January 2008
216 posts
TUAW Responds: Creating Web Clips with User Names... →
Filed under: iPod Family, iPhone
TUAW reader Rudi writes that he needs web clips on his iPhone that “prefix my web path with a username and password, great for things like web based corporate email.” In response to Rudi and to anyone else who needs special-purpose URLs, including ones that make telephone calls (using the tel:// prefix instead of http://), here’s ClipIt.
When...
PC makers to adopt chips used in MacBook Air →
Two PC makers will adopt chips that Intel designed specifically for Apple’s MacBook Air.
The canopy bed of the future →
(Credit: BornRich)
The “Starry Night Bed” has more technologies than you can shake a remote at, but let’s face it: It looks pretty homely, especially considering the cost of the $50,000 model.
The “Sphera” pictured here, on the other hand, is as much a work of art as …
First Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi Hands On: Your... →
Unlike Nikon’s D40x update, the D60, I’m pretty sure the Canon guy would’ve noticed if I swapped out my XTi with the XSi Indiana Jones style, and not just because it’s tied to the table (I really wanted to). It feels more solid, both in the material (not as toy-like) and in the grip, which now uses the same kind of rubber roughage as the 40D to feel more manly.
Its...
Apple launches basic Mac tutorials →
Apple today launched a series of tutorials geared toward PC owners who are entertaining the prospect of owning a Mac. The three current guides already available include ‘Anatomy of a Mac,’ ‘Move to Mac,’ and ‘Windows on a Mac.’ Anatomy of a Mac explains the process of using a Mac right away, including the internet setup assistant and the desktop. T…
Yahoo CAPTCHA Hacked →
JVC HD Everio camcorders output at 1080p60 →
JVC’s two new Everio hard disk camcorders can output HD video at 1080p, 60 frames per second. They’re also Mac-compatible.
A more elegant manila envelope →
Filed under: Accessories, MacBook Air
We posted a while ago about AirMail, a vinyl carrier for the MacBook Air which took the manila envelope idea quite literally. It’s conceivable that the sheer sexiness of the MacBook Air may eventually make the manila envelope itself a fashion icon, but in the meantime Studio Leung has come out with a bag that abstracts the envelope concept into a less...
Converting video for iPod →
You have QuickTime and Windows video files you’d like to play on your iPod? Follow along to convert them to an iPod-friendly format.
Ferrari president tips hat to Apple →
Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari has given praise to Apple Inc. (Italian), calling the company a “myth” that started from nothing and evolved into the most innovative company in the world. Ferrari president Luca Cordero di Montezemolo dubbed Apple revolutionary, adding that the Mac and iPod maker boasts extraordinary communication skills, ac…
Nikon D60 to be first 'Eye-Fi Connected' camera →
Nikon’s new D60 SLR, announced just yesterday, will additionally be one of the first cameras to be a part of Eye-Fi’s Connected program, the latter company has announced. Eye-Fi produces self-named Wi-Fi memory cards, which allow people to copy data without removing a card from a device; this involves a special configuration process, which sets up…
Apple launches Mac video tutorials website →
A new subsection of Apple’s website dubbed “Find out how” offers dozens of new video tutorials aimed at swaying consumers towards its Mac computing platform and then helping them achieve the most from their Mac experience once they bite the bullet.
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Fastmac offers high-cap 17-inch MacBook Pro... →
Fastmac is selling a replacement battery for 17-inch MacBook Pros that costs less and lasts longer than Apple’s.
Apple stock forecast to hit $300 - analyst →
Steve Hach, financial analyst for the ValuEngine Bulletin,
believes that Apple stock is currently undervalued. Based on proprietary models, ValuEngine estimates that the market is at or near the bottom, suggesting that this may be the time to buy Apple stock. Its historical charting model triggers a buy recommendation any time Apple stockís price …
PSP 3.90 firmware update with Skype available →
Filed under: Gaming, Handhelds, Portable Audio, Portable Video
Oh yes, Skype for your PSP-2000 series is now a reality. At least outside of Japan. It’s only available via network update at the moment and adds expanded support for PLAYSTATION Network titles. You do have your $20 PSP Headset right? Good, so what are you waiting for punk, get outta here and let us know how it goes.
[Thanks...
ASUS extending Eee brand to desktops, TVs, and... →
Filed under: Desktops, Home Entertainment, Laptops
Just as we feared, Asus is getting ready to dilute their Eee branding until it’s RAZRed down to a hint of its former panache. The new family of low-cost, Eee products will include the E-DT (desktop), E-TV, and E-Monitor. The $200 - $300 E-DT will initially sport a Celeron processor when it ships without a monitor sometime in April or...
Here is the Key: 18 84 58 A6 D1 50 34 DF E3 86 F2... →
No, our servers are not getting nuts one more time. This key sent by anonymous users to our forum is the key used by Apple to sign some procedure in iPhone OS/installation.
We do not know how such information has been released on the internet; especially that Apple will likely modify it before releasing the SDK.
So why publishing it? Hereafter is our position:
While we can understand that Apple...
Apple seen introducing cheaper, more innovative... →
With market data clearly showing a deceleration in growth of the standalone MP3 player market, Apple Inc. will reportedly strive to maintain growth in its iPod business by introducing a range of cheaper, more innovative models that incorporate touch-screens and multi-touch technology.
Nikon D60 to Sell For $750, Hits Stores in... →
Nikon’s D60, the minor upgrade to the D40, will be in stores by the end of February for $750, shipping with an 18-55mm lens. [Crave]
Hands on with XIOS, the Cloud OS that runs in a... →
XIOS (the XML Internet OS) has been in development for some time, but now that it’s in private beta, we dive in to see what’s what with this so-called Cloud OS that can run offline.
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iPhone 1.1.3 Mixing Up Your SMS Order? Here's How... →
If your iPhone’s displaying SMS messages out of order on firmware version 1.1.3, it’s because your phone has a different time/date setting from your cellular provider. To fix it, just switch your phone to auto-sync from the network. [Apple]
ShakeSMS Lets You Shake Your Nokia to Read Text... →
Shaking a phone to read text messages is as intuitive as swiping your finger across the screen to unlock it, but once you’re trained it becomes second nature. In this case, ShakeSMS is an app for Nokia phones that lets you jostle your phone to view an incoming SMS. Jigger it again to go back to the home screen. That’s pretty much all the app does, but it does it well. [ShakeSMS via...
How To Discover Secret Gadgets Through the FCC... →
Long the well of gadget blog content, the FCC website is chock-full of unannounced gear ripe for the plucking. Finding these gadgets is a simple process, but for many, knowing where to begin is a difficult task. We’ve decided to throw together this how-to guide so you can find your own treasure chest of undiscovered gadgets…just like the pros!
The Search Page The first step is knowing...
vLite Windows Vista Stripper Removes Bloat (a.k.a.... →
Do you think Windows Vista is bloated? (I don’t.) A tool called vLite lets you pick and choose which one of the built-in applications (Windows Mail, Windows Media Player, Windows Photo Viewer, etc.) you want to remove for good. Nuhagic, the creator, says that he’s not just ripping out Vista’s guts to save hard drive space, but to increase responsiveness by not having applications...
Qatar may shun dollar peg to check rising... →
Qatar may shun dollar peg to check rising inflation Gulf Daily News, Bahrain - 8 hours ago DUBAI: Qatar is considering dropping its dollar peg in favour of a basket of currencies or revaluing its riyal among policy options to fight rising …
First Look: MindManager 7, mind mapping app →
Images are typically easier to remember than words because people think in pictures. When organizing thoughts, some use a traditional outlining method to arrange concepts using words. Mind mapping is a more efficient way to categorize the thought process, allowing the user to design a physical layout of their ideas with colors, locations, and pictu…
MacBook gets stripped on camera →
Some people actually enjoy having the slimmest notebook in the world, and others, just want to tear it apart. Gizmodo has gotten their hands on Apple’s new MacBook Air, and have decided to take it apart. The innards of this sleek sub-notebook are almost cooler than the outside (at least for a geek). All you need is a Phillips #00 screwdriver, and you are 10 screws away from voiding your...
Are one in three iPhones sold being unlocked? →
Microsoft India takes over portion of Windows 7... →
Why the spy satellite won't fall on your head →
Windows 7 in 2009? Be careful what you wish for →
Blogger Discovers The Middle East →
Google has announced that Blogger will now be officially available in Arabic, Persian, and Hebrew, bringing the number of languages supported by Blogger to 40.
More significantly, Blogger now supports right to left writing as well for Arabic, Persian, and Hebrew.
Blogs in Arabic and Persian have been hosted by Blogger from its pre-Google days, so it’s surprising that the service is only now...
January Mac Chick of the Month, (Because We're... →
We tricked you, and if you just clicked on that link the sore memory is probably even fresher than for those who knew better. We are very sorry, and to make it up to you, here’s Elise Frappier stripped half-nekkid and posing with a Macbook. Who is Elise? Macenstein’s Mac Chick of the Month, of course. Jump for her Mac-y outy gallery shots.
The 24-year old Canadian may look like she...
Restoring your Mac from a Time Machine backup →
Filed under: Blogging, Leopard
Time Machine is probably the defining feature in Mac OS X Leopard. It provides a nice, clean interface for you to backup and restore your files; but did you know you can also restore your computer from the Time Machine backup? When you insert the Leopard install disk and boot off of it you will be presented with a semi-Mac OS X desktop. In the menu bar, select...
Deliver a keynote like Steve Jobs in ten simple... →
Filed under: Misc. Gadgets
Are you a CEO hoping to “step it up,” “knock it out of the park,” and generally “take it to the bridge” — old-school style — but you can’t seem to work the magic? Well, BusinessWeek has got just the thing for you: a ten-point plan on how to deliver a presentation like our main man, Steve Jobs. Breaking it down from...
MacBook Air in Apple stores this Wednesday? →
Filed under: Rumors, MacBook Air
You say you didn’t pre-order a MacBook Air (unlike some bloggers I could name)? No problem! The Boy Genius Report says that Apple Stores already have them in the stock rooms (cleverly disguised as stacks of interoffice mail, no doubt), and they will be going on sale this Wednesday. The Apple Geniuses just need to get their bearings with the new laptops and...
Deliver a keynote like Steve Jobs in ten simple... →
Filed under: Misc. Gadgets
Are you a CEO hoping to “step it up,” “knock it out of the park,” and generally “take it to the bridge” — old-school style — but you can’t seem to work the magic? Well, BusinessWeek has got just the thing for you: a ten-point plan on how to deliver a presentation like our main man, Steve Jobs. Breaking it down from...
Mock-Up Solves MBA's Port-Based Woes [Humor] →
The Macbook Air sure is a fine piece of Cupertino craftsmanship, but the lack of useful input ports is a complete downer on the slinky sexy soiree. Fret not, Flickr user Nybras.Rodrigo has conjured up a fantastic solution. He’s confident in his solution, and so are we. Check it out above. There are all the ports you’ll ever need; USB 2.0, Firewire 400, Firewire 800, Ethernet, DVI...
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IE for OSX - cool! Thanks Tanc!
Robots Learn To Lie →
FBI warns that "vishing" attacks are on the rise →
Comparative List of GTD Software →
Nikon D3 / D300 Vs. Canon →
Microsoft admits Office 2003 'mistake' →
