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Data strings in iOS 5 firmware reference two new iPad and iPhone models
In what’s become a routine of sorts, it hasn’t taken long for developers to find data strings in iOS 5 that point to unreleased models of both the iPad and iPhone.
Continue reading...Apple begins certifying components for iPad 3; 2011 launch not likely
Sunday, June 5, 2011
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This weekend we reported on a note from a research firm claiming that Apple has plans to release an LED-based iPad 3 in time for the 2011 holiday shopping season. While we reasoned that such an aggressive product upgrade rollout does make a bit of sense, DigiTimes is reporting that Apple just recently began certifying […]
Continue reading...iPad 3 with LTE coming in time for Christmas?
Friday, June 3, 2011
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The Wall St. Journal relays a research note from CLSA claiming that Apple is working hard to deliver an LTE-based iPad 3 just in time for this year’s holiday shopping season. While most vendors appear fixated on matching the specs and features of iPad2, our checks suggest Apple will release iPad3 in time for the […]
Continue reading...Alaska Airlines plans to replace paper manuals and flight charts with iPads
Friday, June 3, 2011
With a “Bye, Bye Flight Bag” slogan in tow, Alaska Airlines is preparing to replace voluminous paper manuals with iPads and become the first domestic airline to use Apple’s tablet in lieu of tried and true paper. The first phase of the plan has reportedly already begun in the form of iPads pre-loaded with the […]
Continue reading...Apple’s next back-to-school deal may include $200 off an iPad
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
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Apple isn’t a company typically known for its deals. It sets a price and, by and large, it sticks with it through thick and thin. As a matter of fact, Apple has even been known to include provisions in its contracts with retailers that prevent them from selling Apple products like iPods below a certain […]
Continue reading...iPad 2 to hit Russia, the Ukraine, Chile, and Brazil on Friday, May 27
Thursday, May 26, 2011
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Despite production issues, compounded recently by the explosion at a Foxconn factor late last week, the iPad 2 is poised to hit a few more countries later this week. On Friday May 27, Apple’s “magical” tablet will go on sale in Russia, the Ukraine, Chile, and Brazil. Retailers in Russia are expecting huge sales out […]
Continue reading...Foxconn explosion may lower iPad manufacturing by 500,000 units
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
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A Foxconn manufacturing plant in China last week was rocked by an explosion that ultimately left 3 people dead and approximately 15 wounded. The specific building affected happened to be where iPad 2 production was taking place, prompting some to wonder if Apple’s ability to churn out iPad 2 units would be affected. Tackling that […]
Continue reading...Foxconn explosion not likely to discernibly impact iPad 2 production
Monday, May 23, 2011
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Last week, an explosion rocked one of Foxconn’s new manufacturing facilities in Chengdu, China where the explosion reportedly claimed the lives of three individuals and injured approximately 16 others. The building in question is believed to be Foxconn’s A5 building, responsible for iPad 2 manufacturing. While the full extent of the damage remains to be […]
Continue reading...iPad enables legally blind woman to see her kids faces for first time in 30 years
Saturday, May 14, 2011
By Sarah Petit: Apple likes to tout its iPad as magical, and while Apple is of course no stranger to hyperbole, the following story really strikes a chord. The video below profiles Evelyn O’Brien, a woman who has been legally blind for more than 30 years after being diagnosed with Macular degeneration. Macular degeneration is […]
Continue reading...Samsung 2560×1600 display for 10.1 inch display opens door for iPad 3 with Retina Display
Friday, May 13, 2011
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Samsung next week at the SID Display Week 2011 International Symposium will demo a brand new 10.1-inch display with a whopping 2560 x 1600 resolution. If you’re looking in the tablet realm, you won’t find anything even close to that kind of resolution. In the weeks leading up to the iPad 2 announcement, there were […]
Continue reading...iPad 2 production affected by component and labor shortages – Report
Thursday, May 12, 2011
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By Sarah Petit: With mounting iPhone 4 and iPad 2 demand, a new report from Digitimes claims that Foxconn, Apple’s manufacturing partner, is facing a shortage of not only component parts, but of labor as well. As a result, both iPhone 4 and iPad 2 shipments may be adversely affected during the current quarter. Addressing […]
Continue reading...With 50% opt-in rate, publishers are signing up for iPad subscriptions
Thursday, May 12, 2011
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Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen an influx of big name publishers sign up for Apple’s semi-controversial in-app subscription system. While much of the public controversy centered on Apple taking a 30% cut of all new subscriptions, the real reasons publishers were wary was that they’d only have access to important customer information if […]
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Wednesday, June 8, 2011
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