Will Android fragmentation destroy the platform?

Destroy? No. Diminish the value of the platform? Yes. A lot. (via Engadget)

Apple removes Wi-Fi finders from App Store

Why? Because they were using private APIs. That is a violation of the usage agreement. Considering an OS update is coming soon Apple is probably cleaning up the store of apps that use depreciated APIs so customers can have a better experience. All of this complaining about how Apple is screwing developers and censoring is overstated. If you want to develop for the App store then follow the rules. If you want to ride the line (like the soft porn apps) then you are taking a risk of being cut off. If you are using unauthorized private APIs then you have no excuse.

How much would Sony save if they only had 2 models in each category? I bet they might be profitable… maybe.

How much would Sony save if they only had 2 models in each category? I bet they might be profitable… maybe.

Books in the Age of the iPad

Craig Mod brings a fantastic perspective of the future of books and why the iPad changes everything. I found myself agreeing with him completely.

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If you’ve never owned or used an iPhone, you’ll probably find the Nexus One to be a very adequate device and will assume that the minor annoyances are just part of owning a smart phone. If you’ve owned an iPhone for any length of time, you’ll likely feel, as I do, that it’s a rather half-baked device with some good ideas but generally weak execution.
The Nexus One from an iPhone Developer’s Perspective
The amount of wireless data I’ve used between November 2009 and February 2010. Since I have the original iPhone it uses the Edge data network. I’m a prime candidate for a limited (and less expensive) data plan if AT&T ever chooses to do so.

The amount of wireless data I’ve used between November 2009 and February 2010. Since I have the original iPhone it uses the Edge data network. I’m a prime candidate for a limited (and less expensive) data plan if AT&T ever chooses to do so.

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I don’t want to cater to one hardware or one software platform one way to another, and Flash eliminates iPhone users. This year is going to be the year of the mobile [for Virgin].

iPhone ego clash costs Flash at Virgin America

Because the iPhone platform has so much power (at least in the mobile realm) I think a lot of companies will end up going this route. I personally think it is a GOOD thing.

Why DRM Doesn’t Work

Why DRM Doesn’t Work

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What iPhone users choose to access through MobileSafari doesn’t reflect on Apple. But what is listed in the App Store does reflect on Apple. What you see when you peruse the App Store effectively is the App Store.
Daring Fireball: Tits and Apps or why Apple banned 5,000+ semi porn apps from the App Store.
CSS Mess (via atzu)

CSS Mess (via atzu)