If you’ve ever tried to set up a new Mac from scratch, you know that it’s challenging to install all of the platform’s essential apps one at a time. Get Mac Apps has decided to step in and take care of that issue with its website, getmacapps.com (Free). As of […] Read the original post…
Mac: Get Mac Apps getmacapps.com
If you’ve ever tried to set up a new Mac from scratch, you know that it’s challenging to install all of the platform’s essential apps one at a time. Get Mac Apps has decided to step in and take care of that issue with its website, getmacapps.com (Free). As of […] Read the original post…
News: Apple to attend summit on stolen electronic devices
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has announced that he and San Francisco District Attorney George Gas?on will be questioning Apple, Google, Samsung, and Microsoft officials about why the companies haven’t taken more steps to combat theft. Schneiderman recently sent letters to Tim Cook and other CEOs expressing his concerns […] Read the original post…
News: Apple to attend summit on stolen electronic devices
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has announced that he and San Francisco District Attorney George Gas?on will be questioning Apple, Google, Samsung, and Microsoft officials about why the companies haven’t taken more steps to combat theft. Schneiderman recently sent letters to Tim Cook and other CEOs expressing his concerns […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Hard Candy Cases ShockDrop for iPad (5th-Gen)
In anticipation of the fifth-generation iPad’s release — which it believes will take place in June — Hard Candy Cases is already manufacturing units for the unannounced but widely discussed device. We’ve just received ShockDrop ($TBD), and it matches what we’ve previously heard and seen about the dimensions of Apple’s […] Read the original post…
News: Dev claims Apple throttling cellular iPhone, iPad data
Following the release of hacked carrier files for Apple’s latest iPhone and iPads, developer Joseph Brown has written a blog post claiming that Apple is reducing the peak cellular data speeds of iPhones and iPads through coding. Notably, Brown writes that AT&T, Verizon and Sprint devices are all throttled in […] Read the original post…
First Looks: CruxCase CruxSkunk Keyboard Case for iPad 2, iPad (3rd/4th-Gen)
The iPad keyboard case market is mature, with very good to great options commonly available for $100 or less. Most are made from plastic, but offer thorough protection and very usable typing surfaces. Designed for use with the iPad 2 and both Retina iPads, CruxCase’s new CruxSkunk ($210) is an […] Read the original post…
Ask iLounge: Blocking data access on an iPhone
Q: My grandson just betrayed my trust. I want to turn off his data and texting so that he can’t turn it back on, but because we have a shared plan the phone company cannot turn off for just his iPhone. Can this be done? – Pete A: Unfortunately, the […] Read the original post…
Review: Sol Republic Master Tracks
Despite their high price, Master Tracks are made substantially from plastic. They feature a minimalist design that doesn’t feel cheap, but isn’t as polished or cohesive as some of the best fashion headphones we’ve seen. For instance, the headband is a simple flexible piece of plastic enhanced with padding at […] Read the original post…
News: Report: iRadio to rival Pandora, add ‘highly targeted’ ads
Apple’s upcoming iRadio music streaming service will feature virtual radio stations akin to Pandora’s, according to a new report, but will differ in selling “highly targeted” interstitial audio ads and onscreen ads using the iOS iAds service. Advertisers will be able to target users based on location, as well as […] Read the original post…
News: Apple releases iTunes 11.0.4
Apple has released iTunes 11.0.4, which “fixes a problem that may cause iTunes to quit if you switch between wired and wireless syncing.” Also, an issue that forced users to repeatedly login to the iTunes Store is resolved. The update is available through the Mac App Store, and will soon […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Bracketron Twist & Charge
Bracketron’s Twist & Charge ($18) is one of the more original charging accessories we’ve seen in a while. Instead of occupying a wall outlet, it actually piggybacks off another plug. The black plastic body has a flip-out surface with cutouts for standard American plug prongs. You’re supposed to push a […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple files for ‘iWatch’ trademark in Russia
Apple has reportedly applied to register a trademark for “iWatch” in Russia, according to Russian news service Izvestia.ru (translated link), which notes that the trademark application specifically contemplates timepieces and computers/computer peripherals. The report also claims that the “iWatch” name was first registered in Jamaica by Apple last December. Despite […] Read the original post…
News: Apple TV software, iOS accessory exploits appear
Two hacks capable of exploiting Apple products have recently surfaced. Plexconnect allows the Plex media player client to run on Apple TV without jailbreaking the device. While an iOS Plex app has been available, this new hack puts Plex on the Apple TV with nothing more than a brief connection […] Read the original post…
Mac: LaCie XtremKey USB 3.0
The odds that you’ll actually need the protection offered by LaCie’s new XtremKey USB 3.0 ($85-$140) are probably pretty low, but it’s still a fun accessory. This flash drive is built to stand up to anything thrown at it, or anything you throw it at—water, cold, heat, drops, and crushing, […] Read the original post…