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Mac OS X 10.7.3 bugs being tracked, workarounds/fixes d... Feb 03 2012 13:58:25	OGradys PowerPage
Mac OS X 10.7.3 bugs being tracked, workarounds/fixes discovered Mac OS X 10.7.3 is here. Now it’s time to sort out the bugs. Per 9to5Mac, a number of users are reportedly suffering from an odd application crash bug. Affected people will see apps crash often, with the unusual twist of error messages that feature the word “CUI” stamped over them. A source claims that [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple cites misdirected iMessages as result of incorrec... Feb 03 2012 13:48:01	OGradys PowerPage
Apple cites misdirected iMessages as result of incorrect configuration, not iOS 5 bug If iOS 5′s iMessages app is giving you fits, Tim Cook is here to tell you why. Per The Loop, reports of iOS 5 iMessages being sent to the wrong recipient are the result of a misconfigured phone, not an issue with the operating system or Apple’s cloud services, the company indicated. The report notes [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Skype updated to version 5.5.0.2340 Feb 03 2012 13:38:56	OGradys PowerPage
Skype updated to version 5.5.0.2340 Late Thursday, version 5.5.0.2340 of the Skype VoIP application was released as a public beta). The new version, a 23.2 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes: - Improved video call stability and improvements to the calling interface. Skype 5.5.0.2340 is available for free and requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later to install [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Rumor: Apple to hold “Strange” special event in February Feb 02 2012 13:46:59	OGradys PowerPage
Rumor: Apple to hold “Strange” special event in February It’s the rumors that make tech interesting. Per Macotakara, a rumor is circulating that Apple will hold a “Strange” event in February and a Special Event to launch the third-generation iPad in early March. Staff writer Danbo has now corrected the original claim as only telling a “half-side of truth.” According to him, Apple will [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases Security Update 2012-001 for Snow Leopar... Feb 02 2012 13:33:53	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases Security Update 2012-001 for Snow Leopard, Snow Leopard Server operating systems With Mac OS X 10.7.3 going live yesterday, one has to wonder what changed for Mac OS X 10.6.x (Snow Leopard) users? Not that much. Per AppleInsider, Apple’s legacy Snow Leopard and Snow Leopard Server operating systems saw only minor security patches, though it is recommended that users install the latest software. The Snow Leopard [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.7.3 update Feb 02 2012 13:23:10	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.7.3 update You’v been wanting it for a while and now it’s here. Late Wednesday night, Apple released its Mac OS X 10.7.3 update. The update, a 997 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes: - Add Catalan, Croatian, Greek, Hebrew, Romanian, Slovak, Thai, and Ukrainian language support. - Address issues when using smart cards to [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
iPhone jailbreaking could be ruled as “fair use” in U.S... Feb 01 2012 13:04:30	OGradys PowerPage
iPhone jailbreaking could be ruled as “fair use” in U.S., government invites public comments until February 10th (updated) You can’t argue with effective lobbying. Per Macworld UK, the United States government, at the request of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, has announced an inquiry that could lead to a blanket exemption to the controversial Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DCMA) for activities that all under the Fair Use doctrine of U.S. copyright law. As such, [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Mozilla releases Firefox 10.0 update Jan 31 2012 23:55:18	OGradys PowerPage
Mozilla releases Firefox 10.0 update On Tuesday, Mozilla.org released version 10.0 of its Firefox web browser. The new version stands as a 31.8 megabyte download and adds the following fixes and changes: - New: The forward button is now hidden until you navigate back. - New: Most add-ons are now compatible with new versions of Firefox by default. - New: [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Cocktail 5.1.2 (Lion Edition) released Jan 31 2012 16:23:18	OGradys PowerPage
Cocktail 5.1.2 (Lion Edition) released On Thursday, shareware developer Maintain released version 5.1.2 of CocktailCocktail (Lion Edition), the popular shareware utility program that allows for additional Mac OS X system tests. The new version, a 2.9 megabyte download, adds the following fixes and features: - Addresses an issue in which Pilot scheduler could not be enabled. - Error -105 (Path [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple to combat scalpers in Hong Kong with lottery syst... Jan 31 2012 13:14:23	OGradys PowerPage
Apple to combat scalpers in Hong Kong with lottery system for iPhone 4S release It never hurts to think ahead. Per 9to5Mac, Apple is looking to combat reservation scalpers through a new lottery system for its iPhone 4S Hong Kong release. The company has set up a new web page on its site for reserving an iPhone in Hong Kong. The page requires the customer to enter a government [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases AirPort Utility 6.0, AirPort Base Statio... Jan 31 2012 12:54:25	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases AirPort Utility 6.0, AirPort Base Station and Time Capsule Firmware Update 7.6.1 You can’t knock a networking update. Late Monday, Apple released AirPort Utility 6.0 and its AirPort Base Station and Time Capsule 7.6.1 firmware updates. The updates, which are available for all 802.11n AirPort Express, 802.11n AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule models, fix an issue with wireless performance and provides support for remote access to an [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Studio Neat releases Glif+, adds tripod mount for your ... Jan 30 2012 13:12:12	OGradys PowerPage
Studio Neat releases Glif+, adds tripod mount for your DSLR camera, iPhone Ok, this falls into the category of “both neat and useful”. Per the cool cats at Mac|Life, Studio Neat has released the Glif+, a deluxe trifecta of contraptions that keep your iPhone securely mounted to a tripod. The pack contains the original Glif, the Serif, and the Ligature. You can use the kit with a [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Leaked memo points towards T-Mobile officially supporti... Jan 30 2012 12:54:55	OGradys PowerPage
Leaked memo points towards T-Mobile officially supporting unlocked iPhones Give it time and things will change. Per TmoNews, despite not being able to sell the iPhone, a reportedly leaked employee memo reveals that T-Mobile will begin to offer official support for subscribers using unlocked versions of Apple’s popular handset on its network. The memo notifies current T-Mobile employees that starting Jan. 30, it will [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
OWC releases 480GB Aura Pro Express SSD for MacBook Air Jan 27 2012 21:38:51	OGradys PowerPage
OWC releases 480GB Aura Pro Express SSD for MacBook Air The good news: You can now snag up to a 480GB solid-state drive for your MacBook Air. The bad part: It ain’t cheap. Per Electronista, Other World Computing has released a 480GB version of its Mercury Aura Pro Express. The new solid-state drive doubles the storage of its SATA3-based, 6Gbps model line. As with other [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Google Earth updated to 6.2.0.5905 Jan 27 2012 21:19:11	OGradys PowerPage
Google Earth updated to 6.2.0.5905 On Monday, software giant Google released version 6.2.0.5905 of its popular Google Earth program. The new version, a 34 megabyte download, adds the following fixes and changes: - Seamless imagery of geographic landscapes. - Improved search results and suggestions. - Biking and transit directions. - Screenshot sharing via Google+. Google Earth 6.2.0.5905 requires an Intel-based [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
EFF looking to keep jailbreaking iOS devices legal in U.S. Jan 27 2012 21:14:04	OGradys PowerPage
EFF looking to keep jailbreaking iOS devices legal in U.S. Since it’s now kind of, sort of legal to jailbreak your iOS device, the Electronic Frontier Foundation aims to keep it that way. Per AppleInsider, an exemption from the Digital Millennium Copyright Act that has made iPhone “jailbreaking” legal is set to expire, and a digital rights advocacy group hopes the U.S. government will renew [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apparent announces Doxie Go scanner with wireless scann... Jan 27 2012 15:07:23	OGradys PowerPage
Apparent announces Doxie Go scanner with wireless scanning features This could prove useful. Per The Unofficial Apple Weblog, accessory maker Apparent has announced a new model of its popular Doxie Go scanner with Wi-Fi support. The tiny appliance can be charged up, slipped into a bag and carried around for on-the-go scanning of documents, receipts or other slip of paper you want to digitize [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Anthro Cart allows up to 40 iPads/Android tablets to be... Jan 27 2012 12:48:34	OGradys PowerPage
Anthro Cart allows up to 40 iPads/Android tablets to be charged at once Ok, so you probably don’t have 40 iPads (or iOS devices in general) just laying around your house waiting to be charged. Still, if you have a business or school that does, the Anthro Charging Cart & Cabinet for Tablets is a storage cabinet on wheels that can store and recharge up to 40 iPads [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Western Digital debuts My Book Thunderbolt Duo drive at... Jan 26 2012 16:33:50	OGradys PowerPage
Western Digital debuts My Book Thunderbolt Duo drive at Macworld/iWorld Expo Ok, the Thunderbolt peripherals have sort of trickled out the gate as opposed to a mighty torrent. This may be changing as hard drive and accessory maker Western Digital introduced its first Thunderbolt-equipped drive at Macworld|iWorld on Thursday. Per Electronista, the My Book Thunderbolt Duo uses the fast 10Gbps port to feed two 3.5-inch hard [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple universal remote patent points towards upcoming t... Jan 26 2012 13:42:26	OGradys PowerPage
Apple universal remote patent points towards upcoming television set It’s the patent applications that provide the niftiest hints. Per Free Patents Online, Apple has shown interest in building a new, simplified remote control that would automatically control a variety of devices while reducing setup and frustration for the user. The concept was revealed this week in a new patent application entitled “Apparatus and Method [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple Volume Purchase Program allows businesses to buy ... Jan 26 2012 13:29:58	OGradys PowerPage
Apple Volume Purchase Program allows businesses to buy iOS apps in bulk Sometimes a business just needs certain App Store apps. Per Macworld, Apple quietly unveiled a Volume Purchase for Business program (also known as VPP) last summer: Essentially, it’s an App Store specifically for businesses, where they can purchase iOS apps in bulk. It allows developers to custom-tailor software for specific businesses; it also gives Apple [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Delicious Library updated to 2.7.6 Jan 25 2012 19:54:26	OGradys PowerPage
Delicious Library updated to 2.7.6 On Wednesday, software company Delicious Monster released version 2.7.6 of the shareware favorite, Delicious Library. Delicious Monster allows Macs with webcams to scan the bar codes of any book, movie, music CD or video game, then creates an archive based on background information from the Internet. Additional features help keep the library organized and reseller’s [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases firmware updates for early, mid-2010 Mac... Jan 25 2012 17:54:58	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases firmware updates for early, mid-2010 MacBook Pro notebooks It’s the firmware updates that make all the difference. On Wednesday, Apple released MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 2.5. The update, a 4.1 megabyte download, enables Lion Recovery from an Internet connection, early-2010 MacBook Pro models. The company also released MacBook EFI Firmware Update 2.1. The update a 3.1 megabyte download, enables Lion Recovery from [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Shareware solutions available to help resolve iCloud sy... Jan 25 2012 17:07:10	OGradys PowerPage
Shareware solutions available to help resolve iCloud syncing bug There are various quotes about labor pains. And they tend to be pretty darn valid. Over on the New Jersey end of things, PowerPage head honcho has noticed something you may have seen with your iOS device: despite being hooked into the iCloud, normal bookmarks are having literally thousands of duplicates appear in the Bookmarks [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
How-To: Run Adobe Flash Player Content on an Adobe-Free... Jan 25 2012 16:49:00	OGradys PowerPage
How-To: Run Adobe Flash Player Content on an Adobe-Free Mac You either love or hate Adobe Flash Player. It’s there, it’s useful, but it can also act like a screaming, colicky infant and be more trouble than it’s worth. Albeit it DOES allow you to watch hilarious cat videos on YouTube, so who are you to argue? Even so, for those who ever wondered how [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple release Mac OS X 10.7.3 build 11D50 to developers... Jan 25 2012 13:18:44	OGradys PowerPage
Apple release Mac OS X 10.7.3 build 11D50 to developers with no known issues If you’re hankering for the Mac OS X 10.7.3 update, you probably won’t have much longer to wait. Per MacNN, a week after the last release, Apple has again posted build 11D50 of the upcoming Mac OS X 10.7.3 for developers. The new version lists no known issues and again asks testers to focus on [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple reports $46.33 billion in sales, $13.06 billion p... Jan 25 2012 00:40:37	OGradys PowerPage
Apple reports $46.33 billion in sales, $13.06 billion profit for Q1 2012 You just can’t ignore a US$13.06 billion profit. Per Macworld, Apple on Tuesday reported that it tallied US$46.33 billion in sales and US$13.06 billion in profit for the fiscal first quarter ended Dec. 31. Both the revenue and profit figures were quarterly records for Apple and blew away the numbers recorded in the year-ago quarter. [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Twitter acquires security firm Dasient Jan 24 2012 19:59:48	OGradys PowerPage
Twitter acquires security firm Dasient It never hurts to be a bit more secure. Per Macworld, Twitter has announced that the company acquired Internet security firm Dasient. Dasient, which describes itself as a cloud-based Web antimalware technology company, introduced in 2010 a service to protect advertisement networks and publishers from malicious ads. The company announced the acquisition via its blog [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
AT&T looks to transfer $1 billion of wireless spectrum ... Jan 24 2012 14:28:35	OGradys PowerPage
AT&T looks to transfer $1 billion of wireless spectrum to T-Mobile If you’ve got a spare billion dollars of wireless spectrum just laying about, why WOULDN’T you transfer it to the wireless carrier that you’d made a bid to purchase? Per the Wall Street Journal, AT&T has filed for FCC approval to transfer wireless spectrum worth US$1 billion to T-Mobile as a result of the failure [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Google Chrome updated to 16.0.912.77 Jan 24 2012 14:15:39	OGradys PowerPage
Google Chrome updated to 16.0.912.77 Google Chrome, Google’s new web browser, just reached version 16.0.912.77 for the Mac. The new version, a 34.9 megabyte download, offers the following change: - Bug fixes. Google Chrome 16.0.912.77 requires an Intel-based Mac running Mac OS X 10.5 or later to install and run. Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
How-To: Troubleshoot keyboard backlighting on a MacBook... Jan 23 2012 16:49:07	OGradys PowerPage
How-To: Troubleshoot keyboard backlighting on a MacBook Pro You like your MacBook Pro. And if you paid extra for it, you’re probably pretty fond of your MacBook Pro’s backlit keyboard. So when it goes south/doesn’t light up, there’s some room for consternation. To this end, the cool cats over at MacFixIt have assembled a useful list of steps to take if your backlight [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
RIM Co-CEOs step down, take lower positions on board Jan 23 2012 14:12:08	OGradys PowerPage
RIM Co-CEOs step down, take lower positions on board Sometimes you just need to make a chance. In a surprise step, RIM confirmed late Sunday that its two CEOs Jim Balsillie and Mike Lazaridis would resign from their top positions. Per the Wall Street Journal, the two would stay on as board members and shareholders for the BlackBerry designer, but would hand over direct [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple working to adopt 802.11ac 5G Gigabit WiFi standar... Jan 23 2012 13:36:33	OGradys PowerPage
Apple working to adopt 802.11ac 5G Gigabit WiFi standard in 2012 You know, 802.11n’s been speedy, but it’s also been around for a while. It might be time to move on to something new. Per AppleInsider, Apple is expected to rapidly deploy support for the new 802.11ac specification this year, adding so called “Gigabit WiFi” to new AirPort base stations, Time Capsule, Apple TV, notebooks and [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
iPhone Dev Team announces working jailbreak for iPhone ... Jan 20 2012 13:58:16	OGradys PowerPage
iPhone Dev Team announces working jailbreak for iPhone 4S, iPad 2 It’s not quite as much of a back-and-forth arms race between Apple and the hackers as it used to be, but it’s still interesting if you want to use an unlocked or jailbroken iOS device. Per Electronista, the iPhone Dev Team have announced that they are close to releasing the Corona A5 jailbreak for the [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
iBooks 2 images linked to 2x image files, hint towards ... Jan 20 2012 13:20:21	OGradys PowerPage
iBooks 2 images linked to 2x image files, hint towards iPad 3 with Retina Display It’s the hints that make things interesting. Per AppleInsider, a source has pointed out that the continued presence of iPad-specific double-resolution images within Apple’s newly updated iBooks 2 app could indicate that the company will soon release an iPad with an improved display that approaches Retina Display-like quality. Higher-quality iPad images were first discovered in [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases iTunes 10.5.3 update, adds iBooks 2 text... Jan 19 2012 18:06:42	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases iTunes 10.5.3 update, adds iBooks 2 textbook syncing support On Thursday, Apple released iTunes 10.5.3, the latest version of its multimedia/jukebox application for Mac OS X. The new version, a 102 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes: - Allows you to sync interactive iBooks textbooks to your iPad. These Multi-Touch textbooks are available for purchase from the iTunes Store on your Mac [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases iTunes U app, allows college students to... Jan 19 2012 16:25:11	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases iTunes U app, allows college students to view course materials, sign up for classes, etc. And now, you have even less of an excuse for not signing up for the courses you want. Per AppleInsider, Apple released its iTunes U application for iPad on Thursday. The app will allow college students to view course materials, receive updates from their teachers, and even sign up for classes. In its presentation to [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple announces interactive textbooks, releases iBooks ... Jan 19 2012 16:10:57	OGradys PowerPage
Apple announces interactive textbooks, releases iBooks 2.0 update As Apple’s Guggenheim-based education event continues, the company kicked off its announcements with iBooks 2.0, which will bring a new textbook experience to the iPad. Per The Unofficial Apple Weblog, these textbooks will include standard text interspersed with interactive high-quality images, videos, animations and 3D models. This content will allow for features such as being [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
AT&T announces data plan price increases Jan 19 2012 15:44:13	OGradys PowerPage
AT&T announces data plan price increases You might not like this. Per AppleInsider, AT&T has introduced new data plans for smartphone and tablet users, adding additional cap space but also charging customers more. The new plans max out at 5GB with tethering for US$50 per month. A press release on Wednesday stated that the new rates that will take effect on [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
The Apple Core: Jason lends his thoughts on Apple’s edu... Jan 19 2012 14:54:27	OGradys PowerPage
The Apple Core: Jason lends his thoughts on Apple’s education event and announcements Everyone’s got their theories and PowerPage head honcho Jason O’Grady has his own per Apple’s much-anticipated education announcement over at the Guggenheim in New York City today. With that in mind, kindly check out the Apple Core for his thoughts, ideas and notions as to what’s en route. And if he’s totally wrong, he’ll buy [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases Brother Printer drivers 2.8.1 update Jan 18 2012 19:30:27	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases Brother Printer drivers 2.8.1 update It’s not the most exciting update in the world, but it could prove useful. On Wednesday, Apple released updated Brother printer drivers for the Mac OS X 10.6 and Mac OS X 10.7 operating systems. Brother Printer Driver 2.8, a 150 megabyte download offering the most current drivers for Brother’s printers and multi-function devices. The [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.7.3 build 11D46 to developer... Jan 18 2012 19:24:21	OGradys PowerPage
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.7.3 build 11D46 to developer community Hold your horses, Mac OS X 10.7.3 will get here eventually. Per The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Apple has released build 11D46 of its anticipated Mac OS X 10.7.3 update. The build, a 1.2 GB combo update / 989 MB delta update, focuses on iCloud document storage, Address Book, iCal, Mail, Spotlight and Safari. The last [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Apple nukes $100 rebate with purchase of qualifying pri... Jan 18 2012 13:05:23	OGradys PowerPage
Apple nukes $100 rebate with purchase of qualifying printer, future incentive programs in question You know, it was kind of nice having a nifty incentive/rebate to look forward to. Per Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Flip4Mac updated to 2.4.1.4 Jan 18 2012 12:54:22	OGradys PowerPage
Flip4Mac updated to 2.4.1.4 Early Wednesday, software developer Telestream has released version 2.4.1.4 of Flip4Mac, its QuickTime components package which allows for Windows Media files to be viewed, imported and converted under Mac OS X. The new release, a 24 megabyte download, includes the following fixes and changes: - Added a progress indicator while waiting for streams to buffer [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
iOS 5.1 beta 3 points towards additional Facebook, Twit... Jan 17 2012 21:33:00	OGradys PowerPage
iOS 5.1 beta 3 points towards additional Facebook, Twitter integration What might you expect out of iOS 5.1? More Facebook. Per iMore, evidence has been found indicating that Apple could add deep Facebook integration into a future operating system update. In one screenshot shown for the iOS Contacts application, there is an option to enter a person’s Facebook user name right below their Twitter account. [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »
Rumor: Apple to hold iOS 5.1, iPad 3-focused press even... Jan 17 2012 20:21:25	OGradys PowerPage
Rumor: Apple to hold iOS 5.1, iPad 3-focused press event in early February The nice thing about rumors: there’s generally a small kernel of truth to them. Per Macotakara, a new rumor suggests Apple is planning to hold an earlier-than-expected special event in early February to introduce its third-generation iPad running iOS 5.1. The web site reported on Tuesday that the unveiling of a so-called “iPad 3″ along [...] Read the full article on OGradys PowerPage »