Hardware already exists that allows the iPhone to receive payments and process transactions. But what if the next version offered the ability to do that and so much more, without accessories? The iPhone could become the lynchpin in a mobile commerce future ripped from science fiction. Read More »
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Skype is making it clear that it doesn’t want third-party clients using its services. First, Fring for iPhone lost Skype support (though there was debate regarding who was in the wrong), and today, another popular multi-service IM and calling client, Nimbuzz, had its Skype privileges revoked. Read More »
It’s inevitable. Each Apple event changes the industry: sometimes for the better; other times, well, depends on who you ask. The latest Apple event may not be as obvious a game changer as others this past year, but its effects will be felt nonetheless. Read More »
I am one of the few proud MacBook Air owners in the world. Every article you’ve seen from me in the past was written on the petite beauty. I was understandably excited about Apple’s event yesterday. So why did I walk away feeling disappointed? Read More »
According to some reports, there are now 300,000 apps available for iOS devices. Whether or not the number is actually there yet, it will be soon, and that’s an impressive feat for Apple. But is it the best thing for Apple consumers and iOS developers? Read More »
Apple’s stock price reached a lofty milestone in pre-market trading early this morning, crossing the $300 mark for the first time in company history. It reached as high as $301.50, and remains above $300 after opening bell today. Analysts predict it will go higher still. Read More »
A new patent the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office just approved was filed in 2008 by Apple and prevents users from sending and receiving “objectionable” text messages. The patent, officially called “Text-based communication control for personal communication device,” essentially prevents what’s known as “sexting.” Read More »
Apple originally applied for a trademark registration certificate for the now-ubiquitous marketing phrase “There’s an app for that” in December of 2009. In that filing, the company claimed the phrase’s first use was on Jan. 26 2009. That certificate has finally been awarded. Read More »
The New York Times is reporting that two companies with good reason to fear Apple’s growing influence in the tech industry recently got together to talk business. The hour-long meeting saw Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer meet Adobe chief Shantanu Narayen at Adobe HQ. Read More »
Spotify is a huge hit in Europe, where it provides ad-supported, free streaming music via desktop application. It’s attracted roughly seven million users there, and is now in the process of trying to extend that success to U.S. shores. Apple isn’t on board with the plan. Read More »
Apple turned a few heads when it declared itself a “mobile device company,” but sales of the iPhone and the iPad have shown that really, that’s exactly what it is. But in 2011, it’s poised to become more of an “iPad company” than anything else. Read More »
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Will Apple Take a Cue From Sprint’s Peel Launch?
Sprint is planning to launch the ZTE Peel case for the iPod touch this Sunday according to a leaked document, providing 3G access to the Wi-Fi only device. It’ll also be able to share a connection with two devices. It’s a device Apple should render redundant. Read More »