Archive: September 2008
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Verizon Unlikely to Receive iPhone in 2009
Over the weekend 9to5Mac claimed that a tipster had informed them that Apple could announce a deal with Verizon to carry the iPhone as early as Macworld 2009. The article states that an exclusive agreement between AT&T and Apple were "falsely reported rumors". During the…
Changes Abound on the App Store
This weekend Apple addressed some of the issues that have plagued the App Store since its opening in July. One issue was that applications could be reviewed and rated without having to purchase the app, this lead to more reviews complaining about the price than…
iPhone 2.2 to Incorporate Safari Redesign
iPhone Atlas is reporting that the latest version of the iPhone OS incorporates some minor interface adjustments. iPhone OS 2.2 which was released to developers late this week reportedly includes some changes to the layout of MobileSafari. As seen in the screenshot (old MobileSafari on…
Details of MacBook Pro Unveiled?
Yesterday an image claiming to be the new MacBook Pro began to circulate, many sites including World of Apple neglected to post the image feeling that the image was clearly fake. Today it has been confirmed by Jason O'Grady that the image is in fact…
iPhone Firmware 2.2 Beta 1 Reaches Developers
Mac Rumors is reporting that some select developers have received the first beta of the latest iPhone firmware. According to the rumour site the new version is labelled as iPhone OS 2.2 beta 1 and is also accompanied by a new beta of the iPhone…
Apple Updates Java for Mac OS X Tiger and Leopard
Java for Mac OS X 10.4, Release 7 - 79.7MB Java for Mac OS X 10.4, Release 7 delivers improved reliability and compatibility for Java 2 Platform Standard Edition 5.0 and Java 1.4 on Mac OS X 10.4.11 and later. This release updates J2SE 5.0…
iPhone 3G Coming to Additional 29 Countries
According to AppleInsider, Apple is preparing to roll-out the iPhone 3G to an extra 29 countries for its third and final phase of international iPhone expansion in 2008. According to the rumour site the iPhone 3G could go on sale in Brazil and South Africa…
Apple Allows Online Signups for iPhone Purchasers
Apple has begun to allow users to sign up for AT&T service online before visiting an Apple store. The online tool allows a would-be iPhone purchaser to: 1. Enter your billing information. 2. Review eligibility and pricing. 3. Select your AT&T rate plan. Once complete…
Apple to Sell 5 Million iPhones in Q4?
Last week Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster set out his predictions for Apple's current fourth quarter which ends on September 30th. This week the analyst has raised his estimates, based on a report from NPD the analyst writes that he is "incrementally more confident" in…
Apple Recalls iPhone 3G Ultracompact USB Power Adapter
Apple has today announced that it is recalling the USB power adapter included with the iPhone 3G. It has been discovered that the new ultracompact Apple USB power adapter’s metal prongs can break off and remain in a power outlet, creating the risk of electric…
Updates: Pro Application Update, Final Cut Server 1.1.1
Pro Applications Update 2008-03 - 64.4MB About Pro Applications Update 2008-03 Pro Applications Updates improve reliability for Apple's professional applications and are recommended for all users of Final Cut Studio, Final Cut Server, and Logic Studio. Pro Applications Update 2008-03 addresses general performance issues and…
NBC Downloads Top One Million Since iTunes Return
Last week NBC returned to the iTunes store since removing all of its TV shows in September 2007 . Before NBC's pull-out the networks TV shows accounted for 40% of all iTunes video sales. Hollywood Reporter states that since the networks return on September 9th…
New MacBook Pro Revealed? Unlikely.
An unlikely leaked image of the upcoming MacBook Pro has begun making the rounds on the Mac web, the image appears to have originated from T-Systems.de the owner of Deutsche Telekom the parent company of T-Mobile. The image shows a notebook that looks very similar…
Apple Gains in US Notebook Market
The latest report from NPD Data reveals that Apple has gained significantly in the US notebook market. Apple's US notebook marketshare increased from 6.6% in the year-ago Q2 up to 10.6% in Q2 2008. PC leaders Dell and HP remained reasonably flat while Apple's four…
Apple to Sell 2.9 Million Macs in Q4?
Gene Munster, analyst for Piper Jaffray is today noting that Apple could sell as many as 2.9 million Macs and 11 million iPods in the current quarter. In a note to clients Munster wrote, "that Apple will sell 2.8 to 2.9 million Macs and 11…
Mysterious 4GB iPod nano Appears in Europe
Last week Apple announced the availability of the new iPod nano, at the time advertising capacities of 8GB and 16GB but a European blog has discovered that some retailers are selling 4GB models. OneMoreThing blog has posted photos of the 4GB iPod nano which was…
Updates: Apple Remote Desktop 3.2.2, RAW Compatibility Update
Apple Remote Desktop 3.2.2 Client | Admin Compatibility with previous versions of Apple Remote Desktop Apple Remote Desktop 3.2.2 will continue to support computers running version 3.0, 3.1, 3.2 and 3.2.1 of the client software. However if you choose not to upgrade your computers running…
Apple Updates Remote App for iPhone and iPod Touch to 1.1
Apple recently released an update for its Remote application for the iPhone. Remote allows users to control iTunes via the iPhone over a WiFi network. The 1.1 update adds the ability to create and manage Genius playlists as well as the ability to create and…
Apple Working on ARM Processor for iPhone?
A report on the NY Times blog points towards a posting on a social networking site which reveals much of Apple's future hardware plans. Wei-han Lien, the senior manager of Apple’s chip team and former engineer of P.A. Semi lists his current position as "Senior…
UK Back to School Promo Begins
Months after the start of the US Back to School promo and just as it comes to an end Apple has finally begun the popular promotion in the UK. Customers in the UK who purchase a Mac (excluding Mac mini) and iPod nano or iPod…