How to Turn Bluetooth On or Off with the iPhone or iPad

Nov 8, 2010 - 8 Comments

Bluetooth is great since it allows for anyone to wirelessly sync hardware together. It’s typically turned off by default in iOS, so you’ll want to turn it on first if you intend to use the Bluetooth connectivity options. On the other hand, if you don’t use bluetooth on your iPhone or iPad there’s little reason … Read More

Greenpois0n Source Code Made Available

Nov 8, 2010 - Leave a Comment

If you’re interested in iOS development or hacking, you should find this of particular interest. Key parts of the Greenpois0n jailbreak have been made open source under the GNU Public License by the iPhone Dev Team. This means that anyone can download, view, and modify the source code on their own. The released code is … Read More

iOS 4.2 Release Date: November 22

Nov 8, 2010 - 10 Comments

Update: The update has been released, get the iOS 4.2 download now. Late last week we heard that the public release of iOS 4.2 was waiting on enough third party applications to be accepted into the App Store, this was to insure that users have immediate access to apps that take advantage of new features … Read More

Mac Setups: iMac with a view

Nov 6, 2010 - 9 Comments

This iMac sits at a desk overlooking a pretty amazing view of what must be the San Francisco Bay. With all that sunlight pouring in you might need to use sunglasses just sitting at the desk! I think this easily takes the prize for ‘best view’ in our Mac Setups, with the telecommuting MacBook Pro … Read More

8GB RAM Upgrade for MacBook Pro, MacBook, Mini, iMac for $119

Nov 5, 2010 - 10 Comments

Installing more RAM in your Mac is one of the best ways to boost system performance. What’s better than just a RAM upgrade? A great deal on a RAM upgrade! For a limited time, Buy.com has an 8GB memory upgrade for only $119.95 including free shipping, this is the cheapest price I’ve seen on an … Read More

Apple’s Dead Pixel & Stuck Pixel Policy

Nov 4, 2010 - 7 Comments

Wondering what to do about a dead pixel or stuck pixel on an Apple device? Apple’s internal policy on dead and stuck pixels has been revealed. Titled “Acceptable numbers of pixel anomalies”, the internal document explains Apple’s policy on what they call pixel anomalies and how they handle repairs or replacements.

Transparent Laptop Screens

Nov 2, 2010 - 3 Comments

The transparent computer screen effect is always cool, and this stack of 5 transparent laptops is no exception. There’s an iBook (this is pre-iBookstore), a couple PC’s, and even an old school PowerBook in there. OK so they’re not actually transparent, they’re just carefully shot digital pictures that are opened on each individual laptop to … Read More

RedSn0w 0.9.6b2 Download Available Now

Nov 1, 2010 - 5 Comments

The iPhone Dev Team has released RedSn0w 0.9.6 in it’s second beta form for both Windows and Mac platforms. There are two main reasons you’d want to use redsn0w. The first is for Windows users, since redsn0w allows you to use custom IPSW files. The second reason is that redsn0w allows you to use custom … Read More

MacBook Air 2010 11″ and 13″ Battery Life Better Than Advertised

Oct 30, 2010 - 18 Comments

If you’re a writer, student, or blogger, the new MacBook Air might be your portable dream machine. For low CPU intensive tasks, the lightweight notebook boasts a battery life that is significantly better than the advertised time of 5 to 7 hours. AnandTech did some extensive reviews of the new MacBook Air and found the … Read More

Creepy iPad Wallpaper

Oct 30, 2010 - 3 Comments

In the Halloween spirit, here’s a really creepy iPad wallpaper of a hand appearing behind foggy glass. Click on the image for a full size 1024×1024 version (hosted at imgur). For whatever reason this picture reminds me of The Ring, ahh!

Mac Setups: Oreo MacBook

Oct 30, 2010 - 5 Comments

Here’s a cool MacBook mod, a user attached a black MacBook bezel on his white MacBook, creating an Oreo MacBook. I have a white MacBook and always imagined doing this and swapping in a black keyboard too after seeing the MacBook Pro come out with their black bezels and keys. Definitely a great mod and … Read More

Buy Microsoft Office 2011 for Mac at 14% Discount with free shipping

Oct 29, 2010 - 3 Comments

Microsoft Office 2011 for Mac has been rated as the best version of Office to ever come to the Mac platform. If you need the powerful office suite, there’s no better place to buy than through Amazon, thanks to their generous discounts and free shipping. Buy Office 2011 for Mac at a Discount There are … Read More

Buy Parallels 6 for $14!

Oct 28, 2010 - 7 Comments

Do you want to buy Parallels 6 for $13.99, including free shipping? This looks like a one day only deal, but what a deal it is. How to score Parallels 6 for $14 $17.99 Update: Parallels 5 for Mac on Amazon is now $17.99 after rebate. This is still a great deal because it is … Read More

iTunes Fullscreen Mode: How to Enter & Use Full Screen iTunes

Oct 27, 2010 - 4 Comments

If your computer doubles as your stereo, you’re not alone. Anytime I just have iTunes playing music, I like to put iTunes into fullscreen mode.

iPad Setup: iPad for Couch Potatoes

Oct 27, 2010 - 1 Comment

How about a custom floating iPad stand that sits in front of your face while you’re lounging around in a lazyboy? Hmm, as if the iPad needed any help in being couch potato friendly, this comes along. I’m sort of speechless. More goofy pictures:

Why Flash is not shipping with new Macs

Oct 25, 2010 - 17 Comments

Were you surprised when Apple decided to stop shipping Flash pre-installed with Mac OS X? I wasn’t. I posted the above screenshot last year after I experienced the most epic Flash disaster my Mac had ever encountered. We know Steve Jobs hates Flash, and, well, Flash on Mac OS X is generally pretty awful. But … Read More

iPad Setups: Simple iPad and Keyboard Workstation

Oct 23, 2010 - 1 Comment

This is not quite a Mac setup, but it’s close enough given the product lines. Hey, it’s an Apple setup, right?

Buy iLife ’11 at an 8% Discount

Oct 22, 2010 - 3 Comments

iLife ’11 has just been released, including the all new iPhoto, iMovie, and Garageband. The exciting new version comes bundled with all new Macs, but if you already own a Mac you can grab the newest version at a discount thanks to the wonders of online shopping. If you buy iLife 11 from Amazon you … Read More

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