Archive | September, 2009
Microsoft has iPhone competitors and its own version of a tablet in the works
In a slight change of pace, the Apple rumor mill seems to be on hiatus while the rumors emanating from Redmond seem to be heating up. 9to5Mac got things started this weekend with a report that Microsoft is planning to release 2 iPhone competitors in 2010. Both phones will reportedly be slider-based, and rooted in […]
Continue reading...Apple ranked #20 on list of top global brands of 2009
21. September 2009
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In this years Interbrand report, Apple checked in at #20 on the list of the best global brands of 2009, up from the 24th spot a year ago. According to the report, Apple’s brand value increased 12% over the last year up to a current value of $15.43 million. Coca-Cola, IBM, Microsoft, GE, and Nokia […]
Continue reading...Apple fast tracks efforts to address battery concerns following iPhone OS 3.1 update
21. September 2009
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In the wake of Apple’s recent iPhone OS 3.1 update, a number of users are reporting noticeable and significant drops in battery life. One of the more recent complaints on an Apple discussion board on the topic writes that “the phone is using 10-12% of the battery every hour of standby.” Yikes. In response to […]
Continue reading...Transforming iPhone 3GS [Video]
21. September 2009
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Watch as this innocuous iPhone 3GS transforms into some sort of mini tablet with a built-in keyboard.
Continue reading...Apple introduces App Store Resource Center
18. September 2009
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Apple today emailed developers and let them know of a new initiative called the App Store Resource Center, a one stop shop of sorts for iPhone developers. The App Store Resource Center provides details on how to get started with iTunes Connect, including setting up your account, contract and banking information, what you’ll need to […]
Continue reading...Google posts their reply to FCC inquiry re: Google Voice, claims it was rejected
18. September 2009
Google today posted a non-redacted version of their response to the FCC’s investigation regarding the rejection or removal (depending on who you believe) of Google Voice from the iTunes App Store. Contrary to what Apple claims, Google writes that Phil Schiller himself relayed the message over to Google that the app wasn’t going to survive […]
Continue reading...Can Apple shares double again?
18. September 2009
With shares of Apple currently trading at a 52 week high of $185, one has to wonder how much higher it can go in light of reports that Apple may soon recognize all revenue from iPhone sales at the time of purchase, instead of spreading it out over a period of 24 months. Stevan Sidahmed […]
Continue reading...Windows 7 to emulate Snow Leopard pricing.. for students
18. September 2009
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Hot on the heels of reports that Snow Leopard sales have been through the roof comes news that Microsoft will lower the price for Windows 7 to $29 for qualifying students – meaning that you must have a valid .edu e-mail address, and can prove that you’re enrolled in “current coursework.” The offer to students […]
Continue reading...Collective Soul tune their guitars with an iPhone app
18. September 2009
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Alternative music was an undeniable force which helped shape the musical landscape of the 1990’s, with one of the more popular bands of the era being Collective Soul. Now Collective Soul may not have as much name recognition as, say, the Counting Crows, but the band definitely had their fair share of hit singles back […]
Continue reading...Music publishers seek to obtain revenue from 30 second song previews on iTunes
17. September 2009
CNET reports on the latest efforts of songwriters and music publishers to get additional revenue streams from downloaded movies and TV shows, as well as from 30 second song previews on iTunes. ASCAP and BMI have their sights set on collecting fees from three main areas: downloads of music; downloads of films and TV shows, […]
Continue reading...Report: BlackBerry Tour experiencing 50% return rate
17. September 2009
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According to analyst Gerard Hallaren of TownHall Investment Research, RIM’s flagship new device, the BlackBerry Tour, is experiencing returns bordering on 50% due to trackball problems. Specifically, Hallaren notes that dirt and gunk tend to get stuck underneath the devices trackball, prompting users to clean the track ball a lot more often than they’d like […]
Continue reading...Snow Leopard sales off to record breaking start
17. September 2009
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Due in large part to its extremely affordable $29 price point, copies of Apple’s most recent OS X release, Snow Leopard, have been flying off the shelves. According to market data recently released by the NPD research group, Snow Leopard sales are more than two times as high as Leopard sales were when it was […]
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21. September 2009
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