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Mon 17Posted by Toby Wellington on . No responses
While a beta version of the new feature has been around since February, today marks the day that all Skype users can take advantage of Skype's video messaging service. The feature lets users send up to three minute videos to anyone on their contacts list, even if that user is offline. The new update is available on both the desktop version of Skype as well as iOS and other mobile platforms. Skype markets the feature as a way to video chat with friends who's schedules don't match up. -
Mon 17Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
The official Steve Jobs biography by Walter Isaacson will be released on paperback on September 10, 2013. This news has come out of Simon & Schuster, the book's publisher. Though this paperback will be mostly the same as the readily available hardcover and eBook, the publisher has stated that the book will be given an afterword that was not included with previous versions. As of now, the price of the book is still unknown, though we're expecting it to be cheaper than that of the hardcover. Aside from a new afterward, the paperback will be given a new cover that features ... more -
Mon 17Posted by Joshua Schnell on . No responses
Dragon Dictate is the best-selling voice recognition software on the market. With this powerful piece of software, you can give voice commands to your computer, and it will carry them out. You can dictate emails, take notes, or capture your thoughts without a single keystroke. Normally this software costs $200, but for a limited time we're bringing it to you for half-price, just $99.99. You can grab Dragon Dictate here. -
Mon 17Posted by Kaylie Moise on . No responses
With the Facebook event just around the corner, people have been speculating about what "big ideas" the company is planning to announce. Well, it looks like Facebook could unveil a new feature for its Instagram service that would let people take and share short videos, similar to the Vine app. It's really just a rumor at this point, but according to TechCrunch, this could be one of Facebook's announcements at the event on June 20. TechCrunch also notes that the information has not been confirmed, and could actually even be an "intentional blind alley" to throw people off the ... more -
Mon 17Posted by Kaylie Moise on . No responses
Netflix has signed a new deal with DreamWorks, which just so happens to be the biggest deal for original content in Netflix history. In a recent press release, Netflix announced a multi-year deal with DreamWorks Animation that will give members in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, and Europe exclusive access to new original TV series based on some of the studio's most loved franchises and characters. DreamWorks, whose global hits include Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon, promises over 300 hours of new programming. The deal marks the first time that DreamWorks Animation's characters will ... more -
Mon 17Posted by Kaylie Moise on . No responses
In light of the recent PRISM scandal, Apple has decided to speak up and reaffirm its commitment to customer privacy by releasing an official statement on its website. Apple also repeated that it first heard of the government's PRISM program when the media asked about it on June 6. Apple went on to explain just how it handles government requests for customer content. Apple explained that it "does not provide any government agency with direct access to our servers, and any government agency requesting customer content must get a court order." Apple, with permission from the U.S. government, is ... more -
Sun 16Posted by Joshua Schnell on . No responses
DSP-Quattro 4 is an easy to use, multi-purpose audio editing program for the Mac. From standard audio editing and recording to more advanced audio mastering, this program does it all, making it perfect for novices and professionals alike. It comes with a high quality suite of audio editing tools as well as audio mastering and burning capabilities. It also has a ton of built-in digital effects. Normally DSP-Quattro 4 would cost you $99, but for a limited time we're bringing it to you for less than half-price, only $39.99. You can grab it here. -
Sat 15Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
Yesterday was a big day for iPhone and iPad users in Canada. Rogers Wireless and Telus announced that they will both begin selling the LTE-enabled iPad and iPad mini within the "coming weeks." On the iPhone side of things, yesterday Wind Mobile started to sell iPhone 5-compatible Nano SIM cards. Though Canadian iPad users were long able to purchase data plans for their tablets, the iPad has never been available for purchase at their local phone shop. However, that is about to change for both Rogers and Telus customers. Both carriers will be selling the iPad and iPad mini on contract-free ... more -
Sat 15Posted by Andrew Kunesh on . No responses
The folks at Teehan + Lax, an Internet startup and the creators of Medium, Readability, and others, have recently uploaded a GUI, or graphical user-interface, PSD kit for iOS 7. This kit includes Photoshop files for the iOS 7 keyboard, menus, and other graphical elements. All of the included elements are meant for the iPhone 5 and are all optimized for the Retina display. Alongside the individual elements, there are a ton of sample screenshots included with the pack. It's worth noting that this GUI pack will likely change many times before iOS 7 is released to the public due ... more -
Sat 15Posted by Michael McConnell on . No responses
WWDC had some pretty positive news for gamers. Both OS X and iOS are going to be getting built in API’s for game controllers. We saw a unique use of Bluetooth to create a mash up of toys and video games. It's been a really, really interesting week on the iOS gaming front with iOS 7 APIs. Anywho, we have another round up of games for you. First we have Zynga’s entry into the endless runner genre. Next is a browser game that evokes post punk and artiness to create something unique. Then we have a free to play RPG ... more
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