One of the surprising announcements to come out of yesterday’s Verizon presentation was that the forthcoming CDMA iPhone will allow users to create a personal wi-fi hotspot with their iPhones with support for up to 5 devices. Users will be able to access this feature via a Personal Hotspot setting which can currently be found under […]
Continue reading...Monday, January 10, 2011
Comments Off on Verizon to announce arrival of the iPhone tomorrow
One day, folks. In one day Verizon will make an announcement that will usher in the end of AT&T’s exclusive right to sell the iPhone in the US. The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Verizon will announce the inclusion of the iPhone under its umbrella this Tuesday at a press conference in New York […]
Continue reading...Friday, January 7, 2011
Comments Off on Verizon iPhone launch set for February 3 – Rumor
Well the cat’s out of the bag. Hot on the heels of a report that Apple has prohibited retail employees from taking vacation time in February comes some sleuthing from BGR suggesting the iPhone on Verizon will launch on Feb. 3. BGR has confirmed with a source close to Apple that the company has blacked […]
Continue reading...Wednesday, December 29, 2010
For the past 3 and a half years, AT&T has enjoyed a monopoly on iPhone sales in the United States. Indeed, the US remains the only country in the world where a single carrier enjoys iPhone exclusivity. But all that’s poised to change in 2011 when Verizon, the nation’s largest carrier, will start selling the […]
Continue reading...Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Comments Off on Purported iPad 2 case moldings suggest tapered edges for the next-gen iPad
Will the iPad 2 sport tapered edges? That seems to be the case if you buy into leaks purporting to show iPad 2 case designs. The drawing above is reportedly a case mold drawing from an Asian case supplier and you’ll note the spot for a camera on the back. 9to5Mac reports: Some new information […]
Continue reading...Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Comments Off on Apple to release three iPad 2 models in 2011 – Report
In addition to the current Wi-Fi and UMTS 3G model iPads, Apple will reportedly deliver a CDMA version of the iPad 2 in 2011 as well, according to a recent report in DigiTimes. The report notes that Apple expects to ship approximately half a million iPad 2 units to channels in January with a shipment ratio […]
Continue reading...Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Comments Off on Video of purported iPad 2 case suggests slightly smaller form factor, flattened back
Following up on their report from last week which stated that the next-gen iPad will come with a smaller bezel, a flattened back, and wide range speakers, MacOtakara claims to have gotten ahold of two iPad cases purported to be designed for the iPad 2. By fitting the alleged cases with the original iPad, the […]
Continue reading...Monday, December 27, 2010
Comments Off on Analyst – iPhone 5 and iPad 2 to get dual-core processors
Take this with a grain of salt considering the source, but Ashok Kumar writes that both the upcoming iPad and next-gen iPhone will come with dual-core processors. An analyst’s note today claims Apple’s iPad 2 will adopt a dual-core chip, which would be a first for the company’s consumer line of handheld products. True or […]
Continue reading...Friday, December 24, 2010
Comments Off on Video chat coming to Skype for the iPhone – Report
Skype for the iPhone has been around since 2009, but the mobile version of the popular VoIP service currently supports audio calling exclusively. But now it appears that video calling is right around the corner. Engadget today reported that they received a help document from Skype which all but confirms that video calling support for […]
Continue reading...Thursday, December 23, 2010
Comments Off on iPad 2 to feature smaller bezel, flat back panel, and wide range speakers – Rumor
Citing an “anonymous Chinese source”, the Japanese-language blog MacOtakara reportsthat Apple’s second gen iPad will feature a smaller bezel, a flat back panel (much like the current iPod Touch), and wide-range speakers.Dimension wise, the LCD screen will remain the same though the iPad itself will reportedly be 3mm smaller, measuring in at 239mm by 186 […]
Continue reading...Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Comments Off on Apple on track to release upgraded MacBook Pros and iMacs in Q1 of 2011
Citing sources from component makers, DigiTimes reports that Apple is on track to launch upgraded MacBook Pro and iMac models during the first half of 2011. The sources noted that Apple plans to launch at least four upgraded MacBook Pros as well as an iMac that features a new panel size and a price point for […]
Continue reading...Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Comments Off on NFL Sunday Ticket coming to the Apple TV?
Engadget reports on a new marketing survey from DirecTV which strongly hints that NFL Sunday Ticket may be coming to the Apple TV. Marketing research surveys have proven a good source for yet-to-be-announced information in the past and a recent one by DirecTV may be a good sign for those who prefer their NFL Sunday […]
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Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Comments Off on Upcoming iOS 4.3 update to deliver mobile hotspot functionality to GSM iPhones