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Hasso-Plattner-Institut has developed 'Imaginary Phone', a technology that enables users to control their mobile device without actually touching the device! Instead of holding a mobile device, users simply mimic the interaction of using a device on the palm of their hand. The technology works by having users wear a depth camera that sends input events...

Not much more to say, but the Nike+ GPS is currently free for download. If you're a runner, you want this: NIKE+ is turning 5! To celebrate five years of providing amazing motivation to runners around the world, the Nike+ GPS App is free for a limited time Click here to download!

Apple has finally responded to Lodsys, the patent troll that went after developers with legal threats over in-app purchases. Here is the a snippet of the letter sent by Bruce Sewell (former head of Intel's legal team), Apple Senior Vice President and General Counsel to Lodsys as posted by Macworld: Dear Mr. Small: I write...

Curved glass? Say what? Yes, that's right if the latest report from Digitimes is reliable. They report the word on the streets around supply chains in Taiwan is that curved colour glass is coming in the next iPhone. Cover glass makers are reluctant to commit investment to the purchase of glass cutting equipment due to...

Apple retail stores were updated today in Canada and around the world with new Smart Signs. In addition to this, Apple has updated their Apple Store app, with a new in-store mode and custom Mac ordering option. BUT, once again, the app is not available in Canada. What gives, Apple?! The Apple Store app is...

The relaunch of Apple Retail Stores was revealed when pictures of Australia's iPad Smart Signs made their debut on the Internet. Today is the debut of the new Smart Signs (iPads used as signage) in Apple Stores in Canada and the USA. We took a moment to visit the Richmond Centre Apple Store to check...

This week, Rogers has launched a new free online service for existing customers called the "National Reservation System for Wireless Devices". The premise behind the service is that instead of customers having to wait in long lineups for high-demand devices, or having to repeatedly call Rogers, customers can now secure the order online via MyRogers...

The Internets were buzzing with rumours of an imminent Apple Store 2.0 upgrade, and it appears it has come true as pictures in Australia have revealed. iPads have now replaced paper signage, to bring an interactive experience for customers as mentioned by Mac Prices Australia. The placement of iPads beside Macs also allow a 'call...

Update: As expected, this was a typo: “this was nothing more than a typo that should have read ’16 and 32g,’” Rumours of the next iPhone have noted a launch date in September, a dual CDMA/GSM 'world phone', and the name of iPhone 4S. The latest rumour comes from This is My Next, as they...

It's going to be easier to prepare for getting a driver's license in BC for those with an iOS device. ICBC will be releasing an app to help drivers prepare for the knowledge test to acquire their learner's licence. We've got an exclusive preview of the app, soon to be released at the end of...

Patently Apple has encountered a recent patent application by Apple that indicates future displays of Apple mobile devices such as the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch will include options for 'privacy mode viewing'. Here's how it will work, according to the patent: How the user will actually enter privacy viewing mode is illustrated in Apple's...

Google has released an update to allow Mobile Safari to have the same Google Maps experience you would get from your desktop. All you have to do is visit maps.google.com in Mobile Safari, and you'll be able to do the following: See your current location Search for what’s nearby with suggest and auto complete Have...