[MyAppleMenu] Jun 5, 2009

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**** Apple Releases AirPort Utility 5.4.2 Update <http://www.macworld.com/article/140977/2009/06/apple_releases_airport_utility_542_update.html?lsrc=rss_main>
by David Dahlquist, Macworld

Released on Wednesday, the AirPort Utility 5.4.2 update provides a number of fixes, including an issue that kept AirPort Utility from reading certain AirPort wireless device configurations, and a bug that prevented the software from downloading firmware for the devices.

**** Combine Multiple Mail Messages For Forwarding <http://www.macworld.com/article/140978/2009/06/forwardmany.html?lsrc=rss_main>
by Rob Griffiths, Macworld

**** New Beijing Apple Store Design A Blend Of East Meets West <http://www.macworld.com/article/140979/2009/06/new_beijing_apple_store_a_stunning_blend_of_east_meets_west_.html?lsrc=rss_main>
by David Dahlquist, Macworld

Apple has given its patented "giant glass box" retail store concept a localized makeover for its second Beijing store.

**** Apple Updates iLife Apps, Digital Camera Raw Compatibility <http://www.macworld.com/article/140987/2009/06/ilifeupdate.html?lsrc=rss_main>
by Peter Cohen, Macworld

Apple on Thursday released updates to its iLife ’09 applications, the iLife Support software those apps rely on, and a Digital Camera Raw Compatibility Update, which extends raw image compatibility for applications like Aperture and iPhoto.

**** The Short Lifespan Of The iPhone <http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/06/04/the-short-lifespan-of-the-iphone/>
by MG Siegler, TechCrunch

**** Just Having An iPhone App Isn't Enough <http://adage.com/digital/article?article_id=137069>
by Michael Learmonth, Advertising Age

Once, just having a smartphone application was enough, but the era of novelty &mdash; the blowing, shaking, one-trick-pony app &mdash; is pretty much over. To rise above the clutter, an app has to be truly useful, whether it's created by a brand or by an entrepreneur.

**** 10 Really Useful Menu Bar Extras For Mac OS X <http://www.techradar.com/news/software/applications/10-really-useful-menu-bar-extras-for-mac-os-x-605507?src=rss&attr=newsall>
by TechRadar

So you've got your brand-new Mac with a shiny widescreen display; acres of space sits between the Help menu and Apple's handful of default menu extras, begging to be used to the full.

**** Unwritten Code Rules Silicon Valley Hiring <http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/04/technology/companies/04trust.html>
by Miguel Helft, New York Times

Some veteran human resources executives said that hiring was not so much the issue; employees are free to look for work pretty much anywhere. But they say major companies often have an unwritten agreement to not actively poach employees from their partners.

**** Palm's Pre Is Winning Rave Reviews. But Apple Is Aout To Extend Its Most Important Advantage: Apps <http://www.businessweek.com/technology/ByteOfTheApple/blog/archives/2009/06/apps_to_get_che.html>
by Peter Burrows, BusinessWeek

With iPhone 3.0, developers will be able to crank up their ARPU, by building recurring revenue streams via subscriptions and what’s known as in-app commerce.

**** Jobs Ready To Return To Apple Helm <http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124415751596986965.html>
by Yukari Iwatani Kane and Joann S. Lublin, Wall Street Journal

After months of uncertainty about Steve Jobs's health, the Apple Inc. chief executive appears on track to return from medical leave this month, said people familiar with Apple.

While Mr. Jobs has been on sick leave, some Apple directors have gotten weekly updates about his medical condition from the CEO's physician, according to a person familiar with the matter. Mr. Jobs's recovery "is coming along" and he is on schedule to return to work later this month, said this person, who has seen Mr. Jobs in recent weeks.

**** Google Releases Dev Version Of Chrome For Mac And Linux. But It Doesn't Want You To Use It. <http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/06/04/google-releases-dev-version-of-chrome-for-mac-and-linux-but-it-doesnt-want-you-to-use-it/>
by Jason Kincaid, TechCrunch

**** Launching Apps: Beyond The Dock <http://www.macworld.com/article/140911/2009/06/customizeosxapplications.html?lsrc=rss_main>
by Macworld

Sure, you could use the Dock and the Applications folder to launch applications. But there are plenty of ways to tweak OS X to make that everyday chore easier, from launchers like LaunchBar to customized hot-key shortcuts.

**** NoteBook 3.0 <http://www.macworld.com/article/140982/2009/06/notebook3.html?lsrc=rss_main>
by Nathan Alderman, Macworld

However you use your Mac, a little more organization probably wouldn't hurt. Circus Ponies' NoteBook 3.0 gives you astounding powers to manage your digital life—provided you’re not initially terrified by its mind-boggling scope. NoteBook, a premiere notetaker and organizing tool, isn't unfriendly by any means. Multiple paper and binding types (including legal pads, three-ring binders, and graph paper) and virtual sticky notes and tabs give the program a welcome touch of whimsy. Still, the sheer extent of its features can seem intimidating at first.



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**** Mono Develop 2.0 Rivals Microsoft Visual Studio <http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Application-Development/Mono-Develop-20-Rivals-Microsoft-Visual-Studio-314772/?kc=rss>
by Jeff Cogswell, eWeek

The Mono Project's MonoDevelop is a full IDE for developing C# programs under the Mono runtime. If you’ve worked with Microsoft Visual Studio, you will see many similarities in MonoDevelop and will feel quite comfortable in the Mono environment. If you’re new to MonoDevelop and haven’t worked in Visual Studio, you’ll find that the learning curve is not very steep.

**** Software 'Gives Children A Voice' <http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/north_east/8081410.stm>
by BBC News

Scientists claim to have developed the first technology of its kind to allow children with communication problems to converse better.



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**** Cloned Species <http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2009/05/cloned-species/mueller-text>
by Tom Mueller, National Geographic

Bringing extinct species back to life is no longer considered science fiction. But is it a good idea?

**** Econs And Humans <http://claremont.org/publications/crb/id.1616/article_detail.asp>
by Lawrence M. Mead, The Claremont Institute

The ethos of modern economics is at war with the moral basis of capitalism.



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**** Singapore Confirms 12th H1N1 Case <http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/433916/1/.html>
by Hasnita A Majid, Channel NewsAsia

**** Grangeford Residents Refuse To Vacate Premises, Demand Compensation <http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/433919/1/.html>
by Valarie Tan, Channel NewsAsia

**** Lady Bracknell Admonishes Temasek <http://www.yawningbread.org/arch_2009/yax-1037.htm>
by Au Yaipang, Yawning Bread

Aside from the nitty-gritty of financial transactions, what is worrying is how quickly assurances that "we are long term investors" are jettisoned.

The gap between the "no need to worry, it's only paper losses" rhetoric and billions in real losses is so wide, there is an urgent need for Temasek to explain itself.

**** Secular Fundamentalists Are Oppressive, Says Thio Li-Ann <http://www.yawningbread.org/arch_2009/yax-1036.htm>
by Au Yaipang, Yawning Bread

Forget principles of social and legal justice. Forget scientific evidence. Forget objectivity. Belief is everything. This is the kind of "secular state" Thio wants.

**** Lame Excuses Given By Tharman On Temasek's Loss <http://wayangparty.com/?p=10088>
by Jeremy Koh and Eugene Yeo, The Wayang Party Club

**** Temasek's Investment In Barclays - A Lesson In Bad Timing <http://blogs.wsj.com/deals/2009/06/04/temaseks-investment-in-barclays-a-lesson-in-bad-timing/>
by Peter Stein, Wall Street Journal

Temasek came under fire from a few Singapore lawmakers recently for offloading its stake in Bank of America at a loss of about $4.6 billion. (Click here to see Temasek’s response.) Given how well Barclays share have performed since Temasek decided to cut its losses, it will be interesting to see if this part of its portfolio rebalancing proves as controversial.

**** Temasek Issues Rare Warning <http://www.todayonline.com/Business/EDC090605-0000069/Temasek-issues-rare-warning>
by Christie Loh, Today

“It is not Temasek’s policy to respond to them ... (Temasek) advises the public to take steps to verify the information independently, before acting on any such reports,” said Mr Goh Yong Siang, senior managing director of international and strategic relations at Temasek.

But market watchers pointed out that members of the public have few avenues to turn to for official information.

**** Why Temasek Sold Barclays <http://www.straitstimes.com/Breaking+News/Singapore/Story/STIStory_386276.html>
by Fiona Chan, Straits Times

Uncertainty may have been one of the reasons behind Temasek Holdings' decision to sell off its stake in British bank Barclays in December and January despite the huge loss it would make, fund managers said on Thursday.

**** Why Barclays Is Unlikely To Be Nationalized: How Temasek Got Played Out By Abu Dhabi Investment Corp <http://wayangparty.com/?p=10099>
by The Wayang Party Club

**** Sky's The Limit For Singapore Gardens <http://www.terradaily.com/2007/090605025959.2kesgy7m.html>
by AFP

**** Singapore: Buy High, Sell Low II <http://asiasentinel.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1919&Itemid=233>
by Asia Sentinel

The citizens of Singapore were apparently not worthy of being told of how their money is being mismanaged.

**** China Teams Up With Singapore To Build Huge Eco City <http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jun/04/china-singapore-tianjin-eco-city>
by Jonathan Watts, The Guardian

China and Singapore are pooling expertise and finance to build a green urban community in north-east China, with the capacity for 350,000 people, naer the western shore of the Bohai, one of the most polluted seas in the world.