Monthly Archives: June 2013

Mobile

Pure Speed: 2013 802.11ac AirPort Extreme Benchmarks

June 28, 2013 1:52 AM - by: Jim Tanous

Our replacement hardware has arrived and we have initial performance numbers to report on the new 2013 AirPort Extreme 802.11ac router. Read on for the numbers and a comparison to the previous generation AirPort Extreme.

OS X

Apple Patent Application Describes Merging I/O Ports

June 27, 2013 8:41 AM - by: Jim Tanous

A patent application reveals that Apple is working on technologies to combine multiple computer interfaces, such as SD Card and USB, into a single port, thus allowing for even smaller and thinner devices.

Mobile

iTunes Radio Terms Revealed, Compared to Pandora

June 27, 2013 6:02 AM - by: Jim Tanous

Now that the major record labels have signed on, Apple’s terms for the iTunes Radio streaming music service have been revealed. Apple will pay slightly more than competitor Pandora, while also sharing net ad revenue.

Windows

The Best New Features in Windows 8.1

June 26, 2013 4:15 PM - by: Jim Tanous

The Windows 8.1 Client Preview is now available with tons of new features and changes. Read on for an overview of our favorite consumer-focused changes in Microsoft’s latest update to its controversial operating system.

Windows

Windows 8.1 Preview Now Available From Windows Store

June 26, 2013 1:52 PM - by: Jim Tanous

Microsoft announced the public release of the Windows 8.1 Preview during its BUILD conference Wednesday. The download is available for all users via the Windows Store, but you’ll have to wipe your machine to upgrade to the final version this fall.

Hardware

Seiki Brings 4K to the Masses With a $700 39-inch Television

June 25, 2013 2:34 AM - by: Jim Tanous

Seiki made headlines earlier this year when they launched a 50-inch 4K TV for a remarkably low price of $1400. Now, the company is back with a $700 39-inch model that shows promise for both television and desktop PC use.