Archive | July, 2011
Mac propaganda at McDonalds [Photo]
Yes folks, Macs just work – and this free wi-fi setup guide from an Australian McDonalds really drives the point home. It really can’t get any simpler than this: Step 1. Click On Airport icon. Step 2. Select “McDonalds FREE Wi-Fi” from the list of available networks. Step 3. Open your browser. via Twitpic
Continue reading...HTC willing to strike patent deal with Apple
26. July 2011
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Perhaps seeing the writing on the wall after the ITC found HTC handsets to infringe on a number of Apple patents, the Taiwanese based handset manufacturer has expressed a willingness to strike up a licensing agreement with Apple. In a telephone interview with Bloomberg today, HTC’s CFO Winston Yung explained, “We have to sit down […]
Continue reading...HTC Chief Innovation Officer Horace Luke resigns for personal reasons
26. July 2011
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Though seemingly unrelated to Apple’s recent ITC victory over HTC wherein they determined HTC’s hansdsets do infringe upon various claims in Apple patents, HTC’s Chief Innovation Officer has decided to leave the company for personal reasons. BGR reports: Horace nurtured a culture of innovation at HTC and instilled a strong consumer design-focus among our employees […]
Continue reading...Charlie Miller finds security flaw in Apple’s notebook batteries
26. July 2011
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Apple doesn’t want users tinkering with or even removing their notebook batter, but an overlooked security flaw might give hackers access to a machine’s battery, giving them the ability to wreak all sorts of havoc on a user’s laptop. The security flaw was discovered by security researcher Charlier Miller (shocker) who plans to explain the […]
Continue reading...Apple on the grow; Leases large office space in Cupertino
26. July 2011
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It’s hard to believe that Apple is experiencing growth, both financial and otherwise, that’s seldom if ever seen in a company as large as Apple. Indeed, Apple’s recent earnings announcement where it reported 142% iPhone growth and 183% iPad growth, not to mention skyrocketing revenues, is simply astounding.
Continue reading...How Apple plans to implement speech to text in iOS 5
26. July 2011
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9to5Mac follows up their report on iOS 5’s “Assistant” app with detailed information regarding how Apple plans to implement voice recognition functionality into the next major iOS release. As has been alluded to previously, Apple plans to use Nuance’s speech recognition engine and here is how Apple plans to implement it based on data strings […]
Continue reading...iOS 5 beta 4 over the air delta update saves 691 MB of bandwidth
25. July 2011
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One of the themes of iOS 5 is PC Free, Apple’s effort to cut the proverbial iPhone cord and enable users to use their device without having to tether it back to their computer. This is a good move for a variety of reasons, and primarily because not everyone interested in an iOS device necessarily […]
Continue reading...Dieter Rams on Apple design – “They achieved what I never did”
25. July 2011
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Dieter Rams is an iconic German designer perhaps best known for his work at Braun where he helped design a wide range of products, from record players to slide projectors, coffee makers and radios. Indeed, a number of Rams’ designs now take up residence in various museums across the globe. Apple of course is no […]
Continue reading...AT&T releases iPhone 5 launch plans internally; Mid-September launch likely
25. July 2011
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Echoing statements from Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam, Jonathan Geller of Boy Genius Report writes that AT&T has started launching its iPhone 5 launch plans internally. We have been told that AT&T has begun informing employees across the company, and those who work in retail locations, to finish any sort of employee training as soon as […]
Continue reading...Sketchy Rumor – Apple interested in 55′ OLED HDTV from LG
25. July 2011
A number of analysts over the past few years have written that Apple is working on an HDTV that might include Apple TV, iTunes, and DVR integration. Some other features analysts have tossed around include support for the iTunes App store and other utilities such as FaceTime. Now entering the HDTV market poses a lot […]
Continue reading...Chinese authorities investigating fake Apple Stores – Report
25. July 2011
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Following reports and a number of photos detailing counterfeit Apple Stores in the Chinese city of Kumming, Chinese industrial and commercial authorities have begun taking a closer look at all electronics shops in the area. The inspections were carried out after three self-named “Apple Stores” were exposed via the Internet, but are not authorized by […]
Continue reading...RIM to layoff 2000 employees
25. July 2011
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Things continue to look bleak for RIM. The Canadian based handset maker announced today that it plans to slash 2000 jobs to help reduce costs and redouble its efforts to remain relevant in the smartphone market and make a dent in the burgeoning tablet market. Indeed, RIM explained that the job cuts, while regrettable and […]
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26. July 2011
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