If you’re a movie buff, this is going to be a big weekend for you. The 82nd Annual Academy Awards take place on Sunday with hosts Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin. Seeing those two together may be enough of a reason to watch the awards. (more…)
Apple on Friday announced that its iPad Wi-Fi model will be available on April 3 in the U.S. (more…)
Apple on Thursday relaunched its Mac Developer Program and modelled it after the successful iPhone Developer Program the company has had in place for the past couple of years. (more…)
A federal judge put Apple’s legal battle with Nokia on hold until the International Trade Commission (ITC) has a chance to examine the patents. (more…)
We at The Loop are working on our own first look at Aperture 3.0.1, which you’ll see on Friday. To whet your appetite, please have a look at Russ Juskalian’s thorough review of Apple’s new pro photo software. New features include Faces and Places, new adjustment tools including Quick Brushes which let you paint without having to exit to Photoshop first, and much, much more.
Aperture 3.0.1 [Macworld]
Fortune magazine has published its list of the world’s 50 most admired companies, and Apple is number one for the third year in a row. Apple beats out Google and Berkshire Hathaway, the holding company chaired by American business titan Warren E. Buffett. (more…)
Just a few years ago we were all so impressed when you could buy an A/V receiver that you could plug your iPod into. Now, you can get an app for your iPhone to control your A/V receiver. Pioneer just released a new line of receivers that have an Anchor Bay 1080p upscaler for analog-to-digital video, the Sound Retriever AIR for improving quality of MP3s, and of course, iPhone controllable.
Pioneer’s VSX-1020-K Is Best $550 AV Receiver and Not Only Because You Control It Via iPhone [Gizmodo]
In a report released Monday, market research firm Gartner said that Apple’s iPad is one of the new devices that “will change the entire PC ecosystem.” (more…)
Clickable Bliss this week released ProfitTrain 2.0, an invoicing app for Mac OS X. The application was formerly called Billable. (more…)
Valve, makers of Half-Life 2 and Left 4 Dead, have dropped hints at several Web sites indicating that their Digital Rights Management software Steam is headed to the Mac. This paves the way for more Mac games using a digital distribution system that’s already seen wide support on the Windows platform.
Valve teases Mac support with 6 images [The Escapist]
It’s funny to watch people fight over the patent system we have. The opinions are as varied as the people that argue for or against them. (more…)
I don’t think there was much doubt that the WSJ would make an iPad app, but the news was confirmed today by Rupert Murdoch. It is amusing that Murdoch said the iPad is “kept under padlock and key” and an “Apple employee turns the key every night,” locking the iPad up.
Apple released an update for users of its professional applications. ProKit 5.1 is a relatively small download at 16.8MB and is available via software update in Mac OS X or from Apple’s Web site. (more…)
Mobile handset-maker HTC on Wednesday shot back at Apple and the lawsuit it filed on Tuesday. (more…)
It surely doesn’t come as any great surprise that Google will support HTC in its legal battle with Apple, but the company made it official tonight. (more…)
Apple pulled a Poker iPhone game featuring lingerie models. Forced with the prospect of throwing their babes out with the bathwater, Headlight Software went to the polar opposite, coming up with a poker game featuring strong female role models – including an app developer and a mathematician. (Hi, mom!)
This was just too good to pass up. Florin Necula was arrested for allegedly skimming card numbers from ATM machines in New York City. While in custody, Necula swallowed a flash drive, I suppose to conceal information about his crimes from the police. He later allowed doctors to perform a procedure to get the drive out and then the police charged him with obstruction of justice. There is no word on if the data on the drive was ruined or not.
Giga-Biter In Obstruction Charge [The Smoking Gun]
CNET called the Tivo Premiere one of the most anticipated devices of 2010 earlier this year. Today it happened. Tivo introduced the Series4 with more of a focus on online media from its partners. The remote even features a keyboard so you can type in searches and other things quicker.
TiVo Series4 pushes online video, QWERTY remote [Electronista]
Apple’s spat with Adobe over Flash is not a big secret, but now other companies are choosing sides too. The latest is Virgin America. (more…)
Introduced at the NAMM music show in January, IK Multimedia is now shipping its new amp and modeling software, AmpliTube 3. (more…)
We’ve all been waiting for Apple to release new MacBook Pros with Intel’s i7 processors, but so far nothing. There could be a million reasons for it. In fact, it could be Apple’s decision to roll out the iPad first and then the new Macs. Seth Weintraub at 9 to 5 Mac has a few thoughts on the subject that include Apple’s relationship with Nvidia and Intel.
Why doesn’t Apple get Intel’s best chips anymore? [9 to 5 Mac]
Hello boys and girls. It’s time for another missive from everyone’s favorite facial hair, The Beard. I have to apologize for any delays in publishing the column this week. Body of Dalrymple was quite besotted from celebrating after both the Canadian Men’s and Women’s hockey teams demonstrated our utter superiority at the art of smacking a small object with a stick while on skates. Just wait until the next Winter Olympics when Baby Seal Clubbing is recognized as a sport…we will dominate. (more…)
Apple sued HTC earlier today for infringing 20 of its patents related to the iPhone. There was some confusion earlier as to the number of patents that Apple had in its lawsuit — turns out Apple filed two lawsuits. One suit was filed with the International Trade Commission, while the other was filed in the District of Delaware. That accounts for all 20 patents. You can see all of the patent descriptions at Gizmodo.
Apple Sues HTC For Infringing On 20 iPhone Patents: The Complete Documents [Gizmodo]
Update: Provided more information on the two lawsuits being filed by Apple.
Apple on Tuesday said it was suing handset maker HTC for infringing on 20 Apple patents. (more…)
Large companies have people to watch over their Web sites to make sure things are running smoothly. Unfortunately, smaller businesses and individuals aren’t so lucky. However, Google delivered some good news today — it will automatically alert users of its Webmaster Tools if their site has been hacked. A great new feature from Google.
Is your site hacked? New Message Center notifications for hacking and abuse Google Webmaster Central Blog
Video training company Groove3 on Monday released two new Pro Tools training videos. (more…)
Perhaps one of the most misunderstood things about Apple’s portable devices is the way some of the features affect battery life. Two new pages on Apple’s Web site may help users with that. (more…)
Technologizer founder Harry McCracken posted an interesting article on choosing the right computer. I’m often asked about my decision to use a Mac instead of a Windows PC — the answer is that it works better and has a superior user experience. However, I always tell people to buy the computer that best fits their needs.
McCracken looks at cost, selection, OS, security and service in his article. He emphasizes that while Macs tend to have higher upfront costs, they often provide longer lifespans, fewer technical issues, and consistent software updates that improve stability. On the other hand, Windows PCs are known for their flexibility and wide range of prices, making them ideal for users who want to customize their machines or work within a tighter budget.
Security is another key factor he discusses. Macs are generally less prone to viruses and malware, although no system is completely immune. Meanwhile, Windows users can enhance protection with reliable antivirus programs and regular updates. McCracken also points out that customer service and technical support vary greatly between brands, which can influence the overall experience. Ultimately, his conclusion mirrors my own: the “best” computer isn’t about brand loyalty but about what aligns with your personal workflow, preferences, and goals.
PC vs. Mac: The Straight Scoop [Technologizer]
AT&T says attendees of this year’s SXSW will have a much better experience using its wireless network than they did last year. (more…)
It’s been an up and down ride for Canada’s mens hockey team during the Olympics, but in the end, our top players came through. (more…)