March 7, 2013
Fantastical 1.1 for iPhone ∞
So many great new features in this version.
FBI spying on Google customers ∞
Google couldn’t say much, but they did give a range of how many National Security Letters they received.
March 6, 2013
Korg Legacy Collection synths updated ∞
Since 2004, Korg’s Legacy Collection plugins have helped thousands of users to incorporate the unique sounds of some of Korg’s most coveted synths into their productions and performances. Korg’s proprietary CMT (Component Modeling Technology) method literally models each component of the signal chain within the original synth for unparalleled realism.
Using multiple Apple ID’s with one copy of iTunes ∞
Good tip if you ever wondered how to do this. It’s not elegant to setup, but it works.
“A day in the life of a Digital Editor, 2013” ∞
So, yeah, the economics of our business are terrible in some ways. And like everything else, the worst of it falls on the workers, the people making the widgets, doing the journalism, making the beds. The money gets sucked upwards and the work gets pushed down.
Earlier today we brought you the story of Nate Thayer, a freelance journalist who took umbrage with The Atlantic for asking him to rewrite a blog post for them, for no money.
In the interest of fairness, it’s time to direct you to this piece, written by The Atlantic’s Technology channel senior editor, Alexis Madrigal, who tries to shine a light on what he and his colleagues do. It’s a bit tl;dr, but it’s worth reading to understand the modern economics and logistics of digital publishing for many people in the business.
Amplified: Zed Zed Top ∞
Jim and Dan talk about the rumored iPhone 5s and iPad, iPhone naming, the iPod OS, jailbreaking, unlocking, bear spray, and warming your tubes.
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Man faces jail time for loud laugh ∞
I could be in trouble if my neighbors hear about this.
Sad decline of HTC ∞
That is brutal.
Microsoft fined $730 million by EU ∞
Microsoft has been fined 561 million euros ($731m; £484m) for failing to promote a range of web browsers, rather than just Internet Explorer, to users in the European Union (EU).
Read WSJ or watch a gorilla roll in leaves
Some big news today that Apple is dominating Samsung in the smartphone market. No doubt the Wall Street Journal is trying to figure out a way to make this bad for Apple. You can wait for that or you can watch this great video of a gorilla rolling in leaves.
“Why I switched from iPhone to Android” ∞
This isn’t the story about how Apple has lost its way and no longer innovates. It hasn’t and it still does. This is merely the story of one dude who got a new phone. Nonetheless, my tale presents a picture of the strengths of modern Android.
Interesting observations from Andy Ihnatko about his switch to Android.
A Lesser Photographer ∞
I am not a good photographer at all, but I enjoy this site.
Groceries for iPhone ∞
Groceries is the quickest way to compose shopping lists on your iPhone and iPod touch.
Just start typing – Groceries will instantly suggest the items you are looking for, and even detect amounts and units. Got a product that Groceries doesn’t know yet? Just add it to your list once, and you’ll never have to type that product’s title again. Composing a shopping list is just a matter of a few taps!
I really like the apps that Sophia Teutschler makes, Groceries included.
Samsung defends using plastic in smartphones ∞
When Samsung looks at what materials to use, it isn’t just taking into consideration the aesthetic quality of the device, Lee said. The company also assesses how quickly and efficiently it can manufacture the product, knowing that it will have to ship a high volume.
So, if you want a quality device with high-end materials, buy an iPhone. Got it.
I’ll be speaking at the Ull Conference in Dublin, Ireland ∞
I’m happy to say that I’m heading back to Dublin, Ireland to speak at the Ull Conference in April. You can find out more information and buy tickets at the conference Web site.
CleanMyMac 2 ∞
I had a chance to use the new version before it was released today and really liked it. I didn’t figure it would find much on my system, but it cleaned up 6GB of garbage from my computer.
The Lamborghini Veneno ∞
Okay, I want one of these too.
Ferrari and Apple ∞
Ferrari, which today unveiled the 1 million euro hybrid model “LaFerrari,” is in talks with Apple about broadening a partnership on in-car entertainment, Di Montezemolo said today at the Geneva motor show. The new four-seater Ferrari model includes mini i-Pads on the passenger seats. Eddy Cue, Apple senior vice president overseeing online services, joined the Ferrari board last year.
This is great news for when I get my Ferrari.
It’s not Apple’s job to be a parent to your kids
I can understand how some parents would be upset if Apple didn’t have some kind of controls to limit the use of the iPhone and iPad, but the fact is they do.
I read Sarah Perez’s story on TechCrunch “Apple’s iPad Needs A Kid Mode. Like, Yesterday” and was kind of amazed at how much blame was put on Apple.
The simple fact is, as parents, it’s up to us to monitor what our kids do with technology or any toy. If you choose not to use the included controls because they are a hassle, then that’s your choice. You made that decision.
Apple’s built-in controls allow the parent to disable Web surfing, the ability to watch movies or TV shows, deny the ability for purchases including in-app purchases, you can even disable a child’s ability to install or delete apps.
Apple provides more controls than most of the toys our kids play with. What’s next, are we going to call Crayola because the kids colored the wall with crayons?
Incredible heartwarming story
If this doesn’t tug at your heart, nothing will. Be sure to watch to the end.