Alle JustMac-News vom 12.03.2011

HTC Droid Incredible 2 smiles pretty for the camera, shows off its fresh VZW tat

It hit Verizon's system a few weeks ago and now it's hitting a white corner for some pictures, showing VZW branding no less. It's the US-spec version of the Incredible S, said to be running Android 2.2 but word is that Gingerbread will be on-tap before it ships. The rest of the specs on this four-inch slab line up with what we've learned before, meaning the only question now is the all-impo

12.03.2011 23:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Some Reports of Backlight Bleeding on iPad 2

Engadget points out that some iPad 2 owners are experiencing excessive levels of light bleeding or leaking out around the edges of the screen, most notable when viewing a dark image/video. This is not the same issue as the Yellowing seen on s

12.03.2011 23:50 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

iPads in Short Supply as Online Orders Pushed to 3-4 Weeks

iPad 2s arriving at Apple Store (thanks Caleb) The iPad 2 launched to long lines on Friday and selling out in many locations. Based on reader reports, there are still pockets of stock in various locations, but a large number of locati

12.03.2011 23:50 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

Details vom Innenleben des iPad 2

iPad 2 Wi-Fi TeardownGeklebt, nicht gestecktDie Kollegen von iFixit.com haben das neue iPad 2 seziert und hochauflösende Fotos online gestellt. Anders als beim iPad 1, dessen Gehäuse von Klammern zusammen gehalten wird, ist das des neuen Modells verklebt und lässt sich nur mühsam mit einer Heissluftpistole öffnen - wovon natürlich dringend abzuraten ist. Beim Arbeitsspeicher handelt es sich, wie bereits allseits vermutet, um 512MB LPDDR2 RAM von Samsung. Die NAND-Speicher stammen von Toshiba. Die neuen Akkupacks sind mit 25 Wattstunden nur minimal stärker, als die des Vormodells. Neu ist auch der A5 Prozessor (APL0498), mit zwei Rechenkernen und (weiterhin) 1 GHz Taktfreqenz und

12.03.2011 23:05 Uhr, Geek Out, Permalink

iOS 4.3 Sicherheitslücke erfordert Update

Kaum eine Firmware-Version lässt Apple aus, ohne Hacker mit dem Erfolgserlebnis einer Sicherheitslücke zu belohnen. Auch das kürzlich vorgestellte iOS 4.3 enthält eine solche im mobilen Browser Safari. Immerhin war der Hacker Charlie Miller so nett und informierte Apple über die Schwachstelle. Cupertino verspricht nun, sehr bald nachzubessern und die Lücke mit einem Update auf

12.03.2011 23:05 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Didn't get an iPad 2 yet? Some tips for would-be buyers

I don't know how long the lines were at your local Apple Store yesterday, but TUAW is getting word that a lot of locations sold out of the most popular models very quickly. Taking a look at the online Apple Store, shipping dates for current purchases are now in the

12.03.2011 22:20 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Adobe Flash Player leaks for Motorola Xoom, we go hands-on (video)

March 18th may seem like an eternity if you expected your Motorola Xoom to come with Adobe Flash on day one. But you know what? If you put your trust in a mysterious file f

12.03.2011 22:20 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Erdbeben und Tsunami in Japan [11. Update]

12.03.2011 22:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

iPad 2 shipping times slip again, this time to 3-4 weeks

When Apple started selling the iPad 2 online early yesterday morning, shipping times were within 3-5 days. Within hours, those same shipping times slipped to a long 2-3 weeks. Now, just over 24 hours since the iPad went on sale, iPads 2 shipping times from the online Apple Store are now sitting at 3-4 weeks. This applies to both the Wi-Fi and 3G models. Given the massive lines from last night, and the fact that many people went home without being able to get an iPad (or the one they wanted), I'm not surprised at all surprise

12.03.2011 21:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

New phase-change memory gets boost from carbon nanotubes, puts PRAM claims to shame

We've been hearing about the potential flash killer for years, and now a team of University of Illinois engineers is claiming that its new phase-change technology could make the PRAM of our dreams look quaint by comparison. Like so many groundbreaking discoveries of late, carbon nanotubes are at the heart of the this new mode of memory, which uses 100x less power than its phase-change predecessors. So, how does it work? Basically, the team replaced metal wires with carbon nanotubes to pump electricity t

12.03.2011 21:35 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Apple begins shipping iPad 2 orders for March 17 delivery

Multiple reports of shipments of the first wave of iPad 2 orders has begun, with delivery estimates noting an expected delivery date of March 17.

12.03.2011 21:35 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

iPad 2 ship times slip to 3-4 weeks, most stores at sell out

Demand for the iPad 2 became more evident on Saturday as the online Apple Store and retail stores saw worsening supply. The online portal is now quoting three to four weeks' shipping time for any new iPad 2 order, regardless of the model. Apple had already been quoting two to three weeks within just a few hours of starting to accept online orders on Friday.

12.03.2011 21:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Info: iPad 2 bereits zerlegt in seine Einzelteile

12.03.2011 21:20 Uhr, apfelkraft.ch, Permalink

My top 3 apps: Brian Brushwood

Brian Brushwood is a magician (he doesn't pull rabbits out of hats -- he's a "bizarre" magician more likely to pull a card out of his abdomen or eat fire) and host of Scam School and NSFW. We caught up with Brian at CES in January and he told us his top 3 apps. Brian's apps are: Livestrong

12.03.2011 21:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Das Innenleben eines iPad 2

Während für die meisten Benutzer lediglich Bedienung und Design eines Gerätes von Interesse sind, so gibt es doch auch viele, die mehr über die technischen Details wissen möchten. Nach der Vorstellung eines neuen Apple-Produkts vergeht meist nur wenig Zeit, bis iFixIt (oder Kodawasarian) das jeweilige Gerät in Einzelteile zerlegen und eine Bildergalerie veröffentlichen. Dies ist jetzt auch beim iPad 2 geschehen. iFixIt demonstriert, wie

12.03.2011 21:05 Uhr, MacTechNews, Permalink

GarageBand for iPad: A look under the hood

Apple's release of GarageBand for iPad has, in a small way, rocked my world. There have been a few admirable attempts at multi-track recorders, but this US$4.99 app from Apple takes the cake. The best part is that it's not just a musicians tool; anybody with half an ear for a tune can start composing great-sounding tracks from the moment they launch the app. When I was a kid, I had a Tascam 4-track, an acoustic guitar and a general MIDI synth. I spent hours, even days at a time playing with them. If I'd had this back then, I might never have left the house. With an array of built-in instruments and an eight-track recorder, you don't even need to plug anything in to start rocking. That's not to say you can't, I've had d

12.03.2011 20:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Dear Aunt TUAW: How can I tame iOS with my Apple Wireless Keyboard?

Dear Aunt TUAW, It would give me great comfort if I could rest my head on your bosom of knowledge and have you answer this troubling question. Auntie, why isn't there better support for the Bluetooth keyboard on the iPad? I mean love my keyboard (no not as much as you Auntie silly) but all I can use it for is typing. I mean, I should be able to use the navigation keys in the Safari browser? Like scrolling up/down/etc. Hotkeys when in the Springboard or in an app? How about games using the keyboard for controls (ASWZ) as an option? None of that works. I know, Auntie. You're gonna bring up attach rates, but instead can you please talk to Uncle Steve and have him get on this? Your loving and devoted Nephew, Kevin C

12.03.2011 20:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Chris Bangle, former BMW designer, bringing his deconstructivist ways to Samsung devices?

That's the E65 7 Series up there, considered by many to be as ugly a car as they come. It's the product of one Chris Bangle, Chief Designer at BMW for most of the '90s and '00s, who strove to give cars a futuristic, deconstructivist design that didn't always find favor among car buyers who were still stuck in an orderly present. Now we actually are in the future and, well, that rear-end still isn't looking any better, but Bangle did pave the way for more dramatic stylings in modern cars. He stepped away from the auto industry two years ago and now we're hearing that he's movi

12.03.2011 19:35 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

iTunes Karten bei Müller und Rewe im Angebot

Rund vier Monate war nun Pause mit iTunes Karten-Angeboten von Supermärkten und Drogeriemärkten.Doch jetzt beginnt der Frühling und die Angebote von iTunes Karten gehen wieder los.Müller macht den Anfang:Die 25 Euro iTunes Karte ist schon für 20 Euro zu haben. (20 % Rabatt)Wer keinen Müller-Drogeriemark in der Nähe hat, kann entweder auf das Rewe Angebot:25 Euro iTunes Gutschein für 21,50 Euro (15 % Rabatt)Die Angebote starten jeweils am 14. März und dauern bis zum 19. März.

12.03.2011 19:05 Uhr, Sevenmac, Permalink

Liveblog from SXSW: Can indie iPhone game development survive?

SXSW Interactive has just begun and I'm sitting in a panel with a group of rock star game devs (well, some are more designers, and Alan Knitwoski is not a dev, but a business guy): Stephen Broumley, Peter Franco, David Kalina, Heather Kelley, Alan Knitowski. They will attempt to answer the question of whether independent game developers can still make games profitably. First question: What is indie? If you are a small shop and acquired by EA (as happened to Franco), are you still indie? Jeff Broumley defines it as "funded yourself." Part-time developer David Kalina says it means you are in control of your own decisions (as opposed to a publisher or investor). Heather says it also represents a spirit -- being able to do what you want to do and having financial control. For Knitowski, it's also about bein

12.03.2011 18:20 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Windows 7 Service Pack 1 bringt Probleme mit sich

Das kürzlich erschienene erste Service Pack von Windows 7 scheint in einigen Fällen Probleme mit sich zu bringen, welche dazu führen, dass sich betroffene Rechner nicht mehr starten lassen. Das Problem tritt allerdings nur in Ausnahmefällen auf und betrifft die meisten Privatanwender nicht.

12.03.2011 18:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

GarageBand für iPad im Test – komplettes Tonstudio auf dem Tablet

Mit GarageBand aus dem iLife-Paket hat Apple schon viele Hobby-Musiker für Stunden am Rechner gehalten. Jetzt mit der iPad-Version will der IT-Riese aus Cupertino die Anwender auf die Couch locken. Ob das was wird, erfahrt ihr in unserem Review. In der Keynote zum iPad 2 wurde nicht nur die zweite Generation des Tablet-Computers vorgestellt, sondern

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

Report: Time Capsule

update and configuration tips

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: Snow Leopard

Mac App Store and VAT

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: Printing

envelopes, postcards and labels

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: MobileMe

more than calendars changing?

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: iTunes 10

update problems; album artwork

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: iPhone/Touch Platform

iOS 4.3 update; recovering from recovery mode; microscope hack

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: Hard Drives

power requirements; Hitachi performance; Seagate Momentus XT reliability

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: Applications

Quicken, Crossover and Checkbook

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: iPad 2

buying experiences and an iPad 2 teardown, plus more about Verizon fees and GPS

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Report: Apple

elimination of pre-Intel Mac software; plus development issues; Java support; application support in Windows; user interface color; Aperture and Image Capture; etc.

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Napster pioneer may buy Warner label to push digital music

Napster founder and early Facebook shepherd Sean Parker is helping to make a bid that may see him having some control over one of the very music labels that tried to shut him down, insiders said late Friday. He was reportedly teaming up with investors Ron Burkle and Doug Teitelbaum to buy Warner Music Group. While his own personal worth wouldn't be at stake, AllThingsD understood his interest was in a letter attached to the start of the bidding process.

12.03.2011 18:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Panasonic shows off solar-powered wireless charging table

Why settle for a simple solar-powered table when you can have a table that's solar-powered and a wireless charger? While you can't get one just yet, Panasonic will apparently be selling this stylish bit of tech-laden furniture by the end of this year or early next year (in Japan, at least), which will let you charge your Qi-compliant devices simply by placing them on the table. It'll also be supplying the requisite battery packs for some of its phones at the same time, though there's few other specifics to be had at the moment. Of course, even if it does actually hit the market

12.03.2011 17:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Update für Windows Phone kommt Ende März

12.03.2011 17:50 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Erdbeben und Tsunami in Japan [10. Update]

12.03.2011 17:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Patentprüfung verzögert Novell-Übernahme

12.03.2011 17:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

AOL will demnächst viele Arbeitsplätze abbauen

Der US-amerikanische Internetkonzern AOL hat sich angeblich das Ziel gesetzt, zahlreiche Mitarbeiter ausstellen zu wollen. Betroffen sind unter anderem 200 Angestellte von Online-Redaktionen. Ursprünglich (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltWikileaks-Informant spricht über Haft-SchikanenReporter ohne Grenzen: Ehrung für tunesisches BlogGoogle: US-Senat will Marktmacht untersuchen

12.03.2011 17:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Store News zeigt Mac App Store Preisänderungen, Instagram jetzt mit Tiltshift-Effekt & Updates: Notizen vom 12.3

Store News zeigt Mac App Store Preisänderungen Der Mac App Store glänzt nicht gerade mit Übersichtlichkeit, daher kommt dieser Tipp sicher vielen Recht: Mit der kostenloses App “Store News“* lässt sich zumindest ein Blick auf Preisänderung halten. Die App aktualisiert sich alle 15 Minuten, und listet dann die neu geänderten Preise. [via aptgetupdate] Instagram jetzt

12.03.2011 17:20 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

US-Gericht: Twitter muss Infos über Wikileaks-Helfer rausgeben

12.03.2011 17:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Pwn2Own: Sicherheitslücken in iOS & Blackberry OS

Im Rahmen des diesjährigen Hackerwettbewerbs 'Pwn2Own' war es Teilnehmern möglich, kritische Sicherheitslücken in den beiden Mobilbetriebssystemen iOS und Blackberry OS aufzudecken. Das bedeutet, dass die (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltPidgin 2.7.11: Freier Multimessenger für viele NetzeiOS 4.3: Apple sichert In-App-Käufe besser abSpezielle Angry Birds-Version zum St. Patrick's Day

12.03.2011 17:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

USA ein Schurkenstaat im DNS?

12.03.2011 17:05 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Schneller im Web unterwegs dank Nutzung alternativer Nameserver

Viele haben sich sicherlich schon einmal über folgenden Umstand gewundert: Man verfügt über eine 16.000er DSL-Leitung oder eine andere Art von schnellen Internetzugang und trotzdem bauen sich Websites recht langsam auf. Doch wie kann so etwas sein? Mit 16.000 Kilobit pro Sekunde müssten sich etwa 1,5 bis 2 Megabyte pro Sekunde auf den Rechner laden

12.03.2011 16:35 Uhr, apfelnews, Permalink

Researchers create microscopic disposable camera to see up in your guts

It's true, a team of researchers have created a one-cubic-millimeter throwaway camera, and if they have their way, it could be peeking inside you in the next year. The new tiny shooters, which sport a 250 x 250 pixel resolution, are created using a streamlined process in which the lens and sensor wafers are affixed before being cut into a series of 28,000 little cameras -- eliminating the need to mount and wire each one individually. This new mode of production cuts back on cost significantly, allowing physicians to throw away the little guys after routing around in your intestines. According to the camera's creators, their

12.03.2011 16:20 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Erdbeben und Tsunami in Japan: Live-Berichte im Internet [10. Update]

12.03.2011 16:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Three Little Pigs and the Secrets of a Popup Book brings a new twist to the genre

Three Little Pigs and the Secrets of a Popup Book (US $3.99) from Game Collage LLC brings something new to interactive children's books on iOS. The original book was published in 1904 and illustrated by L. Leslie Brooke, a popular illustrator of the time. Along with the usual wheels, tabs and spring loaded animated object that move things around, they included X-Ray Goggles (really a tappable button), that lets you see the gears, clockwork, springs and pulleys that make the animations work on most of the pages. This fits in well with the t

12.03.2011 16:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Nokia sieht Risiken durch Microsoft-Deal

12.03.2011 16:05 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Instapaper: Version 3.0 macht das Lesen rund

Die Lese-App Instapaper (3,99 Euro, App Store-Link) war schon bisher unser stetiger Begleiter. Wir nutzen die App als eine Art Zwischenspeicher, um Inhalte später lesen zu können. Evernote (kostenlos, App Store-Link) dagegen verwenden wir als dauerhaftes Archiv. Das aktuelle Update der Instapaper-App verhilft uns nun zu einem idealen Workflow. mehr

12.03.2011 15:35 Uhr, justapps.de, Permalink

Erdbeben und Tsunami in Japan: Live-Berichte im Internet [9. Update]

12.03.2011 15:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

3D-Digicams hoch im Kurs

12.03.2011 14:50 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

iPad-Hülle im Test: Wo ist der Tablet-Computer?

Nennt man das iPad einen E-Reader, werden die einen schimpfen: Eine Beleidigung für Apples Tablet Computer, er ist mehr als ein Lesegerät! Die anderen werden sagen: Echte E-Reader sind besser als das iPad geeignet, um Bücher zu lesen! Wie man dazu auch steht und was man mit dem iPad auch macht: Mit einer noblen Hülle

12.03.2011 14:50 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Poll: is your iPad 2 backlight bleeding? (video)

Now that many of you have collected and used your second generation iPad tablets for a few hours, we're starting to see the inevitable reports of defects. Thus far, two issues have bubbled to the surface. The first issue -- yellow spots beneath the LCD glass -- is reminiscent of the same fresh-from-the-factory iPhone 4 issue that resolved itself just as soon as the bonding agent used for the LCD glass had time to evaporate. The second issue, which is being conflated with the first, is related to light bleeding through from the outer edges of the LCD panel. The bleeding is most noticeable when watching a movie or using an app with a dark

12.03.2011 14:35 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Twitter verschärft Entwicklerrichtlinien

Der „Micro-Blogging“-Dienst Twitter hat seiner Richtlinien für Entwickler überarbeitet und dürfte damit bei diesen auf wenig Gegenliebe stoßen. Zukünftig sollen keine Drittanbieter-Applikationen mehr zugelassen werden, die lediglich eine „Kopie“ der offiziellen Twitter-Apps darstellen.

12.03.2011 14:35 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

iPad 2 in Einzelteile zerlegt

Nur wenige Stunden nachdem ein paar glückliche Käufer ihr Wunschmodell des neuen iPad 2 ergattern konnten, machte sich iFixIt ans Werk, das schlanken Apple-Tablet in seine Einzelteile zu zerlegen. Zum Vorschein kamen leichtgewichtige und platzsparende Einzelteile, technische Raffinessen und jede Menge Klebstoff.Besonders stolz schien Steve Jobs bei der Ankündigung seines neuesten Lieblingsspielzeugs auf den Gewichtsverlust

12.03.2011 14:35 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Twitter möchte keine Apps von Fremdherstellern mehr

Bei der Fülle an Twitter-Apps im App Store weiß man manchmal kaum noch, wofür man sich entscheiden soll. Anders als in vielen bisher bekannten Fällen, in denen Apples Zulassungsrichtlinien vielen Apps den Weg in den Store verwährt haben, sorgt der Mikroblogging-Dienst nun selbst für eine Begrenzung von verfügbaren Clients – offiziell aus gar nicht

12.03.2011 14:20 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

Internetkompetenz der Politiker fraglich

12.03.2011 14:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

480-Core-Server mit ARM-Prozessoren

12.03.2011 14:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

iPhone navigation in the back country

I've written before about navigating with the iPhone, and the differences between having the maps on board your phone versus downloading them over the air. The differences were readily obvious on my recent photo trek to the Monument Valley area on the Arizona and Utah border. 30 miles south of Kayenta, I fired up the Garmin GPS app. It needs an internet connection to work, and none were available. In that part of the country, AT&T has nothing, so when I had any signal at all, I was roaming. You can see the resu

12.03.2011 14:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

“Persönlicher Hotspot”: Telekom reicht Zusatzinfos nach

Für viele User dürfte das neue Feature “Personal Hotspot” wohl die wichtigste Neuerung am iOS 4.3 darstellen. Endlich ist es möglich, sein Apple Smartphone iPhone 4 unterwegs als WLAN-Hotspot für zusätzliche Apple Geräte zu nutzen. Die Deutsche Telekom reicht zu dem angeschnittenen Thema nun weiterreichende Infos für ihre Kunden auf ihren Service Seiten nach. Unter

12.03.2011 13:35 Uhr, apfelnews, Permalink

JailbreakNews: Apple schließt Shatter und Limera1n Lücke im iPad 2!

Was als schlimmste Folge angenommen wurde ist nun eingetroffen. Nachdem iH8sn0w bereits entdeckte, dass Apple mit der neuen iPad 2 Hardware aktuell den Limera1n Exploid geschlossen hatte reicht das iPhone DevTeam ebenfalls die schlimme Nachricht weiter, dass auch Shatter unbrauchbar geworden ist. Es heißt also wieder frisch ans Werk zu gehen und fleißig nach neuen

12.03.2011 13:35 Uhr, apfelnews, Permalink

Google-Nutzer im Visier von Hackern

12.03.2011 13:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Windows Phone Marketplace erreicht 10.000 Apps

Die Größe des Windows Phone 7 Marketplace von Microsoft hat eine neue Marke überschritten: Nur viereinhalb Monate nach Marktstart lassen sich jetzt Apps aus einer Auswahl von über 10.000 Spielen und Anwendungen herunterladen.

12.03.2011 13:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Foursquare tries out an NFC-based check-in system at its HQ

There's not exactly a lot of details on this one, but Business Insider discovered something of a surprise while touring Foursquare's New York headquarters for launch of Foursquare 3.0. It turns out that the company is already testing out an NFC-based check-in system at its HQ, which lets those with a suitable phone (such as a Nexus S) share their location simply by tapping it against a blue dot on the wall. Unfortunately, there's no indications on any plans to actually expand it beyond its own HQ, although you can bet that it's pretty high up on the list of inevitable things or the company.

12.03.2011 13:05 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Erdbeben und Tsunami in Japan: Live-Berichte im Internet [8. Update]

12.03.2011 13:05 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Canon zeigt Interesse an Intels „Thunderbolt“

Intel kann einen weiteren namhaften Interessenten für die Ende Februar vorgestellte Schnittstellentechnologie „Thunderbolt“ verbuchen, die unter dem Codenamen „Light Peak“ entwickelt wurde. Dabei handelt es sich um Canons Konzernsparte für Videoprodukte.

12.03.2011 12:35 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Reviews: Bare Bones Software BBEdit

BBEdit is an all-purpose text editor. It is very simple on the surface and easy to use for anyone who wants to produce clean text on a daily basis, but capable of handling complex work for HTML professionals or software developers. It offers find and replace options and a scratchpad for moving blocks of text or reworking code without opening another window. It also has text completion for quick ad

12.03.2011 12:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Twitter: Alternative Clients unerwünscht

12.03.2011 12:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

iOS 4.3.1 samt wichtiger Sicherheitsverbesserung soll sehr bald erscheinen

Das nächste iOS-Update könnte bereits in wenigen Tagen erscheinen. Angeblich wird sich Apple mit der Freigabe beeilen um dann eine Sicherheitslücke zu schließen, die beim Pwn2Own-Wettbewerb demonstriert wurde. Betroffen ist die Mobilversion von Safari. Erneut war es Charlie Miller, der als erster eine Sicherheitslücke aufspüren konnte. Seinen Angaben zufolge ist er aber bereits mit Apple in Kontakt getreten um den Exploit vorzuführen, mi

12.03.2011 12:20 Uhr, MacTechNews, Permalink

Security firm warns lack of iOS 4.3 update leaves iPhone 3G vulnerable

Security company Sophos is warning iPhone 3G and older iPod touch owners that their devices could be vulnerable to attack following Apple's decision not to make the iOS 4.3 update available to them. In addition to AirPlay improvements and iTunes Home Sharing, the iOS 4.3 update fixes a number of security holes, but it's only available for the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, the iPad and more recent iPod touch models. "[I]f you have an earlier iPhone or iPod touch your device is probably vulnerable to attacks which exploit these security holes, and there is no official patch available for you to protect yourself. That's bad news for the many people who still have an iPhone 3G, for instance," says Graham Clu

12.03.2011 12:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Probleme mit "Windows 7 Service Pack 1" bekannt

Nach der Veröffentlichung des ersten Service Packs (SP) für Windows 7 und Server 2008 R2 häufen sich Meldungen über Probleme in diesem Zusammenhang. Allerdings scheint es dazu nur unter bestimmten Bedingungen (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltWindows '8': 32-Bit-CPUs werden weiter unterstüztPidgin 2.7.11: Freier Multimessenger für viele NetzeXnView 1.98 Beta2: Funktionsreicher Bildbetrachter

12.03.2011 11:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Samsung Galaxy Tab's WiFi-only version rumored to cost $399, arrive on April 4th

Shocking as it might be, we still haven't had a Galaxy Tab from Samsung that rocks nothing but the WiFis, though that seems about to finally change. The 3G-deprived 7-inch Tab, promised for Q1 2011, has slipped on its schedule a little and looks set to now hit retail in the first week of April, at the admittedly appealing price of $399. Now, we all know the tablet market of April 2011 is shaping up to be extremely rich on machines with high specs, large screens and

12.03.2011 11:35 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Colorfire „XStorm HD 6850“ bricht 3DMark-Rekord

Der hierzulande recht unbekannte Hersteller Colorfire, ein Tochterunternehmen von Colorful, hat mit der „HD 6850 XStorm“ eine speziell für Übertakter ausgelegte Grafikkarte auf den Markt gebracht. Diese konnte nun auch gleich den 3DMark-Vantage-Rekord der HD 6850er brechen.

12.03.2011 11:35 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

iPad 2- Unboxing Videos

Das iPad 2 ist seit letzter Nacht (deutscher Zeit) endlich verfügbar. Nachdem der große Massenansturm in erster Linie hauptsächlich nur vor den großen Apple Retail Stores stattfand und die Geräte wohl auch ausreichend auf Lager waren finden nun die ersten Unboxing Videos ihren Weg zu YouTube. Der deutsche Blogger Sascha Pallenberg von netbooknews konnte in

12.03.2011 11:05 Uhr, apfelnews, Permalink

iPad 2: Ausverkauft nach wenigen Minuten

Die Schlangen vor den 236 US-amerikanischen Apple-Stores brachen zum Start des iPad 2 alle Rekorde. Nur wenige Minuten nach dem Startschuss wurden die geduldigen Fans jedoch vielerorts enttäuscht. Apple hatte auch große Stores nur mit geringen Stückzahlen versorgt und musste viele Wartende mit leeren Händen nach Hause schicken. Frustrierte Fans vermuten dahinter ein bewusstes Rarmachen

12.03.2011 11:05 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Visualized: Schumacher's F1 racing Mercedes, exploded drawing style

Even if you're not into race cars, well, you can appreciate the museum-quality beauty of this, can you not? Hit the source for more photos.Visualized: Schumacher's F1 racing Mercedes, exploded drawing style originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 12 Mar 2011 04:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

12.03.2011 10:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Zweifel an der Internetkompetenz von Politikern

Die deutschen Politiker stoßen mit geplanten Gesetzen zur Regulierung von Internet und Medien immer öfter auf Widerstand aus der Bevölkerung. Ein Beispiel hierfür ist die Debatte um Netzsperren. Eine Umfrage des Branchenverbandes BITKOM zeigt nun, dass kaum Vertrauen in die Internetkompetenz der Politiker vorhanden ist.

12.03.2011 10:35 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Browser Comparison Between Original iPad and iPad 2

TiPb offers this nice comparison video showing the improvements in the iPad 2 web browser over the original iPad. The original iPad came with only 256MB of RAM as compared to 512MB found in the iPhone 4. This relative lack of ram was consi

12.03.2011 10:35 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

[iOS] Dungeon Hunter 2 heute nur 0,79 Euro

Für Dungeon Hunter 2 hatte Publisher Gameloft eine “Fight The Price”-Aktion auf Facebook gestartet: Sie war erfolgreich – die Community hat auf der Facebook-Seite oft genug abgestimmt, so dass das beliebte Action-RPG Dungeon Hunter 2 am heutigen Samstag 24 Stunden lang zum Preis von 0,79 € erhältlich ist. Dies gilt sowohl für die Version für

12.03.2011 10:35 Uhr, Macinplay, Permalink

iPad 2: Ausverkauft nach wenigen Minuten

Die Schlangen vor den 236 US-amerikanischen Apple-Stores brachen zum Start des iPad 2 alle Rekorde. Nur wenige Minuten nach dem Startschuss wurden die geduldigen Fans jedoch vielerorts enttäuscht. Apple hatte auch große Stores nur mit geringen Stückzahlen versorgt und musste viele Wartende mit leeren Händen nach Hause schicken. Frustrierte Fans vermuten dahinter ein bewusstes Rarmachen

12.03.2011 10:35 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

iOS 4.3: Apple sichert In-App-Käufe besser ab

Der Hard- und Softwarehersteller Apple sichert mit der kürzlich veröffentlichten neuen Version des hauseigenen mobilen Betriebssystems iOS 4.3 die Transkationen innerhalb von Applikationen deutlich besser ab. (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltKonsolen: Xbox 360 erneut vor Wii & PlayStation 3Ballmer: Windows wird sich weiter stark verändernSpezielle Angry Birds-Version zum St. Patrick's Day

12.03.2011 10:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

AT&T reportedly shipping iPad 2 with delivery as early as Monday

An iPad 2 customer on AT&T notes his order shipped today with free two day delivery, with an estimated arrival date of Monday.

12.03.2011 09:50 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Google: US-Senat will Marktmacht untersuchen

Mit der Marktdominanz des Internetkonzerns Google will sich nun angeblich der US-Senat näher auseinandersetzen. Es soll geprüft werden, ob Google die Ergebnisse seiner Internetsuche beeinflusst. Letztlich (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltKabel BW will den Schritt an die Börse wagenWikileaks-Informant spricht über Haft-SchikanenReporter ohne Grenzen: Ehrung für tunesisches Blog

12.03.2011 09:35 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Swiftech betritt erneut den Luftkühlermarkt

Nachdem Swiftech den Luftkühlermarkt verlassen und sich auf Wasserkühlungen konzentriert hatte, steigt man nun mit dem Polaris 120 erneut in das ursprüngliche Geschäft ein. Nach eigenen Angaben möchte man mit dem Produkt das High-End-Segment erreichen.

12.03.2011 09:35 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Götterdämmerung in der (Medien)Pädagogik: Wenn Computer zum selbstverständlichen Werkzeug werden

Im dritten Teil unserer Miniserie zum Thema Lernen mit Macs melden sich zwei Pädagogen zu Wort, die die Potentiale von Internet und Apple-Gerät in der Jugendbildungsarbeit nicht nur kennen, sondern anwenden. Eike Rösch und René Scheppler kommen aus der Medienpädagogik und der schulischen Praxis und zeigen, dass die pädagogische Praxis deutlich weiter ist, als

12.03.2011 09:35 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

Erdbeben und Tsunami in Japan: Live-Berichte im Internet [7. Update]

12.03.2011 09:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Yahoo behebt IMAP-Problem mit Microsoft-Smartphones

12.03.2011 09:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

[Mac] Defense Grid im Mac App Store

Virtual Programming bietet seinen Tower-Defense-Bestseller Defense Grid nun auch im Mac App Store an. Für knapp 20 Euro könnt Ihr Euch das Spiel saugen, das in unserem Test ganz hervorragend abgeschnitten hat und seinen Mitbewerber Hordes of Orcs 2 ganz deutlich hinter sich lässt. Lest die Tests, und dann schlagt zu! Defense Grid Hersteller: Virtual

12.03.2011 09:35 Uhr, Macinplay, Permalink

Rewind - Ausgabe 266 erschienen

Ab sofort steht die 266. Ausgabe unseres wöchentlichen Magazins Rewind zur Verfügung. Wie immer können Sie die aktuelle Ausgabe über MacRewind.de lesen und dort auch im umfangreichen Archiv stöbern. Folgende Themen werden in der aktuellen Ausgabe behandelt: Praxistest: Arcam rCube Lautsprecherdock Tools, Utilities & Stuff [list]booq: Ready for iPad 2 Gut geblitzt: Light Sphere Collapsible Kits Lowepro: Fototasche nicht nur für

12.03.2011 09:20 Uhr, MacTechNews, Permalink

Dungeon Hunter 2 für iPhone und iPad reduziert

Gameloft hat am heutigen Samstag das Action-Rollenspiel Dungeon Hunter 2 im Preis reduziert. Sowohl die Version für iPhone und iPod touch als auch die HD-Fassung für iPad sind davon betroffen. Dungeon Hunter 2 (Affiliate) kostet nur heute 79 Cent statt sonst 5,49. Die HD-Version (Affiliate) gibt es ebenfalls günstiger. Die Preissenkung ist das Ergebnis des

12.03.2011 09:05 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

Xoom gets USB host functionality, no thanks to Motorola or Google

The Xoom may have gotten a slight software update last night to prepare it for its long-awaited Flash playing capabilities, but some of the folks over at SlateDroid have an even more impressive -- though much less official -- update, bringing USB host functionality to Moto's slate. Tinkerer-extraordinaire roebeet is the man to thank, granting Xoom owners the ability to read media from USB drives, essentially giving you a limitless amount of storage

12.03.2011 08:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

iPad 2 sells out in many locations after stoking hours-long lines

Many retail partners sold out their very limited iPad 2 inventories on launch day, but a variety of well stocked Apple Stores ran out of many or all models as well after a launch extravaganza that maintained hundreds of people in hours-long lines throughout the evening.

12.03.2011 08:50 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Spezielle Angry Birds-Version zum St. Patrick's Day

Die Entwickler aus dem Hause Rovio haben eine neue Season-Version des bekannten Spiels Angry Birds für Android und das iPhone veröffentlicht. Nach Halloween, Weihnachten und Valentinstag gibt es nun eine (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltNeue Playstation-3-Firmware bringt Cloud-FeaturesXbox LIVE: Microsoft geht gegen Points-Betrug vorKonsolen: Xbox 360 erneut vor Wii & PlayStation 3

12.03.2011 08:35 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Weiterer Crysis-2-Trailer zum Nanosuit

Ein wesentlicher Teil des Gameplays von Crysis 2 ist der sogenannte Nanosuit. Er verleiht dem Spieler übermenschliche Fähigkeiten und macht ihn unter anderem stärker, schneller und unsichtbar. Als Teil der Marketingkampagne für den Shooter hat EA einen weiteren Trailer veröffentlicht, der unter dem Motto „Be fast“ steht.

12.03.2011 08:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

iPad 2 first impressions: Steve Sande

For those of you who were watching at 7 PM ET today as I was livestreaming the iPad 2 line and purchase process at the Aspen Grove Apple Store in Littleton, Colorado, I ended up buying a 32 GB white iPad 2 with AT&T 3G. The lines at Aspen Grove were longer for the iPad 2 than for probably any Apple launch I've seen at this location. I'd estimate that by the time 5 PM rolled around, there were 400 - 450 people in line. However, my six-hour wait in line with fellow TUAW blogger Erica Sadun was fruitful, as both of us came away with iPads in our

12.03.2011 08:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

iFixit zerlegt das iPad 2

Mittlerweile hat es sich ja nahezu eingebürgert, dass man neue Produkte aus dem Hause Apple direkt nach dem Verkaufsstart zerlegt, um auch das Innenleben des Gerätes einer eingehenden Prüfung zu unterziehen. Die Kollegen von iFixit haben sich natürlich auch dem, seit gestern erhältlichem iPad der zweiten Generation gewidmet und konnten somit bereits einige interessante Details

12.03.2011 08:05 Uhr, apfelnews, Permalink

XnView 1.98 Beta2: Funktionsreicher Bildbetrachter

XnView ist ein kostenloser Bildbetrachter, der eine Vielzahl nützlicher Funktionen zur Bearbeitung und Verwaltung von Bildern bietet. Zu seinen Stärken gehören die große Anzahl an unterstützten Formaten sowie (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltBallmer: Windows wird sich weiter stark verändernWindows '8': 32-Bit-CPUs werden weiter unterstüztPidgin 2.7.11: Freier Multimessenger für viele Netze

12.03.2011 07:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

How would you change Dell's Inspiron Duo?

We aren't ones to knock a company for throwing convention to the wind, and frankly, we were downright excited to see how Dell's Inspiron Duo would revolutionize our mobile lives. During our own review, we found the design to be top-notch and the build quality to be world-class, but the sluggish performance, annoying software overlay and lackluster UI didn't exactly earn it any brownie points. Enough about us, though -- this is your time to shine. If you bit the bullet and picked one of these multifaceted laptops up, we're interested in hearing how you'd change things. Would you ditch the swiveling LCD? Would you prefer a dual-boot setup as found on the ViewPad 10? How's the hardwar

12.03.2011 07:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

PlayStation Suite kommt für alle Tegra-2-Geräte

Der Grafikkartenspezialist und Hersteller der Tegra-2-Plattform Nvidia hat sich zu Sonys PlayStation Suite geäußert. Damit hat nach der Ankündigung Ende Januar der erste Hardware-Hersteller eine verbindliche Aussage bezüglich der Kompatibilität getätigt.

12.03.2011 07:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Unsung iPad 2 feature: New SIM ejector tool

By now we all know about the iPad 2's A5 processor, its redesigned case, its front and rear-facing cameras. Here's a feature I haven't seen anyone mention yet: the iPad 2 has a new SIM ejector tool. You can see the new tool on the right side of this photo, compared with the original ejector tool on the left. The new tool looks much less like a custom bit of forged (liquid?) metal and more like a heavily-modified paper clip. There's a small gap in the metal between the pokey bit at the end and the part you grasp, and overall the metal looks to have a much duller (some might even call it cheaper) finish. It's a minuscule alteration that most people might never even notice, especially given that you might use this tool perhaps once or twice over the life of your device. I

12.03.2011 07:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Pidgin 2.7.11: Freier Multimessenger für viele Netze

Pidgin, vormals Gaim, ist ein kostenloser Multi-Messenger. Mit ihm ist es möglich, mit Freunden und Bekannten über fast alle bekannten Protokolle zu kommunizieren, darunter AIM, ICQ, MSN, Yahoo, IRC, Jabber, (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltKein Vertrauen in Internetkompetenz von PolitikernSETI: Alien-Suche bald auch mit dem SmartphoneWindows '8': 32-Bit-CPUs werden weiter unterstüzt

12.03.2011 07:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Survey says 70% of first iPad 2 buyers own original iPad

A small survey of customers waiting in line to buy the iPad 2 on Friday revealed that 70 percent of those surveyed already own the first-generation iPad, while 20 percent of respondents planned to purchase the 3G model.

12.03.2011 06:35 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Twitter to developers: we want to own the pipes, water, and faucets, but feel free to make soap

An announcement by Ryan Sarver, a member of the platform team at Twitter, could spell bad news for makers of third-party apps that access the growing social network and new ones looking to get in on the action. In a move that will inevitably cause quite a ruckus among developers and tweeters alike, Twitter has essentially decided that no new apps should be developed "that mimic or reproduce the mainstream Twitter consumer client experience." He goes on to say that existing apps will continue to function, but that the bar will be raised in terms of quality and consistency. Specifically, he cites differences across apps in terminology for core functions like @-replying and trending topics as

12.03.2011 06:05 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

NewerTech unveils NuShelf mount for minis, time capsules

Following on from their previous NuShelf mount for the older Mac Minis, Newer Technology has introduced the NuShelf Mount for the 2010 Mac Mini or Apple Time Capsule, and is aimed at owners who would like to save desktop space or better secure those items under a desk, shelf or cabinet. The new NuShelf version retains open access to ports, cooling vents, power buttons and the underside as well as the front of the Mac mini, and uses a thicker laser-cut acrylic to support heavier loads.

12.03.2011 05:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Long iPad lines continue at some Apple Stores, many go home empty-handed

As midnight approaches on the East Coast of the US, long lines for the iPad 2 remain at some Apple Stores. The image above shows the line at the 5th Avenue store in New York City just before 11 PM local time, with dozens of people still waiting outside the store well after nightfall. Meanwhile, on the West Coast, 9 to 5 Mac reports severe supply constraints in certain models of iPad 2, with many line waiters either having to pick a model other than the one they originally sought, or worse, going home empty-handed altogether. Mark Gurman reports that Apple doesn't seem to be limiting device per person purchases, with one customer walking out with six AT&T-model iPad 2s.

12.03.2011 05:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Impressions and Screenshots of 'Infinity Blade' on iPad 2

Touch Arcade has been putting the new iPad 2 through the paces, testing out what few iPad 2 specific games that have been released so far. On Infinity Blade, they post an extensive comparison gallery between the original iPad and iPad 2.

12.03.2011 05:35 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

BlackBerry PlayBook launch-date palooza: tablet to finally drop in mid-April?

A round of leaks today has potentially pinpointed the second week of April as the launch window for RIM's slick seven-inch PlayBook. An email purportedly sent out by Sears up in Canada confirms earlier echoes, informing buyers that the device will up for grabs on April 10, with preorders possibly beginning as soon as tomorrow. On top of that, an image from Staples' backend sent to Crackberry pegs a 33-day count down to start on the 15th, which lines up nicely with another leaked shot denoting an "ad date" of April 17. We've also received an unconfirmed tip from a Sprint rep saying that the PlayBook would be landing on the 15th, along with an a smattering of cases and a stylus? Finally, we've been sent shots of some PlayBook

12.03.2011 04:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Wozniak: Apple can function 'pretty well' without Jobs

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak told the press in Singapore that Apple can continue without the day-to-day presence of CEO Steve Jobs, Bloomberg is reporting. Wozniak also described Jobs' latest medical leave of absence only a "partial" leave, since Jobs is still involved in major strategic decisions and has even issued press releases and hosted the introduction of the iPad 2 while on medical leave.

12.03.2011 04:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Extra-long iPad 2 lineups lead to estimates of 500,000 sales

Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster saw headcounts from long iPad 2 lineups as a sign that Apple may have had breakthrough launch day sales. He believed 400,000 to 500,000 iPads had sold based on increases at multiple Apple stores, especially flagships. The lineup at the 5th Avenue store in New York City had 1,109 in line on opening versus 730 for the original iPad; Minneapolis' Mall of America store more than tripled its lineup, from 105 to 334.

12.03.2011 04:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

iFixit tears down iPad 2

We love the iFixit team and their singleminded dedication to getting their mitts on the latest, greatest Apple gear -- just so they can take it all to pieces. Tonight's piece de disassemblement is, of course, the iPad 2; you can see their complete takeapart here. Not too many surprises in the new build, although now the front panel is glued to the case (on the original iPad, it was clipped in), making it harder to disassemble. The new bits of hardware (cameras and gyroscope, along with the magnets and sensor for the Smart Cover) were all identified, cataloged and photographed. iFixit tears down iPad 2 origi

12.03.2011 04:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Windows Phone 7 marketplace hits 10,000 apps, WP7 updates still way outnumbered

It's a milestone in the life of any OS: the day you reach that magical 10,000 app number. Windows Phone 7 is the latest kindred soul to achieve the feat, accomplishing the task in just over four and a half months. For some perspective, it took the Android Market 11 months to hit five figures, and 142 days for the iTunes app store to do the same. Microsoft's been adding around 1,000 apps a week since it hit 5k right before the New Year, and as of late that rate's been picking up. Congrats WP7 devs, you've officially issued more software updates than Microsoft itself. Your move Microsoft, we're still waiting for copy & paste.

12.03.2011 04:05 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

iPad 2, Smart Cover unboxing and early hands-on

We left the Apple store this afternoon with an iPad 2 and have given it an early shakedown along with its frequently joined-at-the-hip companion, the Smart Cover. The iPad itself instantly feels much smaller and lighter; although the dimensions haven't changed much, in practice it's much easier to hold in any orientation. The dual-core processor and extra RAM are noticeable, too, and even casual tasks like Google Maps are faster; the JavaScript improvements in iOS 4.3 are only part of the story.

12.03.2011 04:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Impressive lines suggest first day iPad 2 sales could hit 500k, analyst says

Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster increased his first day sales estimate for the iPad 2 to an upper range of 500,000 units after initial demand surpassed his expectations, with some Apple retail stores drawing 104 percent longer lines than last year's launch.

12.03.2011 03:50 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

iPad 2 linewalk videos: NYC and Austin, TX

It's not high-concept, as videos go: an admittedly shaky walk around the block or down the street to gauge the number of hardy souls willing to stand and wait for something they could just as easily have shipped to their front door. Nevertheless, we salute the line-standers, and it is in their honor that we share these clips with you: a brisk linewalk at NYC's iconic 5th Avenue store, and one at the pop-up store in Austin for SxSW. Enjoy! Continue reading iPad 2 linewalk videos: NYC and Austin, TX

12.03.2011 03:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Survey shows the many advantages of virtual offices (beyond the ability to work sans pants)

Those of us who do almost all of our work from the comforts of our homes will not be surprised by what follows, but the rest of the world should take note. A new survey of directors of 600 small to medium sized business reveal that upper-management sees major benefits of so-called "virtual office" work environments. So what are those advantages? Well, no shockers here, chief among the perceived advantages are lowered costs, flexibility for employee (such as the ability to hire people in different geographic locations), and cutting down on pollution and commute times and costs. In fact, over half of businesses reported a cost savings of arou

12.03.2011 02:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

More iPad apps on sale, now and through the weekend

So you've picked up your brand new iPad and you need some new apps to install on it? You're in luck -- developers have seen your problem coming, and they'd like to offer you their apps specifically, at a discounted price of course. We posted about some iPad 2 sales yesterday, but there's a whole bunch more on today, and most of these will be running throughout the rest of the weekend. Coming in at just a buck, there's Worms HD,

12.03.2011 02:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

West coast Apple Stores begin iPad 2 sales

MacNN has received reports that a large lineup is forming outside the San Francisco Apple Store in the downtown district, swelling from an earlier estimate of 140 people (quoted by AppleInsider earlier today) now stretching over four city blocks in length. Sunny weather in the city has allowed customers wanting an iPad 2 to begin the traditional lineup later than their east coast counterparts, where it was still raining earlier in the day following a massive rainstorm Thursday night, with well over 500 people in line nonetheless. Other cities are also reporting long

12.03.2011 02:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Backstage: Quick Update on Early iPad 2 Case Compatibility

If you’re looking for a real case for your iPad 2, good news: we’ve had a chance to test not only Apple’s iPad Smart Cover for iPad 2, but also iKit’s Carbon Case for iPad 2, Targus’s 360-Degree Rotating Stand Case for iPad 2 and LuxMobile’s Protekto for iPad 2, and they all fit. According to our case reviewer Nick Guy, the best of the bunch is iKit’s Carbon Case, a rubber and hard plastic case that manages…

12.03.2011 02:35 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

iPad 2 von innen: iFixit nimmt neues Apple-Tablet auseinander

Keine Stunde, nachdem an der Ostküste der USA das iPad 2 in den Apple Stores zu haben ist, machen sich die Schrauber von iFixit daran, das gute Stück auseinander zu nehmen. Ergattert haben sie das Wi-Fi-Modell mit 16 GB und eine kleine Unsicherheit sei gleich zu Beginn aufgeklärt: Das iPad 2 hat tatsächlich 512

12.03.2011 02:05 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

iPad 2 shipping in two to three weeks

If you've been dying to get your hands on an iPad 2, but didn't have the forethought or wherewithal to stand in line for one, then get ready to wait, because Apple's online store is showing delays of up two to three weeks for the slate. You can go ahead and order one now, but there's a chance you won't get your hands on the slab until April -- unless, of course, one of these guys is waiting in line to buy you a gift.

12.03.2011 01:50 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

iPad 2 Yellow Screen Tinting Likely to Go Away Like iPhone 4?

iPhone 4 discoloration A few readers have noticed a yellow tinting on their brand new iPad 2 screens. The color changes are reminiscent of a similar issue that appeared on early iPhone 4 shipments. At the time the issue was described

12.03.2011 01:50 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

News: iPad 2 teardown: modestly updated battery, A5 revealed

iFixit is in the process of posting its iPad 2 teardown, and has found several small changes inside. Most notably, the iPad 2 uses a 3.8V, 25 watt-hour battery, compared to the 3.75V, 24.8 watt-hour battery in the original. Multiple Broadcom chips were found inside the device, including a Microcontroller, capacitive touchscreen controller, and a combination Wi-Fi/Bluetooth chip. Finally, the A5 processor inside iFixit’s unit had manufacture…

12.03.2011 01:50 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

iPad 2: Teardown auch von iFixit – Highres Fotos!

Auch iFixit hat bereits ein iPad 2 in die Hände bekommen und zerlegt es in diesem Moment fein säuberlich seine

12.03.2011 01:35 Uhr, BENM.AT, Permalink

Peel works as universal remote and TV service on your iPhone

I sure thought we'd covered Peel here before, but I guess not (maybe I was thinking of that iPod touch add-on -- the "Apple" name certainly invites lots of fruit imagery). Either way, it's worth mentioning that the interesting Peel TV solution for the iPhone is now available for purchase. For $99, you get the Peel "fruit" unit that sits wirelessly by your television and transmits to it with infrared. And then you can also download the free app that both works as a universal remote, and watche

12.03.2011 01:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

iPad 2: Teardown als Livestream von iFixyouri

Die Reperaturspezialisten von iFixyouri zerlegen gerade live ein neues iPad 2. Free live streaming by Ustream ben for BENM.AT, 2011.

12.03.2011 01:20 Uhr, BENM.AT, Permalink

iFixit has an iPad 2, and they're ripping it apart

It only took a few short hours for iFixit to get its hands on an iPad 2 (the WiFi variety), and of course, they immediately started to tear it apart. It's a necessarily delicate task, but they're making progress as we speak, and here are the first things that jump out to us: there is much less open space inside the iPad 2 than the original model, and the battery is very large. There aren't any huge surprises in here internally yet, but it's got the 1GHz A5 CPU, and 16GB of Toshiba TH58NVG7D2FLA89 NAND Flash. Like we said, they're still at it with this one, and we'll update at they do. Until then

12.03.2011 01:20 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Live teardown of Apple's iPad 2 underway

Immediately after Apple's release of the iPad 2 on Friday, iFixit began a teardown of Apple's iPad 2, discovering a slight increase in battery capacity compared to the original iPad.

12.03.2011 01:20 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

NASA and Ad Astra team up to test VASIMR plasma rocket in space

Plasma propulsion may very well be our ticket to visit those little green men on Mars, which is why NASA is becoming besties with Ad Astra, makers of the VASIMR VX-200 plasma rocket. After successful terrestrial testing, the next step is to try out a VF-200 flight model in space -- and a new agreement gives NASA engineers access to VASIMR while letting Ad Astra leverage NASA's spacecraft expertise to get it into orbit. The plasma rocket was assumed to be destined for use on the International Space Station because it require

12.03.2011 01:05 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Forum roundup: iPad 2 order conversations and more

Today is the big iPad 2 release day and MacNN forum goers have begun sharing stories about their iPad 2 orders in this thread. Also this week iOS 4.3 was released and the discussion continues about the changes made.

12.03.2011 01:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Miller wins Pwn2Own again with iPhone 4 exploit

Hacker Charlie Miller, who has repeatedly won the CanSecWest "Pwn2Own" security competition in Vancouver, seems to enjoy owning Apple products -- but mainly by winning them after demonstrating a security vulnerability. Miller, who has previously compromised an (original) MacBook Air and has since focused mostly on vulnerabilities in Webkit and Safari, used that technique again this year to compromise an iPhone 4, thus winning it. The exploit Miller used has been blocked in the release of iOS 4.3, but the vulnerability in Webkit still exists, he told ZDNet.

12.03.2011 01:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

iPad 2 teardown shows slightly better battery

iFixit on Friday conducted a teardown of the Wi-Fi iPad 2 providing hard details of the tablet. The still-in-progress look revealed that the battery is slightly higher capacity than on the old model, at 25Wh versus 24.8Wh, despite the new frame being much thinner. Its design is dominated almost entirely by the pack where it used to be just the largest part.

12.03.2011 00:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

BOOKback for iPad and iPhone offers sleek scratch protection

The BOOKback from DODOcase is an adhesive fabric skin for the iPad (original and iPad 2) and iPhone 4. It feels nice (think Moleskine notebook), is easily re-positioned and looks good to boot. I spent two weeks with a BOOKback on my iPhone 4 and 1st-g

12.03.2011 00:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Permalink

Forscher schicken 10,2 Tbit/s über Glasfaser

Forscher des Fraunhofer Heinrich-Hertz-Instituts in Berlin haben in Zusammenarbeit mit der Technischen Universität Dänemark einen neuen Weltrekord für die serielle Datenübertragung via Glasfaser aufgestellt. Damit übertrafen sie den ebenfalls durch das Instituts im Jahre 2006 aufgestellten alten Weltrekord von 2,56 Tbit/s.

12.03.2011 00:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

iPad 2 Unboxing Photos and Video

The first customers have received their iPad 2s after standing in line for much of the day. Some of the first photos from an unboxing are provided here: PCMagazine also had a good unboxing and review video of t

12.03.2011 00:20 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

iPad 2 Teardown Underway

The iPad 2 has only been out for about an hour, but the folks at iFixit already have a 16 GB Wi-Fi model in hand and are tearing it down to see just what's inside the revamped version of Apple's popular tablet device. While iFi

12.03.2011 00:20 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

iPad 2: Der Verkauf ist gestartet

Vor knapp einer Stunde ist der Verkauf des iPad 2 gestartet, die ersten Ausverkäufe werden vermeldet – und die Schlangen an der Westküste werden länger. Der Ansturm auf das iPad 2 ist definitiv weniger schlimm als der auf die erste Generation, so viel lässt sich sagen. Dennoch läppern sich die Menschenmengen vor den Apple Stores:

12.03.2011 00:05 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE, Permalink

News: First iPad 2 unboxing photos posted

iLounge has posted full unboxing photos for the iPad 2. Additional unboxing photos of the Smart Cover and Apple Digital AV Adapter will be coming soon. Click here to view our Flickr gallery.

12.03.2011 00:05 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink