Apple iPhone 4th Generation Leaked - Gizmodo Exclusive. So it seems as though Gizmodo got hold of a 4G Apple iPhone that was left in a bar and they published a whole set of photos and videos and a real in-depth look at the new device. Check out my video about it here.
Then head on over to the Gizmodo website for the full article here.
Apple's letter asking them to return the device is here.
Hardware manufacturer website: Apple
April 9th 2010 Apple announced their iPhone OS 4 features to developers and members of the press. In this video I cover the features that matter, including the new multitasking and Game Center. Plus, great news, it's coming to the iPad too!
Hardware manufacturer website: Apple
In this month's Competition two lucky viewers have the chance to win one Ted Baker case for the 2nd generation iPod touch. The prizes were kindly put up for grabs by www.proporta.co.uk
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When this was announced at Apple's WWDC I almost wet myself. As a long time TomTom user I can remember this being rumored with the first iPhone launch, but it never happened. Now TomTom have made it official, with a very snazzy looking iPhone 3G/3GS docking cradle for your car and details of the application that will be available from the iTunes App Store. I hope to be able to bring you a full video review including installation guide soon after the product is released. Check out their official release video below.
If you fancy putting a custom MP3 ringtone on your iPhone, you no longer have to use third party apps, or indeed purchase a tune from the store. This handy video was posted by CNET and shows you just how to do it.
Buffalo Technology has upgraded its Web Access feature to allow users of its NAS devices to view and play stored content via their Apple iPhone™. The LinkStation series is the first NAS family to support media access through the Apple iPhone™, using Buffalo’s unique Web Access feature. With Buffalo's Web Access feature, users can seamlessly stream digital content stored on the Buffalo device from anywhere in the world via a web browser with a simple, easy-to-use setup and intuitive interface.
Content is accessed via the Apple iPhone™ by running Safari, logging on to http://buffalonas.com and entering the registered name of the LinkStation. Users can then immediately connect to their digital content and choose to view files, stream music and videos, or view photos.
The new Apple iPhone™ Web Access functionality will be included in firmware on all new LinkStation Live models from September. Users of Buffalo’s LinkStation Pro Duo and LinkStation Mini devices can download the updated firmware free of charge from www.buffalotech.com
This little application sounds really interesting, it basically allows you to turn your iPhone into a trackpad and take control of your Mac. Taken from the publishers website; "pearPad is a little application that turns your iPhone/iPod Touch into a remote trackpad and keyboard for your Mac. This comes in handy for example if you connect your Mac to an HDTV to show off some pictures, browse the web, or give a presentation. pearPad gives you almost full control in your palm." Check out the website here for a free download.
Griffin Technology Inc., creator of all things iPod and iPhone, today announced the availability of iTrip Universal, the newest addition to Griffin's iTrip family of FM transmitters. iTrip Universal is compatible with most portable audio players and is the first iTrip to feature a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
iTrip Universal allows audio to be played through the FM stereo at home or in the car using any portable audio source that uses the common 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone jack, including iPod, Sansa, Zune, portable CD players and more.
iTrip Universal's internal battery can be recharged through any USB port, and then connects to the player with the included stereo audio cable. Three user-programmable presets save the best frequencies. In addition, stereo/mono output modes are also user selectable.
iTrip Universal Features:
Streams music to any FM radio
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Quick set-up and easy frequency selection
Three-station memory and backlit LCD screen
Compatible with Samsung, Creative, Sansa, Sony, iPod and any audio source that uses a 1/8" headphone jack
Pricing and Availability
Griffin's iTrip Universal is priced at $39.99 and is now shipping and available. For more information, please visit www.griffintechnology.com/products/itrip-universal
Griffin Technology Inc., creator of all things iPod and iPhone, today announced the availability of its second app for iPhone, iPhone 3G and iPod touch. Lucky 7 Slots, a Vegas-style slot machine game, is offered exclusively through Apple's App Store and iTunes.
Lucky 7 Slots is the second in a series of applications that Griffin is rolling out for the Apple App Store. Griffin apps are available for download directly onto the iPhone or via iTunes, and give users the convenience of accessing the game at all times, even when iPhone is in Airplane Mode.
To play Lucky 7 Slots, simply place a bet and set the reels rolling. The machine begins the game with 1000 credits and allows you play between one and three credits a spin. When you're finished playing, Lucky 7 Slots keeps track of your winnings.
Pricing and Availability
Lucky 7 Slots is priced at $1.99 and is now available for download at Apple's iTunes App Store. For additional information on Lucky 7 Slots, please visit the product here.
It is a sad day in the Geekanoids office. I love my Mac computers, my Leopard, all of my iPods, but my iPhone 3G just did not cut the mustard. I had the original iPhone and loved it (still do) and I suppose that the greatness of the original, plus a couple of other things, combined into the decision to return my 3G... let me explain...
First off, the iPhone 3G. Yes, it was sexy, but it felt cheap. The 3G connectivity was poor to say the least. I found myself turning 3G off to get a good signal in my area, and to correct an error where the handset would not receive cellular data. This error would stop Maps, Email, Internet, basically anything that needed access to the cellular network would fail. It also ran warm, and after a couple of days use a small pimple had raised up on the back of the handset. These problems may have been isolated to just my iPhone, but they worried me.
Then throw in the equation of the original iPhone. It was better built and felt classy. The brushed aluminum back was really nicely done and did not show those fingerprints. The screen seemed nicer to me, yes, we all know about the yellow added to the 3G, but c'mon Apple, you should give us the choice.
Finally, a look at me. I am in the office probably 75% of my time, bringing you reviews. Of the remaining time that I am out, I probably have my laptop with me. During this time, I only get a few calls, so I can pick those up on my original iPhone. If I want an Application, I can get that over my broadband connection at home (rather than EDGE). If I want to find my way, I have a TomTom. So I came to the conclusion, that problems aside, I did not need 3G. Don't get me wrong, it is a great mobile phone, just not essential for everyone, and definitely not an essential upgrade from the original iPhone.
When the App Store first went online a few days ago, I rushed to download all the free apps that caught my attention. Then I came across some users reporting that Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart 3D was only available in the UK store and that it was pretty good. So I splashed out the £5.99 for it... and was it worth the money? Well, I have to say a resounding YES.
The graphics are amazing, on par if not a little punchier than the games dedicated Nintendo DS. The game play is very smooth, with good animations and special effects. There is a little bit of slow redraw in the distance, but it is not distracting. The controls are superb too. You tilt forwards to speed up, backwards to slow down and left/right to steer. Skids are performed by touching the screen whilsts turning and power-ups are planted onto your opponents by tapping the appropriate icon. On the sound front it is amazing, very cool music and in-game sound. It also shows that the iPhone 3G has greatly improved speakers, having played this on both the new unit and the first generation.
If you want to give a paid for App Store offering a go, make this one of your first choices.