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Apple seeds eighth OS X 10.8.4 beta to developers

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 23:30:00 +0000

A little over a week since the last beta, Apple is seeding a new build of OS X 10.8.4 to developers. The release is listed as 12E55, and has no known issues. People are asked to concentrate testing on Safari, Wi-Fi, graphics, and Windows filesharing….

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Personal finance software CheckBook gains new syncing feature

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 20:04:00 +0000

Splasm Software updated both the Standard and Pro versions of its personal finance management software, CheckBook. New to this latest release is support for syncing and merging data with users on other Macs. Anyone who purchases the software from the Mac App Store will be able to synchronize data directly to iCloud, while all other users can sync data across a local network. Also new to this release is full support for Retina displays, improved performance, and compatibility with Apple’s sandboxing requirements….

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Best Buy to start month-long $50 discount on iPhones on Sunday

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:57:00 +0000

The US branch of Best Buy is planning to launch a $50 discount on iPhones starting on Sunday, says AllThingsD. The sale should last for four weeks, and cover the iPhone 4, 4S, and 5. All phones must, however, be tied to a new two-year contract with AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint, ruling out carriers like T-Mobile….

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Rain continues to cause problems at Fifth Avenue Apple Store

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:30:00 +0000

Rain is again seeping into the underground store of Apple’s iconic Fifth Avenue NYC store, disrupting operations as staff move electronics out of harm’s way and move receptacles to catch leaking water coming into the store. Recent heavy rains early in May damaged the store, flooding the below-ground level after a slow leak turned into a full-fledged pouring incursion. The problem is thought to be a drainage issue….

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Best Buy to offer $50 off all iPhone 5 & 4S models starting Sunday

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:11:00 +0000

Starting this Sunday, electronics retailer Best Buy will be offering $50 off the purchase of any new iPhone model with a service contract, marking a rare discount opportunity for Apple’s smartphone lineup.

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Rains once more cause damage at Apple’s Fifth Avenue NY store

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:31:52 +0000

Weather woes continue at Apple’s flagship Fifth Avenue store in New York City, as rain is once again seeping into the retail location, and now Apple’s SoHo location is said to have been suffering from the same problem.

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US FDA begins investigating smartphone medical apps

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:30:00 +0000

The US Food and Drug administration has begun investigating an iOS medical app available on the App Store to find out why it wasn’t pre-approved by the agency and has begun the process of setting up guidelines for apps that make health- and medical-related claims. Currently, the agency only closely regulates some specific apps tied to medical hardware that would have dire consequences if they didn’t work as advertised….

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Briefly: Upcoming Moshi Codex case update, Akvis Retoucher update

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:29:00 +0000

Moshi has announced that it will be releasing a second generation of its Codex MacBook cases later this summer. Designed in variants for the MacBook Air and Retina MacBook Pro, the updated Codex case features a new binding for added durability and is now fully approved by the TSA. Other features include full access to all ports, a water-resistant coating, and soft interiors for protection from shocks and scratches. Codex will be available in both Steel Black and Brushed Titanium for the 13-inch MacBook Air and 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro for $75. It will be available in Steel Black for the 11-i…

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Briefly: Logitech Wired iPad Keyboard announced, GPGMail on OS X 10.6

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:30:00 +0000

Logitech has announced a new iPad keyboard designed specifically for classroom use. Featuring a spill-resistant design and full sized keys, the Wired Keyboard for iPad requires users to simply plug in either the Lighting or 30-pin connector to begin typing. In addition to the standard QWERTY keys, the keyboard also offers several shortcuts for quick access to function such as copy and paste, Siri, and app switching. The Logitech Wired Keyboard for iPad with the Lightning Connector is expected to be available in the US in August 2013, while the 30-pin model is planned to launch in October 2013….

Haswell chips could bring 50% more battery life to Apple’s next-gen MacBooks

admin — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:36:00 +0000

The next generation in Apple’s MacBook line could see 50 percent greater battery life thanks to the processors expected to go into them, according to Intel.