Friday, 25 April 2014

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Speck CandyShell AMPED iPhone case: Review and giveaway


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 03:00 PM PDT


Accessory manufacturer Speck has come up with something rather new and different for the iPhone 5/5s: a protective case that also promises over twice the sound output from your iPhone speaker. The US$44.95 CandyShell AMPED was released today and uses...



Kids would be much simpler if they had a built-in scroll wheel


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 02:00 PM PDT


This is pretty adorable, though I wonder if he also has a "quiet" switch... [Photo credit: Upsilon Andromedae]...



Today in the App Store -- the best free apps, new apps and app updates


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 01:30 PM PDT


Here are some of the best free apps, app updates and new apps that have landed in the App Store recently. All app prices are USD and subject to change. Some deals may expire quickly, so grab them while you can. Apps Now Free myCal PRO: Calendar &...



Daily Deals for April 25, 2014, featuring the Leap Motion Controller


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 01:00 PM PDT


It's time to save some of that hard-earned cash with our Daily Deals, featuring exclusive TUAW Deals, a handy list from Dealnews and our own handpicked iOS and OS X selections. Don't forget to check out our "Today in the App Store" post that singles...



TranquilityTV for iOS gives you soothing video and audio for relaxation


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 12:00 PM PDT


TranquilityTV (free with in-app purchases) is designed to help you relax with videos of restful places and soothing audio. This universal app is a four-minute sampler of images and sounds before any IAP's. The company behind the app makes videos for...



This goofy fake iPhone can turn off any TV, and even put your Mac to sleep


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 11:00 AM PDT


I'll admit I have a mischievous streak. Because of that, I've had my eye on a TV-B-Gone for a while now. A company called Cornfield Electronics makes the gadgets, which come in a few different shapes and sizes, and all of them serve a single purpose;...



Daily App: Spheres for iOS is a new way to share photos with family and friends


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 10:00 AM PDT


Spheres is a clever take on photo sharing from iOS devices. Open the app and take a picture, or load one from your camera roll. The picture goes to the cloud, and people that you assign to a group -- called a 'Sphere' -- will receive the photos...



How Apple eventually delivered on Gil Amelio's promise


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 09:00 AM PDT


Nobody really talks about Gil Amelio any more. Serving as CEO of Apple for just over a year, his tenure is overshadowed by the return of Steve Jobs and the eventual rise to greatness that the company is still enjoying today. But Gil Amelio was a...



This is what happens when iPhone rumors get out of hand


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 08:00 AM PDT


Rumors say Apple is poised to deliver a larger iPhone 6. Well, we have a sneak photo fresh from the Internet archives that shows what it may look like. Just so you know, the burly man is not included with the retail model....



How to keep your OmniFocus 2 beta up-to-date


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 07:00 AM PDT


The OmniGroup has announced that OmniFocus 2 for Mac is now available as a public beta and is due to be released in June. Anyone interested in testing it can download it for free and is encouraged to send feedback via the forums. One of the most...



Better battery life for your iPhone under iOS 7.1.1 and other news from April 24, 2014


Posted: 25 Apr 2014 06:00 AM PDT


Have you updated your iPhone to iOS 7.1.1 yet? If you're concerned about your battery life, go ahead and hit the update button. ZDNet noticed that the newest update is bringing a drastic increase in battery life, based on internal usage. Have you...



Start your own mosh pit with the Metalcore Breakdown Composer


Posted: 24 Apr 2014 05:00 PM PDT


Out in the sea of odd samplers and drum machines on the iOS platform there's one understandable blind spot for music apps; metalcore. Birthed out the hardcore punk and death metal scenes the sub-genre started promisingly before becoming incredibly...



Apple and others reach settlement agreement in anti-poaching class action suit


Posted: 24 Apr 2014 04:30 PM PDT


The anti-poaching class action lawsuit that embroiled a number of high profile tech companies has come to an end. The New York Times reports that Apple, Google, Intel, and Adobe all reached settlement agreements with the plaintiffs party to the...



The death of an iPod


Posted: 24 Apr 2014 04:00 PM PDT


Apple's gadgets even die in the most adorable ways. Let's have a moment of silence for this fallen musical soldier. [Photo credit: Enrico Palombaro]...



The TUAW Daily Update Podcast for April 24, 2014


Posted: 24 Apr 2014 03:30 PM PDT


It's the TUAW Daily Update, your source for Apple news in a convenient audio format. You'll get some the top Apple stories of the day in three to five minutes for a quick review of what's happening in the Apple world. You can listen to today's...



Netatmo expands iOS-friendly Weather Station with Rain Gauge


Posted: 24 Apr 2014 03:00 PM PDT


Netatmo introduced its Weather Station (US$179) to the world in 2012, providing an easy way for iPhone owners to track indoor and outdoor temperatures and air quality at their homes or offices. Since that time, a vast number of users have enjoyed the...




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