Extra! Read all about it! Wikimedia Commons Now it’s official : As was presaged at the launch of News Corp.’s The Daily , Apple today is rolling out a new subscription model for digital content publishers who distribute via the App Store. Read the original post by The New York Observer
Month: February 2011
PwnageTool 4.2 released, untethered, fixes iBooks
The Phone Dev Team’s PwnageTool, which allows for the Jailbreak of iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and Apple TV, has been updated to version 4.2 and now is untethered and fixes issues with iBooks. With [Chronic Dev Team’s] permission, we’ve incorporated their 4.2.1 “feedface” untether into today’s PwnageTool 4.2. This means iPhone unlockers can safely restore…
Microsoft, Nokia Deal Could Stumble on Timing
Microsoft and Nokia need to speed the transition of Windows Phone 7 onto the latters smartphones in order for their deal to succeed, according to analysts. – The agreement between Microsoft and Nokia to port Windows Phone 7 onto the latters smartphone devices will almost certainly change the mobile landscape in coming years. But if…
Timberland High Alpine Large 16″ Laptop Backpack for $33 + free shipping
Buy.com offers the Timberland High Alpine Large 15.6″ Notebook Backpack in Black/Orange (pictured) or Wild Dove for $33.24. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find in any color by $18, although we saw it for $8 less in December (since expired). It accommodates laptops with up to 15.6″ screens and features…
Apple Report Details Response to Foxconn Suicides
Apple sent COO Tim Cook and other executives to its Foxconn facility in 2010 after a rash of suicides attracted massive media attention, according to a company report. – Apple responded quickly to a rash of worker suicides at the Foxconn facility that fabricates many of its products, according to the companys annual supplier responsibility…
Eastleigh Hide Away Storage Desk for $102 + free shipping
OfficeMax offers the Eastleigh Hide Away Storage Desk model no. OM04316, for, $101.99. With free shipping, that’s $18 off and the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a slide-out printer shelf, two adjustable shelves, cord management, right- or left-side door, and more. Read the original post by…
News: Apple updates App Store Review Guidelines to cover ‘cheating’
Following this morning’s announcement of a new subscription billing service for the App Store, Apple has updated its App Store Review Guidelines to reflect changes related to the subscription service, as well as to add new language relating to those who try to ‘cheat’ the App Store system. As reported by Mac Rumors, the new…
HTC launching phones with dedicated hardware Facebook button
At Mobile World Congress on Tuesday Feb. 15, HTC unveiled a number of devices, including a pair of phones specc’ed at lower-levels, but with one big addition: a dedicated hardware Facebook button. Read the original post by iPhoneHacks
Review: Optoma Neo-i Video Projector + Speaker System for iPhone + iPod
Despite the price tag and roughly 13” by 3” by 9” size, the Neo-i almost—almost—feels like a comparative bargain when it’s compared with earlier alternatives such as AAXA’s P1 Pico Projector and Sparkz Products’ Dock Projector. These little units ranged from 12 to 15 lumens of lighting power and had tiny, tinny speakers inside; Neo-i…
LeapFrog brings tablet computing to kids with LeapPad Explorer
It’s no surprise that tablets are rapidly turning from a niche computing device into something that’s owned by everyone, and LeapFrog are embracing this fact by bringing the device to kids. Read the original post by Ubergizmo
U.S.-Ecuador pollution row deepens; Chevron accuses state-run firm of pollution (AHN)
(AHN) – A day after an Ecuadorian court ordered Chevron to pay $8.6 billion in compensation, the American oil giant said it would appeal against the fine in the long-running dispute over pollution. Read the original post by iPhoneHacks
OWC’s Garage Sale: Adapters, RAM, accessories, computers, more
Other World Computing continues to discount select clearance items as part of its Garage Sale. (Items are removed from the page when they’re sold out.) Shipping starts at $1.99. Note that most items are available in very limited quantities. Some best bets: NewerTechnology T10 Torx Screwdriver for 50 cents OEM Apple 512MB PC5300 DDR2 667MHz…
Apple Crippling iBooks On Jailbroken iPhone?
If you’ve jailbroken your iPhone using greenpois0n, Redsn0w then you might have noticed that you’re not able to open some eBooks using the iBooks app. Comex, member of iPhone Dev team and developer of jailbreaking tools like JailbreakMe and Spirit has figured out what might be causing the problem. Comex explains: It seems that before…
Nsquare Touchmate Gloves for iPhone / iPad for $14 + free shipping
Shop4Tech.com offers the Nsquare Touchmate Gloves for iPhone / iPad for $16.95. Coupon code “VA15″ cuts it to $14.41. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $5. These unisex gloves allow you to use an array of devices such as cameras, phones, and more while keeping your hands warm. These…
D-Link 802.11n WiFi Access Point for $47 after rebate + free shipping
newegg.com offers the D-Link Xtreme N Duo 802.11n Wireless Bridge / Access Point, model no. DAP-1522, for $46.99 via the directions below. With free shipping, that’s $8 under our August mention and the lowest total price we could find by $10. This device extends the range of your existing wireless network. Deal expires February 16….