Apple has released a minor firmware update for the second-generation Apple TV, v4.2.2. The patch is concerned exclusively with bugfixes and performance improvements. In the latter category, for instance, audio output can now be set to 16-bit, which enables compatibility with more TVs and AV receivers. Performance should be smoother when rewinding or fast-forwarding live […]
Apple is planning to move its Bellevue Square store in Washington to another space within the same mall, says ifoAppleStore. The current location is on the ground floor, and launched in 2003 with about 4,600 square feet. The new shop will reportedly take up twice the area of the old one, a feat accomplished by […]
The US Senate hearing on Wednesday tripped up AT&T in its attempts to defend its proposed buyout of T-Mobile. When asked by Senator Al Franken if AT&T chief Randall Stephenson thought the iPhone exclusive could have gone to a regional carrier over AT&T, the CEO admitted that it was “not as likely” that Apple would […]
Google promised a major impact on technology at its initial Google I/O keynote with a new effort known as Android@Home. In tandem with Android Open Accessory, the push would encourage developing lighting, audio systems, refrigerators, and other appliances that talk wirelessly to phones and tablets. Users could control the whole home knowing that any Android […]
As part of the many launches at Google I/O day one, Google formally launched its first real steps into cloud media delivery. Music Beta lets users upload as many as 20,000 songs in their personal music collections that they can then stream from either a modern web browser or an Android phone or tablet. Offline […]
Third Rail has launched the Third Rail System, a combination of accessories for the iPhone 4. At its core is the Slim Case, which fits on any model of the iPhone 4. A slot on the back allows the connection of a 1,250mAh lithium-ion “Smart Battery,” which can be removed as needed for charging, or […]
Audi has introduced a smartphone utility that allows users to connect with roadside assistance services through their iPhone, Android-based device or BlackBerry. The app connects to Audi and the company’s roadside assistance provider, Allstate Roadside Services. If a user runs into trouble on the road, the app sends vehicle information and GPS coordinates to dispatch […]
Intel on Wednesday morning expanded the availability of its Z68 chipset beyond the new iMac. The Z68 Express in its general form is aimed at performance users with overclocking support for the processor, memory, and graphics. Boards using Z68 also now support Smart Response, a RAID-like technique that uses both an SSD and a rotating […]
Working with German developer Graebert GmbH, Corel is now offering a new, cross-platform CAD program for technical designers, professional architects, engineers, construction firms and general manufacturing businesses called CorelCAD. The software features native DWG file support, 2D and 3D workflows, dockable toolbars, DXF and DWF compatibility, various export formats, a highly-customizable interface and custome workspace […]
OCZ has announced two new series of SATA III 2.5-inch solid state drives targeting price and value conscious customers. The Agility 3 comes in three models from 60GB to 240GB. The Solid 3 is available in 60GB or 120GB versions. Both series incorporate SandForce’s SF-2200 SSD processor to drive up the speed. The Agility 3 […]
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