Archive | March, 2012
Apple’s new iPad commercial
It’s not the iPad 3, it’s not the iPad HD, it’s nothing more than Apple’s “new iPad” – and here is Apple’s first commercial for it. Not surprisingly, the focus of the ad is the iPad’s new Retina Display. When a screen becomes this good, colors are more vibrant. Words are pin sharp. Everything is […]
Continue reading...Fortune ranks Apple as the “World’s Most Admired Company” 5 years running
7. March 2012
Comments Off on Fortune ranks Apple as the “World’s Most Admired Company” 5 years running
For the fifth year in a row, Apple sits atop Fortune’s compilation of the world’s most admired companies. The ranking is the result of extensive surveys sent out to corporate executives, directors, and analysts who are asked to rank companies that reside in their own industry. With 2011 now clearly in our rear view mirror, […]
Continue reading...Apple releases iOS 5.1 for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch
7. March 2012
Comments Off on Apple releases iOS 5.1 for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch
A short while ago, Apple released iOS 5.1 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The latest additions include: Japanese language support for Siri (availability may be limited during initial rollout) Photos can now be deleted from Photo Stream Camera shortcut now always visible on Lock Screen for iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS and […]
Continue reading...Apple posts quicktime video of iPad 3 event
7. March 2012
Comments Off on Apple posts quicktime video of iPad 3 event
Only it’s not called the iPad 3, just iPad, apparently. In any event, check out the video here.
Continue reading...iPad HD to include haptic/textural feedback?
7. March 2012
Comments Off on iPad HD to include haptic/textural feedback?
The Guardian reports that Apple may have a “one more thing” demonstration later today, the inclusion of haptic feedback that would also give the iPad HD a textural feel depending on how developers see fit. The technology is rumored to come from Senseg, a Finish startup with a haptic system it calls E-Sense. By using […]
Continue reading...iPad HD to be available on March 16
7. March 2012
Comments Off on iPad HD to be available on March 16
We’ll know for sure in just a few hours, but 9to5Mac is reporting that Apple’s next-gen iPad will hit stores on March 16, just 9 days after Apple unveils it on March 7. Incidentally, the delay between the iPad 2 announcement and its availability was also 9 days. We’ve been told by an Apple Store […]
Continue reading...How the FBI busted LulzSec hacker Jeremy Hammond
7. March 2012
Comments Off on How the FBI busted LulzSec hacker Jeremy Hammond
In case you haven’t heard, the FBI on Tuesday announced the arrest of 5 LulzSec members, including Sabu – real name: Hector Monsegur – on multiple charges of computer hacking conspiracy. Here’s a fascinating look into how the FBI was able to capture one of the defendants, one Jeremy “anarchaos” Hammond. To identify sup_g, the Bureau […]
Continue reading...iPad HD to sport more RAM, will come in “variety of LTE flavors”
6. March 2012
Comments Off on iPad HD to sport more RAM, will come in “variety of LTE flavors”
Joshua Topolsky reports that Apple’s next-gen iPad, which again will likely be called the iPad HD, will indeed come with 4G LTE support along with more RAM and a faster processor, though not an A6. Our sources say that there’s no question the new iPad will tout that 2048 x 1536 Retina Display, but we’re […]
Continue reading...iOS 5.1 undergoing quality assurance tests, release likely imminent – Report
6. March 2012
Comments Off on iOS 5.1 undergoing quality assurance tests, release likely imminent – Report
It’s been a while since we’ve seen an iOS update, but with the iPad 3 release just days away, iOS 5.1 may be dropping sooner than later. Chronic Wire reports: The Gold Master build of iOS 5.1 has been in a vigorous quality assurance phase for the past three weeks, with extensive testing being done […]
Continue reading...Apple wins patent for iWallet
6. March 2012
Comments Off on Apple wins patent for iWallet
Patently Apple reports that Apple has been granted a patent for its iWallet patent, and that the application includes many never before seen details about how Apple envisions its iOS toting users handling financial transactions from their mobile devices. Apple’s patent reviews credit card transaction rules and shows us that the credit card companies will […]
Continue reading...Apple warned about using “iTV” moniker for upcoming HDTV
6. March 2012
Comments Off on Apple warned about using “iTV” moniker for upcoming HDTV
With the iPhone and iPad now firmly entrenched as mainstream products, Apple’s next big effort to further solidify its already robust iOS ecosystem will likely be the release of an HDTV. According to the latest rumblings from the rumor mill, which we should point out are extremely speculative at this point, Apple will announce its […]
Continue reading...Apple confirms use of Corning Gorilla Glass in the iPhone
6. March 2012
Comments Off on Apple confirms use of Corning Gorilla Glass in the iPhone
When the first iPhone was being tested by Apple engineers and executives, the device employed a plastic screen. That didn’t sit too well with Steve Jobs who noticed that the screen was prone to immense scratching from keys and other pocketable items. Being the perfectionist he is, Jobs demanded an alternative solution which ultimately ended […]
Continue reading...
8. March 2012
Comments Off on Apple’s new iPad commercial