While most research shows that Android will be dominating the smartphone space in just a few years, many of these segment mobile devices into separate categories. New data from comScore is actually combining these connected devices and it shows that Apple iOS outreaches the Android platform by 59 percent with this new metric. The report…
Video: White iPhone 4 running what appears to be iOS 5; new multitasking UI! (Updated)
Apple’s set to show off the next version of iOS at the next Worldwide Developer Conference that takes place in June. Many are speculating as to what features will come with the OS, but all we know is that the multitasking user interface needs a complete overhaul and the notification system needs a swift kick…
iPhone 5 to rock 8-megapixel camera and improved antenna?
The iPhone 5 rumors never seem to stop. We’ve already heard a number of reports suggesting Apple’s forthcoming smartphone may or may not rock NFC capability, larger (4-inch?) screen, smart bezel for controls, metal backing and so on. The latest tidbit of information comes from Ming-Chi Kuo of Concord Securities, who has apparently been right…
Edible Gummy iPhone Cases: When Real Food Just Won’t Do
Have you ever been tempted to take a nibble of your iPhone case? No, not even a little bite? I haven’t either. That’s why, when I came across the edible gummy iPhone cases over at ThinkGeek… I was left scratching my head. Filed under ‘why the *#@! would someone make that?’, these edible cases from…
Apple sues Samsung over the Galaxy line of mobile devices
Here is yet another lawsuit to add to the growing number in the wireless industry. On Friday, Apple filed a patent and trademark infringement lawsuit against Samsung over the design features used in the manufacturer’s Galaxy line of smartphones and tablets. The Cupertino company claims in its suit that “Instead of pursuing independent product development,…
Apple now selling Square credit card reader for iPhone, iPad
Apple is now selling the Square credit card reader, a product and company founded by Jack Dorsey, who is also now back at Twitter, through its online retail store. If you’re not familiar with Square, it’s basically an attachment that can connect to the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad via the 3.5mm headphone jack, and…
Apple iPad 2 now available at Toys R Us
If you haven’t been able to get the Apple iPad 2 yet, you might want to check out your local Toys R Us because the mostly-kids store began selling the tablet this weekend. Not every Toys R Us store will have the Apple iPad 2 but the company has set up a web page to…
As iPhone and Android jostle for top spot, RIM and Microsoft slip behind
You just have to love these iPhone/iOS versus Android market share stories. They’re almost meaningless, but people are still so damn passionate about them. And while they do offer little to no value in many cases, as I’ve stated before, what they reveal is what no one else is talking about: that players like RIM,…
iPhone 4 close to being Flickr’s top-used camera
The best camera is the one that you have with you, so it’s no surprise that the iPhone 4 is quickly becoming the number one used camera for Flickr members. It’s not surprising, either, since it won’t be the first time that the iPhone takes the top spot as most popular camera used on Flickr.…
Microsoft’s Head of Data Center Operations leaves to join Apple
When you become one of the hottest companies in the world, you can pretty much hire anyone you want since talent comes to you. We’ve seen several new hires at Apple during the past month. One guy from Nintendo, another from Activision, one who has been building bikes made out of carbon fiber for 20…