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android
Two More Android Updates This Year
In addition to the one minor and one major (Cupcake) update Google rolled out, there's going to be two more updates for the 2009 year. One's minor and one's major (Donut). [Mobile Crunch] -
lenovo
Lenovo Installs Adware With Latest Automatic Update
A recent automatic update from Lenovo contains adware that subjects users to irremovable pop-up ads that advertise various accessories contained in the Lenovo website. More » -
iphone
iPhone OS 3.0 Is Out
As expected, the new iPhone OS 3.0 is out. You can click on the "Check for Update" button right now to get your iPhone updated. If you used the pirated 3.0 golden master, this update is exactly the same: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by thegiancarlo: i got gold master too. iTunes shows no new updates for me. I guess I'm stuck till 3.1? 19 Responses | Other threads
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apple
iTunes 8.2 Update Now Available
The iTunes 8.2 update has emerged from the beta necessary to run pre-release iPhone 3.0 software. Naturally, the main feature here is compatibility with the final version of 3.0—along with the usual crop of bug fixes. Can we expect 3.0 to be released next week at WWDC? More »
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By Sean FallonComment by pottyvick: Itunes 8.2 Out todayWWDC in 1 week Can this mean they will release Iphone OS 3.0 Next week? Why else would they... 8 Responses | Other threads
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android
Android 1.5 'Cupcake' Update Coming Next Week
T-Mobile will start rolling out the long awaited 1.5 'Cupcake' update to all G1 users next week. The over-the air update should be available to everyone by the end of May. More » -
rumor
Mac OS X 10.5.7 Update May Hit This Friday
According to some "super-secret Apple source"—who hopefully is not the Infinite Loop campus' building #5 janitor's brother in law who has a son working at the Minneapolis' Apple Store in—Mac OS 10.5.7 will be out this Friday. It'll bring networking, syncing, iChat, Safari, and Bluetooth updates, among other things. [MacLife] -
apple
Apple's Time Capsule, Airport Extreme Update Adds Drive Sharing For Older Units
The latest 7.4.1 update for Time Capsule and Airport Extreme adds Back to My Mac drive sharing, which lets you grab files off of attached USB drives over the internet. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Dafrety: Wow, Apple actually updated an older model with features from a newer one? Alert the presses! 2 Responses | Other threads
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windows 7
Ultimate Windows Tweaker Now Works On Windows 7
The Ultimate Windows Tweaker has been updated with 20 additional tweaks for Vista (150 in all). Even better news is that it appears to work with Windows 7 as well. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Brendan Bell: Can I use it to tweak Vista so it stops sucking? 23 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Windows 7 Pricing Starts at $200? Ehh...
According to an ars technica source (who has no track record with insider knowledge), Windows 7 pricing will start at $200 and grow from there. UDPATE: ars has retracted this story. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by robot-shmobot: A crippled Starter for $200? Like you said, you might have to call bullshit. Especially if you can get full... 20 Responses | Other threads
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blackberry
BlackBerry Storm 4.7.0.86 Update Leaked
The latest Storm OS has arrived through unofficial channels and is now available for anyone who simply can't wait to upgrade their software. More » -
tivo
TiVo Search is The Future of TiVo
The redesigned TiVo Search does away with the Swivel Search and now makes show searching more efficient and HD friendly. More » -
iphone apps
Update Fixes Katamari For iPhone's Slow Performance, Controls
Luke from Kotaku was right: I wanted so badly to, yes, love this game that perhaps its weaknesses—a cripplingly low frame rate and, yes, the onset of some serious tiltage needed to keep moving after the first few minutes—didn't fully sink in until I just couldn't play past the fourth level while sitting on the can (weeping). More »
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By John MahoneyComment by Shub-Niggurath!*pew-pew* YourRuneIsMine!: The ability to re-zero so that you don't have to lean forward so much would definitely help with the on-toilet-playability. 5 Responses | Other threads
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apple
OS X Update 10.5.6 Available Now
The latest OS X update just popped. See the complete list of improvements and fixes after the jump and at Apple. Updated 6:10PM EST.
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By John MahoneyComment by ChuckBlack: Hmmm, the installer just seems to hang on 'configuring installation'. I seem to be stuck with 10.5.5 Mac Pro, 2008, 2.8ghz... 6 Responses | Other threads
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macbook
MacBook Firmware Update Doesn't Fix Cranky RAM Problems
It looks like the MacBook update released yesterday doesn't fix everything we wanted it to. JkOnTheRun reports it still freezes and hangs with the full 4GB installed. But at least sleep seems fixed. [jkOnTheRun]
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Comment by snitch29: I haven't had any issues with Ram but one of my friends is having them, the difference is he try... 7 Responses | Other threads
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macbooks
New MacBooks Get Another Firmware Update To Fix Problems
Apple has released firmware updates (two apiece actually) for the MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air. As usual, "stability fixes" are the only details—but hopefully it fixes all the problems we've been seeing. Down with Beta Culture, but Hurray for Software updates. [Apple]
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By Sean FallonComment by vgrfx: So all these Mac Book Pro issues I've been hearing about should one stay away or buy anyway. I need... 2 Responses | Other threads
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By Jesus DiazComment by jcrockerman: Ducking good? damn..that's awesome!!! :) Iphone owners get that joke...LOL 9 Responses | Other threads
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ipod
Fourth Gen iPod Nano 1.03 Patch Out Now
Apple has just released the 1.03 patch for the fourth generation iPod nano (that's the new one, for those who may have lost count). The update adds support for the upcoming Apple in-ear headphones and tweaks CoverFlow functionality. Here's the full list of updates: More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by First: if apple is perfect...why are they forever patching their stuff? Hmmmmmmmmmm? 8 Responses | Other threads
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android
Google Seals Up Android 'Jailbreak' in Automatic Update
It only took Google about three days to recognize, examine and fix the vulnerability that allowed Android phones to be 'jailbroken', and users should see the fix (update RC30) pushed to their phones over the air during the next few days. From the mouth of the Google: More »
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By John HerrmanComment by paja: Google fanboy Hypocrites. This says it all..... "The exploit did provide more access to the the Android's core functions, some of... 7 Responses | Other threads
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ps3
Firmware Update 2.52 Hits PS3
Sony has released a minor update to firmware 2.5 on the Playstation 3, which should be showing up sometime tonight. No. 2.52 fixes a test entry issue that some titles had and improves the “playback quality of some PS3 format software.” Users are already reporting that some things, like Trophies, are loading faster with the new version. [Kotaku]
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By Elaine ChowComment by douchebagantics: From the way it looks ill get a PS3 when they stop releasing a FWupdate every 2 weeks. But by that... 2 Responses | Other threads
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t-mobile g1
Manual Firmware Upgrade for Impatient G1 Owners
If November 11th seems like way too long to wait for T-Mobile's RC29 upgrade for the G1, there is a way to manually force an upgrade. It's awfully easy, too: just download the update, move it over to a MicroSD card, and the hard work is pretty much done. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by JoeLikesRamen Likes You!: To those of you who own a G1: how is the QWERTY keyboard? It's the one question I have that... 5 Responses | Other threads
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psp
New PSP Media Manager Integrates With the Playstation Store
Just in case you are one of the few that have actually used the PSP Media Manager, you might be interested in knowing that a new update grants access to the PlayStation Store through the PC. It also helps out with syncing your music, photos and other digital content. Full details are available in the press release after the break. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Bearded Rapper: Damn, won't work with my 3.40 custom firmware. more » | Other threads
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wii
Nintendo Kills Wii Homebrew With Update, Again, Again, Again
Nowadays, any self-respecting hardware manufacturer is locked in an interminable battle to lock down their platforms for unclear reasons, because that's how things are, OK? Accordingly, Nintendo has just released a patch to prevent would-be homebrewers from enjoying their Wiis too much. Not that this is unexpected — there have been a few major developments in the homebrew space since June, when Nintendo last attempted to seal up their console. The good news: the update doesn't affect existing Homebrew Channel installs, it just prevents new ones. Oh, and it'll probably be cracked in about two days. [WiiBrew]
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By John HerrmanComment by KLanD: Man, I say let em Hack! If you don't block this kind of stuff I'm sure they'd sell more. Just... 3 Responses | Other threads
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home theater
Belkin’s Flywire Wireless HDMI Delayed
Announced at CES 2008, the wireless HDMI streaming Belkin Flywire was supposed to be market-ready by CES 2009. But unfortunately, Belkin has delayed the release until April at the earliest. In the meantime, we're thankful that HDMI is already just a one-cord affair. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by .Trenchant.: I'll just stick with the two holes punched in my wall routing down to a base cabinet holding everything I... 1 Responses | Other threads
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update
First T-Mobile G1 Android Update Hits Tomorrow
The first update to the new Android-wielding G1 will be beamed OTA starting tomorrow to all G1 customers, with updates going out through October 31st. It's warned to be a very minor update, featuring various light "enhancements" and a bug fix related to Amazon songs. That's it. T-Mobile warns, "Before you go nuts, remember this is only the first [update]. Let's make sure updates download, install, and just plain work as designed before we expect them to overhaul your experience." Since we don't want our phones to explode, it's a deal. [T-Mobile Forums Thanks Shiron!]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Kayno: Wow.. if this was an iphone update thread there would have been like 50 pages of posts right now.. oops... 4 Responses | Other threads
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sprint instinct
Sprint Instinct Firmware Update Includes Non-Crappy Browser
The Instinct firmware update BH29 was pushed out over the air (a cool feature in and of itself) a few days ago, with one main purpose: fixing the browser with an entirely new codebase. Lame page rendering and navigation were our biggest problems with the Instinct, so this update is definitely worth exploring. Release notes after the jump. [EverythingInstinct] More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Seiven: screw all of you with the "who cares" I got this phone because I wanted a decent phone with touch... 3 Responses | Other threads
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drugs
Update
To settle the pipe vs. bong debate on the NES controller bong I posted a couple days ago, James, the genius behind it, sent a photo of its insides. It is in fact a bong (or at least a water pipe), you OCD potheads, so you can sleep easily. Check out the new photo in the original post. -
apple
Apple Adds iTunes 8 Functions to Apple TV
Looks like its Update Day at Apple—the company just released Apple TV 2.2, which users can access through the “update software” menu option in Settings. The software revamp now includes support for features introduced in iTunes 8.0, including video playlists, Genius playlists and HDTV show purchasing, and plugs a couple of security holes as well. How's it playing, kids? Any problems? [Macrumors] -
itunes
Apple Fixes iTunes HDTV, Genius Problems With 8.0.1 Release
In case you haven't opened up your iTunes in the last few hours, Apple's released v.8.0.1 to fix several 8.0.0 issues with HDTV episodes, the Genius auto-playlist feature and software update checks. For instance, iTunes will no longer accidentally overwrite HD versions of your TV episodes with their standard definition copies. Performance and stability have also supposedly been improved. Check it out and tell us what you think. [Apple Insider] -
samsung blackjack II
Download Samsung BlackJack II's Windows Mobile 6.1 Update Now
The BlackJack II (SGH-i617) finally gets its turn to ride the Windows Mobile 6.1 bus, which brings to it slight UI changes, better SMS threading, improved GPS navigation and internet connection sharing. There's little reason why you shouldn't get it, so download it now and join the 6.1 club. [Samsung]
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By Jason ChenComment by sqeakytoy of the apocalypse: Question off topic... how do you include an image in your post? 3 Responses | Other threads
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htc tilt update
HTC Tilt Windows Mobile 6.1 Update Actually Out
That Windows Mobile 6.1 update we showed you last week when it was supposed to be out is now officially out (according to HTC). Grab it now. [HTC] More » -
xbox 360
Xbox 360 Fall Dashboard Update Comes in November
Microsoft's just gone on the record with RPG-TV and said the Fall Xbox 360 Dashboard Update will be hitting in November, which technically is still a part of Fall. Previous updates have also been released in late November (as close to Winter as you could push it while still being Fall), but all those new features coming this time might be cause for delay, even though they skipped the Spring update for this reason. Seriously Microsoft, will we have to wait another three months to get the ability to make a little avatar that looks like ourselves? You're forcing us to turn on our Wiis? [RPG TV via Kotaku]
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By Jason ChenComment by shiftyeyedgoat: @drewkkake: Call me crazy, drewkkake, but I seem to recall the entire shebang being an option: [www.ripten.com] 1 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
iPhone 2.0.2 Update Is Here, Fixes Bugs In iPhone 3G
The iPhone 2.0.2 update is here and is supposed to fix a bunch of bugs that users have been seeing since iPhone 2.0 hit. Like Boy Genius said before, it's going to be targeting iPhone 3G users, but the changelog of "bug fixes" is vague enough to imply that everyone will see some benefit. Grab it now from iTunes (unless of course you want to be careful and not update to new firmwares right away).
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iphone apps
Palringo IM Client For iPhone Adds Push to Talk
The folks behind Palringo have swiftly delivered on a promise to add Push-to-Talk functionality to their multi-client IM app for the iPhone. Like their desktop version, the new update allows iPhone users to send vocal IM messages by holding down a contact button while speaking. When released, the audio recording will be delivered directly to the recipient. More » -
pr
Circuit City Apologizes for Pulling Mad Magazine, Promises to Get a Sense of Humor
It looks like the corporate goon who ordered all copies of Mad Magazine with a Circuit City parody inside destroyed was acting on her own. An "embarrassed corporate PR guy" has apologized to Mad Magazine and tried to make things right. Nice work, Circuit City. The letter of explanation/apology in full, after the jump. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by GadgetPlayPissedSomebodyOff: @alexmetal: "I met this Jim Babb guy at a corporate Firedog meeting" It is WE who are your Firedogs! more » | Other threads
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windows mobile
HTC Touch Diamond ROM Gives Faster TouchFLO and 850MHz Support
A ROM update from Hong Kong for the HTC Touch Diamond released yesterday adds some fantastic functionality such as the use of the 850MHz GSM band (used by AT&T here in the US) and the improved TouchFLO 3D performance. (For the record, the performance update is great.) There are also a few bug fixes like the "no signal issue" and home page loading. Grab it at the links from XDA Devs. [XDA Devs]
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By Jason ChenComment by ThoraEspish: I performed the update but at the beggining it gaves me an "ERROR 294 : INVALID VENDOR ID" and now... more » | Other threads
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rumor
More Signs of New Apple Notebooks Surface
Macrumors has spotted a report of a large Apple-placed order for laptop PCBs—up 20% over the current quarter's intake—as well as a stock notification to Best Buy announcing sparse MacBook shipments over the next two weeks. On top of the MacBook Pro case spyshots from earlier this month and this week's launch of Centrino 2, I'd say it's a good bet that new Mac portables are in the pipe. [Macrumors]
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By John MahoneyComment by (blue) enchanted duck: @Weezie: made me lol more » | Other threads
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tivo
TiVo 9.4 Summer Update Hitting Boxes This Month
It looks like TiVo's 9.4 Summer Update has been released ahead of schedule and will supposedly be hitting every box by month's end. This update brings six new features, two of which actually seem really useful for most TiVoers. Folders will now have the option to be played or deleted, and the guide can be viewed at any time (while watching live TV, a recording, or even a download, but obviously not during menus). Since TiVo's 9.4 priority page hasn't been posted yet this update should hit your box as a total surprise while you're sleeping. [Zatz Not Funny!]
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Comment by StealthNinja: That's nice only if they could have this concept with FLOTV and have TIVO built into a microchip for a... more » | Other threads
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mobileme
MobileMe OS X Update Available Now (Again)
With yesterday's bumps mostly smoothed out, and MobileMe live for a straight day, Apple is apparently comfortable enough to push the MobileMe OS X update back out. (It was pulled after going up briefly on Wednesday.) Interestingly, it's version 1.1. Hit Software Update to get the party started, and let us know how it goes. [Apple]
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Comment by mythicalcaesar: @mythicalcaesar: Correction: "basically" My calendar autosync's and sends out and email when something is approaching. My push is... more » | Other threads
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ipod touch
It's officially up for $9.95 and you can download it from iTunes. [iTunes via Macrumors]
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iPhone faq
iPhone FAQ Update
We've just added a good bit of information to our iPhone FAQ, including more AT&T details, launch date info, and iTunes details. See all the new stuff below, or just go to the FAQ to see the monster in its entirety. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by renditionman: @Mr Josh Zombie: Yes they do roll over minutes at least here in NYC. I've got over 4500 banked so... more » | Other threads
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