June 2nd, 2010
Tethering a Go, Unlimited Data?
Not so much. New iPhone users will have to choose between two data plans: one for $15 a month featuring 200MB of data with a surcharge of $15 for each 200 MB you go over the initial allotment (which seems like lunacy) and a $25 a month plan with 2GB of data and a $10 surcharge for each 1GB you go over. We're not sure about their claims that 98% of iPhone users consume less than 2GB of data per month, but if it's true the new plan might be a fair way for them to improve their network. Free data from all AT&T hotspots remains unchanged, but if you want to tether your iPhone (which you'll be able to do "this summer") it'll cost you an additional $20 on top of your data plan. And we're sure you'll use the 2GB given you in a matter of minutes if you go that route.
Intego Security Memo
A leader in Mac security--a cause near and dear to our hearts--has announced a preliminary list of screen savers and applications found to be installing spy ware on your Mac. Spotlight these things if you're a compulsive personalizer!! The spy ware is called PremiereOpinion and is found in screen savers from the 7art-screensavers company; many of the screen savers are affected and one application (MishInc FLV to Mp3) has been detected doing this dirty deed as well. The full list is here: stay informed, protect yourself, and consider those third party downloads carefully...
iPad Etiquette
In case you were wondering where and when it was appropriate to take out your new toy, Anna Post wrote a little somethin' on the subject. Her opinions range from office to home to, well...kind of delicate places...and they're filled with good sense, tact and courtesy. Read the whole thing over at CNN's Tech page and ask yourself is you're ready to let the strangers on the subway hold your Apple baby. She's right, after all: "curiosity will draw wandering eyes."
Would you let anyone else on your precious? Tell us on Twitter!
Morning, all,
Well, the big shocker today is AT&T's announcement that the days of unlimited data are over--that's right, if you were planning on switching to the iPhone once the 4G rolls out next week, data is going to be capped and most likely more expensive. And tethering? Yeah, you can do that. but it's extra. Thankfully, Intego's still looking out for Apple users and we've got a column by Anna Post on iPad etiquette to help AT&T's medicine go down.
Tethering a Go, Unlimited Data?
Not so much. New iPhone users will have to choose between two data plans: one for $15 a month featuring 200MB of data with a surcharge of $15 for each 200 MB you go over the initial allotment (which seems like lunacy) and a $25 a month plan with 2GB of data and a $10 surcharge for each 1GB you go over. We're not sure about their claims that 98% of iPhone users consume less than 2GB of data per month, but if it's true the new plan might be a fair way for them to improve their network. Free data from all AT&T hotspots remains unchanged, but if you want to tether your iPhone (which you'll be able to do "this summer") it'll cost you an additional $20 on top of your data plan. And we're sure you'll use the 2GB given you in a matter of minutes if you go that route.
The latest in a long line of indignities? That may be going a little far. But it's certainly an unsurprising yet disappointing move from the carrier. We'll wait to see how it plays out before we censure anyone too harshly.
Intego Security Memo
A leader in Mac security--a cause near and dear to our hearts--has announced a preliminary list of screen savers and applications found to be installing spy ware on your Mac. Spotlight these things if you're a compulsive personalizer!! The spy ware is called PremiereOpinion and is found in screen savers from the 7art-screensavers company; many of the screen savers are affected and one application (MishInc FLV to Mp3) has been detected doing this dirty deed as well. The full list is here: stay informed, protect yourself, and consider those third party downloads carefully...
iPad Etiquette
In case you were wondering where and when it was appropriate to take out your new toy, Anna Post wrote a little somethin' on the subject. Her opinions range from office to home to, well...kind of delicate places...and they're filled with good sense, tact and courtesy. Read the whole thing over at CNN's Tech page and ask yourself is you're ready to let the strangers on the subway hold your Apple baby. She's right, after all: "curiosity will draw wandering eyes."
Would you let anyone else on your precious? Tell us on Twitter!
Till tomorrow, Newsies...
