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iHome Announces First AirPlay Wireless Speaker
Looks like iHome is one of the first accessory makers to announce an AirPlay compatible wireless speaker system. The announcement did not reveal a lot of information, but what is known is that the wireless speaker does use Apple's new AirPlay to wirelessly stream music. The speaker further features a rechargeable battery and should be...
Grand Tour Toronto Films iPhone App & Giveaway!
Before I get into the details of this App, I'll need to let you know that I worked with the developers on this one to help them with what sort of info should be included in a great City Guide that highlights the Toronto International Film Festival. Being an avid movie fan myself, I'm attending...
Apple Confirms Game Center Compatibility, Resets Stats Before Public Launch
This week, Apple has confirmed via its Game Center online page that the new social gaming service (think Xbox Live for iDevices) will be compatible with iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, fourth generation iPod touch, third generation iPod touch, and second generation iPod touch. Missing from the list of compatible devices is the iPhone 3G. Device...
iPhone 4 Shortages in Canada: Are You Still Suffering?
It's been well over a month since the iPhone 4 (read our full review here) launched in Canada. People waited in line overnight for the launch (and apparently still are waiting!) and shortages appear to be still existent from coast to coast. Locating an iPhone 4 seems to be quite the Easter egg hunt. Shipments...
iPhone 5: Cat Washing, Tax Preparation, Cures Flu
Here's some early Monday morning funnies. It looks like the internetz has found a very early concept design of the next iPhone, the iPhone 5! As seen by the image, the iPhone 5 includes such must-have features as washing your cat, enabling time travel, and preparing your taxes! Amazing! The new iPhone 5 seems to...
Motorola Jabs Apple About Flash In NYT Advertisement
This week, a new advertisement has been found where Motorola is seen taking a jab at Apple about the lack of flash on the iPhone. The full page advertisement, found in the New York Times, reads: "Flash Websites? There's a phone for that. Introducing the new Droid 2 by Motorola." For people not into Apple,...
4 Cases from USB Fever Reviews & Giveaways!
While I have to admit, I'm quite happy with my Speck Fitted Case, I am constantly on the prowl for the 'perfect' case. I used to use a soft-style silicone case for a really long time with my Original iPhone, and so I ordered a few from USB Fever to test out. While, one of...
iOS 4.1 Firmware Download Available September 8 for iPhone
Apple mentioned during its iPod event that iOS 4.1 would be available next week. We know that iOS 4.1 has already been released to developers. This new firmware will include new features such as HDR photography, HD uploading via WiFi, and Game Center. It will also address issues regarding Bluetooth , proximity sensor, and iPhone...
Over One Million Registered Ping Users in 48 Hours
Part of Apple's big iPod announcement was the news about iTunes 10 and the new Ping music social network. This new network is a combination of "twitter + facebook" for music lovers, and it's built right into iTunes. Apple has just announced in a press release that Ping users have topped one million in the...
The iPhone Podcast Episode 14 Now in iTunes
It was an exciting week as Apple made some big announcements to their iPod line up and announced a new Apple TV and the social music network, Ping. Listen in as Justin Luey and myself  discuss Apple’s September music event in episode 14 of “The iPhone Podcastâ€. We're currently the 7th overall podcast in Top Charts, and...
Apple Seeds New Mac OS X 10.6.5 Build 10H535
Mac owners, we are getting even closer to 10.6.5! Today Apple seeded the fourth build of OS X 10.6.5 to developers, build 10H535. The current build comes just over one week since Apple seeded the third 10.6.5 build, 10H531. According to reports, the current build focuses on 3D graphics, iCal, Mail, QuickTime, Time Machine, and...
Free Demo of Epic Citadel Available for iPhone
Apple's Special Event introduced a wicked demo of an amazing upcoming game: Epic Citadel. Created by the makers of Unreal Tournament,  the demonstration by the developers showed some of the most amazing graphics I've seen on a mobile device. It looks stunning on the Retina Display of the iPhone 4. Here's the iTunes description: The Citadel...