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Last week a story broke about Lodsys, a company that sent patent infringement lawsuits to iOS developers over in-app purchases. In an attempt to clarify the fallout and their rationale for pursuing legal action, they've created a FAQ for all to read. Here's a snippet: Q: Why is Lodsys contacting Application publishers and website publishers...

The latest release of iOS 4.3.3 included changes to modify iOS location tracking. But there are some existing issues people have been experiencing in this latest iOS release such as WiFi issues and signal drops. iPhoneinCanada.ca reader Anthony gave us the heads up on this 9-page long Apple Support Communities thread documents an issue of...

The iPhone 4 is setting world records! Guinness World Records upturned expectations this week by giving Apple three gaming related records! The first record is that the iPhone 4 was the fastest-selling handheld game device, reaching sales of approximately 1.5 million units on its first day. As a basis for comparison, 200,000 Sony PSP units...

Earlier today we saw the story of an iPhone 5 case showing a relocated flash on the back. Now, according to 9to5Mac via Apple.pro, they've posted pictures of apparent iPhone 5 parts that show a flash separate to from the camera. This is more evidence the next iPhone flash could be placed in a new...

GadgetsDNA has issued a report about a new Chinese 'iPhone 5G' case design found on Alibaba. 1.100% brand new high quality crystal case for iphone 5g . 2. Provides a comfortable grip, added protection against accidental drops . 3. Perfectly fits the iPhone 5g, easy to insert and remove. Like most fifth-gen iPhone mockups, the...

Did you ever want to remotely unlock your doors or call your keys? With iPhone and Lockitron, that's a realty! Lockitron enables you to use your phone (iPhone) to unlock home, business or rental doors from anywhere in the world and even share virtual keys with family, friends and guests! This is done via an...

A recent report from Jefferies & Co. analyst Peter Misek via Forbes claims the next 'iPhone 5' will only be a minor cosmetic upgrade with no significant changes. Likely to be named the 'iPhone 4S' (similar to the iPhone 3GS), a Fall launch for this device will feature the A5 dual-core processor (currently in the iPad...

Google has just introduced a new section to Google News Mobile on your iPhone, called "News Near You". Now, when you visit news.google.com in Mobile Safari on your iPhone you'll be asked to use your location. Once you accept you'll get access to a new category titled "News Near You", which features local headlines and...

A couple App Store developers have received lawsuits from Lodsys, a company claiming in-app purchases and 'upgrade' buttons are theirs. The company has previously filed patent lawsuits against printer companies such as HP, Canon, Brother, and Samsung. Rather than going after Apple, Lodsys is targeting developers directly. Rob Gloess of Computer LogicX, makers of Mix...

I have been a fan of game developer Bungie since the 'Marathon' days. So when I heard the studio who brought the world 'Halo' was possibly creating an iOS game, I was naturally thrilled! TouchArcade and GameInformer report that Bungie has started working on a mobile game under the company "Bungie Aerospace". The new company...

According to posts on Apple's support forums, many users are reportedly having trouble connecting to Wi-Fi hotspots. Apparently after updating to iOS 4.3.3, an iOS device may start spontaneously dropping connections, repeatedly disconnecting and reconnecting, or failing to connect. Other experiences point to the WiFi status as being misreported by showing a WiFi connection but...

Twitter has just announced a rebuilt version of their mobile site, to reflect a better experience for smartphones like the iPhone. I rarely ever use the mobile version of Twitter, as like the rest of you I stick to notable third party clients like SimplyTweet or TweetBot. Today, we’re starting to roll out a new...