Google Refines Searches
Google has announced that they will be updating their search algorithms, prioritizing legitimate sources for film and music over sites that have received remove notices.
This will enable people to find sources and avoid some of the less secure sites, some of which have viruses and malware.
A counter-notification process will also be offered to individuals whose sites have been wrongfully flagged.
Physical CD Purchases On Cloud ?
Amazon.com
Billboard claims that this feature will be enabled for Americans sometime in the fall. But there is no news on a Canadian service yet.
The Gift Card Savings Continue
Starting today and ending August 16th, a four pack of $15 iTunes gift cards will be available at some Future Shop locations for $48.
Though listed with a webID, these cards don’t appear to be available though their online store. But you can buy gift cards online by clicking on the following banner.
Cinemanow Offers Digital Copies
Cinemanow Canada has partnered with Universal and is now offering digital copies of certain films though Future Shop and Best Buy Canada.
The Jaws
The company is also planning on allowing the purchase and rental of films up to two weeks before the official release of these films on DVD and Blu-ray
iOS 6 Minus Youtube App
The Verge reported that the new iOS 6 operating system for Apple products will not include an app to view Youtube videos because their license expired.
Google is currently working on a standalone version so Apple users will be able to view Youtube videos on the new operating system.