Posts by mbmcavoy

As Mr. Me says, Macs have excellent support for programming in C, C++, and Java, and Apple's Xcode software is free. However, I would also check with the faculty of your Computer Engineering department to find out what platforms and...

Just last night, I mentioned to my wife that the new Google tablet looks intriguing, and is quite cheap (hint, hint). She responded that she's so happy how all of our stuff works so well together since we switched to Apple that she'd...

While a great number of people say they want such a thing, the reality is that it would not be a good product, (for the reasons others have mentioned), and would not actually sell. For evidence, just look at the Tablet PC market. Such...

I recall a similar furor when it came out that the Chevy Volt will report the battery as empty when it still technically has a 50% charge. It still delivers the all-electric range promised, and continues to run on the gas engine as...

Even though I am an Amazon Prime member, I have not really made use of their streaming video content. The main reason? I can't get it to my main TV! I have the AppleTV and an Xbox 360 that should be capable. Please? I do have a Roku...

I'm downsizing our cable bill, and recently got an AppleTV. It's connected to our kitchen TV where we had a Roku and the crappy cable box. So far, I am very impressed! Not a single technical glitch in setup or use so far, and super...

Quote: Originally Posted by GordLacey I haven't gotten any kind of shipping notification, and mine was ordered minutes after the site went up. Bummer. I pre-ordered a 4S for my wife Friday early afternoon (PST). Admittedly, I'm kind...

Note to AT&T: What is undermining your profits is your overpriced texting plans; not iMessage! I have long refused to pay for texting; I simply choose not to use it. I only send if it is an extreme need. If a friend texts me, I...

This already sort of exists. Seagate has a Wi-Fi hard drive server that works with iOS (and other mobiles), and can stream media using their app. http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.js...001a48090aRCRD I can imagine that the concept can...

Quote: Originally Posted by jragosta Not at all. People are always impressed by specs. Look at the TVs claiming 120 Hz or even higher refresh rates - irrelevant for viewers. True, many specs are used for marketing purposes, and are...