August 10, 2011

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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August 7, 2011

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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August 4, 2011

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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August 3, 2011

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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August 2, 2011

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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July 27, 2011

Apple Planning to Launch Ultra Thin 15-inch MacBook Pros in Q1 2012


Today, MacRumors reported that Apple is working on a 15-inch ultra thin Mac notebook, which is already in late testing stages at Apple. Following this news TUAW also chimed in to reveal that these notebook will not be oversized Airs, but will be the next 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro models. And added “we might see them under Christmas trees, with a few weeks to spare.”
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July 26, 2011

More iPad 3 and iPhone 5 Rumors


Now that MacBook Air and OS X Lion are out of the way, blogosphere is refocusing their attention on iPad 3 and iPhone 5 rumors. Digitimes is reporting that Taiwan based IC design houses have joined Apple’s supply chain list for iPad 3 production. According to industry sources iPad 3 supply chain will include iML’s integrated programmable gamma/Vcom buffer solutions, Novatek’s LCD driver ICs, Capella’s ambient light sensors and Richtek’s integrated power management ICs. Steven Shen of Digitimes’ believes that Apple is ready to adopt IC solutions from Taiwan based IC design houses to bring down the cost of iPad 3 production, which will have Retina display.
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July 25, 2011

Apple and AT&T Preparing for Fall iPhone 5 Launch


Both Apple and AT&T are planning for fall iPhone 5 launch according to various sources. MacRumors is reporting that Apple has starting recruiting extra part time staff for next two months. Arnold Kim wrote on MacRumors:
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July 21, 2011

Review Roundup: Mac OS X Lion 10.7


Apple released Mac OS X Lion, the eight major release of their desktop operating system with more than 250 new features on July 20th. Some of the main features in Lion are new Multitouch gestures, full screen apps, Mission Control, Launchpad, Resume, Auto Save, Versions and AirDrop. Mac OS X Lion 10.7 is available as a download from the Mac App Store for $29.99 and will be made available on a USB thumb drive through the Apple Stores and other retailers later this August priced $69.
Below we have posted links to 12 best Mac OS X Lion reviews available online:
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July 20, 2011

Apple Updates Mac mini with New Intel Processors and AMD Discrete Graphics


Apple today updated the Mac mini with next generation Intel core processors, new discrete graphics, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O technology and Lion, the world’s most advanced operating system. The new Mac mini delivers up to twice the processor and graphics performance of the previous generation in the same amazingly compact and efficient aluminum design. Starting at just $599 (US), the new Mac mini is available for order today and in stores tomorrow.
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Apple Updates MacBook Air With Next Generation Processors, Thunderbolt and Backlit Keyboard


Apple today updated the MacBook Air with next generation processors, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O technology, a backlit keyboard and Mac OS X Lion, the world’s most advanced operating system. With up to twice the performance of the previous generation, flash storage for instant-on responsiveness and a compact design so portable you can take it everywhere, the MacBook Air starts at $999 (US) and is available for order today and in stores tomorrow.
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Mac OS X Lion Now Available on Mac App Store


Apple today announced that Mac OS X Lion, the eighth major release of the world’s most advanced operating system with more than 250 new features, is available today as a download from the Mac App Store for $29.99. Some of the amazing features in Lion include: new Multi-Touch gestures; system-wide support for full screen apps; Mission Control, an innovative view of everything running on your Mac; the Mac App Store, the best place to find and explore great software, built right into the OS; Launchpad, a new home for all your apps; and a completely redesigned Mail app.
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July 19, 2011

Apple Reports 142% iPhone Sales Growth and 183% iPad Sales Growth


Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2011 third quarter ended June 25, 2011. The Company posted record quarterly revenue of $28.57 billion and record quarterly net profit of $7.31 billion, or $7.79 per diluted share. These results compare to revenue of $15.70 billion and net quarterly profit of $3.25 billion, or $3.51 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter. Gross margin was 41.7 percent compared to 39.1 percent in the year-ago quarter. International sales accounted for 62 percent of the quarter’s revenue.
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Mac Hardware-wise Next Few Weeks will be Very Exciting


With Apple about to report stellar quarterly results and OS Lion all set to launch tomorrow. Many of our sources are saying that this is just the beginning and next few weeks will bring many exciting Mac related news.
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July 18, 2011

Apple to Launch Low-End iPhone 3GS for $350 and High-End iPhone 4S by End of Summer


BGR today reported that Apple would launch a low-end iPhone (3GS) along with next generation iPhone to address both the lower- and higher-end smartphone market. According to one of the BGR’s sources:
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Apple Testing Retina Displays for Upcoming iPad from Samsung and LG


Samsung and LG, the world’s two largest LCD makers are about to securing a big order from Apple for next generation iPad displays, according to The Korea Times. Both the companies are working with Apple to bring Retina Display to the iPad by end of this quarter. The Korea Times posted:
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July 15, 2011

Preparing For OS X Lion 10.7 Upgrade


Apple will be releasing their next generation OS X Lion 10.7 operating system any time now, bringing over 250 plus new features. According to Apple, upgrading to Lion requires three simple steps – Step 1: Make sure your Mac can run Lion (Core 2 Duo or higher); Step 2: Make sure you have the latest version of Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6.8); and Step 3: Download OS X Lion from the Mac App Store.
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July 14, 2011

Jawbone Unveils “Up” a Wristband Designed to Encourage Health and Wellness


Jawbone, a company known for their Bluetooth headsets today unveiled their first non audio product called “Up”, which is a wristband designed to encourage heath and wellness. The wristband contains sensors that track you activities and collect data. It tracks your eating, sleeping and movements throughout the day. This data is then sent to a complementary smartphone app.
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