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| Tuesday March 9, 2010. 10:23 PM |
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The updated EyeTV Hybrid get a refreshed enclosure, and support for Windows 7.
FimeMaker, a subsidiary of Apple, updated its long-running database suite for Mac and Windows. FileMaker Pro 11 features a number of new advances with the biggest involving chart generation. In addition to FileMaker Pro, FileMaker also announced updates to related FileMaker Pro 11 Advanced, FileMaker Server 11, and FileMaker Server 11 Advanced products.
Encase announced Tuesday an update to its Neoprene Sleeve Plus for Apple's MacBook and MacBook Pro. As one may suspect the sleeve case is primarily made of Neoprene material.
New drive offers 1 TB of storage in small, bus-powered enclosure.
Last day of MacHeist bundling promo adds Tweetie for Mac.
Company Tuesday announced the iPad Smart Case and iPad Slip Case for Apple?s upcoming tablet device.
The new Bioserie case is made entirely of plant material. The eco-friendly case is made for the iPhone 3G and 3GS.
Case-Mate this week started shipping its Hug cordless charging solution for the iPhone 3G and 3GS. The Hug was originally announced back in January.
To button up the Valve story here, Valve officially announced its intentions to develop for the Mac OS, and which games we can expect to see.
Houdah Software announced version 1.1 of the recently released ACTRocket app for the iPhone OS.
The company's Marvel art allow comic fans to adorn their gear and gadgets with their favorite super heroes. Artwork includes various designs featuring Spiderman, Iron Man, X-Men, Hulk, Fantastic Four, and others.
Last week Valve teased Mac users with plans to begin development for the Mac platform. Over the weekend, eagle-eyed gamers noticed that the upcoming Portal 2 title is apparently slated to come to the Mac.
Digging back in the video library to update everyone on previous reviews. I take a second look at the Speck CandyShell iPhone 3G/3GS case, NAVIGON MobileNavigator, the new Jawbone Icon Bluetooth headset, and the PowerSupport Anti-Glare film for the iPhone.
Apple announced Friday official launch details for the iPad.
In the vacuum of a ship date, we get more rumors from the iPad supply chain.
Apple Thursday made some major changes to its tiered developer program, The Unofficial Apple Weblog reports. The site notes that Apple has eliminated Premier, Select and Student memberships with a single $99 level.
The WRT610N is the flagship home router from Linksys/Cisco. I run the router to through its paces and focus some extra attention on attached storage with the Mac and PS3. MSRP $199.99
Details of what aren't specific, but big-time PC game vendor Valve has thrown their hat into Mac development.
Call it enviable: Someday Netflix will be streaming to an iPhone OS device. The hottest TV/movie streaming service is bound to intersect with the hottest handheld devices, whether it be an iPhone/iPod Touch and/or iPad.
Monday kicked off with a red flag on iPad production. A financial analyst, citing unspecified production problems, earlier this week indicated we may see anticipated March iPad shipments cut by two-thirds, or even the launch pushed back a month into April.
Comcast?s app acts as a hub for the company?s video, voice, and data services. Now the just released version 2.0 of the app adds new DVR control functions for select markets.
Pioneer Tuesday announced two new 5.1 audio-video receivers featuring a number of iPhone and iPod enhancements. The new AVRs offer Bluetooth audio streamed right from an iPhone or iPod Touch with an optional adapter.
The Harmony line of remotes can be a lifesaver in modern living rooms. Today the company announces two new remotes to lower the cost of entry.
TomTom Tuesday announced it has submitted version 1.3 of its app for the iPhone OS. The update is currently pending Apple approval for the iTunes Store.
A review of the new AeroSport armband case for the iPhone 3G and 3GS. The AeroSport is the latest revision of the product from Griffin Technology. MSRP $29.99.
A review of version 4.5 of the Qik Video Camera app for the iPhone OS. This app brings video capture to the original and 3G iPhone. it also works on the iPhone 3GS, although takes a resolution hit over the iPhone's built-in camera app. Currently sells for $1.99 in the app store.
Report indicates we could expect limited availability, maybe even launch delays.
The Associated Press last week indicated that it plans to start charging consumers for its content. The change it seems will start with an app for Apple?s iPad.
The Boxee community has updated the process to install the popular video viewing Boxee app onto the Apple TV.
This week Adobe?s Connect Pro Mobile app went live in the iTunes Store. The free app is a mobile client for Adobe?s Acrobat Connect Pro meeting system.
So, you?re an avid portable gamer that digs the iPhone OS apps, but not the controls. The iControliPad may be for you.
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| Thursday February 25, 2010 |
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The Silex SX-3000GB Gigabit USB Device Server is essentially an Ethernet to USB bridge. It allows you to share up to 15 USB devices across your network. This is also a giveaway, check the video for the details.
Quicken Essentials Mac 2010 is the first major update to the personal finance software for the Mac since Quicken 2007.
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| Wednesday February 24, 2010 |
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It took a moment to wrap our heads around the new display converter from Atlona. The AT-DP200HD takes advantage of Apple's latest high-end iMac and displays, which include an Mini DisplayPort.
Tuesday at a Goldman Sachs teleconference, Apple chief operating officer outlined a number of items, one of which is the Apple TV.
SanDisk this week announced it started shipping two new solid state memory products.
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| Tuesday February 23, 2010 |
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Apple Tuesday posted a 34 page report detailing the company's efforts to address social responsibility with its suppliers
Company purchase looks to make a play for movie rental in your living room.
The Case-Mate Smooth features a slim design with a soft marshmallow texture. The case is designed for the Apple iPhone 3G and 3GS. In the review, I note some damage to the case over a short period of usage. It has a MSRP of $29.99.
At any given time ngmoco and Freeverse are likely to hold at least one spot in the iTunes app store charts. Today TechCrunch is reporting ngmoco has acquired Freeverse.
ProClip makes car kits for specific vehicles for many devices, including the iPhone. Essentially using their Website, you can find a custom clip to fit your specific device and your specific vehicle. ProClip mounts affix directly to various points in a car for a more secure and permanent placement. Monday the company announced a product similar to TomTom's own car kit, but using ProClips fixture system rather than window/dash suction cups.
Monday Gameloft's first person shooter Brothers in Arms 2 hit the iTunes app store.
Corsair thumb/Flash drive locks your data with a PIN and encryption.
The ClearCal is an anti-glare film for glossy screens. Options are available for Apple's MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac, and LED Display. The product comes from RadTech and the unit reviewed has an MSRP of $19.95.
Thursday Monster Cable Products introduced the latest in its line of premium audio ear phones. The Butterfly is an exclusive design from Vivienne Tam.
New cards aimed at high performance photo, HD video in SDHC form factor.
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| Thursday February 18, 2010 |
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Users can now download larger media files while on mobile data connection.
The BBC announced Wednesday plans for multiple apps on the iPhone OS. The official apps will roll out over the coming months, and later followed by similar apps for BlackBerry and Android devices.
ALK Technologies, makers of CoPilot Live, announced Wednesday that the next update to its app will include local search functions as a standard feature. CoPilot is one of the better of the lower-cost GPS apps available for the iPhone.
New case offers slimmer, lighter design to the company's original battery back up iPhone case.
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