Archive: August 2007
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NBC Universal Pulling Out From iTunes Store
NBC Universal is reportedly unable to come to an agreement with Apple over iTunes Store pricing so has decided not to renew its contract to sell TV shows on iTunes. This means a loss of the following NBC Universal shows available for sale on iTunes…
In Brief: Product (RED) shuffle? Custom iPhone Ringtones, HD Content for iTunes Store?
Product (RED) shuffle? AppleInsider writes that all the hype surrounding next weeks Special Event is focused on the iPod nano and its bigger brother the video. But the rumour site states that reliable sources point towards the release of a Product (RED) iPod shuffle. Although…
Update: AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n Firmware 7.2.1
AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n Firmware 7.2.1 - 4.6MB The AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n and Firmware 7.2.1 is Wi-Fi certified for 802.11n draft 2.0. This update also includes bug fixes and security updates.
Volkswagen and Apple Collaborating on iCar?
German magazine ' Capital' is reporting ( Google Translation ) that Apple and Volkswagen have been taking part in talks and are in the early stages of producing an "iCar." A spokesman from Volkswagen has reportedly commented that the two companies have held talks recently…
TV Shows Hit UK iTunes Store [Update: Apple PR]
Apple has just unleashed TV shows onto the UK iTunes Store. Individual episodes are available for £1.89, the store is currently offering shows from ABC, Disney Channel, Nikelodeon, MTV, Paramount Comedy and Playhouse Disney. [Update] - Apple today announced that hit television programming from ABC…
Apple Confirms Sept. 5 Special Event
Apple has confirmed the rumoured September 5th Special Event this evening. Apple confirmed the event by sending invitations to select members of the media. The invitation features a cover flow style front with the foremost album cover containing a silhouette iTunes dance holding an iPod…
Update: iPhoto 7.0.2
iPhoto 7.0.2 - 8.8MB This update to iPhoto addresses issues associated with publishing to .Mac Web Gallery, rebuilding thumbnails, and editing books. It also addresses a number of other minor issues.
Newest Leopard Build Continues Interface Tweaks
Over the weekend Apple seeded another build of Mac OS X 10.5, just days after releasing an update to the previous build. The increased pace of development shows that Leopard is nearing completion. Builds 9A527 (Client) and 9A528a (Server) show increased system performance once again…
iPod Related Event September 5?
Arstechnica and AppleInsider both claim that Apple will hold a major event on September 5th. Our sources are slim on details for exactly what will be announced, but said that at least one of the things that will come out of September 5th will be…
Gallery: Buchanan Street Apple Store
Today Apple opened the first Apple Store in Scotland on Buchanan Street in Glasgow. World of Apple was on the scene to provide you with the best gallery of photos. Here for your enjoyment.
OS Based iPod Lineup in September?
AppleInsider states that Apple will use a media event next month to unveil a new line of iPods based on OS X. The rumour site claims that the "new platform of digital devices" has been a "multi-year" effort. The idea appears to be that every…
Look at Build 9A500n of Leopard
Just a few days ago Apple released a Software Update to Leopard build 9A499. Back when 9A499 was released we published an extensive gallery of screenshots , Apple took a dislike and pulled it down. But due to popular request we're going to answer just…
Update: iMovie 7.0.1
iMovie 7.0.1 - 9MB This update addresses issues associated with publishing to .Mac Web Gallery. It also improves overall stability and addresses a number of other minor issues.
New iPod Nano's Revealed?
9to5Mac has posted a photo which it claims is the soon to be release new iPod nano's. Last week 9to5Mac.com reported that the new colours of the iPod nano's would be Matte Black, Silver, Cranberry/Wine Red, Lighter Blue and Light Green. The new nano's are…
New Seeds of Mac OS X 10.4.11, Xcode 2.5
Over the last few days Apple has been busy updating builds and seeding them to developers. Earlier in the week Apple seeded a new build of Mac OS X 10.5 . Mac OS X 10.4.11 New Builds Apple has seeded builds 8S146 and S2146 of…
Update: iPhone Update 1.0.2
iPhone Update 1.0.2 The update which has just been released consists of "bug fixes" The update is available via Software Update in iTunes.
Apple Secures European iPhone Deals
The Financial Times is reporting that Apple has finalised deals with European networks who will carry the iPhone. In the contracts Apple has written up the company asks for the networks to hand over 10 percent of revenues gained from calls and data on an…
Jobs Joins California Hall of Fame
Apple CEO Steve Jobs is one of the latest to be invited to the join the California Hall of Fame. California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver announced the inductees for the 2007 California Hall of Fame last night. Jobs joins a growing…
Apple Seeds Mac OS X 10.5 Build 9A500n
Apple has seeded a new build of Mac OS X Leopard (9A500n) to developers. The update arrived through Software Update to those with Build 9A499. The update is described as containing general fixes and provides new test features in Software Update. Apple is still expected…
Glasgow Apple Store to Open August 25th
Apple has confirmed that it's first Apple Store in Scotland will open at 9am on Saturday 25th August. The store which is located on Buchanan Street will be featuring a sweepstakes and a variety of presentations, demos and workshops — all free of charge. The…