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Thieves Clean Out an Apple Store in 31 Seconds – Video

Nerd Grind — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:04:28 +0000

In Marlton, New Jersey thieves broke the store front window of an Apple store, then proceeded to steel 23 Macbook Pros, 14 iPhones, and 9 iPod Touches, all in 31 seconds.

The thieves fooled a security guard into thinking they had a gun in the security surveillance video obtained by WPVI-TV.

The loss was nearly $100,000 worth of merchandise that was on display. At the moment police have no idea who the thieves are because they all kept their faces covered.

This takes smash-and-grab to a whole new level.

Keep reading to see the video.

The Evolution of Apple Products

Nerd Grind — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:24:05 +0000

This video presents a visual history of Apple products. While Steve Jobs was away from Apple, their products didn’t change much, but when he returned suddenly their products were innovative and colorful. We keep hearing Jobs is sick. Apple will be lost without him.

Apple In-Ear Headphones Now Available

Nerd Grind — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 19:59:58 +0000

Although Apple promised to make their in-ear headphones available by October, it took until December for them to make it to store shelves. The earphones have in each ear-bud a woofer and tweeter, and they have a built-in remote and microphone, and can be used with the iPhone. For the asking price of $79 you even get a small, medium, and large set of silicone ear-bud tips.

Be warned however, reports in the past have said cranking the volume too loud can cause hearing damage.

Joost Introduces iPhone App That Streams Videos and Movies

Nerd Grind — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 10:55:22 +0000

Joost may have lost the online video war to Hulu a while ago, but they may have won the battle to bring the format to iPhones. The company has released a new iPhone app which streams over 46,000 videos for free, including full movies such as Men in Black and Starship Troopers.

Reviewers indicate that the app crashes more often than they’d like, and the navigation UI is a bit wonky. Still, having 46,000 movies at your fingertips wherever you are at any time is enough to deal with early version bugs. The app is out now and best of all, it’s free. What are you waiting for?

Linux Finally Ported to Apple iPhone and iPod Touch – Video

Nerd Grind — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 10:29:38 +0000

Linux has finally been ported to the iPhone and iPod touch. Several independent developers have masterminded the project, bringing everyone’s favorite open-source OS to Apple’s handhelds. It may not offer any touchscreen drivers, sound or WiFi support, its still the first step to hack heaven.

The team also has dropped hints that they may be thinking about porting Android in the near future. Below is a video of how to get the OS going on your iPhone and yeah, thank us later. Happy holidays.

Britain Bans iPhone Ad – Claims It Is Misleading

Nerd Grind — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:00:50 +0000

The British Advertising Standards Authority has banned another Apple iPhone ad. This one apparently fibs regarding the speed of the device, which you can see below. Britain claims it is a misleading ad. Watch it and see for yourself:

Apple Black Friday Sale Now Live In America

Nerd Grind — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 09:00:52 +0000

Apple’s Black Friday sale is now live in the US. At first glance, the sale is consistent to the sales of years past but let us not forget that Apple is promising to match competitor’s sales prices if need be. Happy hunting!

Golden Shellback Waterproof Coating for Cellphones and Gadgets Now Available

Nerd Grind — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:26:01 +0000

Golden Shellback has been touting their extraordinary gadget waterproofing treatment since July, and now it is finally available for purchase. It comes with a caveat, however. If you want your cellphone or other important gadget to avoid ruination by an accidental toilet drop, you are going to have to send the it to the company so they can wrap it in "vacuum deposited film." The coatings come with a 30 day warranty though. Here is a list of how much you’ll be paying to keep your beloved gadget dry:

Blackberry Pearl $120.00 per unit coated

Apple IPod Shuffle $60.00 per unit coated

Apple IPod Touch $120.00 per unit coated

Lansing IPod Speaker Orbit M $60.00 per unit coated

Garmin GPS etrex $75.00 per unit coated

West Marine Vhf 55 Radio $120.00 per unit coated

Speakers (no enclosures) up to 8 inches in diameter $100 each $180 pair

List Compiled Comparing Apple In-house Black Friday Discounts to Competitors

Nerd Grind — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:31:54 +0000

Black Friday discounts have already begun in earnest, even though it’s Wednesday. However, we all know Apple has a Scrooge impulse when it comes to discounts on their products so a list has been compiled comparing those offered at MacMail to those offered at Best Buy. The Best Buy discounts are usually, although not always, more significant. These might represent your best opportunity to get that big glowing Apple logo into your life on the cheap, however. Get to it!

Student Sends Email to Steve Jobs, Gets Free Final Cut Pro

Nerd Grind — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:45:15 +0000

A Greenwich High School student wrote a letter to Steve Jobs asking for a "high school educational" discount on Final Cut Pro software. He received a reply the next day from Richard Townhill, Director, Pro Video Product Marketing asking for the students mailing address. A week later, he had $1300 worth of software sitting on his doorstep free of charge! Not too shabby, eh?

This was the response.

Then a week later, this is what he got.

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