Adobe promises fix for webcam-spying Flash bug
Image used with permission by copyright holder Some technology flaws don’t go away—they just get a Band-Aid applied to them that eventually falls off. Adobe says it is working on a fix to an Adobe Flash vulnerability that enables attackers to trick Flash users into turning on their microphone and/or webcams, potentially enabling attackers to […]
Adobe rolls out Flash 11 and Air 3.0
Nipping on the heels of Apple's iPhone 4S announcement, Adobe had a bit of interesting news regarding the development of its Flash and Air products earlier today.
Microsoft ditches Adobe Flash within Metro IE in Windows 8
Abode's Flash can't seem to catch any breaks from multi-million dollar organizations. With the launch of the Windows 8 developer's build, Microsoft decides to leave Flash behind.
ViewSonic kills the Boxee-powered HDTV
Is a dramatic shift in the decreased amount of free Web-based video content making television manufacturers rethink the smart TV concept? Viewsonic is one of the first to scale back on implementing smart TV.
Boxee rolls out iPad app, announces firmware update for Boxee Box
Despite a slow start with adding services at the launch of the Boxee Box in late 2010, the media company has continued to support existing products as well as add iPad support for Boxee fanatics.
Green Lantern 2 in the works and Flash script is moving forward
Despite slightly abysmal box office numbers, Warner Bros. appears to be going ahead with a Green Lantern sequel that will be “edgier and darker.” A possible adaptation of the superhero Flash is also moving ahead, thanks to a “solid script.”
Adobe Edge brings Flash-like tools to HTML5
Adobe is aiming to capture the hearts and minds of Web creators with Edge, bringing Flash-like authoring tools to HTML5.
Pandora ditches Flash for new site design
With a whole new look and improved function, Pandora is ready to release its new site on users starting this week.
Google launches tool to convert Flash into iPhone-friendly HTML5
Google has an experimental new product out that promises to convert Flash-based ads and animations into an OS X friendly HTML5 format.
Adobe warns Android, Mac, and PC users of Flash security hole
Adobe has issued a new security patch for a glitch in Flash.
Adobe CEO: Android tablets will beat iPads
While brushing aside the rift between Adobe and Apple, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen says that Android tablets will soon overtake the iPad, just as Android smartphones now beat the iPhone.
SanDisk buying SSD maker Pliant for $327 million
Image used with permission by copyright holder Flash memory manufacturer SanDisk is betting heavily on the future of solid-state storage: the company has reached a deal to acquire solid-state drive maker Pliant for some $327 million in cash and equity-based incentives. Pliant makes high-performance SAS solid-state drives designed for enterprise and data center storage solutions, […]
SanDisk pushes flash storage down to 19nm
On the heels of Intel and Micron shrinking flash storage to a 20nm process, SanDisk announces they've gone even smaller: 19nm.
Amazon Cloud Player doesn’t play well with Mobile Safari for iOS
Amazon's newly released Cloud Player for Web appears to be blocked in Apple's Mobile Safari for iOS devices.
HSN confirms Nook Store, Android 2.2, Flash, push e-mail for Nook Color
Android 2.2, Adobe Flash support, push e-mail and an app store will upgrade Barnes & Noble's Nook Color e-reader to tablet status with a mid-April software update.
Nook Color to get Nook Store for apps, probably Flash support as well
Barnes & Noble's Nook Color e-reader/tablet is getting a Nook Store for apps and (probably) Adobe Flash support in April.
Google fixes Flash security bug before Adobe
Google has addressed a serious security issue in Adobe's Flash Player -- but only for its Chrome browser.
Adobe Flash Player has ‘critical’ security issue, won’t be addressed until next week
Adobe discovers a "critical" security issue in all versions of Flash Player, plus Acrobat and Reader. A fix is planned for release next week.
Adobe reveals Flash-to-HTML5 converter Wallaby
Adobe reveals Wallaby, an experimental file conversion application that turns Flash content into HTML.
The Great Gatsby gets the Nintendo treatment
An NES take on The Great Gatsby puts a whole new and very addictive spin on the classic novel.
Apple iPad vs. RIM Playbook vs. Motorola Xoom vs. Dell Streak 7
Analyst Rob Enderle compares Apple’s iPad to its latest competitors including the RIM Playbook, Motorola Xoom and Dell Streak 7.
SanDisk settles flash memory suit with Imation
SanDisk and Imation have agreed to settle two flash memory patent infringement cases with a cross-licensing agreement...and Imation paying Sandisk royalties.
What we know about Google’s Cr-48 Chrome OS notebook so far
Google's long-rumored Cr-48 notebook has reached a handful of testers, and they're spilling the goods on the first Chrome OS hardware. We round up first impressions from around the Web.
Apple releases Mac OS X 10.6.5, Security Update
Apple's Mac OS X 10.6.5 includes feature enhancements, omits AirPrint, and fixes many security holes...about half of which are in Adobe Flash.
Samsung possibly releasing a 10-inch Galaxy Tab
There's buzz about the possible introduction of a 10-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab. If it turns out to be true, the tablet would be a direct competitor for the 9.7-inch iPad.
Skyfire briefly brings Flash video to iPhones and then ‘sells out’
Skyfire's browser lasts only five hours in the App Store before vanishing.
Adobe AIR for Android now available
Good news for AIR developers, Adobe has announced the AIR is available for Android.
Microsoft looking to buy Adobe?
News of a "secret" meeting between Adobe and Microsoft have buy-out rumors flying...but most agree it's far-fetched.
Adobe Flash under fire with another zero-day exploit
Adobe can’t catch a break. First Reader, now Flash, is under attack.
Adobe resurrects Flash tool after Apple about-face
Adobe has responded to Apple's new developer rules by resuming work on Packager for iPhone, which allows developers to port applications from Flash to iOS.
Adobe Issues Security Updates for Flash, Warns on Adobe Reader
Adobe has a security update to deal with zero-day vulnerabilities in Flash Player...but Acrobat and Adobe Reader have to wait until the end of June.
Hulu Likely Not to Come to iPad as NBC and Time Warner Choose Flash over Apple
Hulu will not be coming to iPad anytime soon as NBC Universal and Time Warner both claim that they will not retool their video libraries to accommodate the iPad.
Hulu Sides With Flash, Says HTML 5 is not Ready for Primetime
The online TV service Hulu has declared that HTML5 is not ready, so it will stick with Flash. For now.
Adobe May be Behind the Apple Antitrust Inquiry
A recent change in Apple’s license banned all third-party development tools, including Adobe’s Flash. Now it appears that Adobe may have a hand in the antitrust inquiry that is about to begin.
Microsoft Agrees With Apple on Adobe Flash
In a recent Microsoft blog entry, the manager for Internet Explorer 9 agreed with Apple that HTML5 is the future.
Adobe Abandons Flash-to-iPhone
Adobe says it's not going to put any more time or money into the Flash-to-iPhone capability it built into Flash CS5.
Adobe Unveils Creative Suite 5
Adobe has officially announced Creative Suite 5: over a dozen products, four online services, and a new Web design app...and prices ranging up to $2,599.