3 days USB Hub May Affect iPhone/iPod Touch Sync Time- An interesting piece over on UKMAC.NET describes how the author found that after upgrading to the 2.0 firmware, his App Store synching for his iPod touch had gotten slower and slower to the point where it became an almost...... (more)
- Apple Patent Highlights Upcoming Multi-Touch Technologies
- Per a 30-page patent filing released recently written by Wayne Westerman and John Elias, co-founders of the Fingerworks firm acquired by Apple to create the iPhone's multi-touch interface, Apple may have some interesting multi-touch advancements en route. According to...... (more)
- Next-Gen iPod Nano, iPod Touch Design Drawings Leaked
- Leaked images and speculation aren't set in stone, but they do make life more interesting, especially before a product launch. According to a leaked image published by iLounge, Apple may release a longer, narrower iPod nano come September 9th....... (more)
- Apple, AT&T Named in Bandwidth Suit
- On August 29th, Apple and AT&T were included in a complaint filed in a San Diego court alleging that the two companies could have sold more iPhone 3G units than AT&T's network could handle. The case, headed by plaintiff...... (more)
- AT&T Cites East Coast Data Issues as Repaired
- Per scattered reports, a number of users have complained of experiencing sever problems with AT&T's network. According to Electronista Electronista, some customers have complained of a lack of cellular data functions such as e-mail and web browsing over both...... (more)
- Macessity Introduces LapTuk Stand for Apple Notebooks
- On Wednesday, accessory manufacturer Macessity introduced its LapTuk stand for Apple notebooks. According to Macworld, the steel stand, which is finished in an aluminum color to match the MacBook Pro notebooks, can support any LCD display up to 35 pounds...... (more)
- Adobe to Release CS4 Details in September 23rd Webcast
- For Adobe fans, there's some cool stuff coming down the pipe. According to AppleInsider, the company, which released public beta versions of its Creative Suite 4-bound applications such as Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Soundbooth in late May will release an...... (more)
- Apple, China Mobile Still in Negotiations After a Year
- Almost a year later and Apple is still in talks with China Mobile, the world's largest mobile phone provider, as to how to bring the iPhone handset to China. "Steve Jobs and I hope the iPhone will enter China...... (more)
- AT&T, Sierra Wireless Release USBConnect Mercury 3G Peripheral
- On Tuesday, AT&T and Sierra Wireless introduced the USBConnect Mercury, a USB peripheral designed to connect to AT&T's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 3G data network. According to Macworld, the device is available for free to users who choose...... (more)
- Apple Releases Invitations for September 9th Event
- On Tuesday, Apple released its media invitations for a special event to be held next week. According to Bloomberg, the invitations, entitled "Let's Rock", show a silhouetted dancer holding an iPod. The event will be held at the Yerba...... (more)
- 3 days New 5D to eclipse competition?
- Canon has just added a mysterious teaser to its US website. The page shows a silhouette of a camera with the words 'Destined Evolution.' Maybe it will be updated to include more detail in the future, we don't know. It's almost as if the company is building up to the launch of a camera to replace one of its older models. We have no specific information but it doesn't require any profound market insight to predict an EOS 5D replacement is coming.... (more)
- Phase One introduces 3.5/45mm TS lens
- Pre-Photokina 2008: Phase One has announced the 3.5/45mm TS, a tilt-shift lens developed in collaboration with Hartblei. The 45mm lens offers up to 12 mm shift (combined with a 360 degree rotation) and 8 degrees tilt. In addition, it is bundled with Phase One’s Capture One 4 Lens and Focus optical correction technology.... (more)
- Photokina 2008 show report preview, predictions
- Pre-Photokina 2008: In just under three weeks time Photokina, the biggest photography trade show will get under way. As usual the lead-up is long and drawn out with announcements of 'Photokina products' stretching back to the beginning of August. To help you make sense of these and the coming swathe of new products we have activated our Photokina 2008 show report page. This provides you with an index of new product releases as well as a placeholder for our live 'from the show floo... (more)
- Ricoh GX200 firmware update
- Ricoh has released a firmware update for the GX200 compact digital camera. Version 1.14 fixes two minor errors that occur in very specific conditions. This update closely follows the Version 1.10 update that was released in mid-July.... (more)
- Tamron macro focuses on mini-Nikons
- Pre-Photokina 2008: Tamron has announced a revised version of its popular 90mm macro lens with an autofocus motor for Nikon cameras. The move allows the use of this venerable lens design as a telephoto macro with the Nikon D40, D40X and D60 models. The lens will be available from the late September in Japan with other markets following.... (more)
- Tamron ultra-wide released for Canon and Nikon
- Pre-Photokina 2008: Tamron has announced the availability of the SP AF 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) lens for Canon and Nikon APS-C DSLRs. This ultra wide-angle lens offers a minimum focus distance of 0.24m throughout its range and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:5 at 24mm. The lens will be available later this month, initially in Japan. Pentax and Sony versions will follow at an unspecified date.... (more)
- Other news from Tamron
- Pre-Photokina 2008: Tamron has also announced the availability of the AF18-270MM Di II VC ultra high power zoom lens in Canon and Nikon mounts (with AF motor for Nikon) and the recently reviewed SP AF70-200mm F/2.8 Di LD [IF] Macro zoom lens in mounts for Pentax and Sony SLR cameras. Both the lenses will be initially launched in Japan later this month.... (more)
- Canon fixes firmware for 450D
- Canon has posted a firmware update for the EOS 450D / Digital Rebel XSi. The latest version (1.0.9) fixes Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) problems, errors with the Live View Exposure Simulation warning indicator and playback problems after continuous shooting when a printer or a video display is attached.... (more)
- Just posted! Canon EF 50mm F1.4 USM lens review
- Just posted! In the second instalment of our latest series of lens reviews, we focus on Canon's mid-range standard prime, the EF 50mm F1.4 USM. With a distinctly traditional optical formula dressed up in a modern AF body, and designed as a standard lens for 35mm film but now more frequently serving as a short portrait lens on APS-C, how does this relative veteran compare to Sigma's brand new 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM which we reviewed last month?... (more)
- Pentax K200D review
- Just Posted! We've just posted our in-depth review of the Pentax K200D entry-level digital SLR. The new model replaces the K100D and comes with a higher sensor resolution, a larger screen and a dust reduction system. Are these upgrades enough to let the K200D stand its ground in a fiercely competitive segment of the market? Find out after the link.... (more)
- Today iTunes 8 prematurely leaked, pulled?
- An unusual report late Sunday has multiple users claiming that Apple unintentionally, if briefly, posted a pre-release copy of iTunes 8.
The few allegedly lucky visitors to Apple's iTunes page at the right time on Sunday say they noticed an out-of...... (more)
- Today MobileMe users hit by phishing scam
- A scammer is targeting MobileMe users with an email purporting to be from Apple. The email claims there are problems with the user's subscription renewal information, and directs them to a web site that asks them to reenter their credit card informat...... (more)
- Yesterday Claims renew iTunes 8 expectations, slate iPhone 2.1 for event
- Despite some expectations to the contrary, iTunes 8 is now allegedly a lock for Apple's "Let's Rock" special event and may come with new iPhone firmware that packs surprises of its own.
Ars Technica recants its previous doubts and now says its bel...... (more)
- 3 days First iPod nano 4G photo hits the web [updated]
- A Mac website has obtained what's believed to be the first proven genuine photo of a fourth-generation iPod nano, days ahead of its launch.
The image, deliberately masked by MacNN to protect the identity of the shot, bears a near perfect resemblan...... (more)
- 3 days Microsoft calling up Gurus to take on Apple's Geniuses
- As part of its efforts to shore up Windows Vista's battered reputation, Microsoft has revealed plans for retail helpers that bear a strong resemblance to Apple's Genius Bar staff.
Although they won't be fixing existing users' computers, the new st...... (more)
- 3 days Report pours water on rumors of September 9th iTunes 8 debut
- Rumors that Apple will announce next week version 8.0 of its iTunes media cataloging software with a new music recommendation engine may be premature, according to a new report.
Earlier this week, outspoken Digg founder Kevin Rose built on his pre...... (more)
- 3 days Analyst braces clients for "underwhelming" Apple event
- American Technology Research analyst Shaw Wu put out a call to clients on Friday, saying they should be prepared for a slight letdown at Apple's event next Tuesday unless chief executive Steve Jobs pulls a rabbit from his black turtleneck.
"While...... (more)
- 3 days Mac OS X 10.5.5 approaching as testing focus narrowed
- A release of the fifth maintenance and security update for Apple's Leopard operating system appears to be approaching a release, with the company reported to have lopped the number components requiring evaluation in half.
Developers claim to have...... (more)
- 3 days Road to Mac OS X Snow Leopard: the future of 64-bit apps
- Snow Leopard's across-the-board leap to 64-bits, from the kernel to all of its bundled apps, will make more memory available and boost performance. However, Apple will also need to manage its 64-bit lead and organize its developers. Here's why.
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- iPhone snags cover of Best Buy circular ahead of Sunday's launch
- While there's no sign that sales of Apple's iPhone 3G have slowed, they're due for an incremental boost come Sunday when the device goes on sale at Best Buy retail outlets nationwide.
A copy of next week's Best Buy circular (below) duly notes the...... (more)
- Review posted for Canon SD790 IS!
- Canon's ELPHS are all stunningly beautiful digital cameras, but the Canon SD790 IS is among the most handsome with its chiseled edges and 3-inch screen. Inside, the Canon SD790 IS is beautiful too, with a DIGIC III image processor to handle the 10-megapixel images its 3x zoom captures. Roll Canon's Face Detection and Motion Detection technology into the PowerShot SD790 I...... (more)
- Nik Software Announces Sharpener Pro™ 3.0
- New plug-in for Photoshop® and Aperture™ incorporates U Point® technology for precise selective sharpening Las Vegas, NV - September 4, 2008 (Photoshop World, Booth #321) - Nik Software today announced the latest version of its popular Sharpener Pro photographic plug-in for use with Adobe® Photoshop® and Apple® Aperture™. Designed for professionals and photo enthusiasts, Sharpener Pro 3.0 is the most advanced...... (more)
- Forget the Scissors, Microsoft Research Makes It Easier to Create Digital Photo Collages
- Seamless digital photo collaging at your fingertips with AutoCollage. CAMBRIDGE, UK — 4 Sept 2008 — Microsoft Research today launched AutoCollage 2008, a desktop application that allows users to easily compile a set of individual photographs into one seamless collage. In just a few clicks, people can transform an unwieldy group of photos — for example, of an event such as a wedding or holiday — into a single collage...... (more)
- Geotagging Comes to Phanfare
- iPhone, Exif GPS date, Eye-Fi WiFi sources are all supported. Phanfare has introduced Geotagging support within Phanfare so that viewers can tell where photos were taken. Phanfare records the GPS coordinates of any photo with GPS information in the Exif header. The process is fully automatic and compatible with cameras that support geotagging of images (such as the iPhone) and with the Eye-Fi WiFi enabled SD memory cards that geotag images aut...... (more)
- onOne Software Announces PhotoFrame 4 Professional and Standard Editions
- Digital photography software developer announces upgrade to its PhotoFrame plug-ins that now includes support for Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom™ 2 Las Vegas, NV – September 4, 2008 – onOne Software, Inc., a leading developer of innovative software tools for photographers, today announces two significant upgrades to their award-winning applications for adding the perfect finishing touch to digital photos – PhotoFrame...... (more)
- onOne Software Announces Plans for Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom™ P
- Digital photography software developer outlines roadmap to bring award-winning plug-ins to users of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Las Vegas, NV – September 4, 2008 – onOne Software, Inc., a leading developer of innovative software tools for photographers, has outlined their plans to deliver support for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 software, the photographer's essential toolbox for managing, adjusting and presenting large volumes of...... (more)
- Adobe to Introduce Creative Suite 4 in Sept. 23 Webcast
- Adobe will introduce the lastest version of its Creative Suite in a Sept. 23 Webcast. Registration Required To receive instructions for viewing the broadcast, you must register your name and email address at http://adobe.istreamplanet.com/. When you register, you'll be asked which of the following broadcast times you prefer: • Europe at 11 a.m. CET • North America at 9 a.m. Eastern • North America at 9 a.m. Pacific • Australia...... (more)
- onOne Software Announces Plans for Apple Aperture 2.1 Plug-In Support
- Digital photography software developer outlines roadmap to bring award-winning plug-ins to users of Apple Aperture 2.1 Las Vegas, NV – September 4, 2008 – onOne Software, Inc., a leading developer of innovative software tools for photographers, has outlined their plans to deliver support for Apple Aperture 2.1. Development will center around select products in the onOne Software line of Photoshop plug-ins. onOne Software plans...... (more)
- Kubota Image Tools Announces Spring 2009 Digital Photography Bootcamp® Workshop
- Digital Photography Bootcamp scheduled for April 19–24, 2009 Las Vegas, NV – Photoshop World Booth #430 (September 4, 2008) - Kubota Image Tools is pleased to announce its 17th Digital Photography Bootcamp workshop April 19-24, 2009. Bootcamp, taught by renowned photographer Kevin Kubota, is a 5-day workshop for professional photographers designed to supply all of the technical know-how to run a successful digital portrait/wedding...... (more)
- O'Reilly Publishes 'The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D Companion'
- SEBASTOPOL, Calif. -- Have you ever bought a new camera, only to be so overwhelmed by all the buttons, gizmos, and gadgets, that you don't touch it for months? You wind up using your old point-and-shoot camera simply because you don't know enough about your new camera to be comfortable with it. If you've ever been caught in this situation, don't worry--with O'Reilly Media's new Companion series, you'll be wowing people with your new photos in no time....... (more)
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