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Apple iPad 3

16 Mar

Apple upgraded the legendary iPad 2 with a retina display, a next-gen processor, a 4G ... read more

Apple 2012 Apple TV (3rd Gen)

16 Mar

In terms of hardware, there isn't much that Apple could do to make the Apple ... read more

Apple 2012 iPad 2 w/ iOS 5.1

07 Mar

Though the new iPad 3 is official, the iPad 2 will continue to sell as ... read more

Apple iPhone 4S

14 Oct

The iPhone 5 was a no show this year, but now we have the iPhone 4S. ... read more


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  • Reuters and Wall Street Journal: iPhone 5 Will Have 4-Inch Display

    Seemingly out of nowhere, both the Wall Street Journal and Reuters published articles that support the existence of Apple's 4-inch iPhone 5. Prior to the iPhone 5, Apple refused to increase the iPhone's display size past 3.5 inches, but best-selling handsets from Samsung, LG and Sony feature display sizes closer to 5 inches. Clearly, a very large segment of the market prefers a larger display, so many expected Apple to make this move.

    Of course, the problem with increasing the display past 3.5-4 inches is that users find it much more difficult to perform the majority of the phone's tasks with one hand. Apple's preference for a smaller display results from the company's desire to make the iPhone easy to use with a single thumb, and that should remain true for most hands with Apple's new display size.

    Apple's manufacturing partners begin full-scale production of the iPhone in June, so a release should occur between August and October.

  • ABC News: Some MacBook Pro and iMac Rumors Are True

    Apple will release an upgraded iMac and thinner MacBook Pro, reports ABC News. The new machines will ship with USB 3.0 ports, Retina Displays and the next-gen Intel "Ivy Bridge" processors. If Apple plans to release this new family of Macs soon, analysts and commentators believe the announcement would occur during the World Wide Developer's Conference on June 11th. 

  • iMore: Apple Will Release iPad Mini in October

    A lot of iPad Mini speculation come from questionable rumors and not-entirely-reliable sources, but today's information leak is a bit different. Apple will release a 7-inch iPad in October for about $250, says iMore, a much more reliable source of information. Fortunately, October isn't too far away, so we'll find out soon enough. Apparently, the strategy behind the 7-inch iPad is the same as Apple's iPod strategy, which is to leave no room for competitors' products. 

  • Digitimes: $799 MacBook Air May Hit Stores Soon

    Don't hold your breath for this one, though it seems plausible and logical. Apple may introduce a $799 MacBook Air to compete with the low-priced ultrabooks that will hit the market later this year, reports Digitimes. Fortunately for Apple, the news outlet believes the ultrabooks won't sell until Windows 8 officially lands, so Cupertino has some decent time to form a proper battle plan. And that plan may include a wonderfully priced MacBook Air.

    Recent rumors also suggest that Apple will consolidate the two MacBook (Air and Pro) lines into a single family, which means we may should see a new MacBook Pro (or equivalent MacBook) debut with the low-priced MacBook Air.

    Digitimes is a unique and useful source of news because its reporters have direct access to the Chinese factories that make our consumer electronics, but it's not the most reliable information because sometimes the reporters form the wrong picture with the available puzzle pieces. Hey, we appreciate the effort, Digitimes. We're not complaining. Keep it coming!

  • A 4-Inch iPhone Is Easily Feasible Within Apple's Ecosystem

    It turns out that it would be possible to increase the iPhone 5's display size from 3.5 inches to 4 inches without disrupting the realtionship between the resolution of the display and the proper size/shape of elements displayed on the screen. The Verge published a great piece on how it's possible. 

    First of all, 3.5 inches and arguably 4 inches seem to be special sizes that allow the vast majority of people to use the majority of the iPhone's functions and features with one hand, so that's not really an issue. So how does Apple achineve a 4-inch display without disrupting display elements and driving devs mad? The Verge suggests adding an extra horizontal row of icons to the iPhone's display. This would extend the iPhone's height while adding little to nothing to the width. Actually, it's a really clever fix since most apps and OS elements could easily adjust, and it's a much better aspect ratio for watching HD, 16:9 video. 

    Sounds good to us. Bring it on, Apple!

  • iPhone 5 Launching Q3?

    The latest analyst, insider and manufacturer speculation suggests Apple will unleash the iPhone 5 during Q3 2012. August or September sound about right. Rumored upgrades include a 4-inch display, LTE and the A5X CPU with quad-core graphics.

  • Did Steve Jobs Really Hate Android That Much?

    Jobs's approved biographer, swears the hate was legit, and he was ready to do whatever it takes to destroy Android. Marketing talk to sell books or real truth? It's impossible to say, but we can take a look at the facts. For example, we know that Jobs mentored Larry Page as a company and business pioneer. The two were pals.

    So was the feud real? What we know is that both Apple and Google are far more successful now than ever, and Jobs was a genius at high-quality marketing. Honestly, it sounds like we all got played while Jobs and Google's Larry Page laughed all the way to the bank. And who's the genuine loser after everything is settled? Microsoft, the original target of Jobs's immeasurable hate from back in the day when Microsoft supposedly stole Apple's original PC UI.

  • Apple TV Now In Stores

    The new 1080p Apple TV (3rd generation) is here!

  • The iPad 3 Has Arrived

    The new iPad (third generation) is here. Get yours directly from the Apple online store right now.

    Some notable upgrades make it a significant improvement over last year's design. The new tablet by Apple features an iPhone-4S-like Retina Display and a quad-core GPU. Now, it comes in both 3G/4G and Wi-Fi-only models.

  • Four Good Reasons Why There Won't Be An Apple HDTV Any Time Soon

    1. Like any good artist or any leading edge company Apple ditches away more ideas than it uses. A prototype doesn't equate to a retail product.

    2. HDTVs feature low-profit margins and users barely upgrade their sets. Apple would be wise if it permitted other companies to carry that burden permitting Apple to profit from inexpensive media sales while its rivals struggle to maintain the HDTV market.

    3. Set-top boxes like the Apple TV are an ideal inexpensive and one-size-fits-all solution for any display type setting and user. Similarly it'd be a nightmare for Apple retail staff to stock the numerous display sizes in enough quantity to satisfy most users and that would require a physical expansion of all Apple retail stores. Because Apple wouldn't expand its retail stores to sell an item with a low-profit margin the company would be forced to carry just a few popuar display sizes. Don't forget about projectors. Any HDTV set ignores the projector afficionado.

    4. If you want an Apple HDTV buy an iMac. A good top-shelf HDTV would cost at least $1000 which is enough for an Apple desktop. You can also buy an Apple display and hook up the Apple TV to it, but the beauty of the set-top box is that your can use any display size and type that you like.

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