Archive | February, 2009
Microsofts new Rookies themed “I’m a PC” ad campaign – what’s the target audience?
Ya know those new “I’m a PC” ads from Microsoft that feature young children using Microsoft products? The commercials are definitely cute, but whether or not they actually work is another story. Tom Reestman, writing for The Apple Blog, isn’t impressed, and notes that Microsoft is showcasing a demographic (young children) who aren’t yet mature […]
Continue reading...iPhoto recognizes Benjamin Franklin on the $100 bill
17. February 2009
Came across this snapshot of iPhoto earlier today. Brilliant!
Continue reading...Settlement reached in Apple Store disability lawsuit
17. February 2009
ifoAppleStore reports: The attorneys for two disabled Oakland (Calif.) women have reached a settlement with Apple Inc. over their lawsuit alleging the San Francisco store is not accessible to persons in wheelchairs. Apple denied any liability for the women’s claims, but did agree to a three-page list of changes to the store. Both sides agreed […]
Continue reading...Everyone join in on the App Store Party!
17. February 2009
Two days into the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, it seems that everyone and their mother is coming out with an App Store. Here’s a quick run-down of all the app store party goers via Fortune: Nokia’s Ovi Store. An online app and media portal that comes “pre-integrated” on Nokia’s (NOK) new N97 (right), but […]
Continue reading...Family Guy makes fun of the Zune
17. February 2009
Family Guy pokes a little bit of fun at Microsoft: It’s kinda funny, though sort of forced. I thought NBC’s show “Chuck” did a better job at it earlier this year. Check out the clip below:
Continue reading...Video of Windows Mobile 6.5 in action looks sluggish
16. February 2009
Check out this demo video of Windows Mobile 6.5 in action. Is it just me, or does the UI seem noticeably sluggish? Also, is Gizmodo getting paid to say they that the new “interface rocks”? It seems objectively clunky, and while it’s a clear step up from previous versions, it still leaves a lot to […]
Continue reading...New York Times is un-impressed with Windows Mobile 6.5
16. February 2009
Writing in the New York Times today, Saul Hansell observed that while Windows Mobile 6.5 does contain some improvements, it largely remains an un-impressive upgrade with no features that haven’t been seen before. I had a chance to preview the new Windows Mobile 6.5 cellphone operating system that Microsoft is introducing today. I was unimpressed […]
Continue reading...Las Vegas Casinos told to be aware of card counting iPhone apps
16. February 2009
The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports that casinos have been warned over the use of a card counting application for the iPhone. A quick search on the iTunes App Store revealed that there are currently two such programs available that seek to teach users how to count cards, and allows them to virtually practice their craft. […]
Continue reading...Microsoft unveils update to Windows Mobile, introduces app store
16. February 2009
On the first day of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Microsoft unveiled an upgrade to Windows Mobile and announced plans to introduce an Apple like app store for Windows Mobile users. The upgrade will be released as Windows Mobile 6.5, and will sport a completely new interface and enhanced features such as a more […]
Continue reading...New Plugin from Google lets you Stream Hulu and Netflix videos with Frontrow
16. February 2009
A new plugin from Google allows Frontrow users to stream Hulu and Netflix videos straight to their computer. The plugin is called ‘Understudy’ and is hosted over at Google Code. Once the plugin is installed, users can select from a number of feeds to add to their Frontrow page. For example, you can add a […]
Continue reading...“Palm Pre to Receive Flash Support in 2009”
16. February 2009
Palm announced today that flash will be coming to the Palm Pre in 2009. PC Mag reports: Adobe Flash 10 will be integrated into the Palm Pre‘s browser sometime in 2009, the company said Monday. Adobe also inaugurated a $10 million fund for Flash application development and showed a new Adobe Reader Mobile SDK which […]
Continue reading...Sunday Evening Link Roundup
16. February 2009
Fart Wars: iFart Mobile looks to prevent trademark of “Pull My Finger” – Smoking Apples with more coverage by Joel Comm himself over here. Apple Store coming to Brooklyn? – Fortune Metallica discography box to be launched as iTunes exclusive – Macworld Customizable 4-Finger Multi-Touch Gestures Planned by Apple? – MacRumors Apple Store Decor: Revelator […]
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17. February 2009
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