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Apple Summoned To Defend Australian Prices
Apple executives were formally summoned on Monday to explain personally in front of a Australian parliamentary committee in Canberra on 22 March why Australian consumers need to pay so much more for their products despite, having a stronger currency. (more…)
Alleged iPhone 5S Images Hit Web [PICS]
A Chinese website (Via The Times of India) has posted some fresh images of the alleged iPhone 5S, Apple's cheaper version of its current iPhone model. As you can see from images below, the photos show both the rear and front panels, and also a production line with the documents suggesting the leak is comes...
Reuters Story Profiles Apple and Samsung as “Frenemies” for Life
In a report published last night, Reuters profiles the Apple versus Samsung saga that provides interesting insight into the now troubled business relationship between both companies, given the complicated legal wars currently being waged. The late former Apple CEO Steve Jobs wanted to go "thermonuclear" on Android and Samsung for copying Apple's designs. However, sources...
Apple Testing a Curved Glass Smart Watch Device says NYT, WSJ
Nick Bilton over at the New York Times again reports Apple is testing prototypes for a curved glass device, akin to a smart watch: In its headquarters in Cupertino, Calif., Apple is experimenting with wristwatch-like devices made of curved glass, according to people familiar with the company’s explorations, who spoke on the condition that they...
How to Guide on Turning Your iOS Ideas Into Reality [Deals]
We're sure either you or someone you know has come up with some sort of amazing app idea. The hard part is knowing where to start when it comes to turning an idea into reality. To assist you with this, StartupPlays.com has a step-by-step guide on how you can learn to put your ideas into...
Bell and Virgin to Introduce New Cancellation Policy Feb. 10th
It appears Bell is set to change its cancellation policy to move in line with carriers such as Rogers and TELUS, as described within internal documents, reports MobileSyrup. Bell customers looking to cancel will have to pay remaining handset subsidies, known as the Service Agreement Price Adjustment (SAPA), on their contract. The formula is similar to...
Box Promo Offers 50GB Free Cloud Storage for New Sign Ups [Update]
If you don't already have a Box account for cloud storage, check out the latest promo from the company. Box is offering 25GB free for new accounts that sign up, part of a promo that started yesterday. Previously, Box offered 50GB free for those that signed up via their iOS device. Click here to sign...
Evasi0n 1.2 Download Released by the Evad3rs Jailbreak Team
The evad3rs jailbreak team has released evasi0n 1.2 for download, just two days after the release of 1.1. The release notes detail the following changes: Version 1.2 ~~~~~~~~~~~ - Disable OTA updates. - Correct timezone issue in evasi0n binary if client fails to correct it. If you are still having issues with your evasi0n jailbreak,...
Mailbox Review: A Clever Solution Towards Inbox Zero
If you haven't heard by now, Mailbox is the latest iOS app to launch under massive hype and hysteria. This new innovative email application was widely covered by the Apple community prior to its launch and was released into the App Store yesterday, with its 'reservation' system in full effect. Orchestra, the makers of Mailbox...
Apple’s Human Interface Group Founder Discusses iWatch Potential
An interesting addition to the already growing iWatch rumours dissecting its potential is offered by Bruce Tognazzini, Apple employee No. 66 and founder of Apple's Human Interface Group. According to his blog post covering what the iWatch could mean, he says an Apple-signed watch could "have a profound impact on our lives and Apple's fortunes"....
Rogers to Offer New U.S. Roaming Data Plan, 50MB for $7.99 [Update]
Rogers has announced it will offer a new pay-per-use U.S. roaming data plan for travellers this spring, which aims to "revolutionize" roaming rates. Customers will be able to get 50MB of data for $7.99 to use in a 24 hour period, which the company stresses is good to "view approximately 50 maps, 200 web pages,...
Rogers to Unlock Cellphones 90 Days After Activation in March [Update]
Rogers has announced today it will be changing its unlocking policy. Starting in March, they will unlock devices 90 days after activation; previously customers had to wait until the end of their contracts to do so. For those that purchase smartphones at full price they will unlock devices immediately. Both scenarios will cost customers $50...