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Update 1: More from Digital Daily, as they got some direct quotes. NFC can only take off if there's support for it from merchants. No support, that means it's dead in the water: "NFC-based mobile payments require NFC-capable POS terminals,” Sacconaghi wrote. “Only 51,000 retail locations support contactless payments (per Verifone’s 10K); given that First...

Looking to buy a car? Sell a car? Do it from your iPhone! For users who buy and/or sell vehicles online, eBay has now released an eBay Motors app for iPhone! eBay has brought their desktop version of eBay motors into a convenient iOS app. The enables you to easily browse and shop for the...

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...

Canadian developer Ryan Petrich (he released Untrackerd) has released a new tweak available in Cydia called Rich Text for Mail. This tweak allows for rich text in Mail, something that is currently unavailable in iOS (maybe we'll see something for iOS 5?). The tweak is $4.99, and will bring a new dimension to your emails...

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...

Backdating to May 3, 2011, Rogers has extended their free 6PM early evening add-on for all new activations and existing customers. The 6PM early evenings calling bonus is available on the following 2 and 3-year term in-market plans: Unlimited Voice plans Unlimited Voice and Data plans Student plans Family plans All new activations will automatically...

If you're looking to start up cellular service with an iPhone on Telus, the company is now offering $100 off select smartphones and iPhones! The offer is applicable to new 3-year contract activations on plans $50 and higher until June 3, 2011. To get the $100, follow the three steps below: 1.) Sign in to...

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...