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Old school Steve Jobs flicks off IBM

Given the recent litigation involving I.B.M. and new Apple-hire Mark Papermaster, I wouldn’t be surprised if Jobs still feels the same way about Big Blue. This photo was taken in mid-Manhattan sometime in the early 80’s. And check it out, no black turtleneck!

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Monday Link Roundup

Apple flirting with another record quarter for Mac sales – AppleInsider Why developers prefer Macs – MacWorld Apple sued over iPhone 3G hairline cracks – TG Daily Departed iPod chief wanted a Linux iPhone – Portfolio ARM-Optimized Flash: Adobe gets serious about the iPhone – The Apple Blog iPod Speakers made from Paper Cups – […]

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Apple fixes MacBook Pro trackpad glitch with firmware update

Apple today released a firmware update for Macbook/Pro owners who have been experiencing trackpad problems on their new machines.  We reported earlier that there have been quite a few complaints from users stating that their trackpad would often ignore clicks, and sometimes would require numerous impressions before a click was registered.  Steve Jobs promised a […]

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Worst iPhone excuse ever

Check out this post from the Apple support discussion board. A married man attached a dirty picture of himself to an email, and then sent it to another woman. When his wife found it, he blamed an iPhone glitch! Here are some or the more lively responses to the poor woman’s question: “Its a glitch, […]

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Steve Jobs foreshadows Tony Fadell’s departure from Apple!

When Steve Jobs demoed the iPhone at Macworld ’07, he took some time to show off how to update and remove contacts. And when showing how to remove a contact, he ironically removed the recently retired head of Apple’s iPod division, Tony Fadell, from his contact list. Talk about foreshadowing. Check out the video below […]

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Interview with EA’s head of iPhone Development

MacLife has an enlightening interview with Travis Boatman, the iPhone boss over at Electronic Arts. Regarding the iPhone as a gaming device compared to the DS and PSP: I think all three devices actually provide really great play experiences. How they’re different, though, is what’s important. I think, fundamentally, the DS and the PSP are […]

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Video: Google voice commands come to the iPhone

Google is expected to unveil today a new app that will allow users to activate search functions with their voice. The New York Times reports: “Users of the free application, which Apple is expected to make available as soon as Friday through its iTunes store, can place the phone to their ear and ask virtually […]

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I.B.M ordered to post 3 Million dollar bond in Papermaster case; Papermaster responds to complaint

In the on-going saga between I.B.M and Mark Papermaster over his decision to work for Apple, a Ditrict Judge in New York has recently ordered that I.B.M post a 3 million dollar bond in the event that it’s later decided that the preliminary injunction initiated by I.B.M was without merit.  This, however, should not be […]

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Surf’s up on the iPhone

Believe it or not, but there’s more to the iPhone than just games.  Yes, it’s true!  There’s a new application on the iPhone exemplifying the increasingly practical nature of iPhone applications, and it’s called Surf Report. Surf Report is the result of a joint venture between Oakley and Surfline.com that gives users up to date […]

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Apple releases Safari 3.2 with phishing protection and improved security

Apple today released Safari 3.2 which offers new protection against phishing scams and provides better identification of online business’s.  The update is 39.9 MB and according to Apple: “This update is recommended for all Safari users and features protection from fraudulent phishing websites and better identification of online businesses. This update also includes the latest […]

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Snow Patrol iPhone App downloaded over 30,000 times

As musicians look for new ways to connect with fans, the iPhone might soon become an attractive option.  A few weeks ago we reported that Pink launched a free iPhone app that included 30 second music previews, news, photos, and other goodies that Pink fans would be interested in.  Well, Snow Patrol, an indie band […]

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Is the iPhone finally coming to China?

There was an interesting job posting on Apple’s website today seeking an iPhone Quality Assurance Engineer to work in Beijing.  The job description is as follows: “Software Engineering is looking for an extremely talented Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to focus on international releases of our iPhone and iPod touch products for Beijing. You will work […]

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