[Greyface]

Corrupt App Store binaries crashing on launch

Last night, within minutes of Apple approving the Instapaper 4.2.3 update, I was deluged by support email and Twitter messages from customers saying that it crashed immediately on launch, even with a clean install. This didn’t make sense — obviously, Apple had reviewed it, and it worked for them. My submitted archive from Xcode worked perfectly. But every time I downloaded the update from the App Store, clean or not, it crashed instantly. Lots of anxiety and research led me to the problem: a seemingly corrupt update being distributed by the App Store in some regions, including at least the U.S. and U.K., but seemingly not all — as far as I can tell, the corrupt file never hit Australia, at least. And this is happening to other apps, not just Instapaper, updated in the last few days. Characterizations of this issue: The app crashes immediately on launch, every time, even after a delete and reinstall as long as the corrupt file is being served by the App Store. It doesn’t even show the Default.png before crashing. Just a split-second of a partial fade to black, then back to Springboard. It may only affect customers in some regions. If updating from iTunes, some customers might get a dialog citing error 8324 or 8326. Mac apps might show this dialog: “[App] is damaged and can’t be opened. Delete [App] and download it again from the App Store.” The console might show: AppleFairplayTextCrypterSession::fairplayOpen() failed, error -42110 I emailed App Review less than an hour after the update went live and yelled about it on Twitter. About two hours after the update went live, a correct, functional version of it started being distributed on reinstalls. As far as I know, the problem hasn’t recurred since then. I haven’t yet received a response from App Review, so I don’t know whether the fix was because I made noise, or because a cache expired somewhere that forced the problematic CDN nodes to redownload the binary correctly. The only fix for people with bad copies, once good copies are being served again by the App Store, is to delete and reinstall the app. I’ve heard reports of this happening with numerous updates released on July 3 and July 4, including: Instapaper, obviously GoodReader (more info) Readdle Scanner Pro Threadnote Please Stay Calm SMARTReporter (Mac) Metronome+ PDX Bus Pair Angry Birds Space HD Free Gaia GPS Redshift Flick Soccer Please contact me if you know of others, and I’ll add them to the list. If you’re a developer, and you have a non-critical update pending release, I suggest waiting a few days for this to presumably get sorted out before releasing it. Because if this happens to you, all of your most active users, the people who will install updates within hours of them becoming available, will be stopped in their tracks. They’ll think you’re careless, incompetent, and sloppy for issuing a release that doesn’t work. And they’ll leave you a lot of angry 1-star reviews. Apple: This is a serious problem. It’s not isolated. Please fix this.

[dream]

1) congratulations on shedding the albatross.

2) Have you ever seen this before?


Neither numbler nor I can figure out why that popped up.

[LukasTaves]

try changing country in settings for app or account to US

I couldn't find any options to change that either within the app or my google account... The google app was enabled to use my location, but changing that didn't work.

Even so, Thanks for the reply :P

[Crazymoogle]

Neither numbler nor I can figure out why that popped up.

The battery...? (It happens when you plug it in and then fades out...)

[Crazymoogle]

Exactly. My iPad and Macbook chargers with their wall plugs swapped: Works a treat, really.

Yep. In fact, Apple's "world travel kit" is just a small iPhone/iPad charger block with the different plugs for each region as seperate pieces. (Really annoying to have to buy all those regions you don't need, but cool that it's really the same base piece for every region)

The only device that doesn't work well with this modularity is Plugbug (small red device - turns your macbook charger into a macbook + iDevice charger) since for some ridiculous reason they built the plug into their device instead of letting users daisychain the extension cord onto it.

[fizzelopeguss]

Just ordered one, hopefully i'll be joining you guys in the tablet world soon.

[Flying_Phoenix]

So iPages and Keynote or QuickOfficeHD? I'm mostly doing schoolwork.

Also is there any software similar to Zim Wiki?

[Gamecocks625]

So iPages and Keynote or QuickOfficeHD? I'm mostly doing schoolwork. Also is there any software similar to Zim Wiki?

Pages and keynote have worked great for me. Plus it has iCloud integration.

[Flying_Phoenix]

Pages and keynote have worked great for me. Plus it has iCloud integration.

I would also like to add that I want no problems exporting stuff in Word format. Not sure if that will be an issue or not.

[Gamecocks625]

I would also like to add that I want no problems exporting stuff in Word format. Not sure if that will be an issue or not.

I haven't had any issues using Pages and then exporting to Word. Pages with iCloud allows for that as well (download in Word, Pages, or PDF).

THat said, I haven't had any experience with the other app you mentioned so not sure.

[giga]

1) congratulations on shedding the albatross. 2) Have you ever seen this before? Neither numbler nor I can figure out why that popped up.

No idear.

[Heel]

Picup just added iPad support, Dropbox integration etc. Nice!

[Quick]

So, I redeemed a code to download a movie on iTunes. I downloaded it on my PC, but I want it on my iPad. My computer is in another country, and I don't see any option to re-download my movie in my iPad. Going to the movie's information page on iTunes on the iPad only shows a "Buy now" option. Clicking it asks me if I want to buy it again.

Is there something I'm missing here?

[Ollie Pooch]

Yep. In fact, Apple's "world travel kit" is just a small iPhone/iPad charger block with the different plugs for each region as seperate pieces. (Really annoying to have to buy all those regions you don't need, but cool that it's really the same base piece for every region) The only device that doesn't work well with this modularity is Plugbug (small red device - turns your macbook charger into a macbook + iDevice charger) since for some ridiculous reason they built the plug into their device instead of letting users daisychain the extension cord onto it.

They've changed the indents on the plug on the Retina Macbook cord for some reason so I can no longer use its cord on the iPhone charger.

[Liu Kang Baking A Pie]

So, I redeemed a code to download a movie on iTunes. I downloaded it on my PC, but I want it on my iPad. My computer is in another country, and I don't see any option to re-download my movie in my iPad. Going to the movie's information page on iTunes on the iPad only shows a "Buy now" option. Clicking it asks me if I want to buy it again. Is there something I'm missing here?

Some movies from certain studios aren't available to download everywhere through iCloud. You can only copy from your computer.

[giga]

So, I redeemed a code to download a movie on iTunes. I downloaded it on my PC, but I want it on my iPad. My computer is in another country, and I don't see any option to re-download my movie in my iPad. Going to the movie's information page on iTunes on the iPad only shows a "Buy now" option. Clicking it asks me if I want to buy it again. Is there something I'm missing here?

http://www.macrumors.com/2012/04/07/...ble-on-icloud/

Also, check the purchased tab in iTunes to see if it's there.

[Quick]

Some movies from certain studios aren't available to download everywhere through iCloud. You can only copy from your computer.

Ah balls.

http://www.macrumors.com/2012/04/07/...ble-on-icloud/ Also, check the purchased tab in iTunes to see if it's there.

Nope, it's not. Checked that first.

Sucks that I can't transfer without erasing my current movies, but it's not the end of the world.

Any good way of transferring movies from my iPad to my Mac?

[will27]

Hi,
Do you guys know if I buy pages will I be able to open word attachments or be able to see tracked changes?

[Greyface]

Corrupt App Store binaries crashing on launch

Apple told Macworld and WSJ that it's now been fixed. Problem with the drm apparantly

Hi, Do you guys know if I buy pages will I be able to open word attachments...

Yes

or be able to see tracked changes?

No

[Mecha_Infantry]

1) congratulations on shedding the albatross. 2) Have you ever seen this before? Neither numbler nor I can figure out why that popped up.

Happens everytime I plug in dude

[bananas]

I just bought a new iPad.

It should be here by Wednesday.

We we we so excited.

[TechSamurai]

Picup just added iPad support, Dropbox integration etc. Nice!

Have you tried Minus?

I have been using it since reading about it here: http://www.tested.com/news/feature/3563-the-best-place-to-store-your-jpegs-and-gifs-six-image-hosting-sites-compared/

[Jordan91]

So, I am getting a new iPad for my birthday in two weeks time. Do the Smart cases work correctly with these?

If not, any suggestions for a nice case?

Regards,

[Number45]

Has anyone tried Watchlater? It's kind of like Instapaper for video - I've been using it for a while and I like it, but I find it a little clumsy to use (and I really wish it would work out a way of pulling in YT subs). Anyone use it, or have alternatives that might do a better job?

[LukasTaves]

Is there any ipad app comparable to People Hub on winphone/8 or the people app in Android?

Has anyone tried Watchlater? It's kind of like Instapaper for video - I've been using it for a while and I like it, but I find it a little clumsy to use (and I really wish it would work out a way of pulling in YT subs). Anyone use it, or have alternatives that might do a better job?

I use pocket to mark videos to view later, never had a problem...

[Number45]

I use pocket to mark videos to view later, never had a problem...

Does it allow you to download them so that you can view them without a connection later? Meant to mention that, I have a Wifi model and I'm not always near useable Wifi.

[LukasTaves]

Does it allow you to download them so that you can view them without a connection later? Meant to mention that, I have a Wifi model and I'm not always near useable Wifi.

I see... No, unfortunately it won't download for later viewing...

[Number45]

I see... No, unfortunately it won't download for later viewing...

No problem, thanks anyway. Pocket looks nice actually, might check it out (I already have Instapaper, but it's free so who cares!). :)

[TechSamurai]

No problem, thanks anyway. Pocket looks nice actually, might check it out (I already have Instapaper, but it's free so who cares!). :)

I have (and paid for before it was free) both, and I prefer Pocket. It is just too handy to have one app to save any page and any content (using bookmarklets) to "read" later.

[TechSamurai]

So, I am getting a new iPad for my birthday in two weeks time. Do the Smart cases work correctly with these? If not, any suggestions for a nice case? Regards,

Smart Cases will work, more case advice on page 242 of this thread.

[Flying_Phoenix]

Had my iPad since yesterday. ...I'm never using a laptop ever again...that is all.

[Tobor]

Has anyone tried Watchlater? It's kind of like Instapaper for video - I've been using it for a while and I like it, but I find it a little clumsy to use (and I really wish it would work out a way of pulling in YT subs). Anyone use it, or have alternatives that might do a better job?

Try Roadshow. I used to use that before getting LTE on the new iPad.

[Talon]

Pocket is actually good for saving video.

I rely on Instapaper for text, still, but Pocket stays on my phone for rich media.

[Gamecocks625]

Had my iPad since yesterday. ...I'm never using a laptop ever again...that is all.

Desktop at work and iPad everywhere else is my combo. Love it.

[Metroid Hunter]

I'm going to buy one school, but should I get the 16 GB or 32 GB?

I already have an iPhone and a MacBook Air that I'm taking with me to university. I'll use this primarily as an eReader and for Safari, and some iWork/iLife stuff.

But I've used 12 GB out of the 14 GB on my iPhone and I'm holding back some applications for that. I might want to also put a movie or two on this thing as well!

My dad told me to get the 32 GB (he's giving me $1000 for this), but I'd like to save the $100.

[Community Forum]

Had my iPad since yesterday. ...I'm never using a laptop ever again...that is all.

Got one a few weeks ago, and I'm addicted to it. All I do when I'm at home is play around on it. Everything looks so beautiful. The TV and all the consoles are getting very neglected. I don't even want to play any of my new Xbox 360 games... I would rather progress through some of the free or 99 cent games I've downloaded. What is happening to me?

[Greyface]

I'm going to buy one school, but should I get the 16 GB or 32 GB? I already have an iPhone and a MacBook Air that I'm taking with me to university. I'll use this primarily as an eReader and for Safari, and some iWork/iLife stuff. But I've used 12 GB out of the 14 GB on my iPhone and I'm holding back some applications for that. I might want to also put a movie or two on this thing as well! My dad told me to get the 32 GB (he's giving me $1000 for this), but I'd like to save the $100.

I just got my MacBook Pro with Retina display and Skim on it is better than any PDF reader the iPad has to offer. I previously had the new iPad and a Macbook Air but decided to switch to a combo of a dedicated ereader and MBPr. The iPad just isn't capable enough

[Rabid Wolverine]

Got one a few weeks ago, and I'm addicted to it. All I do when I'm at home is play around on it. Everything looks so beautiful. The TV and all the consoles are getting very neglected. I don't even want to play any of my new Xbox 360 games... I would rather progress through some of the free or 99 cent games I've downloaded. What is happening to me?

I'm the same.

Xbox 360/WII/PS3 have not been touched in a while. Ill likely only play Halo 4 later this year.

Only PC and New IPAD have been getting my attention.

Infinitly Blade is so addictive. 99 Cents and have been playing for days and still continue too.

[Tobor]

I'm going to buy one school, but should I get the 16 GB or 32 GB? I already have an iPhone and a MacBook Air that I'm taking with me to university. I'll use this primarily as an eReader and for Safari, and some iWork/iLife stuff. But I've used 12 GB out of the 14 GB on my iPhone and I'm holding back some applications for that. I might want to also put a movie or two on this thing as well! My dad told me to get the 32 GB (he's giving me $1000 for this), but I'd like to save the $100.

Your Dad is right, get the 32.

[Gamecocks625]

Your Dad is right, get the 32.

Yup, agree. Get the 32GB. You'll be surprised how much content you will want to put on it.

[Vyer]

I'm going to buy one school, but should I get the 16 GB or 32 GB? I already have an iPhone and a MacBook Air that I'm taking with me to university. I'll use this primarily as an eReader and for Safari, and some iWork/iLife stuff. But I've used 12 GB out of the 14 GB on my iPhone and I'm holding back some applications for that. I might want to also put a movie or two on this thing as well! My dad told me to get the 32 GB (he's giving me $1000 for this), but I'd like to save the $100.

Yeah, if you already like to put a lot of apps up, definitely go with the 32.

[mescalineeyes]

I'm going to buy one school, but should I get the 16 GB or 32 GB? I already have an iPhone and a MacBook Air that I'm taking with me to university. I'll use this primarily as an eReader and for Safari, and some iWork/iLife stuff. But I've used 12 GB out of the 14 GB on my iPhone and I'm holding back some applications for that. I might want to also put a movie or two on this thing as well! My dad told me to get the 32 GB (he's giving me $1000 for this), but I'd like to save the $100.

There really is no need for an iPad at all if you already have the Air, but if you are hell-bent on it, definitely get the 16GB.

[Cheebo]

There really is no need for an iPad at all if you already have the Air, but if you are hell-bent on it, definitely get the 16GB.

No way, 16 GB is not enough for retina.

[Darkness]

Anyone know a good iPad app for drawing diagrams? Doesn't have to be too fancy. I do studio photography and often have lighting ideas that hit me at random points. I scribble down stuff on napkins and figured I would organize my ideas.

Ideally I just need a white page that lets me freely draw lines, rectangles and other basic things. Nothing fancy just a way too get all my ideas in one place even if they are drawn messy :)

[scorcho]

noteability. exports to PDF and provides you with blank or grid paper backgrounds. all lines/pens are vectored and its easy to remove stray strokes with the erase tool. you can also import photos into the program and draw directly on top of it.

[Darkness]

noteability. exports to PDF and provides you with blank or grid paper backgrounds. all lines/pens are vectored and its easy to remove stray strokes with the erase tool. you can also import photos into the program and draw directly on top of it.

Awesome. Sounds like what I need with extra features I could use. I'll grab it.

[Husker86]

No way, 16 GB is not enough for retina.

Sure it is, but obviously not for everyone. I have like 6GB free because i just stream my music since i hardly use the iPad for music. I always have my phone on me so I don't see the need to have 2 devices loaded with the same music.

[scorcho]

Awesome. Sounds like what I need with extra features I could use. I'll grab it.

i've found it worth much more than the 4 or 5 bucks i paid for it. if you have a stylus you'll find a ton of uses for the program, especially with its ability to import/export with Dropbox.

[The Real Abed]

I recently switched over to Google Drive. I hope it's not premature though. I don't really have any apps now that used it so I'm fine for now. I guess if I have to I'll set up DB on my server and use a Hazel script to move files to my Google Drive or something. I hope more apps support GD in time. I'm surprised even Chrome doesn't even support saving to GD... Yet.

Also, I love Pocket. It's one of my favorite apps and I use it on my computer and iOS devices all the time. So much nicer than what it was when it was Read it Later.

[Dark_AnNiaLatOr]

Does anyone use only their iPad for college with a bluetooth keyboard? If so, is it comfortable to use and does it feel like it's a compromise? I'm thinking about selling the MacBook Pro that I'll get in a scholarship, so I can purchase the new iPad. The reason I want the iPad is so I can play tablet games and browse the web at home. However; is Pages a good replacement for Word?