Mac OS X Lion Preview 2 released, introduces mega exciting leather bound iCal skin

This is one of those posts that could probably be condensed into a tweet: Apple has released the second Preview of Mac OS X 10.7 Lion. If you're running Preview 1, it looks like you'll first receive a small update via Software Update, and then you can download Preview 2 from the Mac App Store.

There has been some speculation that Apple is getting close to a release or Golden Master build, but judging by 9to5 Mac's initial findings there's definitely some way to go. The Golden Master will probably appear at, or just before, the Apple WWDC in June.

So far, it's looking like the only changes in Preview 2 are the leather bound iCal skin that you can see above, and the main iChat window now combines your AIM, Bonjour and Jabber contacts, like Adium. We're sure that more details will emerge throughout the day, though, and there's bound to be lots of invisible changes, too. We'll update this post when we find out more.

Mac OS X Lion Preview 2 released, introduces mega exciting leather bound iCal skin originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 31 Mar 2011 05:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Konstruct for iOS creates generative augmented reality art with your voice

Konstruct generative augmented reality art for iOS
If you have an artistic temperament, but you weren't blessed with steady hands or an eye for color, Konstruct might be the app for you. Not only does the iPhone app let you produce generative art using words, warbles and whistles, but it also uses augmented reality to bring your artistic creation to life.

To get started, you first need to print out the Konstruct marker and place it wherever you'd like to create your AR sculpture -- it could be on your living room wall, or on the floor of your bathroom, it doesn't matter. Open the app, point your iPhone at the marker, and start making some noises! Once you're done, you can save your creation, or simply wipe the slate clean and start again.

The volume of your voice affects the size of the shapes that are drawn on the screen, and you can move your head around to alter the path of your 'brush' -- but to change the shape of your brush or modify the color palette you have to use a menu. Without knowledge of the app's internal workings, it's hard to say what the actual difference between whistling, talking and singing is -- and judging by the developer's affinity for whistling in the demo video (after the break), the app probably doesn't perform that much analysis on your input.

Still, Konstruct is just a prototype! A later version could do away with menus and rely entirely on the location, tonality, quality and amplitude of your voice -- and judging by the the words of the developer, James Alliban, there is definitely more in store for Konstruct: "The idea of transforming entire cities into user generated virtual art galleries really appeals to me. I see Konstruct as an early prototype that will hopefully be realised in this form in the future."

Download Konstruct for free from the App Store (iPhone 3GS and 4 only)

[Thanks to Richard for the tip!]

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In-app payment support arrives on Android

Right on cue, Google has launched in-app payment support for Android applications. Developer testing began last week, and now many popular apps -- like the ones pictured above -- can begin charging users for add-on functionality, content, or whatever the heck else they feel is worthy of additional bits of your pocket change. If you were wondering, Google will take the same 30% cut that Apple takes from in-app purchases.

At last we can buy individual issues in Comics with minimal fuss!

In-app payment support arrives on Android originally appeared on Download Squad on Wed, 30 Mar 2011 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple seeds iOS 5.0.1 beta 2 to developers, beta 1 was so yesterday...

If you downloaded yesterdays iOS 5 beta you might want to check that iPhone / iPad / iPod touch for an OTA update. No word on what's new in 9A404 -- a mere two builds from yesterdays 9A402 -- but the updated build should still bring solace to those suffering from battery-drain issues. We're getting errors trying to download the developer notes, but we'll update if we find anything new or noteworthy.

[Thanks, Haseeb]

Apple seeds iOS 5.0.1 beta 2 to developers, beta 1 was so yesterday... originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Constant reminder to every ipad owner

The importance of security is a constant reminder to every ipad owner. The number of stolen or missing ipads increases every year. Some of the security risks that are experienced by ipad owners include but not limited to data theft. There are multiple things you can use to ensure that your ipad is safe at all times. This way you will be able to reduce the chances of your ipad getting stolen by almost 20%. To really understand the importance [...]

Source: http://tabletbuzzblog.com/constant-reminder-to-every-ipad-owner/

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Is This Jack The Ripper's Knife? [Forensics]

This six-inch black blade belonged to the man on the left. His name is Sir John Williams—the surgeon of Queen Victoria and one of the main suspects in the eleven Whitechapel murders. This may be Jack the Ripper's weapon. More »


Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/8KwpBEh_mzo/is-this-jack-the-rippers-knife

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SPY mouse update brings leaderboards and new challenges

Firemint’s popular game, SPY mouse, has been updated with global leaderboards and 5 new challenges. Additionally, you only need 1 Squeak friend to get started on challenges and Kiska can now be used once per hour (up from once per day).
For operatives brave enough to
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Shure SE115 Earbuds Are Your Matt-Buchanan-Paid-Too-Much-for-These-Two-Weeks-Ago Deal of the Day [Dealzmodo]

Day 14. Martha won't stop shouting. I've filled the milk basin and tilled as much as I can before sun went down, but it's not enough. The shouting won't stop. I miss it when she used to strum those strings, and we'd drink honey milk and listen to cricket songs together. She was beautiful—she still is. Those cricket songs and our warm palms and the wide-shouldered sky. Now it's nothing but her shrieking, the birdsong of a lunatic. I tried to feed her prawns this morning—a sentimental treat—and she nearly sawed off my hand with that gorgeous jaw. I miss our music. Maybe I should take a gander at the deal of the day—stellar Shure SE115 earbuds for only $40 with free shipping. Martha used to like earbuds. -SB More »


Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/usGH2gtJ8i0/shure-se115-earbuds-are-your-matt-buchanan-paid-too-much-for-these-two-weeks-ago-deal-of-the-day

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Daily Crunch: Scope Edition

Nikon Displays Mysterious Prototypes At French Exhibition Sweet-Looking Bike Tool Roll Made From My Favorite Material, Waxed Canvas Dodocase Puts Out Some J. Crew Exclusive iPad 2 Cases SocialBicycles Bike Sharing Is Now A Kickstarter Project Thanko Starts Selling The USB Butt Cooler Cushion (Ver. 2)

Source: http://www.crunchgear.com/2011/06/28/daily-crunch-scope-edition/

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CBS Turned Down Apple TV Streaming Deal

If you’ve been hoping to stream live episodes of major network TV to your Apple TV anytime soon, don’t hold your breath. In an earnings call on Thursday, CBS CEO Les Moonves said that CBS declined a deal with Apple to stream content to its set top box, Apple TV. When asked about teaming up with streaming [...]

Source: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/11/cbs-nixed-apple-tv-deal/

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