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Google testing Android screencast support inside Chrome
Google could be about to make developing and testing mobile websites inside its Chrome browser a while lot easier. As spotted by Chromium expert François Beaufort, the company has included experimental screencast support inside the latest beta version of its desktop browser. It allows developers and tinkerers to connect their Android smartphone or tablet, test code updates and view the results in real time, without having to leave the safety (and comfort) of their desktop. The feature is especially useful for Chrome users who want to ensure their designs look good on different screen sizes and resolutions, or are just getting started in the world of Android development. There's no word on whether Google will make the feature available to the public, meaning you'll have to hit up the Chrome developer channel in order to try it.
New PS3 models outed by FCC just days ahead of E3
With the big E3 Expo set to kick off in just four days, we must admit to being more than a little intrigued at finding a new PS3 model bumble its way out of the FCC test labs. PlayStation 3 models CECH-2501A and CECH-2501B are both certified for 802.11b/g WiFi and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR differing only in hard disk drive configurations. We're also seeing a pair of PS3 DECH-2500A and DECH-S2500A debugging stations -- interesting since a debug unit is typically only required when there's been a change in the chips on the motherboard. Feel free to speculate as we prepare for E3 to kick off on June 15th.
Apple crippling OS X debugging tool to protect iTunes DRM?
Wow, it looks like the cat-and-mouse game of DRM exploits is starting to inflict some collateral damage -- the DTrace debugging tool built into Leopard is apparently locked out of iTunes and any other app that opts-out. Reasons aren't clear, but it sure looks like Apple is trying to keep interested parties from seeing the inner workings of FairPlay and other DRM-enabled apps -- which probably makes the RIAA happy, but makes it harder for devs to get work done. In the words of one DTrace developer, the lockout is "antithetical to the notion of systemic tracing, antithetical to the goals of DTrace, and antithetical to the spirit of open source." That's pretty harsh -- but given Apple's new love for selective feature enabling, we're not expecting a resolution anytime soon.[Via BoingBoing]
TUAW Tip: How to submit a bug to Apple
Find something wrong with an Apple app? Know about a problem with the operating system? Want to know what to do about it? Consider submitting a bug report at Apple's bug reporter website. It's the best way to get Apple's attention and generate a trouble ticket for the problem you've discovered. The site is open to any registered Apple developer and it's free to become a registered Apple developer--you don't actually have to be, you know, a real actual coding or programming developer. Just sign up for an account here. Apple has a handy best practices page to help you submit the best bug report possible. (Hat tip to our own Laurie for this great link!) And here are a few more helpful contact points: AppleCare Extended Service and Support (800) 275-2273 AppleCare Support - 90 Day Warranty (800) 275-2273 AppleCare Support - Legacy (800) 767-2775 AppleCare Support - Education (800) 800-2775 Apple Store (Consumer) (800) MY-APPLE (800-692-7753) Apple Store (Education - Individuals) (800) 780-5009 Apple Store (Education - Schools) (800) 800-2775 Canada AppleCare Extended Service and Support (800) 263-3394 Canada AppleCare Support - Education (800) 800-2775 Canada Apple Store (Consumer) (800) MY-APPLE (800-692-7753) How to get a human faster? Press Zero three times. If a virtual rep answers, say "Operator". International Phone Support Main US support Page. Thanks, Chris.
