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Steve Jobs worth $8.3 billion, ranked #110 on Forbes list of wealthiest individuals
Forbes today released its annual ranking of the world’s wealthiest individuals, and Apple CEO Steve Jobs comes in at #110 with an estimated net worth of approximately $8.3 billion. Last year Jobs’ net worth was valued at $5.5 billion. You know, just a year-over-year increase of $2.8 billion. No big thang. In March the Apple founder […]
Continue reading...Why movie trailers always appear on Apple’s website
10. March 2011
Apple’s movie trailer page is not only a great spot to check out previews for upcoming flicks, but is often the first spot on the web where movie trailers even appear. But why is that the case? Tackling the question, former Apple web designer and developer Chad Little – whose first position within Apple was […]
Continue reading...Angry Birds St. Patrick’s Day update is live
10. March 2011
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Rovio today issued a St. Patrick’s Day update to Angry Birds. The update is available across iOS and Android devices. New levels, new puzzles and a whole lot more. check it out over here.
Continue reading...Apple Stores to remove games and certain hardware to make room for personalized in-store setup service
10. March 2011
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In an effort to make room for other services, and perhaps even more of an indication that boxed software is on its way out, Apple is removing 32 games and some hardware peripherals from its retail stores. In their place, accordingto Jim Dalrymple of The Loop, will be more space for Apple’s personalized in-store setup […]
Continue reading...Move over Steve Jobs, there’s a Mark Zuckerberg action figure in town
10. March 2011
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After running into legal trouble with their Steve Jobs action figure, the folks at MIC Gadget are at it again, this time setting their sights on Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg. With the same attention to detail shown on the Jobs’ figure, the Zuckerberg model features the Facebook CEO wearing his trademark Adidas flip flops, zip-up […]
Continue reading...iPhone 5 has A5 Dual Core processor
10. March 2011
Corroborating previous reports, developers looking deep into the latest iOS 4.3 SDK have unearthed evidence that the iPhone 5 will sport the same A5 dual core processor first introduced on the iPad 2. Developers with the latest iOS build found discovered that the A5 processor is referred to as S5L8940 and that it’s included in […]
Continue reading...Microsoft Kinect confirmed as fastest selling consumer electronic device in history
10. March 2011
To date, Apple has sold over 14.8 million iPads, a staggering figure that makes Apple’s tablet device one of the fastest selling consumer electronic devices of all time. By way of comparison, the iPhone moved 6.1 million units in the first 12 months after its initial release while the Sony PSP moved 14.5 million units.
Continue reading...Washington State Long Snapper Zach Enyeart’s impressive trick shot video
10. March 2011
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In a growing trend amongst college athletes, Washington State Center and Long Snapper Zach Enyeart put together a trick shot video in an attempt to draw attention from NFL scouts ahead of the NFL draft. We’ve seen plenty of Basketball shots, but video of a long snapper knocking a cup off a buddy’s head is […]
Continue reading...Apple offers free artists downloads ahead of South by Southwest Music and Media Conference
10. March 2011
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This year’s South By Southwest Music and Media Conference (25 years and going strong!) is set to take place from March 11-20 in Austin, Texas. Music wise, the event will feature over one thousand musical acts from around the world. In celebration of the music portion of the festival, Apple has a SXSW page up […]
Continue reading...Apple posts motherload of iPad 2 video walk-throughs
9. March 2011
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Apple today posted a motherload of iPad 2 video walk-throughs. Some of the iPad features touched upon include FaceTime, Find My iPad, AirPlay, GarageBand, iMovie, and Maps. The videos are exquisitely done and are as professional and engaging as most Apple videos tend to be. The tutorials are features showcased therein are easy to follow […]
Continue reading...iPad 2 reviews start rolling in
9. March 2011
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Engadget kicks things off with an extremely positive review of Apple’s next-gen iPad. Battery life is rock solid: Not surprisingly, Apple promises major battery life on the iPad 2. Though the device has been physically trimmed down, the company says users can expect the same longevity we witnessed in the previous version. In our testing, […]
Continue reading...Safari owned by French security experts within 5 seconds at Pwn2Own hacker challenge
9. March 2011
Well that sure didn’t take long. Apple’s Safari browser was hacked within just 5 seconds of visiting a specific website at this year’s Pwn2Own hacker challenge. The victorious researchers were French security experts from the security firm VUPEN. The company was awarded $15,000 cash and can now lay claim to a new 13-inch MacBook Air.
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10. March 2011
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