Apple today announced that it has sold over 4 million iPhone 4S‘s in its debut weekend. “iPhone 4S is off to a great start with more than four million sold in its first weekend—the most ever for a phone and more than double the iPhone 4 launch during its first three days,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of […]
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Apple iPad 3 production underway?
The Apple rumour mill never sleeps. As the iPhone 4S went on sale, attention has now turned to the next iPad. According to Susquehanna Financial analyst Jeff Fidacaro, Apple has begun production of the iPad 3. According to his “supply chain checks,” fourth quarter iPad production has increased and Fidacaro suggests that this is due to an early iPad 3 […]
Apple iPhone 4S now available
Today is the day that Apple’s latest iPhone goes on sale. Hopefully you pre-ordered it or are already in a line-up (or even already have it) as initial demand looks to be as high as ever for a new Apple product. In Canada, the iPhone 4S is available from: Apple 16GB model for CA$649.00 unlocked 32GB model for CA$749.00 unlocked […]
Apple releases iOS 5 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch
As promised, Apple today released iOS 5, the next version of its mobile operating system powering the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. It includes some 200 new features including: New Notification Center replacing modal alerts. Located at top of screen and opened by swiping down from top (very similar to Android) Lock screen also presents notifications. You can swipe the […]
SaskTel confirms iPhone 4S “coming soon” (Updated)
A banner on SaskTel’s home page has confirmed that the carrier will soon offer the Apple iPhone 4S. SaskTel has yet to announce availability and pricing details. Update: SaskTel has now announced the launch date of the iPhone 4S. It will take place on October 28th, two weeks after the official Canadian and US release. Pricing details have not been […]
A closer look at the Apple iPhone 4S
Earlier today, Apple announced its latest iPhone, the iPhone 4S. Cosmetically, it looks like its predecessor with the key changes being under the hood. It sports a faster processor, an 8MP camera, and supports both CDMA and GSM connectivity. “iPhone 4S plus iOS 5 plus iCloud is a breakthrough combination that makes the iPhone 4S the best iPhone ever,” said […]
Summary of Apple “Let’s talk iPhone” event
Apple’s new CEO, Tim Cook, took to the stage today for Apple’s “Let’s talk iPhone” event. Here is the event’s summary: Background: Town Hall where today’s event took place is also where the first iPod was unveiled 10 years ago. Apple Stores overview: 357 locations across the world including store in Hong Kong where 100,000 visitors came by on opening […]
Sprint makes US$20 billion bet on Apple iPhone?
The Apple iPhone may finally be coming to Sprint. The news (should it pan out to be true) could come at a significant cost to the carrier though. Citing the usual “people familiar with the matter,” The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Sprint has agreed to buy some 30.5 million iPhones over the next four years in a deal […]