iPhoneDrive updated, new features added
Posted by Dr. Macenstein Ecamm Network has released an update to iPhoneDrive, their software solution for enabling a “disk mode” on the iPhone. The update (v1.1) addresses one of the main problems we found in our review of the software, namely, the inability to move files and folders already on the iPhone. Many people feel/hope it is only a matter of time before Apple... Read More
Vertus releases Fluid Mask 3
We’re big fans of Vertus’ Fluid Mask Photoshop plug-in (Macenstein rated 9 out of 10 read review) for cutting out complex subjects from their backgrounds, so we were quite excited to see that Fluid Mask 3 has finally shipped for the Mac. (For the past couple months, Fluid Mask 3 was a Windows Vista-only beta, but now people who will actually use it (meaning Mac users)... Read More
Find Jason Bourne and Win one of 10 iPhones
Posted by Dr. Macenstein And speaking of wanting an iPhone more than a car (see faithful Macenstein reader Mike’s comment), faithful Macenstein reader Michelle tipped us off to a new movie promotion for the upcoming Universal movie The Bourne Ultimatum is promising to give away 10 iPhones (along with such lesser prizes as a VW Touareg 2 and $25,000). To win, you must play... Read More
A BMW; the perfect iPhone accessory
Posted by Dr. Macenstein What better accessory for one of the most expensive mobile phones than one of the most expensive mobile vehicles? (OK, yes, I know all vehicles are (supposed to be) mobile, I was just trying for some literary continuity there.) BMW has announced that all their cars since 2004 (or 2005 depending on the model) should work seamlessly with the iPhone for both... Read More
Geek up your iPhone with the D&D Roller
Posted by Dr. Macenstein The iPhone has enjoyed a 6 month stay at the top of many people’s short list of must-have gadgets. Now, two weeks after its launch, and with some of the most positive press ever seen in a V1 device, it would be fair to say that the iPhone is now one of the most popular gadgets around. In fact, you could even go so far as to say, the iPhone has maximum... Read More
Review: Enable “Disk Mode” on your iPhone with iPhoneDrive
Posted by Dr. Macenstein One of the most glaring omissions on the iPhone’s feature list is the ability to use its extra disk space to move files and folders from computer to computer. This “Disk Mode” has been a feature of the iPod for years, and many (including us) were upset to see the iPhone did not share this feature. Well, thankfully the interest in hacking... Read More
Apple releases QuickTime 7.2, iTunes 7.3.1
Posted by Dr. Macenstein Apple today released updates to both iTunes and QuickTime. Both are available via Software Update, or via Apple’s downloads page. According to Apple, iTunes 7.3.1 is a minor maintenance update, and “addresses a minor problem with iTunes 7.3 accessing the iTunes Library“. QuickTime 7.2, however, is a more substantial update, and addresses... Read More
Something to try on your iPhone when you are bored
Posted by iGor If you are ever bored, here’s something stupid that will kill about 40 seconds (most of it typing) on your iPhone. From the main menu, go to Maps, and type in 15.298683, 19.429651. “X” marks the spot. TREASURE! (or maybe Bin Laden?) Read More
The iPhone’s auto-volume sensor: How do it know?
Posted by Dr. Macenstein Here’s something cool I just noticed about my iPhone. It apparently can remember the volume you last set when using the headphones as opposed to a car or stereo, and it will auto adjust accordingly. Because of the iPhone’s recessed ear piece jack, I had to buy a $10 Belkin Headphone Adapter in order to listen to the iPhone in the car (works... Read More
How To: Check your iPhone for dead/stuck pixels
Posted by Dr. Macenstein I was watching a certain Harry Potter movie last night on my iPhone, and since it is a particularly “dark” movie, I decided to turn my iPhone’s brightness all the way up. A couple minutes in, I noticed an annoying speck of “dust” on the screen, but try as I might, it would not come off. To my horror, I soon realized it was... Read More
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