Apple on Tuesday took the wraps off the Magic Trackpad, a new $69 accessory for desktop Macs designed with the same multi-touch capabilities as the trackpads that grace its MacBook and MacBook Pro laptops.
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∞ Apple updates iMacs with faster processors, new graphics
Apple has introduced new iMac models that feature new dual-core Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors, in 21.5 and 27-inch configurations ranging from $1,199 to $1,999.
∞ Mac Pro goes 12-core, Apple offers new Cinema Display
Apple on Tuesday refreshed its line of Mac Pro desktop computers, offering systems with up to 12 processing cores, new ATI graphics and the option for up to 512GB Solid State Drives (SSDs). The company also introduced a new 27-inch … Continued
∞ Apple, Sony, HP, others sued for using 'display acceleration techniques'
Positive Technologies filed a lawsuit against Apple and 12 other companies for infringing on three of its patents.
∞ Forrester analyst 'missed the mark' on iPad sales, resets projections
Sarah Rotman Epps – the Forrester analyst mocked for wildly underestimating how successful the iPad would be – has agreed to reset her projections for tablet sales, thanks in part to Apple’s recent quarterly financial report.
∞ New details on Apple's donation of MacPaint emerge
Earlier this week we mentioned that Apple was donating the source code for its MacPaint software to the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Calif. Since the story first published, Andy Hertzfeld, the man responsible for the donation, offered a … Continued
∞ Report: T-Mobile close to getting the iPhone
While we’ve all been focused on Verizon and its chances to get the iPhone, Apple may have pulled a classic switcheroo and started dealing with T-Mobile in the US.
∞ Analyst: Apple's 'impressive' growth sustainable
Apple on Tuesday posted over $3 billion in profit for its fiscal third quarter and also reported good sales numbers for many of its core products. According to one Wall Street analyst, that growth could be sustainable for the company.
∞ Apple reports $3.25 billion profit on strong iPhone, Mac sales
Apple on Tuesday reported a $3.25 billion profit for its fiscal third quarter of 2010 on record revenue of $15.7 billion. These results compare to revenue of $9.73 of revenue and a $1.83 billion profit in the year-ago quarter.
∞ iBooks update improves PDF performance
Apple has updated iBooks, the iOS software that lets you read e-books purchased through the iTunes Store on an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. The new 1.1.1 release is available for download.
∞ iTunes fixes bugs, disables older incompatible plug-ins
Apple on Monday released a maintenance update to its iTunes software, bringing the new version to 9.2.1. The update is available through the Software Update system preference.
∞ Apple's Piqqem Sentiment falls, but outlook positive
Market research firm Piqqem on Monday released its latest analysis, 24 hours ahead of Apple’s third quarter earnings.
∞ Apple posts iPhone 4 press conference video
If you would like to see Steve Jobs talk about the iPhone 4 at today’s press conference for yourself, you can. Apple posted the video on its Web site this afternoon.
∞ Apple releases iOS 4.0.1 update
Apple has released iOS 4.0.1 for the iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4. It’s available for download through iTunes. To obtain the update, tether your iPhone to your computer, launch iTunes, click on the iPhone icon and at the … Continued
∞ Apple to hold special iPhone 4 press conference on Friday
Apple on Wednesday invited select press to a special press conference to be held this Friday in California.
∞ Apple to replace Time Capsules with power problems
A tech support bulletin posted on Apple’s Web site indicates that some Time Capsules sold in 2008 may be eligible to be replaced, if they are having problems powering up.
∞ Google accuses Steve Jobs of 'rewriting history'
Apple’s battle with Google over the past year has been well documented, but now Google founder Larry Page says that Steve Jobs is “rewriting history.”
∞ Apple, AT&T sued over iPhone 4 reception
You knew it was going to happen. From the first day people started complaining about the iPhone 4 and the poor reception, you just knew a lawsuit was imminent — and now it’s here.
∞ Apple sells 1.7 million iPhone 4s
Apple announced Monday that since its launch of the iPhone 4 on Thursday, June 24, the company has sold 1.7 million units.
∞ Germany demands to know what data Apple collects
Germany’s justice minister is saying Apple must make it clear what data it is collecting from its customers. The demand comes after Apple changed its policies to allow it to collect the data from users of its iPhone and other … Continued
∞ Hands on with the iPhone 4
Like so many other iPhone users, my day began today by standing in line at an Apple Store. Ultimately my patience was rewarded with a shiny new 32GB iPhone 4. Of course, I opted for a black one, as that’s … Continued
∞ Apple knocks out another million iPads
Apple on Tuesday announced that it has sold 3 million iPads in 80 days. The announcement comes only three weeks after Apple announced that it had sold 2 million iPads in less than 60 days.
∞ Apple releases iOS 4 for iPhones and iPod touch
Apple on Monday released iOS 4, a new version of the operating system that powers the iPhone 3G and later and iPod touch 2nd generation and later. It’s available for download and installation using iTunes 9.2.
∞ iTunes 9.2 paves the way for iOS 4 and iPhone 4
Apple on Wednesday released iTunes 9.2. It’s now available for download through the Software Update system preference.
∞ Apple, 26 other companies charged with patent infringement
Software Restore Solutions (SRS) have filed a lawsuit claiming that 27 companies have infringed on one of its patents. One of the companies named in the lawsuit is Apple.
∞ Apple releases Mac OS X 10.6.4
Apple has posted Mac OS X 10.6.4, which is available through the Software Update system preference. Apple recommends the update for everyone running Snow Leopard.
∞ Apple releases Apple Store app for iPhone
Apple on Tuesday released a new app for its users built specifically for the iPhone and iPod touch.
∞ Kids become filmmakers at Apple Camp, at Apple retail stores
As it has for several years now, Apple is once again offering free Apple Camp at its retail store locations. This year’s Apple Camp has a specific focus – helping kids learn the ins and outs of iMovie, the videomaking … Continued
∞ What iPhone 4's gyroscope means for iOS gaming
Steve Jobs gave a quick demo on Monday of iPhone 4 to show off its new gyroscopic capabilities. These new functions will keep iPhone 4 competitive with new handheld gaming systems, along with – presumably – other iOS-enabled devices that … Continued
∞ iMovie coming to iPhone 4
iPhone 4’s introduction brings with it dramatic new video capabilities, and to take advantage of them Apple plans to release an iPhone version of iMovie. It will be available for purchase and download from the App Store and will cost … Continued