Category: Product Updates

In 2012, Apple introduced the Lightning connector, a small, digital 8-pin connector for iOS devices. Overnight, the consumer backlash seemed overwhelming because these new adaptors were incompatible with the thousands (upon thousands) of accessories out there that were made for the original 30-pin connection. However, many cheered at the discontinuation of what was considered a…

There’s still a little bit of time! We have lots of gifts under $25, which make great stocking stuffers. If you still need that perfect something, check out our Under $75 and Under $150 lists as well! Of course, if you’re shopping for the big dog (you know, a brand spanking new Mac) this Christmas,…

Here at Small Dog, we are super excited to announce that we will be using the Passbook App that came with iOS6 for our in-store coupons! You heard right — you can find our current listing of all Holiday coupons here at Smalldog.com/passbook. This list will be ever-changing, so you should bookmark it and frequently…

Today, Apple released iOS 6 to the public, as was previously announced. iOS 6 is available for iPad, iPhone and iPod touches (see details and full compatibility list here). Here’s how you get the free update: Connect your device to iTunes Select “Check for Update” Or, wirelessly connect: Go to Settings > General > Software…

The latest operating system for Mac, OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, was released last Wednesday as a download-only update. If you haven’t upgraded yet, get it here for $19.99. Can You Get It Free? If you have purchased a new Mac between June 11, 2012 (when Mountain Lion was announced), and July 25, 2012 (when…

We get a lot of customers bringing in their MagSafe adapter because it won’t charge their laptop anymore. In most cases, the cable is damaged on either end due to over-flexing. Apple has acknowledged this issue and has a replacement program in effect. Apple describes the issue as “Fraying, melting, straining, sparking, weakening, discoloration, bubbling…

VideoLan, developers of the popular (and free) VLC video player, announced that their 2.0.0 version for OS X will have some exciting new features. It will use an interface similar to iTunes, have a full-screen mode in Lion, and if you have the right hardware, allow unprotected Blu-ray playback. VLC released version 2.0.0. last Friday,…

In addition to the iOS 5.0.1 update for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, Apple has released several updates for other products. Here are the details: MacBook Pro SMC Firmware Update 1.5 According to Apple, “This update resolves an issue where a MacBook Pro being used with a power adapter may unexpectedly shut down under heavy…

Last week, Apple acknowledged the battery drain issue in the iPhone 4S, citing bugs in iOS 5 in addition to user preferences within it. I mentioned some of the preferences one could change in last Friday’s issue of Kibbles & Bytes, and it looks as though there are more settings that Apple recommends changing. Via…

Apple has released Thunderbolt Software Update for OS X Lion users. According to Apple “this update provides support for the Apple Thunderbolt Display and bug fixes for Thunderbolt device compatibility.” Thunderbolt Software Update (OS X Lion) can be obtained via Software Update or by download from Apple’s support site.