Apple Releases iTunes 10.1 (PING Now Removeable!)

November 15, 2010


SoftwareUpdateBy Darrell Etherington Nov. 12, 2010, 10:29am PDT via Gigaom

Apple just pushed out iTunes version 10.1 via Software Update. The update brings the ability to use AirPlay to stream video from iTunes to the new Apple TV, the ability to sync with iPhone, iPad or iPod touch devices running iOS 4.2 (yet to be released), and a number of stability improvements.

Many expected version 10.1 of Apple’s Mac audio/video management software to arrive this Wednesday, in advance of a Friday release of the iOS 4.2 update. New rumors suggest that the 4.2 release was delayed until next Tuesday, however, and today’s release of the iTunes update is in keeping with that updated timeline.

To update your copy of iTunes, just run “Software Update” from the OS X Menu Bar and it should appear. Let us know if you have any problems with the new version in the comments.

UPDATE: Checking out the new version reveals another, unadvertised feature. You can now remove Ping from your source menu via iTunes>Preferences. Simply uncheck the box next to it as shown in the screenshot below. Great addition, Apple!

Filed under Apple iPhone, Apple Mac, Mobiles

How Phones Get Tested And Abused By Manufacturers

November 15, 2010


By Kat Hannaford on November 12, 2010 at 10:30 PM at Gizmodo

We might have a few issues with Nokia and their phones, but there’s no disputing they’re made from hardy stuff. It’s why we recall our first handsets so fondly – those drops barely scuffed the fascia, unlike today’s fancy blowers.

Like a car manufacturer crash-test dummying their new wheels, Nokia (and other manufacturers) use rigorous test methods with their phones. Most, like this washing machine of pain, simulate real-life usage – seen in the video above, a pair of Nokia N8 phones rattle about to replicate the act of falling from a shirt pocket onto the ground.

Nokia claims they employ over 200 endurance tests with each new model, including forcing them into extreme weather situations of -40C to 85C and over; high humidity levels; and of course the good ol’ button-mashing. [Nokia Conversations]

Filed under Mobiles, Nokia

Which smartphone grills best?

November 15, 2010


I saw this little ditty on Gizmodo and had to repost the video!

Which smartphone grills best? You’d be suprised actually!

Wonder if work will let me run this comparison? Muahahahahaha!

Filed under Android, Apple iPhone, Mobiles

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