February 2nd, 2010
Apple has just pushed out an update to iTunes, which brings the software to version 9.0.3. It still looks and acts the same as 9.0.2, but it does come with several bug fixes and improvements:
iTunes no longer ignores your “Remember password for purchases” setting.
Addresses problems with syncing some Smart Playlists and Podcasts with iPod.
Resolves a problem recognizing when iPod is connected.
Addresses issues that affect stability and performance.
We’re also guessing that the new version probably has a few references to the iPad, so all you tinkerers better get to it! The update is available via Software Update and at Apple.com.
January 28th, 2010
Yesterday Apple announced their highly anticipated tablet, dubbed the iPad. It’ll be available in 60 days and it comes in several size configurations, with the 16GB base-model costing $499. It includes 802.11n wireless networking, a 9.7″ multi-touch screen, speakers, microphone, Bluetooth, accelerometer, and compass. It appears to run a modified version of the iPhone OS, presumably iPhone OS 3.2. It’ll run current iPhone apps without modification, although an SDK has been announced to build native apps. Additionally, Apple will roll out a WiFi+3G model which will include 3G connectivity and GPS. The WiFi+3G model will cost an additional $130, although it’ll be unlocked and service will cost $15 for 250MB of bandwidth per month or $30 for unlimited data. 3G will be provided by AT&T in the states with no contract.
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January 27th, 2010
According to a (now deleted) tweet by major German electronics retailer Media Markt, the Apple iPad will go on sale March 1st at a price of 499 Euros (~$700) with T-Mobile contract or 899 Euros (~$1200) without. In the US prices would likely be around $500-$600 with contract and $999 without. These numbers were calculated comparing Apple items sold in Euros and USD (Mac Mini: 549 Euros / $599 USD, MacBook 899 Euros / $999 USD).
The company, however, quickly deleted the tweet but not before it was retweeted a number of times.
December 15th, 2009
With Apple’s pockets bulging with cash and rumblings of an impending end to the recession, ’tis the season for companies like Apple to do their holiday shopping for smaller companies to gobble up. One unnamed source says the next one on Apples list is VoIP company iCall in a deal valuing between $50-60 million.
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December 10th, 2009
Citing his investigation into Apple’s supply chain, analyst Yair Reiner claims that Apple will ramp up production of thewonderdevice in February 2010. His date for the Second Coming of the JesusTablet: March or April. And apparently, it’ll kill Kindle.
He says that Apple is offering 30/70 revenue split to book publishers. That’s 30% for Apple, and 70% for publishers for a non-exclusive distribution contract. Amazon—who apparently has pissed off everyone in the book industry—only offers 30/70 for exclusives, and 50/50 for the rest. He claims that the Apple device will make “ebooks more relevant for education by simplifying functions such as scribbling marginalia.” Read the rest of this entry »
August 24th, 2009
We have already written about new version of new iTunes 9.0 and now we have new video explaining how iTunes works. It is worth to see.
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August 14th, 2009
I think you have already heard about iTablet. Lately, many iPhone’s sites have been speaking about this new device. iTablet represents the tablet with mac os and combine in itself the functions of iPhone and full-featured Mac. But this miracle of modern IT-industry have Read the rest of this entry »
July 17th, 2009
 Shares of Palm fell more on 2 percent after Apple Inc closed a loophole in iTunes that had allowed the iTunes to be synchronized with Palm’s Pre phone like as iPhone.
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June 4th, 2009
With only a few days left for WWDC, Apple has unveiled the banner. From this years event tag-line, it seems that the whole event will be surrounding AppStore.
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May 25th, 2009
Apple removed two iPhone applications from its App Store that allegedly infringed on the trademark of Cartier International, according to the Wall Street Journal. The move came just one day after the French jeweler and watchmaker filed the suit against Apple for distributing the free iPhone application Fake Watch and selling a premium Fake Watch Gold Edition. Both apps told time with look-alike famous wrist watches, including Cartier’s Tank watch.
In response to the removal of the iPhone apps, Cartier withdrew its lawsuit.
Apple didn’t return either a voice mail or e-mail request for comment.
The brouhaha tarnishes yet again Apple’s mobile software approval process which has been a source of criticism by developers and consumers. Apple got into trouble from child’s right activists a few weeks ago over the baby shaking game incident
May 25th, 2009
Apple could be rolling out a Mac Tablet in the first half of 2010, according to widely circulated Wall Street analyst report. While Apple has publicly shot down suggestions that it would enter the mininotebook or netbook market, the existence of a multitouch tablet device could represent a potential threat to Amazon.com, which anticipates making billions from its own flat-screen Kindle mobile e-reader devices.
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May 24th, 2009
T-Mobile Austria made a mistake today with a listing for a 32 GB iPhone on their website (image above). Just more confirmation that the next generation iPhone will be available with extra memory. The T-Mobile web crew probably was preparing their system for the 32 GB option and accidentally set it for live. After the error was discovered it was quickly corrected.
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May 22nd, 2009
Unnamed Apple executives hinted in a recent meeting that they are looking to differentiate different iPhone models by software rather than hardware.
According to Oppenheimer analyst Yair Reiner in a recent meeting Apple executives said that “[The] iPhone is still in its early days and could gain share by: providing more functionality, lowering prices, growing geographically, or segmenting the market with different models.” When pushed for further details the continued saying that “Segmentation would focus on software.”
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May 22nd, 2009
A couple recent Apple job listings suggest that Apple is working on increasing processing and video abilities on future iPhone models.
The first job listing shows that Apple wants an individual with experience with ARM processors and NEON unit vector to join the team.
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May 22nd, 2009
The infamous Apple tablet may reach consumers as early as 2010 if Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster has analyzed things correctly. It is predicted that the tablet might appear in the first half of 2010, have a 7-10 inch screen (remember the 9 in. iPod rumor), have 3g capability, and cost $500 - $700 thanks to cellular carrier subsidization.
In a research note to clients Munster and his team wrote “Between indications from our component contacts in Asia, recent patents relating to multi-touch sensitivity for more complex computing devices, comments from [chief operating officer] Tim Cook on the April 22nd conference call, and Apple’s acquisition of P.A. Semi along with other recent chip-related hires, it is increasingly clear that Apple is investing more in its mobile computing franchise.”
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April 10th, 2009
DigiTimes is reporting that Apple has placed a massive order for 100 million 8GB flash storage chips, mostly from Samsung, that will then be combined into larger capacities. What could this purchase indicate? The quantity, twice the size of last year’s order, is likely to make such chips scarce in the market, which could hurt competitors like Nokia and Sony. It’s a pretty plausible rumor, as far as rumors go: Apple will probably announce new flash-based handhelds, especially the iPhone and iPod touch updates, in June, which isn’t far off. It’s a big increase, but if Apple is introducing, say, a larger version, that’ll use a lot more of the 8GB chips than smaller capacities. We’re filing this one under “Probable.”
from gizmodo
March 31st, 2009
1. AT&T is selling refurbs for $99 (again) with activation and plan
2. O2 is giving away free iPhones with their low cost plans (not their expensive plans)
3. AT&T and Apple are now selling iPhones without contract (or second line) knowing that more will go Jailbroken this way. (If you have $600-$700 to spend)
4. France is now selling them unlocked at department stores.
5. China Unicom might get offloaded a few million on May 17th, ahead of new model.
6. AT&T executives have the new models for testing and are so excited they can’t keep their mouths shut.
7. UK retailers are selling unlocked 3G iPhones.
8. WWDC, the traditional launching pad for new iPhones was announced yesterday. It will be June 8-12th.
9. Remember all of those extra iPhone part numbers found in the 3.0 build? Yeah, those can’t all be Tablets.
10. Steve Jobs is coming back at the end of June. You don’t think he will be empty handed do you?
9to5mac
March 24th, 2009
Apple have discontinued their $99 iPhone Bluetooth Headset. Apple Insider also revealed that Apple may have recently recalled existing inventory of the single-button headset –that it announced two years ago alongside the original iPhone– for undisclosed reasons.
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March 15th, 2009
pple has just launched the new version of iPod Shuffle which is the world’s smallest music player, and the first one that talks to you. VoiceOver tells you song title, artist and playlist names. Check it out:
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March 11th, 2009
It’s back! The rumor about the Apple netbook, or Apple touch screen tablet, or huge iPhone, or…you get the picture. This rumor has had many forms, but they all point to one thing, that Apple is apparently planning on releasing a netbook of sorts during Q3 2009.
This time, the rumor originates from Commercial Times and was relayed by DigiTimes (via Gizmodo). They say that Wintek, a Taiwan based company, will supply touch displays for this mythical device. Wintek claims they are working with Apple on some new product, but they don’t know what it is or what it’s for. The rumor goes on to identify Quanta as the makers of the device we all want to be real. Read the rest of this entry »
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