Monday, March 21, 2011

Google Latitude for iPhone

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PoorMan's Lockscreen

Although there are nice apps that display calendar events and to-dos on a jailbroken iPhone lockscreen, those of us who aren't jailbroken lack a feature that, in my opinion, is a huge oversight. If you're like me and not good at checking your to-dos and calendar regularly, you may find this helpful albeit not terribly elegant.


You will need an 'always on' computer somewhere that can act as a server. I am running Snow Leopard on mine. Then you need a Unix application that runs in terminal called icalBuddy. This command can extract events and to-dos from iCal. See the instructions for icalBuddy as it is very customizable. I use icalBuddy to extract the next two days of events from specific calendars.

Next create a workflow in Automator, and save it as an application. You can use icalBuddy to get your to-dos in addition to events, but Automator is pretty good at getting to-dos on its own, so thats's what I use.

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A few apps on sale for St. Patrick's Day

Erin go bragh-se the App Store today, because there are a few cheap games out there for the holiday!

Putting apps on sale for holidays seems to be the growing tradition on the App Store, so there are probably a few more out there (and I'll bet a few developers will start up their sales this weekend after seeing these out this week). If you see something good, let us know in the comments below! And from all of us at TUAW, have a safe and happy St. Patrick's Day!

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Report Details iPad 2 Components Vulnerable to Shortages Following Japanese Earthquake


IHS iSuppli today issued a report detailing five components of the iPad 2 that are sourced from Japanese suppliers, indicating that they could see shortages in the wake of the Japanese earthquake that has shut down a number of manufacturing f...

Source: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/03/18/report-details-ipad-2-components-vulnerable-to-shortages-following-japanese-earthquake/

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Sunday, March 20, 2011

Japanese disaster could create iPad, iPhone shortages [U]

[Updated with new information] While of less concern overall than the terrible loss of human life and ongoing disaster, the earthquake and tsunami which hit northern Japan on March 11th could create significant component delays for the iPad 2 and iPhone 4, claims Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster. Asian contacts reportedly say that the production status of Apple's Japanese suppliers is changing by the hour, and that none of them can definitively detail the damage they've suffered or when production will start up again. Two companies in particular are thought to be...

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Manton Reece: ?Where Apple Went Wrong With Free Apps?

Source: http://www.manton.org/2011/03/where_apple.html

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iPhone 5 again rumored to have NFC

It's a game of rumor volleying when it comes to the iPhone 5 and Near Field Communication. Early rumors suggested the iPhone 5 would include NFC technology, but recent information from UK-based The Independent hinted Apple would launch its own NFC-based payment system with the iPhone 6. Now that we have adapted to the idea of an NFC-less iPhone 5, Forbes has charged in with another rumor that places NFC back in the upcoming smartphone.

The source of this rumor is a friend of an entrepreneur who is working with Apple on a "top secret" NFC product. The unnamed individual believes the fruits of the friend's labor will debut in the iPhone 5. The source also claims manufacturers of NFC readers are preparing for a deluge of business when the iPhone 5 hits this summer.

While the possibility of NFC is exciting, the Forbes report is based on second-hand information and cannot be corroborated. Yes, it is possible the iPhone 5 will include an NFC mobile payment system, but it is not a guarantee by any stretch of the imagination. Sit tight and wait for the iPhone 5 rumor mill to kick into overdrive in the next few months before you start investing in VeriFone and other NFC makers.

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Getting an iPad 2 Outside the US Ahead of International Launch

Apple Stores are sold out across the U.S., online order shipping times are at four-to-five weeks, and now analysts are saying the March 25 international launch is in jeopardy. But if you're really serious about getting an iPad 2 as early as possible, there are alternatives.

Source: http://gigaom.com/apple/getting-an-ipad-2-outside-the-us-ahead-of-international-launch/

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In-depth Review: Apple's iPad 2 running iOS 4.3

Apple's new iPad 2 is currently so popular that it's difficult to buy. Along with its impressive hardware however, there are a few weak spots and a couple rough edges in its current software release.

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Apple's WiFi iPad 2 said to record better sound than 3G models

Although Apple's new WiFi and 3G iPads are expected to perform identically outside their wireless internet capabilities, one evaluation has determined that the WiFi models achieve superior sonic qualities in their audio capture capabilities.

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Nokia software updater for Mac beta is available

Good news for those with a Nokia handset and a Mac as Nokia has finally released its software updater for Mac. This software tool lets you update with your handset using your Mac desktop or laptop. Right now, the tool only works with the operating system, but future releases will add support for applications. The tool is a release candidate and still under development, so expect it to be rough around the edges. Thus far, no issues have been reported, so you should be clear to use the tool if you own a Nokia smartphone. You can point your browser to the Nokia Beta Labs website for additional information and to download the software updater.

[Via BGR and Phonescoop]

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iPhone 5 May Get NFC Payments After All?


A Forbes blog by Elizabeth Woyke claims that despite recent rumors to the contrary, Near Field Communications (NFC) payment systems may indeed be coming to the iPhone 5.

Woyke's sources include second hand information from an...

Source: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/03/17/iphone-5-may-get-nfc-payments-after-all/

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Saturday, March 19, 2011

Podcast: GarageBand and iMovie for iPad

Podcast: GarageBand and iMovie for iPad Host Chris Breen discusses GarageBand for the iPad. He's then joined by Jeff Carlson to talk about the latest iMovie for iOS devices.

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TUAW's Daily App: Lane Splitter

You may never have actually experienced this, but here in Los Angeles, every time we head out on the freeways, we face a dreaded threat: the motorcyclist. Not that I actually have anything against these guys (I'm sure they're very nice), but in LA, I've found that they tend to have a set of rules outside of the normal traffic -- even when you're parked on the 405 at a standstill thanks to a traffic jam, the guys on motorcycles are somehow able to split lanes, flying down the dotted line in between two long backups of cars.

And that's what Lane Splitter is all about -- you play a motorcyclist rushing down a freeway, cutting in between various cars as you speed on. It's generally a Canabalt-style running game, but using the accelerometer to steer provides a fun driving twist to the game, and pulling a wheelie on your motorcycle can add up some extra points as well.

Unfortunately, there's no Game Center integration, though there are global leaderboards, and an update is promised in the future (though it hasn't shown up since December). But Lane Splitter has another bonus going for it on this Friday: it's currently completely free for both iPad and iPhone. If you're down to do some traffic weaving this weekend, give it a look.

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Genius debuts Traveler 6000 wireless mice

Computer accessory maker Genius has added two RF wireless mice to its lineup, the Traveler 6000 Wireless Mouse and the the Traveler 6000 Classic Wireless Mouse [website not yet updated], now available in the US and Canada. The two models are identical with one difference: the Classic model features a styled black top cover design, whereas the regular model sports solid color cover in Diamond Black, Royal Blue or Ruby Rose....

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FlickStackr brings AirPlay to Flickr videos

FlickStackr brings AirPlay to Flickr videos A minor update to this feature-packed Flickr client brings AirPlay support for Flickr videos.

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Investigators nearing conclusion of iPhone prototype inquiry

Investigators are finally nearing the end of an ongoing inquiry surrounding the lost iPhone 4 prototype, which was leaked early last year ahead of Apple's formal unveiling. San Mateo county district attorney Stephen Wagstaffe admitted to CNET that the investigation is still "ongoing," but may come to a close as early as next month....

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The Abuse of Private Manning

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Google revamps Docs comments feature

Google revamps Docs comments feature Google has upgraded the ability to post comments and respond to them in its Docs office productivity applications.

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Why the New York Times Paywall Will Backfire

The New York Times delivered details regarding its new paywall today, with a tiered pricing plan that begs the question: Considering how well the Times iPhone and iPad apps have done, has the Gray Lady thought hard enough about the app user's perspective?

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Friday, March 18, 2011

?Mind-Blowingly? Fast MacBook Pro

PC Magazine reviewer Cisco Cheng calls the new 15-inch MacBook Pro ?the fastest, most technologically advanced laptop to grace our Lab?s benches.? Highlighting standout features like its ?mind-blowingly fast? performance, improved battery life, ultrafast Thunderbolt input/output connection, and new FaceTime HD camera, Cheng calls MacBook Pro a ?technological tour de force.?

Source: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2380921,00.asp

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MacBook Pro an All-Around Powerhouse

CNET makes the 15-inch MacBook Pro an Editor?s Choice, awarding it 4/5 stars (Excellent). Reviewer Dan Ackerman writes that ?though these new models may look the same as the ones they replace, the changes under the hood are some of the most far-reaching in the history of the MacBook Pro brand.? Citing ?powerful updates to the CPU and GPU,? Ackerman calls the MacBook Pro an ?all-around powerhouse? and ?the fastest laptop we?ve tested.?

Source: http://reviews.cnet.com/laptops/apple-macbook-pro-winter/4505-3121_7-34512751.html?tag=TOCcarouselMain.0

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The Talk Show, Episode 34

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Remains of the Day: Hug it out

Remains of the Day: Hug it out Apple's top brass reaches out to its employees in Japan, the iPad 2 takes a break to shoot a music video, and Adobe makes a surprising move.

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