Windows 8’s new BSoD blames the hardware manufacturers for crashes
When looking to upgrade an operating system, especially one that has been around as long as Windows (and largely unchanged since Windows 98), it’s always a good idea to take a look at the features your customers use the most and update those to make the idea of upgrading more enticing. And there’s no feature Windows users use more than the Blue Screen of Death. Yes,... Read More
I’m not saying there’s any validity to Apple’s “copying” lawsuits against Samsung… but
Now, I don’t really keep up with non-Apple hardware all that religiously, so on a recent back-to-school Staples trip I was kind of disgusted at how closely the Samsung laptops now resemble Apple’s MacBooks, with the aluminum chasis, black keyboard, thick black bezel around the screen, and the Samsung logo placed precisely where the words MacBook Pro go on the Apple... Read More
Original iPhone 5 drawing hits eBay
And by “original”, I don’t mean it was in any way involved in the production of the rumored-to-be-forthcoming iPhone5 – just that it is a one of a kind original drawing by a person of little to no artistic talent detailing what they think the iPhone 5 might look like. And he’ll even SIGN IT! I'd buy one Whether or not the current 0.99¢ price tag... Read More
Well, this isn’t creepy at all
I have a horrible feeling that none of us actually exist and we’re all just part of a bad LSD trip Steve Jobs took in the 70’s… Read More
The most involved iPhone app trailer we’ve seen (plus boobies)
In the Adobe After Effects world, Andrew Kramer is a bit of a legend. Many is the time I have perused his tutorial site Video Copilot and completely ripped him off found inspiration for my own projects. Well, in addition to cranking out awesome tutorials and plug-ins for After Effects, Andrew has now made the leap into the iPhone app arena with his “face changing” app... Read More
I’m not sure there’s a jail big enough to accommodate these guys’ balls
Usually when we hear of crimes involving iPhones and iPads, we envision thugs ramming their cars through the lovely glass doors of one of Apple’s iconic stores or muggers ripping iOS devices from unsuspecting commuters. But a couple of inventive Chinese decided to kick it “old school” with their latest Apple-themed crime. How old school? How about the 16th century.... Read More
NMA explains the fake Chinese Apple store epidemic
Just in case any of you are confused by the whole “fake Apple Store” outbreak sweeping China, our good friends over at Next Media Animation have once again come to the rescue, using their cutting edge 3D simulations to clearly explain all angles of the… oh, who are we kidding? Their animation is just as bizarre as always. And yes, Steve is still wearing a Darth... Read More
You had me at “Hot Russian girls with Apple gear pulling off their clothes”
Faithful Macenstein reader currentinterest sent us this great clip of… something. Not sure exactly what, but the video, entitled “Putin’s Army” certainly plays like an Apple ad, with iPhones, MacBooks, and iPad unwrappings. Oh, and boobs. Enjoy. Here’s the official description of what is going on, although I’m not really any clearer after... Read More
Steve Jobs look-a-like selling tea in Taiwan
Oh, Steve’s not gonna like this. Or is he? A Taiwan-based tea company has posted a new ad featuring a Steve Jobs look-a-like letting people know they can earn a chance to win an iPad 2 with each purchase. Apple recently cracked down on contests using “iPhone” and “iPad” in their promotional materials, and they’ve been quick to protect Steve’s... Read More
Macenstein’s “Mac Chick of the Month” (July 2011): Tiffany Crystal
Welcome to Macenstein‘s “Mac Chick of the Month”. Each month we feature a different die-hard, Mac-loving girl who is (almost) as well designed as the Apple products they love. This month we present you with the lovely Tiffany Crystal, a Model, actress, and of course, a die-hard Mac Chick! Tiffany is just an easy going, quirky Florida girl who also happens to... Read More
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