Apple, Gadgets, Android, Microsoft
Apple sent an email notice out this week to users registered for its iWork.com beta, stating that they are discontinuing the service as of July 31 and Apple will no longer let users publish or share documents through the service. The discontinuation comes as Apple places its focus on iCloud, which offers users ways to keep documents in sync among their various iOS devices.
While most of us are still trying to figure how iTether temporarily snuck into the App Store, the developers behind that software have returned with a new version that skirts Apple’s guidelines entirely. While Tether.com has standard apps available for BlackBerry and Android users, the new approach on iOS relies on creating an ad-hoc network from a PC, and then visiting the appropriate webpage on the iPhone. Log in to the website, and the company’s “patent-pending” software does the job of tying the two connections together wirelessly through the magic of HTML5, no jailbreaking or other hackery needed. The cost for the service is $30 a year, although it’s currently available for the first year at $15.
There’s a lot of signs pointing to the release of a brand new iPad floating around these days: myriad rumors, retina displays, and even Apple event invites. Now, a freshly taken picture from an anonymous tipster has given us a little more insight for the iPad 3 rumor mill. As you can see in the image below, starting today all iPad 2 SKUs at Radio Shack are getting $20-50 lopped off their prices, which sure seems like a good way to clear out stock to make room for a newer, pricier version. And, the good news for Apple fans doesn’t stop there, as the Shack will also be discounting the iPhone 4 and 4S by $25 from March 1st – 4th. So, is this more evidence of the iPad 3, or just a retailer trying to move more product? We’ll know for sure next week.
Tap the Status bar at the top of the screen (where the clock usually is) to return instantly to the top of long pages.Hold a finger on a link in Safari to get a pop-up saying where the link goes.Tap the bottom left or right corner to scroll left or right.Tap with two fingers to zoom out in Maps.Drag inside text boxes with two fingers to scroll without scrolling the whole page.Double-click the Power/Lock button to send incoming calls to your voice mail.Double-click the Home button in any app to bring up the iPod controls.
Apple just unleashed a 700MB update of Lion, bumps its feline all the way to 10.7.3. Those braving the rather portly can look forward to bevy new languages, a new version of Safari (5.1.3) and a fix for a nasty WiFi reconnection bug upon waking from sleep. Also buried in the release notes are RAW support for more cameras and a bevy of tweaks for those sharing files with Windows Machines. Hit on the source link to update yours.
The Apple.pro claimed to show the photos of seventh-generation iPod Nano chassis with the room for camera. The site posted a second leak of the device, hints the omission of Nanos famous chip in optics. Like prior Nano camera efforts, this device loaded with less than a whopping 1.3MP of resolution, which MIC Gadget claims in its non-final form, took over exposed photos. Apple apparently toys with a 2MP prototype, MIC Gadget also muses the two month old prototype is nearing release. Seeing as Nanos long overdue for a hardware refresh, we had file that definitively may be. Dont forget to look at the photos.
If you have iPhone, and using lot apps on it, and you want the same apps to your iPad too, there is no need to install each and every app separately. You can sync the iPhone apps to the iPad using the iTunes.
You can improve your iPhones and iPads battery life by making some changes to your iDevices (iPhone or iPad) settings. The iPhone 4S battery last longer than 3GS, and 3G, but it still dry in a single day if you make use of the smartphones capabilities. Here are some of the ways to keep your battery alive for longer.
Alesis is just one of many companies creates compelling music offerings around the iPad with its latest products, the AmpDock and DM Dock. The DM Dock turns your iPad into the thumping, bumping and crashing heart of an electronic drum system. You can tap out rythms and build drum sets with the touchscreen, but its when you start plugging triggers into the 13 -inch inputs that it really comes to life. The AMPDock, turns that A5 processors attention towards your axe. There is a standard -inch jack as well as a combo XLR / -inch plug for connecting a second guitar or a mic. It has a separate pedalboard that allows controlling some program parameters while keeping the tablet safe from stray stomps. Dont forget to look at the video.
Akai releases MPC Fly for iPad, the case-and-device approach seems a smart idea, and it juices your slate when you charge its built in battery. The trade-off is an extra two pounds of weight, and almost an inch of thickness. Somewhat lighter is the app which rocks effects, sound library, sampling, supports WIST (Wireless Sync Start Technology) and works on any iPad but you will need a second-gen tab to use the hardware. Dont forget to look at the video.
The iConnectMUSE digital audio mixer from iConnectivity, features 6 stereo in / outs, headphone out, 2 USB ports, a hub-able USB host, Ethernet/ network sharing and MIDI pass-through. Maker iConnectivity claims studio-grade analog-to-digital conversion will make it a snap to record professional sounding mixes on tour, back at the hotel or even at home. Your garage band can get mixing from Q2 and iConnectivity is costing $320 for the privilege. Dont forget to look at the video and for more details read the press release.
The Suol Calibur, a tale of souls and swords, eternally retold, transforms your various Apple touchscreen devices into the stage of history come January 19th. The port includes every member of original Dreamcast cast as well as most of the original modes, although Team Battle Mode appears to be omitted. Time attack, Survival, and Extra Survival mode are compatible with Game Center leaderboards, so the title still is competitive. There is no word on pricing yet, the iPhone 4, iPod Touch 4, iPad 2 will support the game, and we are not sure about the other iOS devices.
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