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Apple Releases Apple TV 4.2.2 Update
Apple has today released software version 4.2.2 for the second-generation Apple TV, the update effectively moves the Apple TV up to iOS 4.3 and carries a build number of 8F305. In a support note Apple lists the following changes in the update: Audio: Addresses an…
Lion to Bring 450Mbps WiFi to Newer Macs
As detailed by AppleInsider Mac OS X 10.7 Lion includes the ability to unlock 450Mbps 802.11n wireless networking in Apple's latest Thunderbolt equipped Macs. The technology depends on Macs being equipped with three send and receive antennas, a feature that Apple's latest MacBook Pro and…
Apple Goes in Front of US Senate Regarding Mobile Privacy
Yesterday Google and Apple were both in front of US Senate commitee to answer questions on the "Locationgate" controversy. The hearing which is titled “Protecting Mobile Privacy: Your Smartphones, Tablets, Cell Phones and Your Privacy” saw Guy L. "Bud" Tribble Apple's Vice President of Software…
Morgan Stanley Analyst Meets Top Apple Execs
Katy Huberty of chief Apple analyst for Morgan Stanley last week paid a visit to Apple to speak with three top executives. The meeting between Huberty and Apple executives Peter Oppenheimer, Ron Johnson and Eddy Cue reportedly contained no company secrets but did leave Huberty…
Apple Gives Developers iOS 4.3 Webkit Source Code
Following a number of complaints about Apple's seeming unwillingness to release the source code for Webkit in iOS 4.3 Apple has finally given developers access. Last week, Harald Welte called out Apple for not offering the include LGPL licensed code to developers on its website…
Apple Climbs to No. 35 in Fortune 500
Last week it was revealed that Apple has shot up the Fortune 500 to now be placed at position 35. The rankings which are based on revenue over the previous fiscal year—ending September 2010 for Apple—put Apple up 21 places from its 2009 position. The…
Apple Releases iOS 4.3.3
Apple has today released iOS 4.3.3 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. The minor iOS update delivers iPod bug fixes and addresses battery life issues. Most notably the update also changes how iPhone and iPads store location information. As outlined in Apple's question and answer…
Apple Updates iMac with Thunderbolt, Up to 70-percent Faster Processors
Apple has today updated its line of iMac desktop computers, the major update brings the iMacs in line with the February update to MacBook Pros . The new iMac includes new Thunderbolt connectivity, next generation quad-core processors, powerful new graphics and a FaceTime HD camera…
Apple release new build of Mac OS X Lion, 11A444d
Apple have today released a second update to the most recent full build of Mac OS X Lion, bringing the revision to 11A444d. This update is available now via. Software Update to those running a previously updated 11A430e build. The update clocks in at 1.17GB.
Apple Responds to iPhone and iPad Location Data Collection
Apple has today officially responded to growing concern over the subject of location collection on the iPhone in iOS 4.0 and on the iPad 3G. Since iOS 4.0 data is recorded into a database of nearby Wi-Fi and cellular access points used to provide quick…
iPad 2 Available in Hong Kong, Japan, Korea and Nine More Countries April 29
Apple today announced that the iPad 2 will arrive in Japan on Thursday, April 28 and Hong Kong, Korea, Singapore and eight additional countries on Friday, April 29. iPad 2 will be available at select Apple Authorised Resellers at 9 a.m. local time. Additionally, iPad…
Apple: White iPhone 4 Coming April 28
Apple today announced that the white iPhone 4 will be available beginning tomorrow. White iPhone 4 models will be available from Apple’s online store, at Apple’s retail stores and select Apple Authorised Resellers. “The white iPhone 4 has finally arrived and it’s beautiful,” said Philip…
Next MacBook Pro Refresh to Feature Redesigned Case
Despite the MacBook Pro only being updated a few months ago Mac Rumors is reporting on reliable information that suggests the next refresh will feature a redesigned case. The MacBook Pro line which was updated in February is said to have only been an incremental…
iMac Refresh Expected May 3
Last week third party retail sources began to report that iMac supplies were dwindling making it difficult to replenish stock. This was despite the online Apple store and retail stores showing ample supply. Whilst Apple's online store still shows good stock of the iMac, rumours…
Sources Point Towards White iPhone 4 Launch April 27
Despite claims last week that the white iPhone 4 would go on sale April 20, there is now multiple sources claiming that the white iPhone 4 will finally go on sale this Wednesday, April 27. Both Mobili.no and iPhoneclub.nl have reported that internal memos from…
Apple Cloud-based Music Locker Ready "Pretty Soon"
A pair of reports today put the spotlight on Apple's plans to unveil a cloud-based music locker. Reuters initially reported that Apple had "completed work" on the long-rumoured cloud-based music service and is said to beating Google to the punch. Apple Inc has completed work…
Verizon Shifts 2.2 Million iPhones in First Quarter
Verizon has revealed that during its first fiscal quarter of 2011 the company activated 2.2 million CDMA iPhones. Verizon began selling the CDMA iPhone on February 3 to existing customers, expanding this to all a week later. Overall Verizon reported [PDF] increased earnings and revenue…
iMac Supplies Begin to Dwindle Ahead of Rumoured Refresh
Despite online stores and Apple retail stores reporting healthy supplies of iMacs a report from 9 to 5 Mac this week that multiple sources have said that iMac stock is showing as "constrained". The three sources are all reportedly from different countries have said that…
Notes of Interest From Q211 Conference Call
Today Apple held a live conference call with financial analysts to discuss the company's second fiscal quarter results for 2011 which it announced earlier . Present during the call was Apple CFO Peter Oppenheimer and COO Tim Cook who is currently taking on Apple's day…
iPhone 5 September Release Speculation Mounts
Evidence is beginning to mount in favour of rumours about this years iPhone 5 release taking place in September rather than the previous June release. Reuters today is quoting three sources who reportedly have "direct knowledge of the company's supply chain" who say that Apple's…