While rumors of an Apple branded HDTV have become pretty strong with expectations of Apple to demonstrate its Television OS at the upcoming WWDC 2012, CEO of Internet video provider Brightcove is expecting Apple to release a thin black bar that will bring FaceTime and motion control capabilities to non-Apple televisions, reports Apple Insider (via AllThingsD). Brightcove Chief Jeremy Allaire speculates that an accessory...
According to a new warning found in the latest version of Apple's iOS, FaceTime may soon work over 3G. When the FaceTime feature was originally released in 2010, the feature only worked over a Wi-Fi connection. At the time there were ongoing plans to bring FaceTime to 3G so that users can use their wireless...
There are a lot of hits and misses on Kickstarter - but this one from Motrr has already surpassed its funding goal with several more weeks to go. It's called the Galileo. It's a robotic platform and charging dock for your iPhone or iPod Touch. It's a device that allows for infinite 360 degrees panning...
With the new iPad sporting LTE, it's only inevitable the next iPhone would also have faster networking. Canada is already LTE-wired thanks to our 'Big 3' carriers. Now, new evidence within iOS 5.1 provides further clues Apple will include FaceTime over cellular networks, and possibly have LTE in the works for the next iPhone. Currently, FaceTime over...
CNBC is reporting that a medical procedure called "FaceTime Facelift" has been invented by Dr. Robert K. Sigal, a plastic surgeon who believes he can make people look pretty when video-chatting using the FaceTime app on iPhone. Well, you can get an appointment for yourself right now with Dr. Robert at The Austin-Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Virginia, in case you're crazy enough to...
With the release of iOS 5 beta 3, some new features have been discovered. Beta 1 introduced a new feature for the iPad, AirPlay Mirroring which brings your iPad screen to your TV wirelessly via Apple TV. Beta 3 now brings a new feature, FaceTime over AirPlay Mirroring, as noted by TiPB. Check out the...
According to a few photos we received today, it seems that Apple may be ready to go with FaceTime over 3G. However, it may be the carriers who make the final decision. With the iOS 5 beta, photos reveal a new pop-up that prompts users to turn on cellular data to use FaceTime. Once cellular...
Late last night news broke that Microsoft had purchased Skype for a reported $7 billion dollars. That number has been confirmed to be $8.5 billion dollars, and today at a press conference, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer explained the reason behind Skype's acquisition. Ballmer explains: "We will move beyond email and text to rich experiences. Talking...
Fring was originally released for jailbroken iPhones during the days of iPhone OS 1.1.4. It eventually hit the App Store, and ever since then it's become one of the most popular VoIP apps. The most recent update includes a new feature that will support 4-way video calls, a world first according to Fring. What's New...
Update 1: Here's our interview with Gavin Michael Booth, the video's director/producer: Who came up with the idea to use FaceTime for a video? The idea was mine. Ever since I had an iPhone 4 I knew I wanted to explore some FaceTime filming was just a matter of finding the right band and the...
Here's your tip of the day: don't buy a Macbook today. Why? Because new ones are coming tomorrow, and they will include Intel's latest Light Peak technology, dubbed Thunderbolt by Apple. Leaked images of the new MacBook Pro's box have revealed the feature "Built-in FaceTime HD camera", and have been confirmed to be legitimate according...
The surprise announcement of Steve Jobs' medical leave almost a month ago shocked many in the tech community. With Tim Cook taking over the reigns, many wondered if Steve was still active in day-to-day operations at Cupertino. The Wall Street Journal reports tonight that Steve Jobs is still involved, according to Yukari Iwatani Kane (she's...
