Daily Archives: June 5, 2012

Remains of the Day: Rise of the machines

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The iPhone may get another prepaid offering, many Macs might be getting makeovers, and Woz may be getting even more … eccentric. Continue reading →

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WWDC 2012 Banners: "Where great ideas go on to do great things."

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Apple has already started decorating Moscone with banners in preparation for WWDC 2012. The first banners show a collage of app icons and the wording: “WWDC2012: Where great ideas go on to do great things.” The annual developer’s conference kicks off on Monday with a Keynote Address. Apple is expected to introduce a number of new products and likely preview iOS 6. Thanks Nelson Continue reading →

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Apple updates MainStage live app to version 2.2.2

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Apple has updated it’s live performance virtual-instrument and sound effects app MainStage to version 2.2.2, fixing some 14 issues mostly related to stability and compatibility along with general program issues. The update improves compatibility with the VAX-77 keyboard, and resolves a patch issue where patch lists weren’t updated to VAX and Axiom keyboards if the keyboard lost and then regained connection after launching the program…. Continue reading →

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Matthew Modine signs on to play John Sculley in jOBS biopic

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Veteran actor Matthew Modine has been added to the cast of the upcoming jOBS biopic and will be playing the role of former Apple CEO John Sculley, who many recognize as being the man who “fired” Steve Jobs from his own company. Continue reading →

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Hands on with Pris camera app for iOS

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Pris is a new camera app for iOS, with a focus on composition and gestures. Senior editor Dan Moren takes a first look at the offering. Continue reading →

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Poll: Nearly three out of four consumers want an iPad

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A new study out from ChangeWave Research holds good news for Apple and, and troubling news for other tablet makers. The iPad remains the overwhelming favorite among consumers, with nearly three out of four survey respondents indicating that they prefer Apple’s tablet, while no other manufacturer manages to hit double digits. The report’s findings are especially bad for Amazon, as they suggest that the Kindle Fire’s sales plummet earlier this year was commensurate with a decline in consumer interest…. Continue reading →

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Mophie Juice Pack Pro rugged iPhone 4 case unveiled

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Mophie announced its largest battery case compatible with the iPhone 4 and 4S — the Juice Pack Pro. The case has been tested against military specification MIL-STD 810G, and boasts a 2,500 mAh capacity lithium-ion polymer battery. The polycarbonate and silicone case increases the dimensions of the iPhone to 5.26 inches long, 2.78 inches wide, and 1.02 inches thick — more than three times as thick as a stock iPhone 4. All models of iPhone 4 and 4S on any carrier are compatible with the case…. Continue reading →

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Mac Pro to Finally See Updates Next Week

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Shortly after word that Apple had pulled Mac Pro stock from their retail stores, 9to5Mac has been able to track down new retail part numbers for Mac Pro updates that they believe to be due next week. MD770LL/A – K5BPLUS,BETTER, BTR-USA MD771LL/A – K5BPLUS,BEST,BTR-USA MD772LL/A – K5BPLUS,ULTIMATE,BTR-USA Pricing is said to be “similar to current Mac Pro models”. The new models come in three configurations: two standard versions and a third with OS X Server. We had long been tracking the possible Intel chips that could find their way into the new Mac Pros. It wasn’t until March, 2012 that Intel had released new Xeon E5 chips that Apple could use to upgrade their long-stagnant professional tower. The Mac Pro was last updated almost two years ago in July 2010. Apple had been said to be questioning the future of the Mac Pro line, given diminishing market appeal for the processional tower. Apple will be holding the Worldwide Developer’s Conference (WWDC) next week and is rumored to be making other Mac hardware introductions. Continue reading →

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TechHive: Kickstarter Spotlight: iPad airplane stand and two AirPlay audio receivers

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In this installment of Kickstarter Spotlight, we take a look at an iPad stand that connects to a closed airline tray table, and two competing AirPlay audio receivers. Continue reading →

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Mac Pro in-store pickup inventory slips ahead of WWDC

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Apple’s aging tower computer is seeing a drought of in-store availability with many stores quoting new stock shipments on June 12, which could mean that a refresh of the long-in-the-tooth PC is imminent and may be announced at WWDC next week. Continue reading →

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