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Important Apple TV 3.0.1 Update to Prevent Temporarily Disappearing Content

Posted by: Bob on: 11/08/2009 12:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 72 views

Apple has issued a 3.0.1 update to the Apple TV to address an issue that causes content to temporarily disappear from the device. They sent out this email notifying customers.

>> Important Apple TV 3.0.1 Update to Prevent Temporarily Disappearing Content

Report: Apple to launch Verizon iPhone in Q3 2010

Posted by: Bob on: 11/07/2009 12:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 105 views

A new report citing sources in the Taiwan handset supply chain says Apple has contracted to produce a UMTS/CDMA hybrid iPhone due in the third quarter of next year that will enable the company to sell a single global handset to all carriers, and specifically to Verizon Wireless in the US.

>> Report: Apple to launch Verizon iPhone in Q3 2010

Doom game creator suggests Apple embarrassed about iPhone gaming

Posted by: Bob on: 11/07/2009 12:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 112 views

John Carmack, creator of the classic PC game Doom, described working with Apple as a rollercoaster ride, and suggested that company executives are not happy about the popularity of gaming on the iPhone and iPod touch.

>> Doom game creator suggests Apple embarrassed about iPhone gaming

'Art project' video game attacks Apple Mac machines

Posted by: Bob on: 11/05/2009 12:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 121 views

A 1980s-style video game attacks the Mac platform, deleting users' files as they progress through the level and shoot enemies. While its creator clearly warns of the consequences, the software has been labeled a Trojan horse.

>> 'Art project' video game attacks Apple Mac machines

Apple's latest 10.6.2 beta packs fixes for VMWare, iMacs, Apple TV

Posted by: Bob on: 11/05/2009 10:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 110 views

Apple has released a new beta of the Mac OS X 10.6.2 update with fixes for various performance issues dealing with AirPort, graphics drivers, Apple TV, among others.

>> Apple's latest 10.6.2 beta packs fixes for VMWare, iMacs, Apple TV

Apple's iPhone hits China with high price, without Wi-Fi

Posted by: Bob on: 10/30/2009 04:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 215 views

The iPhone saw its formal debut in China Friday on carrier China Unicom, with the Wi-Fi-less hardware sold via 2,000 stores at a starting price of 4,999 yuan, or $730.

>> Apple's iPhone hits China with high price, without Wi-Fi

Review: Apple's redesigned, late 2009 13-inch MacBook

Posted by: Bob on: 10/30/2009 02:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 318 views

Apple's new 13 MacBook delivers a lower cost option to the company's MacBook Pro line of aluminum notebooks, while providing a similar unibody construction, much improved display, glass trackpad, and environmentally friendly design.

>> Review: Apple's redesigned, late 2009 13-inch MacBook

First Look: Apple's wireless, multitouch Magic Mouse

Posted by: Bob on: 10/30/2009 02:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 231 views

Apple has broken its decade-long chain of terrible mouse designs with the new multitouch, wireless Magic Mouse, although its multitouch features are somewhat limited in functionality.

>> First Look: Apple's wireless, multitouch Magic Mouse

Apple releases Apple TV 3.0 software with redesigned interface

Posted by: Bob on: 10/29/2009 11:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 210 views

Apple on Thursday introduced its new Apple TV 3.0 software, which features a redesigned main menu that makes navigating content simpler and faster, the company says.

>> Apple releases Apple TV 3.0 software with redesigned interface

Apple Seeds Mac OS X 10.6.2 Build 10C535 to Developers

Posted by: Bob on: 10/29/2009 09:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 238 views

Apple today seeded Build 10C535 of Mac OS X 10.6.2 to developers. The release comes one week after the previous build was pushed to the developer community for testing.

>> Apple Seeds Mac OS X 10.6.2 Build 10C535 to Developers

Apple's first France store to open November 7th - reports

Posted by: Bob on: 10/29/2009 09:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 200 views

While Apple has yet to make it official, multiple reports are saying that the electronics maker plans to cut the ribbon on its first French retail shop -- a flagship location located beside the historic Louvre museum in Paris-- on November 7.

>> Apple's first France store to open November 7th - reports

Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI adapter incompatible with new iMac

Posted by: Bob on: 10/27/2009 01:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 287 views

Apple's new 27-inch iMac and its 16-by-9 ratio screen is currently incompatible with devices not equipped with a Mini DisplayPort, limiting its capabilities as an external display.

>> Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI adapter incompatible with new iMac

Apple shuts down ZFS open source project

Posted by: Bob on: 10/24/2009 03:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 321 views

Apple's efforts to support the development of ZFS, an advanced file system originally created by Sun, were officially terminated today in a notice posted by MacOS Forge.

>> Apple shuts down ZFS open source project

Apple targets 3 new Get a Mac ads at Windows 7 (with videos)

Posted by: Bob on: 10/23/2009 10:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 355 views

As promised, Apple has released three new Get a Mac ads targeting Microsoft's launch of Windows 7 as a good opportunity to abandon Microsoft.

>> Apple targets 3 new Get a Mac ads at Windows 7 (with videos)

Apple's Boot Camp will not support Windows 7 on some 2006 Macs

Posted by: Bob on: 10/23/2009 10:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 371 views

In a memo to retail partners, Apple has announced that it will deliver support for Windows 7 in Mac OS X Snow Leopard's Boot Camp utility by the end of the year via a software update, but exclude support for some Macs sold in 2006.

>> Apple's Boot Camp will not support Windows 7 on some 2006 Macs

Apple releases $999 MacBook with LED display, 7-hour battery

Posted by: Bob on: 10/20/2009 08:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 381 views

Apple Tuesday released a newly redesigned MacBook with a polycarbonate unibody design, LED-backlit display, multi-touch trackpad, and built-in battery with 7 hours of run time.

>> Apple releases $999 MacBook with LED display, 7-hour battery

Apple unveils new iMacs with 21.5 and 27-inch displays

Posted by: Bob on: 10/20/2009 08:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 333 views

Apple on Tuesday unveiled an all new iMac line dual- and quad-core iMacs featuring LED-backlit 21.5 and 27-inch widescreen displays in a new edge-to-edge glass design and seamless all aluminum enclosure.

>> Apple unveils new iMacs with 21.5 and 27-inch displays

Apple intros MacBook overhaul with LED display, 7-hour battery

Posted by: Bob on: 10/20/2009 08:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 300 views

Apple Tuesday released a newly redesigned MacBook with a polycarbonate unibody design, LED-backlit display, multi-touch trackpad, and built-in battery with 7 hours of run time.

>> Apple intros MacBook overhaul with LED display, 7-hour battery

Apple Introduces New Aluminum Remote, Improves Performance on AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule

Posted by: Bob on: 10/20/2009 08:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 259 views

While the big news today was Apple's release of new iMacs, a new Magic Mouse, updated Mac minis, and a refreshed MacBook, Apple also quietly updated several other hardware products.

>> Apple Introduces New Aluminum Remote, Improves Performance on AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule

Apple's Q4 Blows Wall Street Away

Posted by: Bob on: 10/20/2009 08:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 299 views

Despite an ongoing recession, the fourth quarter of Apple's fiscal year 2009, which ended in September, was the company's second-best quarter ever, Chief Financial Officer Peter Oppenheimer said at the company's earnings call on Monday. Net revenues totaled $9.87 billion, and net quarterly profits $1.67 billion, or $1.82 per diluted share.

>> Apple's Q4 Blows Wall Street Away

Rumors of New Apple Hardware Tomorrow Swirling

Posted by: Bob on: 10/20/2009 10:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 290 views

With numerous reports in recent weeks of new hardware releases from Apple and low stocks of a number of current-generation models, Apple watchers have been waiting on edge for new products to make their appearance.

>> Rumors of New Apple Hardware Tomorrow Swirling

Apple seeds new Mac OS X 10.6.2 beta with guest account glitch fix

Posted by: Bob on: 10/17/2009 10:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 393 views

Apple Friday sent its third beta release of the forthcoming Mac OS X 10.6.2 update with fixes for QuickTime, iChat, and a widely reported guest account glitch that could delete user data..

>> Apple seeds new Mac OS X 10.6.2 beta with guest account glitch fix

Apple Modifies Boot ROM on Revised iPhone 3GS Models to Hinder Jailbreaking

Posted by: Bob on: 10/14/2009 06:08 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 340 views

iClarified reports that Apple has apparently recently made a slight update to its shipping iPhone 3GS models, deploying an updated boot ROM that does not allow the exploit typically used to jailbreak the devices to be employed.

>> Apple Modifies Boot ROM on Revised iPhone 3GS Models to Hinder Jailbreaking

Psystar, Apple both look to avoid 2010 trial

Posted by: Bob on: 10/10/2009 09:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 341 views

This week Apple and clone Mac maker Psystar both asked for a summary judgment in their ongoing lawsuit before the trial can officially start in January 2010.

>> Psystar, Apple both look to avoid 2010 trial

Apple seeds second beta of Mac OS X 10.6.2 to developers

Posted by: Bob on: 10/10/2009 09:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ] · 366 views

Apple has seeded its developers with a second beta release of its Mac OS X 10.6.2 update, which incorporates numerous fixes for a wide variety of issues.

>> Apple seeds second beta of Mac OS X 10.6.2 to developers