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iPod touch update addresses DNS vulnerabilities
Robert Vamosi | Sep 10, 2008
On Tuesday, Apple released iPod Touch version 2.1 to address several security issues. Among them are the DNS vulnerabilities first reported by Dan Kaminsky of IOActive in July. Other issues include vulnerabilities in Webkit, CoreGraphics, and the Application Sandbox.
Earlier on Tuesday, Apple released updates to its QuickTime media player.
Apple notes that this update is only available through iTunes as part of the iPod touch updating process and will not appear in your computer's Software Update application, nor can it be found on the Apple Downloads site.
Application Sandbox This patch affects users of iPod touch v2.0 through v2.0.2. The update addresses the information disclosure vulnerability detailed within CVE-2008-3631. Apple says "the Application Sandbox does not properly enforce access restrictions between third-party applications. This may allow a third-party application to read files in another third-party application's sandbox and lead to the disclosure of sensitive information." Apple credits Nicolas Seriot of Sen:te and Bryce Cogswell for reporting the vulnerability. This issue does not affect iPod touch versions prior to v2.0.
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That was quick! Cases for the 4G iPod nano are already available online
Jasmine France | Sep 10, 2008
MCA Cherry Blossom Case for iPod nano 4G (Credit: Dr. Bott)
Less than 30 minutes after Steve Jobs concluded today's announcement of the latest iPods, I received an email blast informing me that more than 200 accessories for the new players are currently being processed, with "many" of them available to order now.
Among the new items are a slew of cases for the fourth-generation nano, meaning those "Made for iPod" certificate holders are obviously reaping the rewards of early product notification.
It is reassuring to know that you can protect that new investment the moment you buy it--with the flowery case pictured here, if you so wish.
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Photos: 2008 Apple iPods
Jasmine France | Sep 10, 2008
September's annual iPod announcement was met by the usual hoopla as Steve Jobs ushered in new shuffle colors, an updated iPod classic capacity list, redesigned fourth-generation iPod nanos, and a minimal iPod touch redesign and price reduction. Check out photos and more details in this gallery of the 2008 Apple iPods.
Cover Flow navigation on the 4G Nano is just one of many changes to this iPod. (Credit: Apple)
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Apple refreshes iPods
John Chan | Sep 10, 2008
Apple's spell of secrecy seems to be losing some of its potency of late as we witnessed the unveiling of the new iPod nano which looks just like the leaked images a few days ago. So it's official, the nano goes back to its longish shape with an elongated display you turn on its side to watch videos in widescreen format. Also new in this iteration is a motion sensor which will adjust the orientation of the display and also allow you to shuffle music with a shake. It will come in 8GB (S$248) and 16GB (S$328) versions with nine different colors to choose from.
The iPod classic remains largely the same except for capacity. Instead of a thinner 80GB model and thicker 160GB one, there will now only be a thin 120GB iPod classic which will go for S$398.
The iPod touch has also been updated. It is now thinner and has a curved back, in line with the design of the iPhone 3G. Another significant hardware improvement is the integration of the Nike+ receiver into the touch--runners using the Nike+ system will require only the transmitter in the shoe. Like the last generation, this iPod will come in 8-, 16- and 32GB varieties at lower prices of S$388, S$498 and S$648, respectively.
Also noteworthy are the new in-ear headphones with mic. Not only are these supposed to produce great sounds, they also come with a built-in microphones so you can record your voice using any of the above-mentioned new iPods. The Apple store doesn't list the iPhone 3G as one of this accessory's supported devices, so we suspect you can't use it as a wired headset. More on that tidbit once we manage to get an answer from the company.
All the new iPods can be ordered immediately from your country's Apple Web store. If your country doesn't have one of those, check with your local distributor for details.
See CNET's live coverage of Steve Jobs' speech at the recent Apple's "Let's Rock" event held in San Francisco.
How iTunes could become the ultimate DVD ripper--and why Apple won't let it
John P. Falcone | Sep 09, 2008
The first smattering of user reactions to RealNetworks' RealDVD software--which allows users to legally rip DVD movies to their PC hard drives--is less than enthusiastic, to say the least. The most telling comment: "Lack of mobile device support is the killer for me." Indeed, Real's product lets you move ripped movies between a total of five licensed PCs, but that assumes they're on a USB hard drive or some sort of flash media--thus far, there's no provision for network streaming, and no support for transferring the movies to portable devices."
The iTunes Store: Apple's biggest incentive not to add DVD ripping. (Credit: CNET)
Of course, when people say "portable media players", it's pretty much a synonym for "iPod". And while we could imagine Real eventually cutting deals to have devices that are compatible with its proprietary RealDVD format, it's a safe bet that Apple won't be among the partners. But the whole existence of RealDVD raises another question: If Real can release software that makes it quick, easy, and legal for users to rip their DVDs to their PC hard drive, why can't Apple?
Real's software is built on the legal precedent set by Kaleidescape's 2007 victory over the DVD Copy Control Association. Provided that you are backing up DVDs that you own, doing so for your own personal use, and keeping the copy-protection intact, Real's betting that it, too, can keep the lawyers at bay. Assuming the company is correct, though, that would seem to open the floodgates for other companies to release kosher DVD rippers.
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