iTunes 9.0.3Feb 01st, 2010
First Looks: New Potato Technologies FLPR Universal Remote for iPod touch + iPhoneMar 10th, 2010 As the latest universal remote control solution for iPhones and iPod touches, New Potato's FLPR ($80) combines a brand new and free FLPR application with an Infrared dongle that attaches to the bottoms of iPhones and iPods alike. The FLPR dongle is small, black, and compatible with some cases so that you needn't pull your favorite enclosure off of your device in order to use it. But the key to this accessory is the app, which has 14,000 remote control…First Looks: XtremeMac Tuffwrap Accent + Tatu for iPhone 3G/3GS and iPod touchMar 10th, 2010 As a 2010 CES Best of Show winner, XtremeMac's Tuffwrap Accent ($25) is a two-toned rubber case with bright colored back and separate front/side layers, available for the iPhone 3G and 3GS. By comparison, the iPhone 3G/3GS and iPod touch 2G versions of Tuffwrap Tatu ($30) look like a single-colored case with a second-colored pattern on the back, but use a process similar to Accent to actually blend two layers of color together in a distinctive…First Looks: XtremeMac InCharge Auto, Home + Home Plus for iPod and iPhoneMar 10th, 2010 The latest generation of XtremeMac's InCharge series of home and car chargers has arrived, and minimalist design is the name of the game. InCharge Auto ($20) is an ultra-simple black and gray car charger with a coiled cord, a low-profile Dock Connector, and a matte black charging bulb -- no frills, save for a 1 Amp charger that provides a faster recharge for iPhones, nice for the asking price. The Home ($30) and Home Plus ($40) versions of InCharge…News: iTunes LP failing to boost album salesMar 10th, 2010 Apple’s relatively new iTunes LP digital album format wasn’t originally proposed by the company, and has yet to significantly boost album sales, according to a new report. Citing anonymous industry sources, GigaOM reports that the format was in fact a result of the same negotiations between Apple and the major music labels that led to DRM-free songs and flexible pricing on the iTunes Store; a “concession” from Apple to make…First Looks: XtremeMac Sportwrap for iPod nano 5G/4GMar 10th, 2010 XtremeMac's latest Sportwrap ($30) is designed to work with both the fourth- and fifth-generation iPod nanos, adding small evolutions to the company's classic series of armbands. The new one includes an integrated cord manager, a matte-finished front play-through protective window, and a combination of neoprene, Velcro, and Lycra materials that is safe to wash. While Sportwrap isn't a revolutionary design in any way, it looks sharp and gets the basics…First Looks: XtremeMac Microshield Accent, Mix + Tatu for iPod nano 5G + iPhone 3G/3GSMar 10th, 2010 Three of XtremeMac's new iPhone 3G/3GS and iPod nano 5G cases have arrived in the form of Microshield Accent ($25), Microshield Mix ($25), and Microshield Tatu ($25). Microshield Accent is a combination of a clear hard plastic shell with a colored rubber side and bezel protector for the iPhone 3G/3GS, while Microshield Mix for iPhone 3G/3GS has a hard plastic back with a hexagonal pattern, plus a second colored rubber bezel protector.…News: Birdfeed becomes Brizzly for TwitterMar 10th, 2010 Thing Labs, developer of the Brizzly.com online Twitter and Facebook reader announced today that it has acquired the Birdfeed Twitter client from iPhone developer Buzz Andersen as the foundation for its new Brizzly for Twitter iPhone application. The original Birdfeed application has been removed from the App Store and the former home page for the app now simply displays an announcement from Brizzly informing users of the news and where to download…News: iKit debuts iPad Dura CaseMar 10th, 2010 iKit has introduced its new Dura Case for the Apple iPad. This hybrid case combines a hard shell plate with a soft-grip border to offer impact resistance and protection against scratches and dings. Features include a form-fitting design, open access to all ports and controls, and an included screen protector and cleaning kit. iKit’s new iPad Dura Case is now available for pre-order in clear or black and sells for $40. ...News: Verizon sees iPad as ‘opportunity’ to sell data plansMar 10th, 2010 An internal Verizon memo posted online by Engadget suggests the company sees the launch of the iPad as “an opportunity” to push its data service plans. The memo states that the 3G version of the iPad is $130 more than the Wi-Fi only model, plus the cost of 3G service, which comes “on an overloaded network with limited coverage.” As Engadget points out, however, unlimited iPad 3G data service on AT&T costs $30 per month…Review: Capcom Street Fighter IVMar 10th, 2010 “The gulf between the gaming experience that Street Fighter IV provides and what we are accustomed to playing on the iPhone and iPod touch these days is too huge to fully explain. People who have played even the original Street Fighter, let alone II or any of the other sequels, know already that these titles are impossible on Apple’s devices until a proper controller is released.” Yet here we are today, playing the final—well,…News: Unusual Studio shows Embassy Series cases for iPhone 3G, 3GSMar 10th, 2010 Unusual Studio has unveiled its new Embassy Series cases for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. Available in ten different designs, the Embassy Series are thin hard-shell cases featuring original artwork printed onto the case using advanced printing technology. The cases also offer full access to all ports, controls, and the camera, and come with a screen protector. Interestingly, the cases are to be packed using a Blind Assortment method, meaning each…News: Capcom releases Street Fighter IVMar 10th, 2010 Capcom has released the highly anticipated Street Fighter IV for the iPhone and iPod touch. First announced last month, Street Fighter IV brings the popular console game to the iPhone and iPod touch with a user interface specifically redesigned for the touchscreen and the same visual style and artwork found in the current generation console game. Eight classic characters are available in the game, including Ryu, Ken, Chun Li, Able, Blanka, M. Bison,…News: EFF posts Apple’s iPhone Developer Agreement onlineMar 10th, 2010 The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has acquired a recent copy of Apple’s iPhone Developer Program License Agreement (PDF Link) and posted it online. Previously seen only by those applying to be a licensed iPhone developer, the EFF used the Freedom of Information Act to ask NASA, which distributes a free NASA App through the App Store, for a copy. Contained within the agreement is a section prohibiting developers from making any “public…News: Photo of the Week: iPhone 3GS in SwedenMar 10th, 2010 This week’s featured photo is from our iPhones Around the World gallery, and shows an iPhone 3GS overlooking a snow-covered scene near Vanersborg, Sweden. To share your photos and to be considered for our Photo of the Week, you simply need to submit your own photo to one of our galleries. So get out there, take some pictures with your iPod or iPhone, and maybe your submission will be our next Photo of the Week! ...News: Quirky outs Cloak case for the iPadMar 09th, 2010 Quirky has introduced its new Cloak case for the Apple iPad. The Cloak sports an office folder-like design and non-slip rubber construction, with plastic on the hinge mechanisms and support braces. The iPad slides into the case from the top, and is completely protected when the case is shut; the case can also be used to prop the iPad up on a flat surface by either folding back the front cover or using the plastic support brace located on the case’s…News: Apple releases iPhone SDK 3.2 Beta 4 for iPadMar 09th, 2010 Apple has released the fourth beta version of its iPhone SDK 3.2 for iPad. First released in January following the introduction of the iPad, the SDK is tailored specifically to the device, including support for its 1024x768 resolution, other iPad-specific interface functions, and includes an iPad simulator application so developers can pre-test their apps in an environment similar to that of the final device. It is currently unclear what, if any,…News: Elgato announces new, smaller EyeTV HybridMar 09th, 2010 Elgato has announced its next-generation EyeTV Hybrid TV tuner stick for HDTV and analog TV. Hailed by the company as “America’s smallest TV tuner stick,” the new EyeTV Hybrid features an ultra-compact enclosure, a matte aluminum finish, a built-in USB connector, an analog/ATSC tuner, S-Video, Composite video, antenna, and stereo audio inputs, an IR remote control sensor for use with the included remote control, and included…News: WaterField unveils Smart Case, Slip Case for iPadMar 09th, 2010 WaterField Designs has introduced its new Smart Case and Slip Case accessories for the Apple iPad. Joining the company’s previously announced Ultimate SleeveCase and iPad Suede Jacket, the Smart Case is a top-loading case featuring an impact-resistant plastic inner shell with light padding, leather accents on the sides, Ultrasuede lining for protection against scratches, a color fabric exterior, and a “powermesh” back pocket for…News: Genera Mobile releases FORMULA 1 Live Racing 2010Mar 09th, 2010 Genera Mobile has released FORMULA 1 Live Racing 2010, an unofficial Formula 1 information app that allows F1 racing fans to follow Grand Prix racing on their iPhone or iPod touch. The application provides live commentary, lap-by-lap race positions, live coverage of qualification sessions and real-time leaderboards for all Grand Prix 2010 races. Users can also view detailed circuit information including weather conditions, view stats on the drivers…News: Jays rolls out a-Jays high-performance earphonesMar 09th, 2010 Jays has introduced its new a-Jays high-performance earphones. Available in three models, all a-Jays earphones feature an 8.6mm driver and flat, tangle-free TPE cords. The One model offers a sleek black finish, while the Two model sports a highly polished finish, a more bass-heavy sound signature, and an included stereo splitter and flight adapter. Finally, the Three model features a rubber coating, as well as titanium coated diaphragm (TCD)…News: CBS releases NCAA March Madness On DemandMar 09th, 2010 CBS Interactive has released a new app for iPhone and iPod touch users to follow the NCAA March Madness tournament games on their devices. NCAA March Madness on Demand provides live streaming video of every game of the tournament, available over both Wi-Fi and 3G/EDGE connections. The application also provides Westwood One live radio broadcasts of all games, video-on-demand highlights, game previews and current scores and headlines. Users can…News: Case-mate ships Hug case and charging pad for iPhoneMar 09th, 2010 Case-mate is now shipping its Hug protective case and charging pad solution for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. The Hug consists of a two-piece hard plastic case featuring aluminum accents and open access to the headphone jack, power button, volume buttons, and ring/silent switch, and a desktop charging pad with an aluminum base. When placed on the charging pad, the Hug case begins charging the encased iPhone wirelessly, shutting off automatically…News: Surviving High School releases new Mega PackMar 09th, 2010 Electronic Arts has released the first new mega pack for its episodic Surviving High School game. “Homecoming Queen” casts the player in the role of a female student who must work on her popularity, dancing skills and find a date in order to become Homecoming Queen. While the original main game pack “Football Season” cast the player in the role of a male football player, the new add-on pack provides players with the opportunity…Article: iPhone Gems: Top 12 Twitter Apps ReviewedMar 08th, 2010 Over the past year the popularity of the Twitter micro-blogging service has continued to increase dramatically. With this growth, the Twitter service itself has expanded to offer new communication and social features. Mobile devices such as the iPhone continue to be popular platforms for accessing and sharing information on Twitter, and there continues to be a healthy landscape of Twitter applications for the iPhone, offering new features to keep…News: Apple blocking ‘cookie-cutter’ apps from App Store?Mar 08th, 2010 Apple has started blocking so-called “cookie-cutter” basic applications from the App Store, according to a new report. Citing developer comments, TechCrunch reports that Apple is cracking down on applications that function as little more than glorified RSS feeds or business cards, many of which have traditionally been produced by app-building services. One such service, Appmakr, said Apple has reached out to provide suggestions which could…News: Apple execs heading to UK for iPad talksMar 08th, 2010 A team of Apple executives is expected to arrive in the United Kingdom this week for discussions with mobile operators about the iPad. The Sunday Times reports that Apple is expected to sign deals with more than one mobile operator, instead of going with a single provider approach. All three current UK iPhone carriers—O2, Orange, and Vodafone—are said to be anxious to make a deal, due to the positive buzz around the product and the potential…News: China Unicom working with Apple on Wi-Fi iPhoneMar 08th, 2010 China Unicom is working with Apple to build a Wi-Fi-capable version of the iPhone for the Chinese market, according to comments from Unicom chairman Chang Xiaobing. During initial negotiations between the two companies, Chinese regulations required handset makers to use a homegrown standard called WAPI for wireless Internet instead of Wi-Fi, causing Apple to remove the feature from iPhones bound for the Chinese market. These regulations were later…News: Sprout Creation intros Vers Wood case for iPad tabletMar 08th, 2010 Sprout Creation has introduced its new Vers Wood case for the Apple iPad. Handcrafted from solid hardwoods and bamboo, the case features steel reinforcement for added strength, a soft, scratch resistant lining, a form factor that covers the rear, sides, and bezel of the iPad, a top-loading design, open access to the 30-pin connector, volume controls, headphone port, home and power buttons, and an optional integrated vertical stand. Sprout Creation’s…News: Apple airs first iPad commercial during OscarsMar 07th, 2010 Apple has aired its first television commercial for the iPad, during the broadcast of the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. The 30-second spot shows the iPad in use, and highlights many of the device’s built-in applications, including Photos, Maps, iTunes, iPod, Safari, Calendar, and Mail, along with iBooks, the iBookstore, and Pages. The ad finishes by showing the device’s launch date followed by the iPad name; the spot also features the song…Article: Ask iLounge 3-05-10Mar 05th, 2010 This week's Ask iLounge topics: Running iTunes app on external hard drive, iPod shuffle shows no content, Switching Apple ID in iTunes, External microphones for 5G nano, Removing columns in iTunes, iPod Dock and Remote control solutionsNews: Enter the Schlage LiNK Giveaway todayMar 05th, 2010 If you haven’t yet entered our Schlage LiNK Giveaway, there’s still time to do so. In our Giveaway of the Month for March, iLounge and Schlage are giving away five Schlage LiNK Starter Kits with Wireless Keypad Deadbolts, which are compatible with the Schlage LiNK iPhone app. To enter, simply fill out and submit the form on the giveaway page—the giveaway will end on March 31, 2010 at 11:59PM Pacific Time. Good luck! ...News: ChangeWave: e-Reader buyers prefer iPad over KindleMar 05th, 2010 According to data from the latest ChangeWave survey, respondents looking to purchase an e-Reader in the next 90 days are more likely to buy an iPad than an Amazon Kindle. Specifically, 40% of those respondents said they would purchase an iPad, compared to 28% for the Amazon Kindle, 6% for the Barnes & Noble Nook, and only 1% who said they planned to purchase a Sony Reader. Among current e-Reader owners, 27% said they would have purchased an iPad…News: Apple patent outlines ad-supported video contentMar 05th, 2010 A newly-published Apple patent application suggests the company is looking at offering ad-supported video content on its devices. Titled “System and Method for Video Insertion Into Media Stream or File,” the patent describes a system by which video files, such as TV shows, would feature built-in segments, that could be filled with various forms of advertising. According to the patent, segments past the next scheduled ad break could be…News: Volkswagen releases Think Blue ChallengeMar 05th, 2010 Volkwagen has released a unique new racing game for the iPhone and iPod touch that challenges players to drive efficiently rather than simply fast. In Think Blue Challenge players are rewarded for efficient driving and maximum range, with the goal of racking up the most kilometers by consuming the least amount of fuel. Quiz questions are presented between each game stage to provide tips on how to play and fuel bonuses for correct answers. Scores can…News: reMail app released as Open SourceMar 05th, 2010 Following last month’s acquisition of reMail by Google, developer Gabor Cselle announced today that he has released the reMail code under an open source license as he will be focusing on other projects at Google. After purchasing reMail, Google decided to discontinue the application and remove it from the App Store, although existing users who had already purchased the app were able to continue using it. Cselle writes in his blog that he has…News: Latest edition of iPodweek coming later todayMar 05th, 2010 The latest edition of iPodweek, our weekly newsletter covering all things iLounge, is coming later today. iPodweek is a weekly summary of the best news, reviews, and feature articles we’ve published, and it also features giveaways and iPod accessory discount offers from various companies. There’s still plenty of time to sign up and receive this week’s edition — just use the simple form below to submit your email address, if you haven’t…News: iTunes dialog points to upgrade pricing on App Store (Updated)Mar 05th, 2010 An iTunes dialog box spotted by iPhone and Mac developer Fraser Speirs suggests Apple may be considering implementation of upgrade pricing in the App Store. The dialog box carries the heading “You do not qualify for this price,” going on to explain that “[t]his discounted price is only available to customers who own a previous version of this item. To purchase this item at full price, click OK.” Curiously, no “OK”…News: Wi-Fi-only iPad to launch in U.S. on April 3Mar 05th, 2010 Apple has announced that the Wi-Fi-only version of its long-awaited iPad tablet will launch on Saturday, April 3 in the United States, with the 3G model launching in late April. U.S. customers will be able to pre-order both Wi-Fi-only and 3G iPads from Apple’s online store, or reserve a Wi-Fi model for pick up at an Apple retail store, beginning on March 12. Internationally, all models of iPad will be available in Australia, Canada, France,…News: SpinThought launches StoryPages 2Mar 05th, 2010 SpinThought has released a new version of its StoryPages app for creating illustrated stories directly on the iPhone or iPod touch. StoryPages uses a storyboarding format similar to film and animation production and allows users to quickly layout drawings and associated text within a storyline. The StoryPages documents can be converted to PDF to share via e-mail or PNG to export to the photo library. StoryPages 2 adds full-screen landscape and portrait…News: Soma Games releases G 2.0, announces in-game contestMar 05th, 2010 Soma Games has announced a major update to its game G: Into The Rain. G is a gravity golf genre puzzle game where players build and launch exploration rockets to map out an uncharted solar system. Completely rewritten from the ground up, G 2.0 improves game performance, adds on-line leaderboards, more interactive arcade-style gameplay, an expanded storyline and Facebook and Twitter integration. To promote the launch of the new version Soma Games is…News: New Potato debuts FLPR IR remote for iPhone, iPod touchMar 04th, 2010 New Potato Technologies has announced its new FLPR universal remote control accessory for the iPhone and iPod touch. FLPR is a dock-connecting infrared accessory that works in concert with the company’s free FLPR application to let users control any IR remote-controlled device from their iPhones or iPod touches. Features include a preprogrammed database of over 14,000 remote control codes, customizable skins and icons for each device, support…News: Caze unveils Jade Polish Rainbow for iPhone 3G, 3GSMar 04th, 2010 Caze has unveiled its new Jade Polish Rainbow case for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. An accented version of the company’s Jade Polish See-Thru case, the Polish Rainbow features more than 50 Swarovski crystals of different colors scattered around the bottom of the case’s rear to create a rainbow pattern. Included with the case are one mirror-finish and one anti-fingerprint screen protector, clear protection film for the Apple logo, a wallet-size…News: Philips teases upcoming iPad accessoriesMar 04th, 2010 Philips has launched a new webpage dedicated to its upcoming accessories for the Apple iPad. Included on the page are a new sleeve-style soft case that offers a reversible design with different inner and outer colors, a leatherette case with a velcro-closure top flap, neoprene lining, and added padding for the screen, and a screen protector. Also shown on the page are a device-agnostic portable speaker and a pair of headphones; no exact product names,…News: Fortune names Apple ‘World’s Most Admired Company’Mar 04th, 2010 For the third year in a row, Apple has been ranked as the “World’s Most Admired Company” by Fortune. The magazine describes Apple as the company that “changed the way we do everything from buy music to design products to engage with the world around us. Its track record for innovation and fierce consumer loyalty translates into tremendous respect across business’ highest ranks.” A quote from BMW CEO Norbert Reithofer…News: Meet The Oscars provides free Academy Awards reference guideMar 04th, 2010 The AppMaster has released a new free reference app for the 2010 Academy Awards. Meet The Oscars provides a full list of this year’s Academy Awards nominees, organized by category and film and allows users to keep a checklist of which movies they have viewed or are interested in seeing. Links to IMDB are provided for each nominated film, director and actor and users can view movie trailers directly from within the app. Meet The Oscars is available…News: Polarbit releases Raging Thunder 2Mar 04th, 2010 Polarbit has released Raging Thunder 2, a successor to its popular Raging Thunder racing game for the iPhone and iPod touch. Raging Thunder 2 allows the player to choose from among a fleet of fully upgradeable tuner cars and race on one of ten different tracks featuring high-quality OpenGL 2.0 3D graphics. Users can upgrade various aspects of their car including wheels, body, wings and engine to tune for optimal performance. The game features six…News: Judge halts Nokia-Apple case pending ITC investigationMar 04th, 2010 A federal judge in Delaware has signed an order halting litigation between Nokia and Apple over alleged patent infringement pending resolution of the companies’ respective claims with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC announced in January that it would investigate Nokia’s claims of patent infringement against Apple, and said it would consider Apple’s claims against Nokia in February. The Associated Press reports…News: Apple pulling Wi-Fi detectors from App Store?Mar 04th, 2010 Apple has pulled several Wi-Fi detection applications from the App Store, according to a Register report. The reports states that Apple has pulled the apps, which actively scanned for nearby available Wi-Fi networks, because they used a “private framework.” “We received a very unfortunate email today from Apple stating that WiFi Where has been removed from sale on the App Store for using private frameworks to access wireless information,”…News: Scosche ships ReviveLite 2 for iPod, iPhoneMar 04th, 2010 Scosche has announced that its ReviveLite 2 combination charger and nightlight for the iPod and iPhone is now shipping. Originally debuted in our 2010 iPod + iPhone Buyers’ Guide, the ReviveLite 2 features a smaller footprint than its predecessor, with a new forward-folding dock for greater stability. Other features include a new USB port on the side for charging a second device, and an integrated, switchable LED nightlight. Scosche’s ReviveLite…News: Chillingo releases Radio Flare ReduxMar 04th, 2010 Chillingo has released Radio Flare REDUX for the iPhone and iPod touch. Developed by studio radiolaris as a successor to its popular Radio Flare, REDUX is a music-based side-scrolling shooter featuring action choreographed to a techno, club and house soundtrack by internationally renowned DJs and dance artists. In the game, players pilot a spaceship through 33 levels by dragging or using an on-screen joystick, dodging or destroying enemy ships as…News: CaseCrown rolls out Timber Glider V2 for iPhone 3G, 3GSMar 04th, 2010 CaseCrown has introduced its new Timber Glider V2 case for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. Made from Maple, Rosewood, and/or Walnut, the Timber Glider V2 is a wooden case featuring a soft felt lining for scratch protection, a unique “squeeze latch” closure, a striped design, and open access to all ports, controls, and the camera. CaseCrown’s Timber Glider V2 case for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS is available now and sells for $35.…News: Booq intros Boa skin XS case for iPadMar 04th, 2010 Booq has introduced its new Boa skin XS case for the Apple iPad. Boa skin XS is a low-profile, sleeve-style case offering a rigid, durable “Twylon” base for impact protection, neoprene outer skin, and a soft non-scratch interior for added display protection. While the Boa skin XS can be carried on its own, the design is also good for protecting the device while in another bag, pack, or purse. Booq’s Boa skin XS sleeve for iPad is…News: GelaSkins now offering Marvel Comics designsMar 04th, 2010 GelaSkins has announced that it is now offering select Marvel Comics designs on its protective, decorative skins for the iPod and iPhone. Currently available designs include character images of Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the X-Men, and are available for the iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, first-, second-, and third-generation iPod touch, and the iPod classic, as well as through the company’s Do-It-Yourself customizable service. All GelaSkins feature…News: Vlingo 2.0 adds voice-powered SMS and e-mail supportMar 04th, 2010 Vlingo has released a major update to its voice recognition application for the iPhone. Initially released in late 2008, Vlingo was one of the first voice-powered iPhone apps to allow users to initiate calls, search the web and Google Maps and compose Facebook and Twitter status updates using voice commands. Vlingo 2.0 adds support for dictating and sending e-mail and SMS messages by voice and a completely redesigned user interface to improve ease…News: Apple pursuing cloud-based media delivery strategy?Mar 03rd, 2010 Apple has been in talks with some of the major film studios recently about enabling iTunes users to store their content on Apple-controlled servers, according to a new report. Citing two people familiar with the discussions, Cnet reports that the service would be offered alongside similar cloud-based offerings for TV shows and music, and that Apple’s plan would involve having users access video from various Internet-connected devices, including,…News: Apple seeking iTunes Store feedback from usersMar 03rd, 2010 Apple has begun to email certain iTunes Store account holders seeking feedback on how they use the Store, iLounge has learned. The email, which carries the subject “Tell us how you like iTunes,” links to a survey about use of the iTunes Store; more specifically, about video and movie purchase and rental, including why users purchase movies from the iTunes Store and what types of devices they typically watch them on. Other questions asked…News: Fire Core releases aTV Flash 4.1, supports Apple TV 3.0.2Mar 03rd, 2010 Fire Core has released version 4.1 of its aTV Flash software utility package for the Apple TV. aTV Flash allows users to install a number of different software packages—including the Couch Surfer Pro web browser, a RSS feed reader, and support for a much broader set of media formats—on their Apple TV units using a USB flash drive. New in version 4.1 is full 5.1 surround sound support for nearly all media types, including DVD (VIDEO_TS)…News: Buzzie provides native app for Google BuzzMar 03rd, 2010 iPhone developer Alberto Garcia Hierro has released Buzzie, a native iPhone app for accessing Google’s new Google Buzz service. Buzzie allows iPhone and iPod touch users to post public or private Buzz messages, view messages from other Buzz users and comment on messages and mark them as liked. Users can also browse links and images attached to messages, manage followers, find new people to follow and view nearby places and related Buzz messages.…News: Wall Street Journal app for iPad confirmedMar 03rd, 2010 Rupert Murdoch, CEO of News Corp, has confirmed that an iPad application for the Wall Street Journal is presently under development. This follows a report that Apple CEO Steve Jobs had visited the Wall Street Journal last month to provide a personal demonstration of the iPad. According to Murdoch, WSJ developers have been given access to a pre-release iPad for development purposes but that the device is “kept under padlock and key” by…News: Apple pressuring labels to drop Amazon MP3’s Daily DealMar 03rd, 2010 Apple has recently been pressuring the major music labels to stop participating in the Amazon MP3 Daily Deal promotions, according to a Billboard report. Citing multiple anonymous label executives, the report claims that Amazon originally launched the promotions as a way to drive traffic to the store, but more recently began asking for one-day exclusives prior to the featured albums’ release dates and digital marketing support from the labels…News: iPad training to begin March 10, launch on 26th?Mar 03rd, 2010 Apple will begin training its retail employees on the iPad beginning March 10, according to a new report. Citing anonymous inside sources, as well as an Apple Store manager in Southern California, The Examiner reports that commercials for the device will begin airing on March 15, with e-book capabilities as a point of emphasis, and that Friday, March 26 is a “very likely” date for the device’s launch, although the official date has…News: AT&T CEO Stephenson talks iPhone, iPad at conferenceMar 03rd, 2010 Speaking at an investor conference this week, AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson made several comments concerning the iPhone and iPad. Regarding the iPhone, Stephenson said he expects the device to be an important part of the company’s handset lineup for “quite some time.” The Wall Street Journal reports that he also said that major carriers will eventually move to a “variable pricing model” to help deal with the large amount…News: Photo of the Week: iPod in BoracayMar 03rd, 2010 This week’s featured photo is from our iPods Around the World gallery, and shows a third-generation iPod at the Nami Beach Resort in Boracay. To share your photos and to be considered for our Photo of the Week, you simply need to submit your own photo to one of our galleries. So get out there, take some pictures with your iPod or iPhone, and maybe your submission will be our next Photo of the Week! ...News: MLB.com releases At Bat 2010Mar 03rd, 2010 MLB.com has released the 2010 season edition of its popular sports app. MLB.com At Bat 2010 allows iPhone and iPod touch users to watch or listen to Major League Baseball games live on their device, view up to the minute scores and player stats and watch in-game highlights and condensed games. The 2010 edition introduces several new features including Spring Training statistics, breaking news, schedules, rosters, player stats and a searchable video…News: Vestalife debuts first iPad speaker system, revised MantisMar 02nd, 2010 Vestalife has announced its new Mantis speaker system, the first speaker system with an iPad-compatible dock. The new Mantis will increase in overall size 25% from its predecessor to accomodate docking of the iPad, and will also see an increase in overall power to accomodate the iPad’s charging demands, which will also increase acoustic performance. Other features such as the folding speaker “wing” design, digital amplifier, down-firing…Article: iPhone Gems: Denizen, Sparkle the Game, Tilt to Live + Vector Tanks Extreme!Mar 02nd, 2010 Welcome to this week’s unexpected second gaming edition of iPhone Gems! The release of four more interesting titles led us to put together an additional roundup of games that are worthy of your attention, though three of the four should be pretty familiar to serious arcade and console fans: one is a clone of a classic Sega shooter, another duplicates popular action-puzzlers from Mitchell and PopCap, and a third borrows heavily from a 1980 Atari…News: Apple job postings point to iBookstore, mobile ad expansionMar 02nd, 2010 A handful of new Apple job postings suggest the company is looking to expand its iBookstore into foreign markets and strengthen its mobile advertising team. A listing for an iBooks Asia Pacific & Canada manager describes the position as working with management, partners, production, and marketing to determine strategies for iBooks in “Canada, Australia, New Zealand and other countries,” coordinating launches, and securing content.…News: ThinkFlood unveils RedEye mini infrared adapter for iPhone, iPod touchMar 02nd, 2010 ThinkFlood has introduced its new RedEye mini IR transmitter for the iPhone and iPod touch. Unlike the company’s full-size RedEye Universal Remote, which is comprised of a small IR transmitter box with built-in Wi-Fi and an accompanying app that transmits commands to the box using the Wi-Fi connection, the new RedEye mini is a small, cylindrical 3.5mm IR transmitter that connects to the iPhone’s or iPod touch’s headphone jack, communicating…News: FreshDirect app lets NYC users order groceries from their iPhoneMar 02nd, 2010 FreshDirect, a leading online grocer in New York City, has released a new application to allow FreshDirect users to place grocery orders directly from their iPhone or iPod touch. Developed by digital firm Schematic, the application is designed to deliver the same functionality as the FreshDirect web site, allowing users to create, submit, and update orders and schedule and update delivery times right from their device. Users can search the FreshDirect…News: Dr. Seuss apps on sale todayMar 02nd, 2010 In honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and NEA’s Read Across America Day, Oceanhouse Media has dropped the price of its Dr. Seuss iPhone and iPod touch applications to $1 for today only. The licensed developer of Dr. Seuss applications for the iPhone platform, Oceanhouse Media currently offers six interactive eBooks, games and activity applications including titles such as The Cat in the Hat, How The Grinch Stole Christmas and Dr. Seuss Camera.…Review: CableJive duaLink Sync Splitter Cable for iPod + iPhoneMar 02nd, 2010 Unlike the other cables, which have been done before, duaLink offers something new—it combines a miniature two-port USB hub with twin Dock Connector cables, enabling a single USB port to provide power and synchronization capabilities to two iPods or iPhones at the same time. From metal end to metal ends, the cable is only one foot long, or roughly 1/3 the length of a standard Apple Dock Connector to USB cable, and the individual cables are…News: HTC responds to Apple iPhone patent suitMar 02nd, 2010 In response to an inquiry from iLounge, HTC offered its initial response to Apple’s lawsuit, which claims that HTC has infringed on 20 iPhone-related hardware and software patents. “HTC only learned of Apple’s actions this morning via media reports, and therefore we have not yet had the opportunity to investigate the filings,” a HTC representative told iLounge. “Until we have had this opportunity, we are unable to comment…News: Gameloft releases Rayman 2: The Great EscapeMar 02nd, 2010 Gameloft has released an iPhone version of the highly-acclaimed console game Rayman 2: The Great Escape. Rayman 2 is a 3D-rendered platform game where the player must travel through a sequence of levels, fighting enemies, solving puzzles and collecting lums in search of four magical masks that will save the world from evil robot pirates from outer space. The game features 45 environments fully rendered in 3D through which the player must control Rayman…News: myStarbucks now available in Canada and the UKMar 02nd, 2010 Starbucks has released its myStarbucks iPhone application in the Canadian and UK App Stores. Previously released only in the U.S. myStarbucks allows iPhone and iPod touch users to locate nearby Starbucks stores, browse the menu and create and share their favorite Starbucks beverages. The original U.S. version of the application has also been updated to provide more detailed information on Canadian and UK Starbucks locations for users travelling in…News: Apple files patent infringement suit against HTCMar 02nd, 2010 Apple has announced that it has filed a lawsuit against HTC “for infringing on 20 Apple patents related to the iPhone’s user interface, underlying architecture and hardware.” According to the announcement, the suit was filed concurrently with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and in U.S. District Court in Delaware. “We can sit by and watch competitors steal our patented inventions, or we can do something about it. We’ve…News: DiGi to offer iPhone 3G, 3GS in MalaysiaMar 02nd, 2010 DiGi Telecommunications has reached an agreement with Apple to offer the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS in Malaysia. According to the company, it will launch the handsets “in the coming months,” with an exact launch date and package details to be released later. According to Bloomberg BusinessWeek, DiGi signed a three-year agreement with Apple, which will signal the end of Maxis Communications’ exclusivity in the region. “The competition…News: Netflix surveys interest in iPhone appMar 02nd, 2010 According to a recent report from Hacking Netflix, several Netflix users have received a survey suggesting that an iPhone streaming application may be in development. The survey describes a hypothetical iPhone app that would allow Netflix members to stream movies and TV show episodes over Wi-Fi at no additional fee and with no advertisements or trailers. The proposed application would also include the ability to fast-forward, rewind, pause and watch…News: Jays launches q-Jays Custom earphonesMar 02nd, 2010 Jays has announced its new q-Jays Custom earphones. The q-Jays Custom feature dual armature q-Jays earphones mounted in a silicone mold, made by Bellman & Symfon, that is casted to fit the individual user’s ear canal for increased comfort and sound quality. Unlike most custom molded earphones, the q-Jays Custom can be removed and placed back in the mold, allowing for use as a normal in-ear headphone, and allowing the user to change the silicone…Backstage: Ten Rules for Buying Apple Products, Briefly RevisitedMar 01st, 2010 Back in September 2006, we published an article titled Ten Rules for Buying Apple Products, which included one simple question that could help with Apple product purchases, and ten pieces of information that reflected time-tested truths about Apple’s release strategies. A reader wrote us today to ask how this applies to the iPad, so here’s a brief answer or two. The simple question presented in the article—“does the product…Review: TJM Innovations Bandshell for iPhone 3G/3GSMar 01st, 2010 Creating smooth, relatively low profile cases for iPhones has become fairly easy over the last couple of years, with some developers engineering shells that are less than a millimeter thick despite anti-scratch coatings and interesting plastic moldings. Bandshell takes the opposite approach, very substantially bulking up the iPhone 3G/3GS using a surprisingly strong-feeling hard plastic that snaps together to ruggedize the iPhone inside. Not only…News: Apple MobileMe director leaves for mobile entertainment companyMar 01st, 2010 Pablo Calamera, former director of MobileMe for Apple, has left the company to join mobile entertainment group Thumbplay as Chief Technology Officer. Calamera had spent ten total years with Apple, the most recent stint being 2006-2010, and has also worked with Sidekick-maker Danger and WebTV. In his new role with Thumbplay, Calamera will have oversight of all technology initiatives for the company, including its recently launched Thumbplay Music,…News: Bioserie intros bioplastic covers for iPhone 3G, 3GSMar 01st, 2010 Bioserie has announced its new bioplastic covers for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. The eco-friendly cases are made from plastic derived entirely from plants instead of petrochemicals, and offer open access to all ports, controls, and the camera, as well as a leaf-inspired design on the rear of the case. Bioserie’s bioplastic covers for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS are available now in white, green, orange, red, mauve, and black, and sell for…News: Marco Arment releases Instapaper Pro updateMar 01st, 2010 Marco Arment has released a major update to his popular Instapaper Pro offline reading application. Instapaper Pro 2.2 adds an in-app browser for opening links and graphical pages and the ability to scroll by page and share selected text or look it up in a dictionary. The update also provides several UI improvements such as partially-read indicators for articles, landscape view for the article list, and the ability to delete items from the archive…News: Winners of Uncommon Custom Case Giveaway announcedMar 01st, 2010 The final 50 winners in our Uncommon Custom Case Giveaway have just been announced. In the giveaway, 200 iLounge readers won a custom Uncommon iPhone 3G, 3GS or iPod touch case, with 50 winners being announced on each of the three prior Mondays. Congratulations to all the winners! Don’t forget to enter our Schlage LiNK Giveaway, our Giveaway of the Month for March. ...Article: iPhone Gems: Colorbind, Color Storm!, Dora Saves the Crystal Kindom + Go, Diego, Go!Mar 01st, 2010 Welcome to this week’s gaming edition of iPhone Gems. The loose theme of these Gems is color—colorful puzzles in Colorbind and Colorbind Lite, irradiated raindrops in the tap-to-pop title Color Storm, and colorful flute playing and crystal gathering in two Nickelodeon kids’ games based on Dora the Explorer and Diego the Animal Rescuer. Our top pick of the week is Colorbind. Read on for all the details. Colorbind and Colorbind Lite…News: V-Moda debuts Remix Remote in-ear headphonesMar 01st, 2010 V-Moda has introduced its new Remix Remote in-ear headphones. The new Remix Remote offers an in-line three-button remote and microphone, offering full compatibility with the latest iPods and iPhones, and also features newly tuned 9mm V-Masque neodymium dynamic drivers, redesigned silicone eartips for improved ergonomics and audio performance, all-metal construction, and Kevlar-reinforced cables. Currently available exclusively in a black and silver…News: Condé Nast confirms Wired, GQ, others for iPadMar 01st, 2010 Condé Nast has confirmed upcoming iPad versions of its Wired, GQ, Vanity Fair, Glamour, and The New Yorker magazines. According to the New York Times, GQ—which currently offers an iPhone version of its magazine—will have its iPad-formatted version ready for the April issue, while Vanity Fair and Wired—the latter of which has publicly demonstrated a tablet-formatted version of its magazine—will follow with iPad versions of…News: Ngmoco launches We Rule on Canadian App StoreMar 01st, 2010 Ngmoco has launched its latest game, We Rule as an initial release on the Canadian App Store. This follows the same strategy the company has used with other recent games to ensure that its Plus+ network is working properly and stable prior to releasing the game to a larger audience. We Rule is an empire-building game where players direct their citizens to grow crops, construct buildings and work at other tasks to develop their estate’s infrastructure…News: iLounge announces Schlage LiNK GiveawayMar 01st, 2010 iLounge is pleased to announce the Schlage LiNK Giveaway. In our Giveaway of the Month for March, iLounge and Schlage are giving away five Schlage LiNK Starter Kits with Wireless Keypad Deadbolts, which are compatible with the Schlage LiNK iPhone app. To enter, simply fill out and submit the form on the giveaway page—the giveaway will end on March 31, 2010 at 11:59PM Pacific Time. Good luck! ...News: Nuance announces three new medical appsMar 01st, 2010 Nuance, makers of the popular Dragon Dictation application, announced today that it plans to release three new iPhone applications for medical professionals: Dragon Medical Mobile Dictation, Dragon Medical Mobile Search and Dragon Medical Mobile Recorder. These applications build on the technologies in Nuance’s consumer Dragon Dictation and Dragon Search applications to allow physicians, nurses and other healthcare workers to access clinical…News: iPad’s A4 chip based on ARM Cortex A8?Mar 01st, 2010 According to a new report, Apple’s A4 chip, announced as the processor inside the iPad, is based on a single ARM Cortex A8 processing core, instead of a multi-core ARM Cortex A9 chip as had been previously reported. Citing multiple anonymous sources, Ars Technica reports that the A4 chip houses both a single Cortex A8 core and a PowerVR SGX GPU, similar to those found in the iPhone 3GS, and speculates that the company significantly pared down…News: Ubisoft releases Assassin’s Creed II: Multiplayer, free for a limited timeMar 01st, 2010 Ubisoft has released a multiplayer version of its popular Assassin’s Creed II game exclusively for the iPhone and iPod touch. The multiplayer version of the game allows players to compete with up to three other player-controlled assassins over a Wi-Fi connection. The goal for each player is to hunt down the other players and assassinate them by using stealth and hiding in amongst non-player characters. The game provides three different playing…News: Associated Press plans iPad appMar 01st, 2010 The Associated Press has announced that it plans to develop a native iPad application for accessing AP news content as part of an initiative to create new experiences for consuming news on various mobile devices. To facilitate this The Associated Press has created a new strategic business unit, AP Gateway that will be responsible for developing new business opportunities for multimedia news. Speaking with the Colorado Press Association, Tom Curley,… |
No question about it, 123 Copy DVD is the undisputed #1 DVD Copy software! The team at Podmaxx 09 were recently asked to endorse an Anti-Virus product. No contest, Defender Pro is #1. |
|
|
