Archive: 2008 — page 12
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Apple Working on ARM Processor for iPhone?
A report on the NY Times blog points towards a posting on a social networking site which reveals much of Apple's future hardware plans. Wei-han Lien, the senior manager of Apple’s chip team and former engineer of P.A. Semi lists his current position as "Senior…
UK Back to School Promo Begins
Months after the start of the US Back to School promo and just as it comes to an end Apple has finally begun the popular promotion in the UK. Customers in the UK who purchase a Mac (excluding Mac mini) and iPod nano or iPod…
Security Update 2008-006 Available
Security Update 2008-006 is recommended for all users and improves the security of Mac OS X. Previous security updates have been incorporated into this security update. Security Update 2008-006 Client (Intel) Security Update 2008-006 Client (PPC) Security Update 2008-006 Server (PPC) Security Update 2008-006 Server…
New MacBook Shipments En Route to US?
Citigroups Richard Gardner is claiming that he has received confirmation that the new MacBooks are shipping to the US from mainland China. The report which cites "field checks" as the source of information also adding that the new MacBooks have a "very thin aluminium casing…
Apple Releases Mac OS X 10.5.5
Apple has today released the latest update to Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. The latest update includes many bug fixes, security enhancements and is available through software update. Details of the Mac OS X 10.5.5 update are available on the Apple website and security changes…
In Brief: Apple and Psystar Stipulate to Extension
Today, Apple and Psystar agreed to extend the time in which Apple is due to respond to the Counterclaims filed on August 28, 2008 until September 30, 2008. Apple gave Psystar a similar extension to respond to the initial suit. While the case may be…
Macworld SF 2009 Registration Opens
Yesterday Macworld San Francisco registration opened its doors and immediately concerns were raised by those wishing to attend that in order to see the Keynote they would have to purchase a Platinum Pass. When the brand new registration site went online it was noticed that…
iPhone 2.1 Firmware Now Available
As announced on Tuesday by Apple, the 2.1 firmware update for the iPhone has started being distributed via iTunes. The update which weighs in around 230MB is listed as build number 5F136. The iPhone 2.1 contains the following updates as listed by Apple: decrease in…
Review: Macessity LowKey
I noticed the Macessity LowKey on PicoCool recently and was stunned. The product photos showed an elegant solution to a pair of major problems: the lack of a good place to slide my iMac's keyboard when not in use and the difficult placement of the…
Apple Notebook Refresh October 14?
Many Mac users have long been anticipating a complete fresh to Apple's notebook lineup and past rumours have pointed towards this possibility, now it appears that the updates could be just over one month away. In a brilliant write-up of yesterday's music related announcements, Daring…
CNBC Talks With Steve Jobs Following "Let's Rock" Event
Steve Jobs sat down yesterday with CNBC reporter Jim Goldman , the 7 minute interview covers many subjects. Although Jobs didn't wish to discuss his health on interview he did talk to Goldman off camera. "Steve Jobs is healthy, was taken by surprise by all…
iTunes HD TV Downloads Include SD Version
It has been revealed that the $2.99 going towards an HD episode from the iTunes store is buying more than originally thought. Ars Technica is reporting that upon downloading an HD episode of a TV show, the SD version is also downloaded for use on…
Apple Posts iPod nano and iPod touch Adverts Online
Apple has just posted the two new iPod adverts to its website. The iPod nano advert shows all nine colours of nano flying in and resting on a surface while paints runs off the bottom of the screen, ending with the phrase "nano-chromatic". The iPod…
Apple Ships New iPod Headphones, Adds Note Recording on iPod
During Apple's "Let's Rock" event the company announced two new sets of iPod headphones and additionally announced the ability to record voice notes on the iPod. The first set of new headphones are similar to the standard earbuds that ship with all iPods but have…
iPod touch 2.1 Firmware Available
After yesterday's announcement that iPod touch users would be the first to receive the 2.1 software update it became a desperate wait for Apple to unleash the download to the world. Late Tuesday night iPod touch users began receiving the update which adds many of…
Apple Updates iPod classic and shuffle
Apple today updated the iPod classic and quietly adjusted the iPod shuffle. The new lineup includes the iPod shuffle in four vivid new colors starting at just $49 (£32) and the iPod classic in one slimline model with 50 percent more capacity for the same…
iPhone 2.1 Firmware Update Coming Friday
Apple today announced that the iPhone 2.1 software update will be available this coming Friday as a free update. According to Apple, the update will address: Battery life issues Dropped calls Lots of Bug fixes Backing up to iTunes App crashes
Apple Posts QuickTime Stream of "Let's Rock" Media Event [Update]
Apple has posted a QuickTime stream of today's "Let's Rock" special event. During the event company CEO, Steve Jobs introduced, brand new iPod nanos , a revamped iPod touch and iTunes 8 . [Update] A 700MB download is now available to download in Podcast form.
Updates: QuickTime 7.5.5, Front Row
QuickTime 7.5.5 QuickTime 7.5.5 includes changes that increase reliability, improve application compatibility and enhance security. QuickTime 7.5.5 for Windows QuickTime 7.5.5 for Leopard QuickTime 7.5.5 for Tiger Front Row 2.1.6 This Front Row update provides improved iTunes 8.0 compatibility and bug fixes.
Over 100 Million Apps Downloaded from App Store
During today's keynote speech Steve Jobs stated that Apple has distributed over 100 million applications via the App Store since July 11. More than 3,000 applications are currently available on the App Store, with over 90 percent priced at less than $10 and more than…