AppleInsider | Wall Street cheers Apple's "outstanding" second-quarter

AppleInsider | Wall Street cheers Apple's "outstanding" second-quarter: "Analysts on Wall Street are largely applauding Apple's performance during the March quarter, with many of them this week initiating more bullish views of the company's prospects going forward. Included is a run down analyst ratings and price target changes, along with some excerpts from their commentary."

AppleInsider | Snow Leopard Server to offer low cost, secure mobile access to iPhone

AppleInsider | Snow Leopard Server to offer low cost, secure mobile access to iPhone: "Apple will leverage the popularity of the iPhone to deliver business users new Mobile Access services in Snow Leopard Server to securely deliver corporate email, contact, calendar, and intranet web services to iPhone and iPod touch users far more cost effectively than Microsoft Windows Server."

Windows 7 to have an 'XP mode' | Beyond Binary - CNET News

Windows 7 to have an 'XP mode' | Beyond Binary - CNET News: "For some time now, the company has been quietly building a 'Windows XP mode' that uses virtualization to allow Windows 7 to easily run applications designed for Windows XP. According to sources familiar with the product, the application compatibility mode is built on the Virtual PC technology that Microsoft acquired in 2003, when it scooped up the assets of Connectix."

So now Microsoft has back-peddled it's way to where OS X was with Classic. And that was how long ago?

OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard Build 10A335 Seeded to Developers - Mac Rumors

OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard Build 10A335 Seeded to Developers - Mac Rumors: "AppleInsider reports that Apple has seeded a new version of OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard to developers. The documentation for the new version, termed Build 10A335, reportedly does not carry notice of any significant changes since the last developer seed (Build 10A314) at the beginning of the month, although several known bugs are mentioned."

AppleInsider | Snow Leopard to offer screen recording via QuickTime X Player

AppleInsider | Snow Leopard to offer screen recording via QuickTime X Player: "With the introduction of Snow Leopard, QuickTime Player will assume more of a utilitarian role, with screen recording features reportedly joining the software's exiting repertoire of basic audio and video capture capabilities."

Apple patent hints at volume controls in Safari | Webware - CNET

Apple patent hints at volume controls in Safari | Webware - CNET: "Apple Insider has spotted a a newly released patent filed by Apple back in late 2007 that shows volume controls that can be integrated into various Web browsers. Described as a way to control 'audio signals which may or may not be welcomed by the user' the patent depicts a new panel that sits in the top, right-hand corner of a user's browser and allows per-site controls over incoming audio signals. There's also a mute button that can cut out just the sounds from the browser entirely while leaving sound from other desktop applications untouched."

T-Mobile goes for smart grids | Wireless - CNET News

T-Mobile goes for smart grids | Wireless - CNET News: "On Thursday, T-Mobile introduced the embedded SIM, which is much smaller than traditional SIM cards that fit into mobile phones and other mobile devices. The tiny is made out of silicon instead of plastic and is about the size of a pin head. It is designed to be durable enough to withstand environmental factors, such as temperature, humidity, and motion. And as a result T-Mobile says it's ideal for applications such as smart electrical grids."

Apple retail sheds 1,600 full-time positions | Apple - CNET News

Apple retail sheds 1,600 full-time positions | Apple - CNET News: "The retail arm of the company now employs 14,000 full-time equivalent workers, down from 15,600 at the end of Apple's first fiscal quarter, according to a filing with the SEC. Reports surfaced late last year that Apple was looking into ways to reduce the number of hours worked by part-time employees as a hedge against a coming recession."

Ubuntu 9.04 as slick as Windows 7, Mac OS X | Business Tech - CNET News

Ubuntu 9.04 as slick as Windows 7, Mac OS X | Business Tech - CNET News: "Here's what the official press release won't tell you about Ubuntu 9.04, which formally hit the streets overnight: its designers have polished the hell out of its user interface since the last release in October.

So much so, in fact, that I am starting to prefer using my Ubuntu 'Jaunty Jackalope' desktop over the similarly slick Windows 7 beta (which I am currently running full-time on one desktop) and Mac OS X Leopard operating systems, which I also use regularly."

Google fixes severe Chrome security hole | Security - CNET News

Google fixes severe Chrome security hole | Security - CNET News: "The security problem, reported April 8 by Roi Saltzman of the IBM Rational Application Security Research Group, allowed cross-site scripting attacks. Such methods can make a Web browser process unauthorized code such as JavaScript, enabling a variety of attacks, including impersonation or phishing."

Putting our arms around the future of touch | Beyond Binary - CNET News

Putting our arms around the future of touch | Beyond Binary - CNET News

Sign of the times: Microsoft sales drop? | Beyond Binary - CNET News

Sign of the times: Microsoft sales drop? | Beyond Binary - CNET News: "Microsoft is forecast to report quarterly revenue of $14.15 billion for its fiscal third quarter, according to Reuters Estimates, down from $14.45 billion in the same quarter a year earlier. Per-share earnings are pegged to come in at 39 cents, down from 47 cents a year ago."

AppleInsider | Apple to drop new Snow Leopard beta on developers

AppleInsider | Apple to drop new Snow Leopard beta on developers: "The target build for this week's release is said to be Mac OS X 10.6 build 10A335, which of course is always subject to change. Again, there are rumors that this new build may include some much anticipated visual tweaks to the Mac OS X interface but given that those rumors did not materialize last time, it may be safe to assume that June's Worldwide Developers Conference may be the more likely forum for these disclosures."

AppleInsider | Bluetooth 3.0 arrives with promise of eightfold speed increase

AppleInsider | Bluetooth 3.0 arrives with promise of eightfold speed increase: "The next version of the Bluetooth short-range wireless protocol officially launched this week, promising an eightfold speed increase to boost the low power protocol into the same performance range as WiFi wireless networking, while allowing Bluetooth 3.0 devices to fall back to lower power mode when not actively transferring data."

AppleInsider | Mac OS X 10.5.7 to improve Bluetooth compatibility, stability

AppleInsider | Mac OS X 10.5.7 to improve Bluetooth compatibility, stability: "Although it appeared that Apple was close to wrapping up development of Mac OS X 10.5.7 late last week, a new pre-release distribution of the software was dropped on developers Wednesday afternoon with a handful of additional tweaks added to mix."

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Skype yourself a new lover in five minutes | Technically Incorrect - CNET News

Skype yourself a new lover in five minutes | Technically Incorrect - CNET News: "The concept, currently in beta testing, is that you allow strangers five minutes of your valuable video time to realize just how much they are missing true amorous conflagration. Or, at least, videoconferencing."

Face recognition comes to Flickr | Webware - CNET

Face recognition comes to Flickr | Webware - CNET: "The new feature was launched recently by Swedish start-up Polar Rose. It lets users import all their photos from a Flickr account to an account on Polar Rose, where the images are then automatically assembled into groups dedicated to various individuals."

Microsoft opens up its answer to Google AdSense | Digital Media - CNET News

Microsoft opens up its answer to Google AdSense | Digital Media - CNET News: "All the services scrutinize the content on a Web site and place advertisements the service deems to be relevant to that content. As with ads on search sites, the advertiser pays only when a reader clicks on one of the ads, and revenue is shared with the publisher and the company operating the ad service."

Find songs, create playlists with Just Hear It | Digital Noise: Music and Tech - CNET News

Find songs, create playlists with Just Hear It | Digital Noise: Music and Tech - CNET News: "Enter a song title or artist's name, and Just Hear It returns a list of possible matches--including not only audio tracks, but also YouTube videos. (Songerize didn't offer choices, but started playing what it thought was the best match, and it didn't have any video content.)"

Apple soars during economic gloom | Apple - CNET News

Apple soars during economic gloom | Apple - CNET News: "Apple blew away expectations for its second fiscal quarter, reporting revenue and net income far beyond what the Wall Street community was expecting amid a poor economy."

YouTube RealTime: Online video gets more social? | Webware - CNET

YouTube RealTime: Online video gets more social? | Webware - CNET: "Google plans to begin testing on Wednesday night a new feature called YouTube RealTime that lets you and your friends share in the moment what you're doing with the site."

In defense of Sprint and the Palm Pre | Crave - CNET

In defense of Sprint and the Palm Pre | Crave - CNET: "Listen, this post isn't meant to be an iPhone bashing session/Pre lovefest. It's just about putting things into perspective. Many people are saying that this is sign that AT&T and Apple feel threatened by the Pre and felt they needed to go on the offensive--could be. I'd agree that the Pre is a formidable competitor to the iPhone, but the fact is, until the Pre actually launches and we see how it performs in real life, we simply don't know. Trust me, whenever we get the Pre, we'll put it through the wringer and see how it stacks up to the competition. But until then it's unfair to pick one as the 'winner.' I won't do it."

Mac Rumors: Apple Mac Rumors and News You Care About

Mac Rumors: Apple Mac Rumors and News You Care About: "In the first quarter, AT&T's iPhone 3G activations totaled more than 1.6 million, more than 40 percent of them for customers who were new to the company. AT&T's U.S. iPhone exclusive continues to deliver subscribers with ARPUs (average monthly revenues per subscriber) that are approximately 1.6 times higher and churn rates that are significantly lower than the company's overall postpaid subscriber base."

Apple Reports $1.21 Billion Profit for Q2 2009 - Mac Rumors

Apple Reports $1.21 Billion Profit for Q2 2009 - Mac Rumors: "'We are extremely pleased to report the best non-holiday quarter revenue and earnings in our history,' said Peter Oppenheimer, Apple's CFO. 'Apple's financial condition remains very robust, with almost $29 billion in cash and marketable securities on our balance sheet.'"

Apple with "No Plans" to Change AT&T iPhone Exclusivity and Other Notes - Mac Rumors

Apple with "No Plans" to Change AT&T iPhone Exclusivity and Other Notes - Mac Rumors: "When specifically asked about Apple's long term exclusivity with AT&T, Apple responded that they are very happy with AT&T and feel they have done a very good job promoting the iPhone. Despite some recent hope that Apple might expand the iPhone to other networks, Apple said that they have no plans to change the AT&T exclusivity at this time. Also mentioned was the fact that Verizon currently uses the CDMA network which is incompatible with the current iPhone. Apple stated they wanted the iPhone to be a global hardware device which requires the use of the GSM standard. This may confirm claims by Verizon's CEO that Apple may have never intended to launch a CDMA (Verizon) iPhone. This situation may change when Verizon upgrades their networks."

Apple Questioned Again about a Mac Netbook - Mac Rumors

Apple Questioned Again about a Mac Netbook - Mac Rumors: "Apple executive Tim Cook replied to the questions with a similar response as in the past. Cook said that when he looks at the existing netbook market, he sees cramped keyboards, terrible software, junky hardware and very small screens. While Apple is still looking at the space, they have no interest in putting the Mac brand on these types of devices. Cook notes that if they do find a way to deliver an innovative product that makes a real contribution, Apple will pursue it."

NVIDIA Announces Quadro FX 4800 Graphics Card for Mac Pro - Mac Rumors

NVIDIA Announces Quadro FX 4800 Graphics Card for Mac Pro - Mac Rumors: "- Interactive Visualization of Large Models - Offers a massive 1.5GB frame buffer and memory bandwidth up to 76.8 GB/sec. to deliver high throughput for interactive visualization of large models; high-performance for real time processing of large textures and frames; and the highest quality and resolution with full-scene antialiasing (FSAA)
- High-performance Visualization - NVIDIA's(R) CUDA(TM) parallel computing architecture for NVIDIA Quadro GPUs enables breakthrough application performance to enhance creative expression in areas such as video, animation, photography and production
- Dual Dual Link DVI and Stereo Connectors - Outfitted with a dedicated 3 pin min-din connector for stereo glasses support and up to two dual-link DVI digital connectors to drive the highest resolution digital displays available on the market
- Boot Camp Support - Access to native Quadro GPU accelerated professional Windows 3D graphics performance and features when using Apple Boot Camp"

Apple Continues 'Get a Mac' Ad Campaign with 4 New Ads - Mac Rumors

Apple Continues 'Get a Mac' Ad Campaign with 4 New Ads - Mac Rumors

AT&T Migrating 3G Network to 7.2 Mbps, Planning for 21 Mbps Later This Year? - Mac Rumors

AT&T Migrating 3G Network to 7.2 Mbps, Planning for 21 Mbps Later This Year? - Mac Rumors: "Telephony Online reports that AT&T is in the process of upgrading its 3G wireless network from the current 3.6 Mbps download standard to 7.2 Mbps. Several recent rumors have suggested that the next-generation iPhone due this summer will be able to take advantage of the higher speeds."

Mac Rumors: Apple Mac Rumors and News You Care About

Mac Rumors: Apple Mac Rumors and News You Care About: "The combined company, according to Oracle and Sun executives, will be able tweak and integrate its software to reduce costs and bugs, and to tighten security. Sun's computer designers, they said, can tailor hardware to the combined company's software, promising further gains in efficiency."

More Details of iPhone OS 3.0 'Voice Control' Emerge - Mac Rumors

More Details of iPhone OS 3.0 'Voice Control' Emerge - Mac Rumors: "Not much information is known at this time, but according to our own people familiar with the matter, Jibbler appears be an enhancement to the iPhone SpringBoard application, the Finder-esque app that acts as a launcher and will support the newly announced 3.0 Spotlight search. Jibbler may be controlled via the iPhone headset -- button squeezes could be used to record short voice segments from the user, which Jibbler will then interpret. Voice synthesis can then be used to give the user a response, similar to the latest generation iPod shuffle, which can 'read' playlists and track names -- the difference being that the iPhone hardware itself could handle real-time voice synthesis."

Steve Jobs' Medical Leave: Midpoint Speculation -- Seeking Alpha

Steve Jobs' Medical Leave: Midpoint Speculation -- Seeking Alpha: "Since Jobs and Apple aren’t talking, the WSJ reporters stitched together 2nd and 3rd hand accounts of how Apple is being run by COO Tim Cook as acting CEO with help from Jobs at home. The portrait is one of Jobs reviewing key details on current projects, as well as working on the future roadmap:

People privy to the company's strategy say Apple is working on new iPhone models and a portable device that is smaller than its current laptop computers but bigger than the iPhone or iPod Touch."

Will Consumers Line Up for the Next iPhone? -- Seeking Alpha

Will Consumers Line Up for the Next iPhone? -- Seeking Alpha: "Apple is obviously convinced they will. They’re buying up flash memory and planning on making about 100 million new iPhones this year. Heck, they’re even throwing a tablet into the mix. My only concern is this: once the Apple story gets old (Amazing UI! Great features! It’s Apple!), will the feature phones on the low end get more attention. In tough times it’s hard to drop three bills on a new iPhone, no matter how many magnetometers it contains. Your thoughts?"

Apple more lovable than other PC makers, survey says | Crave - CNET

Apple more lovable than other PC makers, survey says | Crave - CNET

According to data released by Forrester Research on Friday, during 2008 Apple enjoyed a decisive lead in the firm's Customer Experience Index (or CxPi). In short, this means Apple is supposedly the most lovely PC maker in the world, while Dell is the worst.

iPhone 3.0 Beta Galleries Illustrate New Features - Mac Rumors

iPhone 3.0 Beta Galleries Illustrate New Features - Mac Rumors: "World of Apple's gallery shows a number of features primarily related to music and podcast functionality, including several notable ones:

- Variable scrubbing speed during iPod playback. Provides users with four options to allow them to fine tune navigation within a track.
- Variable playback speed for podcasts. Options include 1/2x, 1x, and 2x speeds.
- Single-tap jump back for podcasts. Tap a single icon to rewind podcast playback by 30 seconds.
- Additional data for podcasts saved on iPhone. Saved podcasts now display run time, time left, and publication date."

- Ability to close all open Safari windows. Previously there was no ability to close the last remaining Safari window, but a red "x" is now functional in the page navigation, allowing users to close the final window, replacing it with a blank page.

- Battery percentage indicators. Allows users to view their remaining battery life as a percentage rather than just as an icon.

- Push notifications preferences. Allows users to toggle whether they want to allow push notifications as sounds, alerts, and/or badges.

- Expanded Data Detectors. Increased ability to automatically detect text such as e-mail addresses, phone numbers, and addresses and activate appropriate actions such as initiating a phone call or adding info to the Address Book when the items are touched.