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- Qik to offer streaming for iPhone users
Qik is making sure that Flixwagon doesn't beat them at their own game. Video streaming from mobile devices has quickly become very popular, and Mashable has a video that Qik sent them in which they demo their soon-to-be-in-alpha release of Qik for the iPhone.
Currently, Qik streams from devices like the Nokia N95. An iPhone app would certainly boost their user base and service as a whole.
[via Mashable]Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Take Control of Back to My Mac / Screen Sharing in Leopard
Filed under: Software, Internet Tools, Leopard, .Mac, MobileMe
Glenn Fleishman of Macworld, Wi-Fi Networking News and TidBITS fame has written two new Leopard ebooks, both published today by Take Control Books. The new titles, Take Control of Back to My Mac and Take Control of Screen Sharing in Leopard, are part of the popular Take Control ebook series.
Take Control of Back to My Mac provides many tips on how to get.Mac'sMobileMe's problematic remote access service up and working for you, while Take Control of Screen Sharing in Leopard discusses the many tools available for sharing your Mac screen with others.
The books are $10 each, but if you purchase both ebooks and enter CPN006780611BUN as a coupon code, you'll get an immediate $5 discount. There's no excuse to suffer in silence with Back to My Mac anymore!
In the interest of disclosure, I've written two titles for Take Control Books, neither of which are discussed in this post.
[Via TidBITS]Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Parallels adds tools for Linux, 3D for Windows
Filed under: OS, Software, Leopard
The latest build of Parallels (version 5608) adds some new tools for Linux users. Some of the additions to Parallels Desktop 5608 includes: support for the latest Linux distros, and support for 3D graphics in Windows (running under 10.5.3).
If you are running version 3 of Parallels Desktop, then you are eligible to upgrade for free to Desktop 5608. Just click "Check for Updates" in the Help menu of Parallels.
[via MacNN]Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Apple imposing size and price caps for AppStore?
Filed under: iPod Family, WWDC, Developer, iPhone
MacNN is reporting that Apple may be imposing file size and price caps for iPhone/iPod touch applications. According to the post, Apple would be limiting file size of applications to 2GB. Of course, most of the applications will be significantly less than 2GBs.
The post goes on to say that applications that are not free will have pricing tiers between $.99 and $999.99. The higher end of that spectrum will undoubtedly be Enterprise-style applications. MacNN also posted pictures what the AppStore inside of iTunes will look like in addition to images of the upload and pricing tier tools that developers have access to.
How much are you willing to pay for applications on the iPhone/iPod touch? Be sure to take our poll and sound off in the comments!
Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Found Footage: Flixwagon iPhone Vidcasting
Filed under: Video, Podcasting, Found Footage, iPhone
One thing I'm sure a lot of iPhone fans were upset about this week was the lack of an announcement of video broadcasting capability in the 3G iPhone. I mean, OMG, how else are we supposed to make obsessive fan videos of Britney Spears?!
Don't worry, the brilliant folks at Flixwagon are demonstrating live vidcasts from a jailbroken iPhone and are apparently working towards a true iPhone app that will work "as long as your battery lasts."
TV networks? Who needs 'em! We'll make our own entertainment.
Thanks to Chris Albrecht at NewTeeVee.com for the tip!Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - AT&T iPhone "rebate" clarification
Filed under: Retail, Rumors, Wireless, iPhone
Yesterday, Twitter was abuzz with incorrect rumors that current iPhone owners would have to trade-in their 2G phones in order to upgrade to the iPhone 3G. I spoke with AT&T's mobility media contact yesterday and confirmed that the rumors were bogus, but after the original source posted a clarification and retraction, we didn't think it was necessary to post, fearing it might just confuse readers further.
However, today we received a tip from a reader linking to a FinancialWire story that mentions an exchange/rebate option for AT&T customers, but does not properly explain the procedure and the eligibility. Because I spoke with AT&T yesterday, I would like to set the record straight.
As Mark Siegel from AT&T explained to me yesterday, "AT&T wants to be as fair as possible to customers who very recently purchased an iPhone." Thus, if you purchased an iPhone from an AT&T store AFTER May 27, 2008, you have the option of returning the phone to an AT&T store between July 11, 2008 and August 1, 2008 for the new iPhone 3G. Those customers will also be refunded the difference between the price paid for the 2G iPhone and the iPhone 3G.
I commend AT&T on taking such a proactive and consumer-friendly approach.
Just to reiterate: if you bought a 2G iPhone BEFORE May 27, 2008 and you want to upgrade to the new iPhone 3G, you can do so at the subsidized price ($199 or $299), as long as you sign and new two-year contract and add-on the 3G data plan (this plan will replace any data plan you currently have for the iPhone). You do NOT need to trade-in your old phone.
Thanks Mark!Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - An Introduction to Apple Certification
Filed under: Analysis / Opinion, Enterprise, Apple
I spent three days in a class last week learning about Leopard. It probably sounds a little strange that a guy who works day in and day out on "nothin' but Macs" would be taking a class to learn more about the Mac operating system, but I did it for a reason - I am an Apple Certified Technical Coordinator (ACTC) and I need to keep my certification current. Within a few weeks, I'll be taking a certification exam to prove that my brain absorbed some of the course content and my years of Mac experience really have turned me into a Mac guru.
Not many people know about the certifications available to Apple professionals. Certification has a number of benefits to independent consultants and wage slaves alike, including recognition of professional competency, credibility with clients and employers, and the ability to publicize your certifications on Apple's website. For those of us who are Apple Consultant Network members, we can have clients referred to us by the Apple Stores.
Over the next few weeks, I'll post several articles about the different types of certifications available to you, how to become certified, and why you might want to consider getting certified. Read more after the break.Continue reading An Introduction to Apple Certification
Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Jayhawks and Apple Team Up for iTunes Giveaway
Filed under: iPod Family, iTS, iTunes
The performing arts center of the University of Kansas, the Lied Center, today announced a partnership with Apple to distribute 50,000 special Lied Center iTunes cards to people in the Midwest US. Each of the special cards provides free downloads of 20 songs by artists who will be performing at the Lied Center during the 2008-09 season.
The exclusive card, available at the Lied Center Ticket Office, provides a way for the Lied Center to attract new patrons and give existing ones a way to capture a foretaste of the upcoming season. The free music downloads available with the card include artists such as Phillip Glass, Laurie Anderson, and the Turtle Island String Quartet.
You can view the special Lied Center playlist in iTunes by clicking here.Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Opera 9.5 now available
Filed under: Software, Internet
With a passionate seven-tenths of a percent of the worldwide market, Opera software has released version 9.5 of its eponymous web browser.
Opera 9.5 introduces synchronization of bookmarks with Opera Link, a new developer tool called Opera Dragonfly, improved Fraud Protection, and a significantly altered set of keyboard shortcuts.
The browser scores an 83 (out of a possible 100) on the Acid3 Test.
Opera 9.5 is a free download, and is 15.6 MB.
Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Ask TUAW: Dual band Airport, Time Machine, customizing Desktop colors, IceCad, Flip camcorders and more
Filed under: Features, Troubleshooting, Ask TUAW
This time around in Ask TUAW we'll be looking at questions about running a dual band wifi network, Time Machine, migrating from Outlook to Entourage, single color desktops, mini graphics tablets, upgrading to an Intel Mac, Flip camcorder video and more.
As always your suggestions are most welcome, and questions for next week should be left in the comments. When asking a question please include which machine you're running and which version of OS X, as certain answers will vary between different Macs and Tiger vs. Leopard, etc. (we'll assume you're running Leopard if you don't specify). And now, on to the questions!Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - iTunes: Free Thursday
Filed under: iTS, Features, Deals
Once again, TUAW is pleased to present you with a selection of free songs and videos from around the world. Many of these iTMS items won't be free for long, so grab your copies before the week is up. And don't forget: If you want to buy these on your iPhone or iPod touch, make sure to sign into your account in iTunes before you sync.
Free item listings follow after the jump.
Continue reading iTunes: Free Thursday
Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Mac OS X 10.6 "Snow Leopard" confirmed to be Intel-only
Filed under: OS, WWDC, Developer
We speculated before the WWDC Keynote that Mac OS X 10.6 might be Intel-only. Now it looks like (to many a PPC Mac user's chagrin) that rumor might actually be true. MacNN got a copy of the system requirements for Snow Leopard. One of the main changes: "An Intel processor" required.
Some of the other system requirements include:
- An internal, external, or shared DVD drive
- At least 512 MB of RAM (more is recommended for development)
- A built-in display or display connected to an Apple-supplied video card supported by your computer
- At least 9GB of disk space available, or 12GB of disk space if you install the developer tools
[via MacNN]Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - WWDC '08: VMWare Fusion
Pat Lee from VMWare sat down with me to share the latest news on the VMWare Fusion 2.0 beta. Among the big new features: the ability to run 10.5 Server as a virtual machine. Check out the interview after the jump, and check out the VMWare blog for some 10-screen virtualization fun. There's a feature demo available on YouTube, and if -- after you've taken all of that in -- you're dying to get in on the beta, head to the public beta release page for more information.
Continue reading WWDC '08: VMWare Fusion
Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Apple Design Awards 2008
Apple held their 2008 Apple Design Awards at WWDC last night. We love developers. What makes the Mac platform so awesome is the cool applications that these creative developers make. It is with great pleasure that we tell you who won the Apple Design Awards for 2008.
Best Student Runner Up: Flow
Best Student Winner: Squirrel
Graphics and Media Runner Up: Fotomagico
Graphics and Media Winner: ScreenFlow
Leopard User Experience Runner Up: CheckOut
Leopard User Experience Winner: Macnification
Leopard Game Runner Up: Command and Conquer 3
Leopard Game Winner: Guitar Hero 3
Best Leopard Application Runner Up: TimeLine 3D
Best Leopard Application Winner: ScreenFlow
Best iPhone Web App Runner Up: Associated Press
Best iPhone Web App Winner: Remember the Milk
Best iPhone Game: Enigmo
Best iPhone Entertainment App: AOL Radio
Best iPhone Social Networking: Twitterrific
Best iPhone Productivity App: OmniFocus
Best iPhone Health App: MIM
[via wisequark on Twitter]
Updates: Yes, we added links!Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsПереслать - Firefox 3 release date announced: June 17
Filed under: Software, Internet
Mozilla announced Wednesday that it plans to release the final version of Firefox 3 on Tuesday, June 17, less than a week away.
"After more than 34 months of active development, and with the contributions of thousands, we're proud to announce that we're ready," Mozilla said in a post on its Developer Center blog.
You can help Mozilla meet its goal of breaking the Guinness World Record on June 17th, becoming the most downloaded software in a single day. Over one million people have pledged so far to download the software in the first 24 hours it's available.
In related news, Mozilla also published Firefox 3 Release Candidate 3 on Wednesday. There was one fix, and it was for Mac users on 10.5.3 -- a correction for unkillable hangs related to the VerifiedDownload plugin. Glad they got that cleared up!
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