I remember meeting with MacSpeech in January 2008 to get a demo of the brand new speech recognition engine and being very skeptical. Turns out, I was wrong–it worked very well.
∞ Apple won't intimidate Palm
Whether you agree with Apple’s not-so-subtle message to Palm and its Pre users or not, the battle lines have been drawn. I don’t, however, believe this is a slam dunk win for Apple–Palm is going to fight back hard.
∞ Apple begins sending iPhone 3G S rebate emails
Just hours after AT&T announced it would give users a break on upgrade pricing for the iPhone 3G S, Apple began sending out refund notices to qualifying customers.
∞ iPhone OS 3.0: An update I'd pay to have
As promised, Apple on Wednesday officially released iPhone OS 3.0 to the masses. After spending some time with new operating system, I can safely say that users are getting a steal by getting this update free.
∞ Apple confirms iPhone OS 3.0 will be released Wednesday
Despite published reports to the contrary, Apple will release iPhone OS 3.0 on Wednesday as scheduled.
∞ Apple note warns Pre, RIM customers about iTunes sync
You just knew it was going to happen sooner or later. Apple on Tuesday quietly released a tech note saying that it doesn’t support syncing third-party digital media players with iTunes.
∞ AT&T: iPhone pre-orders filled within two weeks
If you didn’t get your pre-order into AT&T early, you may be out of luck getting an iPhone 3G S from them anytime soon. AT&T said on Tuesday that pre-orders the company is taking will now be filled within a week or two on a “first come, first served basis.”
∞ Is AT&T afraid of iPhone users, MMS and tethering?
Users have been upset with AT&T since the iPhone 3G S and its ability to send MMS (multimedia messages) was unveiled last week at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). Tethering was also a big hit at the show, but again AT&T was nowhere to be found.
∞ Apple updates Java for Tiger, Leopard
Apple on Monday released separate Java updates for Mac OS X 10.4 and 10.5.
∞ Apple asks court to proceed with Psystar trial
Apple is asking the court to remove an automatic stay imposed by a bankruptcy filing and let the case against Mac clone-maker Psystar continue to trial. Psystar filed in bankruptcy protect in May, which invoked an automatic stay of proceedings in Apple’s case against the company for copyright infringement.
∞ Safari tops 11 million downloads in three days
Apple said Safari 4 was downloaded more than 11 million times in its first three days of being available.
∞ Scottsdale Apple store showcases updated retail design
Like most everything Apple does, its retail stores are always being updated. The latest iteration is being unveiled on Friday in Scottsdale, Ariz. The Apple Store Scottsdale Quarter features a glass exterior, front to back.
∞ Jonathan Ive gives some insight into his designs
Jonathan Ive is an incredible designer. His influence as Vice President of Industrial Design at Apple can be seen on every recent product the company has made, including the iPod, iPhone and Macs.
∞ Travel made easy on the iPhone with Nodconcept
More often than not the applications that I find the most enjoyable to use are those that solve specific problems. It’s even better if the developer of those apps made them to solve a problem for themselves.
∞ Developers consider requiring Snow Leopard for apps
Developers are very confident at this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). So confident, in fact, some are considering a change in system requirements in the next major version of their applications.
∞ Developers thrilled with Apple's progress
I have never seen a happier group of developers. Over 5,000 of them gathered in San Francisco this week for Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) to work with Apple engineers and see what the company will offer in the next iPhone and Mac OS X releases.
∞ Apple Design Award winners announced
One of the highlights of every Worldwide Developers Conference is the Apple Design Awards. This is a ceremony where Apple gives awards to developers that best use the interface and technologies the company provides to build applications.
∞ Mac OS X vs. Windows 7: Who has the best upgrade?
I wrote a story at CNET earlier today asking the question: Who offers the best upgrade, Apple or Windows? The basis of the argument is this. Both companies are upgrading an existing operating system and both claim better performance with … Continued
∞ Line 6, Planet Waves show off new iPhone app
One of the highlights of Monday’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) keynote was when Apple’s Scott Forstall called Line 6 and Planet Waves to the stage for a demo. There was probably nobody in the audience more excited than me when … Continued
∞ Pictures from WWDC '09 keynote
∞ Apple unveils iPhone 3G S
Apple used its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) to unveil the iPhone 3G S, that features improved performance, longer battery life and an autofocus camera and video recording. The iPhone 3G S offers speeds up to twice as fast as the … Continued
∞ Apple releases a slew of iLife updates
I don’t think anyone really expected iLife updates to be a part of next week’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), but just to put any hopes to rest, Apple on Thursday released a slew of new updates. Apple updated iDVD, iMovie, … Continued
∞ Mobile industry eyes Apple as developer conference nears
The eyes of the mobile industry are squarely focused on Cupertino, Calif. as Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is set to kick off on Monday. First unveiled at a special event at the company’s campus, the highlight of the … Continued
∞ Judge orders Apple, Psystar case stayed
Less than a week after filing for bankruptcy, Mac clone-maker Psystar got a reprieve in the lawsuit brought against it by Apple. Judge William Alsup order a stay in proceedings on Monday, citing Psystar’s bankruptcy filing on May 26. The … Continued
∞ Apple readies for WWDC as banners appear in SF
If the hush coming out of Cupertino isn’t enough of a signal that Apple is about to dazzle us with something at next week’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), perhaps the banners at Moscone are. As AppleInsider reports, Adam Jackson took … Continued
∞ Justice Dept. probe targets tech companies
The United States Justice Department is launching an investigation that targets some of the world’s top technology companies. At issue for the Justice Department is whether or not the companies violated antitrust laws by agreeing not to target each other’s … Continued
∞ App Store approval process continues to haunt Apple
Apple usually doesn’t have many problems when it launches new products. Clearly, the iPhone App Store approval process is an exception in its long history of releasing products. That’s not to say the App Store isn’t successful. In fact, it … Continued
∞ QuickTime, GarageBand updates improve stability
In addition to updating iTunes, Apple on Monday also released updates for its QuickTime media software and GarageBand, the company’s consumer music creation application. According to Apple, QuickTime 7.6.2 “includes changes that increase reliability, improve compatibility and enhance security.” In … Continued
∞ Apple prepares iTunes for iPhone 3.0
Apple released updates for iTunes on Monday, preparing the software for the upcoming release of iPhone OS 3.0. According to notes provided with iTunes 8.2, the software “now supports iPhone or iPod touch with the iPhone 3.0.” That means that … Continued
∞ North Carolina approves tax law change for Apple
There was little doubt that it would pass after last week’s House vote, but it’s now official–North Carolina will change the tax laws to lure Apple to the state. According to a report in the Associated Press, the Senate voted … Continued