Optical cables for Thunderbolt ports which enable faster data transfer over longer distances will be available later this year, Intel announced yesterday. Thunderbolt, introduced just over a year ago, is a high-speed connector technology that shuffles data between computers and peripherals. Current solutions are based on copper, but optical cable could provide much more bandwidth and on longer cable runs.
Apple has posted a security update for the Windows and OS X versions of its Safari web browser.
The company said that the Safari 5.1.4 update would address a number of vulnerabilities in the browser itself and its WebKit engine. Among the fixes in the update is a patch which addresses dozens of memory corruption vulnerabilities in WebKit which, if exploited, could allow an attacker to remotely execute code on a targeted system.
Apple likes to cloak its new products in mystery, so it seems fitting that visitors to its new energy-efficient headquarters won't be able to see much of the building from the road.
New drawings show the landscaping at the Cupertino, California campus will be extensive -- the spaceship-like building will be entirely surrounded by a thick layer of trees, mostly apricot. There also will be jogging paths and walking trails.
The iPad is finding its way into businesses and schools. But how does the IT department deploy hundreds of devices that don't work with traditional enterprise tools?
Apple's attempt at its own answer is the 'Configurator' tool, which quietly slipped out during all the hoopla of the latest iPad and Apple TV releases. It provides a simple interface for profile creation and deployment and makes it a little easier to set up a fleet of iPads.
Apple released the expected software update for the second-generation Apple TV on Thursday. The update brings the second-gen Apple TV UI in line with the third-generation version introduced on March 7, bringing some fundamental changes to its interface and opening up Apple's options for adding more apps and content. We downloaded the update as soon as it was released to get a feel for what has changed for existing Apple TV owners—and what can be expected from the third-generation version.
A new variant of the password-stealing Flashback malware aimed at Apple computers has emerged, which tries to install itself after a user visits an infected website, according to new research.
Flashback, discovered by security vendor Intego last September, is engineered to steal passwords for websites, including financial sites. Since its emergence, several variants have appeared showing its authors' innovation.
Apple has released a new Mac app named Configurator for managing groups of iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices for schools, businesses or other institutions.
Despite the small increase in the version number, there’s actually a lot packed into Skype 5.6 for Mac. One of the biggest improvements is the addition of automatic updates – this is something that will be welcomes by anyone who likes to ensure that they always have the very latest version installed and is an important security measure as it means that any problems that have been detected with previous versions can be fixed automatically.
iOS 5.1 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is now available for download, and features new quick lock screen access the camera application, as well as the ability to delete individual pictures that have been synced to PhotoStream.
In addition, iOS 5.1 features Japanese language support for Siri, though Apple has warned that availability may be limited during the initial roll-out. The update can be downloaded through the "Software Update" option found in the Settings application on an iOS device with iOS 5 or later.
After months of anticipation, Apple has announced the third generation of the iPad. Prices are (all USD) $499/$599/$699 for Wi-Fi-only models in 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB. Models with LTE 4G cost $629/$729/$829 respectively for the same capacities.
