Alle JustMac-News vom 13.04.2009

Kindle 2 users complain of eye strain, mull over possible solutions

You know how it is: Amazon refreshes the Kindle, makes some upgrades, and everybody's happy. Almost. It seems that a small but vocal minority is really, really not into the way that fonts are rendered on the new device. For real. Y'see, the newest iteration of the e-reader sports font smoothing algorithms and sixteen levels of gray (as opposed to four levels on the original). For sure, these enhancements make for prettier pictures, but on the downside it causes text to blur significantly when displaying fonts in the smallest three sizes. If you're one of the disgruntled Kindle 2 owners looking for some relief for your tired eyes, there are a couple options available to you. You might want to try the Unicode Fonts Hack,

13.04.2009 23:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Apple offers ‘Special Limited Time Pricing’ on certified 8GB and 16GB iPod nano models

Effective today, Apple Store has "Special Limited Time Pricing" on certified 8GB and 16GB iPod nano units

13.04.2009 23:35 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Advanced Photo Recovery salvages audio, photo, video

Disk Doctors has released Advanced Photo Recovery, a new media utility. The software attempts to salvage files which have otherwise disappeared after deletions; a particular focus is on RAW photos, including formats from camera makers such as Canon, Nikon, Sony, Leica, Hasselblad and others. More universal photo formats supported include JPEG, GIF, PNG and TIFF.

13.04.2009 23:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Neue iTunes-Preise krempeln die Charts um

Die Einführung variabler Preise für Musikdownloads bei iTunes (und in den USA inzwischen auch bei Amazon) sorgt nicht nur für einen Rückgang der Einzeltitelkäufe, sondern hat auch direkte Auswirkungen auf die Verkaufscharts. Das Billboard-Magazin hat sich die iTunes-Charts in den Tagen nach der Einführung der neuen Preisgruppen angesehen und einen Trend dahingehend ausgemacht, dass der Anteil der 1,29 Euro-Titel abnimmt, dafür vermehrt 99 Cent-Titel platziert sind. Eine derartige Entwicklung war sicherlich absehbar, es ist dennoch interessant, sich diese Konsequenzen vor Augen zu halten. Nun bleibt abzuwarten, ob sich die Kunden an die neuen Preise gewöhnen und der Anteil der 1,29 Euro-Titel langfristig wieder ansteigt.

13.04.2009 23:20 Uhr, iFun.de, Permalink

Systemax may snap up Circuit City name

PC builder and retailer Systemax may revive the Circuit City name through a deal, a court filing shows (PDF). Already the owner of TigerDirect and recently CompUSA stores, the company is in the running for bids on Circuit City's name before May 11th and would pay as much as $6.5 million to acquire both the brand name itself and the rights to run the Circuit City website. It's not known which oth

13.04.2009 23:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Review: Darkness for iPhone

Bjango’s world clock app tells you what time it is around the world, but with features not available in the iPhone’s default clock offering.

13.04.2009 23:05 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Netflix on the lookout for gaming platforms engineering guru

We've heard whispers of Netflix heading to other, non-Xbox 360 game consoles before, and now adding to the susurrus is a job listing from the company for Engineering Lead - Gaming Platforms. The description calls for someone familiar with the technical hurdles of current-gen consoles for building a small team to "rapidly prototype and iterate on a variety of platforms." Whether or not this means we'll be seeing PlayStation 3 or Wii services in the near (or even distant) future is anyone's guess, but with Microsoft's version so far a

13.04.2009 22:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

When good browsers go bad—and they all do

Browsers, Web standards, and publishing tools have all gotten better. So why are Web pages still breaking? Computerworld's Robert L. Mitchell looks at why Web pages stray from WC3 standards.

13.04.2009 22:50 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Apple’s iPhone Push Notification: Will small developers be able to afford it?

Push was the big buzz this past March. That's when Apple finally announced its long awaited push notification

13.04.2009 22:50 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Kraken Opus promotes special-edition Prince iPod

Luxury book publisher Kraken Opus is now selling a new special-edition iPod touch, the Prince Opus. The player is provided alongside a book of photographs of the funk and R&B singer, selling for a considerable $2,100. Only 950 units of the iPod are being made available, whose exterior features a purple front, and a back with a laser-etched Prince logo.

13.04.2009 22:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Filling in PDF forms

It's tax time and you've got a load of tax forms in PDF format to fill in. What's the best way? Not Pages.

13.04.2009 22:35 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Virginia to use iTunes U in new education initiative

The state of Virginia has implemented new education initiatives that include iTunes U and a call to developers to create iPhone apps.

13.04.2009 22:35 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Stolzer Preis: Prince-Buch und iPod für 2100 Dollar

Der Prince Opus ist ein Bildband um den amerikanischen Musiker Prince mit beeindruckenden Hard-Facts: Über 200 Seiten im Format 30 x 50 cm, in Leder gebunden und mit einem Gesamtgewicht von 17 Kilo. Wer eines der auf 950 Exemplare limitierten Bücher sein eigen nennen will, muss umgerechnet rund 1600 Euro locker machen. Im Preis inbegriffen ist dann abe rauch ein ebenfalls streng limitierter Prince-iPod touch, gefüllt mit einem Live-Konzert des Popstars in Form von Audio- und Videodateien. (via Engadget)

13.04.2009 22:35 Uhr, iFun.de, Permalink

Apple to sell $899 20-inch aluminum iMac to schools

Apple this week quietly announced plans to begin selling an aluminum 20-inch iMac configuration to qualified educational institutions for just $899, effectively closing the book on the white 17-inch legacy model that had previously assumed a similar role.

13.04.2009 22:35 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Touchstone dock for Palm Pre to run $69.99?

Sick of Pre rumors? We certainly hope not, because some magical font of believable Pre data seems to have started gushing fresh information recently with no signs of slowing down. Latest to the table is a sticker price for the Touchstone dock, an inductive charger that'll work with a special magnetized non-stick battery cover for the Pre to juice your baby's batteries without a plug -- and it looks like you're going to have to pony up some serious cash for the pleasure. Screens on some computer somewhere deep inside Sprint are apparently pegging the Touchstone at a stiff $69.99, which is an awful lot to pay to simply charge your phone in style; cool, sure, but $70 worth of cool?Filed under:

13.04.2009 22:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Utah becomes first state in U.S. to offer government service via Apple iPhone app

Francine A. Giani, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Commerce announced today

13.04.2009 22:20 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Palm Pre seen live, gets support for May 17 date

The Palm Pre has been spotted in a rare glimpse of the smartphone outside of press events and has received supporting evidence that it may be available in mid-May. A set of photos from San Francisco's Bring Your Own Big Wheel Race shows two people using them outside of the controlled conditions. They claim to have been testing the Pre for "several weeks" and say that the software quality has imp

13.04.2009 22:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Neuer iPod shuffle: Bauteile für 22 US-Dollar

Der iPod shuffle wird ähnlich wie alle neu erscheinenden Apple-Geräte einer intensiven Analyse unterzogen. Dazu gehört traditionellerweise auch die Auflistung der Preise der Einzelteile durch die Analysten von iSuppli. Das Ergebnis für den neuen iPod shuffle: Rund 22 US-Dollar kosten die

13.04.2009 22:06 Uhr, Apfeltalk, Permalink

AOpen rolls out XC Encore OE700 media PC

It's been a little while since AOpen last popped up on our radar, but the company certainly hasn't stopped cranking out tiny media PCs in the interim, and it looks like it might have a winner on its hands with its new XC Encore OE700 model. While the core specs of your choice of Core 2 Duo processor and up to 4GB RAM aren't exactly anything remarkable, the system does employ a number of measures to ensure it stays as quiet as possible, including a Smart Anti-Vibration System that dampens hard drive noise, and a new case design dubbed SNSS (or Smart Noise Suppression System) that promises to keep all the other noises in check. You'll even get a home theater-friendly VFD display and, of course, a Media Center compatible remote c

13.04.2009 22:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Nikon D5000 with articulating display leaks out on Japanese retailer's site

Oop, it looks like Japanese retailer Softmap pulled the trigger on its Nikon D5000 page a little early -- it went briefly live earlier today, confirming that the rumored DSLR with articulating 2.7-inch display is indeed real, and most likely set to be announced at tomorrow's Austrian press event. Apart from the movable screen, it looks like the D5000 will be a pretty hot blend of the D60 and D90, complete with D-movie mode, 11-point AF system, and ISO 3200 sensitivity, all for a body-only price of ¥76,320 ($762). Whether or not that pricing will make it to the US and tempt would-be

13.04.2009 22:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Microsoft COO Turner: Windows Vista the most secure OS on the planet, including Mac OS X and Linux

Remarks by Kevin Turner, chief operating officer for Microsoft, at The MidMarket CIO Summit

13.04.2009 21:50 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Buy.com posts sale of unlocked iPhone 3Gs

Online vendor Buy.com is now selling unlocked 16GB iPhone 3Gs, a listing at the site indicates. The phones are in detail described as "never-locked" models, able to connect to any GSM carrier in the US, including T-Mobile. Buyers are moreover said to be able to use the phones without the restrictions of hacked devices, such an inability to sync with iTunes or download official firmware updates.

13.04.2009 21:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

JVC intros 1080p GD-463D10 3D LCD monitor in Japan

Not that JVC's been avoiding the 3D bandwagon or anything, but it has yet to formally introduce a 3D HDTV to really take advantage of the in-home 3D revolution that 3D backers just swear is right around the bend. The GD-463D10 is a 46-inch LCD HDTV with a native 1,920 x 1080 resolution, 2,000:1 contrast ratio, twi

13.04.2009 21:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Forrester: Apple iPhone corporate users happier, more productive

While some corporations have worried about the ability to secure and manage iPhones

13.04.2009 21:35 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

iPhone apps: iQuarterback, Doomsday, Number Rumble

iQuarterback ($1) is a football game where players take the role of a quarterback and must hit various targets around the field. The game features three different difficulty levels, college, pro and all-star along with a practice mode for improving skills. Players have one minute to score as many points as possible and then they may compare their scores to other players around the world with the o

13.04.2009 21:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Palm Pre launching no earlier than May 16 according to leaked doc?

We've been made privy to some Sprint planning documentation that implies that the carrier is looking to get all its Pre ducks in a row by May 16, which would suggest that there's no way in hell it's launching any earlier than that. Ultimately, that could mean we're looking at a launch on the 17th -- a Sunday, as Sprint launches often are -- or any time after that, but since Palm continues to reaffirm its first half commitment, we'd say that we're now down to a window between 5/17 and 6/30. Awesome.Filed under: CellphonesPalm Pre launching no earlier than M

13.04.2009 21:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Steve Jobs still involved in Apple's operations, as promised

Steve Jobs has been on a leave of absence since January, but reports say he remains involved in Apple's operation.

13.04.2009 21:05 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Nikon D5000 tipped by Japanese store?

Nikon's rumored entry-level D5000 DSLR may have been confirmed today by a brief posting of a product page (since concealed) at Japanese retailer Softmap. The listing supports the existence of a swiveling, 2.7-inch LCD and suggests a major upgrade over the D60 as a whole, including a movie mode, 11-point autofocus (up from just 3) and light sensitivity up to at least ISO 3,200.

13.04.2009 21:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Palm Pre spotted just minding its own business in San Fran?

We can't vouch for the authenticity of these shots, but the fact that there's fully five of them posted certainly lends some element of legitimacy. What's more, the first half '09 window is still very much confirmed by Palm, so let's be honest: there pretty much have to be Pres floating around in some circles at this point. We didn't necessarily anticipate "some circles" to mean "two peeps chilling at San Francisco's Bring Your Own Wheel race," but hey, whatever works. Catch another glorious shot in the wild after the break.[Via Boy Genius Report]

13.04.2009 20:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Dell Adamo review

From the beginning, Dell's Adamo line of laptops have been anything but status quo. Starting with the company's viral "leaks" on phony fashion sites, straight on to the weird launch / non-launch at CES, and culminating with a burst of PR boasting the systems' surprisingly low-powered internals and freakishly high price-point, it's been nothing if not noteworthy. Now we've finally had a chance to see how Dell's answer to the MacBook Air (and X301 for good measure) performs in the real world. The big question? Is this beauty worth the time an

13.04.2009 20:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Gespräche mit dem Handy legen stark zu

In Deutschland wird immer mehr mit dem Handy telefoniert. Die Summe der Gesprächsminuten hat sich stark erhöht, von insgesamt 136,5 Milliarden Minuten im Jahr 2007 auf rund 150,2 Milliarden Minuten im Jahr 2008. Damit telefonierte jeder Bundesbürger im vergangenen Jahr rund 30,5 Stunden mobil, eine Steigerung von rund 10 Prozent.

13.04.2009 20:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Steve Jobs to return bearing Multi-Touch™ Mac tablet?

OK, let's not mince words here. I've had Apple netbook/tablet on my brain for weeks

13.04.2009 20:05 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

HP MediaSmart Server LX195 lights up in leaked images

Not even two weeks have passed since we first spotted HP's 640GB MediaSmart Server LX195 in boxed form, care of Mr. Blurrycam, and now we've got what appears to be a couple of official press photos. Stylish aesthetics aside, it's sporting four USBs, an ethernet port, and DC input for a power brick. What we're not seeing is any way to swap out or add storage, so it looks like that "single drive server" speculation might be on the money. Speaking of which, the company still hasn't made this official, and as such, there's no word on pricing or availability.[Via

13.04.2009 19:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Advanced Photo Recovery utility released

Disk Doctors has released a Mac version of their Advanced Photo Recovery utility.

13.04.2009 19:50 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Sights set for second Chicago Apple Store

A location has been chosen for the site of Apple's second retail store in Chicago, a city publication reports. The company has cemented a $700,000 annual lease for land at the corner of North, Clybourn and Halsted, formerly the home of a gas station. In doing so Apple should be able to build a shop measuring some 15,000 square feet, designed by local firm and frequent Apple partner Bohlin Cywins

13.04.2009 19:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Toys Deal: 1TB Western Digital $93 w/free shipping

From the Toys section: Amazon today offers the 1TB Western Digital Caviar Green 7200 RPM hard drive with 32MB of Cache for $93 with free shipping.  That's the lowest price we've seen on this highly rated 5 star hard drive.  In fact, it is the highest rated hard drive on Amazon.

13.04.2009 19:36 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

News: Kraken Opus bundles Prince-themed iPod with book

British publisher Kraken Opus is bundling a special second-generation iPod touch, which it has dubbed the Prince Opus iPod, with its Prince Opus book, a limited-edition, 280-plus page photographic essay of Prince’s 21 Nights tour. The Prince Opus iPod features a custom-colored purple front and home button, Prince’s symbol logo etched onto the rear, and comes pre-loaded with an exclusive 40-minute movie and bonus audio tracks; both the…

13.04.2009 19:35 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

Tweenbots project finds people really do care about robots, for now

We've already seen a fair bit of evidence suggesting that humans can quickly form bonds with robots, and it looks like ITP's Kacie Kinzer has now thrown some additional, adorable fodder into the mix. Apparently, she's spent the past few months sending a robot, or "Tweenbot," aimlessly wandering through New York's Washington Square Park in the hope that passers-by would take time from their busy day to help guide it from one corner of the park to the other -- or at least point it in the right direction. As you may be pleased to know, it turns out that plenty of folks were more than happy to help out the little bot, and it was even able to complete its journey in as l

13.04.2009 19:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Windows 7 looks to be sequel to Vista; 83% of businesses will not be upgrading until at least 2011

InformationWeek has been given a first-look at data collected by KACE from over 1100 sources

13.04.2009 19:20 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Obama yet to name U.S. Chief Technology Officer

The Obama administration has yet to name a Chief Technology Officer

13.04.2009 19:20 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

First Looks: AAXA P1 Pico Projector for iPod and iPhone

Developed as a tiny video protector for users of iPods, iPhones, and other portable devices, AAXA's P1 Pico Projector ($239) is a 640x480-resolution device with an integrated Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack -- good for an hour or less of display time -- an LCoS imager, and an LED light inside. Packaged with an iPhone and iPod Dock Connector cable, the P1 Pico also has a microSD slot and 1GB of integrated memory to store MP3, MP4, AVI, JPG and…

13.04.2009 19:20 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

Brionvega's retro-futurist MP3 / radio stolen from the set of Fahrenheit 451

Once again, the gang at Brionvega prove that sometimes sexy is enough. The Italian company's been doing its thing since the 1940s, and this radio is actually a refresh of a model that first debuted in 1965. The RR227 (as it's affectionately known) is pretty starightforward -- an AM / FM tuner that sports an SD card slot for MP3 or WMA playback. This bad boy also features headphone out, aux in, and a USB connection. It will run off of European mains power (Yanks will need to get an AC adapter) or, if you're picnicking with a loved one near the Seine, it also runs off batteries. Available in black, white, or red. Retails for €199 (about $260). More pics after th

13.04.2009 19:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Making a PBX 'botnet' out of Skype or Google Voice?

Google Voice has patched flaws that could be used to create a PBX botnet, according to a security researcher.

13.04.2009 19:05 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

CompUSA is back with a new retail strategy

Under new management, computer retailer CompUSA is looking to revive its fortunes by allowing customers to comparison shop on the Web while in the store.

13.04.2009 19:05 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Apple flash memory order pointing to 32GB phones?

Apple's recent order of 100 million NAND chips from Samsung included 16Gb memory, claims an analyst from Lazard Capital Markets. The order was initially thought to have only 8Gb chips, the equivalent of 1GB each in terms of storage. With more 16Gb (2GB) memory however, Apple should be in a position to release 32GB iPhones, a move widely anticipated for this summer.

13.04.2009 19:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

First Looks: Dexim Dual Dock Charger for iPhone 3G + iPod

Highly similar to Griffin's previously-released PowerDock 2, Dexim's new Dual Dock Charger ($45) is an iPod- and iPhone-ready twin charging station that's designed to do nothing more than provide power to the two devices it holds. Made entirely from plastic, the Dual Dock Charger has a light switch on its right side to glow blue -- or not -- when it's plugged into a wall adapter, and provides 500mA rather than 1A to connected devices. It includes…

13.04.2009 19:05 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

News: LeapFrog releases Number Rumble for iPhone, iPod touch

Educational gaming company LeapFrog has released Number Rumble, the company’s first game for the iPhone and the iPod touch. Number Rumble is a math game aimed at six- to ten-year-olds that helps players learn basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using numbers 1-12. It features three different game modes, including “Learn It,” in which players choose an operation, spin number wheels to create a…

13.04.2009 19:05 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

Chinatimes: Gerüchtemix zur nächsten Generation. (nano, 4Mio. & Co.)

13.04.2009 18:51 Uhr, iPhone-ticker, Permalink

GM's request for Energy Department funds on hold, Volt looks really afraid

Despite General Motors' problems, the company has affirmed, reaffirmed and swore on its life that the Volt would hit the highway in 2010 come hell, high water or insolvency. That said, we reckon coming through on that vow is going to get a lot tougher without a few more billion from the United States Energy Department. You see, GM had applied for $10.3 from the entity, and $2.6 billion of that was to be set aside for building the all-electric sedan and two derivatives of it (as well as a third hybrid model, we're told)

13.04.2009 18:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Price of Prince iPod will make doves cry

If you're a fan of the musician Prince you can purchase yourself a limited edition iPod touch commemorating the singer.

13.04.2009 18:50 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Battlefield 2 Patch 1.50 Open Beta Ende April?

Seit vergangenen Dezember wussten wir bereits vom Patch 1.50 für den Taktik-Shooter Battlefield 2 zu berichten. Im Winter 2009 sollte das Update nach einem Open-Beta-Test den Spielern zur Verfügung gestellt werden. Inzwischen ist es Frühling geworden und das Update lässt noch auf sich warten – laut Entwickler DICE aber nicht mehr lange.

13.04.2009 18:50 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Mouse cursor jumping around screen

Some users experience intermittent issues with their cursor jumping around their screen while using a mouse. Though the issue could be related to a bad mouse connection or possibly a software bug, often times the solution is much more simple.

13.04.2009 18:50 Uhr, MacFixIt, Permalink

HP MediaSmart Servers now stream MP4 files to your iPhone or iPod touch

Talking about HP's MediaSmart Home Servers always reminds us what a huge opportunity Apple is missing out on by not offering a competing product for Apple users.  A Mini-Xserve or Jumbo Time Capsule with these capabilities shouldn't be hard to produce and would be a big hit in our opinion.  But let's get to the details of how HP i

13.04.2009 18:36 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

83% of workplaces may avoid Win 7 in 2010

In spite of feature improvements, Windows 7 may face as much resistance as Vista in businesses, a study from Dimensional Research shows. An examination of about 1,100 IT managers in large businesses finds that about 83 percent of these companies plan to turn down Windows 7 during 2010, leaving just 17 percent to update sometime in the first year. About 25 percent of the total group plan an upgra

13.04.2009 18:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Nokia making a crazy Sidekick-esque phone for Verizon? (Update: looks like!)

This rumor's got more holes than swiss, but stranger things have happened, so it'll be an interesting scoop to keep an eye on nonetheless. A tipster to Boy Genius Report claims that Nokia is working on a "swiveling E71-type handset" for -- get this -- Verizon, of all carriers, featuring a full QWERTY keyboard and running Series 40. Judging from the mockup here, that sorta puts it in the same vein as the Sidekick -- a form factor most carriers and manufacturers (especially Nokia) have avoided. Given that Espoo's still basically dipping its toes in the CDMA wate

13.04.2009 18:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Kaufman raises Apple stock target to $152

Having formerly kept the figure identical for months, Kaufman Bros. has today issued a memo raising its price target for Apple stock. The target has been pushed from $120 to $152, reflecting what Kaufman suggests are several factors offering potential growth. Among these is WWDC in June, which should herald imminent shipment of the iPhone 3.0 firmware and new phones to match.

13.04.2009 18:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Engadget's recession antidote: win Radius earphones for iPhone 3G!

This whole global economic crisis, and its resulting massive loss of jobs got us thinking. We here at Engadget didn't want to stand helplessly by, announcing every new round of misery without giving anything back -- so we decided to take the opportunity to spread a little positivity. We'll be handing out a new gadget every day (except for weekends) to lucky readers until we run out of stuff / companies stop sending things. Today we've got a set of Radius Atomic Bass Black Aluminum Earphones for iPhone W/ Built-in Mic ready to rock your skull and let you chat it up. Read the rules below (no skimming -- we're omniscient and can tell when you've skimmed) and get commenting! Hooray for free stuff!Huge thanks to

13.04.2009 18:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Review: Fire Words for iPhone

Fire Words is a wonderful word game that can keep you engaged for a minute or an hour at a time.

13.04.2009 18:05 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Apple shares inch higher as pair of analysts up price targets

Shares of Apple continue to make forward progress this week with as a pair of Wall Street analysts issuing new research reports that raise their price target on the stock in light of upcoming product catalyst.

13.04.2009 18:05 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Article: iPhone Gems: Galaga Remix, Pharos IV Assault, 2XL Supercross + Zombieville USA

Every week, our gaming edition of iPhone Gems spotlights a number of titles that are especially noteworthy for iPod touch and iPhone gamers, and this week’s no exception: we’re actually very excited about one of the titles featured below, which features the best overall 3-D graphics and control engine we’ve yet seen from an iPhone OS title. This week’s games are the 2-D and 3-D space shooters Galaga Remix and Pharos IV: Assault,…

13.04.2009 18:05 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

Assassin's Creed 2: Erste Detail

Die Fortsetzung von Ubisofts Erfolgstitel Assassin's Creed spielt im 15. Jahrhundert in Italien. Was bislang nur ein Gerücht war, ist jetzt bestätigt. Außerdem tauchen im Internet erste Screenshots mit der neuen Hauptfigur Ezio Auditore de Firenze auf.

13.04.2009 18:05 Uhr, golem, Permalink

Buy.com offering Apple official unlocked iPhones for $799

Buy.com is offering an official Apple Unlocked iPhones now for $799.   This is an official Apple iPhone which isn't jailbroken.  You can do iTunes updates and not have to worry about locking your iPhone up again.  Apple warranty also applies. Strangely, they say that the iPhones may be from other countries so they might have instructions in languages besides English.  This looks like another inventory clearing measure by Apple in anticipation of upcoming new iPhone models in June.   If you've wanted a Tmobile iPhone without jailbreaking hassles/issues, now is your chance.  Or perhaps you travel a lot and want to be able to change SIM cards as you go?  Check the video on Buy.com's website.

13.04.2009 17:51 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

Commercial Times ups the ante to 3 different iPhones in June

The Commercial Times, which does have a solid iPhone prediction history (including the original iPhone), now says that they expect to see three iPhones in June.  One will be an EDGE version, likely for India (where 3G is slow to deploy) and other developing markets which may benefit from lower price points.  Another is everyone's favorite, the 3G model for Western nations.  The third is a CDMA version possibly for China anddare we sayVeriz.nope, we aren't going there (again).  This would be a blow for China Unicom which plans to have a 3G network going in May and is already running iPhone ads. The

13.04.2009 17:51 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

iPhone app record: Crash Bandicoot downloaded close to a million times, nets $4 million

If you want to see how high iPhone applications sales can go, look no further than Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart 3D, the Vivendi Games Mobile produced iPhone game.  While no official numbers have been released, Apple is saying that it is the number one all time downloaded game, ahead of

13.04.2009 17:51 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

iPod Shuffle costs $22 to make

Businessweek is reporting that the iPod Shuffle costs less than $22 to make, and Apple retails it for $70.  That is a very healthy profit margin for Apple.  Remember, getting it down to that size and making it useful without a screen took a lot of (unaccounted for?) engineering. Apple also spends more than the average MP3-maker company on marketing. a teardown doesn't account for the costs of design, software, manufacturing, or shipping, these cost estimates help fill in the blanks toward estimating the profit on each device sold. All told, the cost of the shuffle's components, the head

13.04.2009 17:51 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

Photos downloaded from MobileMe Gallery are not original file size

Release date: Mon, 23 Mar 2009 18:52:00 GMT

13.04.2009 17:50 Uhr, Apple, Permalink

Conficker worm hits University of Utah’s Windows PCs; Apple Macs unaffected

University of Utah officials say a computer virus has infected more than 700 campus computers

13.04.2009 17:50 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Apple prepping component suppliers to ship 4m new iPhones?

The shady iPhone component news chatter is starting to heat up as WWDC inches closer -- today we've got China Times saying that Apple's already placed an order for four million new iPhones to be delivered by the end of Q2. That's a whisper that lines up nicely with those earlier reports suggesting Cupertino's trying to lock down 100 million 8Gb flash chips from Samsung and p

13.04.2009 17:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

New iPod Shuffle Contains $22 Worth of Parts

BusinessWeek reports on a teardown of the new iPod shuffle by research firm iSuppli, revealing that Apple's diminutive player contains approximately $22 worth of parts.All told, the cost of the shuffle's components, the headphones, a

13.04.2009 17:35 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

Possible reasons and fixes for Time Machine slowdowns

Time Machine has been a great backup solution that has for the most part worked quite well; however it has not been without its glitches. Despite the majority of initial problems being addressed by Apple, there will be times when the backup process seems to just hang or stall out, without giving any apparent errors or notifications.

13.04.2009 17:35 Uhr, MacFixIt, Permalink

Order for 4 million new iPhones placed?

Apple has ordered the production of four million next-generation iPhones, claims the Chinese-language newspaper the Commercial Times. Delivery is expected by the end of the current quarter, ending in June, which could presage shipment to stores in late June or early July. A formal unveiling of new phones is anticipated at this year's WWDC event in San Francisco, scheduled to start June 8th.

13.04.2009 17:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

News: Report: Apple orders 4 million new iPhones, 3 different models

Apple has placed orders for four million units of new iPhone models, with delivery expected by the end of this quarter, according to a China Times report (Translated Link). The report goes on to state that Apple may introduce three distinct iPhone models, including a new 2.75G (EDGE) model, a new 3G model, and a third model created especially for the Chinese market. All three models are said to be similar in design to the current iPhone, and the report…

13.04.2009 17:35 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

iPod Shuffle costs $22 to make

Businessweek is reporting that the iPod Shuffle costs less than $22 to make, and Apple retails it for $70.  That is a very healthy profit margin for Apple.  Remember, getting it down to that size and making it useful without a screen took a lot of (unaccounted for?) engineering. Apple also spends more than the average MP3-maker company on marketing. a teardown doesn't account for the costs of design, software, manufacturing, or shipping, these cost estimates help fill in the blanks toward estimating the profit on each device sold. All told, the cost of the shuffle's components, the head

13.04.2009 17:21 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

Augmented reality on hand at museum in the Netherlands, threatens to make learning cool

This is not the most prurient example of augmented reality we've seen, and it may not have an obvious movie tie-in, but we will give it bonus points for being educational. Visitors to an exhibit titled "A Future for the Past," currently at the Allard Pierson Museum in Amsterdam, can peep context specific info and virtual reconstructions of Satricum and the Forum Romanum, superimposed on large scale photographs of each respective site. There are two types of hardware on hand -- both the MovableScreen-packin' iMac stationary display and the UMPC devices allow the use

13.04.2009 17:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Birdhouse helps you polish your Twitter posts

Birdhouse, a new iPhone application, bills itself as a "notepad for Twitter," focusing around the ability to compose and edit messages before posting them to the service.

13.04.2009 17:20 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Why Apple (AAPL) belongs in every portfolio

This 33-year-old company dominates the consumer market spaces it competes in, has no debt, and

13.04.2009 17:20 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

News: Microsoft plans touch-based Zune HD

According to new images published by Engadget, Microsoft is preparing a third-generation Zune device, presently titled Zune HD. One of the images includes a direct look at the potential device, which appears to have a wide-aspect touchscreen and an Apple-like black and silver exterior, with the rest showing abstract illustrations. Microsoft has previously targeted both the iPod classic and iPod nano with its drive- and flash-based Zunes, respectively,…

13.04.2009 17:20 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

Oster-Special: Kostenlose E-Book-Flatrate

E-Books bis zum Abwinken herunterladen: CHIP Online und eload24 machen Ihnen heute ein ganz besonderes Ostergeschenk: Eine kostenlose Flatrate für E-Books. Hunderte digitale Ratgeber zu allen möglichen Themen warten auf Sie.

13.04.2009 17:05 Uhr, CHIP, Permalink

Kaufman’s Wu issues mea culpa, boosts Apple target 26%

Kaufman Bros. analyst Shaw Wu turned around Monday and raised his price target to $152 a share

13.04.2009 17:05 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

iPhone app record: Crash Bandicot downloaded close to 1 million times, nets $4 million

If you want to see how high iPhone applications go, look no further than Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart 3D , the Vivendi Games Mobile produced iPhone game.  While no official numbers have been released, Apple is saying that it is the number one all time downloaded game, ahead of Koi Pond.  Koi Pond, the $.99 app t

13.04.2009 16:51 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

Limited edition Prince Opus iPod touch just wants your kiss (and $2,100)

While certainly not the most expensive iPod we've ever seen, the limited edition Prince Opus iPod touch is definitely amongst the priciest. Sold only as part of an ultra rare kit that includes a luxurious book of Prince photographs from Kraken Opus, this touch (of unknown capacity) comes preloaded with 40 minutes of "exclusive" footage along with a live soundtrack from Indigo Nights. Of course, it's also doused in purple and splashed with Prince's symbol 'round back, but even with only 950 kits

13.04.2009 16:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Report: iTunes price hike hurts sales

iTunes changed to a variable pricing structure last week, and a new report from Billboard.biz reports that the effect was immediate on some song rankings.

13.04.2009 16:50 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Should Apple make Tim Cook CEO and Steve Jobs Chairman?

Apple chief Steve Jobs is involved with all of the company’s key product plans

13.04.2009 16:50 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

$22 iPod Shuffle shocker: components tiny, inexpensive

When iSuppli recently reported that the parts and packaging of the iPod Shuffle 3G cost only $21.77, a mere twenty-eight percent of the unit's retail price, PMP Today asked a most reasonable question: Where are the new Shuffle KIRFs? According to Business Week, Samsung is making a killing on these things, supplying not only the unit's ARM-based processor ($5.98), but the storage ($6) on at least a few of the units as well. The lithium ion battery, described by iSuppli as "the smallest we've ever seen," has an asking price of $1.20. As for things like capacitors and resistors, they're being d

13.04.2009 16:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Get efficient with the Finder's sidebar

You use your Mac’s Finder windows constantly to browse your files, but have stopped to consider what the parts of these windows can do for you? Here's how to take advantage of the sidebar for launching programs and accessing files.

13.04.2009 16:35 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

CalDigit VR mini compact RAID debuts

CalDigit's forthcoming VR mini is a two-bay RAID that fits into the palm of your hand.

13.04.2009 16:35 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

iPhone apps are changing the world of software and the way we work and play

There does not appear to be much that an iPhone app cannot do

13.04.2009 16:35 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Commercial Times ups the ante to 3 different iPhones in June

The Commercial Times, which does have a solid iPhone prediction history, now says that they expect to see three iPhones in June.  One will be an EDGE version, likely for India (where 3G is slow to deploy) and other developing markets which may benefit from lower price points.  Another is everyone's favorite, the 3G model for Western nations.  The third is a CDMA version possibly for China anddare we sayVeriz.nope, we aren't going there (again).  This would be a blow for China Unicom which plans to have a 3G network going in May and is already running iPhone ads.  We do know that Apple has re

13.04.2009 16:21 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

Verschönern Sie Ihren PC mit CoverFlow

Apples Coverflow-Effekt ist mittlerweile recht populär. Die folgenden Gratis-Tools verwenden allesamt Coverflow - genau das Richtige für alle Apple-Wannabees.

13.04.2009 16:20 Uhr, CHIP, Permalink

Office 2007 Service Pack 2 erscheint im April

Noch im April wird Microsoft das zweite Service Pack für Office 2007 zum Download bereitstellen, welches sich seit einigen Monaten in einem geschlossenen Beta-Test befunden hat. Dies gab das Unternehmen nun bekannt. Das Update wird über Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) freigegeben werden.

13.04.2009 16:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

ATi-Partner bringen Radeon HD 4890 X2

Ende März, kurz vor der offiziellen Vorstellung der ATi Radeon HD 4890, hieß es, eine Dual-GPU-Grafikkarte basierend auf den Spezifikationen zweier Radeon HD 4890 werde es aufgrund des hohen Leistungsbedarfs nicht geben. Inzwischen wurde bekannt, dass ATi seinen Partnern grünes Licht für eine Radeon HD 4890 X2 gegeben haben soll.

13.04.2009 16:20 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Apple faces high expectations in first quarter with CEO Jobs on medical leave

When Apple Inc. delivers its next earnings report later this month, it will mark a milestone

13.04.2009 16:20 Uhr, MacDailyNews, Permalink

Report: Backup

more Retrospect 8 discussion

13.04.2009 16:20 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

VoiceOver Kit 1.0.1 fixes Shuffle pronunciations

Apple has produced a minor update for the third-gen iPod shuffle, VoiceOver Kit 1.0.1. VoiceOver is the technology used to synthesize, sync and play speech on the new Shuffle; the update fixes the pronunciations for a number of unspecified artists. Also addressed are a collection of minor bugs, again unnamed. The patch is currently available only through Software Update.

13.04.2009 16:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

MSI details Wind U123 variants, introduces GX403 gaming laptop

Earlier this month, MSI let loose details on its slimmest ultraportable yet and its oh-so-promising Wind U123 netbook. Today, it's fully detailing the U123 lineup and formally introducing its newest gaming / multimedia laptop. As for the former, users can soon expect to see a U123, U123H and U123T; the first is the standard fare model, while the second gets equipped with a 3.5G (HSDPA) WWAN module. The U123T gets gifted with an integrated TV tuner, but sadly, there doesn't seem to be a way to get both extras b

13.04.2009 16:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Third-gen Shuffle Apple's most profitable iPod

On a per-unit basis, the third-generation iPod shuffle may be one of Apple's most profitable products, says iSuppli. The research firm observes that even when factoring packaging and headphone costs in with those of the actual player components, a modern Shuffle costs approximately $21.77 to produce, or just 28 percent of the retail cost. By comparison, 49 percent of the first-gen iPod touch's $

13.04.2009 16:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

News: iSuppli: iPod shuffle 4G costs $21.77 to make

According to a teardown analysis of the fourth-generation iPod shuffle, the total cost of the device is roughly 28% of its retail price. Citing analysis from market research firm iSuppli, BusinessWeek reports that the total cost of the shuffle’s components, its remote-laden headphones, and its packaging comes to just $21.77. iSuppli found that Samsung supplied both the shuffle’s controller chip, which costs roughly $6, and the 4GB of flash…

13.04.2009 16:05 Uhr, iPodlounge, Permalink

RTL-2-Mitarbeiter wegen SMS-Betrugsverdachts verhaftet

13.04.2009 16:05 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

SandForce breaks into SSD market with speedy SF-1000 processors

With SSD prices still well above the point of affordability, we're thrilled to see more entrants joining the burgeoning market. Big players like Western Digital and Corsair are being greeted by small timers such as PhotoFast, Fusion-io and San

13.04.2009 15:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

PlayStation 3: PlayTV skaliert TV-Bild

Die Firma Sony bietet für ihren digitale TV-Empfänger PlayTV für die PlayStation 3 ein Firmware-Update auf die Versionsnummer 1.10 an.

13.04.2009 15:50 Uhr, CHIP, Permalink

RTL-2-Mitarbeiter wegen SMS-Betrugverdachts verhaftet

13.04.2009 15:50 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

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13.04.2009 15:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

SMC rolls out cable modem, 802.11n hybrid

SMC this morning revealed a combo cable modem and 802.11n Wi-Fi router that it hopes will provide the better of both networks. The Draft 11n Wireless Cable Modem Gateway supports DOCSIS 2.0 for modern cable networks but can support the faster Wi-Fi standard to share the connection and create headroom for the local network. On wireless, the router is dual-band and supports both 5GHz, for faster 8

13.04.2009 15:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Mehr als 180 aktuelle Staumeldungen

13.04.2009 15:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Dell smartphones planning whirlwind Asian trip courtesy of China Mobile?

China Mobile may or may not have lost out to China Unicom in the bid to (officially) bring the iPhone to the most populous nation in the world, but it seems the provider might still have an ace up its sleeve -- Dell. The Texas-based company, which may or may not be actually making smartphones, is said by analyst Zhang Jun to be in final negotiations with the Hong Kong-based provider to ship

13.04.2009 15:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Jobs active at Apple, still working on tablet-sized device

Apple's co-founder Steve Jobs is still very much involved in his company's direction even as he recuperates at home -- and is said to be on track with a new portable device larger than the company's handhelds.

13.04.2009 15:20 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Apple to build second Chicago flagship retail store

Following 18 months of indecision, Apple has finalized plans to build another high-profile retail store in Chicago, agreeing on the site of an old gas station in the city's Clybourn Corridor shopping district.

13.04.2009 15:20 Uhr, AppleInsider, Permalink

Buy.com offering Apple official unlocked iPhones for $799

Buy.com is offering an official Apple Unlocked iPhones now for $799.   This is an official Apple iPhone which isn't jailbroken.  You can do iTunes updates and not have to worry about locking your iPhone up again. Strangely, they say that the iPhones may be from other countries so they might have instructions in languages besides English.  This looks like another inventory clearing measure by Apple.  Perhaps the US has less inventory than other countries?.  If you've wanted a Tmobile iPhone without jailbreaking hassles/issues, now is you chance.  Check the video on Buy.com's website.

13.04.2009 15:06 Uhr, 9to5Mac, Permalink

Special edition Mintpass goes dark, gets DMB

Tired of pale gadget offerings? Live in South Korea? If "yes" on both counts you may want to keep your eyes open for what looks to be a special edition of the tiny CE-powered Mintpad MID. It not only offers the rich, ebony exterior that its pasty predecessor could only dream of, but also adds DMB functionality for capturing all the digitally broadcasted media floating through the Asian aether. The announcement page for the Mintpad DMB was hastily pulled after fans picked up on it, but this tease proves to be true look for the dark device to sell for ₩239,000, about $180, or a $30 premi

13.04.2009 14:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Poor Mans Netbook sees more potent successor, created a monster

Do you know what the new hotness is? We'll tell you -- computers in suitcases. Big, brawny, rugged suitcases. After seeing the Poor Mans Netbook offered up to the least poor bidder on eBay, one Daniel Spalding has concocted a more powerful successor dubbed the Poor Mans Notebook. Within the near-bulletproof suitcase, he managed to shove an 8-inch touchscreen (1,024 x 768 resolution), 2.5GHz dual-core E5200 CPU, 4GB of DDR2 RAM, 64GB OCZ solid state drive, WiFi / Bluetooth 2.1+EDR modules and a GeForce 7100 graphics set. He won't deny that it purrs like a vacuum cleaner when really taxed, but c'mon, it's a computer in a sui

13.04.2009 14:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

iPhone-Babes: 77 sexy Wallpaper fürs iPhone

Sexy Handy, sexy Girls: Der Babes-Beauftragte von Xonio.com hat für Sie die 77 heißesten iPhone-Wallpaper aus dem Netz gefischt.

13.04.2009 14:35 Uhr, CHIP, Permalink

Google disables uploads, comments on YouTube Korea over privacy clampdown

New law requires YouTube to collect the real name and ID number of uploadersGoogle has disabled user uploads and comments on the Korean version of its YouTube video portal in reaction to a new law that requires the real name of a contributor be listed along each contribution they make.

13.04.2009 14:35 Uhr, Macworld UK, Permalink

Easter weekend worms strike Twitter, teen admits responsibility

Twitter cross-site scripting bugs exploited; 17-year-old owns up to attacksTwitter was hit with at least three different worm attacks that started Saturday and continued into Sunday, the micro-blogging service acknowledged as it promised users it would review its coding practices.

13.04.2009 14:35 Uhr, Macworld UK, Permalink

Wikileaks.de: Denic wehrt sich gegen Sperr-Vorwurf

13.04.2009 14:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

British Telecom verstärkt auf Sparkurs

13.04.2009 14:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Former Motorola CFO alleges that company lied about financial data, Santa Claus

There have been no shortage of legal wranglings in the electronics space lately, usually between two well-entrenched corporations, but this one's a little more interesting: a former officer taking the offensive against his former office. Paul Liska, previous head of all things financial at Motorola, is alleging that the company has been misleading investors for quite some time regarding the performance of its Mobile Devices unit, and that when he raised his concerns to the board he was given an escorted trip out the building for his troubles. Moto, on the other hand, is saying that the company

13.04.2009 14:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Im Test: Nintendos neuester Spiele-Handheld DSi

Fast pünktlich zum 20. Geburtstag des Game Boy hat Nintendo Ende 2008 die neueste Version seines Spiele-Handhelds in Japan veröffentlicht. Am 3. April ist der Nintendo DSi schließlich auch in Europa (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltAnalyst: Nintendo senkt Kosten für die Wii auf $88DS/Wii: Video-Downloads & Neues zu Wii MotionPlusNintendo: Keine Preissenkung für die Wii in Sicht

13.04.2009 14:21 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Dell to launch smartphone on China Mobile?

Dell is pinning its hopes for a first smartphone on a deal with the world's largest carrier, Wedge MKI analyst Zhang Jun said today in an interview with NetworkWorld. The American company is reportedly in talks with China Mobile to offer "one or two" candidate models and may strike a deal by August, paving the way for a release before the end of the year. While only implied, it's thought the Del

13.04.2009 14:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Intel im Silicon Valley nur noch die Nummer 3

13.04.2009 14:20 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Satyam an indischen Konkurrenten verkauft

Satyam hat bei einem Notverkauf im Konkurrenten Tech Mahindra einen Abnehmer gefunden. Die schwer angeschlagene Firma mit 48.000 Beschäftigten wurde mit 834 Millionen Euro bewertet. (IBM)

13.04.2009 14:05 Uhr, golem, Permalink

Carriers could be forced by EU to support VoIP services

We've seen it time and time again -- carriers using their power to strong-arm consumers into paying services that could very well be free. Over in Europe, the almighty EU is considering "binding guidelines" that could force wireless operators to allow VoIP services such as Skype to run over their cellular networks. It should be noted that all of this is still very preliminary at the moment, but if the Union can somehow force carriers to su

13.04.2009 13:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

BITKOM: Handy-Nutzung stieg 2008 um 10 Prozent

Aus einer Erhebung des Branchenverbandes BITKOM geht hervor, dass die Handy-Nutzung in Deutschland immer mehr zunimmt. Allein im Jahr 2008 stieg die Handy-Nutzung gegenüber dem Vorjahr demnach um rund 10 (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltBigSIM: Billig-Tarif mit 8 Cent pro Minute und SMS

13.04.2009 13:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Weekend worms strike Twitter, teen admits responsibility

Twitter was hit with at least three different worm attacks that started Saturday and continued into Sunday.

13.04.2009 13:35 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Breakpoint: Deutschlands größte Demoparty

Seit Freitag trifft sich in Bingen am Rhein die Demoszene zu Deutschlands größter Demoparty, der Breakpoint 2009. Vier Tage lang präsentieren Teilnehmer ihre digitalen Kunstwerke in verschiedenen Kategorien. Dieses Jahr dreht sich unter dem Motto "Everything is under control" alles um das Thema Überwachung.

13.04.2009 13:35 Uhr, CHIP, Permalink

Obama zu Merkel: Sechs Millionen zu siebentausend

13.04.2009 13:35 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

EU automaker loan may lead to fuel-sipping hybrid Jag XJ

Don't call it a bailout. The European Union has agreed to fund a £307 million loan to the newly minted Jaguar Land Rover conglomeration, known as JLR by those on the inside -- like Tata who owns it. However, unlike the US's rather open-ended (and dire-looking) cash infusions, this offer was made specifically to help the company up its eco-cred. JLR pledges to start with a so-called "Limo Green" version of the next generation XJ luxury sedan (that's the current, decidedly dark one pictured above). The model will use a Volt-like series hybrid drive train, in which the electric motor (or motors) powers the wheels and an onboard gasoline engine serves only to rec

13.04.2009 13:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

HP adds iPhone app, transcoding to home server

HP is prepping a software update for its MediaSmart home servers, adding video conversion and video streaming to iPhones. The free update works only with the recently introduced MediaSmart EX485 and EX487. A free app will be available through iTunes to support video streaming to the iPhone and iPod Touch.

13.04.2009 13:20 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Big Brother fährt Auto in Manchester

Wer am Lenkrad isst oder mit dem Handy telefoniert, muss in Manchester künftig damit rechnen, gefilmt zu werden. Die unfreiwilligen Hauptdarsteller erhalten polizeiliche Verwarnungen und Strafbescheide per Post.

13.04.2009 13:20 Uhr, golem, Permalink

Review: SiteGrinder 2 Pro

Graphic artists and designers who are comfortable with mocking up Web sites in Photoshop will love SiteGrinder 2 Pro. This Photoshop plug-in works extremely well at converting layered Photoshop designs into highly functional and respectably coded Web sites.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Security: SeaMonkey 1.1.16

updates the Mozilla suite with "security and stability fixes."

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Beta: Smart Scroll 3.0b2

This beta of the scroll enhancer includes a new Hover Scroll feature for Cocoa applications, a Lift Fingers to Coast trackpad option for Super Scroll, new trigger options for Grab Scroll, and per-application settings.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Beta: Geotagalog 1.1 beta

The geotagging software for photos adds geotagging of may popular RAW formats, lossless tagging of JPEGs, improved workflow when a camera is connected, and some minor interface improvements.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Update: Amnesia 1.0.4

Koingo Software's uninstaller software adds an option to ignore Apple programs in the software scan, an option to automatically back up files before removing them, the ability to customize scan locations, and other changes.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Update: Espionage 2.0.4

Tao Effect's folder encryption program adds support for custom icons on encrypted folders, auto-backup when back drives are mounted, fixes for "many situations where password prompt would appear randomly," and other changes.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Update: Snapz Pro X 2.1.4, WireTap Anywhere 1.0.3, WireTap Studio 1.0.10

Ambrosia Software updated its screen capture and audio capture software with a new AmbrosiaAudioSupport library, which has been updated to improve compatibility with new Apple hardware and Mac OS X 10.5.7.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Update: MacJournal 5.1.3

Mariner Software's journal software adds editable entry viewer windows, the ability to create droplets that will import dropped items into specific journals, Karelia's Media Browser window to import images from iPhoto and other sources, import/export of CSV files, and other changes.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Update: Coda 1.6.4

Panic's web authoring program adds support for Q-style strings in Ruby files, better regular expression highlighting in JavaScript and Ruby, an improved ASP-HTML code navigator, and other changes.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

New: RemObjects SDK for OS X

The RemObjects SDK for OS X is a framework for Mac and iPhone developers, designed for creating networked applications that communicate with each other.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Security: VMware Fusion 2.0.4

This update addresses a critical host code execution vulnerability.

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, MacInTouch, Permalink

Sun-Prozessorexperte wechselt zu Microsoft

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

Spanien: Erste Gefängnisstrafe für Links zum Herunterladen von Raubkopien

13.04.2009 13:05 Uhr, Heise, Permalink

OCZ zu fix für Apple?

Die Geschwindigkeit, die Grazie, die Anmut der Benutzeroberfläche in den Apple-Betriebssystemen ist vielgelobt und oft kopiert. Dafür arbeiten viele Software-Ingenieure in Cupertino täglich stundenlang und treiben die Entwicklung voran. Wie die Kollegen bei brightsidenews.com herausgefunden haben, scheinen die Entwickler bei OCZ diejenigen von Apple jetzt aber überholt zu haben. Bei den neuen Vertex-SSDs musste extra für Cupertino auf die Bremse getreten werden, was die Übertragungsgeschwindigkeit angeht

13.04.2009 12:51 Uhr, Maclife, Permalink

Apple Ordered 4 Million New iPhones for Q2 2009?

Slashphone recaps a ChinaTimes / Commercial Times report which claims that Apple has placed an order for 4 million units of the next generation iPhone. Per Slashphone's summary:According to its insider news, Apple has already ordered

13.04.2009 12:50 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

R&D TV: Remixen mit der BBC

Die BBC hat angekündigt, Bestandteile einer monatlichen Technologiesendung unter einer Creative-Commons-Lizenz zum Remixen bereit zu stellen. Die technische Betreuung des R&D TV genannten Programms übernimmt die BBC-Forschungsabteilung RAD. (Ogg, Creative Commons)

13.04.2009 12:50 Uhr, golem, Permalink

Gründer wollen Skype zurück

Für die unglaubliche Summe von 3,1 Milliarden US-Dollar hatten die skandinavischen Skype-Gründer Niklas Zennström und Janus Friis ihr Unternehmen im Jahr 2005 an das Auktionshaus eBay verkauft. Wie die New York Times berichtet, wollen der Däne und der Schwede ihr Internet-Geschäft nun wieder zurück und könnten sogar eine passende Gelegenheit erwischt haben: Denn wie Anfang des Jahres bekannt wurde, denkt das Auktionshaus über einen Verkauf von Skype nach, da sich die Investition noch immer nicht ausgezahlt hat.

13.04.2009 12:36 Uhr, Maclife, Permalink

Frühreif: iPhone-Killer von Palm schon im Mai?

Ähnlich wie in den vergangenen Jahren bei AT&T, deutet auch beim Netzanbieter Sprint eine Urlaubssperre für Mitarbeiten auf den bevorstehenden Start des potentiellen iPhone-Konkurrenten Palm Pre hin. So sollen Sprint-Mitarbeiter bereits im April im Umgang und Verkauf der Geräte geschult werden. Das Gerät selbst könnte schon um den 17. Mai in die Läden kommen und sich damit gegenüber dem neuen iPhone einen deutlichen Vorsprung sichern.

13.04.2009 12:21 Uhr, Maclife, Permalink

Zune HD website exists, may mean nothing at all

We've gotten a handful of tips about zunehd.net being online, so we thought we'd take a moment to address it. Yes, zunehd.net exists, and yes, there's a big, nasty Zune HD logo hanging out on it right now. Unfortunately, since the site appears to be registered via a proxy, there's really no way of telling if its legit or just someone with money to burn. That said, we have every reason to believe that the Zune HD is the real deal, and this very well could be another sign that something magical is about to happen. Keep your eyes peeled, but keep a grain of salt handy. [Thanks to everyone who sent this in]Filed under: Portable Audio,

13.04.2009 12:21 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

HD Camcorders: What to look for when shopping

Looking to make the switch to HD? Here are the important things to look for when making an HD camcorder purchase.

13.04.2009 12:20 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

HD camcorders: Buyer's guide

The time is right for switching to HD, but how do you know what kind of camera to get? Our guide will help you sort out the fact from the fiction and find a high-definition camcorder that suits your needs and your budget.

13.04.2009 12:20 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Cameras that double as HD camcorders

Rather spend money on a nice digital SLR but still want the ability to shoot HD video? There are several such options available.

13.04.2009 12:20 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

All-Time Top iPhone App Sales Figures and Estimates

As part of Apple's one billion app countdown for their iTunes App Store, they have also compiled a list of the all-time top 20 apps [App Store] for both Paid and Free apps. Perhaps most interesting is what the potential market for a

13.04.2009 12:20 Uhr, Macrumors, Permalink

iTunes-Preismodell beeinflusst Charts

Lang angekündigt wurde es bereits, doch erst in der vergangenen Woche war es so weit: Apple stellte das Preismodell im iTunes-Store auf ein dreistufiges um und gab so unter anderem dem Druck der Plattenfirmen nach. Diese hoffen, dadurch bessere Gewinne einfahren zu können und sehen auch den Vorteil für den Kunden. Dabei hat das Preissystem möglicherweise doch größeren Einfluss auf das Kaufverhalten, als die Fädenzieher meinen. Zumindest reagieren die iTunes-Charts bereits deutlich auf die veränderten Preise.

13.04.2009 12:06 Uhr, Maclife, Permalink

Book Time shrugs off e-readers, turns paper pages for you

Oh sure, the e-reader may be just fine for some, but for the traditionalists in attendance who just can't enjoy a novel without turning those crisp, cool pages as you plow through yet another masterpiece, this invention is the one to care about -- particularly when you're fingers are frozen in place and you're just too dilapidated to do anything but read and comprehend. The absolutely genius Book Time creation managed to nab a Robot of the Year award over in Japan, as it holds down books and periodicals and automatically flips pages and pins down edges to keep sheets from flapping about uncontrollably. We can't quite tel

13.04.2009 11:51 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Amazon plant angeblich Kindle mit größerem Display

Der Online-Einzelhändler Amazon arbeitet einem Bericht des 'Wall Street Journal' zufolge derzeit an einer neuen Version seines E-Book-Readers Kindle. Das neue Gerät soll unter anderem über ein größeres Display (Weiter lesen)

13.04.2009 11:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Apple bestellt 100 Millionen Speicherchips

Apple plant allem Anschein nach einen großen Wurf: Laut dem Branchen-Newsdienst DigiTimes wurden vornehmlich bei Samsung 100 Millionen Speicherchips bestellt, doppelt so viele als im Jahr zuvor. Dies bestätigt nicht nur die anstehende neue iPhone-Generation einmal mehr indirekt, sondern impliziert auch, dass Apple mit dem Absatz von großen Stückzahlen eines oder gar mehrerer Geräte rechnet. (via Engadget)

13.04.2009 11:50 Uhr, iFun.de, Permalink

Apple: Steve Jobs weiter am Steuer

Trotz seiner krankheitsbedingten Auszeit hat Steve Jobs das Ruder bei Apple fest im Griff. Laut dem Wall Street Journal lässt er es sich nicht nehmen, neue Soft- und Hardware persönlich zu prüfen und dementsprechend Einfluss auf Apples Produktpläne zu nehmen. Mir Jobs' Rückkehr im Juni wird weiterhin fest gerechnet. Das Bild rechts stammt vom Diorama-Contest Peeps Show III der Washington Post.

13.04.2009 11:35 Uhr, iFun.de, Permalink

British Telecom will erneut 10.000 Stellen streichen

Nachdem die British Telecom bereits im vergangenen Jahr 10.000 Mitarbeiter entlassen hat, plant das Unternehmen einem Bericht der 'Sunday Times' zufolge nun erneut Stellenstreichungen in großem Umfang. Wie es (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltErdbeben in Italien: Micron kommt glimpflich davonMicrosoft-Werbung: MacBooks zu klein zum SpielenSkype: eBay-Tochter bald wieder in alten Händen?

13.04.2009 11:21 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Review: Fandango for iPhone

Fandango's app for the iPhone and iPod touch is pretty solid, but it lacks the news features of the Fandango.com Web site and it puts limits on the theaters from which you can buy tickets. Those limitations hamper the app's convenience and ease of use.

13.04.2009 11:20 Uhr, Macworld, Permalink

Dampfmaschine lädt iPod-Akku

Fast jeder Motor lässt sich umgekehrt auch als Generator und damit zum Beispiel zur Stromerzeugung nutzen. Dieses Prinzip macht sich YouTube-User twdunbar zunutze und erzeugt mittels einer Dampfmaschine und einem Lego-Motor Ladestrom für seinen iPod. Also hoch auf den Dachboden, Dampfmaschine und Legos rauskramen … das Video gibt's unten nach dem Klick auf Weiterlesen… (Danke Tim)

13.04.2009 11:05 Uhr, iFun.de, Permalink

Oster-Gewinnspiel: Zehn gametreeonline.com-Spiele-Downloads

Am heutigen Ostermontag endet die diesjährige maclife.de-Ostereiersuche mit einer Verlosung von insgesamt zehn gametreeonline.com-Spiele-Downloads. Finden Sie einfach das letzte in einer heute erscheinenden News versteckte Osterei und lassen Sie uns über den unten genannten Link * wissen, in welchem Beitrag der maclife.de-Osterhase tätig wurde. Unter allen richtigen Einsendungen wird insgesamt zehnmal je ein gametreeonline.com-Spiele-Download nach Wahl verlost (siehe unten). Teilnahmeschluss ist der 13. April 2009, 23:59 Uhr

13.04.2009 10:36 Uhr, Maclife, Permalink

Nintendo: Keine Preissenkung für die Wii in Sicht

Erstmals seit 16 Monaten ist Nintendos Spielkonsole Wii nicht mehr auf dem ersten Platz der Verkaufscharts in Japan und Nintendo hat im Land der aufgehenden Sonne mit drastischen Umsatzrückgängen zu kämpfen. (Weiter lesen)Verwandter InhaltDS/Wii: Infos zum DSi Shop & Lebenszyklus der WiiAnalyst: Nintendo senkt Kosten für die Wii auf $88DS/Wii: Video-Downloads & Neues zu Wii MotionPlus

13.04.2009 10:36 Uhr, WinFuture.de, Permalink

Für Bestandskunden: Vodafone kümmert sich um euer nächstes iPhone

13.04.2009 10:21 Uhr, iPhone-ticker, Permalink

[UPDATE] Nach Unibody-Macbook auch der Unibody-iPod?

Die neue Apple-Gehäusetechnologie namens 'Unibody' schlug ein wie eine Bombe. Endlich waren qualitative 'No-Gos' wie zum Beispiel Haarrisse und Brüche im Topcase Vergangenheit. Die extrem positive Resonanz scheint Apple auf neue Ideen zu bringen. Ein aktueller Patentantrag von Apple

13.04.2009 10:06 Uhr, Apfeltalk, Permalink

VoiceOver Kit 1.0.1

Apple released an update, VoiceOver Kit 1.0.1, dedicated to the last iPod Shuffle (17MB). • Fix problems with pronunciation of some artist's names de la prononciation dans VoiceOver de certains noms d'artistes • Fix several minor bugs More details about your iPod can be found hereafter: http://support.apple.com/manuals/#ipod More information about the iPod Shuffle: http://www.apple.com/support/ipodshuffle/ If you experience some problems with your iPod shuffle, visit the following troubleshooting page: http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/  

13.04.2009 10:05 Uhr, Hardmac.com, Permalink

Irgendwas mit Baseband: Neue Highscore für Georg Hotz

13.04.2009 09:51 Uhr, iPhone-ticker, Permalink

Microsoft fined in Germany for illegal price fixing

The German authorities have fined Microsoft 9 million euros since they have forced the retailers to sell the office Office suite 2007 at a fixed price, thus preventing any competition. Microsoft did not deny these charges and indicated they would henceforth follow the German laws. In the past, Apple had to undergo the same judgments, by preventing the retailers from making rebates on its products. In order to circumvent the law, they now use a system of very weak front-end margins, around 3%, that blocks any promotion, and give higher margins at the end of the year to ensure the retailers receive an acceptable benefit. Thus they cannot make promotions beyond these small percent without being illegal by selling at a loss.

13.04.2009 08:50 Uhr, Hardmac.com, Permalink

Tesla's Roadster rolls 241 miles on single charge, annoys petrol pumps

If one drives the Roadster "as it was intended to be driven," you'll probably only get around 125 miles out of it before things slowly grind to a halt. If you toss on your economy shoes and take things a bit easier, it's apparently possible to get well over 200 miles on a single charge. As the story goes, Tesla's first all-electric whip managed to cruise 241 miles in a Monte Carlo e-rally, running from the town of Valance in France to the Principality of Monaco. Better still, the vehicle's battery meter showed 36 miles left on the "tank"

13.04.2009 08:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

iFixit does the Dell Adamo

Being a bit unfaithful to the Apple portables, iFixit has dismounted the Dell Adamo portable. The integration is very complete, and all is properly done. It is noted however that the mother board is perfectly rectangular where Apple does not hesitate to give convoluted forms, which allows an even more thorough integration, but increases the manufacturing costs. It remains to be seen whether Dell which built its empire on products at very low cost manages to produce a product that fits in the category where only Apple and Sony have had success.  

13.04.2009 08:35 Uhr, Hardmac.com, Permalink

Steve Jobs is never very far away

According to the Wall Street Journal which quotes sources in Cupertino, Steve Jobs keeps a close eye on his company in spite of the fact that he announced to have taken a break. Even though he leaves the current management of the business with Tim Cook, he is never very far away and continuous to supervise the important projects and the testing of the future products. He would thus devote time to check that the iPhone OS 3.0 interface matches his expectations. In addition to the fact that this advertisement comes at good time to please the markets, it reassures us on his health condition, something that we have no information on since he announced his temporary withdrawal.

13.04.2009 08:35 Uhr, Hardmac.com, Permalink

The Billionth

In order to note the startling success of the AppStore, Apple has organized a contest to celebrate the billionth downloaded application. The contest is open to all residents of country where the AppStore is available and offers the following prizes: A MacBook Pro 17"  A iPod Touch 32 GB  A iTunes Store gift voucher of $10000  Time Capsules  To win It will be necessary to be one of very first to reach the billion, which can be done either by downloading an application to a computer or iPod, or by filling an online form. Note that it is possible for you to try your chance to the maximum 25 times in one day.

13.04.2009 08:20 Uhr, Hardmac.com, Permalink

Microsoft verhandelt wieder mit Yahoo

Nachdem im letzten Jahr ein Übernahmeversuch durch Microsoft, trotz 44,6 Milliarden US-Dollar Angebot, scheiterte, haben sich diese Woche Yahoo-Chefin Carol Bartz und Microsoft-CEO Steve Ballmer getroffen um die Gespräche über eine Kooperation der beiden Unternehmen wieder aufzunehmen.

13.04.2009 08:05 Uhr, ComputerBase, Permalink

Jobs maintains involvement, works on rumored device

Despite Steve Jobs' lengthy leave of absence, the CEO has still maintained active involvement in activities at Apple, unnamed sources told the Wall Street Journal. From home, Jobs reportedly continues to oversee and direct high-priority strategies, while influencing and reviewing the most important products.

13.04.2009 08:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

PlayFirst intros Dream Chronicles: The Chosen Child

PlayFirst has announced release dates for its upcoming adventure game, Dream Chronicles: The Chosen Child. As the third edition in the series, players take control of the character Faye as she searches the ethereal dream world for her missing husband, while also attempting to save her child from an evil opponent, Lilith. To uncover the mystery and discover the secret prophecy of the chosen child,

13.04.2009 06:50 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

InterMapper 5.1 adds map creation, probe groups

Google Earth integration and probe groups are the headlining features of Dartware's InterMapper 5.1 update. The new version allows users to export information to Google Earth via HTTP, then view network infrastructure on real-world maps. Latitude/longitude coordinates can be set in the program for precise location of devices. If latitude/longitude information is not available, devices can be mappe

13.04.2009 06:35 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

Neues Preismodell im iTunes Store: 1,29-Dollar-Songs deutlich unbeliebter

Nach einer Kurzzeit-Studie von Billboard schlägt sich das neue Preismodell im iTunes Store direkt auf das Kaufverhalten der Kunden nieder. Nachdem Apple den bisherigen Einheitspreis in den USA von 99 US-Cent auf verschiedene Titel für 69, 99 und 1,29 Cent umgestellt hat, sind letzte Woche Mittwoch solche Titel, die jetzt 1,29 Cent kosten, im

13.04.2009 06:20 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Firmware update brings file conversion, iPhone access to HP's MediaSmart ex485 / ex487

HP's MediaSmart Server ex487 (1.5TB) and ex485 (750GB) both received copious amounts of praise when launched late last year, but considering just how many issues the original two had (the ex470 and ex475), it wouldn't take much to best 'em. Today, HP is issuing its second firmware update of the year for the series, but the first ever for the newest duo -- and make no mistake, it's a big one. The v2.5 update adds in loads of new features, far too many to cover in this space, in fact. If you're interested in hearing more

13.04.2009 06:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Trotz Krankheit: Steve Jobs trifft weiterhin Entscheidungen

Steve Jobs lässt seinen Posten als Apple-CEO krankheitsbedingt seit Januar ruhen, nach Informationen des Wall Street Journals ist er aber trotzdem noch bei den Entscheidungen des Unternehmens involviert. So soll ein großer Teil der Neuerungen der Benutzeroberfläche des iPhone OS 3.0 wie die Kopieren-/Einfügen-Funktion auf den Apple-Mitgründer

13.04.2009 06:05 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Apple-Patent beschreibt Video-Anrufbeantworter für iChat

Apple hat in den USA ein Patent für einen Video-Anrufbeantworter zugesprochen bekommen . Das Patent, das Apple im Oktober 2007 beantragt hatte, beschreibt eine Funktion für eine Video-Konferenzsoftware wie iChat, mit der sich Video- oder Audio-Botschaften vorab für den Fall aufzeichnen lassen, dass jemand den Kontakt zu dem Benutzer bei dessen

13.04.2009 06:05 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

App-Store-Gewinnspiel: Viele Preise bis zur Milliarde

Der App Store bleibt weiter ein Erfolgsgeschäft: Nachdem Apple erst im Januar verkündete, dass iPhone- und iPod-touch-Besitzer 500 Millionen Anwendungen heruntergeladen haben, nähert sich der Wert nur drei Monate später dem nächsten Meilenstein, den Apple mit einem Gewinnspiel feiern möchte: In den frühen Morgenstunden des Ostermontags liegt

13.04.2009 05:50 Uhr, MacNews, Permalink

Western Digital 1TB DVR Expander pre-orders up at Amazon, Apricorn add-ons get a face lift

We understand, you're not ready to let go of the BSG season finale just yet even though Tiger and Phil are charging up the back nine at Augusta, but keeping a lot of HD on the DVR can fill up space quickly -- which is where these two come in. Amazon is now taking pre-orders of the long-awaited 1TB edition of Western Digital's TiVo compatible (or other eSATA enabled box) DVR Expander, although no ship date is listed, and Apricorn took our advice on its fugly 500GB, 1TB or 1.5TB sized boxes, giving them a sleek new look. It's dual USB 2.0 / eSATA compatible, but not TiVo, so Scientific Atlanta 8300, DirecTV and DISH ViP owners can cl

13.04.2009 05:06 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Palm Pre may beat iPhone with May ship date

Palm and Sprint are poised to undercut Apple by launching the Pre a month or more earlier, as long as a leak of internal Sprint communications proves accurate. According to PhoneNews, the carrier has ordered a rare mid-year vacation freeze for May that touches on staff at retail and other public-facing positions, similar to AT&T's policies during its iPhone releases. The move would let Palm star

13.04.2009 05:05 Uhr, MacNN, Permalink

iTunes Store's new pricing scheme effects the charts, that Lightspeed Champion guy expresses surprise

An interesting sidenote on the intersection of music and commerce: Billboard reported last week that the iTunes Store's new variable pricing plan has had a bit of an impact on sales rankings on individual tracks, giving $.99 songs an advantage over their $1.29 counterparts. According to the magazine, numbers for Wednesday, April 8, show that the iTunes Top 100 chart had 40 songs at the $1.29 price point, and 60 at $0.99 -- the premium songs slid an average of 5.3 places, while the $0.99 songs gained roughly 2.5 chart positions. On Thursday the trend continued, with the 53 songs priced at $0.99 rising roughly

13.04.2009 03:24 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink

Researcher plans to use GPS to study asthma triggers

You wouldn't expect GPS tech to have an impact on asthma research, but the University of Wisconsin-Madison's David Van Sickle says it will -- he's planning on tagging sufferers so he can learn when and where they reach for their inhalers. The data will hopefully make sorting out environmental triggers of the disease much easier -- it took scientists eight years to prove that soybean dust near the Barcelona harbor caused a massive asthma outbreak in the 80s, a timeline that might have been dramatically shorter if location information had been available from the start. The plan's still in the early stages, but would-be participants can sign up already -- let's just hope the tracker is slightly more attractive than Kogan's enormo

13.04.2009 01:36 Uhr, Engadget, Permalink