What was Apple thinking in pricing their HSDPA-toting, 3G-capable, next-generation iPhone 3G as low as they did? Well, they (by which we mean Steve Jobs) was most likely looking to spark the interest of the iPhone-loving masses that just couldn’t swallow the previously too-expensive price point or couldn’t deal with the sluggish 2.5G EDGE connection.…
T-Mobile Germany planning Apple iPhone 3G for 1 Euro
Apple’s cheaper pricing structure, allowing for carrier subsidies, is starting to shape up quite nicely. With carriers around the world signing up to hock Apple’s next-generation iPhone 3G to fans of the iconic handset, Apple’s new business model is becoming more clear. Steve Jobs mentioned in his keynote speech at WWDC 2008 that the Apple…
Twitterrific coming to iPhone
If there’s one thing that Twitter as made for, it’s the mobile space. The micro-blogging masses will know Twitterrific as the gotta-have Twitter client for anyone using a Mac (you are using a Mac, aren’t you?), and the uber-popular Twitter client is set to make its way to the iPhone’s Mac OS platform. Being able…
Apple bringing iPhone to Russia this year
Apple is really looking to go truly global this time around with their iPhone handset. After seeing the original iPhone making the rounds in just a handful of countries around the world, Apple has its sights set on making the iPhone 3G a true worldwide phenomenon. And, as such, Apple will likely be tapping the…
World’s first mobile phone with built in projector rips off iPhone UI
A mobile phone with built-in projector is not a new idea, but we’re waiting for sooo long for that to happen. A Chinese company called CKING has created the first device that will most likely leave the “demo unit” phase. We don’t have much information about it at this stage, except that aside from the…
eReader coming to iPhone near you
Here’s one more reason to consider getting the iPhone (3G) – eReader is coming to Apple’s handset, allowing users to enjoy reading on the iPhone’s huge 3.5-inch screen while on-the-go. We don’t have the information about the exact release date, but jkOnTheRun’s James Kendrick asked Fictionwise (eReader’s owner) about their iPlans. They answered – “yes,…
Portugal’s Optimus to offer pre-paid iPhone option
Always highly informed Boy Genius and its sources inform us that Portugal-based Optimus will be offering the iPhone 3G both as a post and pre-paid phone. Apple’s revenue-sharing deals are certainly out and now this is made possible. However, I must warn you not to expect the low, low prices of the pre-paid iPhone. Rather…
Fido joining Rogers as Canadian iPhone 3G carrier
Who says that Canada lacks a competitive GSM market? Fido, Canada’s traditionally overshadowed GSM network, is joining Rogers in bringing the Apple iPhone 3G to our friends up North. Following on Rogers’ previous announcement that they’ll be launching the iPhone 3G on July 11th, Fido has just thrown their hat in to the mix with…
Apple iPhone 3G’s third sensor revealed – another proximity sensor
That’s right. All the rumors and speculation sparked by iPhone 3G case manufacturers leaving extra room for a mysterious third sensor near the iPhone 3G’s earpiece have proven grossly inaccurate. Such is the rumor-game. Rumors were pointing towards the third sensor as being a front-facing video-call camera, and there was even a skilled counterfeit of…
Walt Mossberg reviews Sprint’s Samsung Instinct, plugs iPhone 3G in process
When Walt Mossberg reviews a product, the world listens. Perhaps it’s the man’s wisdom, age, or maybe a little of both that make Mr. Mossberg such a highly-respected reviewer. So respected, in fact, that Walt is one of the very few tech-journalists to ever get Apple products ahead of launch. So, with Sprint fighting to…