Week in Apple: post-Macworld|iWorld edition
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This week, we wrapped up our coverage of the 2012 Macworld|iWorld conference in San Francisco just as Apple issued an update to Final Cut Pro X and gave the AirPort Utility an iOS makeover. Additionally, Tim Cook offered some strong words in response to doubts about Apple's attitude toward worker conditions in China, Neil Young recounted stories about Steve Jobs working towards higher-quality music downloads, and more. Need a recap? You're in the right place.
Rethinking iPhone UI and getting things done with Clear to-do app: Realmac is set to launch an iPhone to-do list app in a few weeks that breaks list making and maintaining down to the barest essentials, eschewing some common iPhone UI elements to make the app as simple as humanly possible.
LandingZone to ease docking for MacBook Air: A new Cupertino startup is launching a clever, well-designed docking solution for Apple's MacBook Air. The first version is set to begin shipping by March, but a planned Thunderbolt-equipped version is on hold pending licensing approval from Intel.
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The Best Videos Of The Week [Video]
Have you heard that video is a big thing over at Gawker Media? It's true, we watch and post a lot of videos each week. Here are some of the best videos of week, culled from an array of Gawker Media sites.
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Are We Feeding Our Pets to Death? [Animals]
Look, I love dogs and cats as much as the next guy — probably more, unless he also spends a good chunk of his day watching videos of Corgis on YouTube. But I have to marvel at the inflammatory tone of CNN's report on the U.S. pet obesity epidemic. (Be advised: this story contains sad references to pets dying young and adorable photos of Garfield-sized kitties.) The lede alone is journalistic perfection. More »
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‘Vibrant, Messy Democracy’ Or ‘Babysitting Criminals’? O’Reilly Takes On Occupy Oakland
| While the Occupy movement is mostly subdued in the various places it awoke in the rest of the country, the protesters at Occupy Oakland, partially motivated by historic local tensions with police there, are clashing with police in the streets, and on The O'Reilly Factor last night, host Bill O'Reilly discussed the potential good that can come from these protests with guests, who did not manage to convince him to embrace the movement. |  |
The Wire Troll: Jerryd Bayless Starting Again For Raptors
| Bayless has started three of the past four games at the two, and had scored at least 14 points per game in four straight before sinking just 1-of-6 for three points on Friday. Still, the minutes were there (28), and I expect the production to follow. He’s been jacking up more treys this season and draining them at an impressive 40 per cent rate, so if Bayless maintains this starting role and keeps getting 25+ MPG, he’s going to help you. |  |
Massachusetts Thinks President Obama Should Root For The Patriots In The Super Bowl [Super Bowl 46]
According to the Massachusetts arm of Obama For America, a vote for the Pats is a vote for Obama. But if history is to be our guide, Obama should be pulling for the Giants. President Obama and a New York Giants vs. New England Patriots Super Bowl are inextricably linked. Think back to just four short years ago: The Giants won the Super Bowl in 2008 and Obama won the White House. More »
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Victorian Showpiece – $1,395,000
| Victorian Showpiece Truly one-of-a-kind 6 bedroom, 6 full, 2 half bath Victorian showpiece! Updated gourmet kitchen & nook with top of the line appliances, a dramatic 2 story family room with fireplace and a luxurious master suite with sitting room, fashion bath & his and her walk in closets. Built in 1994, the home offers 6,365 square [...] |  |
Is Bruce Boudreau a Jack Adams candidate?
| Let’s not kid ourselves—11 points out with 31 games to play, the Anaheim Ducks do not have a realistic hope at the NHL playoffs this season. After a hot second half last season that landed them in a first round series against Nashville, the Ducks will need to go about 21-6-4 from here on out [...] |  |
Is Harrison Ford starring in the Blade Runner sequel? [Blade Runner]
With Ridley Scott giving us a Ripley-free Alien movie, it wouldn't be surprising if his new Blade Runner project didn't include Harrison Ford's replicant hunter Deckard. But Harrison Ford may be picking up the blaster for a direct Blade Runner sequel. More »
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The Non Sports Fan’s Guide to Maybe Enjoying the Super Bowl [Super Bowl]
The 46th Super Bowl in the history of the National Football League takes place on Sunday night. If you're saying "duh," then please feel free to move on to another corner of the Internet. If you're saying, "Is that the thing with the dogs?" then please keep reading. More »
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Watch Tony Bennett And John Mayer’s “One For My Baby” Video
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Tony Bennett pulled out all the stops for his Grammy-nominated Duets II album, joining forces with some of the most talented musicians of the last decade such as Amy Winehouse and Lady Gaga. And the streak continues as we get a music video for his sonic rendezvous with John Mayer, “One For My Baby (One ... More » |  |
Nevada ‘Bunny Ranch’ Pimp And Prostitute Tell Napolitano Why They Love Ron Paul
| In his personal life, Rep. Ron Paul is known for being a conservative family man that opposes most excesses, but by virtue of being a libertarian candidate, he attracts supporters from all walks of life. This week on Freedom Watch, Judge Andrew Napolitano spoke to two of those supporters, employees at Nevada's "Bunny Ranch" who believe that Rep. Paul is "the modern-day Thomas Jefferson" and trust his ability to lead. |  |
The rise of the Amazons, and the fall of Dean, on Supernatural [Video]
I like to watch teenage Amazons eat weirdly poop-looking chunks of human flesh as much as the next person, but still last night's Supernatural didn't do much for me. "The Slice Girls" was a welcome respite from the heavy, depressing arc following Bobby's death, but it also gave us weirdly flat monsters who might have been more at home in a Hammer film circa 1970. That said, this episode gave Jensen Ackles a chance to shine as we watched Dean sliding deeper into depression and desperation. More »
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Treaded Skateboard Turns Any Mountain Into Your Halfpipe [Skateboards]
The hard plastic wheels used on skateboards usually means they're relegated to only gleaming the cube on smoother surfaces like sidewalks. That's not the case with Rockboard's Descender, which adds tank-like treads for all-terrain ollies and kickflips. More »
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The Week's Most Popular Posts January 30 - February 3, 2012
Concept Art Writing Prompt: A submarine decays in the middle of the desert [Open Channel]
It's time again for the Concept Art Writing Prompt, where we ask you to write a piece of flash fiction in response to an unusual piece of artwork. This week, we're headed into the desert, where, of all things, a submarine lies rotting. You're the author, so tell us: How did it get there? More »
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Bon Iver Turn Down Grammys in Favor of Whining [Music]
Indie folk fans tuning in to the Grammys — gotta be some overlap there, right? — will be disappointed to learn Bon Iver will not be performing. The Hollywood Reporter has some choice quotes from frontman Justin Vernon, who spoke to press on Thursday night at a Bushmills whiskey event in New York. Vernon's musical talent is apparent, but he could use some work on not sounding like a complete tool. Turns out his frustration with the Grammys stems from Bon Iver being asked to perform with — horror of all horrors — another group. More »
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Mary J. Blige Performs “Mr. Wrong” And “The Living Proof” On ‘Wendy Williams’
| Leave it to Wendy Williams to get right to the juicy stuff. Mary J. Blige made her first appearance on the colorful talk show, and its effervescent host sure didn’t shy away from heavy topics like motherhood, marital problems, and substance abuse. The Oscar-snubbed songbird opened up about all this and more when questioned about ... More » |  |
Arizona Republican Legislator: White People Should Have A Holiday
| Arizona has been at the forefront of national concerns about how we treat minorities in this country, which is a euphemized way of saying that it has developed a reputation for serious ethnic problems. State Rep. Cecil Ash's proposal that a Latin American celebratory holiday be accompanied by a statewide "Caucasian Day" is really not helping. Plus, don't we already celebrate white people on July 4? |  |
Official: Audi confirms R18 hybrid as part of 2012 endurance racing program
Filed under: Motorsports, Hybrid, Diesel, Racing
The diesel era at Le Mans may not be over yet, but already we're seeing the emergence of a new propulsion trend: hybrids. Toyota recently announced the TS030 Hybrid LMP1, Peugeot was working on a hybrid version of its 908 prototype before it killed the race program, and now Audi has confirmed a hybrid version of the R18 TDI.
Few details were released, but what we can tell you is that Audi will field four cars at Le Mans this year: two with hybrid assist and two without. One will be headlined by Allan McNish, one by Oliver Jarvis, one by Timo Bernhard and one by André Lotterer, with supplemental drivers to be announced sometime before the 80th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans kicks off in June.
Audi also announced a two-car entry for the inaugural FIA World Endurance Championship, with four cars to be run at select racers like Spa and Sebring. Expect more details on the R18 hybrid to be released later this month, but in the meantime you can check out the official announcement after the jump.Continue reading Audi confirms R18 hybrid as part of 2012 endurance racing program Audi confirms R18 hybrid as part of 2012 endurance racing program originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments |  |
