Steve Shickles

New MacBook Pro More Powerful, Has Multitouch Trackpad

Steve Shickles — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 09:12:33 +0000

New versions of the MacBook Pro have been released today. They come loaded with up to 2.6GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn processors, and the MacBook Air’s trackpad which allows for multi-touch gestures. The low-end MacBook has also been upgraded. Full specs and prices after the jump.

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10 Weirdest iPod Accessories

Steve Shickles — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 18:01:18 +0000

Yes, Apple iPods are cool. The same cannot be said for these accessories, including a music headband and hymn book case

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iPhone, Wii guests on stage at this year’s Oscars

Steve Shickles — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 16:30:04 +0000

e keep on telling people that the iPhone and Wii are like totally going to be huge, but maybe they’ll finally believe us now that Jon Stewart trotted both out on stage during the Oscars this year..

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MacBook Pro Updates… This Tuesday?

Steve Shickles — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 07:16:25 +0000

After a number of false starts, it appears that Apple is finally going to deliver the anticipated MacBook Pro updates… and all signs are pointing to this Tuesday. We were hesitant to pinpoint a specific date, as a number of previous rumor predictions have come and gone, but sources reveal tha…

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The First-Ever iBand Rocks Out!

Steve Shickles — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 13:20:04 +0000

Watch how the first-ever iBand create music with their best friends – their digital devices.

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Will There Be A (Successful) iPhone-Only Social Network?

Steve Shickles — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 03:09:01 +0000

think an iPhone-only social network, if it had the right features, would be a huge hit with these users. Actually, I think any mobile social network would be a big hit, if it had presence awareness and was able to tell you both where your friends are and what they are up to. And also let you meet new people around you who were open to it..

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Can Apple Patent the Pinch? Experts Say It’s Possible

Steve Shickles — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 16:10:09 +0000

“If Apple’s patents are granted, the company could absolutely stop others from using similar technology,”… “They’d also be in an especially good position to stop others from including certain features. Apple could stop [their use] not only on mobile devices but also desktops.”

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Apple TV Nails It the Second Time Around

Steve Shickles — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 23:00:04 +0000

Downloading and watching recent movies — in high-definition, from the comfort of your living room — is a stupendous experience. It could become habit-forming (exactly what Apple probably has in mind.)

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Mega Apple filing details next-gen multi-touch input surface

Steve Shickles — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:50:04 +0000

The latest patent filing from Apple Inc. hints at a next-generation multi-touch ‘surface’ that would combine typing, pointing, scrolling, and handwriting capabilities into a single ergonomic design aimed at replacing traditional input devices such as the keyboard, mouse, and drawing tablet.

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$0.99 Rentals on iTunes; iTunes 7.6.1

Steve Shickles — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 06:20:06 +0000

One pre-selected movie per week rentable for $0.99. Update also improves apple tv compatibility.

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