Category Archives: Computers & Internet

Microsoft humbled as it changes Xbox One policies: no Internet connection required and less-strict DRM

[adsenseyu1] Microsoft earlier this week announced two policy changes to its upcoming Xbox One game console. The first is that the console will no longer require a constant Internet connection in order to play offline games. The second is that the console will now allow used games, something that wouldn’t have been possible with the earlier policy.… Read More: Microsoft humbled as it changes Xbox One policies: no Internet… »

I run anti-virus software; why do I still sometimes get infected?

It seems like even the most up-to-date anti-virus software package isn’t always enough. It’s frustrating because you’d think that it would be. I have AVG virus protection always on and Windows XP firewall enabled. Why do I still get infected with some Trojan horses? I check for updates every day so I am sure I am… Read More: I run anti-virus software; why do I still sometimes get… »

How to integrate Facebook Chat into Messages app on OS X Mountain Lion

One of the several new features of Apple’s next desktop operating system is the Messages app, which replaces the old iChat app. Messages allows users to send iMessages to other Macs and iOS devices, as well as integrate other chat accounts to use (examples include Google Talk and Yahoo!). While not directly included, it’s also… Read More: How to integrate Facebook Chat into Messages app on OS… »

Adobe CTO Kevin Lynch resigns to join Apple

[adsenseyu1] In a filing with the SEC today, Adobe announced that its Chief Technical Officer (CTO) Kevin Lynch has resigned from the company to “pursue other opportunities,” which has since been revealed to be Apple. Lynch spent ten years as the Chief Software Architect of Macromedia until the company was acquired by Adobe. He has been Adobe’s CTO… Read More: Adobe CTO Kevin Lynch resigns to join Apple »

Hide stock apps on iOS, no jailbreak needed

Download before Apple deletes it [adsenseyu1]Interested in hiding stock applications on your iPhone? Well, for a limited time (as it is guaranteed Apple will pull this app), you can do just that. “HiddenApps” lets you select applications you wish to hide, then it will fail. What? Yes, it will fail. After giving you a “idoodler.de would like to… Read More: Hide stock apps on iOS, no jailbreak needed »

Untethered iOS 6 Jailbreak For iPhone, iPad, iPad Mini, And iPod Touch

iOS 6.x Jailbreak Waiting to jailbreak your iOS 6 devices? Your wait is over! A jailbreak tool called evasi0n has been released which works on all iOS 6 and iOS 6.1 devices – iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, and iPod touch. This is an untethered jailbreak, which means that you won’t need to reapply it after a… Read More: Untethered iOS 6 Jailbreak For iPhone, iPad, iPad Mini, And… »

Apple-HTC Patent Agreement reveals Bad News for Samsung

A redacted version of the patent licensing agreement between Apple and HTC was released by Samsung ahead of today’s scheduled courtroom hearing between Apple and Samsung. [adsenseyu2] The two companies will present arguments to U.S. District Court Judge Lucy Koh in San Jose concerning the $1.05 billion verdict levied against Samsung earlier this year. Samsung… Read More: Apple-HTC Patent Agreement reveals Bad News for Samsung »

Apple’s “Spaceship” Building Campus Plans Posted

The city of Cupertino recently posted the latest plans submitted by Apple for its new Campus 2 project, revealing the plans would likely see a delayed completion. Although not much has changed from the original submission, which was filed in June 2011, the updated plans give insight into Apple’s construction timeline with the current completion… Read More: Apple’s “Spaceship” Building Campus Plans Posted »

Apple, HTC Settle Patent Dispute With 10 Year Licensing Agreement

Apple, HTC Settle Patent Dispute With 10 Year Licensing Agreement In a joint press release yesterday evening, Apple and HTC announced that a 10 year licensing agreement has been reached between the two warring parties. The agreement is good for around the world sales of both HTC and Apple devices and the deal includes a 10-year… Read More: Apple, HTC Settle Patent Dispute With 10 Year Licensing Agreement »