Archive | November, 2008
Apple goes green in new Ad campaign
Apple today launched a new commercial touting its MacBook’s as being the “greenest” and most environmentally friendly notebooks on the market. The commercial, which debuted today during “Heroes” on NBC, specifically mentions how the laptops are made out of recyclable aluminum, how energy efficient they are, and how they lack common toxins found in other [...]
Continue reading...Apple sued over iPhone browser
24. November 2008
The Wall Street Journal reports: For those who thought Apple invented the iPhone, Elliott Gottfurcht of West Los Angeles has a surprise. The West Los Angeles real estate developer contends that he, not Apple, is responsible for technology behind some of the popular gadget’s fancy touch-screen and Web navigation tricks. And now he wants Apple [...]
Continue reading...Why the iPhone doesn’t need to compete with the Nintendo DS or Sony PSP
24. November 2008
There’s an article over at RedHerring which argues that the hype surrounding the iPhone and iPod Touch as gaming devices is just that, hype. The article points out that while the gaming experience on the iPhone is superior compared to that of other smartphones, it still lags way behind the gaming capabilities of the Nintendo [...]
Continue reading...Yet another iPhone lawsuit over 3G speeds
23. November 2008
Apple is being sued again for allegedly misrepresenting the speed of the iPhone 3G. The suit was filed last week in California by Peter Keller, and he is seeking class-action status. The suit accuses Apple and AT&T of negligence, breach of warranties, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, unlawful business practices, and false and misleading advertising. Keller alleges [...]
Continue reading...Interview with Steve Wozniak
23. November 2008
Below is a link to an enlightening interview with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. Woz is in high form as he discusses a wide variety of topics including the iPhone, Steve Jobs, his proudest accomplishment, and his general take on a number of interesting issues. Here is an excerpt of him talking about Steve Jobs: “Well, [...]
Continue reading...I’m a PC, and I’m a dork
23. November 2008
Goodness gracious, Microsoft just doesn’t get it. They’ve recently launched an online store where users can get a variety of items with the slogan “I’m a PC” plastered all over it. They’ve got trucker hats, mugs, ties, and a variety of other items that just scream “I’m lame.” And don’t think I’m being biased here, [...]
Continue reading...Apple launches “iPhone Your Life” website
22. November 2008
Apple recently launched a new section on its website that highlights some of the ways users can use their iPhone to have fun and increase productivity. Apple lists a few categories that users can browse through, including Around Town, World Travel, At Home, Getting Things Done, and Fun and Games. In addition, the site has [...]
Continue reading...HP’s TouchScreen Laptop doesn’t seem all that great
22. November 2008
Check out this video of HP’s new TouchSmart Laptop that allows the user to interact with the screen via touch gestures. While some have argued that HP has beaten Apple to the market with a touchscreen laptop, the video below clearly shows that the concept needs a lot more work. I can’t help but think [...]
Continue reading...Rock Band coming to the iPhone?
22. November 2008
Silicon Alley Insider reports that the co-creator of the video games ‘Rock Band’ and ‘Guitar Hero’ has his eye on developing a similar type program for the iPhone. But what about the iPhone rhythm game Tap Tap Revenge, which is already available and popular? Not a threat, Alex says. Alex told us it was hard [...]
Continue reading...Judge tosses out 2 out of 3 claims in iPhone lawsuit
22. November 2008
InternetNews is reporting that a Judge in Arkansas has thrown out 2 out of 3 claims in a lawsuit filed against Apple for poor iPhone 3G performance. “Had Apple received notice from plaintiffs that the particular iPhones bought by them were defective, Apple could have taken a direct route toward fixing the alleged defects or [...]
Continue reading...Prices for iPhone apps might be creeping back up
22. November 2008
VentureBeat reports that developers are bucking the trend of engaging in price wars for iPhone apps. There’s been a lot of hoopla recently about how developers are increasingly pricing their apps at 99 cents in order to attract users, but we might soon see that trend reverse itself as $9.99 applications become more common place. [...]
Continue reading...Steve Wozniak takes a piss on a Segway
21. November 2008
Aside from the iPhone 2.2 update, its an otherwise slow day for Apple news, so enjoy or cringe at this picture of Woz. Don’t say you weren’t warned! Via Break, which apparently didn’t realize who was in the pic!
Continue reading...Apple updates iPhone software, forgets how to spell
21. November 2008
Apple must have been so hard at work on the iPhone 2.2 software update that it was able to let a spelling mistake slip in. Notice the spelling of ‘Catagories’ below – it should read ‘Categories’. I wonder if people are gonna organize a class-action and sue?? Via MacWorld UK
Continue reading...Engadget posts pics of updated iPhone running on T-Mobile
21. November 2008
What a scandal! The iPhone 2.2 software update came out early Friday morning, and Engadget was first on the scene with screenshots. But those screenshots show an iPhone running on the T-Mobile network. Tsk Tsk, Engadget. Okay, it’s really not that big of a deal at all, and actually, it’s kinda funny. Those Catherine Zeta [...]
Continue reading...Apple Stock hits 52 week low
21. November 2008
Apple’s stock today closed just about $80 a share, representing a 52 week low. This is actually the lowest the stock has been since Apple first announced the iPhone in early 2007. Ironically, Apple’s financials are better than they’ve ever been before, but that doesn’t mean its been able to shield itself from broader economic [...]
Continue reading...iPhone 2.2 software update is available!
21. November 2008
iPhone 2.2 software update is finally available for download. The new update has lots of goodies including A new look for Safari with the Google search bar now occupying its own space on the title bar The ability to turn auto-correction on and off Emoji icons, which should be welcome over in Japan New language [...]
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25. November 2008
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