iTunes’ Dirty Little Secret: Not All Tracks Can Be Redownloaded
Posted by Dr. Macenstein [DISCLAIMER: I have added this disclaimer to the head of this article in hopes people will actually read it before posting comments. This article is not in any way bashing Apple, nor criticizing their generous redownloading policy. It is merely meant to point out what I see as a glitch in their system, and to serve as yet another warning to those folks... Read More
Apple Releases Mac OS X 10.4.9 and iPhoto 6.0.6
Posted by Lab Rat From Software Update: The 10.4.9 Update is recommended for PowerPC and Intel-based Mac computers currently running Mac OS X Tiger version 10.4.8 and includes general operating system fixes, as well as specific fixes or compatibility updates for the following applications and technologies: – RAW camera support – Handling of large or malformed images... Read More
Apple TV gameplay confirmed?
Posted by Helper Monkey The good folks over at MacScoop have poked around the latest iTunes update and come up with some pretty convincing evidence of gameplay functionality in the upcoming Apple TV. Rumors have predicted that Apple TV would have some game playing capability, and it now appears that will be the case. Odds are, since iTunes is apparently being used to sync the... Read More
Everyone’s (least) favorite Howard Stern Wackpacker, Eric the Midget Widget
Fans of Howard Stern’s radio show need no introduction to Eric the Midget, the diminutive frequent caller to the show and reluctant member of Stern’s Wackpack. Despite his size, he’s quickly grown (sorry) to become the Wackpacker you love to hate (or just plain hate to hate). Well, for the 2 of you out there who can’t get enough of Eric… behold! The... Read More
Apple updates iTunes and QuickTime
Posted by Helper Monkey Apple today released point updates for both iTunes 7 and QuickTime 7. The QuickTime update (7.1.5) contains numerous bug fixes as well as some security fixes which Apple deems “critical“. The iTunes update (7.1) adds support of Apple TV and a new full screen Cover Flow view, as well as improved song sorting options. The updates are available... Read More
HandBrake and MediaFork are once again one and the same
Posted by Dr. Macenstein HandBrake, everyone’s favorite free DVD to MPEG-4 ripping application (despite having the worst icon ever) announced yesterday that it has re-joined forces with with MediaFork, the multi-platform DVD ripper that spun off during HandBrake’s early development. No word on why we should be excited, but the folks over at HandBrake seem to be, so... Read More
DVD Studio Pro Glitch: Cannot launch DVDSP while copying files
Posted by Lab Rat Here’s something fun to try if you own DVD Studio Pro. Find a large file or folder on your computer (something over 2-3 GB or so) and copy it from one drive to another (or even within the same drive). Now try to launch DVD Studio Pro. Know what will happen? Nothing. at least not until that file is finished copying. The splash screen will appear, then the... Read More
Which came first, The Apple or the Jeans?
Posted by Dr. Macenstein Back when Apple’s highly controversial Eminem commercial was accused of ripping off another product’s ad campaign (Lugz footware) we reluctantly sided with Lugz, pointing out that the Lugz ads had been so famous for so long it would have been unlikely for ad execs to have never seen it. However, now we think we are being faced with the exact... Read More
Why did CNET review 10.4 Tiger only 1 month ago?
Posted by iGor I was browsing through CNET’s “Top Ten reviews of the week” feature, and noticed that Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger is reviewed. While I am pleased to see it get an 8 out of 10 rating, I can’t help but wonder why it is being reviewed now (well, Feb 2nd, 2007), given it came out on April 28, 2005, and we are likely only 1 or 2 months away from Mac... Read More
Free VoIP calls on the iPhone?
Posted by Dr. Macenstein MacDailyNews is claiming that JAJAH plans offer free or low cost VoIP calls via the iPhone later this year, including international calls. JAJAH is a VoIP company that offers free local and international calls via your web browser using your existing phone number. At the moment this all sounds like a bunch of wishful thinking, as while we are sure there... Read More
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