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Buffalo unveils DriveStation 2Share HDD/NAS 
Buffalo Technology has unveiled the DriveStation 2Share external hard drive, which can be used either as a traditional hard disk to backup a single computer, or networked to allow sharing between several computers. The 2Share is available in 500GB, 640GB of 1TB capacities, all using one or two 3.5-inch 7,200rpm SATA drives. The models connect to computers via USB 2.0, and a network via Ethernet....MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Buffalo Technology has unveiled the DriveStation 2Share external hard drive, which can be used either as a traditional hard disk to backup a single computer, or networked to allow sharing between several computers. The 2Share is available in 500GB, 640GB of 1TB capacities, all using one or two 3.5-inch 7,200rpm SATA drives. The models connect to computers via USB 2.0, and a network via Ethernet....MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
iPhone fake from China's Iorgane spotted
While China does not officially get the iPhone, one Chinese company has made a very similar-looking copy of one, officially called the Wang TouchCool orange F4. The company responsible, Iorgane, not only copied the look of the popular Apple device, but many of the functions are similar as well. For example, a similar touch interface is used, and a gyroscope will turn the screen 90 degrees when the...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
While China does not officially get the iPhone, one Chinese company has made a very similar-looking copy of one, officially called the Wang TouchCool orange F4. The company responsible, Iorgane, not only copied the look of the popular Apple device, but many of the functions are similar as well. For example, a similar touch interface is used, and a gyroscope will turn the screen 90 degrees when the...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Forum roundup: Applecare benefits, Mac mini no more
Rumors that production of the Mac mini will stop has caused concern for some members of the MacNN forums, and others hope that a better replacement is in the works. Forum goers debate the practicality of buying Applecare in response to one users question "is Applecare worth it?" Members discuss the performance differences between the 5400 and 7200 hard drive speeds in the new MacBook and MacBoo...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Rumors that production of the Mac mini will stop has caused concern for some members of the MacNN forums, and others hope that a better replacement is in the works. Forum goers debate the practicality of buying Applecare in response to one users question "is Applecare worth it?" Members discuss the performance differences between the 5400 and 7200 hard drive speeds in the new MacBook and MacBoo...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Verizon settles Klausner voicemail lawsuit
A lawsuit filed by Klausner Technologies regarding visual voicemail technology was filed against a number of wireless providers earlier this summer, and one of those companies, Verizon Wireless, has decided to settle it out of court, according to a Friday report. Klausner reportedly granted Verizon Wireless and its subsidiary, Vodafone Group, a patent license, allowing it to use the voice message ...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
A lawsuit filed by Klausner Technologies regarding visual voicemail technology was filed against a number of wireless providers earlier this summer, and one of those companies, Verizon Wireless, has decided to settle it out of court, according to a Friday report. Klausner reportedly granted Verizon Wireless and its subsidiary, Vodafone Group, a patent license, allowing it to use the voice message ...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
deCarta announces location-based API for iPhone
deCarta is releasing an API for iPhone developers, allowing them to include the company's location-based technology in their applications. deCarta Mobile's client/server platform works with GPS and celltower-based location services, permitting users to plan routes and pan, zoom or add pin overlays to maps. The company notes that there are already 300 iPhone apps available that use location-based t...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
deCarta is releasing an API for iPhone developers, allowing them to include the company's location-based technology in their applications. deCarta Mobile's client/server platform works with GPS and celltower-based location services, permitting users to plan routes and pan, zoom or add pin overlays to maps. The company notes that there are already 300 iPhone apps available that use location-based t...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Gefen unveils rack-mounted switcher for HDMI v1.3
Gefen has released a 3x1 rack-mounted switcher with support for HDMI v1.3. "Always on" switching allows users to instantly change between three 1080p HDMI inputs, such as a Blu-Ray player, Apple TV or Sony Playstation 3. The output can be connected to an HD monitor or projector and it works with the latest generation of HDMI, which includes supports features such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS master aud...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Gefen has released a 3x1 rack-mounted switcher with support for HDMI v1.3. "Always on" switching allows users to instantly change between three 1080p HDMI inputs, such as a Blu-Ray player, Apple TV or Sony Playstation 3. The output can be connected to an HD monitor or projector and it works with the latest generation of HDMI, which includes supports features such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS master aud...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Firefox 3.1 Beta explores multi-touch gesture support
Developers of Firefox 3.1 Beta are exploring multi-touch gesture functions that might be used in the official release, according to Mozilla blogger Edward Lee. One Bugzilla enhancement has already been resolved which allows three-finger gestures on the MacBook Pro trackpads. Two related bugs designed for implementation on Mac OS are in the process of review and have already received patches....MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Developers of Firefox 3.1 Beta are exploring multi-touch gesture functions that might be used in the official release, according to Mozilla blogger Edward Lee. One Bugzilla enhancement has already been resolved which allows three-finger gestures on the MacBook Pro trackpads. Two related bugs designed for implementation on Mac OS are in the process of review and have already received patches....MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Apple deals: refurb Macs, Time Capsule, more
A vast selection of refurbished Macs are currently being offered at Apple's online store at discount prices. The 20-inch iMac with 1GB of memory, 250GB hard drive and 2.4GHz processor is priced at $999. Get a Mac Pro with 2.8GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon processor, 2GB of memory and 320GB hard drive for $1,999. Currently one MacBook model, in white, is being offered at $1049 with a 2.4GHz processor,...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
A vast selection of refurbished Macs are currently being offered at Apple's online store at discount prices. The 20-inch iMac with 1GB of memory, 250GB hard drive and 2.4GHz processor is priced at $999. Get a Mac Pro with 2.8GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon processor, 2GB of memory and 320GB hard drive for $1,999. Currently one MacBook model, in white, is being offered at $1049 with a 2.4GHz processor,...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
MacPractice EMR update simplifies patient billing
MacPractice, which supplies Mac-based software for doctors, chiropractors and dentists, has updated its medical records software. MacPractice EMR now allows doctors to record patient visits with procedure codes and diagnoses, simplifying the billing process. The company says it has also improved the process of creating and sharing narrative medical reports....MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
MacPractice, which supplies Mac-based software for doctors, chiropractors and dentists, has updated its medical records software. MacPractice EMR now allows doctors to record patient visits with procedure codes and diagnoses, simplifying the billing process. The company says it has also improved the process of creating and sharing narrative medical reports....MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
iPhone 2.2 software to add walking/transit directions
Apple is testing new iPhone software features that bring Street Views, public transit options, and location sharing features, according to a new report on a beta version of the software. According to iPhoneYap, a site dedicated to the iPhone, a beta of the next iPhone Software was released to developers on Friday. Screenshots of the release, version 2.2 beta 2, show that the Maps application now o...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51
Apple is testing new iPhone software features that bring Street Views, public transit options, and location sharing features, according to a new report on a beta version of the software. According to iPhoneYap, a site dedicated to the iPhone, a beta of the next iPhone Software was released to developers on Friday. Screenshots of the release, version 2.2 beta 2, show that the Maps application now o...MacNN | The Macintosh News Network, 2008-10-27 04:41:51