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Freeway 5.3 Converts Flash to QuickTime for iPhone
Original at The Mac Observer
• 17 hours ago
Softpress announced the immediate availability of Freeway Pro and Freeway Express 5.3 on Thursday. The updates for the graphic-based Web site design applications added the ability to convert Flash content to QuickTime for iPhone and iPod touch
iPodObserver - Rumor: More Labels to Go DRM-free at iTunes Store
Original at The Mac Observer
• 17 hours ago
The Internet rumor mill usually has at least a couple Apple-related rumors floating around, and the latest claims that the Mac and iPod maker is negotiating with the major record labels to bring copy protection-free versions of their libraries to the iTunes Store. So far, only EMI has sig...
iPO Review - Tetris
Original at The Mac Observer
• 19 hours ago
Tetris on the iPhone and iPod touch is more than simply a port of the game that EA published for the clickwheel iPod and iPod nano, thanks to its Magic mode, which lets you use the touchscreen and accelerometer to invoke various powers
iPO Review - iFrogz Luxe iPhone 3G Case
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Nov 8
• 4 related articles
I have several dozen iPhone and iPod cases in my office waiting to be reviewed, so I change my iPhone case more often than many people change shirts. I've tested a lot of good ones and a couple of bad ones, but the iFrogz Luxe is the only one I liked so much I bought...
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iPO Review - Zen Pinball: Inferno
Original at The Mac Observer
• Thu, Oct 30
Zen Pinball: Inferno is a pinball game/simulation with a rock concert theme for iPhone and iPod touch. I've got a love/hate relationship going with it -- I love it because I'm a sucker for a pinball game and in many ways this is a very good one, but I hate it because it can...
iPO Review - RichardSolo Backup Battery for iPhone/iPod
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Oct 13
The best solution I've found so far to extend the time I can use my iPhone 3G when its battery is running down and there's no power source in the vicinity is the Backup Battery for iPhone/iPod from RichardSolo.com. It's small enough to slip into...
Podcast: MGG 170: Recordable CD/DVD Longevity, FireWire iPod Charging, Drive Speeds, and More
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Sep 29
Dave and John share their findings on the expected longevity of recordable CDs and DVDs, then answer your questions relating to all things Mac. Lots of good stuff here, folks. Subscribe for free today
Podcast: AWR #132: New iPods, Microsoft's Ads, and Mac OS X 10.5.5
Original at The Mac Observer
• Tue, Sep 16
Apple revamped its iPod line up on September 9 during a special media event called "Let's Rock." CEO Steve Jobs showed off redesigned iPod nanos, an updated iPod classic and iPod touch, and welcomed NBC back to the iTunes Store. The lawsuit express is still chugging along, Apple notebook sa...
Podcast: MGG 164: Defrag, iPod Syncing Issues, MobileMe Time Zones, Shortcuts, & New Media Expo
Original at The Mac Observer
• Fri, Aug 15
At New Media Expo, John and Dave tackle your questions and share your tips about all things Mac and beyond
Podcast: AWR #130: Apple Earnings, Jobs' Health, MobileMe Headaches
Original at The Mac Observer
• Thu, Jul 31
Apple reported is second best quarter in the company's history, App Store downloads topped 25 million, and there's a mystery product transition coming in the next couple of months. The second iPhone 3G launch is coming in August, and MobileMe is giving people headaches. This week's Quick...
Podcast: AWR #129: iPhone 3G Launch, App Store and MobileMe
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Jul 14
Apple had a busy week with the launch of the iPhone 3G, the App Store, MobileMe and iPhone Software 2.0. Not everything went as planned with the iPhone or MobileMe launch, but the App Store hit the streets running with over 500 native iPhone and iPod touch applications. Also, the DOJ won't file...
Podcast: AWR #124: New iMacs, Apple Lawsuits, RIP GoLive
Original at The Mac Observer
• Tue, May 6
The iMac broke the 3GHz barrier, and Apple's lawsuit train picked up another passenger. This time the suit is over iPod flash memory interfacing. Adobe killed GoLive, Tennessee is considering a digital download tax, the iTunes Store turned five, and AT&T may lower iPhone pricing. Ric...
Podcast: AWR #120: The Microsoft, Sony and Yahoo Business Shuffle
Original at The Mac Observer
• Thu, Mar 27
Apple scratched one lawsuit off its list this week and put smiles on the faces of AirPort Extreme owners. Adobe offered some clarification on its iPhone Flash plans, Sony is considering an iPod-compatible music subscription service, Microsoft still has its sights on Yahoo, and a new App...
Podcast: AWR #116: Microsoft's Brave New World, and Requiem to HD DVD
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Feb 25
Microsoft is trying to show its kinder, gentler side to developers, Toshiba bailed on its HD DVD format, and Apple introduced Xsan 2 while dropping the Xserve RAID from its product lineup. Also, Apple dropped iPod shuffle pricing and doubleTwist launched its media sharing and DRM-strip...
Podcast: AWR #115 2008-02-11: iPhone and iPod touch Updates, Yahoo Snubs Microsoft
Original at The Mac Observer
• Tue, Feb 12
Apple released new iPhone and iPod touch models, the iPhone is going strong in the smart phone market, and yet another company is going after the company for patent infringement. Yahoo had a tough week, and Apple dropped out of NAB.
Podcast: AWR #113 2008-01-26: Apple Earnings Report, and the MacBook Air
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Jan 28
Apple reported its best quarter in the company's history, NBC may be warming up to Apple again, MacBook Air reviews are coming in, the 3G iPod nano now comes in pink, and developers have already jailbroken the iPhone 1.1.3 update.
Podcast: AWR 2008-01-05 #111: Apple's Monopoly, and Down with HD DVD
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Jan 5
Apple was hit with an antitrust lawsuit for its iPod and music sales tactics, Mac market share took a jump in December, and the iPhone and iPod touch had trouble telling time on New Year's eve. In the entertainment world, Sony finally saw the value in DRM-free music, Warner dealt a hard blow t...
Podcast: AWR 2007-10-28: Apple's Big Week - Leopard, Q4 Earnings, and Six Years of iPod
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Oct 29
Apple had a busy week with the launch of Mac OS X 10.5, its stellar earnings report, and the iPod's sixth anniversary. Microsoft gave up its antitrust battle against the EU, and Greenpeace tried to defend its toxic iPhone report. Also, Jeff and Bryan share some Leopard tips
Podcast: AWR 2007-10-21: Greenpeace's Toxic iPhone, More Lawsuits, and the Leopard Countdown Begins
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sun, Oct 21
Even though Apple's iPhone complies with European hazardous chemical regulations, Greenpeace thinks it's still a toxic handful, and now a California group is ready to sue the Cupertino company over the findings. Apple CEO Steve Jobs said the iPhone and iPod touch will be open to third pa...
Podcast: MGG 121: iPod nano and classic Reviewed, Remote Access, and Follow-ups
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Sep 24
Dave reviews the iPod nano and classic, then he and John talk through your issues and questions about hard drives, remote access, and more
Podcast - Apple Weekly Report: Apple and FCC Auctions, iTunes Movie Rentals, and iPhone Sales
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sun, Sep 16
This week Jeff and Bryan take a look at the pending FCC radio frequency auction, the possibility of iTunes movie rentals, Apple's one million iPhone mark, and the $100 credit for early iPhone buyers
Podcast - Apple Weekly Report: New iPods, Wireless iTunes Downloads, and iPhone Price Cuts
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sun, Sep 9
iPod-palooza! Apple updated the iPod shuffle and iPod nano, renamed the iPod to iPod classic, and introduced the iPod touch. Jeff and Bryan take a look at the new iPod line up, the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store, and the iPhone price drop
Podcast: AWR 2007-09-01: Lawsuits, NBC Bails on iTunes, and iPod Predictions
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Sep 1
Apple deals with more lawsuits, NBC pulls out of the iTunes Store, and AT&T goes after iPhone unlocking companies. On the bright side, TV shows come to the U.K. iTunes Store, Apple may release new iPods next week, and Jeff has a special guest co-host
Podcast: AWR 2007-08-18: Steve Jobs Stock Options, John Lennon, and Phantom iPhone Clones
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Aug 18
Steve Jobs scored some serious Apple stock this week, and John Lennon joined the iTunes Store, but it's still too early for the obligatory "Come Together" Beatles references. The iPod played a part in an insider trading scam that went sour, hackers have found a less painful way to unlock th...
Podcast: AWR 2007-07-15: Apple's Market Power, and iPhone Envy
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sun, Jul 15
The iPhone is still the big guy on campus in the news world, but that doesn't mean it's the only topic worth discussing. This week, Jeff and Bryan analyze Apple's increasing dominance in the flash memory market, what analysts are saying about Apple's growth, the company's changing positi...
Podcast: AWR 2007-07-07: iPhone - The Apple and AT&T Steamroller
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Jul 7
A week after the iPhone launch, Apple's combo iPod and smartphone is still going strong. This week Jeff and Bryan look at the iPhone market, Apple's climbing stock, and what the iPhone reviewers are getting right and wrong
Podcast: MGG 83: iPod Shuffle Reviewed, Remote Control
Original at The Mac Observer
• Tue, Dec 19
First up is a review of the new iPod shuffle, and then John and Dave answer your questions about all things Mac... and beyond
Podcast: MGG 79: iPod Batteries, Securing Your Files, and More!
Original at The Mac Observer
• Mon, Nov 20
Dave and John talk through replacing your iPod battery, locking and securing files and folders, reformatting your Mac, and more. Plus, here more about their plans for Macworld Expo... you don't want to miss this
iPodObserver - Apple Issues iTunes 7.0.1
Original at The Mac Observer
• Wed, Sep 27
Apple on Wednesday released iTunes 7.0.1, which the company said "addresses stability and performance issues with Cover Flow, CD importing, iPod syncing, and more." It can be downloaded from the company's Web site or through Mac OS X's Software Update pane. In Windows, users can launch the...
Podcast: Roundup 2006-09-02: Legal Downloads for Free, Barring a (Likely) Screwup
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Sep 2
Universal Music is planning to try to make ad money from music sales, and at the Roundup, we're not ready to write it off -- at least, not quite yet. Also, the final round in the iPod sweatshop story, this time with a twist of Chinese politics
Podcast: Roundup 2006-08-19: Sweatshops Part Deux, a Film Coming Soon to iTunes
Original at The Mac Observer
• Sat, Aug 19
This week's Context Machine Fodder: Apple did a PR victory lap in round 2 of the iPod sweatshop story, while a Lions Gate Executive runs his mouth about iTunes movie downloads
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