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iBooks 3 Expected to Launch Alongside iPad Mini?
With the upcoming Apple launch event happening on October 23, analysts and Apple-geeks alike are looking forward to whatever news may come. While chances seem good that there will be a refresh for the Mac Mini and a Retina-equipped 13-inch MacBook Pro, a listing found in iTunes is "directly referencing iBooks 3.0 as a requirement."...
Apple Files Its Response To Samsung’s Claims Of Jury Foreman’s Misconduct
On October 3rd, Samsung filed a request with the court for a re-trial demanding that $1.05 billion verdict awarded in favor of Apple should be overturned because of jury foreman's misconduct. Today, Apple has filed its response with the court saying that Samsung had its chance to investigate Velvin Hogan during jury selection but now, it's too late for the Korean company...
Apple Stores Getting Lightning to 30-pin Adapters in Stock [Update]
We've seen extensive teardowns of Apple's Lightning to 30-pin adapter which revealed there's a lot of tech inside the tiny adapter. As for trying to purchase one, that's a different story (similar to the Lightning to USB cable). Apple.ca notes availability as 2-3 weeks, but some Apple Stores in Canada have started to receive stock...
Rogers Completes Acquisition of ScoreMedia, Awaits CRTC Approval
Rogers has announced it has completed its acquisition of ScoreMedia, a deal that was revealed in late August that includes theScore TV network. Once approved by the CRTC, the latter will join the Sportsnet family. Rogers paid $167 million for ScoreMedia (consisting of theScore TV Network, closed captioning service Voice to Visual Inc., and mixed...
Leaked 13-Inch Retina MacBook Pro Images Reveal Side Ports Layout [PICS]
MacRumors points to some new images of the upcoming 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display, set to be announced at next week's October 23rd iPad mini event. A WeiPhone.com forum user claims to have access to the new 13-inch Retina Display MacBook Pro and has updated his original post leaking images of the display with some clear...
Aftermarket iPhone 5 Docks Fill Missing Void
The launch of the iPhone 5 brought a brand-new Apple Lightning connector which unfortunately made 30-pin-optimized, third-party accessories useless until recently, when the Lightning-to-30-pin adapter hit the Apple Store. But one thing is still missing: the iPhone 5 dock to sync and charge your favourite iDevice sitting upright. (more…)
Mujjo Launches Improved Touchscreen Gloves – In 4 New Colors
Mujjo has today launched its Autumn/Winter 12-13 touchscreen gloves collection, with improved fundamental elements i.e the insulation, aesthetics and fit. Previously only available in black, the new touch screen gloves collection comes in 4 sophisticated new colors; natural gray, sandstone, lavender and coral pink. According to the Dutch manufacturer, lots of tests were performed on various shapes and sizes...
Is It Possible For Competitors To Breach Apple’s “Economic Moat”?
"Economic moat" is a term used to describe the protective barrier shielding a company's profits and prospects from its competitors. Companies like Apple have wider moats, which not only offer the most protection but are also quite tough to breech. With a strong brand name, such as Apple, a company can translate its dominance into additional moat...
Instagram ‘@’ Mentions Now Translate Directly to Twitter Usernames
Instagram has announced on its blog today it has now made sharing photos with people easier especially when people you know are mentioned on Instagram but their usernames are different from their Twitter usernames. Today's change improves that as @mentions will now be translated via the following scenarios: If the @mentioned user has connected Instagram to Twitter:...
Rumour: Entry-level 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro For $1,699
During the iPad mini event Apple will likely introduce new iMacs, Mac Minis and a 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro as well. 9to5mac received pricing information: the entry-level, 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro model will cost about $1699 in the US, and for higher-spec models buyers will likely need to pay up to $300 more. (more…)
Rovio Releases Angry Birds Star Wars Teaser “Too Short” [VIDEO]
Angry Birds game developers Rovio Entertainment unveiled their upcoming game Angry Birds Star Wars a couple of weeks back with a claim that it will be the company’s best game ever. They have also set up a dedicated website for the upcoming game at angrybirds.com/starwars and have announced that it will be released on November 8th. Today, a new teaser video titled "Episode IV: Too Short" has...
Rogers Teams Up with Microsoft for Windows Phone 8 and Tablet Launch
Rogers announced today it has partnered with Microsoft as the "preferred Canadian wireless partner" for the launch of Windows 8, which will include the earlier announced exclusive offering of the Nokia Lumia 920, Windows Phone 8X by HTC and the Samsung ATIV Smart PC tablet: "Rogers has a rich history of innovative firsts, and we're excited...
