VirtualBox 3 brings 3D graphics support
Sun announced this week the availability of VirtualBox 3, the latest version of its open source virtualization solution. The new version introduces experimental 3D graphics support and the ability to expose multiple CPUs to guest operating systems. VirtualBox was originally developed by InnoTek, which was acquired by Sun last year. InnoTek launched an open source edition of VirtualBox in 2007, releasing most of the program's code under the GPL. Alongside the open source version, the company has continued to sell a commercial version that has additional features, such as a built-in RDP server and full USB support. VirtualBox is cross-platform compatible and is available for Linux, Windows, and Mac OS X. Click here to read the rest of this article
published today, 3 hours 33 minutes ago, ars-technica
Sony Ericsson's first Android phone leaked
Sony Ericsson's first Android smartphone will be a very high-end touchscreen device most likely taking the iPhone head on, a Danish scoop shows. Codenamed the "Rachel," the phone would fit into the XPERIA line occupied only by the X1 but would emphasize speed, according to Mobil. Like the Windows Mobile-based Toshiba TG01, it would have a very high-end 1GHZ Qualcomm Snapdragon processor at its h...
published today, 6 hours 34 minutes ago, macintosh-news-network
Week in Apple: Steve Jobs is back, Newton bugs, and lawsuits
July is finally here, proving that the world of Apple can in fact keep turning while Steve Jobs is away. This week's top Apple news examined the adoption rate of iPhone OS 3.0, a Newton bug, fraudulent iTunes gift cards, the disappearance of .Mac HomeSites, and more. Catch up here on the week that was with our news roundup—between throwing brats on the grill and checking out fireworks, of course. What's the uptake on iPhone OS 3.0? How quickly are users of Apple's mobile devices jumping on the 3.0 bandwagon? Conflicting data points from multiple sources give us anything but a clear answer. If you want to participate in our own poll on the matter, though, let us know whether you have upgraded yet and why (or why not). Impending Newton Y2K10 apocalypse narrowly averted: A dedicated Newton fan and hacker has developed a patch for Apple's long-since-discontinued PDAs that will keep them humming along just fine after this New Year's Eve. The patch isn't for the faint of heart, but then again, neither is using a 20-year-old PDA. Click here to read the rest of this article
published today, 8 hours 2 minutes ago, ars-technica
Countering rumor says Apple and NVIDIA "doing just fine"
Just as soon as one rumor has suggested trouble in the relationship between Apple and NVIDIA, a conflicting report now claims that the two are still on good terms.
published yesterday, 1 day 4 hours 59 minutes ago, appleinsider
Prototype iPhone 3GS on eBay? (No, No Matte Case) [Updated]
Cult of Mac reports on a "sketch-looking" non functional white iPhone that is being sold on eBay as a prototype iPhone 3GS.The seller says there’s a problem with restoring the software: “This device is not eligible for the re...
published yesterday, 1 day 5 hours 4 minutes ago, macrumors
'Naughty' dice app quietly denied by Apple?
Trichotomy Media is complaining that its Naughty Loaded Dice iPhone app has, possibly, been quietly rejected by Apple. The app has yet to receive an approval or a rejection after a month, and should therefore still be sitting in Apple's queue. The company notes that although the app does focus on bedroom activity, it still stays clear of any profanity or explicit images....
published yesterday, 1 day 5 hours 59 minutes ago, macintosh-news-network
iPhone dominates Japanese smartphone market
The iPhone is currently the best-selling smartphone in Japan, at least at retail, according to a recent survey. Gathered by research firm BCN, data from 2,300 stores shows the 8GB iPhone 3G as the most popular smartphone, followed by its 16GB sibling. Ranking third in the survey is the NTT DoCoMo Aquos SH-04A, designed by Sharp; RIM's BlackBerry Bold ranks sixth, and a full four slots in the lis...
published yesterday, 1 day 6 hours 29 minutes ago, macintosh-news-network
Clarendon Apple Store shooting sees one wounded
A shooting incident at the Clarendon Apple Store in Arlington, Virginia has left one wounded, news networks report. The shot was fired shortly after 10AM local time, and the victim has since been sent to a local hospital. Police have formed a perimeter around the area, hunting for a suspect still at large....
published yesterday, 1 day 7 hours 14 minutes ago, macintosh-news-network
Apple considers 'active' packaging for handhelds
Future iPhones and iPods from Apple could come in "active packaging," a recently-published patent application hints. Apple observes that while standard product packaging serves its essential purpose, it is also subject to limitations, such as an inability to showcase electronics in action without completely draining batteries. Similarly, should firmware updates become available, a store's invent...
published yesterday, 1 day 7 hours 39 minutes ago, macintosh-news-network
imeem opening own music store
imeem is gradually building its own music store that may afford it independence from Apple's iTunes or Amazon MP3, an investigation has found. Normally, those buying permanent copies of music from the site must go through an Amazon or iTunes link and buy it off-site; quietly, however, the company has been adding direct-download MP3 purchases of its own for certain artists, such as Iron and Wine. ...
published yesterday, 1 day 7 hours 44 minutes ago, macintosh-news-network