The new lineup of popular M1s promises fresh growth, but iPhones still lead the parade. Apple reported its best March quarter ever, which is to say March is not usually a great quarter for Apple. The company does its best during the holiday season by a long way. That pattern isn't changing, but the March quarter, which is Apple's second quarter in the fiscal year, is up 54% … [Read more...] about Apple maintains momentum on spectacular 2020
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Apple’s milestone launch
Putting itself in the center. The veil of secrecy might be slipping or maybe CEO Tim Cook likes to let it slip for a seductive peek or two, because well before the start of this year’s Fall keynote we all knew we were in for a $1,000 Apple iPhone. That’s the kind of news people like to be braced for. Most computers don’t even cost $1,000. Most people also knew a new version of … [Read more...] about Apple’s milestone launch
Prime Sense brings new vision to Apple
Apple has confirmed rumors that it has acquired Israeli semiconductor company PrimeSense. A look at the company's direction before the acquisition might hold hints for the company's technology inside Apple. Like a guilty couple caught in a hotel room, Apple and Prime Sense have finally admitted to doing a deal after it was prematurely revealed in the Israeli press by … [Read more...] about Prime Sense brings new vision to Apple
Teamcenter Mobility app now free
Update to the iOS app allows access to Reporting and Analytics dashboards. Siemens has also updated Teamcenter AppShare. Siemens PLM has updated its Teamcenter Mobility app for the iPad and iPhone with new features and a new price—free. New in version 3.0 is access to Teamcenter Reporting & Analytics (relevant license required) to view and use project dashboards … [Read more...] about Teamcenter Mobility app now free
Sculpteo iPhone case printing app brings digital reality to the experience economy
The app is a print factory in the pocket linking consumers with 3D printing. Sculpteo adds value to a “service bureau” business proposition. An iPhone app for designing and 3D printing custom iPhone cases is gaining attention as an example of how average people can take practical advantage of 3D printing. Sculpteo's free iOS app, 3DPCase, was named this week as an “Innovations … [Read more...] about Sculpteo iPhone case printing app brings digital reality to the experience economy
PTC releases shake-and-break Creo View Mobile for iOS
18 months after its first preview, Creo users have a way to use and share models in the iPad/iPhone environment. PTC has released Creo View Mobile, an iPhone/iPad app for viewing and sharing Creo and Pro/Engineer models. The app is unique among the various CAD-related mobile apps in that a quick shake of the phone or tablet will explode or reassemble model … [Read more...] about PTC releases shake-and-break Creo View Mobile for iOS
GstarCAD release free version of tablet CAD viewer
The viewer can now read DWG drawings directly, eliminating need for a desktop conversion. Beijing-based CAD developer GstarCAD has release a free version of its mobile CAD viewing utility. GstarCAD MC works on iPad, iPhone, and Android devise. This free edition reflects a major update in the paid version, of loading DWG drawing directly, without need of a desktop … [Read more...] about GstarCAD release free version of tablet CAD viewer
PhotoBeamer turns any screen into an iPhone slideshow display
Scalado technology is buried inside most smartphone cameras; now the company is branching out with consumer apps. Scalado has just the thing for people who want to look at their iPhone photo collection on a larger screen. The company that helped bring photography to cellphones has released its first iPhone app, PhotoBeamer, which connects any computer to the iPhone’s photo … [Read more...] about PhotoBeamer turns any screen into an iPhone slideshow display
Graphisoft updates BIMx app for Retina Display
BIMx goes beyond other AEC viewers with such features as gravity, egress recognition, and stereoscopic view. AEC software vendor Graphisoft has updated the iOS apps in its BIMx model review suite to take advantage of Retina Display on the iPhone 4 and the latest version of iPad. The pixel count on the newest iPad is quadrupled from previous versions, presenting a challenge … [Read more...] about Graphisoft updates BIMx app for Retina Display
3D Systems acquires another maker
FreshFiber makes custom cases for smartphones, selling them online and in high-end retail stores. 3D Systems has acquired another vendor of custom 3D printed consumer products. FreshFiber BV, based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, is best known for selling personalized cases for smartphones. 3D Systems says it will integrate FreshFiber into its growing consumer business and … [Read more...] about 3D Systems acquires another maker