The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) http://www.tuaw.com The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.tuaw.com/media/feedlogo.gif The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) http://www.tuaw.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Apple releases updates improving printing, scanning, iSight cameras and QuickTime]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/11/19/apple-releases-updates-improving-printing-scanning-isight-came/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/11/19/apple-releases-updates-improving-printing-scanning-isight-came/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/11/19/apple-releases-updates-improving-printing-scanning-isight-came/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Over the past few days, Apple has been releasing updates for printer and scanner drivers in Snow Leopard, iSight cameras in LED Cinema Displays and QuickTime 7 for Windows.

First, Apple released printer driver updates for Snow Leopard for Lexmark printers and Brother, Canon and HP printers and scanners.

Next, Apple released a firmware update for the iSight camera that's built into the Apple LED Cinema Display. According to Apple, this firmware update corrects an issue with the built-in iSight camera on the LED Cinema Display where the camera may not be recognized by applications.

Finally, Apple released QuickTime 7.6.5 for Windows, which fixes an issue where applications weren't reliably loading libraries required by QuickTime at startup and the incorrect display of QuickTime movies embedded in a webpage using custom scale attributes.

All of these updates are available from the Apple Support downloads page and Software Update.

TUAWApple releases updates improving printing, scanning, iSight cameras and QuickTime originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Cycrypt is a new project that blends Objective-C and JavaScript to make it easier to implement aspects of both together. It's going to be great for using elements that JavaScript offers when programming with Objective-C. It's similar to JSCocoa, but it's been designed to offer a more complete set of JavaScript commands. It offers a full JavaScript parser/serializer, which allows for extensive use of JavaScript coding.

If you're wondering what exactly this is, the Cycript page offers some examples of code written with Cycript. Basically, it allows you to implement full JavaScript commands, while working with Objective-C in the same project.

Cycript is dependent on the MobileSubstrate and libffi libraries, which are available in Cydia. This won't be used to develop applications in the App Store anytime soon.

If you're interested, you can download examples or releases of Cycript. It's still being worked on, but if you're developing with both Objective-C and JavaScript in a project, you should check it out.

TUAWCycript: Blending Objective-C and JavaScript originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This week Apple issued an update to the iPod nano, bringing it to version 1.0.2. Fixes and additions include:
  • Fixed audiobook playbook setting so Normal, Slower, Faster, works for audio podcasts
  • Resolved issue where Genius Mixes did not work when using the Nike+ Sport Kit
  • Accessibility setting for Mono Audio in now working
  • Fixed bug so VoiceOver menu items are no longer skipped when using headphone + and - volume buttons to navigate
As always, you can download this update by clicking on the "Check for Update" button in iTunes when you connect your iPod nano to your computer.

TUAWApple quietly updates the 5th Generation iPod nano to 1.0.2 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In just two days after Apple released the Mac OS X 10.6.2 update, there's now an update for Safari. This new version, 4.0.4, improves and fixes performance, stability, and security of Safari including:

  • Improved JavaScript performance.
  • Improved Full History Search performance for users with a large number of history items.
  • Stability improvements for 3rd-party plug-ins, the search field and Yahoo! Mail.

This update requires Mac OS X 10.6.1 or 10.6.2, Mac OS X 10.5.8 or 10.5.7, Mac OS X 10.4.11
or Windows 7, Vista, XP and is available through Software Update, or on the Apple Downloads page.

Do you notice any improvements in this update? Leave a comment and let us know!

TUAWApple updates Safari to 4.0.4 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The new Mac app Viewfinder by Connected Flow (developer Fraser Speirs is the man behind the FlickrExport plugins for Aperture and iPhoto) is designed for browsing/searching images on Flickr. This application provides many ways to work with the service's photos; you can select licenses to constrain your search to images you can use (such as Creative Commons or commercial use images), or search through the full text of tags and descriptions. Once you've found a photo, you can save a few steps in performing common tasks that would normally require you to download the image separately.

You can set the selected image to your desktop picture in one click. You can also insert the selected image into a Keynote presentation immediately. You can see the selected image(s) on Flickr, or you can download them. Also, you can get a "quick look" of the image by pressing the space bar on your keyboard, just like you would using the Finder.

If you're a frequent image searcher on Flickr, Viewfinder is a nice way to supercharge your search tasks. If you're not an image search pro, however, you're probably not going to need this application.

Viewfinder requires Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard (which makes it Intel-only); Keynote '08 or later is required to insert an image into a Keynote presentation. It's available for a introductory price of US $23.60.

TUAWFirst look: Viewfinder supercharges Flickr search originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Like many of the others at TUAW who really wanted to see this remote, I got my new Apple Remote a few days ago, and here are some of my impressions.

Continue reading Hands-on with the new Apple Remote

TUAWHands-on with the new Apple Remote originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, I got my Magic Mouse a few days ago, and I've been using it for my everyday tasks for a few days (and I'm still using it), and here are my impressions.

Packaging:



This packaging is clear, showing the actual Magic Mouse, just like the packaging that Apple has been using recently for the iPod shuffle, iPod nano, iPod touch and accessories.

Downloading the update:

As we posted earlier, you'll want to to download the Wireless Mouse Update to enable the new features of the Magic Mouse, which is available for Snow Leopard and Leopard.

Set Up:


Once you've installed the Wireless Mouse Update, you'll want to go to the Mouse Preference Pane in System Preferences and click the new "Set Up Bluetooth Mouse..." button. You no longer have to use the Bluetooth Setup Assistant to pair, which makes it a little simpler. It will then search for your Magic Mouse, and make sure it's turned on, which is done by a switch on the bottom of the Magic Mouse. Once it's paired, you'll be all ready to use your Magic Mouse.

Read on below to see the how it was using the Magic Mouse....

Continue reading Hands-on with the Magic Mouse

TUAWHands-on with the Magic Mouse originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you just happen to have a Magic Mouse, and are wanting to use its Multi-Touch features, there's now a Wireless Mouse Update available from Apple that lets you do so in Mac OS X. You still probably can't find a Magic Mouse around unless you buy an iMac, but if you happen to have one or want to prepare for when you get one, you can go ahead and download this update before you get it.

This Update is available for Snow Leopard or Leopard, and can be downloaded from the Apple Support Downloads page.

TUAWApple posts Wireless Mouse Update for the Magic Mouse originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Have you ever wanted to work with rather deep elements of Core Foundation in the iPhone SDK with some sort of front end? August Joki has just come up with a project that provides a Cocoa Touch wrapper for the CFStringTokenizer type in the Core Foundation framework.

As you can see in the screen shot at right, the demo provides various aspects about the current string including the string in a letter, word, or using a WordBoundary. It works just like CFStringTokenizer can, but can be accessed using this front-end.

If you're wondering what CFStringTokenizer actually is, it's useful for breaking a string into a token, which can specified by words, sentences, or paragraphs. You're also able to further modify the tokenization once you break it down.

This is something that's going to be useful for iPhone developers who like to work with a Cocoa Touch interface to bring lower-level elements of the iPhone OS into their apps, and also to developers who work with natural language strings.

To download this project, go over to the cocoa-stringtokenizer project page on GitHub.

TUAWCSStringTokenizer, a Cocoa Touch front end for tokenizing strings originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Is it a forgotten project? A fit of open-source pique? Or is it just that everyone got really busy on other stuff? Looks like Apple has just shut down the ZFS project for Mac OS X. The site for the project on Mac OS Forge reads:

ZFS Project Shutdown
2009-10-23

The ZFS project has been discontinued. The mailing list and repository will also be removed shortly.

It's hinted that this was caused by legal issues surrounding the merger of Sun Microsystems and Oracle, which caused Apple to back away from the next-generation file system technology. After many rumors, including ZFS support that was going to be added in Snow Leopard Server, but that ended up being removed in the final version, it now seems like the saga of ZFS on Mac OS X is ending with a whimper.

[via Daring Fireball]

TUAWZFS project for Mac OS X discontinued originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Here at TUAW, as you probably know, we really love the Mac mini. Some of us have a mini hooked up to our TV, some are used as servers, and some are used as great desktop computers (including mine).

We wanted to ask you what exactly you use your Mac mini for, so we came up with this in-depth poll. There are several choices, so let us know how you use your Mac mini.

If your favorite use for a Mac mini isn't listed in the poll, you can also leave a comment below and tell us how you use your mini.

View Poll

TUAWPoll: What do you use your Mac mini for? originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Just days after all the hardware updates on Tuesday, Apple has posted two new support downloads.

The first, Pro Applications Update 2009-01, contains several updates for applications in Final Cut Studio. This update includes Final Cut Pro 7.0.1, Motion 4.0.1, Soundtrack Pro 3.0.1, Color 1.5.1, and Compressor 3.5.1.

This update addresses general compatibility issues, improves overall stability, and addresses a number of other minor issues.

You can download this update through Software Update, or on the Apple Support Downloads page.

Also, Apple released Apple Server Diagnostics 3X106, which replaces Apple Server Diagnostics 3X104 to provide support for Snow Leopard Server. This is compatiable with the Xserve (Early 2008 or Early 2009) or the Mac mini server config (Early 2009).

This download is also available on the Apple Support Downloads page.

TUAWApple posts two new updates originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ColorCompresserdiagnosticsFinal Cut ProFinal Cut StudioFinalCutProFinalCutStudioMac miniMacMiniMotionserverSnow Leopard ServerSnowLeopardServerSoundtrack ProSoundtrackProupdateXserveFri, 23 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[The other new products that Apple released today]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/20/the-other-new-products-that-apple-released-today/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/20/the-other-new-products-that-apple-released-today/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/20/the-other-new-products-that-apple-released-today/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Surprisingly, the Mac mini, Magic Mouse, iMac, MacBook, AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule updates are not the only things Apple updated today. Several other products were updated today, which include:
  • Apple Wireless Keyboard: This keyboard, the subject of several update rumors, did get revised today. It now only requires 2 AA batteries, down from 3 in the previous model.
  • Apple 60W MagSafe Power Adapter: This adapter now has a aluminum connector, much like the one found on the 45 watt adapter for the MacBook Air; it should be more durable for use.
  • VESA Mount Adapter Kit: This model for the 24 inch Apple LCD Cinema Display and the previous 24 inch iMac now supports the new 27 inch iMac.
Also, the wired mouse-formerly-known-as-Mighty Mouse -- which is still available -- was renamed to "Apple Mouse." This is consistent with the trademark for Mighty Mouse (the computer mouse) being finally picked up by Man & Machine, instead of CBS and Apple.

Are you going to enjoy the improvements in these products? Let us know in the comments below!

TUAWThe other new products that Apple released today originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As rumored, Apple has just introduced a new mouse called the Magic Mouse. This mouse will bring Multi-Touch capabilities to desktop Macs for the first time, something that the iPhone has had since its release in June 2007 and the MacBook Air since it was released in February 2008.

It loses the scroll ball found on the Mighty Mouse, but adds support for scrolling gestures. This mouse is also wireless, using Bluetooth, and has a four month battery life. This mouse is available for $69 in late October, and requires Mac OS X Leopard 10.5.8 or later.

TUAWApple's newest peripheral is the Magic Mouse originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Just like the Facebook pages that Apple has set up for iTunes and the iTunes Trailers Twitter account, Apple has just set up several Twitter accounts for iTunes, which cover Music, Podcasts, Movies and TV Shows.

First, the Music account, twitter.com/iTunesMusic , will provide information on "new releases, pre-orders, iTunes LP, exclusive offers and more."

Second, the Podcasting account, twitter.com/iTunesPodcasts , will provide a "Podcast Episode of the Day, from iTunes Podcasting."

Next, the iTunes Movies account, twitter.com/iTunesMovies , doesn't contain a description, but does contain one tweet so far, and it looks like it will be used for Movies on the iTunes Store.

Finally, the iTunes TV account, twitter.com/iTunesTV , which contains no tweets yet, will provide "Official TV updates from the U.S. iTunes Store on Twitter."

Will these accounts make a impact on what you discover in the iTunes Store? Let us know in the comments below!

TUAWApple creates new iTunes Twitter accounts originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: As of this writing, Total Apps reports that it's back in the UK App Store. We still don't see it in the US store.

That sure didn't last long. Just shortly after the discovery of a 3G "backdoor" for the EyeTV app, it has been pulled from the App Store.

The workaround let users of the app stream video over a 3G or other cellular network connection, something that AT&T has objected to in the past. Specifically, users can connect to ElGato's My EyeTV service to schedule and stream recordings.

When users try to stream video outside of a Wi-Fi connection, a dialog box appears saying that a Wi-Fi network is required, but streams the video anyway. Elgato says they have just submitted an update to Apple, after Apple removed it from the App Store, removing "test code" that allowed this streaming:

"Some test code that enabled live TV streaming over the cellular network was accidentally left in the the EyeTV App. Apple requested that we remove the code since their agreement with AT&T does not allow redirecting TV signals over the cellular network. The code was removed and a 1.0.1 version of the EyeTV app was submitted," they told TotalApps.

This app rejection is similar to the removal of the Commodore 64 app, that was pulled after hidden access to a BASIC interpreter was discovered. This removal adds just more trouble and frustration to users and developers, especially because of the current state of the Google Voice app.

[Via Total Apps]

TUAWEyeTV app removed from the App Store over streaming workaround originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, this seems a little unexpected; it looks like the online Apple Store is down. Could we be seeing the new Mac mini, iMac or MacBook models that have been rumored to come out soon? When the store comes back up, we'll let you know of any changes.

What do you think could come when the store is back up? Let us know in the comments below!

UPDATE: It's back up, it looks like there's nothing new.

TUAWIt's Friday afternoon, and the online Apple Store is down originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Just like the 5th generation iPod nano that was introduced last month, Apple may soon be adding the capability to tune in to FM radio stations on the iPhone and iPod touch, if this report from 9to5Mac is on the money. As some of you may remember, the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth chipsets in the iPhone 3GS and the 2nd and 3rd generation iPod touch models already have the capability to support FM radio tuning.

It's also reported that you'll be able to listen to the radio in the background, allowing you to use apps at the same time, just like you listen to music synced to your iPhone or iPod touch. It would also support Live Pause and iTunes Tagging, just like the 5th generation iPod nano does. Also, it would allow you to buy the song directly from your iPod touch. While technically possible, this has been a long-requested but missing feature on the iPhone and iPod touch.

Would you listen to FM radio stations on your iPhone or iPod touch, or do you prefer listening to podcasts or Music synced from iTunes or from a streaming radio service on your iPhone or iPod touch? Let us know in the comments below!

[via Engadget]

TUAWRumor: Apple adding FM Radio to the iPhone and iPod touch? originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It looks like another day with another update from Apple. This time, iMovie has been updated to version 8.0.5. This updates fixes some minor issues, as well as improve compatibility with the 5th generation iPod nano and some camcorders

These fixes include:
  • Improved compatibility with camcorders using the iFrame video format
  • Improved compatibility with importing video captured on the iPod nano
  • Fixed problems with resizing the iMovie window during playback
This update available and recommended for all users of iMovie '09, it's around 36MB, and it's available through Software Update or the Apple Support Downloads page.

Thanks Mike for the tip!

TUAWiMovie 8.0.5 available for your downloading pleasure in Software Update originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As posting code on the blog can sometimes can get very cluttered, we have just set up a GitHub account for TUAW to make everything better and easier for everyone. This is where you'll be able to find code for our developer-related posts. We'll try to get some projects hosted in there very soon, so don't worry that it's empty now! If you haven't heard of it, GitHub is a hosting site for git revisions, which makes it a great place to host and interact with code of all kinds.

You can find our profile at http://github.com/tuaw today. What would you like to see on TUAW for iPhone/Mac development? Let us know in the comments below!

TUAWTUAW is now on GitHub originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>codingdeveloperdevelopmentgitGitHubprogrammingTUAW Dev CenterTuawDevCenterTue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Logic Pro 9.0.2 is out and ready for updating]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/12/logic-pro-9-0-2-is-out-and-ready-for-updating/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/12/logic-pro-9-0-2-is-out-and-ready-for-updating/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/12/logic-pro-9-0-2-is-out-and-ready-for-updating/#commentsFiled under: ,

Apple has just released an update to Logic Pro, revving it to version 9.0.2. This update provides numerous fixes and enhancements, as well as addressing several issues.

These fixes include:
  • Flex Markers can align & snap to MIDI notes
  • Performing a punch-in recording with Replace Mode now behaves correctly
  • The I/O plug-in adds an option for latency measurement
  • TDM plug-ins now behave as expected. (Only affects users with Pro Tools HD audio hardware.)
It's 183MB, and is available through Software Update or the listing on the Apple Support Downloads page. This update is available for all users of Logic Studio 9.0 and later, which was released this July.

TUAWLogic Pro 9.0.2 is out and ready for updating originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>LogicLogic ProLogic StudioLogicProLogicStudioSoftware UpdateSoftwareUpdateMon, 12 Oct 2009 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple adds Questions & Answers to its online store]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/11/apple-adds-questions-and-answers-to-its-online-store/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/11/apple-adds-questions-and-answers-to-its-online-store/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/11/apple-adds-questions-and-answers-to-its-online-store/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Over the past week, something new on the Apple Store went somewhat unnoticed and unreported in the Mac media. Apple has added a new Questions & Answers feature to most of the product listings on its online store. This new feature allows customers to interact with each other; however, this is different from the current review system Apple has. In addition, this feature is somewhat similar to the Customer Discussions feature that Amazon.com offers. It adds a bit more of a social push, something Apple has been up to lately.

Do you think Apple's Questions & Answers will be a useful tool, or just another place for people to gripe? Let us know in the comments below.

TUAWApple adds Questions & Answers to its online store originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Tweetie 2, the upgrade to the extremely popular app from atebits for Mac and iPhone, is now available on the App Store [iTunes Link]. The upgrade, as you probably know, costs $2.99 for new or existing users of Tweetie. It seems like it's been somewhat of a long wait, but you can finally go over to the App Store to download it.

Tweetie 2 for Mac is still coming sometime soon, as the iPhone version was intended to be released first.

What do think of Tweetie 2? How does it compare to the other Twitter apps for the iPhone. Leave a comment below and let us know!

TUAWTweetie 2 is now on the App Store originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>atebitsTweetieTweetie 2Tweetie2upgradeSat, 10 Oct 2009 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[iPhone OS 3.1.2 is out]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/08/iphone-os-3-1-2-is-out/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/08/iphone-os-3-1-2-is-out/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/08/iphone-os-3-1-2-is-out/#commentsFiled under: ,


In just a little under a month after iPhone OS 3.1 was released, Apple has just released an update for the iPhone OS, upgrading it to 3.1.2. This update fixes the widely reported issue where the iPhone would not wake from sleep, and also fixes an issue involving video playback and cellular service. This update is available for the original iPhone, iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS, and the iPod touch.

Update: There's also an carrier settings update (which does not seem to do anything) and an update to the iPhone SDK on the iPhone Dev Center.

Thanks to everyone who sent this in!

TUAWiPhone OS 3.1.2 is out originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3.13.1.2crashiPhonesleepupdatevideoThu, 08 Oct 2009 13:35:00 EST<![CDATA[New iMac, Mac mini, MacBook ads spotted]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/05/new-imac-mac-mini-macbook-ads-spotted/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/05/new-imac-mac-mini-macbook-ads-spotted/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/10/05/new-imac-mac-mini-macbook-ads-spotted/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

As we and others have posted over the past few days, there is a rumor that a new or redesigned iMac, Mac mini and MacBook models are coming very soon. Now, this week brings reports of Google ads supposedly touting the rumored Mac mini, iMac and MacBook models. These ads have been spotted in several European countries, in Dutch and in a few other languages. They read as follows:


"Apple's Nieuwste MacBook(R)"
"store.apple.com/nl/macbook Dunner, lichter en krachtiger! Gratis bezorging. Bestel vandaag."


Which translates to:
"Apple's Newest MacBook (R)"
"store.apple.com/nl/macbook Thinner, lighter and stronger! Free delivery. Order today. "



"Apple Store: New iMac"
"store.apple.com/nl-store Ultradunne 20 & 24 inch modellen. Vanaf slechts €1099. Apple Store"


Which translates to:
"Apple Store: New iMac"
"store.apple.com/nl-store Ultra thin 20 & 24 inch models. From only € 1099. Apple Store"



"Apple's Nieuwe Mac mini"
store.apple.com/nl-store Sneller en betaalbaarder dan ooit. Vanaf slechts €499. Bestel meeten."


Which translates to:
"Apple's new Mac mini '
store.apple.com/nl-store faster and more affordable than ever. From only € 499. Buy assay. "

Again, this points to yet more reasons why there could be new iMac, Mac mini and MacBook models coming soon. These new models are expected to be released before October 9th, so keep a look out.

[via AppleInsider]

TUAWNew iMac, Mac mini, MacBook ads spotted originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've been hearing a lot about a new mouse from Apple lately, and earlier today images and additional documentation about a new Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (using Bluetooth) showed up in the FCC database. The new keyboard has a model number of A1314, while the mouse has a model number of A1296. The dimensions of the new wireless keyboard are smaller than the current Apple Wireless Keyboard, particularly in the distance between the top and bottom of the keyboard. There are still few details on the new mouse at this point.

The FCC images were quickly pulled from the FCC database, then re-added later in the day with details cropped out, but they can still be found in all of their original glory over on our sister site Engadget.

[via Engadget]

TUAWNew Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse show up in FCC database originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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iWork.com, Apple's service for sharing documents from iWork '09 to the Internet, which our own Dave Caolo posted about it's shortcomings just last week, received an update a few days ago along with iWork '09. It added a few new features and improvments to the service, which is still in beta.

They include:

  • Automatic email notification. Now the iWork.com beta lets you stay up to date whenever viewers add new comments or notes to your posted documents. You can choose to be notified immediately, hourly, or daily.

  • Enhanced security. Automatic 128-bit SSL encryption now safeguards communication between you and your viewers via iWork.com. You can also password-protect documents you share on iWork.com-so even if someone has a link to your document, they won't be able to view it without the password you supply.

  • Refined user interface. The redesigned Shared Documents page includes thumbnail previews so you can more easily identify your shared iWork files. You can also organize your shared documents by date, name, size, or comments received. And you can now access all your shared documents by signing in at www.iwork.com.



You should be able to use these new improvements once you've updated to the latest version of iWork '09, if you haven't already done so.

Also, Apple has set up a new iWork.com news page, where you can get updates on iWork and the iWork.com service.

Hopefully, these improvements will further advance the iWork.com service.

TUAWiWork.com receives an update originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you're a journalist, writer, or editor, you've probably either heard of, used, or referenced the AP Stylebook in some way. Now, the AP has released an iPhone app of the AP Stylebook [iTunes Link]. It's searchable, allows you to make notes, and offers features for easy access of suggested writing styles. However, this app costs $28.99, which is considerably more expensive than the printed version, which is available for $18.95 from the AP. If you're out a lot, and don't want to carry a big spiral-bound book around with you, you might want to consider this, although the price of this app may be limiting.

TUAWAP Stylebook comes to the App Store originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Just after reaching 1 billion downloads five months ago, Apple announced this morning that the iPhone App Store has reached 2 billion downloads since its launch in July 2008. Also, Apple announced that 85,000 apps are available to download or buy from the App Store, and there are now over 125,000 registered iPhone developers with the iPhone Developer Program.

These apps are available now to the 50 million devices running the iPhone OS (iPhone/iPod touch), creating an ever-expanding group of users.

TUAWApple announces 2 billion downloads, 85,000 apps from the App Store originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2 billion2BillionApp StoreappsAppStorebilliondevelopersMon, 28 Sep 2009 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[New, redesigned iMac models could be coming shortly]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/24/new-redesigned-imac-models-could-be-coming-shortly/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/24/new-redesigned-imac-models-could-be-coming-shortly/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/24/new-redesigned-imac-models-could-be-coming-shortly/#commentsFiled under: , ,

As we reported last week, Apple seems to be working on refreshing the iMac, by redesigning it and possibly adding some new professional "features" (maybe related to audio) at the same time. Now, AppleInsider is reporting that these new iMacs will be released shortly. They point to some probable signs, including Apple's education sales teams offering discounts on current iMac models to education customers.

It's expected that the new models will take design cues from the Apple LED Cinema Display, introduced last October, which features a thinner and more consistently-sized profile than the current iMac design.

Finally, these new iMac models could be released anytime from next week to mid-October, around the same time Apple introduced the Unibody MacBook and MacBook Pro models last year.

TUAWNew, redesigned iMac models could be coming shortly originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>iMacrefreshrumorupdateThu, 24 Sep 2009 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T states more MMS details for Friday]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/24/atandt-states-more-mms-details-for-friday/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/24/atandt-states-more-mms-details-for-friday/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/24/atandt-states-more-mms-details-for-friday/#commentsFiled under: ,

As the AT&T iPhone MMS launch is only one day away now, Engadget is reporting that they heard some launch details from AT&T. Specifically, AT&T has stated that it expects MMS for the iPhone to launch in the "late morning" Pacific time, which would mean it "early afternoon" Eastern time.

Also, this update will arrive as a carrier settings update, which means you'll have to connect your iPhone to iTunes to update. These updates are very small and don't require a restart. Just make sure you and your iPhone are ready to update on Friday.

TUAWAT&T states more MMS details for Friday originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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From what some consider to be a neglected product for Mac, Adobe today announced that it will be releasing Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac. This update brings some helpful and handy new features, most notably features that merge photos to improve light exposure or quality. Also, it improved photo resizing, adds new touch-up options, and includes some new artwork templates. If you're a causal photographer looking for an easy and straightforward photo editing solution, this is something you might want to try out.

Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac will be available in October 2009 for about $99.99, and is available for pre-order from Adobe or Apple.

TUAWAdobe introduces Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As part of Apple's efforts to make the ins-and-outs of the App Store more clear to everyone, Apple has just Introduced the App Store Resource Center. Apple states this new site is "a single destination where you can find everything from how to prepare for submitting your app to managing your app once it been posted to the App Store."

Basically, this new site offers an easy way for developers to read over and learn the many different policies and details about the App Store. It covers app submission, the App Store approval process and managing your app details, among other things There's really not much new, but you maybe able to find stuff easier now instead of looking through large PDF App Store guides.

If you're one of those developers who feels lost around iTunes Connect, you'll probably want to look over the guides in this new site. Anyways, if you're a registered iPhone developer, check out this new site, you just might learn something, maybe.

TUAWApple introduces the App Store Resource Center originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Google Voice story grows even murkier today as new details arise about its App Store rejection. When the FCC launched an inquiry into the presence of the Google Voice app on the App Store, Apple, AT&T and Google all provided formal response letters. Portions of Google's letter were kept confidential from the public. Today, after several requests, Google finally released their entire FCC letter to the public.

In it, Google states that Apple did in fact reject the Google Voice app for the iPhone, and that Phil Shiller met and talked to Alan Eustace at Google about the rejection. Google's letter contradicts what Apple has stated, that they never actually rejected the Google Voice app.

Today's news adds another element to the disappointment and confusion over the presence of Google Voice on the iPhone. Apple stated to Engadget that they did not reject Google Voice and that they continue to look into bringing it to the App Store. TUAW has contacted Apple for a further statement about the rejection details. We have not heard anything back yet.

[via Engadget]

TUAWGoogle contradicts Apple, states Apple rejected Google Voice originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>App StoreAppStoreGoogleGoogle VoiceGoogleVoiceiPhonerejectionFri, 18 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple aims to ease iPhone purchasing at the Apple Store]]>http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/14/apple-aims-to-ease-iphone-purchasing-at-the-apple-store/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/14/apple-aims-to-ease-iphone-purchasing-at-the-apple-store/http://www.tuaw.com/2009/09/14/apple-aims-to-ease-iphone-purchasing-at-the-apple-store/#commentsFiled under: ,

While Apple has taken many steps to make the iPhone easier and more available to purchase, Apple could take more steps to make the process easier and quicker. MacRumors is reporting that Apple is about implement "iPhone Activation Zones" inside Apple Stores. They would included employees, which will be known as "iPhone Experts," who will be identified by unique clothing and name tags, and will be dedicated to activating and setting up iPhones for customers. Also, customers would be able to pre-authorize their purchase online and have their iPhone almost ready for them to purchase in-store. These optimizations could come as early as tomorrow, so keep your eye out for any changes.

TUAWApple aims to ease iPhone purchasing at the Apple Store originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sure, the biggest mystery around the new iPod touch is the omission of the heavily-rumored camera, like the one found on the new iPod nano. However, there is some speculation and wondering in what is actually at the heart of the new iPod touch.

As you may know, all devices that run iPhone OS are powered by a processor based on the ARM architecture. These processors, like Intel and PowerPC processors, come in many different speeds. As Apple did with the iPhone 3GS, improved performance (including OpenGL ES 2.0 support for better gaming and graphic support) is touted as a feature in the new 32GB/64GB iPod touch models (the 8GB iPod touch retains the same performance as it did last year). It's still unclear what the exact details are for the new processor, but here at TUAW, we've done some digging to find out more information about it.

Read on for more technical details on the processor in the new iPod touch.


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TUAWWhat exact processor is inside the new iPod touch? TUAW digs deeper originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Appearing alongside the Mac OS X 10.6.1 update, Apple released another update today: Security Update 2009-004 is out for users of Leopard and Tiger. This update patches several vulnerabilities, including the security issue with Flash that was also part of Mac OS 10.6.1.

It's available now through Software Update and is applicable for Mac OS X Leopard, Tiger (PPC and Intel) and Tiger Server (PPC and Universal).

TUAWApple fixes security issues with Security Update 2009-005 for Leopard and Tiger originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Along with the new iPod nano, iPod touch and iPod classic updates, Apple today also introduced 3 new colors of the iPod shuffle, a special stainless steel edition, and a 2GB model for $59.

The new colors are green, pink and blue, and are available for both the 2GB and 4GB models.

Also, there's a new $99 4GB stainless steel model, available for $99, $20 more than the regular 4GB colors.

Finally, there's a new 2GB model of the 3rd generation shuffle, available for $59, and also comes in black, sliver, green, pink and blue.

TUAWApple introduces new iPod shuffle colors, adds a new $59 2GB model originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 10 Sep 2009 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Courtesy of AppleHere at TUAW, we are all looking forward to the possible launch of a new iPod touch at Apple's music event on Wednesday. After all, who isn't excited after a slow Labor Day weekend (with no talkcast)? Unfortunately, over at AppleInsider and HardMac, they are both reporting that the new iPod touch revision may be delayed. They state that the delay could be related to last-minute technical issues with the rumored camera modules on the new devices.

We have already seen many case designs in various places showing a opening on the back for a possible camera, which already makes for lots of speculation. However, both sites still expect that new a iPod touch will be announced on Wednesday, but the new devices might not ship immediately after the announcement. It's still not known if this will affect possible upcoming iPod nano and iPod classic refreshes, which might also include a camera. Hopefully, we won't have to wait too long to get our hands (and fingers!) on a new iPod touch with a camera.

TUAWRumor: Could the new iPod touch be delayed? originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One feature of Mac OS X, sometimes forgotten about, that has caused gripes from many users for a long time is Spaces. When it was first introduced almost two years ago in Leopard, some applications would not always "play nice" with each other, causing windows not to display or move correctly.

Microsoft Office applications in particular were prone to these problems. There were always some nagging issues that would not allow Spaces to work correctly, due to the way Office windows are drawn on the screen. Over time, they started working better, but a few issues still remained with Office, especially in Word when the Toolbox floating window was in use.

With Snow Leopard's debut, however, Microsoft states that these issues have been fixed through "collaborative efforts" with Apple. Hopefully, this will help a lot of eager and frustrated Spaces users manage their many windows on their desktops.

Do you use Spaces, or have you held off because of these issues? Leave a comment below and share your experiences!

TUAWOffice 2008 and Spaces issues, finally fixed in Snow Leopard? originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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