Type of Article: MacNews News Article

‘MacVoices’ looks at Voyager astronomy software

Posted by | Mar 1, 2010 | |

On the new “MacVoices” (http://www.macvoices.com), Tim Debenedictis of Carinia Software talks about the history of their astronomy software, Voyager, and how it has gone mobile as an iPhone app.

“MacVoices” is an Internet show and podcast that delivers in-depth discussions with the most influential people in the Mac industry, as well as “the individuals who are out there making it happen on the front lines of the global Apple community,” according to host Chuck Joiner.

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CODi introduces iPad sleeve

CODi introduces iPad sleeve

Posted by | Feb 28, 2010 | |

CODi (http://www.codidirect.com), a provider of mobility solutions, announced today that it has in stock a new case solution for the upcoming iPad as part of its Capsule series of neoprene sleeves. It costs US$19.99 and will be available when the Apple device ships in late March.

The Capsule Neoprene Sleeve for the iPad features a contrasting breathable spacer fabric front with red contrast stitching detail and is designed to protect the iPad from bumps and scratches. Capsule sleeves keep the iPad secure but provide access to the tablet with a flip of the envelope closure.

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Apple says child labor was used at some Chinese factories

Apple says child labor was used at some Chinese factories

Posted by | Feb 27, 2010 | , |

Apple has admitted that child labour was used at the Chinese factories that build its Macs, iPods and iPhones, reports the “Telegraph” web site (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/7330986/Apple-admits-using-child-labour-in-China.html?).

At least eleven 15-year-old children were discovered to be working last year in three factories that supply the company. Apple didn’t name the offending factories, or say where they were based, but the majority of its goods are assembled in China.

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dBelement bypasses the Apple App Store and releases Reader app

dBelement bypasses the Apple App Store and releases Reader app

Posted by | Feb 27, 2010 | |

dBelement has announced Reader (http://dbelement.com/apps/reader) for the iPhone, Droid, iPad and virtually any modern mobile device. It’s an web app ebook reader.

Reader offers an organized bookshelf interface. It bypasses the entire Apple App Store process. You can try it for free; registration is

With Reader you can check out books from a free public library, as well as add your own books. You can add news articles, essays, or ebooks from your computer right into Reader using the BookManager.

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TuneWear releases new iPhone/iPod earphones

Posted by | Feb 26, 2010 | |

TuneWear (http://www.TuneWear.com) is shipping the US$49.95 TuneSonic Crystal with Mic & Control earphones for the iPhone and iPod. It’s available in chrome silver or crystal pink versions.

The TuneSonic Crystal with Mic & Control is an in-ear type earphone employing a 9mm neodymium rare-earth magnet driver. It houses “Swarovski Elements” rhinestones on its smooth aluminum body.

The earphone cable is protected with a magnetic shielding, and the 3.5mm stereo mini-jack is 24k gold plated. The Y-connector on the cable is rubber protected.

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