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MobileMe No Longer Accepting New Users; Accessible Until June 30 2012
With the upcoming release of iCloud, this has left many users wondering what is to become of MobileMe? Well, Apple has some answers for us. Followiing the iCLoud announcement, Apple has now updated its official MobileMe page with the following notice: MobileMe is no longer accepting new subscribers. If you’re a current member, you can...
[Update] Automatic Downloads Now Enabled, Can Push Purchases Over the Air
Update: It appears this isn't working in Canada. I don't see anything happening on my iPhone...and this is why... As per Apple's website in the footnotes (thanks Stéphane): "Available in beta now in the U.S. only and requires iOS 4.3.3 on iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 (GSM model), iPod touch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad, or...
WWDC 2011 Apple Keynote Stream Now Live
The WWDC 2011 Apple Keynote stream is now live. Check it out here. You should be able to watch this on your iPhone and iPad. We'll have a recap post of iOS 5 and iCloud coming shortly. In the meantime, grab and drink and watch this video!
Apple Readying BBM Killer in iOS 5?
iOS 5 concept by Jan-Michael Cart Here we go with some last minute iOS 5 rumours. According to This is My Next, Apple is preparing a new type of messaging for iOS users, similar to RIM's BBM service. Essentially, a free Apple messaging service, which is something I've been calling for (part of my WWDC...
MobileMe Users Receiving Renewal Refunds Ahead Of WWDC?
TUAW reports that they have received notices of users MobileMe accounts continuing past the expiration date. Other users are reportedly being refunded for their automatic MobileMe renewals. With WWDC coming up, and announcements such as iCloud, it could be possible that Apple is issuing refunds for the MobileMe service. With a MobileMe overhaul expected, it...
The WWDC Eve Wishlist
Monday is the kickoff to Apple's 2011 WWDC, and as always there are rumours about what to expect. Apple has already confirmed the existence of iCloud, we've heard rumours of a $25/year fee for iCloud, mistakenly leaked previews of Automatic Downloads, and even a 'leaked' iOS 5 screenshot. We do know that iCloud...
Leaked Screenshot of iOS 5 and Twitter Integration Surfaces?
WWDC kicks off tomorrow, and the last minute rumours are coming in fast and furious. Earlier we heard about iCloud replacing iTunes, and the possibility of Time Capsules playing a larger role than expected. The latest picture on the web as posted by TechCrunch reveals an apparent iOS 5 homescreen showing the possible product of...
Giveaway: 500 Free Passes to Apple Expo in Toronto, July 12, 2011
If you live in the Greater Toronto Area, you're going to love this. We have 500 free passes to redeem for the upcoming Apple Expo in Toronto. iPhoneinCanada.ca is a media sponsor and we will also be attending alongside The iPhone Podcast. Date: July 12, 2011. Time: Noon - 7pm Place:Â Metro Toronto Convention Centre (South...
‘Think of iCloud as the New iTunes’
The ever-connected John Gruber from Daring Fireball has posted some last minute rumours about what to expect from WWDC tomorrow. The key line, which he recalls as fourth-hand information, and believes is: Don’t think of iCloud as the new MobileMe; think of iCloud as the new iTunes. That's right. iCloud could possible become the epicenter...
iCloud to Utilize New Time Capsules for Backups?
Today is the eve of WWDC 2011, and predictions and last minute scoops have hit the interwebs. Cult of Mac claims sources have informed them iCloud will utilize a combination of refreshed Time Capsules for backups, rather than Apple's North Carolina data centre: According to the source, Apple has developed a system to make users’...
McDonald’s Interactive Billboard Lets Users Play Ping Pong With iPhone
While not directly Canadian, McDonald's in Sweden ran a great interactive billboard that enabled users to wireless play a game of Ping Pong using their smartphone. By completing the game within 30 seconds, players won coupons for free food in their nearest Mcdonald’s restaurant. The really unique part of this interactive billboard is that users...
[Update] iOS 5 to Feature ‘Automatic Download’ for App Updates Over the Air
Update 2: Okay, this is the real deal. @arnoldkim confirmed to me via twitter he saw it with his own eyes and took the screenshot himself, it was not a screen sent into MacRumors. It appears to be a US-only slip up--as Apple has deactivated the Updates page. Update 1: Apple recently referred to applications...