No more NBC shows on iTunes, says Apple.
Looks like Apple will no longer be selling the next season of NBC shows on it’s iTunes Store. NBC supposedly wanted to charge upwards of $4.99 per episode compared to Apple’s current $1.99 price point. The contract with NBC ends in December but Apple would rather remove them now so purchasers aren’t cut off mid-season.
“We are disappointed to see NBC leave iTunes because we would not agree to their dramatic price increase,� said Eddy Cue, Apple’s vice president of iTunes. “We hope they will change their minds and offer their TV shows to the tens of millions of iTunes customers.�
Apple updates iPhoto ‘08 to 7.0.2
Apple has updated it’s popular image organizing software, iPhoto ‘08, to version 7.0.2 and fixes the following issues:
Publishing to .Mac Web Gallery, rebuilding thumbnails, and editing books. It also addresses a number of other minor issues.
The update is available via Software Update or on Apple’s website.
Apple Special Event on September 5
It has been confirmed, Apple is holding a special media event on September 5th, dubbed “The beat goes on.” at the Moscone West Convention Center in San Francisco at 10am.
It is rumored that new iPod nano’s will be announced and a new 6th-generation video iPod. No word on if the event’s slogan suggests that the full Beatles’ catalog will be available on iTunes at this event. MacRumors is reporting that the Cover Flow interface on the invitation may suggest it could be added to the newly announced models.
Amadeus Pro audio editor updated to 1.1
Amadeus Pro, a popular Mac audio editor has been updated to version 1.1 and fixes various bugs and adds support for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard so you’re ready to edit in October when Leopard is released. Those of you who use Audio Units and VST plug-ins, improved support is added in this version and now includes an Audio Units rack.
It is free for version 1.0 users of Amadeus Pro and new users can purchase a license for $40.
- Improved support for Audio Units and for VST plug-ins
- Support for Audio Units with Cocoa user interface
- Added an Audio Units rack
- Adds toolbar items to control the selection
- Adds new “Fade In”, “Fade Out” and “Add Marker” toolbar items
- Supports multichannel AIFF files
- Allows to name markers created during recording
- Smoother “scrubbing” when click-dragging into the timescale while playing
- Compatible with Mac OS 10.5 “Leopard”
- Extended user manual
BeLight updates Disc Cover to 1.5
BeLight Software has updated it’s popular disc labeling utility, Disc Cover, to version 1.5 and adds things such as Leopard beta compatiblity, support for Primera printers, new paper formats, and more.
- Improved compatibility with Mac OS X Leopard Beta (version 10.5).
- Substantially improved support for Primera printers (Bravo SE, Bravo II, Bravo Pro).
- Support for Imation D20 Disc Publisher printer.
- Support for new Canon printers added.
- Paper formats Avery, Staples, Pelican and more has been updated.
- Support for Verbatim Digital Vinyl CD-R added.
- Importing pictures from iPhoto 6.0.6 and higher is fixed.
- Bleed and cut marks export corrected.
- Problem with changing shape of Smart Shapes with an inserted image is solved.
Disc Cover is available for $34.95 at BeLight’s website and version 1.5 is a free update for existing users.
Three More Skin Cases for the iPhone
Good: DLO Jam Jacket
We had previously reviewed this case, so here’s a summary of what we liked about it: the headphone management is unique to this case, but only works perfectly with the headset included with the iPhone. Combined with this unique feature, it has excellent protection but it is a bit thin compared to other skin cases. | $24.99 www.dlo.com
Better: Marware SportGrip
The SportGrip from Marware is the second best protecting skin-type case for the iPhone. It is much thicker than other cases and the most comfortable in your hands. It is also the cheapest at $14.95 and is available in black, blue, pink, and clear. On the back of the skin is a contoured design that offers an extra “hump” of silicone on the back for both comfort and protection. Headphone access is not restricted, but the front of the iPhone isn’t very protected. | $14.95 www.marware.com
Best: iSkin Revo
This is by far our favorite of the skin-type cases available for the iPhone, it offers several nice features including: a privacy filter to keep prying eyes out, anti-microbial protection to eliminate germs, a textured grip to prevent slipping, and lastly a plastic visor to protect the screen while not in use. What we loved was the multiple colors that the Revo is available in, but what we didn’t like was that the visor sometimes got in the way of answering a call as you have to take it off to use the screen and answer the call. The privacy film was also a plus and worked great to keep others from looking at your screen and the grip prevented the iPhone from slipping out of your hand. Just like the Jam Jacket though, it was a bit thin, but it offered the best protection. | $39.99 www.iskin.com
Review: Logitech AudioStation Express
Logitech is a relatively new player in the iPod accessory market and has recently released two products in their AudioStation line. Today, we’ll be taking a look at the AudioStation Express.
Review: Tactile Pro 2.0 Keyboard
If you’re old enough to remember the IBM Model M keyboards or Apple Extended Keyboards, they had the great Alps keyswitches built into them. These switches made a nice, yet annoying, clickity clackity sound that users have come to love. Now, Matias has recreated it for the Mac - it’s the Tactile Pro 2.0. Continue reading…
Review: XtremeMac Luna
Altec Lansing was one of the first creators of speakers for the iPod with their inMotion line of products. Other manufacturers have followed - and one stands out the most, XtremeMac. The new XtremeMac claims its Luna speaker system for the iPod is a revolutionary alarm clock and room audio system, we’re here to put it through its paces in our new Mac series of articles, iConnect. Continue reading…
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