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Are handset makers delaying launches because of iPhone 4S demand?
I think it’s safe to say that the iPhone 4S was anything but the disappointment some bloggers and analysts originally expected. There’s endless articles on how much of a success Apple’s latest smartphone has been and demand has been so strong, in fact, rumors are now spouting that other handset manufacturers are pushing their phone launches until at least the Q2 2012. For their sake, hopefully the iPhone hype will cool down a bit by then. According to a report from DigiTimes, vendors from around the globe including Samsung, HTC, Nokia, … Read more
George Tinari
Lytro considering bringing its revolutionary photography to smartphones
Executive Chairman of Lytro, Charles Chi, told PCWorld in an interview that the company is considering different ways to bring its light-field camera technology into cell phones. Admittedly, Chi says it’s a bit of a stretch at this point but we could be looking at a future where your smartphone will be able to take photos where you can determine the point of focus afterwards. Cool. “If we were to apply the technology in smartphones, that ecosystem is, of course, very complex, with some very large players there. It’s an industry … Read more
George Tinari
Apple: iPhone 4S had ‘breath-taking customer reception’
Apple had even more to say about its record-breaking Q1 2012 earnings in its quarterly earnings call. Apple CEO Tim Cook attributes the all-time high of 37 million iPhones sold last quarter to “breath-taking customer reception” of the new iPhone 4S, which was introduced in October of 2011. It would seem “breath-taking customer reception” just about hits the nail on the head. Matt Richman made a very interesting point about iPhone sales year after year thus far: “In 2009, Apple sold more iPhones than it did in 2007 and 2008 … Read more
George Tinari
Apple’s earnings break records: 37 million iPhones, $46 billion revenue
Apple just announced its Q1 2012 earnings with big numbers and big profits. The company made a record $46.33 billion in revenue and a record net profit of $13.06 billion — in a single quarter. The introduction of the iPhone 4S and the continued success of the iPad 2 really helped to boost its numbers into the near-absurd category. Gross margin was up to 44.7 percent this quarter as compared to 38.5 percent in Q1 2011, but don’t be fooled: gigantic sales numbers played an even more important role in … Read more
George Tinari
Apple iPad 3 in February? Signs point to yes
Back in February, rumors circulated that Apple would unveil the iPad 3 in February and recently, we heard the more specific date of February 24th, right on Steve Jobs’ birthday. Now, yet another report is in stating February is the target month for the tablet’s debut. What is it going to feature? Well, just about every rumor says a retina display with a 2048×1536 resolution. It’s pretty much a given at this point. At the beginning of January, we also reported an 8MP camera could be on the way, although … Read more
George Tinari
RIM to unveil two new PlayBook tablets in 2012?
Okay, so maybe 2011 wasn’t a good year for the BlackBerry PlayBook but RIM isn’t giving up on the tablet market yet. N4BB claims its hearing from voices on the inside that RIM is preparing to launch not one, but two PlayBook-branded tablets this year. One will be a lower-end 7-inch model and the other will be a premium 1o-inch tablet. The 7-inch PlayBook will be much like its predecessor. It won’t feature 4G, but instead 3G+ (otherwise known as 3.5G) which is still has more than adequate Internet speeds. I’d … Read more
George Tinari
Redesigned Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0N Plus tablet headed for Germany
Samsung is releasing an alternative to its original Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 in Germany, after the line of tablets was banned from being sold in the country as a result of a long legal battle with Apple. Dubbed the Galaxy Tab 7.0N Plus, it has a redesign to reflect what Apple and the court considers valid and without infringement. The tweaked design of the Galaxy Tab 7.0N has more curved edges, a silver bezel particularly noticeable on the top and bottom, and conspicuous placement of the Samsung logo on the front. … Read more
George Tinari
Fujitsu wants in on the American smartphone market
Currently a leading smartphone manufacturer in Japan, Fujitsu is now looking for the most suitable way to enter the North American smartphone market. Fujitsu makes both Android and Windows Phone devices and that’s not about to change. A unique approach to hardware could be enough to gain prominence in a very crowded and complex territory, and that’s exactly what Fujitsu is aiming to do. “If we try to do same thing as how our competitors because of the competition, it is going to be tough,” said Hideyuki Saso, Senior Executive … Read more
George Tinari
Verizon extended batteries 50% off for 4G LTE smartphones
Are you unsatisfied with the battery life of your 4G LTE smartphone? Now is your chance to give it a boost. Verizon is chopping 50 percent off batteries for its full range of 4G LTE phones. Once $49.99, each battery is now on sale for just $24.99 — a good price if you consider how ridiculously expensive fifty bucks is for a battery. Verizon isn’t exactly touting this sale. In fact, it’s doing quite the opposite: staying pretty silent. The deal was originally thought to be just for the Galaxy Nexus. … Read more
George Tinari
Dedicated Apple departments coming to Target stores
Target and Apple are partnering up to bring mini-Apple stores into Target stores. These Apple stores would be dedicated departments to shop for all Apple products without having to navigate around the store. The Apple departments would initially be in 25 Target locations, but if proven a success, it’s very likely we’ll see a nationwide rollout. Best Buy has had a similar concept in place for some time. Most locations have a dedicated area for the full range of Apple products. A glowing Apple logo seemingly floats above all the products … Read more
George Tinari
Apple acquires flash memory company Anobit
Apple confirmed it has acquired flash memory parts maker Anobit. The company is based in Israel and has been vital in making flash storage for devices such as the iPhone and iPad. The acquisition will help Apple in the long-run with its clear shift toward an all-flash future — flash storage, that is. As one familiar with Apple might expect, Steve Dowling, spokesperson for the company, wouldn’t go into detail about the plans or goals for the Anobit acquisition. “Apple buys smaller technology companies from time to time and we … Read more