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20.01.2012 24:00 Uhr
The Engadget Show is live, here at 6:00PM ET!
Hey kids, it's that time again! We're kicking off the year right with an action-packed edition of the Engadget Show. The first episode of 2012 is going to be a doozy. We're going to take you through the coolest gadgets of CES and Apple's bid to transform the textbook industry. We'll also be taking a close up look at the latest camera from Red and the new MakerBot Replicator. Plus we've music from Brooklyn's Ducky and all kinds of surprises. We'll be live tonight at 6PM ET, and you can join us at this very URL -- so keep your browser locked to this spot.Continue reading The Engadget Show is live, here at 6:00PM ET!
20.01.2012 23:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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Listen to the Engadget Mobile Podcast, live at 5:15PM ET!
We've recovered from the grueling week of CES sort of. As you probably already know, technology doesn't seem to take time off after the big show, and neither do we. Plenty of news has been making the rounds since our star-studded vidcast last week (and by star-studded, we mean Sean Cooper and some nifty handsets, at the same time), so Myriam Joire and Brad Molen are taking to the mics to discuss it, rant about it and -- in some rare cases -- praise it. So tune in live to join in the online chat and listen to some grade-A mobile talk. January 20, 2012 5:15 PM EST
20.01.2012 23:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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M1 begins offering camera-free iPhone 4, 4S
M1, a cellphone operator in Singapore, is now offering a selection of iPhone 4 and 4S handsets that have had both of their cameras removed. This process was necessary in order for army personnel to keep the phones while on base. The modification voids Apple's original warranty, though one from a third party is offered for S$321 (about $252). It will reportedly have similar warranty terms and coverage to Apple.
20.01.2012 23:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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20.01.2012 23:00 Uhr
Kingston launches new family of high performance SSDs, doesn't care if you're a business or a consumer
Kingston's turning its SSD solutions up to eleven on its new SSDNow family of products. The SSDNow V+200 is a solid state drive toting SATA 3.0 SandForce SF-2281, capable of up to 535 MB/s read speeds and 480 MB/s writing speeds. Regardless of whether it's for your office or home rig, Kingston reckons it's got your storage needs covered, offering up the V+200 in 60GB, 90GB, 120GB, 240GB and 480GB sizes. The 2.5-inch drives arrive with self-encryption as standard, alongside a three-year warranty with support -- something that's getting increasingly rare. The full
20.01.2012 22:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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Carl Icahn smells blood in LightSquared's spectrum, descends to feed on its carrion
Oh, the twisted web that continues to weave itself around LightSquared. After incurring a seemingly endless parade of regulatory and industry obstacles, the Philip Falcone-backed network is now facing yet another potential hurdle. Except this time, it's taken the shape of investor Carl Icahn: a business magnate notorious for swooping in on downtrodden companies (see: Time Warner) and seizing control. And it
20.01.2012 22:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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Review: Adonit Writer 2 Plus for iPad 2
Most iPad keyboard cases are either leather or faux leather folios, usually with a somewhat ill-fitting frame that holds the tablet on the right while a rubber or plastic keyboard sits on the opposite side. The original Writer was different that it has a hard plastic frame to hold the iPad, a nice but obviously plastic fabric covering the outside, and a scissor action keyboard inside with comparatively great tactile feedback. Because the keyboard…
20.01.2012 22:20 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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Tutorial: Untethered Jailbreak von iPhone 4S und iPad 2 mit Greenpois0n Absinthe
Mit der heute veröffentlichten Jailbreak-Software “greenpois0n Absinthe” lassen sich iPhone 4S und iPad 2 erstmalig und dabei sogar noch “untethered” jailbreaken. Untethered bedeutet in diesem Fall, dass das gejailbreakte Device für das Starten desselbigen nicht an einen Computer angeschlossen werden muss. Folgend eine Anleitung zum Jailbreak von iPhone 4S und iPad 2 mit greenpois0n Absinthe
20.01.2012 22:05 Uhr, BENM.AT,
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Apple cleared on one of seven Samsung patents in Germany
A German judge presiding over one of Samsung's seven patent infringement cases against Apple ruled in favor of the Cupertino company. The patent infringement case involves one of several 3G/UMTS patents held by the Korean manufacturer. The ruling did not give the reason why the judge rejected Samsung's argument. According to FOSS Patents, the judge either believes Apple did not infringe on the patent or that Samsung exhausted its patent right and Apple, by default, has a license. The reason behind this decision could affect the outcome of Samsung's remaining claims. If Samsung has exhausted its rights to this patent, it could also see its other 3G/UMTS-ba
20.01.2012 22:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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LG X3 supposedly leaks, to challenge HTC Edge as first quad-core phone?
Your next tablet is going to rock a quad-core chip, so why not stuff that same silicon into your next phone too? Per PocketNow, that's apparently what LG has up its sleeve with the forthcoming X3. Evidently, the four-core Tegra 3 device will also tote a 1280 x 720 4.7-inch display, 16GB of storage, Ice Cream Sandwich and NFC all in a svelte 9mm package. The whispers didn't stop there, of course, indicating it'l
20.01.2012 22:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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First Looks: Luxa2 Carbon Camber + Lille for iPhone 4/4S
Luxa2 showed off a handful of its iPhone 4/4S cases at the 2012 International CES, and of the bunch, Carbon Camber ($53) and Lille ($25) both stuck out. The first is a hard plastic case that's reinforced with real carbon fiber under a raised layer of clear plastic -- an interesting change from the numerous faux carbon fiber cases we've seen in the past. Instead of a flat back, this case has a raised rear surface to provide a more comfortable grip.…
20.01.2012 22:05 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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20.01.2012 22:00 Uhr
ITU puts LTE-Advanced, WiMAX 2 under IMT-Advanced standard
The International Telecommunication Union this week gave a label to a whole class of future 4G standards. Both LTE-Advanced and WiMAX 2 (WirelessMAN-Advanced) will be classed as IMT-Advanced. While the actual speeds of the standards vary, the ITU is promising "at least 100 times faster" performance than 3G and to get the higher speeds using less wireless bandwidth.
20.01.2012 21:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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First Looks: Luxa2 BT-X3 Bluetooth Headphones
Though we quickly reached the conclusion that Luxa2's just-debuted BT-X3 Bluetooth Headphones ($100) are an OEM design -- we saw cosmetically near-identical versions over at Supertooth's 2012 CES booth -- these small, on-ear wireless headphones may appeal to some users regardless of their origins. Made with a mix of black plastic and chrome accents, BT-X3 uses Bluetooth 2.1 technology for stereo wireless audio streaming and monaural wireless calling,…
20.01.2012 21:50 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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Forum roundup: current topics from the forums.
Yesterday in the MacNN forums Fresh-Faced Recruit CaptainKirk asks if there is another way to install OS9 in the thread titled "how to reinstall OS9 on Graphite iMac DV SE 400?" One forum goer with a new MacBook Pro is having some trouble with AirPlay and hopes other members have some advice, read more here.
20.01.2012 21:35 Uhr, MacNN,
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Olympus teases with leaked image of OM-D camera, saves the best for last?
Some would say that "one picture is worth a thousand words," but all we're visualizing here are a few camera-driven buttons and a small portion of Olympus branding. Though, 43 Rumors is claiming that this is indeed the soon-to-be new addition to the OM series, which is expected to get unveiled next month. Olympus is no rookie in the Micro Four Thirds game, so it shouldn't come as a surprise for the rumored specs to be a decent upgrade in comparison to its PEN shooters. Allegedly, the rig may sport a magnesium ch
20.01.2012 21:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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Daily iPhone App: Async Corp
Async Corp. is about as charming as a puzzle game gets. There are a few flaws with it (most notably that the game does a terrible job of actually telling you how to play, but I'll fix that in a second), but it's just so cute and so charmingly devised that it's hard to put down. The idea is that you've got two grids of colored blocks next to each other, and it's your job (in an almost literal sense, as the game's premise casts you as a worker at a fictional corporation) to "pass packets" back and forth by touching one grid and then the other. The trick is that you can only pass packets when they combine up into a rectangular box of four or more, at which point they create cute little boxes with faces on them, which can then be tapped away for poin
20.01.2012 21:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Briefly: Magnus iPad 2 stand, Typinator gains scripting
Ten One Design has announced the launch of the Magnus, a new magnetic stand for the iPad 2. Constructed from a single piece of aluminum, the stand takes advantage of the iPad 2's built-in magnets and holds the device securely in the landscape orientation. While not designed for use with iPad cases, the stand will still work with thin protective skins. The Magnus can be ordered for $50 through the company's online store, and will begin shipping next week.
20.01.2012 21:05 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple refurbs: Macs for $1000 or less.
At Apple's online store today there is a wide selection of refurbished Macs for $1000 or less. At the low end of the pricing scale is the refurb. Mac mini with a 2.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 2GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive, now only $519. For a little more, $699, is the refurb. Mac mini with a 2.5GHz Intel Dual-Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive.
20.01.2012 21:05 Uhr, MacNN,
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20.01.2012 21:00 Uhr
Intel does the executive shuffle
Time to update your Intel executive playing cards. The chipmaker is doing some serious reshuffling high up in its ranks. The Wall Street Journal is reporting that SVP Brian Krzanich and EVP Dadi Perlmutter will be taking on the roles of chief operating officer and chief product officer, respectively. The big moves come on the heels of some positive looking financial results. The Journal suggests that the decision may be part of the company's attempt to line up a successor for current Intel CEO, Paul Otellini.
20.01.2012 20:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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Apple: Samsung Galaxy Nexus copies slide-to-unlock method
Apple in the same Mannheim Regional Court that just tossed one Samsung patent claim has argued that the Galaxy Nexus is violating a utility model, or a quick-to-establish but short reach legal claim. The iPhone designer alleged on Friday that the Android 4.0 leader violated a slide-to-unlock motion from iOS that was given the utility model status in Germany in 2006. Apple argued that it couldn't use the model until now as other phones, even ones years old, were too new for the claim.
20.01.2012 20:50 Uhr, MacNN,
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Untethered jailbreak for iPhone 4S, iPad 2 available
After months of work, Pod2g, the iPhone Dev Team and the Chronic Dev Team released the untethered jailbreak for the iPad 2 and the iPhone 4S. The jailbreak tool, Absinthe, is compatible with the iPhone 4S running iOS 5.0 or 5.0.1 (9A405 and 9A406) and the iPad 2 Wifi/GSM/CDMA running iOS 5.0.1. The jailbreak tool is available for Mac owners and can be downloaded from greenpois0n's website. A Windows version is in the works. Once you have Absinthe, the jailbreak process should take about 15-20 minutes, but it could take longer as greenpois0n is swamped. If you have any problems, you can hop onto IRC ad connect with the experts at #greenpois0n on http://irc.chronic-dev.org.
20.01.2012 20:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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IRL: The CES 2012 Edition, featuring AirDrop, a new MBP and Crumpler
Welcome to IRL, an ongoing feature where we talk about the gadgets, apps and toys we're using in real life and take a second look at products that already got the formal review treatment. We came, we saw, we collapsed. After seven days in Vegas and 700-plus posts, we'd love nothing more than to catch up on The Daily Show, eat something other than In-N-Out Burger and bask in what we hope will be a slow news week. Alas, though, the show must go on, and so must our gadget ramblings. And what better place to start than with the gear we schlepped to CES? You'd think, like m
20.01.2012 20:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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Samsung: 1 in 10 Koreans owns a Galaxy S II
Samsung on Thursday said it had reached a local milestone at over five million Galaxy S II phones shipped to South Korea. The figure came nine months after its release and helped give Samsung 53 percent share of the smartphone market in its home country. With a total population of nearly 49 million as of a 2010 estimate, the tally would theoretically put the dual-core Android phone in the hands of a tenth of the entire South Korean population.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Real-time: Apple's NYC education event
Apple is starting its New York City education event. The company is expected to introduce a new system to ease publishing textbooks and is rumored to be updating Pages and iBooks, including a possible Mac-native iBooks app. Check our real-time coverage for updates as they appear, starting from 10AM Eastern.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Rumors put Pages '12, iBooks 2, book rentals at Apple event
Apple could announce Pages '12, an iBooks 2.0, and textbooks rentals at this morning's education event in New York City, claims ZDNet's Jason O'Grady in a Twitter post. The writer cites only a "little birdie" for the information but also mentions that iBooks 2.0 could include a version for Lion, and that all three products will be announced by Roger Rosner, Apple's VP in charge of iWork.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple reveals iBooks 2, iBooks Author at NYC education event
(Updated with iBooks Author availability) Presenting at today's education event in New York City, Apple has introduced iBooks 2, a major update of the company's reading app. A strong emphasis of the app is on textbooks, which can include things like movies, animations, and interactive elements, such as the ability to zoom into cell structures in a biology book. Books now also support elements like indexes, glossaries, review questions, and turning highlights or glossary items into study cards. Titles can be read in a new fullscreen mode,
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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iTunes U becomes dedicated app, handles complete courses
Complementing its introduction of iBooks 2, Apple has also announced a separate iTunes U app. While superficially resembling iBooks, the title is capable of presenting complete online courses, including syllabi, reading material, media, and interactive content. Teachers can update courses with bulletins, such as new assignments, which trigger notifications for students. When an assignment is done, a student can mark it as complete.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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iTunes 10.5.3 adds support for iBooks textbooks
Following its announcements of iBooks 2 and the iTunes U app, Apple has released iTunes 10.5.3. The update is a relatively minor one, explicitly intended to support the new interactive textbooks made possible by iBooks 2. It may also provide a backend for iTunes U, since the latter app supports buying and downloading online course material.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Nike+ FuelBand tracks steps, calories, NikeFuel metrics
Nike+ has just introduced its latest product, the FuelBand. It pairs with a dedicated iOS app to measure a wearer's daily activity levels, returning metrics such as time, calories burned, steps taken and a newly created NikeFuel. The wristband can display these on its own display composed of 100 white LEDs, but the iOS app makes them easier to understand and allows them to be stored. An airplane mode is present, and the band will store metrics until it can offload them to the website or iOS device. All navigation is done through a single button on the wristband.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Hands-on: iBooks 2 and how it takes on Amazon, Kno
Apple committed iOS to education in a big way at its event by launching iBooks 2. We've taken a look at Apple's first dip into a full digital textbook platform and come back fairly impressed. Read ahead for more details and what this might mean for Amazon, Kno, and others hoping to get into e-books for schools.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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iBooks Author FAQ shows publishing, technical limits [u]
(Updated with iTunes Connect info) In tandem with the announcement of iBooks Author, Apple has published a support document illustrating some details. The company notes, for instance, that while books can be published to the iBookstore as free or paid titles, they can also be exported as separate PDF, text, or iBooks files for distribution elsewhere, though only for free. Selling on the iBookstore requires registration, and a copy of iTunes Producer; submitting to iTunes U requires an iTunes U website.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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EU to rule on Google-Motorola merger February 13
The European Commission on Thursday set a February 13 deadline for its decision on whether or not it will approve Google's acquisition of Motorola. The fixed date came after Google brought forward documents requested during a temporary freeze of its approval process. EC staff haven't given clues as how they might rule and are likely to remain silent on their opinion until the ruling.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Twitter buys Summify news service
Summify confirmed Thursday that it had been bought by Twitter. The move will give Twitter access to aggregated news from users' Twitter feeds, which Summify streamlined in daily e-mail. It warned that the service would gradually ramp down before being closed as the team moves to San Francisco.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple posts videos from NYC education event [u]
(Updated with event stream) Apple has released the promotional video played at today's press event in New York City. The clip primarily pushes Apple's new textbook format, and the use of iPads in education. It also complains about the state of modern education, though, suggesting that Apple technology will help spark kids' interest in learning.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Hands-on: iTunes U app
Apple as part of many education introductions Thursday put out iTunes U as a self-contained app (App Store). The title turns what was once ultimately a glorified podcast section and turns it into a system that can be used for full, active courses. We're taking a look at an app to see how well it works in practice.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple updates Brother printer drivers to 2.8.1
Apple last night released a driver update for Brother printers, v2.8.1. As with most such updates, Apple isn't identifying exact changes; the code does, however, include the latest Brother printing and scanning software. The download requires OS X 10.6.1 or later, and measures 149.61MB, making it comparatively small for a printer update package.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Microsoft joins Apple in backing same-sex marriage
Microsoft took a rare socially-oriented political stand on Thursday with a statement endorsing Washington state legislation that would clear same-sex marriage. The Windows developer was joining a handful of other companies in the state, including Nike and RealNetworks, in saying Senate Bill 6239 and HB 2516 would be positive for the state as a whole. General Counsel Brad Smith argued that Microsoft needed a "workforce that is as diverse as our customers" and that the company would be at a disadvantage if it excluded same-sex couples that wanted to marry.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Microsoft posts record revenue, but Windows drops 6% [U]
(Update on PC decline reasons) Microsoft on Thursday revealed record results that masked underlying problems with its core Windows business. It generated $20.5 billion in revenue in the fall, a five percent increase from the same season a year earlier. Most of the increases came from its server business and the Xbox-related Entertainment & Devices group, each of which grew their own revenue by 11 percent and 15 percent.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple exporting store-within-a-store concept to Harrods ?
Apple is planning to bring its store-within-a-store concept to the Harrods department store in London, England, sources within the latter company are said to claim. The store is a significant tourist attraction in the city, thanks to its unique architecture and size. Harrods spans 5 acres, with about 1 million square feet of showfloor space.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Android up to 250m devices as Google misses overall targets
Google while discussing its latest results revealed that there had been a total of 250 million Android devices activated in the platform's history. It had activated 50 million new devices since the start of the fall. Android Market had itself added another billion in app downloads in just over a month since reaching 10 billion.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Genius DX-ECO mouse uses capacitor to recharge in minutes
Taiwanese computer peripherals maker Genius has just released its DX-ECO BlueEye Mouse. The mouse centers on a recharge time of just three minutes and will allow the mouse to last a whole day thanks to its use of a capacitor rather than a traditional battery. The gold capacitor has a quoted life of 100,000 recharges.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Behringer intros three mixers that integrate the iPad
Just ahead of the NAMM show, Behringer has introduced three new Xenyx-series mixers that are meant to integrate Apple's iPad into the process. The small format mixers all sport an iPad dock that allows for two-way communication between the mixer and iPad. They have a stereo USB audio interface that connects to a Windows or Mac OS X computer for recording as well.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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iBooks 2 code holds iPad 3-friendly 2X resolution graphics
A quick search of the assets for iBooks 2 has all but cemented the likelihood of a 2048x1536 iPad 3 display. Along with including iPhone and regular iPad sizes for its individual images, the new app includes "iPad@2x" artwork for the book cover, BGR noted. Other assets also mention "2x," although Apple sometimes doesn't need to mention which device the resolution is for.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Zeal Optics intro 1080p, 8MP iON ski goggles
Snow sports accessory maker Zeal Optics has expanded its sports google line with the debut of the iON Google, a visor that also includes a 1080p HD camera that can capture video and sound, or 8MP still images. The camera features a 170-degree wide angle, fixed "infinity" focus and automatic light-level adjustment, storing its media on a micro-SD card. It also has an in-goggle viewfinder.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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IHS iSuppli guesses Windows Phone to pass iPhone by 2015
IHS iSuppli made an optimistic estimate late Wednesday that Windows Phone would overtake the iPhone in market share by 2015. It saw Nokia's switch to Windows Phones like the Lumia 900 as a catalyst, taking Windows Phone from just 1.9 percent in 2011 to nine percent in 2012 and 16.7 percent in 2015. At that rate, it would just be ahead of Apple, which researchers thought would have 16.7 percent.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Time Warner Cable's TV streaming reaches iPhone
Time Warner Cable answered a frequent call for its TV streaming by making its TWC TV app universal (App Store). iPhone and iPod touch users can now stream live shows like their iPad counterparts. They also get an optimized version of the program guide as well as DVR and remote controls.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Briefly: iDrive updates iOS app, RingO line gains Flex Mount
iDrive has launched a new version of its mobile app that allows users to access an online storage account and share files while on the go. The dedicated iOS app has been updated with native iPad support, and now allows users to backup contacts, photos, videos and more over a WiFi or 3G connection. In addition, several enhancements have been made to improve performance. A free 5GB account is offered to all customers, while 150GB and 500GB plans are available for $5 and $15 per month respectively. Alternatively, business plans range from 50GB up to 1TB with priority cu
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Numark intros iDJ pro controller for iPads running Djay
Numark has introduced a new DJ controller, the iDJ Pro, that is designed to work with an iPad running Algoriddim's Djay app. The brushed-aluminum housing integrates a 30-pin dock connector, placing the iPad flat between a traditional dual-platter configuration.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple wins patents for Siri, non-rectangular batteries, more
Apple has been awarded a patent for its implementation of Siri, crediting original Siri inventor Thomas Gruber and others with the technology, which covers both its original format and its current Apple-enhanced incarnation. The company was also granted two patents related to battery technology, including a certification on non-rectangular battery shapes that may herald future devices. There's also a hint that Apple has quietly bought another company.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Akai intros MPC Fly pad controller for iPad 2
Akai has introduced the MPC Fly, a compact music production center designed specifically for the iPad 2. The tablet connects to a dock connector within the hinged case, enabling users to take advantage of buttons, including 16 backlit pads and several other controls, while working with Akai's MPC app on the iPad's touchscreen display.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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DSPanel adds Mac, Linux, Unix support to BI program
DSPanel has utilized Java to create multi-platform native versions of its Performance Canvas Studio for Mac OS X, Linux and Unix as well as its original Windows platform. The suite is the company's flagship product for business intelligence (BI) correlation of various data sources and is also accessible on mobile devices via the web. The program is "multi-tenant" meaning databases can be set up to serve multiple clients, organizations or users to access the data.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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MakeMusic to release Finale Notepad, iPad viewer soon
Music software company MakeMusic kicked off its NAMM industry trade show presence with a pair of announcements: in February, the company will make an as-yet-untitled iPad viewer app available for its Finale sheet-music users that will let them view print and play electronic sheet music. It also announced an improved 2012 version of its Finale NotePad.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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RedPad aims to be $1,600 anti-iPad for Chinese government
A Chinese company has tried to create the antithesis of the iPad for China in what may be unintentional irony. The RedPad Number One, as described in Wall Street Journal anecdotes, would have the same 9.7-inch screen, dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 chip, and even an iOS-like app tray but would be an Android 3.2 tablet tailored to the Communist Party. Its 9,999 yuan price, equivalent to $1,584, was supposedly to load it with government-related apps, such as checking for accredited journalists or reading supposedly private updates on officials from People's Daily or the micr
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Follow-up: Google stock falls in after-hours trading
Google (GOOG) reported solid earnings, record Android numbers and 25 percent year-over-year growth on Thursday but failed to satisfy analysts and investors, who noted that growth was slower than previous quarters and that its average "cost per click" (CPC) price had gone down for the first time in two years. Though the stock initially rose on the increased revenues, later analysis of the results triggered a sharp fall-off that saw the company lose nine percent in after-hours trading.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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SubRosaSoft updates MacForensicsLab to v4, more Mac native
Software maker SubRosaSoft is now offering the latest version of its Mac-based forensic analysis tool, MacForensicsLab 4.0. The company says it has re-written the app to take full advantage of built-in Mac OS X technologies such as Core Data, redesigned main window navigation, improved its bookmark management and auditing function and now offers a new search function. The new version now requires a USB authorization device to work.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple wins latest skirmish as Samsung 3G claim tossed
Apple has won the latest skirmish in its ongoing patent war with Samsung that is currently being waged across 10 countries, according to Reuters. A German court in Mannheim has dismissed Samsungís claim that Apple was infringing on its 3G wireless patents. Samsung responded by saying that the ruling only covers one patent and that the German court has yet to hand down its decision on two additional 3G-related patents.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Jailbreak inbound for A5-based iPhone 4S and iPad 2
The iPhone Dev Team have announced that they are close to releasing the Corona A5 jailbreak for the iPhone 4S and iPad 2. The team says that it has overcome the technical hurdles associated with the underlying technique and that all that remains is bug fixes before a general release is made available. The release will work on iPhone 4Sí running iOS 5.0 (9A334), 5.0.1 (9A405) and 5.0.1 (9A406), as well as the iPad 2 running iOS 5.01 (9A405).
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Verizon may launch Voice over LTE in early 2013
Verizon may roll out Voice-over-LTE (VoLTE) in early 2013. Citing industry sources, Light Reading Mobile claims that Verizonís VoLTE service will go live nationwide next year and that it has been successfully trialing an IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)-based app in two markets. Verizon had originally hoped to launch the service in 2012, although if it begins its roll out before the end of the year, it may be in limited markets.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Amazon Kindle Fire orders reportedly cut in half to 3m
Amazon's hot sales of the Kindle Fire during the holidays may not have been sustainable if industry rumors are accurate. Part suppliers claimed to Digitimes Friday that, after shipping six million of the Android tablets in the fall, orders were now down to three million for the winter. The drop was "in line" with anticipation of a post-holiday drop, the insiders claimed, although such a decline would still be steep.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Public evidence shows Apple, Adobe had no-poaching pact
Newly publicized evidence in the wake of an agreement to stop no-poaching deals among Silicon Valley technology companies has shown that several firms did ultimately have deals but stopped short of colluding on a larger level. Although short on details of the supposed Apple-Google agreement, an e-mail message from Adobe Senior VP of human resources Theresa Townsley confirmed that Adobe and Apple had an informal rule against hiring each other's staff. At least in 2005, Adobe chief Bruce Chizen and Apple's Steve Jobs had blocked attempts to get each other's staff.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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iPhone gets CDMA-2000 network access license in China
China Telecom has taken a step closer to getting the iPhone for the first time, the Wall Street Journal reports. An unspecified iPhone model has just received a CDMA-2000 network access license from China's Telecommunication Equipment Certification Center, clearing another hurdle for sale. Telecom operates a CDMA network, but the only mainland Chinese iPhone carrier at the moment is China Unicom, which like most iPhone carriers worldwide is GSM-based.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Vevo may jump to Facebook, posts song-matching iPhone app
Music video provider Vevo might shift its library from YouTube to Facebook if leaks are accurate. The service is believed in "very preliminary" talks that would see Facebook host the content and split ad revenue, CNET understood. The two sides had met "at least twice" and as recently as within two weeks.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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DealNN roundup: refurb. 2.7GHz iMac, drops to $1249
Today's deals from DealNN include discounted iMacs, monitors, and more. Apple's online store this week is offering price breaks on a wide range of refurbished iMacs, one of which is the refurb. 2.7GHz iMac with a quad-core Intel Core i5 processor, 21.5-inch widescreen display, 4GB of RAM, and 1TB hard drive. Currently featured at DealNN, this particular iMac has now dropped $250 in price and can be purchased for only $1249.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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PIPA, SOPA bills postponed after protests
Both Congress and the Senate have delayed votes on their joint controversial Senate majority leader Harry Reid has stated that he decided to at least delay the vote on the controversial Protect IP Act (PIPA). He explained it as a reaction to "recent events," a euphemism for the widescale protests that turned numerous Senators against the bill.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Apple Stores coming to India, government official hints
Apple could open retail stores in India following a change in local ownership rules, says a senior official with the country's Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion. Apple has been in talks with the department for "some time," according to local business publication Mint, and is allegedly eager to retry the Indian market after having failed to make headway in 2006. Under previous rules, single-brand retailers like Apple would have had to have had at least a 49 percent domestic investment; now they can claim full ownership.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Touchtv pseudo-TV arrives on iPad, gets LG deal
Startup firm SkyGrid has formally rolled out a platform for on-demand streaming of major TV networks. Touchtv, launching first on the iPad (free, App Store), includes TV from the four major broadcast networks as well as Discovery, ESPN, and others. Viewers make personalized channel listings in a format meant to partly replicate traditional TV.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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UBS calls for just 12 million iPads in Apple Q1 results
UBS analyst Maynard Um is calling for 30 million iPhones in Apple's fiscal Q1 results -- set to be announced January 24th -- but just 12 million iPads, according to Barron's. The publication notes that Um's figure sits below Wall Street consensus, which is roughly 13 to 14 million units. iPad estimates have been coming down though, Barron's adds.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Intel sees big executive shuffle as PC leads move up, across
Intel on Friday shook up its executive structure at both technical and formal levels. To reward Dadi Perlmutter's responsibility for the chip architecture group, he would be promoted to the spot of chief product officer to take up responsibilities given by newly full-time executive chairman Andy Bryant. He would still head up architecture, but would take on a wider responsibility.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Raspberry Pi tweaked to run Apple AirPlay
The sub-$40 Raspberry Pi single-board computer has now been shown to be able to support Apple's AirPlay wireless media streaming thanks to a tweak. The ARM-based, Debian Linux-running system can stream from an iPad to a connected HDTV, as shown in the video below. While there was a bit of a delay before it started, the YouTube video otherwise played back without a hitch on the big screen.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Absinthe wireless jailbreak for iPhone 4S, iPad 2 goes live
The promised iPhone 4S and iPad 2 untethered jailbreak has been posed as of Friday. Absinthe lets Mac users crack iOS 5 on the modern Apple hardware to run Cydia as well as other unsigned apps. Demand is such that the main host, greenpois0n, is currently having trouble; Chronic Dev Team contributor Josh Hill warned that the jailbreak might not run at first, since it's dependent on reaching the greenpois0n site.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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McGraw-Hill in textbook talks with Apple since at least June
Prior to yesterday's textbook announcement, McGraw-Hill had been in talks with Apple since at least June, an AllThingsD interview reveals. "Sitting and listening to all of this, I wish Steve Jobs was here," says McGraw-Hill CEO Terry McGraw. "I was with him in June this past year, and we were talking about some of the benchmarks, and some of the things that we were trying to do together. He should be here. He probably is. This was his vision, this was his idea, and it all had to do with the iPad."
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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'Samsunged' Galaxy S II ad presages Super Bowl spot
Samsung has resumed its ads jabbing iPhone 4S waiters with a new spot as part of what should ultimately lead to a Super Bowl promo. The 30-second clip shows more iPhone queues, this time at night, and touts the Galaxy S II's advantage of having Google Maps Navigation. When asked how much he paid for the app, the Android phone owner says he "just has it" for free.
20.01.2012 20:20 Uhr, MacNN,
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Ask TUAW: How do I setup a Mac with both an SSD and a regular hard drive?
Reader Mark R. Friedman wrote in to ask about setting up a Mac Pro with an SSD in the second optical drive, keeping the /Users folder on another drive; he wasn't sure how to do it. Macworld just discussed one method, using the built-in home folder path controls in System Preferences. The magic begins with right-clicking or Control-clicking the user name in the Users preference pane, which allows you to access the Advanced Options that control where the home folder lives o
20.01.2012 20:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Adafruit Flora lets you wear your open-source love on your sleeve
Let's face it, not every occasion calls for pulsating cufflinks, so Adafruit is offering up a little more diversity in its wearable line with Flora, an open-source electronics platform that you can wear on your person. The 1.75-inch board is not quite available for sale, but it's currently being put through some real-world testing. The platform features built-in USB support and will offer up modules for Bluetooth, GPS, OLED and a bunch more. No word on an exact date, though Adafruit has a page you can visit to sign up for shipping notifications, which h
20.01.2012 20:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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20.01.2012 20:00 Uhr
Daily Update for January 20, 2012
It's the TUAW Daily Update, your source for Apple news in a convenient audio format. You'll get all the top Apple stories of the day in three to five minutes for a quick review of what's happening in the Apple world. You can listen to today's Apple stories by clicking the inline player (requires Flash) or the non-Flash link below. To subscribe to the podcast for daily listening through iTunes, click here.
20.01.2012 19:50 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Korg unveils two new Kaoss family members, brings anarchy to your pocket
Two K-words we're almost always pleased to hear: Korg and Kaoss. Good, then, that the former has decided to make more of the latter -- the mini Kaoss Pad 2, and Kaossilator 2, to be precise. Both new editions will slip in your pocket, and are dominated by that all-important X-Y pad. The mini Kaoss Pad 2 is all about effects, packing 100 programs, three memory slots, and MP3 playback (with pitch adjust). The traditional flanger, filter, delay, and reverb ear candy are also joined by looper, vinyl break, and ducking
20.01.2012 19:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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Erster Untethered-Jailbreak für iPhone 4S & iPad 2
Das Chronic Dev Team hat in Zusammenarbeit mit dem iOS-Jailbreaker pod2g ein Tool zur Verfügung gestellt, mit dem sich ein Untethered-Jailbreak bei einem iPhone 4S und einem iPad der zweiten Generation (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaApple: Lehrbücher fürs iPad & Produktions-SoftwareWindows Phone: ZTE Tania kommt nach Europa
20.01.2012 19:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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greenpois0n: iPhone 4S Jailbreak verfügbar
Seit wenigen Minuten steht der erste Untethered Jailbreak für iPhone 4S und iPad 2 zum Download bereit.
Greenpois0n “Absinthe 0.1.2-1” ermöglicht den nicht-kabelgebundenen Jailbreak von iOS 5.0 (9A334), iOS 5.0.1 (9A405) sowie iOS 5.0.1 (9A406) auf allen Geräten mit Apple A5 Chip.
20.01.2012 19:35 Uhr, BENM.AT,
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iPhone 4 und iPhone 4S ab sofort auch ohne Kamera erhältlich
Die Kamera des iPhones stellt für viele Eigentümer zwar eine praktische Alternative zu einer "echten" Kamera dar, in manchen Geschäftsbereichen ist diese Funktion aber gar nicht gern gesehen. Immerhin kann das iPhone dank hochauflösender Kamera auch als Spionage-Werkzeug zum Einsatz kommen.
20.01.2012 19:35 Uhr, Maclife,
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LED-Lampe von Ikea aufgemotzt
Mit einem AVR-Mikroprozessor und einer Bluetooth-Schnittstelle ausgestattet wird aus dem Billig-Moodlight ein feines RGB-Licht, das sich per Android-App fernsteuern lässt.
20.01.2012 19:20 Uhr, Heise,
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The iDevice cases of CES
If you review cases I have to feel bad for you. With so many to choose from, it must be like reviewing bags of sugar. By now there are also only so many ways to skin an iPhone, so the cases you see tend to be decorative, protective or novelty. That's about it. And we saw hundreds of cases at CES.
In the gallery below there's a sampling of some of the hundreds of cases we saw. From scented and minimal to sporty and sturdy to gaudy and impractical, there's a case out there for each and every one of you. Walk among the aisles and wind up with the same thousand-yard stare we did after seeing such choice. Now you realize why they only carry so many in your favorite retailer's iOS accessory section. Retailers make the tough decisions of which of these cases might
20.01.2012 19:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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20.01.2012 19:00 Uhr
Megaupload: Schmitz schloss sich in Panikraum ein
Die neuseeländischen Behörden haben nach der Festnahme der Betreiber des bekannten Filesharing-Portals Megaupload.com Details zu ihrem Vorgehen bekannt gegeben. Der Deutsche Kim Kimble Schmitz, der von der (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaNach SOPA-Protest: Plötzlich sind fast alle dagegenPasswort-Tausch als Liebesbeweis unter Teenagern
20.01.2012 18:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Das iPhone ohne Kamera: Dafür zahlt man doch gern mehr!
Der singapurische Mobilfunkbetreiber, M1, gibt seinen Kunden seit neuestem die Möglichkeit, ein iPhone 4 als auch 4S ohne eine Kamera zu erwerben. Was für die meisten eher nach einer schlechten Nachricht klingt, dürfte einige Bewohner des Stadtstaates durchaus freuen, da visuelle Speichermedien in einigen Berufsgruppen in Singapur verboten sind. Für all jene, die darauf gewartet
20.01.2012 18:35 Uhr, apfelnews,
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Gentleman's Boombox: Handwerker-Bass, natürlich selbstgemacht (mit Videoanleitung)
Filed under: Stereoanlagen
Der amerikanische Bastler Floyd Davis IV hat sich darauf spezialisiert, aus Koffern oder Werkzeugkisten ziemlich amtliche Boomboxen zu bauen. Eines ist klar, schöner kann man die Garage nicht mit Bass versorgen. Bei einer amerikanischen Heimwerker-Show zeigt Davis, wie er eine Gentleman's Boombox, so seine Namenskreation, herstellt. Gar nicht so schwer, glaubt man den Bekundungen des H
20.01.2012 18:35 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Absinthe A5 jailbreak released for iPhone 4S, Hacker Dream Team makes untethered dreams come true
Been waiting with baited breath to liberate that dual-core A5 within your shiny, white (we presume) Jony Ive-designed device? Well, you can exhale now, as a "Dream Team" of iOS hackers have just released Absinthe A5: an untethered solution for the iPhone 4S and iPad 2. For the uninitiated, this particular hack will not only free your handset or tablet from Apple's controlling grasp, it'll also retain the jailbreak upon reboot. But don't just thank this hacker collective for the successful effort, you can direct some of that applause to yourselves, as over ten million users submitted crash reports which led to the discovery of the exploit. But enough of the backstory -- head on over to the source to get your
20.01.2012 18:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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Stärkere Kontrolle des Online-Lebensmittel-Handels
Der Online-Handel nimmt stetig zu und auch Lebensmittel sind inzwischen bei verschiedenen Anbietern mit einem Mausklick zu kaufen. Neben zahlreichen Vorteilen berge das wachsende Marktsegment jedoch auch neue (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaIntel-Chef preist die Wachstums-Potenziale in ChinaGoogle: Dunkle Wolken über dem Kerngeschäft
20.01.2012 18:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Blizzard: Diablo 3 ohne Mystikerin, aber mit Stadtportalen
Es ist noch nicht lange her, da gab es Spekulationen über eine Veröffentlichung von Diablo 3 am 1. Februar 2012. Spieler müssen wohl noch länger warten: Chefentwickler Jay Wilson listet in einem langen Blogeintrag eine Reihe signifikanter Änderungen für die nächsten Betaversionen auf. (Games, Blizzard)
20.01.2012 18:20 Uhr, golem,
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iRig Pre makes iOS device a pre-amp
IK Multimedia is always coming out with new ways for musicians to use their iOS devices to assist in performing or recording. Now the company has introduced the iRig PRE, a mic preamp designed to let you use standard XLR mics with your iPhone or iPad.
The unit (US$39.99) won't be available until the early part of the second quarter of 2012, but when it's finally in the hands of music makers everywhere, they'll enjoy the features of the iRig PRE. It's powered by a standard 9V battery, and can amp up a dynamic mic for up to 40 hours or a condenser mic for up to 15 hours. The dongle, which plugs into the headset port on your device, also has a 3.5 mm jack for monitoring your music, auto gain control, and the aforementioned XLR jack.
IK Multi
20.01.2012 18:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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The Engadget Show is live tonight with Red Cameras, MakerBot and the coolest gadgets of CES!
Are you ready for this? We sure are. We're back from CES, just slightly worse for wear, and we've got a lot to discuss. We're going to kick off the first Engadget Show of 2012 with a parade of some of last week's hottest gadgets. We'll also be taking a look at Apple's new education initiative, giving you a behind the scenes tour of Engadget's CES trailer and taking you straight to the show floor. MakerBot's Bre Pettis will be popping in to discuss the company's new Replicator 3D printer and we'll be getting some serious hands-on time with the latest camera from Red. Also, rock and roll and surprises! Keep your browser
20.01.2012 18:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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Xbox: Microsoft bestätigt Farb-Probleme bei Videos
Microsoft hat bestätigt, dass es seit der Veröffentlichung des jüngsten Dashboard-Updates für seine Spielkonsole Xbox 360 bei Videos und bestimmten Video-Apps zu Problemen mit der Farbdarstellung kommt. (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaFBI schließt MegaUpload.com - Betreiber verhaftetMicrosoft-Quartal: Umsatz gestiegen, Gewinn nicht
20.01.2012 18:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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20.01.2012 18:00 Uhr
Port der Woche: Skyrim auf Taschenrechner
Filed under: Games
Wahre Skyrim-Fans wollen ihr Lieblingscomputerspiel natürlich auf jedes nur erdenkliche Device portieren. Was läge also näher, als ein für seine buchstäblich dufte Rechenleistung bekannter Taschenrechner wie der TI-84 von Texas Instrume
20.01.2012 17:50 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Windows Phone kostet pro Smartphone 18-24 Euro
Der chinesische Smartphonehersteller ZTE hat im Zuge der Vorstellung seines ersten Windows Phones erstmals Angaben darüber gemacht, wie viel Microsoft von seinen Hardware-Partnern für eine Lizenz seines (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaMicrosoft-Quartal: Umsatz gestiegen, Gewinn nicht'RedPad': Das (teure) Tablet für Chinas Parteikader
20.01.2012 17:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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PIPA and SOPA votes pushed back in the face of overwhelming opposition
In the face of overwhelming opposition from just about every major technology company and the general public, the US Senate and House have decided to delay votes on the anti-piracy bills known as PIPA (Senate) and SOPA (House). Majority leader Harry Reid and Judiciary Committee Chairman Lamar Smith both announced that upcoming work on the acts would be delayed, "until there is wider agreement on a
20.01.2012 17:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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Apple Education Event: iBooks 2, iBook Author & iTunes U
Am gestrigen Abend, zu hiesiger Zeit, stellte Apple im Guggenheim Museum in New York im Rahmen des Education Events eine neue Version von „iBooks“ vor, welche interaktive Möglichkeiten mitbringt. Des Weiteren wurde die Mac-App „iTunes Author“ zum Erstellen solcher Bücher vorgestellt.
20.01.2012 17:35 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Vim im App Store
Der Texteditor liegt nun auch in einer iOS-Version vor, sowohl fürs iPad als auch fürs iPhone. Einige systemseitige Einschränkungen sind allerdings zu beachten.
20.01.2012 17:20 Uhr, Mac & i,
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T-Mobile's 'Nudge, nudge' bonuses revealed
Walk into any T-Mobile store and dither a bit and you'll find a cavalcade of freebies thrown in. The operator's outlined an "under the counter" bonus to coax fence-dwelling customers to open their wallets. Upgrade to "Unlimited-Premium 5GB" or "Unlimited-Ultra 10GB," wink at the cashier and tap your nose three times (we made the last two up, we admit) and a $15 "Mobile Hotspot" and $5 "MobileLife Album Plus" could appear in your package. In the corporate missive TmoNews scooped above, the company wants to keep these as a secret sweetener, but will add both if you request them directly. We'd suggest you pull your finger out, because when everyone starts asking for them, we can't imagine it s
20.01.2012 17:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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CPU für nächste Xbox: Prototypen sind wohl in Arbeit
Der neue Prozessor für die nächste Generation von Microsofts Spielekonsole Xbox soll bereits vor einigen Wochen den Tape-out-Status erreicht haben. Das heißt: Die Entwicklung auf dem Papier ist abgeschlossen. (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaNamco Bandai: Qualität bei F2P-Spielen unmöglichMicrosoft-Quartal: Umsatz gestiegen, Gewinn nicht
20.01.2012 17:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Apple beschreibt in neuem Patentantrag flexiblere Akku-Formen
Die von Apple verbauten Akkus in iPad, iPhone, iPod touch und MacBook stellen in der bisherigen Form immer ein Quader dar. Aufgrund der vielen Kanten und Ecken lassen sich die Akkus dadurch allerdings nur eingeschränkt im Gehäuseinneren platzieren. In einem Patent beschreibt Apple daher neue Möglichkeiten, die Form des Akkus durch mehrere Schichten so zu verändern, dass der Akku auch Bereiche am Gehäuserand nutzen kann. Hierbei lässt sic
20.01.2012 17:20 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Twitter buys iPhone app Summify
Summify is a curation service that cherry picks the most important news from your twitter stream. Known to many because of its iOS app, Summify helped you eliminate the noise coming from Twitter. In an announcement that'll likely disappoint its users, the Vancouver-based company confirmed on Thursday that it's being acquired by Twitter and shutting down the service.
In a blog post, Summify detailed this transition from standalone service to Twitter property. Starting yeasterday, the Summify app is no longer available from the App Store, and the service is no longer accepting new account registrations. Profile and influence pages are also being removed immediately. Email summaries wi
20.01.2012 17:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Escea DX1500: Kamin mit Internet und eigener App
Filed under: Haushaltstechnik
Eigentlich meint man ja, dass ein offenes Feuer daheim vor allem für die gewisse Portion nostalgische Archaik in den eigenen vier Wänden sorgen soll. Aber genauso wie es Menschen gibt, die sich LED-beleuchtete, elektrische Pfeffermühlen kaufen, dürfte es auch wohlhabende Bauherren geben, die ihrem Kamin, so weit man solch ein Gas-Gerät überhaupt noch so nennen darf, gerne einen
20.01.2012 17:05 Uhr, Engadget german,
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News: SwitchEasy debuts Lux for iPhone 4/4S
SwitchEasy has launched its new Lux case for the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. The Lux is an open-faced hard case constructed from leather with a microfiber lining to protect and clean the iPhone when being inserted and removed from the case. The case also features a top insert design for easy day-to-day use with a small elastic flap to hold the device securely in place. The SwitchEasy Lux is available now in black, white or tan and sells for $30 and includes…
20.01.2012 17:05 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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20.01.2012 17:00 Uhr
Report: Lion
files vs. documents vs. databases vs. bundles; printer compatibility issues; and iOS-like systems vs. professional needs
20.01.2012 16:50 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Report: Apple
looking at announcements about reinventing educational publishing and replacing textbooks with e-books distributed on iPads
20.01.2012 16:50 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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News: Singaporean carrier offers iPhone 4/4S models without cameras
AFP reports that Singaporean iPhone carrier M1 has begun selling special no-camera versions of the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S designed to meet the requirements of Singapore’s defence ministry, where military personnel are banned from taking camera or other image-capturing devices into army facilities. M1 began offering the no-camera versions of the standard iPhone 4/4S models today via its web site and retail stores, in all available capacities…
20.01.2012 16:50 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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News: SwithEasy debuts Lux for iPhone 4/4S
SwitchEasy has launched its new Lux case for the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. The Lux is an open-faced hard case constructed from leather with a microfiber lining to protect and clean the iPhone when being inserted and removed from the case. The case also features a top insert design for easy day-to-day use with a small elastic flap to hold the device securely in place. The SwitchEasy Lux is available now in black, white or tan and sells for $30 and includes…
20.01.2012 16:50 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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Review: Namco SoulCalibur
Soul Edge’s cast of characters felt like a largely serious bunch, marking the debut of the beautiful Greek swordstress Sophitia, vaguely monsterous dagger-wielding Voldo, classical German longsword warrior Siegfried, and Japanese-inspired samurai/ninja pair Mitsurugi and Taki, amongst others. SoulCalibur strategically tweaked the fighters to include more youthful and fantasy influences, adding characters such as the expanding sword-wielding…
20.01.2012 16:50 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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Anonymous neue Waffe
Wer einen Link beim Kurznachrichtendienst Twitter anklickt, nimmt unter Umständen ungewollt an einem DDoS-Angriff auf das US-Justizministerium teil.
20.01.2012 16:50 Uhr, Heise,
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[App-Test] Caverns of Minos
Das fünfte Spiel von Jeff Minter ist gleich eine Mischung mehrerer Retro-Klassiker: Caverns of Mars trifft Lunar Lander in diesem gewohnt wilden Actionspiel. Die Rettungsaktion in den Höhlen von Minos ist alles andere als einfach, denn eine ganze Reihe Gegner wollen verhindern, dass wertvolle
20.01.2012 16:49 Uhr, Maclife,
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Human Birdwings project takes flight... on video!
Just now catching up with the Human Birdwings project? Nice timing. The human flight machine -- built by Jarnos Smeets to rely on a Wiimote and Wildfire S, among other niceties -- has just enjoyed its first moments of liftoff. In essence, the wings were strapped onto a willing Earthling, and as he began to flap his arms well, it's a sight you need to see to fully appreciate. We'll confess that the "flight" didn't last long, but Jarno himself told us that it was but a first "test run." Promising? Oh, yes. Head on past the break for the vid.
20.01.2012 16:49 Uhr, Engadget,
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PIPA-Abstimmung nach Web-Protesten verschoben
Senator Harry Reid, Majority Leader (Mehrheitsführer der Demokratischen Partei) im US-Senat, hat angekündigt, dass die für nächste Woche angesetzte Abstimmung über den Protect IP Act (PIPA) verschoben wird. (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaCyber-Mobbing: Forscher beleuchten die BeobachterFBI schließt MegaUpload.com - Betreiber verhaftet
20.01.2012 16:49 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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MegaUpload: Edelfuhrpark mit seltsamen Namen von CEO Kim Schmitz konfisziert
Nachdem der Filesharing-Service MegaUpload von offizieller Seite dicht gemacht wurde, steht nun auch der neuseeländische Hacker und Gründer Kim "Dotcom" Schmitz ziemlich unter Beschuss. Nicht nur, dass der exzentrische Schmitz vorerst festgenommen wurde, jetzt wurde auch noch sein umfangreicher millionenschwere Fuhrpark konfisziert. Wie man sehen kann, hat Schmitz eine Vorliebe für dicke Mercedes und knuffige Kennzeichen. Neben GOD, HACKER, GUILTY, MA
20.01.2012 16:20 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Camera-less iPhone 4S now available in Singapore, military approves
Rhyming schemes aside, it's hard to imagine why anyone would want a camera-less iPhone 4S. But that's exactly what Singaporean operator M1 is offering today, with the launch of a new line of "non-camera" iPhones. As it turns out, Singapore's military prohibits its soldiers from owning camera-equipped cellphones, which presents problems for the many men who have to serve a mandatory two-year term. With M1's new mo
20.01.2012 16:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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Megaupload: Anwalt erklärt die Folgen für Nutzer
Für die Nutzer des Filehosters Megaupload kann dessen Schließung unterschiedliche Folgen haben. Ein Risiko besteht für jene, die urheberrechtlich geschütztes Material hochgeladen haben. Downloader haben (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaMicrosoft-Quartal: Umsatz gestiegen, Gewinn nichtIntel-Chef preist die Wachstums-Potenziale in China
20.01.2012 16:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Anleger-Prozess gegen Telekom geht weiter
Die seit mehr als zehn Jahren andauernde gerichtliche Auseinandersetzung zwischen der Deutschen Telekom und Tausenden Kleinanlegern wird am Mittwoch fortgesetzt. Ein Ende ist aber noch nicht in Sicht.
20.01.2012 16:20 Uhr, Heise,
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Friday Favorite: After the Deadline
I spend a lot of time in the web browser, so much that I use web apps more than their standalone counterparts. I use twitter.com to compose a tweet, gmail.com to check my email and so on. As a result, I use several plug-ins and extensions to improve the efficiency of my online work. In a previous Friday Favorite, I covered Lazarus, a form recovery tool. Today, I'm going to tell you about After The Deadline, an extension for Firefox or Chrome that'll spell and grammar check your writing.
After the Deadline works with most text fields in a web browser. It appears as a small ABC icon in the bottom right corner of a text box. When you're done typing
20.01.2012 16:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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20.01.2012 16:00 Uhr
Twitter buys Summify, helps you automatically turn off the noise
Summify is a beloved little news-curation platform that works out (based on your reading habits and those of your friends) what news is most relevant to you. Yesterday the Vancouver-based start-up announced that it had been snapped up by Twitter and will commence shutting down in the next week. Fortunately, the team is relocating down to the micro-blogging site's San Francisco base, ostensibly to bake the service into forthcoming variations of the site -- which might be enough to stop us complaining about losing our retweets panel. Hopefully this means that we can dial out all the noise about Lindsay Lohan without having to ask
20.01.2012 15:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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Sechster Teil von Resident Evil offiziell angekündigt
Capcom, die Macher der legendären Survival-Horror-Reihe, haben den sechsten Teil von Resident Evil angekündigt. Das Spiel soll für Konsolen am 20. November 2012 erscheinen, eine PC-Version soll nach Angaben (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaInstagram: WP7-Version eventuell vor AndroidWindows-NT-'Vater' Dave Cutler wechselt zur Xbox
20.01.2012 15:50 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Apple erhält in China eine Lizenz für das CDMA-Netz - iPhone bald auch bei China Telecom?
Laut Medienberichten soll Apple in der Volksrepublik China eine Zulassung für das CDMA-2000-basierte Netzwerk erhalten haben. Dieses Netz wird von Chinas drittgrößtem Mobilfunknetzbetreiber China Telecom verwendet, welcher als Staatsunternehmen mehr als 40 Millionen Mobilkunden zählt. Da für die Zulassung entsprechend angepasste Geräte bereitgestellt werden mussten, könnte der Vertrieb des CDMA-basierten iPhone in China bereits in einige
20.01.2012 15:50 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Nachbau des Erstehilfekastens aus Halo ist ein Erstehilfekasten
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Der Bastler Shawn Thorsson hat keine Kosten und Mühen gescheut, um den Erstehilfekasten aus "Halo: Combat Evolved" detailgetreu nachzubauen: er hat ein 3D-Modell erstellt, eine Prägeform für die Plastikteile gefeilt und das Teil mit dem passenden Aufkleber und einem funktionalen Verschluss versehen. Tolle Sache, nur kann so ein Game Item im echten Leben natürlich schnell falsche Erwartungen wecken. Zum Beispiel bei Menschen mit 5 Prozent Lebensernergie.
Gallery: Halo Erstehilfekasten
20.01.2012 15:35 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Anonymous rächte sich für Megaupload-Abschaltung
Das lose Hacker-Kollektiv Anonymous hat nach der Abschaltung der Seiten von Megaupload und der Festnahme führender Mitarbeiter nicht lange gezögert und einen Gegenschlag gestartet. Mit den bekannten DDoS-Attacken wurden zwischenzeitlich einige Seiten des FBI, des Justizministeriums und der Musik- und Filmindustrie lahmgelegt.
20.01.2012 15:35 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Guttenberg: "Für alle, die fragen, warum die EU mich ausgewählt hat"
Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, der einmal Doktor und Minister war, trat seinen neuen Job als EU-Berater für Freiheit im Internet verunsichert an. Das geht aus seiner E-Mail-Korrespondenz mit dem Team von Neelie Kroes, der EU-Kommissarin für die Digitale Agenda, hervor. (Vorratsdatenspeicherung, Internet)
20.01.2012 15:35 Uhr, golem,
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Engadget Distro Issue 24: CES Roundup, OK Go's Andy Ross and SOPA comic relief
We've spent the past week recuperating and reflecting, and while we're ready to put CES 2012 behind us, we're bring you this special roundup edition to cover all of our consumer electronics bases. In this issue, we'll dive deep into product categories that were overlooked in our previous CES editions, like audio, and flesh out those categories that dominated this year's coverage. Also in this issue, OK Go's Andy Ross takes on the Distro Q&A, we
20.01.2012 15:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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20 Prozent Gutschein für Zubehör von Proporta
Im Shop von Proporta findet man allerlei Hüllen und weiteres Zubehör für sein Smartphone, sein Tablet, den eBook-Reader oder den Laptop. Mit unserem exklusiven Rabatt-Gutschein erhält man noch den ganzen Januar 20 Prozent Rabatt auf jeden Artikel aus dem Shop – von der Unterwasser-Hülle fürs Samsung Galaxy S2 bis zum schicken Leder-Case fürs iPad. Dafür gebt ihr bei der Bestellung einfach den Code JAN20 ein
20.01.2012 15:05 Uhr, BENM.AT,
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Three new apps support console games from iOS
As if there aren't enough apps that supplement or promote console games, here are three more that have appeared recently.
First up is Dragon Shout (free), the Skyrim-mapping app that was released a few weeks ago. It's quite handy, and players can use it to find almost anything in the vast and wonderful world of Skyrim. By the way, if you're a real Skyrim fan, check out our list of 5 apps for Skyrim.
Harmonix has released Dance Central 2 Dance Cam (free), which
20.01.2012 15:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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ARM fürchtet sich nicht vor Intels Mobile-Ambitionen
Der erneute Vorstoß des weltweit größten Chipherstellers Intel in den Markt für mobile Geräte treibt beim Prozessor-Designer ARM, dessen Architekturen in diesem Bereich seit Längerem vorherrschend sind, noch (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaIntel-Chef preist die Wachstums-Potenziale in China'RedPad': Das (teure) Tablet für Chinas Parteikader
20.01.2012 15:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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20.01.2012 15:00 Uhr
Teenage Engineering stellt Synth- und Sync-Baukasten Oplab vor
Filed under: Synthesizer, Controller
Die schwedische Firma Teenage Engineering hat vor der Musikmesse Namm mit einem Teaser-Video für Spannung gesorgt, in dem ein mysteriöser roter Besteckkasten zu sehen war und jetzt hat sich das Geheimnis gelüftet: die Schweden befüllen das Kantinenblech mit einer Art Schnittstellen-Baukasten dem sogenannten Oplab. Mit dem Oplab-Grundbaustein können verschiedene Geräte miteinander verbunden werden, ganz nach dem Motto: From MIDI to CV to USB. Gleichzeitig fungiert das Oplab aber auch als arduinoartiger Steuerbaustein, auf den eigene Synths und ähnliches einprogrammiert werden können. Klingt span
20.01.2012 14:50 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Whited00r lets you install iOS 5 look-alike on old-gen iPhones and iPod Touches
If you're still rockin' an ancient iPhone or iPod Touch and are fed up with friends teasing you at every chance with their new-style multitasking and reminder features, we've got some good news for you. A new software, dubbed Whited00r, will let you install portions of iOS 5 on the first two generations of the iPod Touch, iPhone 3G and even your O.G. iPhone. Whited00r accomplishes this by simply acting as a custom firmware -- à la CyanogenMod 9 on Android handsets. There are, however, a few traits that
20.01.2012 14:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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AVM zur CeBIT mit mehr LTE und „Personal Cloud“
Der Berliner Telekommunikationsspezialist AVM wird auf der CeBIT Anfang März zwei neue „Fritz!Box“-Modelle mit LTE-Unterstützung vorstellen, die sich mit einem vertikalen Design nun auch optisch von den DSL- und Kabel-Routern des Unternehmens unterscheiden.
20.01.2012 14:36 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Apple Education Event: iPad soll Schule erobern – iBooks 2, iBooks Author, iTunes U
Künftige Schüler dürfen sich freuen: Apple hat auf dem Education Event in New York gezeigt, wie das iPad zum festen Bestandteil der Schule werden soll und hierfür mit iBooks 2, iBooks Author und iTunes U entsprechende Apps vorgestellt.
Apple will mit dem iPad die Schule reformieren und sein beliebtes Tablet als wichtiges Utensil zum Lernen einführen. Schon jetzt sind in zahlreichen Schulen und Universitäten die iPads schon fest verankert und kaum noch wegzudenken. Doch das ist erst der Anfang, wie iBooks, iBooks Author und iTunes U beweisen.
iBooks 2: iPad als digitales Lehrbuch
Das iBook 2 soll, so lautet zumindest Apples Plan, künftig die klassischen gedruckten Lehrbücher ersetzen. Auf dem iPad können Inhalte mit zahlreichen Features versehen werden, die den Schülern beim Lernen und Verstehen helfen un
20.01.2012 14:20 Uhr, Sevenmac,
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Griffin rüstet Spielzeug-Heli Helo TC mit Raketen und Android-Unterstützung auf
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Ferngesteuerte Helikopter gibt es inzwischen wie Sand am Meer und auch noch reichlich viele mit App-Steuerung, also muss aufgerüstet werden, weshalb Griffin sein Modell Helo TC jetzt mit zwei Raketenwerfern ausgerüstet hat, mit denen man Plastikpfeilchen auf die Bürokollegen abschießen kann. Dazu spielt der Helo TC Assault auch endlich gleichermaßen mit iOS und Android und die Smartphone-Fernsteuerung ist nicht nur fürs Manövrieren, Feuern und Lichteinschalten gut, sie kann auch drei Flugrouten speichern, die per Fingertouch abgerufen werden können - womit man nächtelang raffinierte Flug
20.01.2012 14:20 Uhr, Engadget german,
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iPhone ohne Kamera in Singapur erhältlich
Ein bizarrer Fund aus Südostasien: Im Stadtstaat Singapur bietet der Mobilfunkprovider M1 neuerdings das iPhone 4 und 4S ohne Kamera an. Die Garantie erlischt, der Kunde darf draufzahlen. Ganz richtig, das iPhone ohne Kamera. Für alle, die darauf schon lange gewartet haben, ist es nun endlich nicht länger ein Traum. In Singapur bietet einer der
20.01.2012 14:20 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE,
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Apple Stores construction suppliers
Apple recently released its Supplier Responsibility Progress Report for 2012 and, for the first time, provided a list of 156 suppliers. This list covers 97% of the companies that supply Apple with materials, manufacturing and assembly of its products.
Now that we know which companies are behind Apple's hardware, the folks at ifoAppleStore compiled a list of manufacturers that build Apple's retail stores. The list contains 141 companies including household names like Benjamin Moore and little known names like BGT Bischoff.
Just like it does with its line of mobile devices and computers, Apple pays attention to even the smallest desi
20.01.2012 14:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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EA-Mitarbeiter entwickelt ein Open-Source-Origin
Ausgerechnet ein EA-Mitarbeiter entwickelt derzeit eine Open-Source-Alternative zum umstrittenen Electronic-Arts-Programm Origin. Damit soll es mögliche sein, Games wie Battlefield 3 oder Mass Effect 3 auch (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaX51: Alienware zeigt Spiele-Rechner im KleinformatHWiNFO32 3.92 - Gratis System-Informations-Tool
20.01.2012 14:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Sony Ericsson mit deutlichem Jahresverlust
Ein vermutlich letztes Mal hat Sony Ericsson vor der Übernahme durch Sony eine Quartalsbilanz vorgestellt. Diese fällt in nahezu allen Punkten spürbar schlechter als im Vorjahreszeitraum aus, insbesondere in Bezug auf den Gewinn.
20.01.2012 14:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Nachfolger des LiveView startet noch im 1. Quartal
Im Herbst 2010 brachte Sony Ericsson mit LiveView eine eher ungewöhnliche Erweiterung für Android-Smartphones auf den Markt. Optisch stark an eine Armbanduhr angelehnt, sollte das Zubehör als externes Display für das Smartphone dienen, zahlreiche Probleme mit der Software verhinderten aber einen größeren Erfolg.
20.01.2012 14:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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CynagonMod fordert Market für verbannte Apps
Der Entwickler von CynagonMod hat die Entwicklung eines alternativen Marktplatzes für aus dem offiziellen Android-Market verbannte Apps vorgeschlagen, der direkt in die alternative Firmware integriert werden könnte.
20.01.2012 14:05 Uhr, Heise,
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20.01.2012 14:00 Uhr
Supreme Court rules public domain isn't permanent, says Congress can re-copyright works
If you've been enjoying the fireworks over PIPA and SOPA these past weeks, get ready for more intellectual property ugliness. The US Supreme Court handed down a decision Wednesday granting Congress the power to restore copyright claims on works that have entered the public domain. The six to two decision (with only the conservative Samuel Alito and liberal Stephen Breyer dissenting) was issued primarily with an eye towards bringing the country in line with an international treaty known as the Berne Convention. The plaintiffs in the c
20.01.2012 13:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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Sony Ericsson mit deutlichen Jahresverlust
Ein vermutlich letztes Mal hat Sony Ericsson vor der Übernahme durch Sony eine Quartalsbilanz vorgestellt. Diese fällt in nahezu allen Punkten spürbar schlechter als im Vorjahreszeitraum aus, insbesondere in Bezug auf den Gewinn.
20.01.2012 13:50 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Videos: Scherzkeks im hyperrealistischen Bumblebee-Kostüm macht China unsicher
Filed under: Roboter
Die Kollegen von M.I.C.gadget haben mehrere Videos und Fotos von einem hyperrealistischen Bumblebee-Kostüm aufgetan, mit dem offensichtlich ein Die-Hard-Transformers-Fan in China unterwegs ist. Das zweite Video lässt dabei vermuten, dass neben dem Spaß an der Botkostümierung auch ein Broterwerb als Werbemaskottchen für Autohäuser Sinn und Zweck des Aufzugs ist, aber genaues weiß man nicht. Videos nach dem Break.Continue reading Videos: Scherzk
20.01.2012 13:35 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Sony unveils Walkman B170 Series, promises to boost your bass
Sony has unveiled a slate of new Walkman MP3 players today, with the launch of its B170 Series. Available in both 2GB and 4GB varieties, these new devices weigh in at just 28 grams, but apparently pack plenty of punch, providing up to 18 hours of listening on a full charge. If you're pressed for time, though, you can just plug it in for three minutes, which, in
20.01.2012 13:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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Megaupload: Die Contentmafia und digitale Hehler
Die Schließung des Filehosters Megaupload und die Verhaftung seiner Betreiber hat bei unterschiedlichen Interessengruppen scharfe Reaktionen hervorgerufen. Während die Lobby der Medienbranche sich über die (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaFBI schließt MegaUpload.com - Betreiber verhaftetAnonymous rächt Schließung von MegaUpload.com
20.01.2012 13:35 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Capcom kündigt „Resident Evil 6“ an
Die Spatzen pfiffen es bereits länger vom Dach, nun kam die offizielle Bestätigung: Publisher Capcom hat einen sechsten Teil zur Grusel-Shooter-Serie „Resident Evil“ (RE) und zugleich ein Wiedersehen mit alten Bekannten angekündigt.
20.01.2012 13:35 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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IBM wächst mit Software und Dienstleistungen
Es ist ein freundlicher Start für die neue IBM-Chefin Virginia Rometty: Den Investoren gefallen die jüngsten Quartalszahlen, auch wenn das Computer-Urgestein nicht mit großen Wachstumssprüngen aufwarten kann.
20.01.2012 13:35 Uhr, Heise,
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iPhone Texting & Walking Concept für unfallfreies SMSen beim Laufen
Filed under: Smartphones
Apple-Fanboy Bryan Brunsell hat ein Problem: weil er die Hände nicht von seinem iPhone lassen kann, mit dem er seinen Freunden in Echtzeit von seinen tollen iPhone-Erlebnissen per SMS berichtet, läuft er dauernd vor Laternenpfähle oder er wird vom Laster überrollt. Was tun? Auf keinen Fall aufs iPhone oder SMSen verzichten! Dann doch lieber Apple um die Verlegung einer Kamera an den Handy-Bug bitten, deren Bilder dann in einem Fenster die Umgebung vor seinen Füßen zeigen.
Gallery: iPhone Texting & Walking Concept
20.01.2012 13:20 Uhr, Engadget german,
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iBooks 2 und iBooks Author: EULA sichern Apple Verkaufsexklusivität
Apples Endnutzerlizenzbestimmungen (EULA) für iBooks 2 sorgen für Verwirrung: Für die einen sind sie ein Kontrollinstrument, für die anderen absolut verständlich. Wir klären auf, was man beim Erstellen von iBooks mit dem iBooks Author beachten sollte. Apples iBooks 2 sowie das Lehrbucherstellungstool iBooks Author, die gestern beim Education Event vorgestellt wurden, sollen in den Augen
20.01.2012 13:20 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE,
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Gericht weist Samsungs Patentklage gegen Apple ab
Samsung musste heute vor dem Mannheimer Gericht einen Rückschlag im Rechtsstreit mit Apple hinnehmen. In einer Klage hatte Samsung dem iPhone-Hersteller vorgeworfen mit den iOS-Geräten gegen grundlegende UMTS-Patente (3G) zu verstoßen. Allerdings handelt es sich um FRAND-Patente, die Samsung auch an die Konkurrenz lizenzieren muss und nicht missbrauchen darf, um Konkurrenten zu behindern. Wie das Gericht nun entschieden hat, ist Samsungs
20.01.2012 13:20 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Patentstreit: Rückschlag für Samsung
In einer Entscheidung am Freitag morgen hat das Landgericht Mannheim zugunsten von Apple entschieden. Bei dem Verfahren um ein Samsung-Patent, welches sich mit der Mobilfunk-Technik UMTS befasst, sah der Richter keine Verletzung durch Apple.
20.01.2012 13:06 Uhr, BENM.AT,
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Patentstreit: Niederlage für Samsung in Mannheim
Der koreanische Hersteller Samsung hat am Landgericht Mannheim eine Niederlage im Patentstreit mit Apple erlitten. Demnach verletze der US-Hersteller nicht ein Samsung-Patent bei der UMTS-Mobilfunktechnologie, (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaApple: Lehrbücher fürs iPad & Produktions-SoftwareWindows Phone: ZTE Tania kommt nach Europa
20.01.2012 13:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Intel mit höchstem Jahresumsatz seit Bestehen
Wie erwartet hat die Flutkatastrophe in Thailand mit der dadurch entstandenen Festplattenknappheit bei Intel zu Einbußen im vierten Quartal 2011 gesorgt. Allerdings konnte der Halbleiterhersteller über das gesamte Geschäftsjahr betrachtet dennoch einen neuen Umsatzrekord aufstellen.
20.01.2012 13:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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20.01.2012 13:00 Uhr
Traditionskaufhaus Harrods erhält eigenen Apple Store
Das Store-in-Store-Konzept verfolgt Apple bereits seit längerem mit kleinen Ladenlokalen in Best-Buy-Filialen. Mit Harrods in London konnte hingegen ein Gastgeber von wohl unumstritten höherem Renommée gewonnen werden. Eine Genius Bar wird es in dem Kaufhaus mit Dresscode allerdings nicht
20.01.2012 12:50 Uhr, Maclife,
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Raspberry Pi demos Model B computer's AirPlay capabilities (video)
Just a few days after announcing that production of its Model B Linux computer is underway, Raspberry Pi has now unveiled a preview of what its single board device can do when combined with AirPlay. In a video published this week, a Raspberry Pi developer demonstrated how to stream content from an iPad to the ARM-based Model B, using only an HDMI-equipped TV
20.01.2012 12:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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Google: Dunkle Wolken über dem Kerngeschäft
Eigentlich hatte man damit gerechnet, dass der Suchmaschinenkonzern Google im letzten Quartal erneut Rekordergebnisse vorlegen wird. Daraus wurde aber nichts. Sowohl beim Umsatz als auch beim Gewinn blieb das (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaInstagram: WP7-Version eventuell vor AndroidDie Geschichte von Sony Ericsson endet mit Verlust
20.01.2012 12:35 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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SSDNow V+200: Neue Kingston-SSD mit Sandforce-Controller
Kingston hat eine neue SSD-Serie mit der Sata-6Gb-Schnittstelle auf den Markt gebracht. Die Datenraten der V+200 liegen um die 500 MByte/s und damit deutlich über denen der V+100. Dafür ist etwas Speicher verloren gegangen, der offenbar fürs Wear Leveling benötigt wird. (Speichermedien, Solid State Drive)
20.01.2012 12:35 Uhr, golem,
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Größter NES-Controller der Welt ist funktionstüchtige 3,6 Meter groß
In der Londoner Liverpool Station können U-Bahn-Umsteiger gerade am weltgrößten Controller fürs Nintendo Entertainment System zocken - wenn sie denn mit XXL-Buttons zurechtkommen, denn der NES-Gigant hat eine Grundfläche von 3,6 mal 1,5 Metern. Gebaut hat´s der Elektroingenieursstudent Ben Allen mit Unterstützung einiger Kommilitonen, warum fragen wir im Fall dieses 125-Kilo-Monsters einfach mal nicht. Ein weiteres Bild gibt´s nach dem Break.Continue reading Größter NES-Controller der Welt ist funktionstüchtige 3,6 Meter groß
20.01.2012 12:20 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Apple veröffentlicht erste Support-Dokumente zu iBooks Author und der iTunes U App
Apple hat zahlreiche Support-Dokumente zu dem gestern veröffentlichten iBooks Author sowie der iTunes U App freigegeben. In den Dokumenten werden häufig gestellte Fragen beantwortet, beispielsweise wie man erstellte E-Books im iBookstore verkaufen kann, wie man Blindenbeschreibungen für Bilder hinterlegt, welche Schriften man wählen sollte oder welche Besonderheiten man bei der Integration von 3D-Objekten, Keynote-Präsentationen und Vide
20.01.2012 12:20 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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BASF, Philips team up to create transparent OLED car roof
If you're the sort who wished your car had a transparent roof when the rain falls down but want some shielding when the sun's up (or, you know, vice versa) then BASF have good news for you. It's showing off the transparent OLED technology it developed with Philips that behaves like glass when inactive, turning opaque when activated. We're already familiar with the technology here, because it's the same kit that the chemicals giant showed off on its custom Smart Forvision it produced with Daimler back in September. As before, it's also been able to
20.01.2012 12:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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'RedPad': Das (teure) Tablet für Chinas Parteikader
Es hat einen 9,7-Zoll-Bildschirm, läuft mit Android 3.2 und kostet geradezu unfassbare 1230 Euro: Das RedPad genannte Tablet soll kommunistischen Parteifunktionären unter anderem bei der Überprüfung von (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaWindows-NT-'Vater' Dave Cutler wechselt zur XboxApple: Lehrbücher fürs iPad & Produktions-Software
20.01.2012 12:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Samsung startet Verkauf eines neuen 27-Zoll-AIOs
Samsung will in den kommenden Tagen den Verkauf eines neuen All-in-One-PCs in Europa starten. Dies berichtet VR-Zone unter Berufung auf eine nicht näher genannte Quelle. Beim Design des Komplettrechners setzt das südkoreanische Unternehmen auf ein bereits bekanntes Design.
20.01.2012 12:05 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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20.01.2012 12:00 Uhr
SWTOR: BioWare bringt Patch für den Patch
Seit gut zwei Tagen ist Patch 1.1 zu „Star Wars: The Old Republic“ (ComputerBase-Test) erhältlich. Neben zahlreichen Bugfixes, Änderungen und neuen Inhalten brachte die neue Version allerdings auch ein großes Problem mit, das nun über einen Nach-Patch korrigiert worden sein soll.
20.01.2012 11:50 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Air Spod tarnt sich als Airport-Basisstation von Apple, reinigt heimlich die Luft
Filed under: Field Recorder
Luftreiniger mit Bakterienkiller-Funktion sind generell ein Fall von Elektroschrottüberproduktion und wenn die Dinger dann auch noch einen USB-Port blockieren und obendrein mit Duftölen rumstinken, finden wir es ausnahmsweise richtig Klasse, wenn Apples Anwälte einschreiten: und der japanische USB Air Freshner Air Spod sieht doch wohl verdächtig nach einer Airport-Basisstation aus, oder? Eben. Wenn ihr schnell noch einen abgreifen wollt, bevor kraftvoll abgemahnt wird: für 35 Euro seid ihr dabei.
[via gizmodiva]
20.01.2012 11:35 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Bis zu 3 GB: iPad-Schulbücher sind „schwergewichtig“
Die seinen Autoren bisher von Apple vorgegebene Speichergrenze für iBook-Veröffentlichungen lag bei 2 GB. Für die mit iBooks 2 gestartete Schulbuch-Initiative finden sich jedoch bereits jetzt Titel im Sortiment, die dieses Volumen überschreiten. „Perason's Biology“ belegt mit 1791 Seiten 2,77
20.01.2012 11:35 Uhr, Maclife,
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Intel-Chef preist die Wachstums-Potenziale in China
Der Chip-Konzern Intel konnte trotz der von der Flutkatastrophe in Thailand hervorgerufene Absatzschwäche am PC-Markt im vierten Quartal die Erwartungen der Analysten übertreffen. Das Unternehmen profitierte (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaIntel bietet Garantie-Erweiterung für ÜbertaktereBay erlebt gerade einen gewaltigen Höhenflug
20.01.2012 11:35 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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[iPhone] Tap Tap Muppets: Neues aus dem Baukasten
Passend zum Kinostart des neuen Muppets Films jetzt also auch ein Spiel zum Film. Das ist an und für sich nichts verwerfliches, aber warum es ausgerechnet ein weiterer Tap Tap Clone sein muss kann wohl nur Disney beantworten. Ausser natürlich das die Verwendung eines bestehenden Grundgerüstes eine Menge kosten spart. Wer will kann also jetzt
20.01.2012 11:20 Uhr, Macinplay,
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NetLED-System vernetzt Beleuchtungsanlage mit WiFi, inklusive Steuer-App fürs iPhone
Filed under: Leuchtmittel
Wer demnächst in Japan eine größere Beleuchtungsanlage installieren will und diese unbedingt mit iPhone und Browser kontrollieren und bedienen will, dem sei das NetLED-System der LED Technology Corporation ans Herz gelegt - wenn es sich denn um ein spendierfreudiges Herz handelt. Denn für den Spaß der LED-Lichtanlage mit WiFi-Anschluss und iOS App muss man sich erstmal einen netLED Router für 60.000 Yen (600 Euro) zulegen und ein WiFi-fähiges 40-Watt-LED-Leuchtelement schlägt dann jeweils noch mit 19.800 Yen (200 Euro) zu Buche, während ein unvernetztes Element, das an einem WiFi-Kollegen gehängt werden kann, immer noch 14.000 Yen (140 Euro) kostet. Das teure High
20.01.2012 11:05 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Passwort-Tausch als Liebesbeweis unter Teenagern
Vor einiger Zeit bestand der Liebesbeweis bei Jugendlichen Pärchen noch im Austausch bestimmter Schmuckstücke oder Freundschaftsbänder. In der heutigen Zeit ist es Mode geworden, die gegenseitige Zuneigung im (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaBreitband: Deutschland dirigiert sich ins AbseitsCyber-Mobbing: Forscher beleuchten die Beobachter
20.01.2012 11:05 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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20.01.2012 11:00 Uhr
Fans vom iPhone 4S Unlock sollten auf iOS 5.0 bleiben!
Einen kleinen Nachtrag bezüglich der iPhone 4S Jailbreak und Unlock Problematiken liefert der Entwickler MuscleNerd, der noch einmal darauf hinweist, dass iPhone 4S Unlock Interessierte vorerst auf iOS 5.0 verweilen sollten. Schließlich habe der Entwickler schon seit einiger Zeit eine Lösung parat, die das aktuelle iPhone Baseband erfolgreich knackt. Bisher verweilt diese jedoch noch in
20.01.2012 10:50 Uhr, apfelnews,
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Digitale Schulbücher auf dem iPad: Erstes Hand-on-Video
Navigation durch und Interaktion mit Text, dynamischen Grafiken und Video in Schulbüchern auf dem iPad zeigt ein auf Apples New Yorker Bildungsevent entstandenes Video von Engadget. Die Inhalte erschließen sich durch intuitive Gesten und sind schnell zu individuellen Lernkarten zusammengestellt.Von
20.01.2012 10:50 Uhr, Maclife,
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Siri: Patentantrag benennt potentielle Einsatzgebiete
Apple präsentiert Siri als die wohl wichtigste Neuerung des iPhone 4S. Nicht nur deshalb dürfte es dem Unternehmen wichtig sein, die Erfindung so gut wie möglich zu schützen. Wenig überraschend hat das US-Patent- und Markenamt also nun einen Apple-Patentantrag veröffentlicht, der den Spracherkennungs-Assistenten beschreibt – und Hinweise auf zukünftige Einsatzgebiete enthält.
20.01.2012 10:35 Uhr, BENM.AT,
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Microsoft-Quartal: Umsatz gestiegen, Gewinn nicht
Microsoft hat die Zahlen für das zweite Geschäftsquartal veröffentlicht: Demnach stieg der Umsatz um fünf Prozent auf 20,89 Milliarden Dollar, beim Gewinn konnte der Konzern aber nicht zulegen und stagniert (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaSOPA-Unterstützer sind reihenweise umgefallenInstagram: WP7-Version eventuell vor Android
20.01.2012 10:35 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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ZTE verrät Preise für Windows-Phone-7-Lizenzen
Während Apple über den Verkauf von Hardware und Google über Werbeanzeigen die Entwicklungskosten für iOS und Android refinanzieren können, ist Microsoft auf den Verkauf von Lizenzen für sein Mobilbetriebssystem angewiesen. Die Preise dafür waren bislang jedoch unbekannt.
20.01.2012 10:35 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Linux: Erste Vorabversion zeigt Neuerungen im Kernel 3.3
Linus Torvalds hat den ersten Release Candidate des Linux-Kernels 3.3 veröffentlicht und damit die wesentlichen Änderungen für die nächste Kernel-Version festgelegt. Darunter sind die Byte Queue Limits, die die Netzwerkfähigkeiten deutlich verbessern sollen. (AMD, Virtualisierung)
20.01.2012 10:35 Uhr, golem,
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Akais MPC Fly gibt dem iPad Buttons fürs Musikproduzieren on the run
Filed under: Groovebox
Akai brennt auf der Musikmesse Namm ein wahres MPC-Feuerwerk ab: nach der rechnergestützten MPC Renaissance und der für den mobilen Einsatz gedachten MPC Studio gibt´s jetzt auch noch die iPad-basierte Version MPC Fly. Was erstmal wie ein seminützliches Trendprodukt klingt, aber auf den zweiten Blick tatsächlich hält, was der Name verspricht: die Kombi aus Hardware mit iPad-Einschub und Software aka MPC Fly App bieten zusammen das ganze Funktionsspektrum, das man mit dem Namen MPC as
20.01.2012 10:20 Uhr, Engadget german,
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Zeal Optics iON goggles take full HD to the slopes, let you share the extreme thrills
Ever find yourself shredding the gnar and wishing you could share the breathtaking rush of scenery with others? Well, now you can, courtesy of Zeal Optics. Not content to sit on its GPS-laden laurels, the company's added a new twist to the 'ol polarized ski googles, embedding the iON with an HD camera for 170-degree wide angle recording. The inbuilt module, centered up top, pulls in video and audio at full 1080p and can be controlled using an array of buttons alongside the mask or via the bundled PC / Mac software. If you're not interested in reliving
20.01.2012 10:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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German court shoots down Samsung's 3G patent lawsuit against Apple
Germany's Mannheim Regional Court has just issued a decision on one front of the ongoing dispute between Apple and Samsung, ruling against one of the Korean manufacturer's several patent infringement claims. At issue is a Samsung patent pertaining to the 3G / UMTS standard -- one of seven that Apple has been accused of infringing. Today, Judge Andreas Voss rejected Samsung's claim, though the reasoning behind this decision remains somewhat murky. According to
20.01.2012 10:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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Intel meldet Rekordergebnis für das abgelaufene Jahr
Auch Intel hat die Zahlen für das abgelaufene Quartal vorgelegt und blickt auf das finanziell erfolgreichste Jahr der Unternehmensgeschichte zurück. Intels CEO Paul Otellini betont, dass 2011 ein außergewöhnlich gutes Jahr für Intel war. Auch für das laufende Jahr sei man sehr zuversichtlich, da viele neue Produkte anstehen und im Ultrabook-Sektor mit hohen Wachstumsraten zu rechnen sei. Im vierten Kalenderquartal erwirtschaftete Intel e
20.01.2012 10:20 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Microsoft kassiert bis zu 24 Euro Lizenzgebühr für ein Handy mit Windows Phone 7
Filed under: Windows Phone 7
Anlässlich des UK-Marktstarts von ZTEs Smartphone Tania, das unter Windows Phone 7 läuft, hat ein ZTE-Manager zum ersten mal belastbare Zahlen zu Microsofts mobiler Lizenzpolitik genannt: demnach kassiert der Konzern 15 bis 20 britische Pfund, was dann 18 bis bis 24 Euro wären, für jedes WP7-Gerät das ZTE herstellt. Im Vergleich dazu kostet die Android-Installation Hersteller Nullkmmanix Euro.
[via slashgear]
20.01.2012 10:05 Uhr, Engadget german,
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20.01.2012 10:00 Uhr
Aufregung um die Lizenzbedingungen von iBooks Author
Mit der Veröffentlichung von iBooks Author steht Apple wegen der damit einhergehenden Lizenzbedingungen in der Kritik. Mit der Verwendung der kostenlosen Software erklärt sich nämlich der Nutzer damit einverstanden, die erstellten E-Books ausschließlich über den iBookstore kommerziell anzubieten. Sollen die Bücher dagegen kostenfrei zur Verfügung gestellt werden, ist dies laut Apples Lizenzbedingungen auch außerhalb des iBookstore erlaub
20.01.2012 09:50 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Snapseed for Mac: Einfache, schnelle Bildbearbeitung von Nik Software
Seit dem Sommer letzten Jahres gibt es von Nik Software die mobile Anwendung Snapseed sowohl für das iPad als auch für das iPhone. Nun hat sich der Hersteller bekannter Photoshop-Plugins, wie Color Efex Pro oder HDR Efex Pro dazu entschlossen, Snapseed auch als Desktop-Software auf den Markt zu bringen. Anders als die von Nik Software
20.01.2012 09:35 Uhr, MACNOTES.DE,
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Akkuersatz: Maus mit Superkondensator
Die optische Maus DX-Eco von Genius arbeitet schnurlos und dennoch ist für ihren Betrieb kein Akku erforderlich. Möglich macht das der Einsatz eines speziellen Kondensators, der zudem noch viel schneller aufgeladen werden kann. (Eingabegerät, Maus)
20.01.2012 09:35 Uhr, golem,
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Liveshell: Streaminghardware für Camcorder
Das Liveshell von Cerevo ist eine unscheinbare Box, die ein eingehendes Videosignal in Echtzeit über eine schnurlose Internetverbindung als Videostream auf Ustream.tv veröffentlichen kann. Nun ist das Gerät auch außerhalb Japans erhältlich. (Streaming, Foto)
20.01.2012 09:35 Uhr, golem,
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Russia in talks for Moon base timeshare with European Space Agency, NASA
Whether or not you believe we actually put a man on the moon, there's about to be a whole gaggle of'em bouncing about the place and mucking things up in the name of Science. Taking that whole "one giant leap for mankind" motto a few baby steps further, is an in-development initiative that would see our former, space race frenemy Russia teaming up with the ESA and NASA to develop a Moon base. Citing recently discovered reservoirs of water located near the polar caps, Roscosmos chief Vla
20.01.2012 09:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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Nach SOPA-Protest: Plötzlich sind fast alle dagegen
Die massiven Proteste in den USA und der ganzen Welt gegen die umstrittenen Gesetzesvoralgen SOPA und PIPA zeigen immer mehr Wirkung: Vor dem Blackout-Tag hatte SOPA im US-Kongress gerade mal 31 Gegner, (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaFunkzellenauswertung fand auch in Berlin stattBreitband: Deutschland dirigiert sich ins Abseits
20.01.2012 09:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Googles Quartalsergebnis liegt unter den Erwartungen
Nach der Bekanntgabe der Quartalszahlen ging es für Googles Aktie erst einmal bergab; im nachbörslichen Handel fiel der Wert der Aktie um beinahe zehn Prozent. Grund dafür waren die als eher enttäuschend eingestuften Ergebnisse. Sowohl beim Umsatz als auch beim Gewinn entsprach Google nicht den Erwartungen. Auch wenn der Umsatz innerhalb eines Jahres um 25 Prozent auf 8,13 Milliarden Dollar stieg und der Gewinn auf 3,51 Milliarden Dollar
20.01.2012 09:20 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Dockingstation: iPad wird zum Scanner
Der iConvert von Brookstone ist eine Dockingstation für Apples iPad, die einen Scanner enthält, mit dem A4-Papier einzeln eingelesenund auf das Tablet übertragen werden kann. (Scanner, iPad)
20.01.2012 09:05 Uhr, golem,
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Weitere Retina-Grafiken für neues iPad entdeckt
Mit der Veröffentlichung von iBooks 2.0 und iTunes U sind weitere Hinweise für ein neues iPad mit hochauflösendem Retina-Display aufgetaucht. Die in den iOS-Apps hinterlegten Grafiken enden alle auf @2x.png und zeigen unter anderem hochauflösende Lesezeichen und Buchcover. Nach Ansicht von 9to5Mac gilt es damit als recht sicher, dass in den kommenden Monaten ein iPad mit Retina-Display erscheinen wird. Analog zur Umstellung beim iPhone d
20.01.2012 09:05 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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20.01.2012 9:00 Uhr
Weitere Gerüchte über Xbox 720
Die Gerüchte um einen potentiellen Nachfolger für Microsofts Xbox 360 reißen nicht ab. Bei SemiAccurate will man sogar technische Details zur „Xbox 720“ erfahren haben, ebenso wie einen Termin für den Start, der 2013 erfolgen soll.
20.01.2012 08:50 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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SOPA/PIPA
We strongly oppose SOPA/PIPA, along with Wikipedia, Google and a broad community of other organizations and people who understand the dangers this legislation poses to the open, neutral Internet and websites like this one.
20.01.2012 08:35 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Apple Education Event Video ist nun online
Apple hat am gestrigen Event gezeigt, dass der Firma auch der Bildungsbereich sehr am Herzen liegt. Schließlich begann der Apple typische Event erst einmal mit der Auflistung bestimmter Fakten. Unter anderem warf der Konzern in den Raum, das in den USA gerade einmal 70% der Jugendlichen einen Schulabschluss schaffen. Apple fühlte sich also dazu berufen,
20.01.2012 08:20 Uhr, apfelnews,
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Line6 introduces StageScape visual mixer, lets you touch it up to eleven
It might seem like we've gone mixer mad around here, but with a huge music trade-show starting this week, it's no surprise there's a pile of new tech on offer. The StageScape M20d visual mixer from Line 6 being one such example. Of course, we have inputs (12 line / mic, four line-only, and two for USB/SD streaming) and outputs (four XLR monitors, two master) all strummed along by
20.01.2012 08:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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DDoS-Angriff: Anonymous rächte Megaupload per LOIC
Die Schließung des Filehosters Megaupload hat Anonymous in Rage versetzt. Das Kollektiv reagiert mit massiven DDoS-Angriffen auf Websites von FBI, US-Justizministerium, der US-Musik- und Filmindustrie sowie von einigen Plattenfirmen. (Urheberrecht, DoS)
20.01.2012 08:20 Uhr, golem,
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20.01.2012 8:00 Uhr
Arman Ahnood teases OLED display with solar cells, idealizes the self-sustaining smartphone
Plenty of effort is going into improving smartphone battery life, but only a few individuals are delving into radical realms to achieve the goal. Take for example, Arman Ahnood, a researcher at the London Centre for Nanotechnology, whose latest prototype uses solar cells to capture wasted energy from OLEDs. Similar to Wysips (which uses only ambient light), and equipment from UCLA (designed for LCDs), each project faces the unenviable task of m
20.01.2012 07:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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20.01.2012 7:00 Uhr
Update: Connected Accounting and ERP 7.0
Accountek Solutions' small business accounting suite adds the ability to attach or link any file type to "virtually every screen" using the Notes function, new ledger screens (customer orders, vendor purchase orders, and manufacture/work orders), Batch Email and Batch Print to PDF, and "features that focus on access to information and improving collaboration between teams."
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Update: WebStorm 3.0
JetBrains' JavaScript IDE gains CoffeeScript support (including code completion and error checking), debugging and validation of server-side JavaScript-Node.JS apps, integration of JSLint/JSHint, duplicate code detection, JavaScript debugger improvements, JavaScript unit testing, and more.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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New: Edouard 1.0
Flying Pig's Edouard is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) client-server system for small and medium-sized businesses based on PostreSQL 9.0.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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SOPA/PIPA
We strongly oppose SOPA/PIPA, along with Wikipedia, Google and a broad community of other organizations and people who understand the dangers this legislation poses to the open Internet and websites like this one.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad: Recent releases
This week, we have a multilingual text editor, a multimedia notetaker, a video processing app, a calendar app, a photo app with intelligent fill, and an app that appends to the clipboard.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Update: Djay 4.0.3
Algoriddim's audio DJ software adds support for Pioneer DDJ-ERGO MIDI controller, improved stability, a keyboard shortcut for Match Key, a fix for jog off mode on the Vestax Spin, and revised crossfader cutting shortcuts.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Update: Fontcase 2.1
Bohemian Coding's font manager gets a faster and better display pane, a redesigned body pane, much improved search, restoration of Typedia integration, and some bug fixes.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Update: Mental Case 2.1
The Mental Faculty's combination note-taker and review program adds a list mode for browsing and editing notes, a spread card browsing mode that shows all facets of each note, a new menu item to apply the settings of a selected note to all other notes in the stack, and other changes.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Update: xScope 3.0
The Iconfactory's suite of screen measurement and other tools gains a redesigned "modern" interface, SmartTools that turn on and off depending on the applications you're using, remote viewing of any Mac window on an iOS device, edge snap for rulers, vision simulations (e.g., color blindness), and more.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Update: Typinator 5
Ergonis Software's typing automator adds support for including results of scripts in a variety of languages (including AppleScript, Perl, PHP, Python, Ruby, and shell), a rewritten expansion mechanism and internal optimizations for greater speed and compatibility, date and time calculations, a calculator that can insert results in various formats, and more.
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Amazon Update
Amazon has good discounts across the Mac line-up, from MacBook Airs to MacBook Pros, Mac Minis through iMacs to Mac Pros. *And*, while you're saving yourself money, you're simultaneously providing critical support to the MacInTouch website, at no cost to you, just by clicking through any of our links to make purchases!
20.01.2012 06:20 Uhr, MacInTouch,
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Alesis Vortex brings back the Keytar, piano-neck tie, songs on MTV forthcoming
The guit-board is clearly the finest instrument to grace stadiums of decades past, but despite the innate bad-assery of the instrument, it faded into ironic-hipster use like the Eigenharp and Tenori-On. Fortunately, the geniuses at Alesis refused to let it pass into obscurity, releasing the Vortex in an attempt to propel the shoulder-slung keyboard into the stratosphere. Whilst plenty of body-mounted keyboards are available (Roland's
20.01.2012 06:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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20.01.2012 6:00 Uhr
Macworld transitions to Macworld|iWorld as conference begins next week
Paul Kent, general manager of Macworld Expo, says that next week's renamed Macworld|iWorld show will be "the most interesting and certainly the most unique show that we've ever produced." The event begins next Thursday at San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center, and according to what Kent describes, there will be plenty going on.
First up is the exhibition hall itself -- just like last year, it will be in the first floor of Moscone West. There are 271 exhibitors total, and 130 of those are app developers. Like last year, there will be plenty of iOS developers around, but one of the big pushes this year is to represent the emerging Mac App Store, so Macworld has set up an "OS X Zone," which will feature OS X apps and their developers. There are also plenty of
20.01.2012 05:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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20.01.2012 5:00 Uhr
TiVo Premiere updates rolling out to the masses
Knowing an update is coming and actually getting it are two different things entirely and if you were saddened that you missed out the latest build on your TiVo Premiere or Elite early, your wait is over. TiVo has announced via the official TiVo Blog that all TiVo Premieres should be a forced update away from an HD guide and other enhancements. Unlike those lucky few who only got to enjoy a few of the features, like the integrated Hulu search early, the last remaining feature has also officially been en
20.01.2012 04:50 Uhr, Engadget,
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NetLED WiFi-enabled, app-controllable, LED light tubes come to Japan
Because deep down, all you've ever really wanted are smartphone adjustable WiFi-LED light tubes controlled by a remote server out in the ether. Snarkiness aside, that's exactly what Japan's Net LED Technology Corporation has done with a lighting system it lovingly calls NetLED. The setup isn't for frugal types as, before even purchasing lights, you'll need to plunk down 60,000 yen (around $780) for a netLED router that serves as an in
20.01.2012 04:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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20.01.2012 4:00 Uhr
Verizon's Droid RAZR gets violet coat of paint, price tumbles to $200 on contract
Motorola has already unveiled the RAZR's bigger, battery-savvy brother, the Maxx, but it's not yet done with the original kevlar-skinned smartphone. Yes, the RAZR will get a color palette refresh for the new year, with Verizon readying a metallic purple edition for just under $200 -- that's a hundred bucks less than what Big Red hopes you'll lay down for the newer Maxx. Like its white and black siblings, it will shed the 16GB SD card that arrived with the first issue RAZR, leaving 16GB of built-in storage. You'll be able to ogle at that puce wafer-thin profile when it arrives on January 23rd. Verizon's self-congratulatory fanfare is after the br
20.01.2012 03:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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20.01.2012 3:00 Uhr
Microsoft acknowledges Xbox 360 color space problem in last update, is working on a fix
While we found a lot of things to like in the last Xbox 360 dashboard upgrade, not everyone was happy after it finally rolled out in early December. We've received word from multiple owners who saw and reported color output problems since the beta began, and today Director of Programming Larry Hryb aka Major Nelson tweeted that the company is "aware of the color space issue w/ some Xbox video apps & are working on a fix". While that should take care of some issues, more recen
20.01.2012 02:20 Uhr, Engadget,
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Anonymous rächt Schließung von MegaUpload.com
Nachdem das US-Justizministerium die bekannte Filehosting-Plattform MegaUpload.com durch das FBI schließen ließ und deren Betreiber um den Deutschen Kim Kimble Schmitz verhaftete, greift die Gruppierung (Weiter lesen)Mehr zum ThemaFunkzellenauswertung fand auch in Berlin stattBreitband: Deutschland dirigiert sich ins Abseits
20.01.2012 02:20 Uhr, WinFuture.de,
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Pad & Quill's cases: Classy covers for iPhone, iPad and MacBook Air
Pad & Quill has been making book-bound iPad and iPhone cases for a couple of years. By book-bound, I mean that the cases made using traditional book-binding materials and techniques. Like DODOcase, the cases have evolved a bit over the years to meet the requirements of new devices; unlike DODOcase, Pad & Quill has created a complete line of cases to protect many of your Apple mobile devices. In this review, I'll take a look at Pad & Quill's Little Black Book for iPhone, the Contega and Octavo iPad cases, and the new Cartella case for the MacBook Air.
Little Black Book for iPhone 4/4S
Let's start with the smallest member of the Pad & Quill family, the
20.01.2012 02:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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20.01.2012 2:00 Uhr
Canadian customers get lumps of clay instead of iPads
Vancouver, B.C. resident Mark Sandhu bought a new iPad 2 for his wife for Christmas, but when she opened the box, she found a tablet of another kind: a big chunk of clay. Sandhu took his purchase back to Canadian retailer Future Shop and complained, but the store initially thought he was trying to run a scam on them.
It's only after Sandhu contacted CTV, and after more cases of "clayPads" started showing up in Vancouver-area Future Shops and Best Buys, that Sandhu finally got compensation in the form of a full refund and a replacement iPad 2.
This isn't the first time we've heard of a scam like this, unfortunately. Cases involving bricks or other items inserted into iPod boxes and then ret
20.01.2012 01:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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ZTE pays Microsoft around $27 for each Windows Phone made
How much does it cost to license Microsoft's latest and greatest mobile OS? A fair bit it seems. While numbers have been bandied around before, this is the first time a per-handset figure was to an internal employee -- this time, the portfolio manager for ZTE UK, no less. Pegged at $27 per ZTE smartphone, TrustedReviews managed to get those licensing beans spilled at the glitzy London launch of the company's first Windows Phone ZTE Tania. The fee flies in the face of open-source Android, which requires no price to install on handsets. Microsoft, however, is still keeping an eye on its Google rival, collecting pat
20.01.2012 01:35 Uhr, Engadget,
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iBooks Author: Under the hood
I spent a good bit of time this morning taking a peek under the hood at iBooks Author and the files it builds. By request, here is a quick summary of some of the information I gathered on the topic. I warn you that this is going to be a non-generalist post, so do feel free to skip ahead on the site if this kind of info isn't really your thing.
The iBooks format appears to be an EPUB-like variant specific to Apple. Like EPUB, it's a zipped up file that contains an archive of the materials that make up the book. Inside, you find an Open Packaging folder and a META-INF Open Container Format folder, with its container.xml file. Unlike EPUB with its application/xhtml+xml mimetype, .ibooks uses application/x-ibooks+zip.
There are
20.01.2012 01:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Time Warner Cable app streams live TV to iPhones, no longer iPad-only
After finally issuing a version of its TWC TV app for Android tablets and phones (sans-line TV streaming, for now) Time Warner Cable has finally made its iOS version, which launched last March on the iPad, compatible with the iPhone and iPod Touch. There's no additional charge for the app which allows for the aforementioned live TV viewing (as long as you're on your home WiFi)
20.01.2012 01:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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20.01.2012 1:00 Uhr
iBooks 2 enthält Grafiken für iPad-Retina-Display
Ob nun Bestätigung für ein Retina-iPad oder nicht, Apple bereitet jedenfalls die iBooks-App auf die Zukunft vor. In der App finden sich wie in den Vorgängerversionen hochauflösende Versionen einiger Grafiken für das iPad.Eine Verwechslung mit den Grafiken für das Retina-iPhone ist ausgeschlossen,
20.01.2012 00:50 Uhr, Maclife,
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US-Behörden schalten Sharehoster Megaupload ab
Megaupload, eines der größten File-Sharing-Portale im Netz, wurde am Donnerstag von US-Behörden aufgrund massiver Verbreitung von urheberrechtlich geschütztem Material geschlossen. Einige der Betreiber, darunter auch Megaupload-Chef Kim Dotcom (alias Kim Schmitz), wurden in Neuseeland festgenommen.
20.01.2012 00:50 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Why McGraw-Hill is selling iBooks for $15
The announcement this morning that textbooks would be sold through the iBookstore wasn't especially surprising. But the price was; full-featured multimedia electronic textbooks being offered for no more than US$15 is exactly the kind of disruptive shakeup the industry needed. While only the K-12 education market is on board so far, I'm looking forward to a future where universities sign up too, and students' book costs drop from the nearly $1000 dollars a year I paid as an undergrad to much more reasonable and manageable levels.
One question on many peop
20.01.2012 00:35 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Daily Update for January 19, 2012
It's the TUAW Daily Update, your source for Apple news in a convenient audio format. You'll get all the top Apple stories of the day in three to five minutes for a quick review of what's happening in the Apple world.
You can listen to today's Apple stories by clicking the inline player (requires Flash) or the non-Flash link below. To subscribe to the podcast for daily listening through iTunes, click here.
20.01.2012 00:21 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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iTunes 10.5.3 ist erschienen
Wann immer sich etwas im iTunes-Ökosystem tut, zieht dies auch mit Sicherheit eine neue iTunes-Version nach sich. Wer die interaktiven iBooks-Textbücher ausprobiert hat, wird iTunes 10.5.3 bereits installiert haben, denn es ist Voraussetzung für die Synchronisation.Multitouch-Textbücher können über
20.01.2012 00:20 Uhr, Maclife,
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Asymco graphs Apple's distinctive growth curve and longevity
Look at the major PC vendors in the 1970s, then look at the same industry today. You'll find only one name common to both periods: Apple. The company's competitors from the early days of the PC industry have all either gone out of business, been absorbed into other companies, or shifted focus to other industries. Even once-mighty IBM got out of the business of selling PCs to consumers in the mid-2000s.
Not only is Apple by far the most long-lived company in the PC industry -- almost 36 straight years selling computers to everyday people, compared to 24 for IBM and 20
20.01.2012 00:05 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Editorial: Don't call it an ultrabook
Every year at CES, the tech-watching masses engage in a bit of trendspotting -- an attempt to identify the one or two big themes of the show that may or may not come to define the year in technology. Some years those are easy to spot (tablets and 3D TV were two big ones recently), and other times they involve a bit of guesswork. This year, one of the most oft-cited trends is the "ultrabook." Judging from the companies' announcements at the show and some of the coverage they've received, you might think that's a new sort of device or a radically new type of laptop. But, really, they're just laptops. Small, thin laptops -- but laptops. It's actually Ultrabook, with a capital "U," and a (TM). The n
20.01.2012 00:05 Uhr, Engadget,
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