∞ MacTech Conference adds virtualization panel

MacTech Conference 2010 added a couple of new events to its November show, further expanding the depth of offerings for developers and IT professionals. (more…)

∞ iPad, iPhone, iPod touch wireless printing coming with AirPrint

Apple on Wednesday said it has released a beta version of AirPrint, its wireless printing technology, to developers. The technology will be included in the free iOS 4.2 update in November. (more…)

∞ One-third of US adults have apps on their phones

You could install apps on a portable device for years, but it never really took off until Apple opened the App Store for the iPhone. Now, according to a new study, 35 percent of US adults have apps on their phones.

This is a pretty remarkable tech-adoption story, if you consider that there was no apps culture until two years ago,” said Roger Entner, co-author of the report and Senior Vice President and Head of Research and Insights for Telecom Practice at Nielsen. “Every metric we capture shows a widening embrace of all kinds of apps by a widening population. It’s too early to say what this will eventually amount to, but not too early to say that this is an important new part of the technology world of many Americans.”

35% US adults now have apps on their cell phones — Pew survey claims [9 to 5 Mac]

∞ Consumer Reports smacks down Apple, iPhone 4 again

Apple can sell millions of iPhones in a single quarter, but the company can’t seem to catch a break from Consumer Reports. (more…)

∞ Watts calibrates your MacBook, MacBook Pro battery

Did you know your MacBook battery should be recalibrated? I didn’t. Apparently Apple recommends you do it, and now there is an app to help you get it done. (more…)

∞ Are companies embarrassed to just copy Apple?

You can pretty much count on many of the major companies copying whatever new product design Apple comes up with these days, but is that a satisfying way to do business? (more…)

∞ Apple says Steve Jobs Ninja incident is "pure fiction"

Apple says reports earlier today that Steve Jobs was stopped at Japan’s Kansai International Airport with Ninja throwing stars in his luggage are false. (more…)

∞ Steve Jobs stopped at Japan airport for having Ninja throwing stars

Apple CEO Steve Jobs was reportedly stopped at Japan’s Kansai International Airport because a security scan detected weapons in his luggage. (more…)

∞ This week's hot Mac software picks

Welcome to The Loop Picks for this week. The apps showcased here are Mac software applications found in Bodega that the editors of The Loop found interesting, useful or cool. I hope you enjoy this week’s choices. (more…)

∞ Analyst predicts iPad revenue surpassing Mac in 2012

The release (and instant success) of the iPad has caused more than one pundit to prognosticate the end of the Mac (and PC) as we know it. And while we’re quite sure the Mac is here to stay, Daniel “Deagol” Tello’s projections show that Apple may indeed be garnering more revenue from the iPad than the Mac by as soon as 2012. Obviously, it’s just one man’s opinion, but it makes for interesting reading regardless. (more…)

∞ Adobe reinstates development of Flash to iPhone app making tool

Adobe said it will once again begin working on a tool that allows Flash developers to deliver their apps to Apple’s iOS devices. (more…)

∞ Apple to discontinue free iPhone Bumper Case program on Sept. 30

When Steve Jobs announced during a press conference in July that all iPhone 4 users would receive a free case, he set a deadline of September 30 to reevaluate the program. Apple has, and they will discontinue it. (more…)

∞ Grand Theft Auto Trilogy is Mac-bound

Rockstar Games announced late Thursday plans to produce its “Grand Theft Trilogy” for the Mac. Details are sketchy, though they indicated the games would be released “most likely later this year.” (more…)

∞ iPhone, iPad and iPod touch apps for the NFL season

It’s time to paint your face, put on your jersey and drop the tailgate. No, it’s not Halloween, it’s the start of the NFL season. (more…)

∞ Gruber on changes to the App Store policies

Apple took a huge step today by changing some of the policies governing the way developers create apps for the iOS. Apple also published guidelines for the review process of apps, making it easier for developers to know exactly what is acceptable.

I love these no-nonsense guidelines:

• We have over 250,000 apps in the App Store. We don’t need any more Fart apps.
• If your app doesn’t do something useful or provide some form of lasting entertainment, it may not be accepted.
• If your App looks like it was cobbled together in a few days, or you’re trying to get your first practice App into the store to impress your friends, please brace yourself for rejection. We have lots of serious developers who don’t want their quality Apps to be surrounded by amateur hour.

A Taste of What’s New in the Updated App Store License Agreement and New Review Guidelines [Daring Fireball]

∞ MacUpdate promo offers ten Mac apps for $50

Mac software tracking site, MacUpdate, on Thursday launched a new promotion that gives users the opportunity to purchase 10 Mac applications at a considerable discount. (more…)

∞ Apple promises greater transparency and flexibility for App Store developers

A new statement from Apple would seem to indicate a more conciliatory and open approach to its relationship with developers of software for iOS devices. It’s great news in particular for developers who rely on cross-platform software toolkits, which seemingly ran afoul of Apple’s SDK license earlier this year. (more…)

∞ Apple releases iOS 4.1

Apple on Wednesday released iOS 4.1, the latest version of the company’s mobile operating system. (more…)

∞ Review: iPod nano is the big winner

Apple revamped its entire iPod line-up at its September event last week, but for me, the biggest winner is the iPod nano. (more…)

∞ Review: iPod touch is a gaming platform and so much more

The iPod touch literally has it all. This is Apple’s flagship iPod and is the top-selling device in the company’s arsenal — with good reason. (more…)

∞ Review: iPod shuffle gives you a great mix

The redesigned iPod shuffle is quite different from its predecessor, and the addition of buttons on the face make it much easier to use. With VoiceOver, you have a great mix of navigating using the buttons and voice. (more…)

∞ Ping tops 1 million users in 48 hours

Apple on Friday said its new Ping service topped 1 million users after being available for only 48 hours. (more…)

∞ iTunes Ping ignores independent artists

Apple has done a lot to promote music from all genres over the past 10 years, but its latest service leaves independent artists out in the cold. (more…)

∞ Inductive charger powers Apple's Magic Mouse

I love seeing a new product that actually solves a problem. That’s what I found today with The Magic Charger from Mobee. (more…)

∞ Apple met expectations and more at its September event

Expectations ran high before Apple’s annual music event in San Francisco, but trying to determine if the company met those expectations isn’t as easy as it seems. I spoke with a number of analysts to get their thoughts on Apple’s performance. (more…)

∞ Apple's iOS almost 6 times larger than Android on the Web

Apple’s iOS mobile operating system is more popular on the Web than Android and Linux, according to new research data from Net Applications. (more…)

∞ Apple TV: A first step in a long-term strategy

The new Apple TV is an impressive device that is much smaller than its predecessor and only streams content, instead of playing from an internal hard drive. Whether you like the new device or not, it’s important to remember that this is the first step in Apple’s television strategy. (more…)

∞ Live update from Apple's September event

I am in San Francisco for Apple’s annual music event and will bring you live updates from beginning to end. The event is underway, so save this page, share it with others and enjoy the show. (more…)

∞ Apple to stream live video of Wednesday's event

Apple is taking the unusual step of providing live video streaming of Wednesday’s special press event in San Francisco. The event will be available to Safari users running on Mac OS X 10.6, an iPhone, iPod touch running iOS 3.0 or later or iPad. (more…)

∞ SpamSieve improves filtering accuracy

If you’re a regular Loop reader, you know that we don’t report on each and every software update that comes down the road – so when we do, you can be pretty certain that it’s software we think is important. Such is the case with C-Command’s SpamSieve, an excellent tool for ridding yourself of unwanted e-mail. (more…)