Archive: February 2008 — page 2
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Updated MacBook Pros, iMacs Tuesday, Time Capsule Shipping? [Updated]
Since Macworld Apple has introduced some form of news almost every Tuesday ( 2GB iPod shuffle , 16GB iPhone, 32GB iPod touch , Aperture 2.0 , Xsan 2 ). It looks as if tomorrow (Tuesday 26th) will be no different. Mac Rumors is hesitantly reporting…
February Special Event Pushed Back?
9to5Mac is reporting that the rumoured February Special Event has been pushed back to mid-March. The reason for the delay is likely to be the delay of the iPhone SDK which was reported late last week.
iPhone SDK Delayed Several Weeks?
Business Week writer Arik Hasseldahl has written a brief message on his blog stating that the iPhone SDK may be delayed by 1 to 3 weeks. It appears that the reasons for such a delay are not known but many last minute decisions are being…
iTunes 7.6.1 Released, Movie of the Week Promo Begins
Apple has released a minor update to iTunes via Software Update, version 7.6.1 improves compatibility and contains several bug fixes. The following description is provided from Apple about the update: iTunes 7.6.1 includes several bug fixes and improves compatibility with Apple TV software version 2.0…
Linkin Park Perform at Apple Store [Update: Video]
Following reports that Linkin Park were set to play at a secret Apple Event , it appears that this secret event was simply a six song midnight set at the Apple Store SoHo in New York. This has led Mac Rumors to speculate that the…
NYT Speculates on Apple Event, DRM Free iTunes?
Speculating on yesterday's news , the New York Times is reporting that Apple will announce an end to DRM on iTunes. Apple is expected to have new laptops in the hopper that contain the latest generation of Intel chips. It has also promised a software…
BBC iPlayer on iPhone?
Guardian.co.uk is reporting on a BBC announcement about its iPlayer service. Amongst the announcement is a mention that the BBC will be bringing the iPlayer to the iPhone and iPod touch in "the next few weeks." No further details are offered by the Guardian; currently…
Linkin Park to Perform at Secret NYC Apple Event?
AppleInsider is reporting that Linkin Park band member Mike Shinoda posted a brief message to fans on Monday. In the note the Linkin Park front-man wrote: "Also, look forward to a special show that we’re doing in NYC in conjunction with Apple…shh…it’s a secret…" Apple…
MacBook, MacBook Pro Keyboard Firmware Update 1.0
MacBook, MacBook Pro Keyboard Firmware Update 1.0 - 876KB This MacBook and MacBook Pro firmware update addresses an issue where the first key press may be ignored if the computer has been sitting idle. It also addresses some other issues.
Apple Xserve RAID Discontinued?
Along with todays announcement of Xsan 2 , some have noticed that the Xserve RAID is no longer available on the online Apple Store. In addition to this the product page now redirects to http://www.apple.com/server/storage which shows off a 3U external RAID manufactured by a…
Apple Releases Xsan 2
Apple announced Xsan 2 on Tuesday the first major upgrade to its easy to use, high performance, enterprise class Storage Area Network (SAN) file system for Mac OS X. Administration tools have been completely redesigned in Xsan 2, making it easier than ever to set…
iPod shuffle Price Cut, New 2GB Model [Update: UK Pricing]
Apple today announced that the iPod shuffle is now even more affordably priced at $49 (£32) and that it is introducing a new 2GB model of the iPod shuffle for $69 (£45). "At just $49, the iPod shuffle is the most affordable iPod ever," said…
BBC Worldwide Shows Hit iTunes Store
Following on from rumours that came to light earlier today, it appears that BBC Worldwide content has begun to appear (iTunes Link) on the UK iTunes Store. As of writing the content is only available in the UK. The following shows are now available from…
128GB SSD Drive Suitable for Use in MacBook Air
Mtron has announced that they have developed a 128GB 1.8-inch solid state drive (SSD) with a ZIF-type interface, the drive is 100% compatible with the MacBook Air and will ship in April of this year. Mtron’s new SSD with Single Level Cell (SLC) Flash memory…
American Idol Performances Exclusively on iTunes
Apple has announced via press release that they have partnered with Fox Broadcasting Company to provide performances from Season 7 of American Idol the day following the broadcast. “We have some truly outstanding talent this year, and by working with Apple and iTunes, we’re giving…
BBC Shows on iTunes This Week?
Ars Technica reports that a "TV industry source" has told the technology site that Apple and BBC Worldwide have struck a deal for iTunes Store distribution of BBC content. The deal is reportedly going to be publicly announced on Tuesday. The agreement is an attempt…
Gallery: iPod nano (3rd Generation)
Last week World of Apple posted a gallery of the brand new pink iPod nano, this week we're posting photos of the red iPod nano. iPod nano (3G), iPod nano (2G), iPhone Included in the gallery is several shots of the user interface, and comparison…
Apple Just Developing Games for iPod and iPhone
A recent article pointed towards Apples recent change of trademark to cover gaming, it sparked speculation that Apple could be about to enter the video game market. Develop magazine believes that the change is simply to encompass gaming on both the iPod and iPhone, according…
In Brief: iPhone Internet Usage Shocks Google
Google revealed Wednesday that it has seen 50 times more search requests coming from the iPhone that any other mobile handset. The figures are so high that the company originally believed there was an error in the data collection. "We thought it was a mistake…
"Podmaps" Patent Reveals Interest in Mapping
A filing made by Apple in January 2007 shows that the company may have interest in merging visual maps and spoken directions. The mix of a visual map and spoken directions would be assembled together to create a "Podmap", which could then be transferred to…