News Archive for 07/10/18

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Apple's iTunes U goes 'Beyond Campus'

10/18, 9:30pm

Beyond Campus

Apple today expanded upon the free content available through its iTunes desktop software. Initially only offering lectures and videos from several universities, iTunes U section will expand on these by supplying debates from the Supreme Court, radio broadcasts on the civil rights movement, among other offerings in a new category they are calling "Beyond Campus". iTunes was originally designed as a gateway for its leading online music store (and less successful video store) as well as song/video and Apple device management for users.

Red Giant intros Magic Bullet Looks

10/18, 7:15pm

Magic Bullet Looks

Visual effects creator Red Giant Software today released Magic Bullet Looks. Designed to be used both in the studio and in post production, Looks is used to adjust color, tone and focus on video footage. Red Giant has included over a hundred different presets, all of which occupy any one of ten style categories. Looks is advertised as being useful for any project, ranging from weddings to production pictures. Included with the package is the LooksBuilder, which is a standalone application used primarily during filming. LooksBuilder presets can be loaded into any supported editing suite so that it provides a consistent look from start to finish.

WeatherBug announces iPhone app

10/18, 6:40pm

Weatherbug iPhone App

WeatherBug has announced a new web app for iPhone and iPod Touch that streams localized weather information through Safari. Although just released, it has already become a Staff Pick, according to the Apple Web Apps page. The app offers international weather, a detailed 7 day forecast, radar, and camera images from WeatherBug tracking stations. The web app also allows users to set multiple locations, each with the aforementioned features.

PDO intros aluminum Classic, Nano cases

10/18, 9:20am

PDO Classic, Nano cases

Accessory maker PDO has announced two new sets of iPod cases, the Aluminum V2 for Classics and the Aluminum N3 for 3G Nanos. The V2 is said to be the only aluminum case that covers both the screen and the clickwheel, the former with clear plastic, the latter with a colored silicone layer that still allows interaction. The inside of the case is lined with neoprene for shock protection, while openings permit access to the dock connector, hold switch and headphone jack. Accessories include a neckstrap and swiveling belt clip. The case is available in silver with a black clickwheel cover, or in black with blue, black or red clickwheel covers. It should ship towards the end of October, though pre-orders can be made now for $30.