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Steve Jobs, frozen in carbonite iPhone case feels like something I should want, but don’t

Society6 is selling a “Steve Jobs in Carbonite” iPhone case for $35 that in theory is such a perfect geeky combination that I SHOULD want to own it. But something about it just feels so very creepy… I’m not sure I would want to touch it, let alone hold it really close to my cheek. Still, the idea IS oddly awesome. If the iPhone case isn’t your thing,... Read More

Apple shuts down M.I.C., once again

Ahh, would you look at what I got in the mail today, a message form M.I.C telling me that Apple has ordered them to stop selling their iHub USB hub. Luckily, it says my order will still be honored, so it would seem I am quickly building quite the collection of “Apple-legal-cease-and-desist” devices from M.I.C, already having ordered and received my banned Steve Jobs... Read More

Steve Jobs de-knighted?

According to The Telegraph, Steve Jobs was just seconds away from obtaining a British knighthood when former Prime Minister Gordon Brown squashed the deal out of spite when Jobs declined to speak speak at Labour’s annual conference. Mr Jobs was put forward for the honour by the MP for services to technology. Apple is credited with revolutionising the industry in recent years... Read More

Steve Jobs: A Real American Hero

Look what showed up in the mail from Hong Kong today! My Steve Jobs Ninja action figure. Finally, someone can protect my desk from Cobra Commander’s evil plans. With his optional “Shuriken hand”, Steve really knows how to lay the smack down. And knowing is half the battle. Apparently Orange Domo can’t believe the awesomeness he is witnessing.  Read More

Enquirer says Steve Jobs has 6 weeks left to live: Mariah Carey’s sister is a $250 per hour adult escort

Man, I am REALLY missing those days when the National Enquirer ran nothing but Big Foot sightings and alien probing stories. Unfortunately, in recent years the Enquirer has become a fairly accurate and legitimate news source, breaking some fairly major stories in the tabloid world, which is all the more disheartening as their latest headline claims that Steve Jobs has only 6 weeks... Read More

Newsflash: Steve Jobs IS human

Or at least he WAS, back in 1978 when this video was made. Gaze in wonder as a 23-year old Steve shows caveman-like amazement at his image appearing on a TV set and prepare to gawk open-mouthed as Steve demonstrates just a hint of the emotion we mortals call “nervousness” when told he will be simulcast to New York as well. He even threatens to vomit. Presumably sometime... Read More

Steve Jobs doll is back – to kick ASS!!

When I saw last month’s limited edition Steve Jobs Action figure from MICGagdet (which Apple subsequently had pulled), I have to admit it was probably one of the coolest things I had ever seen. Well, apparently not scared of Apple Legal, M.I.C. Gadget is back, and they have done the impossible by upping the coolness factor even higher by releasing their new Pineapple CEO... Read More

Steve Jobs on Medical Leave

According to Cult of Mac, Jobs sent the following message to staff this morning: “Team, At my request, the board of directors has granted me a medical leave of absence so I can focus on my health. I will continue as CEO and be involved in major strategic decisions for the company. I have asked Tim Cook to be responsible for all of Apple’s day to day operations. I have... Read More

Steve Jobs worshiped as a God in India

Remember Steve Jobs’ infamous 1976-ish trip to India, during which he became a Buddhist? Well, looks like he left just a big impression on India as India did on him. Check out these photos sent in by faithful Macenstein reader Amit who found a very interesting sculpture while shopping in Mahabalipuram, in the south of India.  Read More

This is why Apple has that $50 billion cash reserve

Can you imagine Steve having to pitch his ideas to venture capitalists? I especially love how the first guy immediate drops out based on the name. via 9to5 Mac  Read More