really, it shouldn’t be a big surprise that Microsoft employees love the iPhone, right? Everyone seems to appreciate the design and functionality of Apple’s iPhone. What may be surprising is that 10 percent of Microsoft’s worldwide workforce accessed their email … Continued
∞ Motorola Backflip 'an abomination of design'
Sometimes I get criticized for being too opinionated, but I love it when people say what they think. So, if you were thinking of buying one of Motorola’s new Backflip mobile devices, you should take a look at Sascha Segan’s … Continued
∞ Roland ships the AC-33 acoustic guitar amplifier
Roland on Tuesday began shipping the AC-33 acoustic guitar amplifier. The amp has the ability to run on batteries or be plugged in to a power outlet.
∞ Parallels 5 kicks VMWare's butt in graphics test
I’m not much of a gamer on Windows systems — it’s just not what I use virtualization software for. However, it is something a lot of people want to do, so it’s important for Parallels and VMWare to make sure … Continued
∞ Apple releases Aperture SlideShow Support Update 1.1
Apple on Monday release an update for its professional photography workflow application, Aperture.
∞ Etude sheet music app coming to iPhone, iPad
A promising new music app is making its way to the iPhone and iPod touch on Tuesday from Wonder Warp Software.
∞ Eight reasons Apple sued HTC and not Google
The speculation around the Web has been that Apple sued HTC to get at Google. By suing its biggest licensee, Apple hopes to hurt Google’s operating system business — at least that’s what people think. Apple has good reasons to … Continued
∞ McCracken's impressions of Opera Mini for iPhone
Technologizer founder, Harry McCracken, is at South by Southwest this week and took some time to try out the Opera Mini Web browser for iPhone. I must admit, I’ve never been a real fan of many alternative browsers for the … Continued
∞ Apple, LG, HTC, Nokia sued for patent infringement
ADC Technology launched a lawsuit against several technology companies claiming they infringed on its patents.