Microsoft recently published a PC versus Mac section on their web site to tout the benefits of Windows 7. How did they do? The MacJury takes the case, dissecting each of the focused areas, including Having Fun, Simplicity, Working Hard, Sharing, Compatibility, and Choice, as well as the Top 10 Reasons and the many flavors of Windows. Legitimate points are recognized, false information called out, and the overall delivery and message of the site are considered in deliberations that become heated at times, laughable at others. The panel who question the photoshopping of the model on the site and the contrived Twitter feed include John F. Braun, Peter Cohen, Pat Fauquet, John C. Welch and Tim Robertson.
MacJury #1018: The Verdict on Microsoft’s ‘PC versus Mac’ Site (Part 1)
Microsoft recently published a PC versus Mac section on their web site to tout the benefits of Windows 7. How did they do? The MacJury takes the case, dissecting each of the focused areas, including Having Fun, Simplicity, Working Hard, Sharing, Compatibility, and Choice, as well as the Top 10 Reasons and the many flavors of Windows. Legitimate points are recognized, false information called out, and the overall delivery and message of the site are considered in deliberations that become heated at times, laughable at others. The panel who question the photoshopping of the model on the site and the contrived Twitter feed include John F. Braun, Peter Cohen, Pat Fauquet, john C. Welch and Tim Robertson.
MacNotables #1027: Jim Dalrymple on the State of Pad Computing, Papermaster’s Break with Apple and More
Jim Dalrymple of The Loop delivers his thoughts on the past, present and future of “pad computing,” evaluating the players and their chances of success. Why Microsoft appears to be clueless, Android is compelling, RIM may have the best competitive chance, and HP is the dark horse in the race are discussed, along with the fact that they all seem to have ceded the top spot to Apple. Jim also talks about Mark Papermaster’s departure from Apple, Yoko Ono’s position on The Beatles in the iTunes Store, and how he differentiates The Loop from other Mac sites.
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MacVoices #1096: Boinx Software’s Oliver Breidenbach Explains Why You Gotta See This and the Latest Update to FotoMagico
Boinx Software CEO Oliver Breidenbach is back to talk about their new iPhone photo application, You Gotta See This, and the latest additions to FotoMagico. With integration into Final Cut Pro or Express and more, FotoMagico lets you take more control of your slideshow story than ever before. Oliver explains how creating impressive custom slideshows in those apps is now easier than ever before using their product, how it crosses the line into simple video editing, and how it “brings back the fun to video editing.” Oliver then covers You Gotta See This, an iPhone app unlike any other. Not to be confused with stitching or panorama apps, You Gotta See This creates spacial collages of your image, delivering a unique and artistic take on your subject with the trademark Boinx ease-of-use. Oliver offers tips on how to access the highest resolution image possible, as well as some shooting tips, and then teases us with a hint at a future Boinx product.
MacVoices #1095: Glenn Fleishman Updates His Look at iPhone Navigation Apps
Glenn Fleishman updates his December 2009 look at iPhone navigation apps, outlining what is new and what has changed since he initially spent lots of time driving around Seattle testing them. Glenn compares and contrasts app-based navigation with dedicated hardware devices, identifies three key issues that need to be accounted for if you are going to let your iPhone guide you to your destination, and talks about some hardware accessories you might want to explore. The latest enhancements in display options, why sunglasses and your iPhone don’t mix and features that contribute to convenience and safety are all covered. Glenn also looks at how the download vs. live-over-the-air apps compare with DVD-based dashboard systems, why iPod control considerations are important, and how well all classes of apps handle points-of-interest.