Micromat today announced PodLock, a new file utility for Apple’s iPod. PodLock allows users to hide important files by creating an “invisible” partition on their iPod. “It’s like having a secret drive for your data files that only you can see by entering your personal password,” explains Christian Pickman, Product Manager of Micromat.
Read MoreThe Mozilla Foundation has released Firefox 1.0, the much anticipated final release of the alternative Web browser. Features of the strong Microsoft Internet Explorer competitor include popup window blocking, tabbed browsing, a comprehensive set of privacy tools, built-in Google search, live bookmarks, RSS integration, and more. Complete details are available from the Web site.
Read MoreMerrill Lynch has raised its iPod projections for unit sales to 3.5 million from 3 million in the December quarter, reports CBS Marketwatch. In addition, the investment firm raised its price target on Apple stock to US$61 and lifted its estimates for revenue in the quarter to $3.2 billion from $2.95 billion and now sees earnings per share at 45 cents.
Read MoreVirginia Tech’s G5-powered System X now ranks 7th among the world’s 500 most powerful supercomputers. The university’s supercomputer, now built from 1,100 dual 2.3GHz Xserve G5s, ranked 3rd in last year’s list when it was composed of 1,100 dual 2GHz Power Mac G5s. It should be noted, however, that the rebuilt System X performs 20 percent faster than the previous cluster. The drop was due to new submissions on the supercomputer ranking list.
Read MoreAt last week’s Billboard Digital Entertainment Awards, Apple CEO Steve Jobs was named Visionary of the Year, while Apple picked up an award for Brand of the Year. The company was beat out in the Innovator of the Year category by XM Satellite Radio, and in the Best Downloadable or Subscription Music Service by Real Networks.
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