Apple iPhone Okay with Third Party Software

Apple changed its mind about third party software being used on the Apple iPhone. Previously, Apple was very adamant about not allowing any software not created by the company to be used with the iPhone. Now it seems that Apple has taken an about face on the issue. On Wednesday, Steve Jobs posted a message to his website saying that Apple will now allow those third party application to work with the iPhone. Many users downloaded software from the Internet for their iPhones, taking the risk that installing the programs would not damage their iPhones. If it did, the warranty … Continue reading

iPhone Customers Get Paid

In the short time since the iPhone price drop was announced, Apple has received hundreds of e-mail messages from disgruntled customers upset about the $200 price reduction that took place a mere two months from the original iPhone release. Even Matt Lauer of the Today show seemed visibly annoyed as he held up his 8GB iPhone, purchased for the full price of $599. In an open letter to all iPhone customers, Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple explained more fully the reasons for the price change, saying “I am sure that we are making the correct decision to lower the … Continue reading

When Do We Draw the Line for the Media?

I was searching tonight for some pop culture news. Kim Kardashian got married, but I couldn’t care less. Minka Kelly and Derek Jeter broke up – boring. So, I turned to my old friend TMZ. Okay, Chaz Bono signs on for “Dancing with the Stars,” former NBA player charged with murder, and then I hit the supposed Steve Jobs post-resignation picture. Wow. The reason I say supposed is that the photo looks a bit fake to me, but if it is Steve, it is obvious he doesn’t have long to live. Everyone knows Jobs has had pancreatic cancer for at … Continue reading

Computing Review: September 1st Through September 7th

The technology that we have at our fingertips is amazing. I am constantly surprised at how much it has become part of our daily lives, from making home tasks easier, such as looking up a new recipe online, to bringing so much to to our door, uh keyboard; knowledge, entertainment and both old and new friends. I hope that you have been enjoying this blog, and I would love to hear your comments, suggestions and thoughts. Meanwhile, why not catch up on any articles that you might have missed? Here is the Computing Blog Week in Review for September 1st … Continue reading