måndag 31 december 2012
Get a Free Flip Cover and TecTiles by Registering Your Device at Samsung?s Facebook Page
A couple of hours ago, Samsung’s USA Facebook page posted up a deal that could land you a free flip cover and set of TecTiles. All you have to do is register your Galaxy S3 or Galaxy Note 2 through their Owners Hub Facebook app and they’ll send you an email with instructions on how [...]
Sorry folks, book publishers don't know Apple's plans
I've been working on a book for the next version of iPhoto for a while now. I have some friends who have been working on a book for the next version of iWork since last August, too. Matter of fact, my iPhoto book has a publishing date of March 31, 2013. These books are being written for Pearson, the largest publisher in the world. I also have a book in the works about iOS 7 with another publisher. That is scheduled to be published on October 7, 2013.
I know, it's going to be an exciting year for Apple software releases, right? Maybe a lot of you hope I'll leak what the big new features of the next version of iPhoto will include or how my friends are enjoying playing around with the beta of the soon-to-be new version of iWork '13 and iOS 7? I could probably sell those secrets for thousands of dollars (or maybe millions if I can get Samsung interested!) The only problem is that I, nor my friends, nor my publishers have any proof that these products are actually real. We've never seen a beta. We've never been told by Apple that these are going to be released.
I'm writing this article because time and time again I see it reported that some tech site has found evidence of a book about an unreleased Apple hardware or software product has been prematurely listed on Amazon. The tech site takes this as proof and pretty soon other tech sites are reporting on this "evidence." The book has a release date and ISBN after all. It must be real.
No. I can tell you with absolutely certainty that these prematurely leaked books are never signs of any upcoming Apple products.
"But then how can you be writing a book on the next version of iPhoto," you might ask?
The answer is, while I am writing a book on the next version of iPhoto (right now the the publisher and I are calling it iPhoto X), I'm actually writing a book on the current iPhoto '11. Then, when Apple actually unveils the next version of iPhoto, I'll spend 2-3 weeks learning all the new features, update the manuscript, and hopefully have it on store shelves within 4-5 weeks of the new version being released.
This is what publishers of all consumer technology books do. Publishing is a very competitive world. Consumer tech books particularly, besides having a lot of competition, have a relatively short shelf life. A book on the iPhone 5 and iOS 6 is only sellable until the next iPhone and the next iOS. So it's to the publisher's advantage to get a book out on a piece of software or hardware as close to the actual release date of that product as possible.
Since Apple never releases betas of their desktop apps, authors like me begin writing the books on the (hopefully) upcoming software so we can have the book as completed as possible when the new version does actually come out. Writing a tech book takes a lot of work from a lot of people -- not just the author. After I finish the first draft of a manuscript, my primary editor needs to look it over and suggest corrections and/or changes if necessary. Then the developmental editor has a go at it. Then the technical editor takes a look and does the same. After that I take another look, make any changes, and then it's back to my primary editor, developmental editor, and the technical editor again. If everyone is happy then the manuscript goes to the copy editor and finally back to me. That doesn't even include the art director who needs to set and proof the images in a book (and with a tech book you have a lot of images).
If a publisher would wait to commission a tech book on a product until the day it was actually announced, that book wouldn't hit shelves for probably 5 to 6 months. That's a lot of lost sales. So it's very practical for publishers to do it the way they do: commission and write the book before any announcement, make sure that book is as good as it can be, and then update it when the new product actually comes out. This way benefits readers and stockholders alike as the readers are sure to get a completed, technically accurate, knowledgable book since the publisher and author can spend more time writing the new bits instead of rushing to get the whole book out quickly. The stockholders in the publisher are sure to get a steady stream of sellable books while the subject is still relevant.
Of course, both I and my publisher are hedging our bets. A new iWork '12 didn't come out in 2012, so my friends writing that book have a great manuscript on iWork '09. But they can't do anything with it until they can update it with iWork's new features when the new version actually ships. That means the authors won't be making any royalties for a long while on a work that has been virtually completed. Another danger is that you write a book on the next version of a product based on its current iteration, but then the next version of the product turns out to be radically different. Then most of your work would have been for nothing, and you need to start all over. However, since this rarely happens (although it did from iMovie HD to iMovie '08) it's usually in the publisher's interest to bet a product won't be radically different because the extra five months of sales that you would need to sacrifice to wait for certainty would cost you a lot.
Now about those Amazon leaks. In order to get a publishing contract finalized between an author and a publisher, among other things, you need a title, a release date, and an ISBN. Publishers usually plan their book release schedules a year in advance so they have a reasonable idea where their sales are going to come from. Once your contract is finalized, your as-yet-to-be-written book is then entered into the publisher's database. Occasionally these databases will be sent to Amazon or other distributors where the books will be listed. I'm sure by March you'll see my upcoming book on iOS 7 show up on some international Amazon site. It'll probably have an October publishing date. Again, this means nothing. My now titled iPhoto X book (last year it was titled iPhoto '12 -- and then that never actually shipped. Bummer.) will probably show up too. It'll even have a cover. I've seen it. Of course this cover is just a placeholder showing the current iPhoto so the art team can get as much of the book finished now as possible. But these dates especially are flexible and aren't there based on any input from Apple or knowledge about its plans. They're there for contractual and scheduling purposes only and can (and will, frequently) change.
So don't get too excited from now on when you see books for unannounced Apple products "leaked" on Amazon. Sure, I guess it is possible (anything is, right?) that Apple decided to break with protocol and give some lucky author and publisher an advanced copy of some software so they could write a book on it. But you need to ask yourself, why would they do this? What's in it for Apple? Apple doesn't get a cut of books sales about their products (unless it's on the iBookstore -- but even cuts of fiction books go to Apple then). And as Apple's help info always goes live online when a new product ships, they don't need the help of third-parties educating customers the day a product goes live.
So sorry to squelch the hopes of those of you who always get excited about these book leaks, but at the very least I hope this clarification will save some tech journalists unneeded keystrokes typing up a story that wasn't.Sorry folks, book publishers don't know Apple's plans originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
I know, it's going to be an exciting year for Apple software releases, right? Maybe a lot of you hope I'll leak what the big new features of the next version of iPhoto will include or how my friends are enjoying playing around with the beta of the soon-to-be new version of iWork '13 and iOS 7? I could probably sell those secrets for thousands of dollars (or maybe millions if I can get Samsung interested!) The only problem is that I, nor my friends, nor my publishers have any proof that these products are actually real. We've never seen a beta. We've never been told by Apple that these are going to be released.
I'm writing this article because time and time again I see it reported that some tech site has found evidence of a book about an unreleased Apple hardware or software product has been prematurely listed on Amazon. The tech site takes this as proof and pretty soon other tech sites are reporting on this "evidence." The book has a release date and ISBN after all. It must be real.
No. I can tell you with absolutely certainty that these prematurely leaked books are never signs of any upcoming Apple products.
"But then how can you be writing a book on the next version of iPhoto," you might ask?
The answer is, while I am writing a book on the next version of iPhoto (right now the the publisher and I are calling it iPhoto X), I'm actually writing a book on the current iPhoto '11. Then, when Apple actually unveils the next version of iPhoto, I'll spend 2-3 weeks learning all the new features, update the manuscript, and hopefully have it on store shelves within 4-5 weeks of the new version being released.
This is what publishers of all consumer technology books do. Publishing is a very competitive world. Consumer tech books particularly, besides having a lot of competition, have a relatively short shelf life. A book on the iPhone 5 and iOS 6 is only sellable until the next iPhone and the next iOS. So it's to the publisher's advantage to get a book out on a piece of software or hardware as close to the actual release date of that product as possible.
Since Apple never releases betas of their desktop apps, authors like me begin writing the books on the (hopefully) upcoming software so we can have the book as completed as possible when the new version does actually come out. Writing a tech book takes a lot of work from a lot of people -- not just the author. After I finish the first draft of a manuscript, my primary editor needs to look it over and suggest corrections and/or changes if necessary. Then the developmental editor has a go at it. Then the technical editor takes a look and does the same. After that I take another look, make any changes, and then it's back to my primary editor, developmental editor, and the technical editor again. If everyone is happy then the manuscript goes to the copy editor and finally back to me. That doesn't even include the art director who needs to set and proof the images in a book (and with a tech book you have a lot of images).
If a publisher would wait to commission a tech book on a product until the day it was actually announced, that book wouldn't hit shelves for probably 5 to 6 months. That's a lot of lost sales. So it's very practical for publishers to do it the way they do: commission and write the book before any announcement, make sure that book is as good as it can be, and then update it when the new product actually comes out. This way benefits readers and stockholders alike as the readers are sure to get a completed, technically accurate, knowledgable book since the publisher and author can spend more time writing the new bits instead of rushing to get the whole book out quickly. The stockholders in the publisher are sure to get a steady stream of sellable books while the subject is still relevant.
Of course, both I and my publisher are hedging our bets. A new iWork '12 didn't come out in 2012, so my friends writing that book have a great manuscript on iWork '09. But they can't do anything with it until they can update it with iWork's new features when the new version actually ships. That means the authors won't be making any royalties for a long while on a work that has been virtually completed. Another danger is that you write a book on the next version of a product based on its current iteration, but then the next version of the product turns out to be radically different. Then most of your work would have been for nothing, and you need to start all over. However, since this rarely happens (although it did from iMovie HD to iMovie '08) it's usually in the publisher's interest to bet a product won't be radically different because the extra five months of sales that you would need to sacrifice to wait for certainty would cost you a lot.
Now about those Amazon leaks. In order to get a publishing contract finalized between an author and a publisher, among other things, you need a title, a release date, and an ISBN. Publishers usually plan their book release schedules a year in advance so they have a reasonable idea where their sales are going to come from. Once your contract is finalized, your as-yet-to-be-written book is then entered into the publisher's database. Occasionally these databases will be sent to Amazon or other distributors where the books will be listed. I'm sure by March you'll see my upcoming book on iOS 7 show up on some international Amazon site. It'll probably have an October publishing date. Again, this means nothing. My now titled iPhoto X book (last year it was titled iPhoto '12 -- and then that never actually shipped. Bummer.) will probably show up too. It'll even have a cover. I've seen it. Of course this cover is just a placeholder showing the current iPhoto so the art team can get as much of the book finished now as possible. But these dates especially are flexible and aren't there based on any input from Apple or knowledge about its plans. They're there for contractual and scheduling purposes only and can (and will, frequently) change.
So don't get too excited from now on when you see books for unannounced Apple products "leaked" on Amazon. Sure, I guess it is possible (anything is, right?) that Apple decided to break with protocol and give some lucky author and publisher an advanced copy of some software so they could write a book on it. But you need to ask yourself, why would they do this? What's in it for Apple? Apple doesn't get a cut of books sales about their products (unless it's on the iBookstore -- but even cuts of fiction books go to Apple then). And as Apple's help info always goes live online when a new product ships, they don't need the help of third-parties educating customers the day a product goes live.
So sorry to squelch the hopes of those of you who always get excited about these book leaks, but at the very least I hope this clarification will save some tech journalists unneeded keystrokes typing up a story that wasn't.Sorry folks, book publishers don't know Apple's plans originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Rumor: LG to Introduce 5.5-inch 1080p Phone, Edge-to-Edge Design, and 7-Inch High-res Tablet at CES
According to a report out of GSMArena, LG has some major things planned for CES, next week. In the past year, CES took a back seat in the mobile world to other �conferences like MWC or to companies deciding to hold their own solo press events. But if this rumor becomes a reality, LG may [...]
How would you change the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display?
Many will bristle at the implication, but as the MacBook Air inspired the Ultrabook, mainstream laptops will likely seek to ape the Retina Display MacBook Pro, sorry, MacBook Pro with Retina Display. The clunky name aside, it seems that the next generation of devices will ditch disc drives and Ethernet ports in favor of pixel-dense displays and reduced weight. But did Jonathan Ive's trash can get too full? If you've been using one, do you still ache for those phantom limbs, or is it peaceful on that side of the river? Folks, for the last time this year, we're inviting you to share your thoughts and feelings on how you'd change the MacBook Pro with Retina Display, and from all of us, have a Happy New Year.Filed under: Laptops, AppleComments
Predictions for Google?s Android in 2013: Freedom for All!
At the start of 2012 the folks at Google were seeing their beloved Android mobile operating system being used on more iPhone clones than we’d care to discuss – near the turn-over to 2013, big manufacturers like Samsung and HTC have made their own hero lines the likes of which Android has never known. What Read The Full Story
I Sent My First Tweet in 1986
In the 1980s, Evan Rudowski ran the 80-character-count news ticker at One Times Square, making him the gatekeeper of news for all New Yorkers.
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Snapchat Flaw Preserves "Deleted" Videos
A flaw in Snapchat for iOS preserves videos that should have been deleted. The app is designed for sending fleeting photos and videos that cannot be saved and are deleted as soon as they are viewed. However, the iOS version of the app keeps videos on the receiving device even after they have been viewed. They continue to take up storage space, and can be accessed with a widely-available desktop file browsing app. The issue does not affect photos.
Foursquare Updates Privacy Policy to Display Full Names
Foursquare sent out an email on Saturday detailing updates to its privacy policy and planned service changes that will take place in January.
Currently, usernames are displayed with full first names and an initial for surnames (e.g., Kenneth R.) on the location-based social network. Starting next year, however, profiles will display both full first and last names.
"We get emails every day saying that it's now confusing. So, with this change, full names are going to be public," the email said, adding that users can alter their full names under the "settings" tab.
What's more, companies will now be able to view a more detailed overview of visitors that have checked in throughout the… Continue reading...
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Currently, usernames are displayed with full first names and an initial for surnames (e.g., Kenneth R.) on the location-based social network. Starting next year, however, profiles will display both full first and last names.
"We get emails every day saying that it's now confusing. So, with this change, full names are going to be public," the email said, adding that users can alter their full names under the "settings" tab.
What's more, companies will now be able to view a more detailed overview of visitors that have checked in throughout the… Continue reading...
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Foursquare makes Privacy tweaks, wary of Instagram-style backlash
Foursquare�has announced changes to its privacy policy, displaying users whole names and giving businesses more customer data by default, though the check-in service is keen to point out that extra privacy can be restored with a few settings tweaks. Announced in an email to registered users over the weekend, the tweaks come alongside an amended�Privacy Read The Full Story
Download: Android Winter Wonderland Snowball Fight Wallpaper
The Android Foundry has posted up yet another new Android-inspired winter wallpaper to help your phone live out any snow-filled fantasies it may have. Thanks to the winter storm that blanketed much of the central U.S. before taking on the east coast, this is also very fitting, in a cold, dark, manner. Android snowball fight! [...]
Apple drops Galaxy S III Mini from patent lawsuit
Apple has agreed to drop Samsung's recent Galaxy S III Mini from its ongoing patent-infringement lawsuit against the company.The tech giant will withdraw the smartphone from the case as Samsung has made it clear that they will not sell the device in the United States, instead choosing to sell it in Europe and Asia and parts of Africa.Apple won a case in the nation back in August against Samsung, being awarded $1.04 billion for years of infringement on a number of devices including phones and tablets.A second case is scheduled for trial in 2014 over separate patents.The filing reads: "We have withdrawn [the Mini] given Samsung's representation that it is not making, using, selling, offering to sell or importing that product into the U.S."Permalink | Comments
söndag 30 december 2012
iPhone 4S: Ultimate DIY repair guide
Everything you need to know to do-it-yourself (DIY) repair your iPhone 4S. Whether you're out of warranty or your iPhone 4S has suffered accidental damage, we've got you covered! If you've got an iPhone 4S that's starting to show its age or you've accidentally damaged it, there's still hope for it. Whether you're not eligible for an upgrade yet or just want to hold out for the next round of Apple's latest and greatest, we can help get every ounce of life you possibly can out of your iPhone 4S. Even after you decide to upgrade your iPhone, your old one always makes a great hand me down for a child or relative that doesn't always need the latest model. iMore will help you get the longest life possible out of your iPhone 4S, and walk you step by step through all the major repairs, with detailed instructions, photographs, and links to high quality parts from suppliers we trust. Click on any of the guides below in order to be taken to a description of that guide explaining common symptoms, diagnostics pertaining to each repair, and a link to each full guide. Remember to bookmark this page as we'll be adding more as we add new guides. How to replace the battery in an iPhone 4s How to replace a cracked screen on an iPhone 4S How to fix an unresponsive Home button in an iPhone 4S How to replace the dock connector in an iPhone 4S How to fix sound issues in an iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S How to replace the cellular antenna in an iPhone 4S How to replace the vibrator assembly in an iPhone 4S How to replace the rear facing camera in an iPhone 4S How to replace the front facing FaceTime camera in an iPhone 4S How to fix a blown or distorted earpiece in an iPhone 4S How to replace the volume buttons in an iPhone 4S How to replace the loud speaker assembly in an iPhone 4S How to replace the battery in an iPhone 4S Now that the iPhone 4S is more than a year old, many users may want to change their battery if their charge cycles aren't what they used to be. A bad battery can also cause your iPhone 4S not to boot at all. So if your iPhone doesn't want to turn on at all, the battery is a good place to start. How to replace the battery in an iPhone 4S How to replace a cracked screen on an iPhone 4S This one doesn't need any introduction and is one of the most common DIY repairs for any clumsy iPhone user. If you've shattered your screen, you've come to the right place. This guide will also work to replace the LCD since they're one piece. Whether your touch screen isn't working, you've cracked your glass, or you have a distorted or non-functional LCD, this is the guide you'll want. How to replace a cracked screen on an iPhone 4S How to fix an unresponsive Home button in an iPhone 4S The Home button is a common problem for all iPhone owners, and the iPhone 4S is no exception. If your iPhone is misreading double, triple, and single taps, the Home button flex cable is probably going bad. In some cases, your Home button can stop responding altogether. If this sounds like a problem you're experience, we've got you covered from start to finish. How to fix an unresponsive Home button in an iPhone 4S How to replace the dock connector in an iPhone 4S The dock connector assembly in the iPhone 4S controls quite a few key components in your phone. The most important one being the ability to charge your iPhone. If your iPhone 4S won't register a charge or doesn't show up when plugged into your computer, the dock connector could very likely be the culprit. There is also a mic located on the dock connector that can affect sound issues. If any of these issues sound like something you're experiencing, make sure you check out our guide to see if it's the right one. If not, keep reading. How to replace the dock connector in an iPhone 4S How to fix sound issues in an iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S While most sound in the iPhone 4S may be dictated by the loud speaker assembly or earpiece, they're not the only components that have to do with sound. Actually, the dock connector and a few other cables can cause you to have sound issues. The iPhone 4S is known to have sound issues where system sounds seem to work when you preview them but they don't actually ring or system sounds altogether don't work but music will play. Sound weird? It is. But there's a fix for it. How to fix sound issues in an iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S How to replace the cellular antenna in an iPhone 4S If you're experiencing issues with cellular reception on your iPhone 4S, the cellular antenna could be defective. Luckily, it's one of the easier DIY repairs when it comes to the iPhone 4S variant. If everything else on your iPhone is working perfectly, a replacement antenna will cost you a lot less than a brand new phone. How to replace the cellular antenna in an iPhone 4S How to replace the vibrator assembly in an iPhone 4S The vibrator assembly is a super essential function and necessary if you want to be notified you have a call or a message coming in when you can't have sound activated. If and when it goes out, it can be terribly inconvenient. While it isn't the easiest DIY repair when it comes to the iPhone 4S, it's not impossible and it'll cost you tons less than a new iPhone. How to replace the vibrator assembly in an iPhone 4S How to replace the rear facing camera in an iPhone 4S While most people use their iPhone to communicate, one of the iPhone 4S' best features is arguably its camera. It makes everything from photographing first steps to family events to sending videos straight to YouTube super simple and crystal clear. So when it goes out, it's a huge problem. While it isn't common, it can happen from time to time. But never fear, it's actually a very easy repair to perform on your own. Most will be able to do it and everyone will be able to afford it. How to replace the rear facing camera in an iPhone 4S How to replace the front facing FaceTime camera in an iPhone 4S While the rear facing camera is great for capturing the memories around you, the front facing camera is a great way to communicate with relatives via FaceTime and capture self portraits. If you frequently use your front facing camera and it has decided to stop working on you, we can get it up and running again. Symptoms of a bad front facing camera typically amount to the shutter never opening no matter how many times you restore the phone or reboot it. In rare instances you can also see lots of distortion or lines through the screen only when the front facing camera is open. How to replace the front facing FaceTime camera in an iPhone 4S How to fix a blown or distorted earpiece in an iPhone 4S The earpiece is another common repair we get a lot of questions about. A bad earpiece can present itself in multiple ways. The most common being garbled, echoing, or unpleasant audio. In some instances you may not even hear any audio unless you've got the caller on speakerphone. Luckily, an earpiece replacement is on the cheap side and isn't terribly hard to perform on your own. If you aren't ready to upgrade just yet, a DIY repair for an earpiece is a realistic option for many users. How to fix a blown or distorted earpiece in an iPhone 4S How to replace the volume buttons in an iPhone 4S If you've dropped your iPhone 4S, you may have noticed that the steel frame around edges can become quite sharp. If one of the volume buttons has become ridged or jagged, it could potentially be a safety issue. Replacing them will require some patience but we're pretty sure your fingers will thank you. How to replace the volume buttons in an iPhone 4S How to replace the loud speaker assembly in an iPhone 4S A bad loud speaker can cause all kinds of issues with the iPhone 4S. Music, ringtones, and text tones will most likely not play unless you have headphones plugged in. While it's unusual for the actual loud speaker assembly to go bad, it isn't unheard of. In our experience it's normally the dock connector or earpiece that are the culprit but that doesn't mean the loud speaker never decides to be unruly. If you have absolutely no sounds through the loud speaker portion of your iPhone 4S but everything works completely normal through headphones, then odds are your loud speaker assembly has in fact went out. If a combination of sounds work through the loud speaker, we'd suggest looking at our other guides concerning sound instead of assuming it's the loud speaker. How to replace the loud speaker assembly in an iPhone 4S More DIY guides and help While this guide covers the iPhone 4S specifically, we've got tons more DIY repair guides to cover everything from older iPhones to iPod touches and iPads. If these aren't the guides you're looking for, fret not! You can find more at the links below. If you've run into issues performing a repair on your own or have questions in general, our mod and DIY forums are a great place to start. If you still can't find answers to your questions, you can also email us and we'll try and answer whatever questions you may have. Additional resources: All DIY repair guides and how to's AT&T/GSM iPhone 4: Ultimate DIY repair guide Verizon and Sprint iPhone 4: Ultimate DIY repair guide iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS: Ultimate DIY repair guide
Get a pre-owned 16GB BlackBerry PlayBook for just $89.99
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Apple Exploring Alternative Wind Power Technology And Motion-Control Mac Mice
Apple's patent filings today reveal one concept outside their usual product-focused applications, detailing a method for�harnessing�wind power in a manner different from that employed in traditional turbines. Electricity gathered from a wind turbine would be converted to heat energy and stored in a "low-heat capacity fluid" in Apple's patent, allowing it to be tapped on an as-needed basis whenever the wind dies down.
Unreleased Apple products revealed in Hartmut Esslinger's upcoming book
Hartmut Esslinger founded Frog Design, the firm responsible for some of Apple's most iconic products of the 1980s, including the Apple IIGS and the Macintosh II. Now the legendary designer behind the "Snow White" design language is providing a rare glimpse at some of his work that never saw the light of day in a new book called Design Forward, due out on January 16, 2013.
Esslinger provided designboom with photos of several product prototypes, including an all-in-one, dual-screen Mac workstation and a touchscreen-based Macphone -- a stylus-based Mac fused with a corded telephone. There are also several different takes on the classic Macintosh design and a better look at the Tablet Mac prototype circa 1982.
There are some really exceptional sights to behold in the images released by Esslinger, and if this is only a taste of what will be included in his book, we can't wait to give it a read. We're partial to the grey and purple Mac designs above ourselves; what did you like?
[Via The Verge]Unreleased Apple products revealed in Hartmut Esslinger's upcoming book originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Thu, 27 Dec 2012 21:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Esslinger provided designboom with photos of several product prototypes, including an all-in-one, dual-screen Mac workstation and a touchscreen-based Macphone -- a stylus-based Mac fused with a corded telephone. There are also several different takes on the classic Macintosh design and a better look at the Tablet Mac prototype circa 1982.
There are some really exceptional sights to behold in the images released by Esslinger, and if this is only a taste of what will be included in his book, we can't wait to give it a read. We're partial to the grey and purple Mac designs above ourselves; what did you like?
[Via The Verge]Unreleased Apple products revealed in Hartmut Esslinger's upcoming book originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Thu, 27 Dec 2012 21:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Pearson to invest $89.5m in Barnes & Noble NOOK business
Barnes & Noble announced today that Pearson, a British publisher and education company, will be investing $89.5 million in Barnes & Noble?s NOOK business for a 5% stake, valuing the business at $1.79 billion, which is up from $1.7 billion earlier this spring. Barnes & Noble will own 78.2% of its NOOK business after this Read The Full Story
Curiosity plays peekaboo: New self-shot before 9-month mountain climb
NASA’s Curiosity rover has set mountain climbing as its New Year’s Resolution, with the intrepid space explorer headed up a Martian peak �for its 2013 challenge. The nine-month trek – punctuated with pitstops for drilling and sample�analysis�- will see Curiosity clamber up the 3 mile high Mount Sharp at the center of the Gale Crater Read The Full Story
SEC filing discloses date, proposals, for Apple shareholders meeting
In a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing, Apple has revealed that its next annual shareholder?s meeting will take place at their Cupertino headquarters on February 27, 2013, some minor shareholder proposals which, as always, will almost certainly get voted down, and the huge surprise that Apple blew past the financial targets needed for execs to trigger bonuses. On the matter of Cook?s compensation, while last year Cook?s compensation was listed as $378 million, most of that was in stock awards that Cook will earn over the course of a decade. His compensation this year is his salary of $1.36 million along with a $2.8 million incentive plan, for a total of $4.16 million. For perspective, his compensation last year minus his stock awards was just north of $1.8 million. When it comes to the proposals at the meeting in February, Apple shareholders have been advised by the board to vote against the creation of a human rights committee because the board feel it would be redundant. Additionally, all board election is expected to see the return of all eight current board members including Chairman Arthur Levinson, Tim Cook, and Al Gore. So, pretty much exactly what anyone following APPL would expect. Which is a good thing. Source: SEC
Hulu Names Top 5 SNL Sketches of 2012
Hulu subscribers got a little year-end refresher on the year's funniest and most popular Saturday Night Live skits -- according to Hulu, that is. The 38-year-old franchise remains a benchmark for comedy, and despite 2012 seeing the end of an era with the departure of Andy Samberg and Kristen Wiig after seven years, Hulu's list proves SNL is still relevant, fresh and funny.
1. Disney Housewives
This spoof of Real Housewives may have been Lindsay Lohan's one moment to shine in 2012, but the real scene-stealer in this perfect parody was Wiig's trashy, vodka-guzzling Cinderella.
2. Undecided Voter
In this hilarious, Onion-inspired pre-election skit, voters ask hard-hitting questi… Continue reading...
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1. Disney Housewives
This spoof of Real Housewives may have been Lindsay Lohan's one moment to shine in 2012, but the real scene-stealer in this perfect parody was Wiig's trashy, vodka-guzzling Cinderella.
2. Undecided Voter
In this hilarious, Onion-inspired pre-election skit, voters ask hard-hitting questi… Continue reading...
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And the Mobile Nations 2013 CES Experience in Las Vegas winners are...!
Alright folks, it's time to announce the 6 lucky people that will be joining NVIDIA and Mobile Nations at CES 2013! We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all of the members that submitted an entry. We really appreciate all of the time and effort everyone put in, and the response was quite overwhelming. So, getting down to business... after much debate and discussion, we have selected 6 stand out entries. These folks will join the Mobile Nations and NVIDIA crews in Las Vegas for CES 2013! Congratulations to... *drum roll* � Robert Brown Marques Brownlee Rich Cermele Michael Colvill TJ Hardin Martin Reisch � Congrats to Robert Brown, one of the 6 stand out entries we received! (You've got to see it. Hit play.) We're ALL looking forward to meeting you, hanging out with you, and doing all sorts of other fun stuff at CES. We will be in touch with our 6 lucky picks shortly to arrange all of the travel, hotel and CES pass details! Congratulations again to our selections! We will see you in Las Vegas!
RIM pays initial sum of $65 million to Nokia in patent settlement
RIM and Nokia�settled their differences last week�in their ongoing patent case. While originally it was unsure of the actual payment amount, in RIM's�6-K filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, it was disclosed that Nokia will be receiving an initial payment of $65 million in addition to "ongoing payments" from RIM for use of the patents. The agreement puts an end to the issues between RIM and Nokia and will allow RIM to continue to use the patents in question while continuing to make royalty payments in the future. The $65M payment was included in RIM's Q3 earnings report last week. Source:�All Things D� CrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. RIM pays initial sum of $65 million to Nokia in patent settlement
Nokia Pushing Portico Update to Lumia 920 and 820
Nokia today announced that it and Microsoft are offering a system update to both the Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 Windows Phones on AT&T's network. The update improves the messaging application, the reliability and performance of the Bluetooth radio, performance of the camera and power management, and makes the start-up sequence more reliable. The update is being delivered over the air beginning today.
Facebook: Poke fix for sneaky video saving coming ?shortly?
Facebook is hurriedly cooking up a fix to its Poke app, after a security bug allowing all videos sent through the purportedly ephemeral messaging service to be extracted was identified. “We are addressing this issue now” a spokesperson told BuzzFeed,�”we should have a fix pushed shortly.” Poke – along with rival time-limited messaging app Snapchat Read The Full Story
lördag 29 december 2012
Apple Spares Samsung Galaxy S III Mini From Patent Infringement Case
As the year draws to a close, Apple has withdrawn its patent claims against one of Samsung's allegedly infringing products. According to Reuters, Apple has dropped its infringement case against the Samsung Galaxy S III Mini.
The Galaxy S III Mini is an Android smartphone that is equipped with, most notably, a high-end Super AMOLED display.
Released just last month, the Galaxy S III Mini was not included in the landmark $1 billion lawsuit that concluded earlier this year in favor of Apple. However, the device was added last month by Apple to its ongoing patent case against Samsung on account of its availability in the U.S. through Amazon.com.
But Samsung maintained that it is not "ma… Continue reading...
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The Galaxy S III Mini is an Android smartphone that is equipped with, most notably, a high-end Super AMOLED display.
Released just last month, the Galaxy S III Mini was not included in the landmark $1 billion lawsuit that concluded earlier this year in favor of Apple. However, the device was added last month by Apple to its ongoing patent case against Samsung on account of its availability in the U.S. through Amazon.com.
But Samsung maintained that it is not "ma… Continue reading...
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PlayStation 2 reaches retirement age, is discontinued in Japan
Sony's PlayStation 3 has been on the market so long you'd think that production of the relatively ancient PS2 stopped some time ago. Well, that wasn't true, but according to the Japanese PlayStation website, the PS2 has now officially been discontinued in the region. Japanese site Famitsu adds that shipments of the console have ended, so once the remaining stock has been depleted in Japan, there'll be no replenishment. It's a sad thought, but let's remember the good times -- the PS2's various iterations have been entertaining gamers for 12 years, and with over 150 million units purchased worldwide it's become the best selling console in history. We're not sure if the PS2 is still shipping to other regions, but its retirement in Japan is probably the beginning of the end globally, so we'd recommend you pick one up now if you intend to explore that extensive back catalogue one day. The PS2 era may be drawing to a close, but its legacy will live on and it can now rub controllers with the other greats in console heaven -- we still miss you, Dreamcast.Filed under: Gaming, SonyCommentsVia: The VergeSource: Sony PlayStation (Japanese), Famitsu (Japanese)
RIM sells off NewBay for $55.5 million
� Rumors were floating around�as far back as August that RIM was looking to unload NewBay, the digital content company�they acquired back in October�of last year. Today,�Synchronoss Technologies, a company that provides mobile content management solutions for connected devices, announced that they have snagged up the RIM subsidiary for the sum of $55.5 million in cash, about half of the $100 million RIM originally paid for NewBay. Of course this doesn't mean RIM is out of the cloud storage game, just that they have other solutions in mind -- so don't worry too much. Read on for the full press release and hit up the forums for more discussion. Discuss more in the forums read moreCrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. RIM sells off NewBay for $55.5 million
Weekly Accessory Roundup - Win your choice of iStabilizer
Contest: Win an�iStabilizer�for your device! Keep reading for details. � Sometimes holding onto your BlackBerry phone or PlayBook just doesn't cut it when you're trying to get the right shot. The video shakes, images are out of focus. Thankfully�a full line of iStabilizers are here�to fix all that. With five to choose from, you can find the right one to get the job done. Just set it up, fit your device in the mount and you're on the way. No matter if you're panning for a long shot or even taking a video on the road - these guys will help you out. Check out the full line at ShopCrackBerry and keep reading for your chance to win one! read moreCrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Weekly Accessory Roundup - Win your choice of iStabilizer
DirecTV Genie whole-home DVR review
We're very happy that 2012 ended up being the year of whole-home DVRs. We reviewed Dish Network's Hopper earlier this year and now we've spent some quality time with DirecTV's Genie -- can't say we expected the cute names. Capable of serving up to eight rooms in your house (but only four at once), the Genie system works with a variety of setups, including being built into some newer Samsung TVs. Only available as part of DirecTV service, the Genie can be had for free by some new DirecTV customers who are willing to sign a term agreement and select the right package, and available to existing customers as an upgrade for $300 depending on the circumstances. If DirecTV didn't already have you at five tuners, 1TB and up to eight rooms, then click through for a full rundown on the latest the original direct satellite broadcast TV provider has to offer.Gallery: DirecTV Genie whole-shome DVRContinue reading DirecTV Genie whole-home DVR reviewFiled under: Home Entertainment, HDComments
5 things I want to see from Apple in 2013
2012 was a pretty good year for Apple. It released two versions of the iPad; a totally new iPad mini; a completely redesigned iPhone and iPod touch, as well as iPod nanos; super-thin MacBook Pros with Retina displays; and an incredibly designed new iMac. The company also had a few low-points, namely Maps and some major reshuffling of its executive leadership.
However, the end of the year is always a time to look forward, so here are five things I hope we see from Apple in 2013. Admittedly, most of these are relatively minor -- and all are software-based -- but Apple pretty much refreshed every major hardware product in 2012, so I don't expect to see many new designs next year.
1. A redesigned Apple TV interface inspired by iTunes 11
I'm kind of cheating on this one, because I've been told by a trusted source that Apple is already working on an iTunes 11-ish overhaul of the Apple TV interface. Nevertheless, this is something I had been hoping for since I saw the new iTunes 11 UI. Currently the Apple TV has an iOS Springboard homepage interface -- big buttons represent various channels on the Apple TV. While that works fine for the main menu, I'd like to see an improved graphical elements in the submenus.
Most submenus now look pretty much like the old Front Row interface: lines of text that lead to more lists. Apple really hit a strong navigation note with iTunes 11's expanded view album/TV series art interface. When/if this does come to the Apple TV it will make navigating your libraries much simpler -- plus it will bring unity between iTunes on your computer and iTunes on your Apple TV. That's all the Apple TV is, essentially -- just another version of iTunes, with a ten-foot UI.
A few bonus features for the Apple TV I would like to see: a BBC iPlayer channel and the ability to display the iTunes visualizer while playing music through your Apple TV. The flipping album art display is getting old. Unlike the iTunes 11-esque redesign, I don't have any info about whether or not these are in development.
As for why a real Apple television isn't on my list -- I don't think we'll be seeing one in 2013 at all. Maybe in 2014. Maybe.
2. A new iWork for OS X and iOS
The last major version of iWork for OS X came out on January 6, 2009. Yeah, in just about a week that will be four years ago. Sure, it's received some minor updates since then like iCloud support and Retina display support, but besides that Apple's office productivity suite has not been updated in four years. Most of us don't have computers that old.
iWork for OS X needs improvements. Pages alone has fallen well behind the capabilities of what the latest version of Microsoft Word can do. In the four years since its last release I get more and more errors when importing Word documents into Pages. Pages doesn't even offer Document Map support yet -- a basic feature for anyone who deals with large manuscripts. Numbers and Keynote have fallen behind as well.
The iOS version of iWork has received more love, but still its pretty useless if you use it with iCloud. Currently any time I open a more than basic Numbers, Pages, or Keynote document created in OS X on my iOS version of iWork the iOS version tells me it wants to remove any number of important elements. It then gives me a choice to remove these elements and open up the current document or remove the elements and open up a copy of the current document.
Choosing either option makes the iCloud sync support useless. I may end up with a crippled original document; otherwise I get multiple copies of that document, where some instances have the elements I want and some are scaled down and have new edits, but lack all the elements of the original. Neither is optimal, and that's why iWork for iOS is virtually useless in most cases.
Hopefully 2013 will see an updated iWork for OS X and a functioning version for iOS.
3. A new iLife for OS X
There was a time not five years ago when iLife was a major selling point of Apple's. Now, however, as iOS devices are the most important component of Apple's business, it's not as important for the company to keep adding features to its flagship media suite to lure more switchers to the Mac. After all, iPhone and iPads are now the primary driving force behind luring switchers.
The last version of iLife came out on October 20, 2010. That's more than two years ago. I'd love to see some of the advances from Final Cut Pro and Aperture (and other digital video and photo editing apps) make it into a new iLife.
4. The fall of skeuomophism in iOS 7 and OS X 10.9
After the Maps debacle, Tim Cook booted Scott Forstall, who was primarily responsible for leading the charge in Apple's mapping solution. With Forstall's exit the primary proponent of skeuomophism in iOS and OS X was gone. Now that Jony Ive is in charge of the look of both operating systems -- and it's rumored he hated the skeuomophic design of some of the apps -- here's hoping iOS 7 and OS X 10.9 see the skeuomophic design jettisoned from Calendar, Address Book, Reminders, Notes, and more.
Apple's devices are elegant, and the software on them should look elegant too.
5. The Movie Trailers app for the rest of the world
This isn't going to appeal to readers in the US, but for the rest of the world its baffling that Apple has yet to release the Movie Trailers iOS app outside of America. It's Apple's only app -- on any platform -- that is a US-only app. And there's no logic to this. Using Siri I can get movie showtimes on my iPhone and iPad in the UK, so I know Apple is capable of culling that information.
Apple also offers its movie trailers website in multiple countries. So why limit its awesome Movie Trailer app to only America? It makes absolutely no sense and here's hoping I can check UK show-times on my app soon (I have the app through my US iTunes account) and that my fellow Brits and Apple users in other countries can soon download the app.
Well, that's my hopes for what Apple brings in 2013. Let me know yours in the comments!5 things I want to see from Apple in 2013 originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Sat, 29 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
However, the end of the year is always a time to look forward, so here are five things I hope we see from Apple in 2013. Admittedly, most of these are relatively minor -- and all are software-based -- but Apple pretty much refreshed every major hardware product in 2012, so I don't expect to see many new designs next year.
1. A redesigned Apple TV interface inspired by iTunes 11
I'm kind of cheating on this one, because I've been told by a trusted source that Apple is already working on an iTunes 11-ish overhaul of the Apple TV interface. Nevertheless, this is something I had been hoping for since I saw the new iTunes 11 UI. Currently the Apple TV has an iOS Springboard homepage interface -- big buttons represent various channels on the Apple TV. While that works fine for the main menu, I'd like to see an improved graphical elements in the submenus.
Most submenus now look pretty much like the old Front Row interface: lines of text that lead to more lists. Apple really hit a strong navigation note with iTunes 11's expanded view album/TV series art interface. When/if this does come to the Apple TV it will make navigating your libraries much simpler -- plus it will bring unity between iTunes on your computer and iTunes on your Apple TV. That's all the Apple TV is, essentially -- just another version of iTunes, with a ten-foot UI.
A few bonus features for the Apple TV I would like to see: a BBC iPlayer channel and the ability to display the iTunes visualizer while playing music through your Apple TV. The flipping album art display is getting old. Unlike the iTunes 11-esque redesign, I don't have any info about whether or not these are in development.
As for why a real Apple television isn't on my list -- I don't think we'll be seeing one in 2013 at all. Maybe in 2014. Maybe.
2. A new iWork for OS X and iOS
The last major version of iWork for OS X came out on January 6, 2009. Yeah, in just about a week that will be four years ago. Sure, it's received some minor updates since then like iCloud support and Retina display support, but besides that Apple's office productivity suite has not been updated in four years. Most of us don't have computers that old.
iWork for OS X needs improvements. Pages alone has fallen well behind the capabilities of what the latest version of Microsoft Word can do. In the four years since its last release I get more and more errors when importing Word documents into Pages. Pages doesn't even offer Document Map support yet -- a basic feature for anyone who deals with large manuscripts. Numbers and Keynote have fallen behind as well.
The iOS version of iWork has received more love, but still its pretty useless if you use it with iCloud. Currently any time I open a more than basic Numbers, Pages, or Keynote document created in OS X on my iOS version of iWork the iOS version tells me it wants to remove any number of important elements. It then gives me a choice to remove these elements and open up the current document or remove the elements and open up a copy of the current document.
Choosing either option makes the iCloud sync support useless. I may end up with a crippled original document; otherwise I get multiple copies of that document, where some instances have the elements I want and some are scaled down and have new edits, but lack all the elements of the original. Neither is optimal, and that's why iWork for iOS is virtually useless in most cases.
Hopefully 2013 will see an updated iWork for OS X and a functioning version for iOS.
3. A new iLife for OS X
There was a time not five years ago when iLife was a major selling point of Apple's. Now, however, as iOS devices are the most important component of Apple's business, it's not as important for the company to keep adding features to its flagship media suite to lure more switchers to the Mac. After all, iPhone and iPads are now the primary driving force behind luring switchers.
The last version of iLife came out on October 20, 2010. That's more than two years ago. I'd love to see some of the advances from Final Cut Pro and Aperture (and other digital video and photo editing apps) make it into a new iLife.
4. The fall of skeuomophism in iOS 7 and OS X 10.9
After the Maps debacle, Tim Cook booted Scott Forstall, who was primarily responsible for leading the charge in Apple's mapping solution. With Forstall's exit the primary proponent of skeuomophism in iOS and OS X was gone. Now that Jony Ive is in charge of the look of both operating systems -- and it's rumored he hated the skeuomophic design of some of the apps -- here's hoping iOS 7 and OS X 10.9 see the skeuomophic design jettisoned from Calendar, Address Book, Reminders, Notes, and more.
Apple's devices are elegant, and the software on them should look elegant too.
5. The Movie Trailers app for the rest of the world
This isn't going to appeal to readers in the US, but for the rest of the world its baffling that Apple has yet to release the Movie Trailers iOS app outside of America. It's Apple's only app -- on any platform -- that is a US-only app. And there's no logic to this. Using Siri I can get movie showtimes on my iPhone and iPad in the UK, so I know Apple is capable of culling that information.
Apple also offers its movie trailers website in multiple countries. So why limit its awesome Movie Trailer app to only America? It makes absolutely no sense and here's hoping I can check UK show-times on my app soon (I have the app through my US iTunes account) and that my fellow Brits and Apple users in other countries can soon download the app.
Well, that's my hopes for what Apple brings in 2013. Let me know yours in the comments!5 things I want to see from Apple in 2013 originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Sat, 29 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
10 Weeks of BlackBerry 10: BBM
In our '10 Weeks of BlackBerry 10' series we'll explore one feature of BlackBerry 10 each week leading up to the�launch event on January 30th. This week: BBM We couldn't have a favorites list without mentioning�BBM. As the staple instant messenger of BlackBerry, BBM is getting a pretty amazing update for�BlackBerry 10. It brings the instant messaging capabilities that we know and love and adds in BBM Voice and hopefully BBM Video to make it an insanely cool communication tool. BBM will still allow you to text chat with contacts as well as send files and photos, but add in voice and video chat to the mix? Oh man, we love it! Keep reading to see why BBM will be one of the coolest features of BlackBerry 10.� read moreCrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. 10 Weeks of BlackBerry 10: BBM
Netflix screencaps for BlackBerry 10, whether real or fake, prove it's an app that BlackBerry users want
Some images of�Netflix�running on the BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha have shown up and are flying all over the net. The CrackBerry forums are buzzing with�more�than�one�thread on the topic, most users asking if they're real or fake. While we can't confirm that Netflix is indeed up and running on BlackBerry 10, we can say that faking shots like these is pretty darn easy (especially coming from an unknown source). All it takes is a few screencaps and some crafty camera work as shown by the image above that Bla1ze made. It takes no time to make a fake.� read moreCrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Netflix screencaps for BlackBerry 10, whether real or fake, prove it's an app that BlackBerry users want
Alcatel Brings QWERTY To AT&T GoPhone
AT&T recently started selling the Alcatel 871a - a basic phone with a QWERTY keyboard - through indirect channels such as Best Buy for $40. The phone sports a 2-megapixel camera, memory card slot, music player, Bluetooth, and 3G data. PCD is managing the phone's U.S. distribution for Alcatel. The phone is part of AT&T's GoPhone prepaid lineup, although it is not yet for sale through AT&T directly.
FCC loosens its grip, makes it easier to get Internet in-flight
For now, airlines have to go through a lengthy hassle in order to get in-flight Internet access established. The airline has to get the FCC‘s go-ahead to utilize the satellite-delivered airwaves that bring wifi to aircraft, as well as approval from the FAA. To decrease the red tape and streamline the process, the FCC has Read The Full Story
T-Mobile Fires Up 1900MHz HSPA+ in NYC and Other Markets
T-Mobile USA today announced a significant expansion of its 1900MHz HSPA+ service. It is available in 14 new markets, including New York City; Newark, N.J.; Boston, Cambridge and Springfield, Mass.; Providence, R.I.; Philadelphia; Detroit and Warren, Mich.; Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth and San Antonio, Texas; and Tampa, Fla. Many of the devices sold by T-Mobile rival AT&T will be able to access fast data in those areas. T-Mobile is in the process of refarming its 1900MHz spectrum from GSM/EDGE to GSM/HSPA+ so it can use its 1700MHz spectrum for its forthcoming LTE 4G network.
fredag 28 december 2012
BBM Video with screen sharing confirmed for BlackBerry 10 in leaked slide
[Image removed by request] Some more leaked slides have�appeared via the CrackBerry forums, and this one is a definite winner. The slides show off�BBM Video�on�BlackBerry 10�- including face-to-face video calls and screen sharing. We've heard plenty of rumors on BBM Video before, but these slides look to confirm that it will indeed be included in BlackBerry 10.� BBM Voice�is already a hit, so adding BBM Video plus the ability to share your screen is a sure success. BBM is one of the�10 features we're most exicted for in BlackBerry 10, so I can't wait to see BBM in full force with voice and video integrated. Pure awesome sauce. CrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. BBM Video with screen sharing confirmed for BlackBerry 10 in leaked slide
FCC Approves ZTE Grand X for T-Mobile USA
The FCC today approved a version of ZTE's Grand X Android phone that appears to be designed for T-Mobile USA. In addition to sporting a T-Mobile logo on the back, the phone supports the WCDMA 1700 (AWS) network used by T-Mobile USA. ZTE has promoted the fact that its Grand X phones come with a recent and unaltered version of Android. The Grand X has a 4.3-inch IPS LCD display with qHD (960x540 pixel) resolution and a 5-megapixel camera. Other features include a 1-GHz dual-core processor, memory card slot, and removable battery. T-Mobile has not announced the phone and it's not clear when it might launch.
A look at Apple's security efforts in 2012
Digital security is a topic that always seems to grow in importance, and with each wave of new Apple hardware, security sleuths go back to work examining what new exploits exist and what old holes have been patched up. Rich Mogull of TidBITS recently took an exhaustive look at Apple's 2012 security changes, and overall, it appears the company is indeed on the right track.
"Apple's security is, across the board, stronger now than at any time in the nearly eight years I've been researching and writing about the company's products and services," writes the veteran security analyst. Mogull goes on to praise the addition of Gatekeeper in the latest OS X iteration, as well as iOS 6's ability to hold off most proper (read: untethered) jailbreaking efforts.
However, Mogull is quick to note that no form of digital security is foolproof, and things have a habit of changing rather rapidly in the world of digital privacy. Still, the outlook -- at least in terms of Apple's efforts -- is good, and as long as Apple doesn't fall asleep at the wheel, Mac and iOS users appear to be in capable hands. You can read the full rundown on TidBITS.A look at Apple's security efforts in 2012 originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Thu, 27 Dec 2012 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
"Apple's security is, across the board, stronger now than at any time in the nearly eight years I've been researching and writing about the company's products and services," writes the veteran security analyst. Mogull goes on to praise the addition of Gatekeeper in the latest OS X iteration, as well as iOS 6's ability to hold off most proper (read: untethered) jailbreaking efforts.
However, Mogull is quick to note that no form of digital security is foolproof, and things have a habit of changing rather rapidly in the world of digital privacy. Still, the outlook -- at least in terms of Apple's efforts -- is good, and as long as Apple doesn't fall asleep at the wheel, Mac and iOS users appear to be in capable hands. You can read the full rundown on TidBITS.A look at Apple's security efforts in 2012 originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Thu, 27 Dec 2012 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Google+ Pages gain interaction with those beyond their circles, will get analytics soon
Many running Google+ Pages for their companies have likely been frustrated by the lack of interaction with some of their fans -- if visitors haven't already put the brand in a circle, they've been off-limits regardless of their interest. A quiet change may have just opened the floodgates. Pages can now share, comment on and +1 posts from those who weren't already followers. Google hasn't made the change official, but it is promising a feature that's ultimately complementary: Pages should get their own analytics for demographics and social activity in the "coming weeks," giving owners an idea as to who they're attracting. While we hope that the loosened restrictions don't lead to unwanted conversations in our feeds, they're undoubtedly valuable to companies that just want to share good news or offer a helping hand.Filed under: Internet, GoogleCommentsVia: The Next WebSource: Talking Moose Media (Google+), Google+ for Business
Pearson to invest $89.5m in Barnes & Noble NOOK business
Barnes & Noble announced today that Pearson, a British publisher and education company, will be investing $89.5 million in Barnes & Noble?s NOOK business for a 5% stake, valuing the business at $1.79 billion, which is up from $1.7 billion earlier this spring. Barnes & Noble will own 78.2% of its NOOK business after this Read The Full Story
LG Display outs CES 2013 spoils: Full HD phone/tab screens plus UHD TVs
LG Display has detailed its screen showing for CES 2013, spanning smartphone and tablet scale through to lounge-dominating behemoth panels, and most boasting high-resolution. At the mobile end of the scale, LG will kick off with a 4.7-inch panel with 1mm bezel, helping trim sizable smartphones down to hand-friendly scale, followed by a 5.5-inch Full Read The Full Story
Virtual Tech Lets You Swap Bodies
Google Street View already offers virtual tours of Rome, Paris and London. But imagine if virtual travelers could feel the sun beating down on their faces as they toured the Colosseum? Or could feel the burn in their quads as they walked up the Eiffel Tower? Or could smell the old tapestries hanging in Westminster Abbey?
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If Ikei Laboratory has anything to say about it, that soon may be no stretch of the imagination. A part of the Tokyo Metropolitan University Graduate School of System Design, the lab is developing so-called "virtual body technology."
Revealed at the Digital Contents Expo 2012 in Tokyo, the system will engage all five s… Continue reading...
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If Ikei Laboratory has anything to say about it, that soon may be no stretch of the imagination. A part of the Tokyo Metropolitan University Graduate School of System Design, the lab is developing so-called "virtual body technology."
Revealed at the Digital Contents Expo 2012 in Tokyo, the system will engage all five s… Continue reading...
More About: concept designs, virtual world
Iron Age temple discovered in Israel amid road construction
When you’re planning on building a road in Israel near Jerusalem, you have to make more preparations than just flattening the land – case in point: a 2,750 year old temple discovered before a new section of highway was delivered here near the end of 2012. The discovery made here was a ritual building at Read The Full Story
Pew Research and NPD suggest tablets replacing e-readers and traditional print
According to NPD analyst Stephen Baker, it’s “the beginning of the end” for traditional e-readers, and according to Pew Research’s most recent findings, it’s full-color tablets that are replacing the segment – with traditional print dying out as well. According to Pew’s newest survey, 23% of Americans ages 16 and older say they’ve read a Read The Full Story
torsdag 27 december 2012
American Experience ?Silicon Valley? special hitting PBS in 2013
On the 19th of February, 2013, a new entry into the always-excellent documentary series AMERICAN EXPERIENCE will take on the information age: Silicon Valley. This made-for-tv documentary entry into the series will take on rural Santa Clara County’s transformation into the “hub of ingenuity” of the modern age, also known as Silicon Valley by the Read The Full Story
Apple Exploring Alternative Wind Power Technology And Motion-Control Mac Mice
Apple's patent filings today reveal one concept outside their usual product-focused applications, detailing a method for�harnessing�wind power in a manner different from that employed in traditional turbines. Electricity gathered from a wind turbine would be converted to heat energy and stored in a "low-heat capacity fluid" in Apple's patent, allowing it to be tapped on an as-needed basis whenever the wind dies down.
Get some free motorbike action with Racing Moto for the Blackberry PlayBook
Although Racing Moto is new to the BlackBerry PlayBook,�I am quite used to playing it as it is an Android port. I already have it installed on my Android phone and tablet and it's one of those games that is always fun to go back to playing when you have a few minutes to kill. You control a motorbike (no surprise) and your job is to dodge the other traffic on the road. You can press the screen to give yourself a speed boost and release the screen again to slow down. It is all about getting as far as possible as thats what gets you points. Thats pretty much the game, however it is extremely addictive. It runs beautifully smooth on the PlayBook and game play is fast paced and almost an adrenaline rush - well, as much as a motorbike game can be. The other huge bonus is that Racing Moto is free to download - always a bonus. More information/Download Racing Moto for the BlackBerry PlayBook CrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Get some free motorbike action with Racing Moto for the Blackberry PlayBook
Tips for capturing holiday light memories with your iPhone camera
The iPhone has a great little digital camera built into it. If you're thinking about getting those last photos of the neighborhood and indoor holiday lights before they all come down, here are a few hints to make sure you get a memorable picture.
Let's start with exterior lights. The iPhone isn't a terrific low-light camera, but it can still take some stunning shots. The first thing to remember is that you don't want to wait until it is completely dark. If you do, all you'll see in your photo are the lights and some small areas of the house that are illuminated by them.
The best time to take your outdoor holiday light photos is just after sunset. Dusk photos will work just fine. You'll have about 20-30 minutes of twilight sky to make your photos keepers. You'll see some sky texturing that way, and the house and holiday lights will both be very visible. If you have a newer iPhone with iOS 6, try the built-in panorama mode, but be sure to hold the phone really steady. Remember, the lower the illumination, the more steady you have to be. Check the gallery below for an example of a panorama shot.
Gallery: Holiday Light Panorama
Indoor lights are easier to photograph with your iPhone. To add some interest to the photos, place some objects like candles in the foreground to focus on, which will put the holiday lights in soft focus in the background. Of course, people are good foreground subjects -- be sure to focus on them, and let the tree and lights be in soft focus in the background.
Avoid using the iPhone's flash if you can. It creates very harsh lighting that changes the mood of the photo, and there's always a potential of causing "red-eye" problems. Those devilish eyes can be removed with iPhoto for iOS, but it's better to not have the problem in the first place.
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Let's start with exterior lights. The iPhone isn't a terrific low-light camera, but it can still take some stunning shots. The first thing to remember is that you don't want to wait until it is completely dark. If you do, all you'll see in your photo are the lights and some small areas of the house that are illuminated by them.
The best time to take your outdoor holiday light photos is just after sunset. Dusk photos will work just fine. You'll have about 20-30 minutes of twilight sky to make your photos keepers. You'll see some sky texturing that way, and the house and holiday lights will both be very visible. If you have a newer iPhone with iOS 6, try the built-in panorama mode, but be sure to hold the phone really steady. Remember, the lower the illumination, the more steady you have to be. Check the gallery below for an example of a panorama shot.
Gallery: Holiday Light Panorama
Indoor lights are easier to photograph with your iPhone. To add some interest to the photos, place some objects like candles in the foreground to focus on, which will put the holiday lights in soft focus in the background. Of course, people are good foreground subjects -- be sure to focus on them, and let the tree and lights be in soft focus in the background.
Avoid using the iPhone's flash if you can. It creates very harsh lighting that changes the mood of the photo, and there's always a potential of causing "red-eye" problems. Those devilish eyes can be removed with iPhoto for iOS, but it's better to not have the problem in the first place.
Tips for capturing holiday light memories with your iPhone camera originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Tue, 25 Dec 2012 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Samsung Reportedly Targeting 510M Phone Sales In 2013, Including 390M Smartphones
Samsung is looking to move around 20 percent more mobile phones in 2013 than it did in 2012, according to a new report from The Korea Times. The Korean electronics firm wants to ship 510 million phones in the New Year,�which exceeds the 420 million it projected for 2012. The 2013 increase adds anticipated holiday sales to its existing 288 million total devices sold through September.�Around 76 percent, or�390 million, of that 510 million will be smartphones, according to a key Samsung supplier speaking to the Korea Times.
Did you get a new iPhone or iPad for Christmas?
Did you just get a new iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, or iPad mini for Christmas? Which one did you get? What size? What color? What capacity? Any awesome accessories come with it? Any amazing apps already installed? If you scored some great new Apple gear this holiday season, I want to know all about it, so tell me in the comments below -- what did you get? Details, people!
Now On Kickstarter: A Thin, Solar-Powered, Bluetooth 4.0 Game Controller Built Directly Into An iPhone Case
Game controllers for iPhone are no longer all that rare, even though once upon a time Apple didn't even allow them to connect to its smartphone. Still, there's plenty of room for innovation in this space, and Justice Frangipane's new design is a perfect example of how things can still get better in this market. The project is an iPhone case that while only 3mm thick, holds a Bluetooth 4.0 video game controller that recharges via solar power.
Monday Brief: EiCs name their Best Devices of 2012
Mobile Nations Podcast Feed Mobile Nations on iTunes Mobile Nations YouTube The checkered, slow history of stories about Android updates 5 Android apps to help with last-minute holiday shopping Motorola said to be working on the 'X Phone' to bring the ultimate Android eXperience BlackBerry L-Series to be named the BlackBerry Z10 at launch? RIM CEO: 'We are very very confident in BlackBerry 10' Research In Motion Q3 Analysis and the BlackBerry Roller Coaster webOS Synergy Google sync safe from Google's ActiveSync shut down webOS Ports hackathon on Wednesday to update Internals apps to Enyo 2 Nexus 7 dual-Touchstone charging mod Instagram realizes it needs to start making money, decides to do it with your photos and identity Apple releases iOS 6.0.2 software update, bug fixes and iOS 6.1 beta 4 now available to developers 2012 iPhone and iPad gift guides Nokia begins Windows Phone 8 OS update for AT&T and Rogers Nokia improves Lumia 920 camera. We do a before and after comparison Samsung ATIV S unboxing and hands-on �
Netflix to introduce social features in 2013
Just days after a bill passed through the Senate that removes previous restrictions that prevented companies from sharing customer video rental history, a Netflix spokesperson has confirmed that they “plan to introduce social features” for US customers sometime in 2013. After President Obama signs the bill, Netflix will flip the switch on the new features. Read The Full Story
NimbleTV Promises Cable TV From Anywhere on All Your Devices
Cutting the cord may save you money, but the reality is that cable and satellite TV are incredibly convenient. That convenience stops when you try to watch some of those channels on anything other than the cable box-connected TV. One ...
Monday Brief: EiCs name their Best Devices of 2012
Mobile Nations Podcast Feed Mobile Nations on iTunes Mobile Nations YouTube The checkered, slow history of stories about Android updates 5 Android apps to help with last-minute holiday shopping Motorola said to be working on the 'X Phone' to bring the ultimate Android eXperience BlackBerry L-Series to be named the BlackBerry Z10 at launch? RIM CEO: 'We are very very confident in BlackBerry 10' Research In Motion Q3 Analysis and the BlackBerry Roller Coaster webOS Synergy Google sync safe from Google's ActiveSync shut down webOS Ports hackathon on Wednesday to update Internals apps to Enyo 2 Nexus 7 dual-Touchstone charging mod Instagram realizes it needs to start making money, decides to do it with your photos and identity Apple releases iOS 6.0.2 software update, bug fixes and iOS 6.1 beta 4 now available to developers 2012 iPhone and iPad gift guides Nokia begins Windows Phone 8 OS update for AT&T and Rogers Nokia improves Lumia 920 camera. We do a before and after comparison Samsung ATIV S unboxing and hands-on �
Samsung expected to ship over 500 million phones in 2013
Samsung certainly had a big year, and despite some legal setbacks with Apple, the company saw record profits in its mobile division. They also became the world?s largest mobile phone vendor with shipments estimated to have reached around 420 million units. In 2013, the company expects to break that number and ship over 500 million Read The Full Story
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Five apps that put the Merry in Merry Christmas
It's Christmas Eve, which means that it is time to stop shopping and start enjoying the Christmas holiday. Here are five fun apps to help you get your cheer on.
The Impossible Test - Christmas Edition (iOS Universal, Free)
The Impossible Test is a brain teaser app that asks you questions which are seemingly impossible to answer. Of course, each one has an answer -- you just have to use your brain power to figure it out. This holiday version features four game modes and 30 Christmas questions.
Zen of Snow HD (iOS Universal, Free)
Zen of Snow HD is a snow globe for your iPad and iPhone. The relaxing app includes four peaceful scenes and background Christmas music. It's a perfect companion while you wrap your gifts or stuff your Christmas turkey.
Snappet (iOS Universal, US$0.99)
If you love taking photos of your pet and sharing them with friends and family, then you need to download Snappet. The photo-taking app lets you add outfits to your pet without having to squeeze that poor tabby into a tutu. A holiday-themed version lets you add reindeer hats, snowman costumes and more to your furry friends.
ReindeerCam (iOS Universal, $1.99)
Get a glimpse of Santa's reindeer in this app that provides a live video feed from the North Pole. Watch Santa feed the reindeer each day at 11 AM, 6 PM and 9 PM EST. Great for kids and parents alike.
Naughty or Nice Scan (iOS Universal, Free)
Wonder if you will get a stocking full of coal this Christmas? Find out if you've been naughty or nice this year using the full body or fingerprint scanner in the Naughty or Nice scan app. Share your results on Twitter and Facebook with this entertaining holiday app.Five apps that put the Merry in Merry Christmas originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Mon, 24 Dec 2012 08:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
The Impossible Test - Christmas Edition (iOS Universal, Free)
The Impossible Test is a brain teaser app that asks you questions which are seemingly impossible to answer. Of course, each one has an answer -- you just have to use your brain power to figure it out. This holiday version features four game modes and 30 Christmas questions.
Zen of Snow HD (iOS Universal, Free)
Zen of Snow HD is a snow globe for your iPad and iPhone. The relaxing app includes four peaceful scenes and background Christmas music. It's a perfect companion while you wrap your gifts or stuff your Christmas turkey.
Snappet (iOS Universal, US$0.99)
If you love taking photos of your pet and sharing them with friends and family, then you need to download Snappet. The photo-taking app lets you add outfits to your pet without having to squeeze that poor tabby into a tutu. A holiday-themed version lets you add reindeer hats, snowman costumes and more to your furry friends.
ReindeerCam (iOS Universal, $1.99)
Get a glimpse of Santa's reindeer in this app that provides a live video feed from the North Pole. Watch Santa feed the reindeer each day at 11 AM, 6 PM and 9 PM EST. Great for kids and parents alike.
Naughty or Nice Scan (iOS Universal, Free)
Wonder if you will get a stocking full of coal this Christmas? Find out if you've been naughty or nice this year using the full body or fingerprint scanner in the Naughty or Nice scan app. Share your results on Twitter and Facebook with this entertaining holiday app.Five apps that put the Merry in Merry Christmas originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Mon, 24 Dec 2012 08:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Daily Update for December 26, 2012
It's the TUAW Daily Update, your source for Apple news in a convenient audio format. You'll get all the top Apple stories of the day in three to five minutes for a quick review of what's happening in the Apple world.
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Kupa X15 Windows 8 tablet gets production ready, now on sale starting at $1,100
When we first saw the Kupa UltraNote back at MobileCon 2012, the convertible Windows 8 slate had all the markings of a reference design: NFC, fingerprint scanner, LTE, digitizer and Intel Core i7 processor. But production realities change things some, and now that this particular tab is finally on sale, a few of its specs have been swapped out. Starting at $1,100 and rebadged as the X15, this 10.1-inch slate still reps a 1,920 x 1,200 IPS display, dual 1.3-megapixel front-facing / 5-megapixel rear cameras, support for WiFi a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, as well as up to 128GB SSD, but now comes in four configurations. Most notably, its allotment of DDR3 RAM's been doubled to 8GB across the board, although users seeking that previously announced Ivy Bridge Core i7 will have to opt for the high-end Ultra model as the lesser Elite, Pro and Lux builds all feature an Intel Core i5. LTE support seems to have been dropped altogether in favor of HSPA+ connectivity on the Ultra and Lux units. If you're interested in what Kupa's selling here, you'll need to contact the company directly -- there's no easy link on its site to simply purchase the X15 tablet outright.Filed under: TabletsCommentsSource: Kupa
Virginia Town Releases Crime-Fighting App
Crime-fighting is tough. Look at Batman. That guy's a mess. Still, for most people, if you witness a crime you want to do something about it. And while screaming "citizen's arrest" seems about as toothless as a substitute teacher in ...
Let your favorite wallpapers take center stage with Chic Dock Theme by CJH
When it comes to my display, I admit I lurk around the forums searching for themes and wallpapers to keep things fresh. For the past couple of weeks I've been eagerly waiting the release of a brand new theme by CJH that has been the subject of numerous posts in the what does your BlackBerry screen look like forum. Bursting on to the scene with his inventive, functional, and visually appealing designs I've featured quite a few in the theme roundup. With all the buzz surrounding his latest release, Chic Dock, my theme addiction was finally appeased now that it is finally available in BlackBerry App World.� read moreCrackBerry.com's feed sponsored by ShopCrackBerry.com. Let your favorite wallpapers take center stage with Chic Dock Theme by CJH
Daily iPhone App: Bezel Photo adds some shapely fun to your photos
Bezel Photo lets you snazzy up your pictures with shaped frames and photo filters. The app allows you to take a photo with your camera or pull one in from your photo library. Once you've got the perfect shot, you can highlight a section of the image by adding a circle, square, triangle, diamond or heart-shaped frame to your composition. Filters, contrast/brightness sliders and optional color borders (US$0.99 in-app purchase) let you add some flair to your framed photos. When you are done tweaking your shot, you can export the photo to your camera roll or share it on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
Bezel Photo is lightweight and easy to use once you get used to the icon-driven, gesture-based UI. The first time through you'll have to take a few minutes to tap on all the icons and figure out what they do. The second time you fire up Bezel Photo you will be able to breeze through the app like a champ.
The only drawback I found while using Bezel Photo was the filters. Once I applied a filter, I could change it, but I could not figure out how to remove it. I could step back to the beginning to remove the filter, but then I lost my photo and had to start over again. Besides this small hiccup, Bezel Photo worked exceptionally well at adding a shaped frame to your pics, and I will keep it in my arsenal of photo apps for this purpose.
You can download Bezel Photo for free from the iOS App Store.Daily iPhone App: Bezel Photo adds some shapely fun to your photos originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Mon, 24 Dec 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Bezel Photo is lightweight and easy to use once you get used to the icon-driven, gesture-based UI. The first time through you'll have to take a few minutes to tap on all the icons and figure out what they do. The second time you fire up Bezel Photo you will be able to breeze through the app like a champ.
The only drawback I found while using Bezel Photo was the filters. Once I applied a filter, I could change it, but I could not figure out how to remove it. I could step back to the beginning to remove the filter, but then I lost my photo and had to start over again. Besides this small hiccup, Bezel Photo worked exceptionally well at adding a shaped frame to your pics, and I will keep it in my arsenal of photo apps for this purpose.
You can download Bezel Photo for free from the iOS App Store.Daily iPhone App: Bezel Photo adds some shapely fun to your photos originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Mon, 24 Dec 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
Raspberry Pi Used To Replace A 30-Foot GSM Base Station And Create A Working Mobile Network
A Cambridge, U.K.-based consulting firm has managed to use the open source Raspberry Pi computer to replicate the functions normally performed by a 30-foot GSM cellular basestation to create a fully functional mobile network. Using two open source software programs, and a bit of off-the-shelf hardware kit DIY enthusiasts can get their hands on fairly easily, PA Consulting rolled their own mobile phone service.
What to Do With Your New Kindle
So you received (or have a pretty good idea you're going to receive) an Amazon Kindle e-reader this holiday season. Well done, you.
Now it's time to begin taking advantage of your device. Our guide below applies to all four of Amazon's current E Ink e-readers -- the basic Kindle, the Kindle Keyboard 3G, the Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Paperwhite 3G -- as well as most older editions.
Setting Up
After you've unboxed your Kindle, you'll want to create an Amazon account or sync it with your existing one. You'll also want to familiarize yourself with your e-reader's menu and navigation systems. You can find instructions for those steps here.
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Now it's time to begin taking advantage of your device. Our guide below applies to all four of Amazon's current E Ink e-readers -- the basic Kindle, the Kindle Keyboard 3G, the Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Paperwhite 3G -- as well as most older editions.
Setting Up
After you've unboxed your Kindle, you'll want to create an Amazon account or sync it with your existing one. You'll also want to familiarize yourself with your e-reader's menu and navigation systems. You can find instructions for those steps here.
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Holiday Deals on iOS and OS X software
Shopping is almost over and the holiday celebrations will soon begin. To celebrate this season of giving, developers are discounting their apps so customers can fill their new Macs and iOS devices with the best software the two platforms have to offer. We've compiled as many of the discounts as we could find in the list below. We will continue to add new deals as they appear over the next few days. Happy Holidays, everyone!
iOS Software
Bobbleshop - Bobble Head Avatar Maker [iOS Universal, Category: Entertainment, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Bobbleshop is a fun app that lets you create your own virtual bobble-head avatar that you can share with the world.
Burn the Rope Worlds [iPhone, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Burn the Rope: Worlds lights up your iPhone all over again with 100 brand-new levels and four different themed worlds.
Thumpies [iPhone, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Thumpies is a unique rhythm based music game for players of all ages.
Hamster Cannon [iOS Universal, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Hamster Cannon is a physics-based puzzle game, in which the user combines and launches various hamsters out of cannons to collect Golden Noms.
Paper Munchers [iPhone, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Paper Munchers is packed full of explosive physics, unique characters, and 5 Worlds.
Strengthiness Interval Timer [iOS Universal, Category: Health & Fitness, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] A simple interval timer that just works and doesn't require a tutorial to figure out.
Tabletop Translator [iPad, Category: Business, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Top-notch translation App for the iPad.
Tango Remote [iOS Universal, Category: Music, On sale for $1.99, down from $4.99] Tango Remote is a fantastic way to wirelessly control music and video between iPads, iPhones and iPod touches.
Launch Center Pro [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Launch Center Pro is a shortcut app that gets you to where you're going faster than ever before.
Barista [iPhone, Category: Food & Drink, Now free, down from $0.99] Barista is an app that will help you create cafe-quality espresso at home.
Checkmark [iPhone, Category: Productivity, Now free, down from $4.99] Checkmark is the fastest way to remind yourself of all the things you have to do in your busy life.
IM+ Pro [iOS Universal, Category: Social Networking, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Chat on Skype, Facebook, Google Talk, Twitter and more.
King Oddball [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Blow up tanks! Crash helicopters! Squash puny humans! Collapse structures! Hurl boulders until nothing remains!
Boom Brigade 2 [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Take command and send your Troopers against a rampaging alien horde!
Sparkle HD [iPad, Category: Games, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Banish the Orbs of Darkness with your Orb Slinger in this action puzzler.
Swingworm [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Swing, stretch, smash and grab your way through exciting, physics based worlds.
Sparkle [iPhone, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Banish the Orbs of Darkness with your Orb Slinger in this action puzzler.
PCalc [iOS Universal, Category: Utilities, On sale for $0.99, down from $9.99] PCalc is a calculator for scientists, engineers, students, programmers or indeed anybody looking for a feature rich calculator.
Grocery List - Buy Me a Pie [iOS Universal, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Shopping app that lets you make lists and sync them with your family's iOS devices so they can add items on the go.
Documents To Go Premium [iOS Universal, Category: Business, On sale for $9.99, down from $16.99] View, edit, and create Word & Excel files(Office 2007/2008/2010). View PowerPoint, PDF, iWork, Text, .RTF and more.
Documents To Go [iOS Universal, Category: Business, On sale for $5.99, down from $9.99] View, edit, and create Word & Excel files(Office 2007/2008/2010). View PowerPoint, PDF, iWork, Text, .RTF and more.
Noteshelf [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $5.99] Noteshelf is a handwriting note taker that features natural digital ink and a comprehensive toolset to help make writing on your iPad easy.
djay for iPad [iPad, Category: Music, On sale for $9.99, down from $19.99] Highly acclaimed DJ app for your iPad.
Clear for iPhone [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Minimalist, gesture-based task manager.
Blux Camera for iPad [iPad, Category: Photography & Video, Now free, down from $1.99] Camera app custom-designed for iPadographers
Draw Pad Pro: [iOS Universal, Category: Productivity] Now on sale for $1.99, down from $3.99. Draw Pad Pro lets you create and manage notes, sketches, scribbles and more.
MyScript Notes Mobile [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $7.99] MyScript Notes Mobile turns your iPad into a real library of virtual notebooks.
Kingdom Rush [iOS Universal, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] A fantasy defense filled with hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends.
Moonlights [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Moonlights is a tower building physics puzzler, that will challenge the brain and the physics skills of the whole family.
Blockoban Premium [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] A puzzle game with Medium, Hard, Big Maps categories and 4050 levels.
Mozzle [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Jigsaw puzzle game with 23 unique interactive/motion puzzles and 3 mini games.
Walking Dead: The Game [iOS Universal, Category: Game, Now free, down from $4.99] The popular Zombie game series is now on iOS.
Frame Your Life Pro [iPhone, Category: Lifestyle, Now free, down from $0.99] Frame Your Life lets you combine multiple photos into 48 fully adjustable frames with rounded corners, photo effects and a easy color picker,.
Today Weather: [iOS Universal, Category: Weather, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] A gesture-based weather app for the iPhone.
iStopMotion for iPad: [iPad, Category: Photo & Video, On sale for $4.99, down from $9.99] Create stop motion animations and time lapse recordings on your iPad or iPad mini.
PDF Pen for iPad [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $6.99, down from $14.99] Use your iPad to sign a contract, make corrections, fill out an application, make comments on a presentation and much more.
PDF Pen for iPhone [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $4.99] Use your iPhone to sign a contract, make corrections, fill out an application, make comments on a presentation and much more.
FuelMonitor [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Calculate your Speed, gas used, average consumption, distance, duration and, of course, price for a trip.
Barcode [iPhone, Category: Utilities, Now free, down from $0.99] Barcode scanner that scans and parses the contents of codes, then offers actions depending on the contents.
The Early Edition 2 [iPad, Category: News, On sale for $0.99, down from $4.99] The Early Edition 2 is an up-to-the-minute newspaper that pulls in content from your RSS feeds.
Tweetglass [iPad, Category: Social Networking, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Tweetglass is a Twitter app for iPad with a special focus on automatically streamlining and condensing your timeline, especially when it comes to conversations.
Calendars by Readdle: [iOS Universal, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $6.99] Easy-to-use calendar application compatible with Google Calendar and built-in iOS Calendar.
Kaleidacam [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Turn your iPhone or iPod touch into a live kaleidoscope camera.
AppZapp HD Pro [iPad, Category: Utilities, Now free, down from $0.99] AppZapp will instantly inform you about app price drops by push or email.
iAnnotate PDF [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $9.99] iAnnotate PDF lets you read, annotate and share your PDFs.
WhatsApp Messenger [iPhone, Category: Social Networking, Now free, down from $0.99] WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform smartphone messenger currently available for iPhone and all other smartphones.
Sketch Club [iOS Universal, Category: Entertainment, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Sketch Club provides not just the tools to create but also some of the motivation and inspiration through its integrated online community.
Splashtop 2 - Remote Desktop [iPad, Category: Business, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Remote Desktop app to access your Mac or Windows PC from your iPad.
Recall - Reminders for Recommendations [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Quickly add music, movies, TV shows, apps and books to your recommendation list.
Avengers Initiative: [iOS Universal, Category: Games, Now free, down from $6.99] Help The Avengers pull the world back from the brink of catastrophe.
OS X Software
PCalc for Mac [OS X, Category: Utilities, On sale for $0.99, down from $9.99] PCalc is a calculator for scientists, engineers, students, programmers, or indeed anybody looking for a feature rich calculator.
NotesTab Pro [OS X, Category: Productivity, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Notes app with real-time cloud syncing, a detachable and resizable window, font styling, full-screen editing, multiple themes and much more.
Mint Quickview [OS X, Category: Finance, Now free, down from $7.99] Mint QuickView is a companion app to Mint.com that gives you an up-to-date snapshot of your finances on your Mac.
FX Photo Studio OS X, Category: Photography] On sale for $7.99, down from $9.99] FX Photo Studio is a photo app with over 170 photo effects & filters and stylish frames.
Farensius [OS X, Category: Weather, Now free, down from $0.99] Farensius displays the current weather on your menu bar.
Farensius Desktop [OS X, Category: Weather, Now free, down from $1.99] Farensius Desktop displays the current weather on your desktop.
Voila Screen Recorder for the Mac [OS X, Category: Productivity, On sale for $4.99, down from $14.99] Screen capturing software for your Mac that lets you capture or record content, annotate it and also share it seamlessly.
MacFonts Holiday Fonts [OS X, Category: Graphics & Design, Now free, down from $4.99] Pack of holiday-themed fonts.
Lost Photos [OS X, Category: Photography, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Lost Photos discovers all the photos you've ever sent or received stored in your email account.
Home Inventory [OS X, Category: Productivity, On sale for $9.99, down from $19.99] Home Inventory is a full-featured, easy to use application for keeping track of your possessions.
Fontcase [OS X, Category: Graphics & Design, On sale for $14.99, down from $34.99] Keep your fonts together with Fontcase font manager.
Boom [OS X, Category: Utilities, On sale for $3.99, down from $6.99] Pump up the volume with Boom volume booster.
iStopMotion 3: [OS X, Category: Video] On sale for $19.99, down from $49.99. Create stop motion animations and time lapse recordings on your Mac.
Air Parrot or Reflector [OS X, Category: Utility] Purchase one copy of AirParrot or Reflector and give another copy to a friend for 50% off! Promotion ends at Midnight on December 26th.
AppyFridays [OS X, Category: Misc, $0.99] AppyFridays offers four OS X apps for 99 cents each including Startrail, Marked, Music Recorder and Cooke Cutter.
Rocking Dollar Promotion [OS X, Category: Misc., $0.99] Grab 15 popular apps for 99 cents each. The apps on sale includes PhotoBulk, Canyons & Arches Desktops, Timing, Mushroom Age, Christmasville, ColorStrokes, MenuMate, Get Plain Text, Markdown Pro, Pinball, MahJong, The Tiny Bang Story, Elsewhere, SMARTreporter and KaraokeTube.
All OS X software from Realmac [OS X, Category: Various, Now 65% off] All Realmac's OS X software titles are on sale for 65% off until January 6th. Apps include Clear for Mac, Analog, Courier, LittleSnapper and RapidWeaver.
Ultimate Mac Music Bundle [OS X, Category: Misc., On sale for $39] Stacksocial is offering the Ultimate Mac Music Bundle, a group of eight apps with a retail value of $355. The apps include: MegaSeg DJ, The T-Pain Engine, Tracks, Flip4Mac Studio, Boom for Mac, Ondesoft Audio Recorder, SOS Online Backup and TuneUp. Deal is available now until December 29.
Mac Productivity Bundle 3.0 [OS X, Category: Misc.,On sale for $50] Stacksocial is offering the Mac Productivity Bundle 3.0, a group of nine apps with a retail value of $1150. The apps include: Billings, ARTTEXT, Disk Tools Pro, Stuffit Deluxe, Pandora UI for iOS, Hydra Pro and more. Deal is available now until December 25.
Holiday Deals on iOS and OS X software originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
iOS Software
Bobbleshop - Bobble Head Avatar Maker [iOS Universal, Category: Entertainment, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Bobbleshop is a fun app that lets you create your own virtual bobble-head avatar that you can share with the world.
Burn the Rope Worlds [iPhone, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Burn the Rope: Worlds lights up your iPhone all over again with 100 brand-new levels and four different themed worlds.
Thumpies [iPhone, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Thumpies is a unique rhythm based music game for players of all ages.
Hamster Cannon [iOS Universal, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Hamster Cannon is a physics-based puzzle game, in which the user combines and launches various hamsters out of cannons to collect Golden Noms.
Paper Munchers [iPhone, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] Paper Munchers is packed full of explosive physics, unique characters, and 5 Worlds.
Strengthiness Interval Timer [iOS Universal, Category: Health & Fitness, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] A simple interval timer that just works and doesn't require a tutorial to figure out.
Tabletop Translator [iPad, Category: Business, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Top-notch translation App for the iPad.
Tango Remote [iOS Universal, Category: Music, On sale for $1.99, down from $4.99] Tango Remote is a fantastic way to wirelessly control music and video between iPads, iPhones and iPod touches.
Launch Center Pro [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Launch Center Pro is a shortcut app that gets you to where you're going faster than ever before.
Barista [iPhone, Category: Food & Drink, Now free, down from $0.99] Barista is an app that will help you create cafe-quality espresso at home.
Checkmark [iPhone, Category: Productivity, Now free, down from $4.99] Checkmark is the fastest way to remind yourself of all the things you have to do in your busy life.
IM+ Pro [iOS Universal, Category: Social Networking, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Chat on Skype, Facebook, Google Talk, Twitter and more.
King Oddball [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Blow up tanks! Crash helicopters! Squash puny humans! Collapse structures! Hurl boulders until nothing remains!
Boom Brigade 2 [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Take command and send your Troopers against a rampaging alien horde!
Sparkle HD [iPad, Category: Games, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Banish the Orbs of Darkness with your Orb Slinger in this action puzzler.
Swingworm [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Swing, stretch, smash and grab your way through exciting, physics based worlds.
Sparkle [iPhone, Category: Games, On sale for $1.99, down from $2.99] Banish the Orbs of Darkness with your Orb Slinger in this action puzzler.
PCalc [iOS Universal, Category: Utilities, On sale for $0.99, down from $9.99] PCalc is a calculator for scientists, engineers, students, programmers or indeed anybody looking for a feature rich calculator.
Grocery List - Buy Me a Pie [iOS Universal, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Shopping app that lets you make lists and sync them with your family's iOS devices so they can add items on the go.
Documents To Go Premium [iOS Universal, Category: Business, On sale for $9.99, down from $16.99] View, edit, and create Word & Excel files(Office 2007/2008/2010). View PowerPoint, PDF, iWork, Text, .RTF and more.
Documents To Go [iOS Universal, Category: Business, On sale for $5.99, down from $9.99] View, edit, and create Word & Excel files(Office 2007/2008/2010). View PowerPoint, PDF, iWork, Text, .RTF and more.
Noteshelf [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $5.99] Noteshelf is a handwriting note taker that features natural digital ink and a comprehensive toolset to help make writing on your iPad easy.
djay for iPad [iPad, Category: Music, On sale for $9.99, down from $19.99] Highly acclaimed DJ app for your iPad.
Clear for iPhone [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Minimalist, gesture-based task manager.
Blux Camera for iPad [iPad, Category: Photography & Video, Now free, down from $1.99] Camera app custom-designed for iPadographers
Draw Pad Pro: [iOS Universal, Category: Productivity] Now on sale for $1.99, down from $3.99. Draw Pad Pro lets you create and manage notes, sketches, scribbles and more.
MyScript Notes Mobile [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $7.99] MyScript Notes Mobile turns your iPad into a real library of virtual notebooks.
Kingdom Rush [iOS Universal, Category: Games, Now free, down from $0.99] A fantasy defense filled with hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends.
Moonlights [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Moonlights is a tower building physics puzzler, that will challenge the brain and the physics skills of the whole family.
Blockoban Premium [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] A puzzle game with Medium, Hard, Big Maps categories and 4050 levels.
Mozzle [iOS Universal, Category: Games, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Jigsaw puzzle game with 23 unique interactive/motion puzzles and 3 mini games.
Walking Dead: The Game [iOS Universal, Category: Game, Now free, down from $4.99] The popular Zombie game series is now on iOS.
Frame Your Life Pro [iPhone, Category: Lifestyle, Now free, down from $0.99] Frame Your Life lets you combine multiple photos into 48 fully adjustable frames with rounded corners, photo effects and a easy color picker,.
Today Weather: [iOS Universal, Category: Weather, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] A gesture-based weather app for the iPhone.
iStopMotion for iPad: [iPad, Category: Photo & Video, On sale for $4.99, down from $9.99] Create stop motion animations and time lapse recordings on your iPad or iPad mini.
PDF Pen for iPad [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $6.99, down from $14.99] Use your iPad to sign a contract, make corrections, fill out an application, make comments on a presentation and much more.
PDF Pen for iPhone [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $4.99] Use your iPhone to sign a contract, make corrections, fill out an application, make comments on a presentation and much more.
FuelMonitor [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Calculate your Speed, gas used, average consumption, distance, duration and, of course, price for a trip.
Barcode [iPhone, Category: Utilities, Now free, down from $0.99] Barcode scanner that scans and parses the contents of codes, then offers actions depending on the contents.
The Early Edition 2 [iPad, Category: News, On sale for $0.99, down from $4.99] The Early Edition 2 is an up-to-the-minute newspaper that pulls in content from your RSS feeds.
Tweetglass [iPad, Category: Social Networking, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Tweetglass is a Twitter app for iPad with a special focus on automatically streamlining and condensing your timeline, especially when it comes to conversations.
Calendars by Readdle: [iOS Universal, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $6.99] Easy-to-use calendar application compatible with Google Calendar and built-in iOS Calendar.
Kaleidacam [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $1.99] Turn your iPhone or iPod touch into a live kaleidoscope camera.
AppZapp HD Pro [iPad, Category: Utilities, Now free, down from $0.99] AppZapp will instantly inform you about app price drops by push or email.
iAnnotate PDF [iPad, Category: Productivity, On sale for $1.99, down from $9.99] iAnnotate PDF lets you read, annotate and share your PDFs.
WhatsApp Messenger [iPhone, Category: Social Networking, Now free, down from $0.99] WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform smartphone messenger currently available for iPhone and all other smartphones.
Sketch Club [iOS Universal, Category: Entertainment, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Sketch Club provides not just the tools to create but also some of the motivation and inspiration through its integrated online community.
Splashtop 2 - Remote Desktop [iPad, Category: Business, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Remote Desktop app to access your Mac or Windows PC from your iPad.
Recall - Reminders for Recommendations [iPhone, Category: Productivity, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Quickly add music, movies, TV shows, apps and books to your recommendation list.
Avengers Initiative: [iOS Universal, Category: Games, Now free, down from $6.99] Help The Avengers pull the world back from the brink of catastrophe.
OS X Software
PCalc for Mac [OS X, Category: Utilities, On sale for $0.99, down from $9.99] PCalc is a calculator for scientists, engineers, students, programmers, or indeed anybody looking for a feature rich calculator.
NotesTab Pro [OS X, Category: Productivity, On sale for $2.99, down from $4.99] Notes app with real-time cloud syncing, a detachable and resizable window, font styling, full-screen editing, multiple themes and much more.
Mint Quickview [OS X, Category: Finance, Now free, down from $7.99] Mint QuickView is a companion app to Mint.com that gives you an up-to-date snapshot of your finances on your Mac.
FX Photo Studio OS X, Category: Photography] On sale for $7.99, down from $9.99] FX Photo Studio is a photo app with over 170 photo effects & filters and stylish frames.
Farensius [OS X, Category: Weather, Now free, down from $0.99] Farensius displays the current weather on your menu bar.
Farensius Desktop [OS X, Category: Weather, Now free, down from $1.99] Farensius Desktop displays the current weather on your desktop.
Voila Screen Recorder for the Mac [OS X, Category: Productivity, On sale for $4.99, down from $14.99] Screen capturing software for your Mac that lets you capture or record content, annotate it and also share it seamlessly.
MacFonts Holiday Fonts [OS X, Category: Graphics & Design, Now free, down from $4.99] Pack of holiday-themed fonts.
Lost Photos [OS X, Category: Photography, On sale for $0.99, down from $2.99] Lost Photos discovers all the photos you've ever sent or received stored in your email account.
Home Inventory [OS X, Category: Productivity, On sale for $9.99, down from $19.99] Home Inventory is a full-featured, easy to use application for keeping track of your possessions.
Fontcase [OS X, Category: Graphics & Design, On sale for $14.99, down from $34.99] Keep your fonts together with Fontcase font manager.
Boom [OS X, Category: Utilities, On sale for $3.99, down from $6.99] Pump up the volume with Boom volume booster.
iStopMotion 3: [OS X, Category: Video] On sale for $19.99, down from $49.99. Create stop motion animations and time lapse recordings on your Mac.
Air Parrot or Reflector [OS X, Category: Utility] Purchase one copy of AirParrot or Reflector and give another copy to a friend for 50% off! Promotion ends at Midnight on December 26th.
AppyFridays [OS X, Category: Misc, $0.99] AppyFridays offers four OS X apps for 99 cents each including Startrail, Marked, Music Recorder and Cooke Cutter.
Rocking Dollar Promotion [OS X, Category: Misc., $0.99] Grab 15 popular apps for 99 cents each. The apps on sale includes PhotoBulk, Canyons & Arches Desktops, Timing, Mushroom Age, Christmasville, ColorStrokes, MenuMate, Get Plain Text, Markdown Pro, Pinball, MahJong, The Tiny Bang Story, Elsewhere, SMARTreporter and KaraokeTube.
All OS X software from Realmac [OS X, Category: Various, Now 65% off] All Realmac's OS X software titles are on sale for 65% off until January 6th. Apps include Clear for Mac, Analog, Courier, LittleSnapper and RapidWeaver.
Ultimate Mac Music Bundle [OS X, Category: Misc., On sale for $39] Stacksocial is offering the Ultimate Mac Music Bundle, a group of eight apps with a retail value of $355. The apps include: MegaSeg DJ, The T-Pain Engine, Tracks, Flip4Mac Studio, Boom for Mac, Ondesoft Audio Recorder, SOS Online Backup and TuneUp. Deal is available now until December 29.
Mac Productivity Bundle 3.0 [OS X, Category: Misc.,On sale for $50] Stacksocial is offering the Mac Productivity Bundle 3.0, a group of nine apps with a retail value of $1150. The apps include: Billings, ARTTEXT, Disk Tools Pro, Stuffit Deluxe, Pandora UI for iOS, Hydra Pro and more. Deal is available now until December 25.
Holiday Deals on iOS and OS X software originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Source | Permalink | Email this | Comments
tisdag 25 december 2012
Omni announces their productivity app plans for 2013
Omni Group, one of the first major Mac developers to go all-in on the iPad, has posted their plans for the first quarter of 2013. CEO Ken Case elaborated on all of it on the Omni Group Blog: OmniFocus 2. OmniOutliner 4. OmniPresence. Sandboxing. Accessibility. Visio and Microsoft Project compatibility in our iPad apps. Upgrade pricing from Mac App Store apps. I hope you?re looking forward to 2013 as much as we are! Whether you're getting things done, getting things outlined, or getting things synced, it looks like Omni will have you covered over the next 3 months. To read all the details, hit the link below, then come back and let me know -- did Omni's "iPad or bust" strategy work out well for you? Are you using their apps? Source: Omni Group Blog
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