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iPhone
∞ Rumors of iPad 2, iPhone 5 delays are not true
The Internet is buzzing this morning with separate rumors that Apple’s iPad 2 and iPhone 5 will be delayed. The fact is, neither rumor is true.
∞ Report: Apple is not developing a smaller iPhone
Contrary to recent reports, Apple is not developing a smaller iPhone. That’s the word tonight.
∞ Google counters Apple subscription service with One Pass
Outgoing Google CEO Eric Schmidt on Wednesday countered Apple’s introduction of its new subscription service for App Store apps with Google One Pass, a new service intended to “let publishers set their own prices and terms for their digital content.”
∞ Apple spells out GSM, CDMA iPhone differences
Apple has posted a new tech document explaining the differences between GSM and CDMA models of its iPhone 4.
∞ AT&T CEO speaks out against Apple's App Store
It seems AT&T CEO, Randall Stephenson, had a change of heart and no longer feels Apple’s App Store is good for consumers.
∞ App Store links now populate tweets on Twitter
Here’s an interesting tidbit of news. Joshua Schnell noticed today that if you paste an App Store link into the Twitter Web site, it will populate your tweet with information from the app on iTunes. Kind of cool that they … Continued
∞ Man murdered over auto-corrected text
We’ve all seen the funny ways auto-corrected texts have played havoc with people’s conversations, but one strange text didn’t turn out so funny.
∞ Sony Ericsson introduces first PlayStation-certified smartphone
Gamers looking for a serious smartphone may be interested in Sony Ericsson’s newly unveiled Xperia Play, a Google Android-based phone that will be hitting store shelves in the US in March, via Verizon Wireless.
∞ AT&T offers 1000 rollover minutes to iPhone customers
AT&T is continuing to do what it can to make sure it keeps as many iPhone customers as possible.
∞ Steve Jobs still calling the shots at Apple
Steve Jobs may be on medical leave but Apple’s CEO is still involved in the decision making at the company.
∞ Latest iPhone rumors: smaller handsets, global networking, unicorns
The latest Apple rumors to make the rounds suggests that the company is working on cheaper iPhone designs to compete with the wider variety of Android handsets hitting the market.
∞ Nokia adopts Windows Phone 7 as "primary smartphone strategy"
In a joint statement, Nokia and Microsoft announced Nokia will henceforth adopt Windows Phone 7 as its “primary smartphone strategy.” The two companies are seeking strategies that will keep them relevant in the smartphone market as Apple and Android continue … Continued
∞ CDMA iPhone 4 cheaper to make than GSM model
I think we all knew that there would be some changes to the iPhone 4 CDMA model (besides the obvious chip differences). Well, it seems that technology comes at a cost. In a recent teardown and cost analysis, iSuppli says … Continued
∞ Instapaper API available for developers
Marco Arment’s Instapaper is a great service. I like it so much, I pay the nominal $3 monthly subscription fee to make sure Marco has some income and can keep developing it. Not that my $3 feeds his family, but … Continued
∞ iPhone case makers compare business to music industry
iPhone cases are everywhere. You can find them in the Apple Stores, online, Walmart, Best Buy and almost every other store you can think of. Like most businesses, making cases is a hit and miss market — if you have … Continued
∞ iPhone exploit gives access to passwords in six minutes
German researchers say they have been able to reveal passwords stored in the iPhone’s Keychain while the device is still locked.
∞ HP hires former Apple exec to head up developer relations
HP on Wednesday announced a number of new products, including a tablet to compete with Apple, but the company had one more surprise up its sleeve — a new hire.
∞ Apple updates iBooks for iPhone and iPad
Apple on Wednesday updated its book store and reading app, iBooks.
∞ AT&T offers unlimited calling to any mobile number
AT&T is serious about keeping its customers. The company on Wednesday introduced a new plan that will give customers unlimited calling to any mobile number.
∞ Apple, Verizon taking iPhone pre-orders again
Thursday’s the big day for Verizon, when it starts selling its version of the iPhone to the general public. Both Apple and Verizon began accepting pre-orders from the general public on Wednesday morning to accommodate demand; customers who buy from … Continued
∞ Catholic Church sanctions iPhone, iPad app
The iPhone and iPad can be used for any number of things, now including for the Roman Catholic confession.
∞ AT&T ad strikes at Verizon iPhone's weakness: simultaneous voice and data
And the war to win the hearts and minds of potential iPhone buyers begins. AT&T has started running ads that demonstrate a key difference between the iPhone running on their network and Verizon’s: simultaneous voice and data transmission.
∞ iPhone 4 pre-orders break Verizon sales record
Verizon Wireless announced Friday that online pre-orders of the iPhone 4 have resulted in “the most successful first day sales in the history of the company.”
∞ 17 iPhone, iPod and iPads apps for Super Bowl XLV
It’s Super Bowl time!
∞ Verizon, Apple suspend iPhone 4 pre-orders, for now
Looks like the first round of iPhone 4s from Verizon have all been spoken for
∞ GadgetTrak supports iOS device cameras
ActiveTrak has announced the release of GadgetTrak 2.5, a new version of its theft recovery software for iOS. The update is available for download from the App Store, and the app costs 99 cents.
∞ iPhone 4 now available for pre-order to Verizon customers
The Verizon version of the iPhone 4 is now available for pre-order to Verizon customers. “Existing Verizon customers, pre-order now” is the message that greets visitors to Apple’s Web site on Thursday.
∞ Apple responds to Sony in-app purchase report
Apple on Tuesday responded to reports that it has changed its policies regarding in-app purchases from the App Store.
∞ Apple to control in-app purchases from App Store
Apple on Tuesday made a move to further tighten its control over the App Store.