RealPlayer SP beta converts videos for cellphones, iPods |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
 RealNetworks on Monday released a beta version of its RealPlayer SP software for Mac. The utility, which builds upon the features of RealPlayer 11, provides tools for downloading and converting videos into formats compatible with a variety of cellphones and other devices such as iPods and Apple TV. Users can download online videos, from sites such as YouTube, and convert the content or share links via Facebook, Twitter or MySpace.... |
Holiday sees iPhone steal some BlackBerry market share |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
 Apple has clawed back US smartphone market share from RIM's BlackBerry this past holiday, comScore found in a new study. Between September and December, the iPhone's share grew over a percent to 25.3 percent while the BlackBerry dropped by nearly an identical amount to 41.6 percent.... |
iPhone 3.1.3 causing battery, playlist problems? |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
 The iPhone 3.1.3 firmware has introduced problems for some people even as it has fixed them for others, say complaints on Apple's support forums. Most critical is an issue with battery life, which can suddenly become erratic. A phone's battery meter may potentially swing wildly, for instance going from 25 to 7 to 10 percent, then jumping back up to 24 percent.... |
Wisair outs Wireless USB display dock for MacBooks |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
 Wisair on Monday introduced a Wireless USB DisplayDock Set, allowing users to wirelessly connect their MacBooks to a desktop-like setup that include a monitor, speakers, a keyboard and mouse. The device connects to a USB port on any MacBook with Mac OS X Leopard or Snow Leopard. Wisair claims there are no delays in sending the keyboard or mouse commands due to the nature of the ultra wideband radio.... |
Briefly: LG phone syncing, free iPhone development tool |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
 nova media has released a new sync application for the Mac, FoneSync for LG phones. The utility syncs Address Book and iCal information with a variety of LG devices. Support is currently present for just the HB620T, KF750 and KU990, but more models should be added in the future. In hopes of speeding up the the process a free tool has been released that checks if a phone can be added. FoneSync for LG phones is available online for $20, and requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 or 10.6.1, plus a Bluetooth-enabled Mac.... |
Apple offers 'find out how' tutorials as podcasts |
| MacWorld - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
| Apple has re-released the "find out how" tutorial videos from its site as podcasts. Presumably, more videos are on their way to keep aspiring i-everything users occupied. |
Review: McSweeney's for iPhone |
| MacWorld - February 8, 2010, 11:30 pm GMT+1 |
| A $6 app that provides pieces of random fiction may not be for everyone. But McSweeney's delivers great content in a simple, classy interface. |
Parts leak hints at taller 2010 iPhone |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 10:15 pm GMT+1 |
 Apple's fourth-generation iPhone could mark the first significant change in the screen area if a part obtained by repair outfit iResQ is evidence. What's claimed to be the front glass is about a quarter-inch taller than the existing platform and may have a slightly different screen as a result. It also appears to move the proximity sensor to above the top speaker and glues the touchscreen layer to the LCD where the iPhone 3G and 3GS are separate.... |
iPhone OS 3.1.3 sees 14% adoption in 6 days, new hack released |
| AppleInsider - February 8, 2010, 10:15 pm GMT+1 |
| A new study has found that 14 percent of iPhone users upgraded to iPhone OS 3.1.3 in less than a week of availability, while a new hack to exploit Apple's latest update has been released. |
Winter Olympics apps for the iPhone and iPod touch |
| MacWorld - February 8, 2010, 10:15 pm GMT+1 |
| The Winter Olympics are almost here. These apps can help you navigate your way around Vancouver. Or, if you're staying home, you can stay up-to-date on Olympic happenings with nothing more than an iPhone. |
Get quick access to recently used items |
| Computerworld - February 8, 2010, 9:01 pm GMT+1 |
| Your Mac is full of files, folders, and applications, and it's always an annoyance to spend time looking for the items you need. OS X offers many tools (for instance, the Dock and the Finder's sidebar) that can help you access things you use day in and day out, but there are also a number of ways you can quickly get to items you've used only recently. Learning these techniques will streamline your work. |
PwnageTool 3.1.5 adds iPhone 3.1.3 support |
| MacNN - February 8, 2010, 9:00 pm GMT+1 |
 The unofficial iPhone Dev Team has released PwnageTool 3.1.5, an updated version of its jailbreaking tool for iPhones and iPod touches. As is normal with Apple firmware, the official iPhone 3.1.3 distribution undoes any jailbreaking or unlocking if installed on top of hacked v3.1.2 code. The PwnageTool update allows some devices to retain their hacks while gaining the advantages of the new firmware.... |