Category: Apple
Researchers hack into iPhone via Web
Yowza! The iPhone can be hijacked? Tsk, tsk, tsk…not good, but not surprising either. Nowadays, more and more companies try to release more while downplaying quality – quantity over quality, which is a shame. I’m not saying all corporations do this, but in general, yes they do. Apple should’ve spent more time testing this kinda…
Run Linux apps on Windows or OS X with Lina
This month a California-based startup plans to release an application that will allow Windows, Mac, and Linux users to run Linux binaries without any modifications. Lina is a Linux virtual machine that allows users to run applications with the native look of their host operating system. It also lets you install applications with a mouse-click,…
Safari browser in Windows
Apple has finally released a version of Mac Safari that runs on Windows. The look and feel emulates the OS X version pretty good; however, I’ve given up on it [and back to using Firefox]. There’s a lot of bugs that need to be fixed! For example, on dual LCD Safari will not maximize on…
Mac OS X verbose mode on boot
If you, like me, come from a strong Linux background and have recently migrated to Mac OS X, then I think you’ll really find this tip helpful. As you may know, the OS X boot sequence details is hidden from the user by default; you basically only see the Apple logo and a load status…
OS X Leopard will not be released at WWDC in June
I’ve been running Tiger OS X on my MacBook Pro since I got it and because I’m an early-adopter type of person, I’m pretty excited to install and check out Leopard (new toy!). Unfortunately, due to Apple‘s push of the iPhone, Leopard won’t be released at the WWDC this coming June. Instead it will be some time in October. WWDC…
Essential OS X tools
Since my conversion to Mac OS X at home, I’ve been coming across and using some essential or must-have tools to get the most out of my Mac. Here’s my list in no particular order: Firefox – Best browser by far! StuffIt Expander – Like WinRAR/WinZip in Windows. coconutBattery – Gives you definitive information about…