Mac Rumors:
Several weeks ago, word surfaced that recent developer builds of Mac OS X 10.6.2 had ceased to support Intel's Atom processors, the basis of many netbook systems popular with those who wish to modify non-Apple systems to run OS X. The news set off a... (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
Apple today began notifying purchasers of its iTunes LP offerings that updated versions compatible with the new Apple TV 3.0 software are now available for download. Apple delivered the Apple TV 3.0 software update to users last week, bringing a num... (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
Near Field Communications World reports (via 9 to 5 Mac) that Apple is rumored to be testing a prototype of its next-generation iPhone equipped with a radio-frequency identification (RFID) chip. The rumor comes from a "highly reliable source" who pr... (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
Apple today seeded a new version of Mac OS X 10.6.2, termed Build 10C540, to developers. The release comes one week after the release of the previous build.
As with the previous two developer seeds, Apple lists no known issues in the ... (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
Earlier this week, a report surfaced claiming that Apple had apparently disabled support for Intel's Atom processors in the latest developer build of Mac OS X 10.6.2. The revelation set off a firestorm around the Internet, riling many users who have... (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
Billboard reports that Apple has launched a new section of its iTunes Store called "Music Movies" [iTunes Store], featuring video content with a music focus such as music documentaries, concert films, and movie musicals. Apple is also reportedly see... (Read More)
Environment - stories: popular:
A Japanese trawler capsized while trying to haul in a smack of Nomura's jellyfish. Nomura's jellyfish are massive creatures weighing over 400 pounds, and have begun crowding the Sea of Japan. The three...read more. (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
OS X Daily reports on a discovery that Apple's latest developer build of Mac OS X 10.6.2 disables support for Intel's Atom processor. While Apple's exact motive for the change is unknown, the result is that users who have modified their Atom-powered... (Read More)
Environment - stories: popular:
REDUCING THE DEMAND FOR WHALE AND DOLPHIN MEAT IN JAPAN __________________________________________________________________________ 2,500 Japanese supermarket and convenience stores to stop selling whale, dolphin...read more. (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
RBC Capital analyst Mike Abramsky published a research note today regarding a meeting with several Apple executives, including Chief Financial Officer Peter Oppenheimer, iTunes VP Eddy Cue, and Mac Marketing VP David Moody, covering a number of topic... (Read More)
Now Public Citizen Journalism:
Bill Sakovich's Ampontan blog had an entry about a new Japanese word "Obamu", named after President Obama. It's being used as a verb that basically means to push ahead with your convictions even though it appears likely that you will probably fail.Here is a definition...read more. (Read More)
Mac Rumors:
Apple today announced the launch of Apple TV 3.0 software, offering a redesigned user interface and compatibility with Apple's iTunes LPs and iTunes Extras, as well as Genius Mixes and Internet radio."The new software for Apple TV fe... (Read More)
Now Public Citizen Journalism:
Chuck Biscuits, the drummer for Danzig, Black Flag, Social Distortion, Circle Jerks, and DOA, has died at age 44 of throat cancer. Chuck Biscuits, born Charles Montgomery, also performed with acts such as Run DMC and the Subhumans, and was shortlisted to be part of Nirvana...read more. (Read More)
Now Public Citizen Journalism:
Chuck Biscuits, the drummer for Danzig, Black Flag, Social Distortion, Circle Jerks, and DOA, has reportedly died at age 44 of throat cancer. However, James Greene, whose blog which originally bore Chuck Biscuits'...read more. (Read More)