Apple on Tuesday released Snow Leopard Graphics Update 1.0, a “stability and performance fix” for a few key applications running on Macs with NVIDIA graphics cards. It addresses frame rate issues in Portal and team Fortress 2 on newer Macs with Nvidia cards. It also resolves a problem that could cause Aperture 3 or StarCraft II to become unresponsive or unexpectedly quit.
In informal tests, antenna consultant Spencer Webb said that he couldn’t trace Apple’s so-called “death grip” iPhone 4 antenna issues to a dropped call.
In a blog post released late Friday, Webb said that he had performed a “quick test” with a friend’s iPhone 4, held with a “death grip”. Although the signal meter dropped, the phone didn’t drop the call.
Webb added, however, that in an area of marginal coverage the call could have dropped. Read the full story from Mark Hachman on PCWorld >>
Apple said it sold one million iPads as of Friday, just 28 days after the touch-screen tablet computers went on sale in the U.S. Demand is such that consumers looking to purchase one of the devices face wait times of up to a week or more.
According to TechCrunch:
“Alas, Cupertino has now rejected the app for “contradicting the iPad’s user experience”, whatever that means (I guess Apple doesn’t want even a hint of multi-tasking on the iPad until they decide to add support for it). Hong has swiftly made the code for the app open source on GitHub, enabling other developers to compile it for themselves and/or their social circle.”
I just don’t get Apple. They’re completing doing with the iPad what they did with their OS and hardware in the 80′s with Microsoft.. I don’t get it.. Thank Goodness we have Android. Only time until someone releases an Android Pad.
Dashboard on iPad from Rich Hong on Vimeo.
Here’s the iPad: Frequently Asked Questions for Replacement Batteries…..
What is iPad Battery Replacement Service?
If your iPad requires service due to the battery’s diminished ability to hold an electrical charge, Apple will replace your iPad for a service fee.
Note: Your iPad is not eligible for Battery Replacement Service if the product has been damaged, for example, as result of an accident, liquid contact, disassembly, unauthorized service or unauthorized modifications, or if the product is not operating correctly as a result of a component failure. Please review Apple’s Repair Terms and Conditions for further details.
How much does it cost?
The service costs $99, plus $6.95 shipping. The total cost is $105.95 per unit.
All fees are in U.S. dollars and are subject to local tax.
How do I arrange iPad Battery Replacement Service?
Battery replacement service may be arranged via your local Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, or you can contact Apple Technical Support. Please do not send any accessories with your iPad.
Will the data on my iPad be preserved?
No. You will receive a replacement iPad that will not contain any of your personal data. Before you submit your iPad for service, it is important to sync your iPad with iTunes to back up your contacts, calendars, email account settings, bookmarks, apps, etc. Apple is not responsible for the loss of information when servicing your iPad.
How long will it take to receive my replacement iPad?
If you arrange service by calling Apple Technical Support, you can expect service to be completed within approximately one week from the time you send your iPad to Apple.
Wow, Congratulations to Louie Sulcer of Woodstock, Georgia! The 10 billionth song, “Guess Things Happen That Way” by Johnny Cash, was downloaded by Louie Sulcer of Woodstock, Georgia. As the grand prize winner of Apple’s 10 Billion Songs Countdown contest, Louie will receive a $10,000 iTunes Gift Card.
Congrats Louie!
Wow! What a review of the iPad – throw down!
So this is really cool! Seems like Quake and some other really cool games are coming to the iPhone soon! Check out the quote from id founder John Carmack!
id Software co-founder John Carmack has announced that the company will be bringing three Quake titles to the iPhone. Carmack adds that he may not be heavily involved in the projects, which should be mostly handled by other developers. In addition to the Quake offerings, id is also said to be contemplating an iPhone version of its next PC game, Rage. Wolfenstein RPG, Doom 2 RPG and Doom Classic are also slated as iPhone titles.
We wanted to let everyone know about a very cool app for the iPhone – Now News!
Now News is a custom web browser for the iPhone that gives you one touch access to the hottest news sites! Now you can always be up-to-date with the latest news even when you’re on the go.
Features Include:
-One tap access to sites
-Customizable default news page (choose from ANY news site)
-Loading indicator
-Back, forward, refresh, and stop buttons
-Access to videos, podcasts, and much more
-Five news sites: Fox News, CNN, CBS, CSNBC, and Yahoo News ALL of which have been professionally formatted for easy viewing on the iPhone.
Also, when you click on the website that you want, you can quickly browse through categories with the built in navigation controller at the bottom.
Future versions will include more sites, landscape reading, faster browsing, the ability to choose your sites, and a shake to hide the menu bar feature!
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