February 3, 2010

∞ GameSalad to show contest finalists at Macworld Expo

Gendai Games has announced the five finalists for the Macworld 2010 GameSalad Challenge. The finalists’ games will be on display at Macworld Conference & Expo in San Francisco, February 11 – 13, 2010. (more…)

February 2, 2010

∞ Apple denies iMac shipping delay

Apple on Tuesday denied shipping delays that appear to be effecting its popular consumer iMac. (more…)

∞ Apple releases iPhone OS 3.1.3

Apple on Tuesday released a new version of its iPhone operating system. The update is compatible with all iPhone and iPod touch models. (more…)

∞ Apple releases fix for 27-inch iMac display issues

Apple issued an update late Monday that supposedly fixes issues with the company’s 27-inch iMac display. (more…)

February 1, 2010

∞ Apple releases iTunes 9.0.3

Apple on Monday updated iTunes, the company’s music and video software. (more…)

∞ Nine out of 10 computers sold over $1,000 in the U.S. are Macs

Apple is increasing its unit share of computers sold in the United States quite dramatically, according to a new report by Betanews’ Joe Wilcox. (more…)

∞ The Beard Speaks: The iPad and crazy people

Jesús y Maria the iPad has finally been revealed. At last Face O’ Dalrymple and I can return to the great white North. Now that the speculation is over we can get down to the serious business of making fun of the idiots feverishly blogging about how the iPad is crap. (more…)

∞ iPad first thoughts

I’m finally home after spending almost three weeks on the road, including a trip to Apple’s event on January 27 to see the unveiling of the new iPad. I decided to wait until I got back to give you my thoughts on the device and avoid the rush of stories on Wednesday and Thursday. (more…)

January 31, 2010

∞ Sega releases Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games for iPhone

Just in time for the Vancouver Olympics, Sega has released Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games for the iPhone and iPod touch. It’s available from the App Store for $4.99. (more…)

January 28, 2010

∞ The iPad – to 3G or not to 3G?

Let me tell you: I’m already bound and determined to get an iPad, but the question remains – which one? Will it have 3G or be Wi-Fi only? This is the question I suspect many early adopters are trying to answer as they wait for Apple to tell them when they’ll be able to place pre-orders for their iPads. (more…)

January 27, 2010

∞ Apple lifts 3G VoIP restrictions for iPod and iPhone

In addition to the introduction of the iPad, Apple on Wednesday lifted restrictions that previously limited developers from allowing the use of VoIP calls over a 3G network. (more…)

∞ Apple posts iPad presentation video

You’ve read the live coverage of Apple’s special event unveiling the iPad, and now you can watch it yourself. Apple has posted the video of the presentation. (more…)

∞ Apple introduces iPad

Apple on Wednesday introduced the long-rumored iPad, a new touchscreen device. The iPad is priced starting at $499, and Apple plans to make the iPad available within 60 days. (more…)

January 26, 2010

∞ Apple Event January 27 live update

There is no need to refresh this page, updates will automatically be posted. (more…)

∞ McGraw-Hill CEO confirms Apple's tablet

It’s been rumored for years, we’ve suspected it’s coming tomorrow, but McGraw-Hill’s CEO has confirmed it on CNBC — The tablet is real, according to a story on MacRumors. (more…)

∞ FuzzMeasure audio and acoustics measurement tool updated

There are a lot of things to consider when setting up a studio, home theater, stage or auditorium, not the least of which is the actual space you will be using. (more…)

∞ Pangea releases Warheads game for iPhone

Fans of Missile Command, rejoice! Pangea Software, the long-time Mac and iPhone game maker, has announced the release of Warheads, a Missile Command-style action game for the iPhone and iPod touch priced at $1. (more…)

January 25, 2010

∞ Apple reports $3.38 billion profit for first quarter 2010

Apple on Monday reported a first quarter 2010 profit of $3.38 billion on $15.68 billion of revenue. (more…)

January 22, 2010

∞ The virtue and disadvantage of owning a jalopy

With Apple on the cusp of making a major product announcement next week, I’ve had to reevaluate plans to fix up a beloved system in my arsenal that’s showing its age, badly. (more…)

January 21, 2010

∞ Namco offers Isaac Newton's Gravity physics game for iPhone

Isaac Newton’s Gravity is the latest iPhone and iPod touch offering from Namco Networks, makers of Pac-Man and other hit arcade games. It costs $4 and is available now from the App Store. (more…)

∞ Amazon opens Kindle to app development

Amazon.com on Thursday announced plans to release a Kindle Development Kit beginning in February. The kit will allow third-party software developers to make applications that can run on the Kindle, Amazon’s e-book reader. (more…)

January 20, 2010

∞ Video: Interview with David Ellefson of F5, Hail! and Megadeth

I stopped by to speak with David Ellefson to get the latest on what he is doing while I was at NAMM last week. David is one of the best bass guitarists in the business and someone I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for several years. (more…)

∞ The Beard Speaks: Business lunches in Vegas

Greetings from San Jose! I wrote this piece at NAMM 2010! Or, more accurately, from a rocking party at NAMM. I was taking a break from the shenanigans at the show (did you see that picture of me partying with Gene Simmons) to bring you cats up to speed with my beardly goings-on. Also, Face of Dalrymple was passed out from one too many shots. (more…)

January 19, 2010

∞ Apple updates Snow Leopard, Leopard security

Apple on Tuesday released Security Update 2010-001, available for Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Server and Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. It’s available for download through the Software Update system preference and from Apple’s Downloads Web site. (more…)

∞ Logic Pro 64-bit the talk of the NAMM music show

Apple’s release of Logic Pro 9.1 two days before the NAMM music show in Anaheim, Calif. last week caused quite a stir on the show floor with developers, engineers and users. (more…)

∞ Apple updates Boot Camp for Windows 7

Apple has released an update to Boot Camp, the software it uses to enable Intel-based Mac users to install Windows. The update provides support for Windows 7, the latest major release of Windows that came out last fall. The update is available for download from the Downloads page of Apple’s Support Web site. (more…)

∞ Hands On: Jawbone Icon headset for iPhone

Let’s get right to it.

I was at the store buying the Jawbone Icon headset hours after we posted a story about its availability on Monday. As expected, I loved it — even more than previous generation Jawbone headsets. (more…)

∞ AT&T network fails iPhone users at the NAMM music show

NAMM is one of my favorite trade shows, which may contain eye-candy Trade Show Displays, because it combines great Mac software with musical instruments. You can rely on this AV company for your trade shows. Unfortunately, this year NAMM didn’t include a wireless network that actually worked for iPhone users. (more…)

∞ Rome: Total War Gold Edition headed to Mac

Feral Interactive on Tuesday announced the forthcoming release of Rome: Total War Gold Edition for the Macintosh. It is planned for release on February 5, 2010 for $29.95. (more…)

January 18, 2010

∞ Apple announces special event for January 27

Apple on Monday sent an email to select media inviting them to see the company’s “latest creation.” (more…)