Archive | November, 2008
8 useful iPhone Travel apps
Travellious has a great list of travel related iPhone applications that will help you find taxis, food, and even bathrooms when you find yourself in an unfamiliar part of the world. Check out the list over here.
Continue reading...Rumor: iMac touchscreen in the works?
25. November 2008
Although an iMac touchscreen is pure speculation, this is an interesting nugget of information nonetheless. Stuff.Tv reports: “Here in Korea, LG’s just given me a quick look inside one of their factories. And beyond the sight of 100in TVs being cranked out faster than Lewis Hamilton on a flying lap, one interesting nugget of info […]
Continue reading...Beatles on iTunes is delayed yet again
25. November 2008
In a piece of news that shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, Paul Mcartney told reporters today that negotiations to bring The Beatles to iTunes have stalled. “The last word I got back was it’s stalled at the whole moment, the whole process. I really hope it will happen because I think it should. […]
Continue reading...Student writes to Steve Jobs, Gets free Final Cut Studio 2!
25. November 2008
Gizmodo reports: A Greenwich High School student wrote a letter directly to Mr. Jobs himself asking politely for an student discount on Final Cut Studio 2. Two weeks later, he got way more than he wanted, shipped directly from Cupertino. Check out the full story over here. It’s really quite incredible. I would have posted […]
Continue reading...Apple goes green in new Ad campaign
25. November 2008
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 […]
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25. November 2008
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