Queso
Oct 26, 04:13 AM
Then why not do the same with Office and windows game companies and X360 (no mac support)
If you mean the Office formats, then yes they should, since as with music Microsoft do not create the contained data, they just wrap a format around it. However there is a huge difference between DRMd media content and PC/XBox games. The games cost the companies millions to develop on each platform, and it is their intellectual property in the first place. Adding DRM to someone else's music takes a push of a button.
There has to be a dominant player in every market... THATS LIFE:confused:
I don't get your logic there at all. As I've just said, DRMd media isn't the same as software. If I didn't want a dominant Sony Walkman 20 years ago, I bought a Panasonic and my tapes still played. If I decided my Philips DVD Player was rubbish, I could buy a JVC and the DVDs still played. As far as I'm concerned, anything I OWN, I should have fair use rights over, even if I wish to change the make of my player. Steve Jobs makes a big deal about us OWNING our music when we buy from iTunes. If I truly own it, I should have the right to use it how I wish. Which is it?
:confused: Marginalisation:confused: How so??? Apple has continually raised the bar for other companies online stores and players to be better so that they can even compete with the iPod and iTS.
That part of the comment was aimed more at the Microsoft DRM. I've been locked out of two streaming services now that I used to pay for, simply because they suddenly started requiring Windows DRM. Flip4Mac want to add Windows DRM to their Mac product and re-open such services to Mac users, but Microsoft won't let them. There are Linux users similarly locked out of iTunes. Therefore I have to conclude that any one company having rights over my ability to access paid-for content on the Internet isn't in my or your interests, even if that company is Apple.
If DRM is necessary, it should be interoperable between different manufacturers. The aim of it should be to prevent illegal copying, not allow vendor lock in.
If you mean the Office formats, then yes they should, since as with music Microsoft do not create the contained data, they just wrap a format around it. However there is a huge difference between DRMd media content and PC/XBox games. The games cost the companies millions to develop on each platform, and it is their intellectual property in the first place. Adding DRM to someone else's music takes a push of a button.
There has to be a dominant player in every market... THATS LIFE:confused:
I don't get your logic there at all. As I've just said, DRMd media isn't the same as software. If I didn't want a dominant Sony Walkman 20 years ago, I bought a Panasonic and my tapes still played. If I decided my Philips DVD Player was rubbish, I could buy a JVC and the DVDs still played. As far as I'm concerned, anything I OWN, I should have fair use rights over, even if I wish to change the make of my player. Steve Jobs makes a big deal about us OWNING our music when we buy from iTunes. If I truly own it, I should have the right to use it how I wish. Which is it?
:confused: Marginalisation:confused: How so??? Apple has continually raised the bar for other companies online stores and players to be better so that they can even compete with the iPod and iTS.
That part of the comment was aimed more at the Microsoft DRM. I've been locked out of two streaming services now that I used to pay for, simply because they suddenly started requiring Windows DRM. Flip4Mac want to add Windows DRM to their Mac product and re-open such services to Mac users, but Microsoft won't let them. There are Linux users similarly locked out of iTunes. Therefore I have to conclude that any one company having rights over my ability to access paid-for content on the Internet isn't in my or your interests, even if that company is Apple.
If DRM is necessary, it should be interoperable between different manufacturers. The aim of it should be to prevent illegal copying, not allow vendor lock in.
kainjow
Apr 12, 07:51 PM
I read somehwere that stringByAddingPercentEscapesUsingEncoding is bugged right now. I'm not sure if thats true or not
Link?
Link?
Nitro1
Nov 30, 10:32 AM
Does anyone know of a music or CD rental service in the US. I am looking for one so i can listen to music before i buy they albums. Thanks
gnasher729
Mar 25, 12:54 PM
Hi
I'm trying to learn how NSFileManger works and I want to test out some methods with files that i have created. Let say the file name is called "testFile". Now the question is where do i put the file, in which folder? I tried the fileExistsAtPath method and it keeps giving me the file does not exist message. By the way, im using Xcode 4
Thank you for your precious time.
Hint: To do anything with a file, most operating system functions will want the complete path. That might be something like "/Users/freeme007/testFile" or "/Users/freeme007/Documents/testFile".
I'd have a look at the methods NSHomeDirectory and stringByAppendingPathComponent. They might come handy. And it would be very, very useful if you can figure out how to find their documentation.
I'm trying to learn how NSFileManger works and I want to test out some methods with files that i have created. Let say the file name is called "testFile". Now the question is where do i put the file, in which folder? I tried the fileExistsAtPath method and it keeps giving me the file does not exist message. By the way, im using Xcode 4
Thank you for your precious time.
Hint: To do anything with a file, most operating system functions will want the complete path. That might be something like "/Users/freeme007/testFile" or "/Users/freeme007/Documents/testFile".
I'd have a look at the methods NSHomeDirectory and stringByAppendingPathComponent. They might come handy. And it would be very, very useful if you can figure out how to find their documentation.
chuckles:)
Sep 12, 09:17 PM
oh ya, could someone explain what they mean by "gapless playback"?
Sierra Shadow
Jun 21, 08:39 PM
I'm thinking I'm going to go to either this one or sherman oaks, that is if they know they're going to have white iphones. Anyone have any experience lining up at this store?
From what I understand, there will be no white phones for a while. And I have heard that sherman oaks is better, not sure why.
From what I understand, there will be no white phones for a while. And I have heard that sherman oaks is better, not sure why.
jaston1979
Mar 11, 01:58 PM
I've heard 2 different stories on the tickets @ Best Buy.
1 - They are not able to be redeemed until tomorrow, March 12th
2- They can be used after launch @ 5 PM.
Any ideas on what the official story is?
Thanks!
-josh
1 - They are not able to be redeemed until tomorrow, March 12th
2- They can be used after launch @ 5 PM.
Any ideas on what the official story is?
Thanks!
-josh
holmesf
Apr 4, 01:43 PM
Hello,
For my Master's project I am looking to develop a WebGL application. The project will likely end up involving a huge amount of Javascript, and a small number of simple web pages (mostly to just act as containers for the WebGL). The Javascript will probably have an AJAX component.
My background, however, is mostly in the realm of strongly typed and compiled languages such as C/C++/Objective-C. Normally I use XCode to develop. I am a n00b when it comes to Javascript, though I do have some basic competence when it comes to web development.
So my questi
on is ... what is the best (or what are the best) IDEs to use for such a project?
It would be helpful to have integrated debugging, but I imagine this might not be possible since I am going to be using WebGL. In the least I would want syntax coloring, as strong error checking as possible prior to runtime, good facilities to manage lots of files and revisions, and some facilities to speed up workflow. Any advice?
For my Master's project I am looking to develop a WebGL application. The project will likely end up involving a huge amount of Javascript, and a small number of simple web pages (mostly to just act as containers for the WebGL). The Javascript will probably have an AJAX component.
My background, however, is mostly in the realm of strongly typed and compiled languages such as C/C++/Objective-C. Normally I use XCode to develop. I am a n00b when it comes to Javascript, though I do have some basic competence when it comes to web development.
So my questi
on is ... what is the best (or what are the best) IDEs to use for such a project?
It would be helpful to have integrated debugging, but I imagine this might not be possible since I am going to be using WebGL. In the least I would want syntax coloring, as strong error checking as possible prior to runtime, good facilities to manage lots of files and revisions, and some facilities to speed up workflow. Any advice?
Xapphire13
Oct 16, 03:33 AM
Listening to the album now =]... so far it's AWESOME... on track 4 =]
Frobozz
Sep 13, 11:10 AM
am i the only one a little disappointed at the Apple announcements?
Here's why:
1- only 1 studio signed on for movies, they are purchases, not rentals also.
This is to be expected. Once these take off like wildfire, other studios will fall in line when the realize how much money they're losing. There is precedent for this with Apple's music purchases, so it make sense.
2- ipod changes are not dramatic, more like minor tweaks. Ipod nano even is using an older case design. video ipod is a serious letdown, looks like they can't get the 16:9 model working.
I disagree here. While I think the iPod Nano design is less sexy than before, it's also 1000% less scratchable. While it doesn't bother me much, my black Nano looks more beat up than either of my mini's.
As for the "true video iPod"-- this is Apple waiting to strike until the iron is hot. You can't release all your hot stuff in one go. They have to let it trickle out to maintain momentum. iTV was a good pre-release product and the regular iPods added searching and games that are a VERY NICE new feature.
3- no ipod/smartphone/treo type device.
... nor did anyone think one of these was coming. Maybe an iPhone, but that is clearly not coming until 2007 the last I heard. A lot of people wanted to believe it might come out earlier, but that was just unrealistic.
it is like apple knew they didnt have great announcements so they announced the Itv device.
Well, that is an interesting take on it. You might have something there. However, this was an important thing to pre-announce given the movie announcement. Apple needs people who are purchasing movies to know they can play them on a TV in an easy way. This is buyer's security. They know if they start buying them now they will be able to play them on something other than their iPod or Mac. It also was foreshadowing concerning Apple's HD solutions. Right now you can buy movies and shows in ED (enhanced definition / DVD), whereas previously you could only buy in SD (standard defintion / NTSC.)
To support their movie download and playback strategy, Apple without saying it outright, admitted to having an HD solution which will work with upcoming movie downloads at native HD resolutions, using 802.11n for wireless streaming.
Here's why:
1- only 1 studio signed on for movies, they are purchases, not rentals also.
This is to be expected. Once these take off like wildfire, other studios will fall in line when the realize how much money they're losing. There is precedent for this with Apple's music purchases, so it make sense.
2- ipod changes are not dramatic, more like minor tweaks. Ipod nano even is using an older case design. video ipod is a serious letdown, looks like they can't get the 16:9 model working.
I disagree here. While I think the iPod Nano design is less sexy than before, it's also 1000% less scratchable. While it doesn't bother me much, my black Nano looks more beat up than either of my mini's.
As for the "true video iPod"-- this is Apple waiting to strike until the iron is hot. You can't release all your hot stuff in one go. They have to let it trickle out to maintain momentum. iTV was a good pre-release product and the regular iPods added searching and games that are a VERY NICE new feature.
3- no ipod/smartphone/treo type device.
... nor did anyone think one of these was coming. Maybe an iPhone, but that is clearly not coming until 2007 the last I heard. A lot of people wanted to believe it might come out earlier, but that was just unrealistic.
it is like apple knew they didnt have great announcements so they announced the Itv device.
Well, that is an interesting take on it. You might have something there. However, this was an important thing to pre-announce given the movie announcement. Apple needs people who are purchasing movies to know they can play them on a TV in an easy way. This is buyer's security. They know if they start buying them now they will be able to play them on something other than their iPod or Mac. It also was foreshadowing concerning Apple's HD solutions. Right now you can buy movies and shows in ED (enhanced definition / DVD), whereas previously you could only buy in SD (standard defintion / NTSC.)
To support their movie download and playback strategy, Apple without saying it outright, admitted to having an HD solution which will work with upcoming movie downloads at native HD resolutions, using 802.11n for wireless streaming.
drew.bowser
May 4, 04:55 PM
The base 27" last week was a 3.2 ghz i3... You sure your details are right?
the base i3 was 5900+ 32 bit and 6650+ 64 bit (geekbench scores)
5950 to 7950 32 bit
6650 to 8625 64 bit
for the same price seems like a nice upgrade to me.
NOW there was an upgrade from the 3.2 i3 to a 3.6 i5 dual...if I remember correctly.
the base i3 was 5900+ 32 bit and 6650+ 64 bit (geekbench scores)
5950 to 7950 32 bit
6650 to 8625 64 bit
for the same price seems like a nice upgrade to me.
NOW there was an upgrade from the 3.2 i3 to a 3.6 i5 dual...if I remember correctly.
MacRumorUser
Mar 23, 04:36 AM
Is it supposed to be a hardware fix and a new edition of the PS3 or will it be some sort of firmware fix.
Has the current PS3 even got a proper hardware scaler ? If not it will have to be hardware update.
Has the current PS3 even got a proper hardware scaler ? If not it will have to be hardware update.
iGary
Mar 7, 12:36 PM
Fred Miranda's Intellisharpen and Velvia Vision for Photoshop. (http://www.fredmiranda.com/software/)
Sparky9292
May 6, 02:51 PM
Wirelessly posted (Mozilla/5.0 (iPhone; U; CPU iPhone OS 4_3_2 like Mac OS X; en-us) AppleWebKit/533.17.9 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/5.0.2 Mobile/8H7 Safari/6533.18.5)
Ok since AT&T; is cracking down on free tethering via MyWi, Pdanet, or TetherMe, Developers are trying to be stealthy about it.
The way you can test if these apps are hidden from AT&T; is to actually purchase the metered tethering plan for one month
Then install PdaNet and see if it shows up on your bill.
Ok since AT&T; is cracking down on free tethering via MyWi, Pdanet, or TetherMe, Developers are trying to be stealthy about it.
The way you can test if these apps are hidden from AT&T; is to actually purchase the metered tethering plan for one month
Then install PdaNet and see if it shows up on your bill.
jelloshotsrule
May 5, 08:41 PM
Originally posted by BeerDrinker29
I was doing my part, downloading the archive like any good Macrumor visitor would, to see if it was worth buying..
But it wont decompress. It gives me an error in X
i'm having a problem decompressing as well....
I was doing my part, downloading the archive like any good Macrumor visitor would, to see if it was worth buying..
But it wont decompress. It gives me an error in X
i'm having a problem decompressing as well....
jbromer
Apr 18, 10:45 AM
Hi again :)
Now I'm looking for some cases for my iPhones (3GS and 4), and
I was thinking to buy these cases (Feather cases by Incipio):
http://www.myincipio.com/iPhone-4-Cases-Accessories/Incipio-iPhone-4-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
http://www.myincipio.com/iPhone-3G-3GS-Cases-Accessories/Incipio-iPhone-3G-3GS-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
But I'd like to know if these cases are really good.
I've been searching through other pages but Incipio is one of the pages who takes less for shipping them + 3GS case has 50% of discount.
Also I was thinking about buying Zagg's screen protectors for 3GS and 4.
Is this a good deal?
Thanks in advance ;)
I like the Feather a lot, used it for both the 3G and the 4. It is IMO, one of the best Snap-type cases, and adds almost no bulk. But it really has very minimal protection, so if that is a concern, look elsewhere. The screen protectors it comes with are crap - they never stick around the edges. Can't really comment on Zagg though.
I would order through amazon if you do buy it. You can find them there for $12-15, and likely with free shipping/no tax.
Now I'm looking for some cases for my iPhones (3GS and 4), and
I was thinking to buy these cases (Feather cases by Incipio):
http://www.myincipio.com/iPhone-4-Cases-Accessories/Incipio-iPhone-4-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
http://www.myincipio.com/iPhone-3G-3GS-Cases-Accessories/Incipio-iPhone-3G-3GS-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
But I'd like to know if these cases are really good.
I've been searching through other pages but Incipio is one of the pages who takes less for shipping them + 3GS case has 50% of discount.
Also I was thinking about buying Zagg's screen protectors for 3GS and 4.
Is this a good deal?
Thanks in advance ;)
I like the Feather a lot, used it for both the 3G and the 4. It is IMO, one of the best Snap-type cases, and adds almost no bulk. But it really has very minimal protection, so if that is a concern, look elsewhere. The screen protectors it comes with are crap - they never stick around the edges. Can't really comment on Zagg though.
I would order through amazon if you do buy it. You can find them there for $12-15, and likely with free shipping/no tax.
sregorcinimod
Apr 22, 11:54 PM
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2807
Apr 9, 01:05 PM
It's either or... not both simultaneously.
Ok, thanks.
So: I do believe I can have both Bootcamp and Fusion.. Do they both access the same "Windows" install where I can see my files and stuff? Or is at two separate installs of Windows each only accessible solo?
I hope I can "see" the same Windows 7 via either one. I can use Fusion for quick access and Bootcamp for heavy lifting?
If so, what is the protocol for install?
Thanks
Ok, thanks.
So: I do believe I can have both Bootcamp and Fusion.. Do they both access the same "Windows" install where I can see my files and stuff? Or is at two separate installs of Windows each only accessible solo?
I hope I can "see" the same Windows 7 via either one. I can use Fusion for quick access and Bootcamp for heavy lifting?
If so, what is the protocol for install?
Thanks
tablo13
Dec 19, 10:11 PM
You can download the firmwares from http://www.felixbruns.de/iPod/firmware/ and do the Shift key + Restore in iTunes.
Dave Braine
Apr 12, 11:14 AM
Try another Firewire cable or another computer to see if the one that you have is OK. The camcorder needs to be switched to the playback position. Have you got iMovie to try?
Colinwoods84
Apr 27, 03:24 PM
well what is the best quality I can get from a rip? Ive got like 256kbps 128 320 its all over the place
ZilogZ80
Mar 31, 12:52 PM
Right, that's why Android has taken over the #1 spot in the mobile space
Irrelevant. Just because Android is the lowest common denominator doesn't make it better. Nor does it mean that Apple aren't going to carry on making huge profits. Consider the case of OSX/Windows if you need help understanding this.
and why there are threads with thousands of people asking daily for jailbreak updates? lol
So there are thousands of people who stupidly didn't do their research and bought the wrong product. Compare that to the millions of satisfied customers who don't spend all day whining on the internet.
Irrelevant. Just because Android is the lowest common denominator doesn't make it better. Nor does it mean that Apple aren't going to carry on making huge profits. Consider the case of OSX/Windows if you need help understanding this.
and why there are threads with thousands of people asking daily for jailbreak updates? lol
So there are thousands of people who stupidly didn't do their research and bought the wrong product. Compare that to the millions of satisfied customers who don't spend all day whining on the internet.
benhollberg
Mar 16, 08:41 AM
If your not here right now don't plan on coming down. People leaving the line because only 16 GB WiFi only black. Verizon all models in white and 32 GB black.
rosalindavenue
Dec 10, 05:51 AM
There was a thread citing this blog post (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Murphy/?p=479) earlier this week that said that G4 costs apple something like US $72 ; while the current pentium m predecessor to the yonah is more than US $240. These are volume prices to the manufacturers. So unless apple is going to cut corners somewhere else I think the intel books will cost at least a little more.