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Same Sex Relationship Emoji Images Now Included in Apple iPhone iOS 6 and Mountain Lion OS X 10.8 for Gay (LGBTQ) Aware Icons

Summary. In Apple iPhone iOS 5, the Emoji image icons were available for the first time – native in the OS. However, only heterosexual icons were available. History. Prior to iOS 5, it was necessary to install a third-party keyboard/font to create colorful cartoon-like icons inline with text. A recipient would also need the Emoji installed… Continue reading Same Sex Relationship Emoji Images Now Included in Apple iPhone iOS 6 and Mountain Lion OS X 10.8 for Gay (LGBTQ) Aware Icons

Computer Security: Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple Mac OS X – RISK: HIGH

Security Alert 2012-077:  Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple Mac OS X Date Issued:  September 21, 2012 Maximum Risk Rating/Severity:  High Overview: Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Apple’s Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server that could allow remote code execution. Mac OS X is a desktop operating system for the Apple Mac. Mac OS X… Continue reading Computer Security: Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple Mac OS X – RISK: HIGH

ALERT: HP Printer Update for Apple Causes Programs to Quit Unexpectedly and Crash with HPPrintSettings plug-in Error When Printing With Lion or Mountain Lion OS X 10.8

Update: 26 Oct 2020 We’ve noticed a renewed interest in the eight year old support document below. It’s likely you are here instead to solve a problem with HP printer software suddenly being identified by Apple MacOS as malware. For help with that problem, refer to Apple Security Alert: “HP Utility” or “HPDeviceMonitoring.framework” will damage… Continue reading ALERT: HP Printer Update for Apple Causes Programs to Quit Unexpectedly and Crash with HPPrintSettings plug-in Error When Printing With Lion or Mountain Lion OS X 10.8

RSS Feed Support Gone from Apple OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion Mail Client

Technology > Apple On 25 July 2012, Apple released Mountain Lion (OS X 10.8) as the next major version of their operating system. Some users complained about losing all of their saved RSS feed data from within the Mail client after installing Mountain Lion. Although it’s no longer visible in Mail, old RSS feed content… Continue reading RSS Feed Support Gone from Apple OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion Mail Client

Apple OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion First Impressions and Quick Review

Technology > Apple On 25 July 2012, Apple released Mountain Lion (OS X 10.8) as the next major version of their operating system. Cloud Integrated. The most significant improvement is that the new OS offers a more cloud integrated experience. The Apple iCloud service stores and synchronizes the following: documents (with Pages) presentations and graphics (with… Continue reading Apple OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion First Impressions and Quick Review

Final Cut Pro X Training in Iowa City at the University of Iowa: $250 for Five Half-Day Sessions

Overview & Registration When: Monday – Friday, July 23 – 27, 2012 Where: At the University of Iowa What: High quality training in Apple Final Cut Pro X video editing software. Training spans over five days with half-day sessions each day to leave enough time for people to go home and practice. Cost: Normally over $1,200 NOW… Continue reading Final Cut Pro X Training in Iowa City at the University of Iowa: $250 for Five Half-Day Sessions

Apple WWDC 2012 – The Staggering Numbers and Statistics

On June 11, 2012 Apple held it’s annual WWDC event. [watch] Below are the staggering statistics from the Apple World-Wide Developer Conference. This year, the conference sold out in 1 hour and 43 minutes. App Store and iTunes. Here are some statistics about the Apple App Store and iTunes store. 400 million credit card accounts… Continue reading Apple WWDC 2012 – The Staggering Numbers and Statistics

Apple Macbook Air and Pro PowerCord Wattage Differences 45W, 60W, and 85W varieties – Choosing the Right Adapter

Technology > Apple Summary. According to Apple, their 85-watt power cord will work on all their Macbook notebooks. [source] Standardization – Almost. In recent years, Apple standardized their Macbook power cord plugs with the MagSafe adapter plug. This allows the cords to be physically interchangeable. Yet they aren’t functionally interchangeable — you can’t use a lower wattage… Continue reading Apple Macbook Air and Pro PowerCord Wattage Differences 45W, 60W, and 85W varieties – Choosing the Right Adapter

Apple Lion Mail Incorrect One Unread Message Count Wrong for Inbox or Other Folder

Technology > Apple Summary. The Apple Mail client database files can become corrupted and incorrectly indicate that one or more unread messages are present in the inbox or other folders. This document explains how to fix the problem. Problem Solution. These instructions are written for Apple Mail Version 5.2 included with Lion, but the general… Continue reading Apple Lion Mail Incorrect One Unread Message Count Wrong for Inbox or Other Folder

Apple Virus Warning Appeal Letter

Friends, This past week, you may have heard about the Apple computer Flashback virus. Perhaps you’ve already scanned and cleaned your computer. If so, that’s great. If not, read on. Here’s what’s unique and significant about the Flashback virus: The Flashback virus infected over 600,000 Apple computers world-wide. More than any other previous Apple malware.… Continue reading Apple Virus Warning Appeal Letter

Apple Java Flashback Trojan Virus Malware Detection Checker and Removal Tool Instructions

Technology > Apple Summary. In April 2012, the Backdoor Flashback trojan virus was discovered to have infected over 600,000 Apple computers world-wide. This virus is also known as the Flashfake virus or the Backdoor.Flashback.39 virus. Previous Apple malware required a deceived user to approve installation of fake software. The Flashback virus infected computers without user… Continue reading Apple Java Flashback Trojan Virus Malware Detection Checker and Removal Tool Instructions

Apple Home Folder Permissions Repair Required for Trash Delete Immediately and Fetching Message on OS X 10.7 Lion

Technology > Apple Summary. While using Apple OS X 10.7 Lion, and attempting to drag a file to the Trash, you may at some point receive a message stating, “This item will be deleted immediately. You can’t undo this action.” This is an indication that your home folder permissions have become corrupted. Problem Resolution. Follow these… Continue reading Apple Home Folder Permissions Repair Required for Trash Delete Immediately and Fetching Message on OS X 10.7 Lion