Type of Article: MacNews Web Site

Worldwide mobile subscriptions to reach five billion by fourth quarter

Posted by | Jun 30, 2010 | , |

ABI Research (http://www.abiresearch.com) forecasts over five billion mobile subscriptions by the end of 2010, with an approximate 4.8 billion connections having been reached by the end of the year’s first quarter. Much of this growth will be registered in developing markets in Africa and the Asia-Pacific region.

Africa remains the fastest growing mobile market with a year-over-year growth of over 22%. Mobile penetration in Asia-Pacific will rise significantly to 65% by the end of 2010.

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iRecord Pro now ready for the iPad, iPhone 4, iOS 4

iRecord Pro now ready for the iPad, iPhone 4, iOS 4

Posted by | Jun 30, 2010 | , |

Streaming Networks (http://www.iRecord.com) has announced a new version of the iRecord Pro (PMR-200) with integrated support for the iPad, iPhone 4, and iOS 4. Movies and music can be installed on these devices simply by pressing a single button.

The new iRecord Pro (US$269.99) is also backward compatible with all members of the iPod and iPhone family including the fifth gen iPod nano. Existing iRecord Pro customers can have this same functionality with a software upgrade. (For current owners, the latest firmware is downloadable for $9.99.)

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International versions of Poser 8 available

Posted by | Jun 30, 2010 | , |

Smith Micro Software (http://www.smithmicro.com) has announced the international availability of Poser 8, the next generation of the 3D figure design and animation solution.

Poser 8 is now available in French and German language versions. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the Mac or PC version is US$249.99 with upgrades from previous versions priced at $129.99. An upgrade to Poser 8 will be offered to users with a valid serial number from Poser 4 or higher.

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Aero case for the iPad available in blue, pink

Aero case for the iPad available in blue, pink

Posted by | Jun 30, 2010 | , |

weight protective case for the iPad case. Its skin-tight, zero-flex polyurethane material enhances your grip when carrying and handling, and provides excellent impact protection from bumps and drops, according to the folks at RadTech.

The Aero is made from thermoplastic polyurethane. It features windowed access to display, buttons, switches, speakers and dock connector. The design also enhances the grip when carrying or handling the iPad.


The Aero is available in blue and pink. It’s fully washable and autoclavable

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