With AT&T’s decision on Tuesday to enable the use of VoIP apps on its network, Apple is moving quickly to make changes for its developers.
∞ Hands On: IK Multimedia's GrooveMaker for the iPhone
When I first heard that IK Multimedia was making an iPhone app, I was sure it had to be something for the guitar. I was wrong.
∞ VMware Fusion 3 unveiled, available for pre-order
VMware on Tuesday unveiled the newest version of its virtualization application for the Mac, Fusion 3. The new version will be available on October 27, but can be pre-ordered today.
∞ Apple leaves Chamber of Commerce over group's environmental stance
Apple is resigning its membership in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce because of disagreements over environmental issues, according to a story on the Washington Post.
∞ Adobe: Flash Professional CS5 to support making iPhone apps
Adobe announced on Monday at the Adobe MAX conference that Flash Professional CS5 will support creating rich, interactive applications for the iPhone and iPod Touch.
∞ Upgrading your drum sampler from EZdrummer to Superior Drummer 2
After my article appeared last month about writing songs with EZdrummer, I received quite a few questions about how hard it was to upgrade from EZdrummer to Superior Drummer 2. Good news — it’s really easy.
∞ Report: 12% of all U.S. households own a Mac
According to a new study from market research firm NPD, 12 percent of all U.S. households own a Mac. That’s a pretty big increase for Apple, moving up 3 percent from the 9 percent of U.S. households reported for Apple … Continued
∞ Apple sues Woolworths over new company logo
Apple is suing Australia’s largest retailer, Woolworths, over its new logo design. Apple feels the design is too much like its own, according to a story on WAToday.com.
∞ Adding autosave to Apple's Pages, Numbers and Keynote
I really like Apple’s iWork ’09 suite of applications. They are easy to use, offer a good feature set and are available for a great price.
∞ Apple's breakup with Google continues
Apple hasn’t been making many friends at Google these days. In fact, it would appear the days of the two companies working closely together may be coming to an end.
∞ The Tweetie dilemma: Is it worth the $3 upgrade?
I was amazed to read all the people whining and complaining about having to pay $3 to upgrade to Tweetie 2.0.
∞ Apple offers new resource for finding iPhone, iPod touch apps
Apple on Tuesday rolled out a new resource on its Web site for users that want to find apps for the iPhone or iPod touch.
∞ FileMaker unveils Bento 3 personal database for the Mac
Apple owned FileMaker on Tuesday introduced Bento 3, the newest version of the company’s personal database application for the Mac.
∞ Apple updates iWork '09's Keynote, Pages and Numbers
Apple on Monday released an update for iWork ’09 that fixes issues in all three of the productivity suite’s apps — Keynote, Pages and Numbers.
∞ Apple's iPhone App Store tops 2 billion downloads
Apple on Monday announced yet another milestone for its App Store — 2 billion downloads.
∞ Peter Cohen, Paul Zampitella, Ed Prasek's Spin Studio join The Loop
It’s a big day for The Loop. Three industry veterans, Peter Cohen, Paul Zampitella and Ed Prasek have joined the team in various positions.
∞ AT&T activates MMS for the iPhone
As promised, AT&T on Friday activated Multimedia Messaging (MMS) for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS.
∞ Toontrack adds a groove player to major Superior Drummer update
Toontrack music on Thursday released a major update to its flagship drum sampler, Superior Drummer 2.
∞ Digidesign unveils Eleven Rack guitar amp and effects processor
Digidesign on Thursday upped the ante in the world of digital guitar amp and effects processing with the introduction of Eleven Rack.
∞ Palm responds to USB-IF decision favoring Apple
Palm on Wednesday responded to a decision by the USB Implementors Forum that favored Apple in the back-and-forth battle involving the Palm Pre’s ability to sync with iTunes.
∞ Ten apps for taking photos and editing images on the iPhone
Of all the things we do with our iPhones, one of the most popular is certainly taking and sharing photos. The best part is the iPhone allows us to do all the basics without even connecting to a computer.
∞ Apple updates iTunes 9, Logic Pro 9 and MainStage 2
Apple on Tuesday released updates for three of its applications — iTunes, Logic Pro and MainStage.
∞ USB Forum sides with Apple in dispute with Palm over syncing
Palm may be out of moves in its battle to have the Pre continue syncing with iTunes. The USB Implementers Forum rendered its decision today and in a letter seen by The Loop, the group sided with Apple.
∞ Adobe to show 3D version of James Cameron's Avatar at Adobe Max
Most people will have to wait until December 18 to see James Cameron’s new masterpiece film, Avatar. However, if you are attending the Adobe Max conference in October, you’ll get a sneak peek of the new movie.
∞ Drexel University moves nurses from textbooks to the iPod touch
Out with the old, in with the new.
∞ Apple adds Rush, John Legend lessons to GarageBand
Apple on Tuesday expanded the lessons available in the GarageBand Lesson Store to include two classic Rush songs and a John Legend song.
∞ Toontrack announces Custom and Vintage drums for Superior Drummer
Toontrack Music on Tuesday announced two new expansion packs for its flagship drum sampler, Superior Drummer 2.0.
∞ Microsoft poaching Apple store managers and sales staff
Microsoft is beginning to look to Apple for more than just inspiration for its retail stores, the company is now also starting to hire away its retail employees.
∞ Native Instruments updates Traktor Scratch Pro, Traktor Pro
Native Instruments on Monday released updates for owners of Traktor Scratch Pro and Traktor Pro, the company’s digital DJ products.
∞ Hands On: Cakewalk's V-Studio 100
Like most guitar players, I spend a lot of time and money making sure I have the best gear I can afford to make my tone the best it can be. One item that’s often ignored when recording into the … Continued