Archive for November, 2008

iTunes could be anti-theft weapon

November 17, 2008

iTunes could be anti-theft weapon It’s widely known that Apple has the ability remotely disable iPhone applications that pose a security risk to the device. Now a major newspaper has raised the idea this function could be a weapon against stolen devices.

Apple exec pushed for Linux iPhone

November 14, 2008

Apple exec pushed for Linux iPhone An established blogger covering Apple’s business claims the company’s iPod head pushed for the firm to use open source system Linux at the heart of the iPhone. The gossip has emerged in coverage of Tony Fadell’s departure from Apple.

Consumers willing to pay more for green

November 13, 2008

A holiday shopping survey finds the right products will fetch a better price. Given its already environmentally responsible products and packaging, it would seem a perfect storm is brewing for yet another very merry holiday shopping season for our favorite fruit company.

Apple search engine rumor raises queries

November 13, 2008

Apple search engine rumor raises queries Rumors are spreading that Apple may be working on its own search engine, possible to minimize dealings with Google. But there are several clues that the story may be exaggerated at best.

MacBook users petition Apple for FireWire

November 13, 2008

Over 16,000 people have signed a petition, and the industry association tasked with building out and promoting the connection standard is up in arms. Can Steve Jobs and Apple afford to ignore such a groundswell of protest?

Apple Store: 250 locations strong

November 12, 2008

From the original pair of stores—Tysons Corner, VA and Glendale, CA—that rang up their first sales on May 19, 2001 to the 250th location, which is scheduled to open this Friday, Apple’s retail division has grown to become a $6.3 billion operation that operates in eight countries.

Future MacBook could be lighter than Air

November 12, 2008

Future MacBook could be lighter than Air Apple is reportedly considering using carbon fiber in a redesigned MacBook Air. The switch would take the model’s weigh below three pounds for the first time.

Apple set to rock the holidays?

November 11, 2008

Previously, Blorge has reported that the credit crunch will bite Apple. Yet, new and conflicting data from a trio of sources highlights the complexity of measuring expectations, especially when it comes to our favorite fruit company.

Apple’s app-roval policy takes a new twist

November 11, 2008

Apple's app-roval policy takes a new twist Apple’s rejection of an Internet radio application put forward for the iTunes Apps store has caused confusion. Not only have three previous editions of the same app been approved, but the reason given is inconsistent.

Australia has the world’s cheapest iPods

November 10, 2008

Australia has the world's cheapest iPods Music lovers in Australia – including Blorge’s own John Pospisil – have something to celebrate. The country is now the cheapest place in the world to buy an iPod.


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