An analyst's research note has thrown the expected launch date of the iPad into doubt -- or at least raised questions about how easy it will be for consumers to get their hands on the device. Unspecified production problems may cause Apple to delay or limit the size of its launch, according to Canaccord Adams' Peter Misek.
Production Problems Could Cut Both Ways for iPad Devs
Posted in Technology by Emmett 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.macnewsworld.com)
The iPad Catalyst Will Light a Lot of Fires
Posted in Technology by Emmett 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.macnewsworld.com)
I'm still not personally sold on the idea that I need an Apple iPad, but I very much like what I'm seeing in the publishing industry in response to the fledgling product. Conde Nast is a respected publisher that's looking to do something cool, new and proactive for its magazines -- create digital versions that push the boundaries of digital magazine delivery.
Compliant Media Help Apple Skirt Child Labor Scandal
Posted in Technology by Emmett 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.macnewsworld.com)
You don't have to search very hard on Apple.com to find the 2010 Supplier Responsibility Report, the company's internal audit of how workers are treated on the assembly lines at the overseas third-party companies making its Macs, iPhones and iPods. "Read about Apple's continuing commitment to social responsibility" says the link on the lower right-hand corner of the home page.
CRM for the Small Business, Part 3: What to Expect During Contract Negotiations
Posted in Technology by allagher1 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.crmbuyer.com)
Once a small business finds the perfect CRM solution for its needs, the owner or manager must then negotiate the appropriate legal agreements with the vendor. This can be a daunting task for anyone who is not familiar with the many types of contracts that may come into play with an IT purchase.
The Sometimes-Deadly 'Customer Experience' Strategy
Posted in Technology by allagher1 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.crmbuyer.com)
Customer experience reared its head in my life this month. My phone service went out, which was not a catastrophe for me because in addition to the landline, I have a cell and a nifty VoIP line that lets me talk through my computer. Parenthetically, I love my VoIP line because, though I live in the Boston area, the VoIP line has a 415 area code, which you may know is San Francisco's.
Is Sony Playing a Dangerous Game With PS3 Customers?
Posted in Technology by allagher1 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.crmbuyer.com)
Gaming companies like Sony, Nintendo and Microsoft ask a lot of their customers. Every few years, they are encouraged by the companies to spend a few hundred bucks to upgrade to a fancy new console. But as far as I can recall, only Sony has ever asked its fans to not play those consoles.
BBC iPlayer Locks Out Open Source Flash Alternatives
Posted in Technology by claravtco 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.linuxinsider.com)
As a result of recent updates to the BBC's Flash-based iPlayer, open source media players can no longer play its content. The updates implement SWF Verification, a copyright protection mechanism that excludes free alternatives to Flash player, such as that offered by the XBMC community, among others. The result is that such open source plugins can no longer stream iPlayer content.
Apple Sues HTC for Patent Thievery
Posted in Technology by claravtco 1 day 18 hours ago (http://www.linuxinsider.com)
Apple has filed a lawsuit against smartphone manufacturer HTC, alleging that the company has infringed on 20 patents related to the iPhone. The complaint cites Google's Nexus One, the T-Mobile G1, the Droid Eris, the Touch Diamond, the Touch Pro2, and the Imagio as examples of infringing devices. Apple also filed a complaint with the ITC seeking to block imports of these products.
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