Apple on Friday released iTunes 10.1, available for download through the Software Update system preference and from Apple’s Web site.
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∞ Apple did not buy Bluetooth headphone company, Wi-Gear
Reports earlier this week that Apple purchased Bluetooth headphone-maker, Wi-Gear, are not true.
∞ Report: Apple buys bluetooth stereo headphone company
Apple has reportedly purchased Wi-Gear, makers of bluetooth stereo headphones for the iPod and iPhone.
∞ Adobe: Apple incites, condones negative campaign against Flash
Adobe CTO Kevin Lynch lays much of the blame for Flash’s recent woes with the media directly at the feet of Apple.
∞ For IT, Xserve was a luxury, not a necessity
On Friday Apple quietly updated its Web site with information indicating that the Xserve – its rack-mounted server hardware – will be discontinued effective January 31, 2011. The Loop sought the advice of experts to help understand Apple’s enterprise IT … Continued
∞ Apple to discontinue Xserve in January, 2011
In a move bound to disappoint IT professionals and others, Apple has posted a technical bulletin to its Web site noting plans to discontinue its Xserve product after January 31, 2011.
∞ iPhoto 9.1 adds calendar, holiday card themes
Apple on Thursday released an update to iPhoto 9, bringing it to version 9.1 The new release is available for download through the Software Update system preference and through Apple’s Web site.
∞ Apple nabs Warner Music Group senior VP
Warner Music Group’s Senior Vice President of Digital Legal Affairs, Elliott Peters is leaving to join Apple next month, according to a report on Billboard.
∞ iPhoto 9.0.1 update fixes library upgrade problem
Apple on Friday released an update to iPhoto, version 9.0.1. It’s available through the Software Update system preference and also from Apple’s Web site.
∞ Apple's Jobs is victor in war of words
Apple CEO Steve Jobs made several comments in the past few months that have angered competitors, most notably Research in Motion. But should Jobs just take his victories in silence and not comment about his competition?
∞ Aperture 3.1 adds many fixes, iLife '11 compatibility
Apple on Wednesday released Aperture 3.1, an update to its pro-oriented photo editing and cataloging software. The update is available through the Software Update preference and through Apple’s Web site.
∞ FaceTime for Mac introduced as public beta
FaceTime, the video conferencing feature built into the iPhone 4 and iPod touch, has come to the Mac in the form of a newly available public beta version.
∞ Mac OS X 10.7 "Lion" coming in summer 2011
Apple gave its first look at Mac OS X 10.7 “Lion,” the next major iteration of its Mac operating system, at a special “Back to the Mac” event at its Cupertino, Calif. headquarters on Wednesday. The software is slated for … Continued
∞ iLife '11 sports overhauls to iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand
Apple on Wednesday introduced an update to iLife, the suite of applications it includes for free on all Macs and also makes available separately for $49. It’s available beginning on Wednesday.
∞ Mac App Store coming within 90 days
During Apple’s “Back to the Mac” announcement in Cupertino, Apple revealed some features of the next Mac OS X version – 10.7, code-named “Lion,” coming in summer 2011. One of the key features is a new Mac App Store, which … Continued
∞ New MacBook Air starts at $999
Apple took the wraps off two new MacBook Air models, with prices starting at $999. Both models ship today.
∞ Study: Mac claims 20 percent US consumer market share
Apple COO Tim Cook took the stage at Apple’s “Back to the Mac” event on Wednesday. He shared some statistics to put today’s announcement in context.
∞ Live update of Apple's "Back to the Mac" event
Apple’s “Back to the Mac” event kicks off today at 10:00 am PT (1:00 pm ET). The company announced this morning that it would provide a live video stream, but since not everyone will be able to view it, we … Continued
∞ RIM CEO fires back at Steve Jobs comments
During its fourth quarter conference call on Monday, Apple CEO Steve Jobs made some comments about RIM and its plans for a 7-inch tablet computer. RIM took exception to the comments and fired back at Steve.
∞ Apple to provide live video stream of "Back to the Mac" event
Apple said early Wednesday morning that it would provide a live video feed of the “Back to the Mac” event being held at its Cupertino headquarters. The event starts at 10:00 am PT.
∞ A few quotes from Steve Jobs fourth quarter conference call
During Apple’s fourth quarter conference call last night, CEO Steve Jobs showed up to give media and analysts his views on everything from tablets to Google. Here are a few of my favorites.
∞ Apple reports $4.31 billion fourth quarter profit
Apple on Monday reported revenue of $20.34 billion and a fourth quarter profit of $4.31 billion — both all-time highs for Apple. International sales accounted for 57 percent of the quarter’s revenue, according to Apple.
∞ MobileMe Calendar emerges from beta
After an extended public beta period that began in July, Apple on Thursday announced that MobileMe Calendar is now available to all MobileMe users.
∞ Apple appeals $625 million patent loss
Apple asked the court for an emergency stay of a verdict that could cost the company over $625 million.
∞ Report: Adidas cancels iAd over Apple's control
Apple CEO Steve Jobs promised a new way to interact with ads when it introduced its iAd program, but the company’s control may have caused it to lose a big client.
∞ Apple COO denies rumor he is leaving for HP
Apple COO Tim Cook has denied rumors that he is taking over as the new CEO of HP.
∞ Apple TVs ship, scheduled to arrive on Friday
Apple has begun shipping the new Apple TV, meeting its loose deadline of having the units to customers at the end of September.
∞ iTunes update improves Ping, fixes bugs
Apple has posted an update to iTunes to bring it to version 10.0.1. The update is available for download using the Software Update system preference.
∞ iWork for iPad improves file transfer, export
Apple on Wednesday released an update for iWork for iPad – its suite of productivity software comprising spreadsheet, presentation and word processing/page layout apps. Each of the apps – Pages, Numbers and Keynote – have been updated with new features, … Continued
∞ NBC not likely to allow TV shows rentals on iTunes
Apple introduced TV show rentals as part of its September event, partnering with Fox and ABC in the initial stages of the service.