Wednesday, 14 May 2014

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Kanex GoPower Pack: Review and giveaway


Posted: 14 May 2014 03:00 PM PDT


TUAW reviews a lot of external battery packs, so it takes something new and interesting to get me excited. That "new and interesting" recently arrived in the form of a press release from accessory manufacturer Kanex touting the company's new line of...



Now this is a sexy Mac desk


Posted: 14 May 2014 02:30 PM PDT


That's one fantastic setup. I especially like the dual vertical monitors for social media and communications programs, though they would probably keep me from getting any work done during the day. [Photo credit: Saebaryo]...



TUAW TV Live: 3 things every Mac owner should be able to do


Posted: 14 May 2014 01:55 PM PDT


Nowadays, Mac owners have a variety of ways to learn more about their computers. There are One-to-One sessions and seminars at Apple Stores, Mac user groups, magazines, and even online classes such as those offered by Screencasts Online and...



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


Posted: 14 May 2014 01:15 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 Measure Map [iOS...



5 fantastic iOS games you aren't playing, but should be


Posted: 14 May 2014 01:00 PM PDT


Ever since Apple removed the ability to browse apps by how recently they were added to the App Store, it seems as though the only way to discover great content is by browsing through Apple's own recommendations pages. Sure, you can search for...



Dear Aunt TUAW: Are pixels doomed?


Posted: 14 May 2014 12:30 PM PDT


Dear Aunt TUAW, Today I've been reading rumors of new iPhones all over the interwebs. Everyone's talking about 3x resolutions and 1704 x 960 displays. Help me, Aunt TUAW -- is my Retina display doomed? Thanks, Your Nephew David X. Dear...



Nintendo nails GBA4iOS with takedown notice


Posted: 14 May 2014 12:00 PM PDT


GBA4iOS, the massively popular GameBoy Advance emulator for iPhone and iPad, has been taken offline due to a DMCA request demanding that the hosting site be taken offline. At the moment, the app is no longer available for download from the official...



Daily Deals for May 14, 2014, featuring the ZBoard Classic skateboard


Posted: 14 May 2014 11:45 AM 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...



How to fix disappearing iMessages after switching from iPhone to Android


Posted: 14 May 2014 11:30 AM PDT


As mentioned in this morning's news roundup, a number of iPhone users who have since switched to Android are finding that they are unable to receive messages sent from iPhone users. The problem lies in the fact that some folks have phone numbers tied...



Crowdsourcing Roundup: Apple accessories and fish on wheels


Posted: 14 May 2014 11:00 AM PDT


Every week, TUAW provides readers with an update on new or significant crowdfunded Apple-related projects in the news. While our policy is to not go into detail on items that haven't reached at least 80 percent of their funding goal, this update is...



iParked is the best way to find your car


Posted: 14 May 2014 10:00 AM PDT


Over the years, I've seen a lot of parking apps that let you drop a pin at your parking space, and then you can navigate back to the marker when it is time to return to your vehicle. iParked (free) does those apps one better, and definitely gets my...



Apple's HIG in the iBookstore and other news for May 14, 2014


Posted: 14 May 2014 09:00 AM PDT


We've got some Wednesday afternoon news for you. Apple's HIG becomes a more convenient to read, iCloud angers a Norwegian watchdog group, Logic Pro X gets an update and some users are stuck in iMessage purgatory. Finally, iOS apps run on Android, but...



iPhone 101: How to easily combine multiple iMessages into a single message


Posted: 14 May 2014 08:00 AM PDT


Have you ever received a series of iMessages with important information that you need to share with someone else? You could forward each iMessage separately and spam your recipient. You also could copy and the contents of each message and then paste...



YouTube Find: How an iPad saved this man's face


Posted: 14 May 2014 07:00 AM PDT


Here's some crazy footage of an iPad that gets rocked at a softball game and lives on to take more photographs....



Daily App: Stack the States is a must-have educational game that quizzes you on US Geography


Posted: 14 May 2014 06:00 AM PDT


Stack the States by Freecloud Design is a geography game that makes learning about the 50 states fun for children and adults. The app quizzes you on a variety of information about the states including capitals, borders, flags and notable...



What customer information will Apple provide to the cops?


Posted: 13 May 2014 06:00 PM PDT


At the beginning of May, Apple updated its Legal Process Guidelines for U.S. Law Enforcement. These are the guidelines that law enforcement and government entities within the U.S. must follow when seeking information from Apple Inc about the people...



Apple sued over patents more than any other company last year


Posted: 13 May 2014 05:00 PM PDT


In 2013 there were 6,092 patent-infringement lawsuits filed in the U.S. District Courts, a 12.4 percent increase from the 5,418 filed in 2012. These numbers come from a new study out by Lex Machina, a California based legal analytics company, that...



Bad App Reviews: Plague Inc.


Posted: 13 May 2014 04:00 PM PDT


There are some fantastic games on the App Store, but not everyone loves every best-selling title. When some customers decide to use their eloquent writing skills to pen disparaging reviews, hilarity ensues. Bad App Reviews brings you actual App Store...




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