Android Becomes Most Popular Mobile Malware Target

Computer security firm McAfee has released their “McAfee Threats Report: Second Quarter 2011”. The report talks in detail about security challenges like hactivist groups, continuous growth of computer malware and Android’s rise to malware supremacy. According to the report:
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WSJ: iPhone 5 Coming to Sprint in October

Earlier today we reported that the iPhone 5 would have dual-mode chipset supporting both the GSM and CDMA networks with a single model. And now The Wall Street Journal is reporting that iPhone 5 will be launched simultaneously on AT&T, Verizon and Sprint. WSJ posted:
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Cheaper iPhone 4 and Dual-Mode CDMA/GSM iPhone 5 Coming in September

Reuters is reporting that Apple has started manufacturing of a lower priced iPhone 4 version that has 8GB of flash memory. Also Apple is sourcing the 8GB flash memory from a Korean company in place of Samsung or Toshiba to bring the cost further down. According to Reuters, cheaper iPhone 4 will be released along side the new iPhone 5 by end of September.
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More iPhone 5 Parts Leaked and iOS 5 Reveals LTE support

Just last week images showing the new iPhone 5 headphone jack and flex cable for the jack were leaked. And now more images of various iPhone 5 parts including battery pack, back camera assembly and flex cable have been leaked. MacRumors has posted images comparing the leaked iPhone 5 parts with iPhone 4 parts and the images show that they are definitely different.
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AT&T VP Almost Confirms Early October iPhone 5 Launch

BGR is reporting that they have heard from a very reliable source that AT&T is preparing for an October iPhone 5 launch. AT&T’s vice president has asked many store managers to be prepared for this busy launch. Jonathan Geller posted on BGR:
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WSJ: iPad 3 Coming in Early 2012 with 2048 x 1536 Resolution Screen

Lorraine Luk today reported for WSJ that Apple is planning to start trial production of next generation iPad 3 in October. One of the main features of the new iPad will be its ultra high-resolution screen (2048 x 1536) and Apple’s component suppliers have already started shipping small quantities for sample testing of the new screen technology. WSJ posted:
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iPhone 5 Parts Leaked and Carriers Preparing for September Announcement and October Shipment

Images showing the new black and white headphone jacks and camera lens assembly for iPhone 5 have been leaked. Apple has always used different color headphone jacks to maintain color consistency for white and black iPhone models. And the leak of both the white and black headphone jacks at the same time would hint at simultaneous launch for both iPhone 5 models. Similar parts leak happened before iPhone 4 was launched, but the parts were of only black color at that time, and as we all know white iPhone 4 was delayed by almost 9 months.
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Review Roundup: Apple Mac mini (Mid 2011)

Apple updated the Mac mini with second generation Core i5/i7 processors, AMD Radeon HD 6630M discrete graphics, Thunderbolt port and Mac OS X Lion in July. According to Apple, the new Mac mini delivers up to twice the processor and graphics performance of the previous generation model. The 2.3 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 Mac mini with 2GB of memory, Intel HD Graphics 300 and a 500GB hard drive is priced $599 and the 2.5 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 Mac mini with 4GB of memory, AMD Radeon HD 6630M graphics and a 500GB hard drive is priced $799. Options include 2.7GHz dual-core Core i7 processor, up to 8GB RAM, 750GB hard drive and 256GB SSD.

Below we have added links of 12 best Mac mini reviews posted online:
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Apple to Delay iPad 3 Launch Till 2012

Rumor is Apple will be delaying the rumored Q3 2011 iPad 3 launch till 2012. According to Digitimes’ sources the delay was caused by the ultra high-resolution screen that Apple plans to use in the next generation iPad. Yenting Chen posted:
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Apple to Ship 56 Million iPhone Units in Q3 and Q4 2011

Digitimes is reporting that Apple has increased their order for total iPhone production (iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and upcoming iPhone 5) by 12-13% for second half of 2011. Apple now plans to ship 56 million iPhone units up from previous estimate of about 50 million units. Out of the total shipment iPhone 5 will account for 25.5-26 million units. According to Digitimes:
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TSMC and Apple Start Test Production of Next Generation A6 Processor

Till now Samsung has been Apple’s manufacturing partner for production of their A4 and A5 application processors. However, for their next generation A6 processor Apple has partnered with TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) to take advantage of their new 28nm process technology and to decrease Apple’s dependence on Samsung for major component.
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Two iPhone Models and iPad 3 Coming Soon, Possibly at September 7th Apple Media Event

According to a website Apple ‘N’ Apps, Apple is planning to introduce two distinct models at a special event soon. The first phone will be the rumored iPhone 5 with thinner design, A5 processor, Qualcomm GSM/CDMA chip and bigger screen. And the second phone will combine iOS 5 and iCloud with a new hardware that is internally known as iCloud iPhone at Apple. To decrease the cost of iCloud iPhone Apple will use less Flash storage and depend on iCloud, as well as replace the more expensive glass back panel with curved Aluminum back like the iPad 2.
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Review Roundup: Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid-2011)

Apple updated the MacBook Air lineup with second-generation Intel Core i5/i7 processors, Thunderbolt port, backlit keyboard and Mac OS X Lion in July. The 11-inch MacBook Air models got the most performance boost from this update offering over 2.5x performance improvement over previous generation model. The 1.6 GHz 11-inch MacBook Air is available in two models, one with 2GB of memory and 64GB of flash storage for a suggested retail price of $999, and one with 4GB of memory and 128GB of flash storage for $1,199. Configure-to-order options available are 1.8GHz Core i7 processor ($150) and 256GB Storage ($300) for the top-of-the-line model.

Below we have posted links to 12 best 11-inch MacBook Air reviews available online:
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Best iPhone 5 Rumor Roundup Video

Earlier today, MacRumors posted renders of iPhone 5 (image above) based on leaked case design specifications. The rendering showed an iPhone 5 that is 0.27-inch thick at the top and 0.21-inch at the bottom compared to 0.37-inch on current model, and is wider by 0.05-inch, but shorter by 0.17-inch. It also showed a 4-inch screen with redesigned Menu button.
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Review Roundup: Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (mid 2011)

Apple updated their very popular MacBook Air laptop with next generation core i5 and i7 processor, high-speed Thunderbolt port and backlit keyboard. According to Apple the new Air offers twice the performance of the previous generation while maintaining the same compact design. The 13-inch MacBook Air with 1.7GHz Core i5 processor comes in two configurations, one with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage priced $1,299, and one with 4GB RAM and 256GB storage priced $1,599. Configure-to-order option offers 1.8GHz Core i7 processor upgrade for top-of-the-line model.

Below we have added links to 12 best 13-inch MacBook Air reviews posted online:
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China Mobile Claims Next Gen iPhone will Support TD-LTE 4G, We Don’t Think So

A Chinese website Giz-Chaina.com is reporting that China Mobile, the largest carrier in China has reached an agreement with Apple to bring its 4th generation TD-LTE mobile network standard to next generation iPhone for Chinese market. The website posted:
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Android Malware Threat Continues to Grow

Mobile security firm Lookout has released their 2011 Mobile Threat Report based on data from more than 700 thousand apps and 10 million devices worldwide. The report talks about growth of Malware on Android platform and various methods malware writers are using to trick users. The interesting highlights of the Mobile Threat Report are:
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iPhone 5 being Field Tested and Shipments to Start in September, iPad 3 to Maintain Current Price Points

Guardian is reporting that carriers have received iPhone 5 boxes for field testing indicating the launch is coming soon. Charles Arthur wrote on Guardian:
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Intel Ultrabooks Roadmap for Next Three Generations

Intel introduced the Ultrabooks concept at Computex 2011 in Taiwan few months back. According to Intel, Ultrabook is a new breed of devices that combines performance, responsiveness and security in thin and light form factors. Intel says “you'll think of an Ultrabook as a tablet when you want it, a PC when you need it”.
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Next Generation iPhone 5 Caught on Camera, Rumored Launch Delayed Till October

Past few days have been very hectic when comes to iPhone rumors, leaks have shown everything from iPhone 5 case design to iPhone 5 itself. It all started last week when 9to5mac posted images of silicone case designed for iPhone 5. The case was designed for a thinner device with tapered edges and bigger screen. As soon as these images were leaked many other websites also posted similar iPhone 5 silicone cases in various colors.
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