"Clash of the FLASH" Apple's Steve Jobs speaks out

 

  "   Clash of the Flash"   continues...

Today, Steve Jobs returned to the forefront introducing the new iPHONE OS 4 confirming that Adobe Flash is not supported on iPhone and iPAD devices applications with the addition of  "his Thoughts on Flash" letter on the Apple site. This is not a surprise to the media who have gotten developers to create applications that DO work on them, including the HTML5 which is "in the works". This is evidenced by the over 200,000 apps available and more in the making; as well as the NYTIMES and other news media that have created "iPhone/ iPad ready" reading. His reasoning is based on the notion that "Flash was devised for PC use...not touch screen devices" and the dependence on third party to develop is curtailing progress.

Rumors are out (Mail ONline) that Steve Jobs may be introducing the new iPHONE G4 in June at the world developers meeting along with the new iPhone OS system. We are looking forward to seeing the advancements - as I love cameras, as you know, and this one reportedly has a flash and built in video conferencing device- 

and NO Flash. 

 

For additional reading on the new iPHONE OS4 and Steve Jobs KEYNOTE see the Apple site. 

Mail ONline

What life is all about...

This first singer, Roger Ridley, I have heard many times performing in Santa Monica while visiting the Third Promenade with my son. He draws a huge crowd amidst the many performers, visitors, and shoppers and was not surprised to see him in this film. Just loved the film making the  global connection of one of our family favorites,  "Stand by Me".

May I have the new iPhone 4g?

Wish I was at the bar the other night
when someone from Apple ( reportedly named Grey Powell) dropped an iPhone.
More square, front face video iChat , higher
resolution screen,beefed up camera with a flash, and longer life battery. Not too shabby.
Trust me, a loyal Apple fan, I would 
have called Steve (Jobs) and
reported it-hopefully, appreciated
with a big thank you and lifetime
opts for all new Apple stuff.



Gizmodo would not have gotten it's
hands on it nor my other
friend Bill (gates).
Just me, fam, & students and
(this blog)would have seen first
hand the new prototype.
Free testing here , Steve in case
you want to drop any more -
no need to go to bars; )

A Training Day at "the Apple store"

When my brother and son heard that I was headed to Boston this weekend, they knew I'd be at the Apple on Boylston. Thanks to Apple specialist's Nick, I learned so much and am convinced the iPAD is a great innovation, an America's economy booster,  and a life changing tool. It is opening jobs for app makers, gadget bag designers, and forcing people in all professions to ask "how can this tool change my life to be more productive, enriched, and fun"?

A prospective customer who is an architect creates with Sketchup (Google's 3D modeling program), visits a site, gets a pic, and writes a report- loved the on-site portability of an iPad (altho an iPAD camera would be faster). 
For a teacher and parent, iPAD gives you one free book, "Winnie the Pooh" and sets you on your way to download from iBook apps on Ipad with library, bookmark sections, dictionary look-up, and google search for more in-depth explanations.  I wonder if it will read aloud to you... hmmm.

I love watching sports and MLB.com - gives you REAL time plays of games in action -animated online.
NETFLIX - well, a $9.00 subscription offers you unlimited viewing of VERY Clear films on the iPAD.

There is more -- for another blog.. right now, I am looking up more apps for when it comes.
Yes, I do love iPAD.

meeting with the iPAD

iPAD is here!  Apple stores across the country were filled with curious customers ( yes, many walking out with a newly shaped package ) while the poor Kindle people at Borders sat lonely at their booths with reading tablets.
Young and old, people waited in lines to feel it, try it, and see what it is all about.
I've already heard from a few students who will be getting an iPAD - one for a birthday gift and another who will replace their laptop.

According to Chitka Research Labs ' running counter of the number of iPads sold as of this Thursday posting, it is well  over 520,000,  and counting. California is the "iPadiest" state according to their numbers and Massachusetts number 8 with 1,341 pop per pad.

We have heard of some issues with the Wi-Fi in the past few days, verified by the recent  Apple Support  advice offered online that includes "moving closer to the router". That is ok for now, but I look forward to the software update to correct the issues. While they're at it, throw in a camera on mine, Thank you. ;  )

First Look at iPAD Big Day!

READY, SET, GO!
... well, almost.
 It is alittle too early to head in for the iPAD. I'm outside the Apple store where there are Huge black curtains covering the front windows as the store gets ready for the iPAD sales opening.  It is almost midnight and the workers just slipped another crew member in the door. Big Day tomorrow.
Have to thank my son, Clenet  for the pic and
more importantantl  for ...holding me back-
I was headed for the open door  :  )

iPAD Updates: Apps are in & Free iPad with new Hyundai!

If you see the sign, get a free iPAD - it's true! just buy a new Hyundai and you'll get it's auto manual all loaded on a brand new iPad.

For me, I will be one of the first people at an Apple store tomorrow (April 3)to see touch, and feel the new iPAD. I am waiting for my delivery in order to trade in my Prototype that I made to demonstrate to my students the size and look of this much awaited tablet.

Whether you are an Apple lover like me or not, this new Apple tool has already created new things in the world. According to PC World, many places are adding HTML 5 versions for the iPad to view online publications- supplementing the Adobe flash file versions.

Developers are seeing this as a money making venture, with the new iPADS launched on Thursday, many of them are selling for alot more than the iPhone free and 99cents ones.