iPod Nano Explodes While Charging (+PICS)
Reader Dale’s first-gen iPod Nano was chugging power from his PC’s USB port when suddenly he saw it “explode open and start shooting sparks and spewing smoke.” Pictures inside, along with Apple’s response.
http://consumerist.com/5038095/ipod-nano-explodes-while-charging
Apple’s iTunes Store pays tribute to Isaac Hayes
Apple has posted a page to remember the soul artist Isaac Hayes days after his death last week. We’ll miss you, Shaft.
http://arstechnica.com/journals/apple.ars/2008/08/16/apples-itunes-store-pays-tribute-to-isaac-hayes
On ‘Disabling Voicemail’ on the iPhone
If Steve Jobs says the iPhone comes with Visual Voicemail, the iPhone really comes with Visual Voicemail. However, if I had investigated a bit more, I would have known that even though the iPhone GUI doesn’t let you disable voicemail, you can do this using industry standard GSM codes.
http://arstechnica.com/journals/apple.ars/2008/08/16/on-disabling-voicemail-on-the-iphone
Apple vs. Google: How Will They Stack Up in the Future?
Apple is worth more than Google. Huh? This doesn’t make sense to me. They’re both strong technology giants with very large “moats.” But Google is stronger, and its moat is bigger.
http://www.wired.com/techbiz/media/news/2008/08/portfolio_0815_applegoogle
First Android phone sighting reveals awkward iPhone rival
The first smartphone based on Google’s Android mobile platform could hit the U.S. market as early as October, according to new reports, but a video of the handset leaked on the Internet reveals a device which lacks the elegance that’s already drawn millions to Apple’s iPhone.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/15/first_google_android_phone_sighting_reveals_awkward_iphone_rival.html
Listen To Your Home Music Library From Your iPhone [GUIDE]
Enjoy your home music collection from work (or from anywhere) on the go. Access the music collection of up to 30 of your friends, and allow them to access yours. [INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED]
http://www.ismashphone.com/2008/08/simplify-media.html
iPhone 3G Issues: The Plot Thickens
After months and months of anticipation, the iPhone 3G is here — and all anyone can talk about are its problems. Theories are emerging as to who — or what — is really to blame, but in some ways the possible explanations are only adding to the mystery.
http://gigaom.com/2008/08/14/iphone-3gs-mystery-issues-the-plot-thickens/
10 Years of Cuddly, Friendly iMacs
Over the years, the iMac’s trendsetting arc has continued, with a total of four distinct models (and a close family member), some of which shipped in a handful of flavors.Here’s a look at the evolution of the iMac: past, present and future.
http://www.wired.com/gadgets/mac/multimedia/2008/08/gallery_imac_anniversary
3 feet: Turns out the iPhone isn’t indestructable
My brand new iPhone slipped! — from about three feet, and it hit the sidewalk. Apple’s design gurus had miscalculated — one fall and the screen shattered across the top corner. The only way to replace a cracked iPhone screen is to buy a whole new phone.
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2008/08/iphone-broken-s.html
Apple worth more than Google, but so what?
There was plenty of virtual fist bumping among Apple fans yesterday about the perceived value of Apple as a company now being more than Google, and that’s great. And meaningless. One need only look back to late last year and the words of one four-figure analyst to see how ephemeral that measure of value can be.
http://arstechnica.com/journals/apple.ars/2008/08/14/apple-worth-more-than-google-but-so-what
Apple was briefly worth more than Google
We’re not sure why, but Tom Petruno on the Money & Co. blog points out that, on Wednesday, Apple’s market valuation surpassed Google’s for the first time since the search giant went public in August 2004. But both companies’ stocks are still getting their butts kicked by Microsoft’s
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2008/08/google-apple.html
iPhone 3G Reception Issues to be Fixed by Software Update
A small percentage of iPhone 3G users who say their phones are plagued by poor 3G network reception may soon see their connectivity problems rectified by a software update, a new report claims.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/14/iphone_3g_reception_issues_to_be_relieved_by_software_update_report.html
Apple averaging 95 iPhone 3G sales per store, per day
After spending 25 hours observing sales of iPhones at Apple’s national retail chain, investment bank Piper Jaffray now estimates the company is on track to announce a more than fourfold increase in sales of the handset during its fiscal fourth quarter.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/13/apple_averaging_95_iphone_3g_sales_per_store_per_day.html
Google Android flaws pushing software firms towards iPhone
Although Google is positioning its new Android platform as freeing cellphone software developers, the search engine giant’s attempt to favor certain developers, technical issues, and shaky commercial appeal are reportedly driving would-be partners to iPhone.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/13/google_android_flaws_pushing_software_firms_towards_iphone.html
What’s Wrong With the 3-G in iPhone 3G?
There’s something in the air in the Apple community, and this time it’s not the same old buzz about a next-gen iPod, Steve Jobs’s health or a Mac tablet: It’s the sour topic of the iPhone 3G’s poor data reception.
http://blog.wired.com/gadgets/2008/08/whats-wrong-wit.html
Analyst Predicts September iPod ‘Surprise’
Today the analyst in question is the venerable Gene Munster of Piper Jaffray, and he is predicting a September refresh of the iPod lineup. From where did he pull this information? Well, perhaps he cheated and took a look at last years’ calendar. And the year before that. And yes, the year before that. Predicting a September iPod event is akin to
http://blog.wired.com/gadgets/2008/08/analyst-predict.html
Best Buy to sell iPhone?
Announcement said scheduled for tomorrow. Product to go on sale at all 965 locations from Sept 7
http://www.insanely-great.com/news.php?id=9501
One month of the iPhone 3G: what Apple needs to fix
It has been one month since the iPhone 3G made its debut. While some things have been good, even more things have been not-so-good. Here, we take a look at the ups and downs of one month with the iPhone 3G, and what Apple needs to fix in order to make things better.
http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20080812-one-month-of-the-iphone-3g-what-apple-needs-to-fix.html
Why Apple Doesn’t Do “Concept Products”
Technology giants like Microsoft and Nokia have also had a penchant for concocting concept products that never see the light of day in the market. Why hasn’t Apple, the most innovative and visionary company in computing, produced a single concept product or vision in over a decade? Because, to paraphrase Jobs, ‘real artists ship’.
http://counternotions.com/2008/08/12/concept-products/
8 More iPhone Tricks You Might Not Have Known
We recently showed you “12 iPhone Tricks You Might Not Know”, and we’re back to give you more. Due to all the great feedback our readers gave us, and some further iPhone experimentation (a.k.a. iPerimentation) on our part, we’ve found some other tips and tricks that can enhance your iPhone experience.
http://www.ismashphone.com/2008/08/iphone-tricks-1.html
Apple Made the iPhone Less Stable Than Windows Mobile
I know that we have been clamoring for 3rd party applications on the iPhone and there are some awesome applications available. However, the stable days of pre-iPhone 2.0 may be gone forever and Jobs may not like the can of worms that he has opened up. It is particularly a shame when the native applications on the device can’t even perform reliably.
http://blogs.zdnet.com/mobile-gadgeteer/?p=1351
Intel Officially Brands Nehalem as ‘Core i7′ Processor
Intel has announced that the upcoming Nehalem processor will be officially known as the Core i7. Nehalem has been the code name for Intel’s upcoming processors first due in Q4 2008. Nehalem represents a major overhaul of Intel’s processor technology and introduces a number of improvements over…
http://www.macrumors.com/2008/08/10/intel-officially-brands-nehalem-as-core-i7-processor/
A Guided Tour of the $1,000 ‘I Am Rich’ iPhone App
Are you curious as to what, exactly, you got if you purchased the infamous “I Am Rich” iPhone application for $999.99? Well, here’s a video guided tour of it. As I suspected, it’s not worth the money. But hey, judge for yourself.
http://gizmodo.com/5035505/a-guided-tour-of-the-1000-i-am-rich-iphone-app
Steve Jobs Bobblehead iPhone Dock Brings A Jobsnote To Desk
Apparently not satisfied with keeping Bobble Steve confined to an app inside the phone, an intrepid bobblehead sculptor has constructed this mighty fine looking iPhone dock, complete with a super-detailed Steve-o frozen in “keynote reveal” stance.
http://gizmodo.com/5035243/steve-jobs-bobblehead-iphone-dock-brings-a-jobsnote-to-your-desk-in-creepiest-way-possible
iPhone 2.0 Jailbreak Apps You Can’t Find in the iTunes Store
Now that jailbreak developers have had a full month to work on applications for jailbroken iPhone 2.0 users, there’s a bigger selection than ever of jailbreak iPhone 2.0 software that lets you do things App Store offerings don’t. Let’s look at a few of the good ones.
http://lifehacker.com/400148/iphone-20-jailbreak-apps-you-cant-find-in-the-itunes-store
11 Things We Hate About iTunes
iPod and iPhone owners know that Apple’s iTunes is the dominant software for managing digital media. But some aspects of iTunes drive us nuts.
http://www.pcworld.com/article/149297/article.html
Steve Jobs: confirms kill switch, 60M iPhone apps downloaded
Steve Jobs, presumably speaking from a hyperbaric chamber where he’s being nourished with an infusion of liquified developer-souls before his next public appearance, had a few interesting tidbits about the AppStore for the Wall Street Journal this morning. Namely, users have downloaded some 60 million programs for the iPhone representing sales of
http://www.engadget.com/2008/08/11/jobs-60-million-iphone-apps-downloaded-confirms-kill-switch/
iPhones-Macintosh Computers Are Now Targeted by More Hackers
Security specialists said Saturday that hackers are taking increasing aim at iPhones and Macintosh computers as the hot-selling Apple devices gain popularity worldwide. Hackers have historically focused devious efforts on computers using Windows operating systems because the Microsoft software has more than 90 percent of the global market.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080810/tc_afp/usitinternetcrimecompanyappledefcon
Inside MobileMe: Mac and PC cloud sync and mobile push
MobileMe is advertised as push messaging service, so some users were disappointed to find that some desktop updates may take as long as fifteen minutes to find their way up to the cloud. However, the service does also support push IMAP email as well as full desktop push updates from the cloud, at least on Mac OS X. Here’s how Apple’s service works
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/09/inside_mobileme_mac_and_pc_cloud_sync_and_mobile_push.html
“I Am Rich” Buyer Sheds Tears: Media Calls Her An ‘Idiot”
“I feel really bad for other people who bought that app like me because public ridicule is so hurtful. We’re real people with real lives and lots of money, not morons like everyone is reporting,” Norom said choking back angry tears
http://www.iphonesavior.com/2008/08/i-am-rich-buyer.html
Apple Reviews NetShare; Permanent Ban Likely
Boo, Apple. Spoilsports.
http://blog.wired.com/gadgets/2008/08/netshares-retur.html
PwnageTool 2.0.2 Released! Jailbreak your 2.0.1 Firmware Now
The iPhone-Dev team has finally released the update to the PwnageTool. An unlock feature hasn’t been included. . .but it will jailbreak your brand new 2.0.1 firmware.
http://www.installerapps.com/2008/08/09/download-pwnagetool-202/
Over 100 Bug Fixes Baked into Apple’s Mac OS
For the second time in as many weeks, Apple has handed developers a new pre-release build of an upcoming maintenance and security release for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and asked that they spend the weekend testing the software.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/08/07/over_100_bug_fixes_baked_into_apples_mac_os_x_10_5_5_update.html
Create Ringtones for free with just iTunes
There are a few different ways to create ringtones for your brand new, shiny iPhone. While some bystanders might find the playing of your favorite song annoying, it can quickly inform you to exactly who is calling without taking the phone out of your pocket, purse, or man-bag. For instance whenever Clint Ecker hears the song Gin and Juice, he knows
http://arstechnica.com/journals/apple.ars/2008/08/07/create-ringtones-for-free-with-just-itunes
The $1000 iPhone App: Why Apple Shouldn’t Have Removed it
Yesterday developer Armin Heinrich posted an iPhone app to the App Store called I Am Rich. The program displays a red gem, has no function but to display your wealth to others through ownership, and costs $1000. I Am Rich isn’t the most clever piece of art, but it’s not bad either. For some, the iPhone is already an obvious display of wealth.
http://www.kottke.org/08/08/the-1000-iphone-app
iPhone Coders Miffed, Muzzled By Apple s NDA
“FUCKING NDA” has become a mantra on Twitter. Every time a developer posts about his or her latest run-in with the metaphorical brick wall that is Apple’s NDA, the capitalized expletive is sounded off. “FUCKING NDA” has become such a phenomenon, a website has sprung up at FuckingNDA.com to track the twisted tweets.
http://www.webmonkey.com/blog/iPhone_Coders_Miffed__Muzzled_By_Apple_s_NDA
F*cking NDA: iPhone Coders Upset With Apple
Because of the company’s restrictive non-disclosure agreement (NDA), iPhone developers are legally banned from sharing programming tips, discussing code or asking questions of one another in forums or over e-mail. “FUCKING NDA” has become a mantra on Twitter.
http://www.webmonkey.com/blog/iPhone_Coders_Miffed__Muzzled_By_Apple_s_NDA
Apple’s secret to selling iPhones: Windows Mobile
After a rocky iPhone 3G launch, Apple’s store operations have returned to a model of efficiency. One of Steve Jobs’s secrets: roving sales clerks who use mobile devices to ring up orders anywhere in the store, not just at the cash register. Ah, but which devices? Motorola MC75 handhelds running Microsoft’s Windows Mobile operating system.
http://valleywag.com/5033939/apples-secret-to-selling-iphones-windows-mobile
This Guy Actually Bought “I Am Rich” App for $999.99
…then comes down with a case of buyer’s remorse. LOL
http://i35.tinypic.com/vfeo5.png
Apple Recieves Six New Patents: New MacBook, Docks Coming ?
Apple today received not one but six patents for a variety of items, including an iPhone/iPod Touch stand, an amplification system, a form of speech synthesis, and something it calls a “computing device” that looks a lot like a MacBook to us. Also, a new earbud/lanyard design, and a new backlighting scheme.
http://gizmodo.com/5033587/apple-recieves-six-new-patents-new-macbook-dock-designs-coming
iPhone Nano: I’m Everywhere Around You…[COMIC]
It’s going to be a long road to Macworld indeed…
http://www.geekculture.com/joyoftech/joyarchives/1136.html
iPhone: It is Hard to Decide Which Update to Pick
I think I can see double, may be triple or quadruple.We never had that problem before until after 2.0.1 iPhone Software Update.
http://www.ismashphone.com/2008/08/free-updates.html
THE 1000 dollar iPhone app, that does NOTHING
This proves that there is allot of suckers out there, this app is only for the rich, famous and stupid people.
http://www.alleyinsider.com/2008/8/apple-s-iphone-app-approval-mouse-falls-off-treadmill-buy-the-1000-app-that-does-nothing-aapl-