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PwnageTool 4.3.2 Download Released

Apr 24, 2011 - 4 Comments
PwnageTool 4.3.2

PwnageTool 4.3.2 has been released, the app lets you jailbreak iOS 4.3.2 untethered using custom built firmware, custom firwmare is necessary for users with preserved baseband and unlockers who use ultrasn0w. Speaking of ultrasn0w, if you are going to use the new PwnageTool, be sure to get ultrasn0w 1.2.2 as well since it is updated … Read More

Connect to Any Server from Any App via the Dock Quickly in Mac OS X

Apr 23, 2011 - 4 Comments

The most common way to access a network share is through the Finder, using the Connect to Server function. But there’s a faster way for quick server connection access: you can summon the Mac OS X server connection window from any app by right-clicking on the Finder icon in the Dock and selecting “Connect to … Read More

Mac Setups: Ultraportable Workstation with iPad & MacBook Air

Apr 23, 2011 - 6 Comments
Apple Ultraportables

Everyone loves the iPad and everyone loves the MacBook Air 11.6″, making this a perfect Mac setup for the ultraportable road warrior. Another impressive fact; these two devices have a combined weight that is still less than the MacBook Pro 13″ model, if that’s not impressive I don’t know what is. You could take this … Read More

Mac Retina Display Resolution Possibilities

Apr 22, 2011 - 7 Comments
Mac retina display resolutions

If Macs get a retina display, what would the resolutions be? 3200×2000 like the default Lion wallpaper suggests? There is no definitive answer, but the above chart shows what may be the best guesses yet. The resolutions are based on a simple idea from a great post on The Elaborated (via DaringFireball), double the existing … Read More

Monitor Mac OS X Filesystem Usage & Access with opensnoop

Apr 22, 2011 - 11 Comments
Monitor Mac OS X Filesystem Use and Access

The opensnoop utility is an amazing tool for tracking down specifics like what files specific applications are accessing, but you can also use opensnoop to monitor all filesystem access in Mac OS X. To do this, run the utility with no flags attached: sudo opensnoop You’ll be asked for your root password, and then you’ll … Read More

Sync Google Calendar with iCal

Apr 22, 2011 - 9 Comments
sync Google Calendar to iCal

I use Google Calendar for a myriad of reasons but since it picks up dates easily from Gmail it’s especially useful for me. Yet, somehow I never thought to sync it with iCal. If you use Google Calendar, why not sync it to your Mac? Setting this up is very simple: Launch iCal Open iCal … Read More

Profile of Mac vs PC Users [Infographic]

Apr 21, 2011 - 34 Comments
Mac vs PC users profiled

Ever wonder what self-described Mac vs PC users identify with? Demographics, favorite TV shows, personality traits, fashion and style, political leanings, even wines, this infographic has it all, provided by users themselves. It might reinforce a few traditional Mac vs PC stereotypes, but it’s fun to read and interesting to look at, check it out … Read More

Paranoid about iPhone & iPad Location Tracking? Encrypt your iOS Backups

Apr 21, 2011 - 4 Comments
Encrypt iOS Backups and Prevent Movement Tracking

This whole iPhone location tracker thing is getting a crazy amount of attention, and everyone seems surprised that a mobile device with a gazillion apps that ask for your location actually keeps track of your location. But, if you don’t want your location tracked, all you have to do is encrypt your iPhone & iOS … Read More

Final Fantasy 3 for iPad is Out Now

Apr 21, 2011 - 1 Comment

If you’re an iPad owner who is a fan of RPG’s and retro Square games, kiss your weekend goodbye: Final Fantasy 3 for iPad has just been released. The iPad version comes a month or so after the same title was released for iPhone, and can be downloaded now on the iOS App Store. Final … Read More

iPhone 5 to be GSM / CDMA hybrid world phone

Apr 21, 2011 - 1 Comment

Just when you thought you had enough iPhone 5 rumors for the week… the next iPhone may be a world phone capable of roaming between GSM and CDMA networks, according to Verizon CFO Fran Shammo. This revelation came during a conference call to discuss Verizons Q1 2011 earnings, when asked about some mildly sluggish growth, … Read More

Instant Word Completion in Mac OS X with F5

Apr 21, 2011 - 1 Comment

In many Mac OS X apps, you can activate a little-known word completion feature by using a simple keystroke. This is incredibly helpful for word recall and for diversifying the vocabulary while typing, and has so many uses. It’s quite powerful and easy to use.

iPad 2 Shipping Time Now 1-2 Weeks

Apr 20, 2011 - 2 Comments
iPad 2 shipping times down to 1-2 weeks

If you’re still waiting around to find an iPad 2 in stock, you might want to consider ordering online through the Apple Store. Online shipping estimates for iPad 2 have now dropped down to 1-2 weeks for all models, including both colors and all sizes in Wi-Fi only, 3G, and CDMA. This is a significant … Read More

Track iPhone Location & Movement on a Map with iPhoneTracker

Apr 20, 2011 - 16 Comments
iPhone movement and location mapping and tracker

Want to see where an iPhone has been? How about a detailed map of an iPhones movements, tracking hotspots of where it is physically located most often? Check out iPhoneTracker, a free app that does exactly that. iPhoneTracker works by parsing through locally stored iPhone backup files and placing stored location data on a map. … Read More

Follow System & Kernel Logs from Command Line in Mac OS X

Apr 20, 2011 - 1 Comment
Mac OS X Console Logs from Command Line

If you’re troubleshooting some of the more difficult problems that you can have on a Mac, a good place to look are the System & Kernel Logs contained within Console app. But you can access the same OS X logs from the Terminal too.

How to Increase the Size of the Mac Cursor

Apr 20, 2011 - 8 Comments
mac cursor size

Increasing the size of the Mac mouse and trackpad pointer is an important ability for those with visual impairments, but it’s also a great way to make a Mac more friendly for newcomers to computers in general, like kids and grandparents. This tutorial will detail how to increase the size of the cursor on a … Read More

iPhone 5 Shipping Date in September, According to Reuters

Apr 19, 2011 - 5 Comments
iPhone 5 shipping date September 2011

Apple’s next generation iPhone, presumably iPhone 5, will start shipping in September of this year, according to Reuters. No other information was provided, only that the new iPhone will begin production in July for a release some time in September. Here is the tweet that Reuters sent out: FLASH: Apple suppliers to start production of … Read More

iOS 5 with Expose-like Multitasking? White iPhone 64GB Model?

Apr 19, 2011 - 5 Comments
new iOS multitasking Expose

A couple videos (shown below) have surfaced from Vietnam that show off what appears to be a prototype iPhone 4 using a fancy Expose-like multitasking feature in an unreleased build of iOS. Here’s what’s worth noting from the videos: Expose-like multitasking feature looks great It’s a White iPhone 4 (these are due for release any … Read More

Portal 2 for Mac is Out Now!

Apr 19, 2011 - 9 Comments
Portal 2 for Mac

Portal 2 for Mac is out, the game is a unique puzzle-shooter blend that is unlike nearly any other game on the market. The game includes single player and a new multiplayer cooperative mode that requires two players to work together in unique ways. Valve describes Portal 2 as follows: Portal 2 draws from the … Read More

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