August 11, 2010
∞ Apple releases iOS 4.0.2, fixing PDF vulnerability
Apple on Wednesday released an update for its mobile operating system, fixing a vulnerability in viewing PDF files. (more…)
∞ Apogee unveils the Symphony I/O audio interface
One of my favorite audio hardware companies, Apogee Electronics, recently released the Symphony I/O multi-channel audio interface. (more…)
∞ Dell Streak takes on the iPad… or was that the iPhone
With the release of the Streak on Thursday, Dell will try to target all of Apple’s mobile products at once. This strategy will surely only confuse consumers. (more…)
August 10, 2010
∞ Study: iPhone users have more sex
There are a lot of considerations when purchasing a smartphone. We consider storage, camera, apps and many other things, but now we stats on one more data point: sex. (more…)
∞ Apple launches App Store Volume Purchase for schools
Apple quietly launched a new program for educational institutions that want to purchase apps from its iPhone, iPod touch and iPad App Store — a Volume Purchase Program. (more…)
∞ Microsoft updates Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac
Microsoft’s Mac division on Tuesday released updates for two of its Mac Office editions: Office 2004 and Office 2008. (more…)
∞ Zakk Wylde's 'Order of the Black' now available
Zakk Wylde on Tuesday released his latest Black Label Society studio album, “Order of the Black.” This is the band’s first album in four years and it gives fans everything they expect from Zakk and BLS. (more…)
August 9, 2010
∞ Apple launches MobileMe Calendar beta
Apple first previewed its MobileMe Calendar beta in early July. Tonight it went live. (more…)
∞ Review: iRig and AmpliTube for the iPad and iPhone
I’ve been using IK Multimedia’s AmpliTube on my Mac for years, so I was interested to see what the company developed for the iPad and iPhone. They didn’t disappoint. (more…)
∞ The Loop Picks on Bodega
Welcome to this week’s The Loop Picks. 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…)
∞ Ozzy Osbourne is loving his iPad
The Prince of Darkness may not be the biggest technology fan in the world, but Ozzy Osbourne is loving his iPad, according to his daughter Kelly. (more…)
∞ Apple's 12-core Mac Pro available to order
Introduced in late July, Apple’s newest high-end Mac is now available to order from the company’s online store. (more…)
∞ Report: Papermaster had a falling out with Steve Jobs
The only thing worse at Apple than being involved in a product launch that doesn’t go as planned, is not getting along with Steve Jobs. When you do both, you know your days are numbered. (more…)
August 7, 2010
∞ Apple executive leaves in the wake of iPhone antenna woes
Apple confirmed on Saturday that Mark Papermaster, Apple’s senior vice president of Devices Hardware Engineering, is leaving the company. (more…)
∞ Daylite Touch for iPhone adds notification, multitasking support
Marketcircle updated its business productivity app, Daylite Touch for the iPhone and iPod touch, adding some new functionality and support for iPhone 4 users. (more…)
∞ Apple adds Genius to iPad App Store
Apple is taking steps to help users solve one of the most difficult problems on the App Store — discovery. (more…)
August 6, 2010
∞ Yoko Ono says Beatles not going on iTunes
If you’ve been waiting for the Beatles catalog to appear on the iTunes Store, you may have a long wait ahead of you. (more…)
∞ Apple adds 'Try Before You Buy' to the iPhone App Store
Apple is always changing up the feature section of its App Store, for both the iPad and iPhone. The company on Friday added a new section that will surely please a lot of users. (more…)
∞ Apple in talks to buy Chinese gaming company
Apple is looking to expand its reach into China and the gaming market with the purchase of another company. (more…)
August 5, 2010
∞ Dish Network bringing TV to the iPad
We all know that the iPad is the perfect platform for media consumption and now satellite provider Dish Network is about to put that to the test. (more…)
∞ Camera Plus Pro and the 10 Days of Summer Contest
Camera Plus Pro is the one photography app that I purchased and have kept using. The company recently updated the app and they are having a contest for its users. (more…)
∞ The Loop Picks on Bodega
Welcome to the first week of The Loop Picks. 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…)
∞ Mac software store app Bodega updated with 'The Loop Picks'
Freshcode on Thursday released an updated version of its Mac software store application, Bodega. One new feature of Bodega 1.2 is “The Loop Picks.” (more…)
August 4, 2010
∞ Yamaha introduces new Motif XF customizable production keyboard
For keyboard players, Motif is a name that means “professional quality” at some of the highest levels of sound quality and versatility for musicians. For nearly a decade, this line of Yamaha products has redefined the standards for the industry by offering more than just a great controller with better sound quality. (more…)
∞ GadgetTrak 3 anti-theft software tracks laptops, desktops
ActiveTrak released the latest version of its anti-theft and tracking software, GadgetTrak 3. (more…)
∞ Survey shows iPhone 4 owners less satisfied than iPhone 3GS owners
ChangeWave, a market research company, has surveyed iPhone 4 owners. The survey reveals that iPhone 4 users are, on a whole, satisfied, though not perhaps as much so as iPhone 3GS users were. (more…)
∞ MOTU releases Digital Performer 7.2, free iPhone app
MOTU recently shipped two products that musicians will most certainly be interested in: Digital Performer (DP) 7.2 and DP Control, an iPhone app that allows you to control DP from Apple’s mobile devices. (more…)
August 3, 2010
∞ A new sign of the times: "No computer" policies in cafes
Consumers now expect complementary Wi-Fi access as part of the basic experience at cafes and restaurants around the country. But as evidenced in a recent editorial in The New York Times, some shop owners are beginning to push back, establishing “no computer” hours or limiting access to a short duration. (more…)
∞ Capo 2 adds ability to detect guitar chords
I’m a long time user of Capo, so I was really excited to hear about the advances in Capo 2, which was released on Tuesday. (more…)
∞ RIM's Blackpad is doomed against the iPad
We all know the market follows whatever Apple does with its products. News of RIM’s commitment to an iPad competitor called the Blackpad is just further proof of that, and proof that it will fail at setting the tone for the market. (more…)