Archive: November 2008 — page 3
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MobileMe Focus of Improvements in Latest 10.5.6 Release [Seed Notes]
Several weeks since the initial build of Mac OS X 10.5.6 Apple has released another build (9G35) to developers today. The sixth update to Mac OS X Leopard is said to be the largest yet with the current build containing over 80 fixes. The latest…
iPhone OS 2.2 Release on November 21?
iPhoneHellas.gr is claiming that the latest update for the iPhone will see the light of day on November 21. iPhone OS 2.2 which has been in extensive testing in the developer community. Whilst MacRumors reports limited experience with the site, Gizmodo pins the site as…
Carbon Fibre MacBook Air in Works?
AppleInsider is today reporting that Apple has been looking into replacing the aluminium enclosure on the MacBook Air with a carbon fibre case. Apple is apparently happy with the "thinnest" of the MacBook Air but wishes to trim the weight to below 3 pounds (1.3KG)…
Orange Set to Cut iPhone Pricing
AppleInsider and MacBidouille.com are both reporting that Orange France could be set to dramatically lower the pricing of the iPhone. In a flyer sent to AppleInsider the price of the 8GB iPhone is shown as €99 down from €149. While MacBidouille notes that the 16GB…
AT&T iPhone Tethering Details Revealed?
Last week it was revealed that AT&T is planning to unveil an official tethering plan for the iPhone stating that it was coming "soon". MacBlogz is now adding further information about what to expect from AT&T: • 5GB Data Cap (just like Blackberry users) -…
Apple Pulls Papermaster Bio
Amid uncertainty Apple has removed an executive biography from its website for Mark Papermaster the latest executive to join Apple's team. The Senior Vice President of Devices Hardware Engineering was hired from IBM and has been the centre of a lawsuit from the company. Following…
In Brief: Psystar Does Not Move to Recuse Judge
During Thursday's (11/6/08) hearing on Apple's Motion to Dismiss Psystar's Counterclaims, Psystar learned that a lawyer at the firm representing Apple had previously clerked for Judge Alsup. The Court gave Psystar until noon on Monday, November 11, 2008, to file a Motion for Recusal. I…
iPhone Leads U.S. Consumer Phone Sales
NPD Group is reporting today that the iPhone 3G has surpassed the Motorola RAZR as the leading handset purchased by adult consumers in the U.S. in the third quarter (Q3) of 2008. The RAZR had been ranked number one by NPD for the past 12-months…
Update: iLife Support 8.3.1 [Updated]
iLife Support 8.3.1 - 11.7MB iLife Support provides system software components shared by all iLife 08 applications. This update improves overall stability and addresses a number of other minor issues. It is recommended for all users for iLife 08. [Update] Update only available to iLife…
Papermaster Ordered to Halt Apple Employment
Over the weekend it became clear that the drama is continuing to surround Apple's latest senior employee. Mark Papermaster a previous employee of IBM was hired by Apple and officially joined last week , replacing iPod chief Tony Fadell. Later last week it was revealed…
In Brief: Court Enters Scheduling Order in Apple v. Psystar Suit
After considering the Proposed Case Management Report previously filed by the parties, the Court has entered its Scheduling Order. At first glance, it appears that nearly everything requested by the parties was granted. The important dates are as follows: 11/14/08: Last day for initial Rule…
In Brief: Court Hears Arguments on Apple's Motion to Dismiss Psystar's Counterclaims; Psystar May Move for Recusal of Judge Alsup
On Thursday, oral arguments on Apple's Motion to Dismiss Psystar's Counterclaims were heard by Judge Alsup. Macworld has a summary of the hearing, to which I refer the interested reader. Two very interesting things occurred, though I am hungry for more details from persons actually…
Apple Given Up on 34th Street Store?
Back in 2005 we reported that Apple had purchased a large building across from the Empire State Building on 34th street in Manhattan. Now according to the NY Post plans for a 34th street Apple Store are dead and Apple is attempting to offload the…
AT&T Says iPhone Tethering Coming "Soon"
During an interview at the Web 2.0 Summit with TechCrunch's Michael Arrington AT&T Mobility President and CEO Ralph De La Vega stated that AT&T is working with Apple to allow the iPhone to tether to computers. Saying it will be available "soon". AppleInsider is also…
Apple Gives Hope to Mac mini Fans
According to AppleInsider Apple has reassured one fan of the Mac mini via phone that the desktop computer would be addressed in time. Having read much of the rumours about the Mac minis demise one particular customer contacted Apple's Bob Mansfield for an answer on…
Apple Files Form 10-K Lists Company Risks, Fadell Continues Earning
On Wednesday Apple filed its form 10-K for the fiscal year 2008 as mandated by the SEC. As is required in the form 10-K Apple listed many of the risks that could effect the company. Amongst some of these topics includes ( as listed by…
Software Fix for MacBook Pro Trackpad Issues "Coming Soon" [Updated]
It is being reported across the Mac web that an issue exists with the new MacBook Pro's trackpad. The issues which has been picked up by PCPro.co.uk and AppleInsider seems to only affect the MacBook Pro and not the MacBook which also features the brand…
Now Let's Discuss the November Trial Date in the Apple v. Psystar Case
In follow-up to my article of yesterday correcting misinformation reported by some sites regarding the Case Management Scheduling Report, there is another issue being discussed that also desperately needs a heavy dose of reality. There is no shortage of articles and comments bemoaning that this…
Apple Updates Camera RAW Compatibility
Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update 2.3 - 4MB This update extends RAW file compatibility for Aperture 2 and iPhoto ’08 for the following cameras: Canon EOS 50D Nikon D90 Sony DSLR-A900 Nikon Coolpix P6000 It also addresses issues related to specific cameras and overall stability.
Opera Browser Confusion Settled
Last week it was reported that the software company responsible for creating the Opera web browser had submitted a version of Opera mini to the App Store and had it turned down. The story eventually snowballed into a debate about how Opera should have known…