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  • Want a Free iPad? Join the Singapore Military!

    Want a Free iPad? Join the Singapore Military!

    According to several reports the Singapore Government is prepping up for  boosting the joining rate for its military services. The govt. plans to provide free iPads to army, air force, and navy recruits in November. The best thing about this story is that everyone in Singapore (men who are healthy) has to serve in the military for at least 2 years. This would mean that the coming generation of Singapore population would be all (almost) holding a tablet (namely iPads).

    [quote]By exploiting the use of popular and current information and communications technology, we are able to harness our advantage of today’s technologically savvy servicemen” Said Defence chief Neo Kian Hong[/quote]

    Troops can use the iPad’s built-in camera to take photos and video clips in the field which can be uploaded to the SAF’s online platform, LEARNet. Soldiers can use these photos and videos to carry out post-mission assessments.

    [PhysOrg]

  • Samsung will not make the Apple A6 Processor

    Samsung will not make the Apple A6 Processor

    TSMC or Taiwanese Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp will be the next company to manufacture the Apple A6 Chips that will go in the upcoming iPhone 5 / iPad 3. According to rumors Apple is looking for a high performance chip with a much more smaller topography than Samsung can manufacture. Samsung already had difficulties in the A5’s 45nm process. While it is suggested that TSMC will manufacture the processor on low power 28nm ARM chips.

     

  • iPad 2 Jailbreak Around the Corner

    iPad 2 Jailbreak Around the Corner

    The iPad 2 Jailbreak has been long overdue. Many iPad 2 users have lost hope of there ever being a jailbreak. In response to a tweet from Whyike, jailbreak developer Comex said that ‘Its almost Ready’. There has been no information from Comex about which firmware the jailbreak will unlock.

    With the release of iOS 5 around the corner, there is speculation that the release of the 4.x jailbreak would be pointless. The only thing that would make this jailbreak worthwhile is if it is a hardware related, which iOS5 would not be able to patch. The more plausable reason for it not being released is that the new iOS has patched whatever exploit Comex has found for the jailbreak.

  • App A Day : Age Of The Zombies: Review : iPhone | iPad | iPod | Android

    App A Day : Age Of The Zombies: Review : iPhone | iPad | iPod | Android

    Halfbrick Studios’ Age of Zombies is a fun dual stick shooter with varied scenery, lots of weapons and thousands of zombies, ranging from cavemen to mobsters and even dinosaurs. It’s easy to play, oftentimes funny and quite intense.  The Main Character of this game is Barry Steakfries, who grabs a pistol and is ready to kill zombies, with his i don’t give a monkey’s behind attitude.

    The game is set in various locations and Barry travels through time to visit Prehistoric times, the 1930s and ancient Egypt, among other locations. Killing zombies along the way obviously. SMG, shotgun, grenades, a mini gun, buzz saw and flamethrowers pop up as bonuses during the game, but only one item at a time can be selected. The default pistol has unlimited ammo, but does not always get he work done.

    If you play anything like us the game will last only a couple of hours and will entertain you throughout. The app can be had for US$ 2.99 and will not disappoint, if you are looking for a fun, fast action game with zombies and blood and lots of guns. If you are not looking for this, better look elsewhere.

    We Rate it : 4.5/5

    DOWNLOAD

    Age of Zombies™ - Halfbrick Studios

    Age of Zombies™ – Halfbrick Studios

    Price: 2.99 US$

    Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Requires iOS 3.0 or later

  • iPad 3 to have a Double Resolution Screen?

    iPad 3 to have a Double Resolution Screen?

    Rumors abound that the iPad 3 will have twice the resolution of the iPad 2. While the current device has a 1024×768 resolution, images discovered by a person familiar with the beta release of iOS 5 have a resolution of 1536 x 2048 and have created further speculation on wheather Apple will increase the resolution on the device.

    Doubling the resolution of the iPad 3 will quadruple the number of pixels over the iPad and iPad 2. This would be similar to the introduction of the Retina Display on the iPhone 4 which allowed the phone to jump from a resolution of 480x320px to 960x640px. According to Apple CEO Steve Jobs, the limit of the human retina to discern pixels is 300ppi at 10 to 12 inches. The new iPad 3 display at 2048x1536px would still fall short of the ‘Retina Display’ as it would still have a pixel density of 264 ppi.

    Rumors of an enhanced display for the iPad have persisted since before the release of the iPad 2, with some reports suggesting that Apple planned to include a 2048 x 1536 display on the iPad 2, but ran into last-minute “engineering issues” that prevented it.

  • Chinese boy sells kidney to buy an iPad 2

    Chinese boy sells kidney to buy an iPad 2

    We have heard some amazing and shocking stories relating to Apple products, from thieves to muggers,but this by far is the worst. A 17-year-old Chinese boy living in the Anhui province in China sold his kidney for 22,000 yuan, or about $3,400 (INR 1,60,000/-) So that he could buy the iPad 2.

    “I wanted to buy an iPad 2 but could not afford it,” the unnamed boy told Shanghai Daily. “A broker contacted me on the Internet and said he could help me sell one kidney for 20,000 yuan.”

     

    He underwent surgery at a Chenzhou hospital. When his parents found out, they notified the police immediately but they have been unable to locate the broker, according to the report. The child now says he regrets his decision.

    Make sure the next time you need to buy things you cannot afford, the enjoyment of owning that item, will be a lot less without your crucially important bodily organs.

  • Apple iPad 2 Starts Selling in India, First Come First Serve

    Apple iPad 2 Starts Selling in India, First Come First Serve

    The iPad 2 has finally made it to stores in India, and the stock is apparently flying off of shelves. All stockists were given strict instructions to not take pre orders and the iPad 2 is available on first come first serve basis to those willing to buy it.

    Pricing is as follows and various users are complaining of the low stock of white color.

    • 16GB Wi-Fi: Rs. 29,500
    • 32G Wi-Fi: Rs. 34,500
    • 64GB Wi-Fi: Rs. 39,500
    • 16GB 3G + Wi-Fi: Rs. 36,900
    • 32GB 3G + Wi-Fi: Rs. 41,900
    • 64GB 3G + Wi-Fi: Rs. 46,900
  • Apple iPad 2 launched in India, Shipping April 29th 2011. Original iPad to get cheaper!

    Apple iPad 2 launched in India, Shipping April 29th 2011. Original iPad to get cheaper!

    Apple Finally sent us an intimation that the iPad 2 will be made available in India from the April 29th. Just as earlier rumors suggested the iPad 2 will infact be the fastest ever current gen iOS device to be made Available in India after its launch in the US.

    The pricing of the iPad 2 still remains a question, because the device is slated at a 25,500- 27,500 base price for the 16Gb WiFi only version. We will have more information on launch date.

    We also have news from one of our sources at Apple that the original iPad will infact become cheaper by upto 5000/- INR bringing it down to a starting price of just 17000/- Inr. For those looking for a first tablet at that price nothing beats the original iPad.

     

    Stay tuned for more on this including a post launch unboxing and a full review.

  • Apple Q2 Results out Profits Soar, iPad Disappoints! (PR)

    Apple Q2 Results out Profits Soar, iPad Disappoints! (PR)

     

    Apple has issued a Release showing their Q2 results:

     

    iPad

    • Sold 4.69 million units of the iPad compared to 7.33 million iPads first quarter 2011.

    iPhone

    • Sold 18.65 million units globally, compared to 8.75 million units in the same quarter 2010.
    • Sold 16.24 million units in the first quarter of fiscal 2011.

    iPod

    • Sold 9.02 million units, down from 10.89 million in the second fiscal quarter of 2010.
    • Sold 19.45 million first quarter 2011.

    Mac

    • 3.6 million units, totaling 3.67 million units in the March quarter, up from 2.94 million last year
    • 4.13 million from first quarter 2011.

    Revenue

    • $24.67 billion and Apple recorded $5.99 billion in profit.
    • 95% up from $3.07 billion in the same quarter last year.

    Apple also noted in its earnings call that the earthquakes in Japan will not affect Apple’s supply chain or its products in the third quarter.

    Listen to the full earnings Call

    Read the Full Press Release

    Apple Reports Second Quarter Results

    Record March Quarter Drives 83 Percent Revenue Growth, 95 Percent Profit Growth

    Record iPhone Sales Grow 113 Percent

    CUPERTINO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apple® today announced financial results for its fiscal 2011 second quarter ended March 26, 2011. The Company posted record second quarter revenue of $24.67 billion and record second quarter net profit of $5.99 billion, or $6.40 per diluted share. These results compare to revenue of $13.50 billion and net quarterly profit of $3.07 billion, or $3.33 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter. Gross margin was 41.4 percent compared to 41.7 percent in the year-ago quarter. International sales accounted for 59 percent of the quarter’s revenue.

    “We will continue to innovate on all fronts throughout the remainder of the year.”

    Apple sold 3.76 million Macs during the quarter, a 28 percent unit increase over the year-ago quarter. The Company sold 18.65 million iPhones in the quarter, representing 113 percent unit growth over the year-ago quarter. Apple sold 9.02 million iPods during the quarter, representing a 17 percent unit decline from the year-ago quarter. The Company also sold 4.69 million iPads during the quarter.

    “With quarterly revenue growth of 83 percent and profit growth of 95 percent, we’re firing on all cylinders,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “We will continue to innovate on all fronts throughout the remainder of the year.”

    “We are extremely pleased with our record March quarter revenue and earnings and cash flow from operations of over $6.2 billion,” said Peter Oppenheimer, Apple’s CFO. “Looking ahead to the third fiscal quarter of 2011, we expect revenue of about $23 billion and we expect diluted earnings per share of about $5.03.”

    Apple will provide live streaming of its Q2 2011 financial results conference call beginning at 2:00 p.m. PDT on April 20, 2011 at www.apple.com/quicktime/qtv/earningsq211. This webcast will also be available for replay for approximately two weeks thereafter.

    This press release contains forward-looking statements including without limitation those about the Company’s estimated revenue and earnings per share. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ. Risks and uncertainties include without limitation the effect of competitive and economic factors, and the Company’s reaction to those factors, on consumer and business buying decisions with respect to the Company’s products; continued competitive pressures in the marketplace; the ability of the Company to deliver to the marketplace and stimulate customer demand for new programs, products, and technological innovations on a timely basis; the effect that product introductions and transitions, changes in product pricing or mix, and/or increases in component costs could have on the Company’s gross margin; the inventory risk associated with the Company’s need to order or commit to order product components in advance of customer orders; the continued availability on acceptable terms, or at all, of certain components and services essential to the Company’s business currently obtained by the Company from sole or limited sources; the effect that the Company’s dependency on manufacturing and logistics services provided by third parties may have on the quality, quantity or cost of products manufactured or services rendered; risks associated with the Company’s international operations; the Company’s reliance on third-party intellectual property and digital content; the potential impact of a finding that the Company has infringed on the intellectual property rights of others; the Company’s dependency on the performance of distributors, carriers and other resellers of the Company’s products; the effect that product and service quality problems could have on the Company’s sales and operating profits; the continued service and availability of key executives and employees; war, terrorism, public health issues, natural disasters, and other circumstances that could disrupt supply, delivery, or demand of products; and unfavorable results of other legal proceedings. More information on potential factors that could affect the Company’s financial results is included from time to time in the “Risk Factors“ and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations“ sections of the Company’s public reports filed with the SEC, including the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 25, 2010, its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 25, 2010, and its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 26, 2011 to be filed with the SEC. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or information, which speak as of their respective dates.


  • Apple updates iOS to 4.3.2 for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad

    Apple updates iOS to 4.3.2 for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad

    Apple on Thursday released iOS version 4.3.2 for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. The only changes noted by Apple are bug fixes and security updates including the Facetime crash fix and the connectivity issues faced by iPad 2 users.

     

  • iPad 2 Already Jailbroken, Yet no final release date!

    iPad 2 Already Jailbroken, Yet no final release date!

    The Dev-Team and other members of the iPhone community, mainly Comex and CHPWN have displayed their abilities and the new iPad 2 is already jailbroken two days after its release. As always there is no information on when they will release this jailbreak to the public. Stay tuned

    [@chpwn @comex]

  • Apple US Store opens iPad 2 online order

    Apple US Store opens iPad 2 online order

     

    If you are in the US or have friends or family in the US. You can skip the waiting period and get the iPad 2 which is shipping now on the online Apple Store. Pricing information is below:

     

    If instead you prefer picking up the device in person, Sales start in stores at 5PM local time in the area of purchase head down to an Apple Store, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, AT&T or Verizon store .

    The accessories you should consider buying:

    Smart Cover (Starts at $39.00)

    Digital AV Adapter ($39.00)

    [Apple]

  • Tablet Wars : iPad 2 vs. Motorola Xoom vs. HP TouchPad vs. BlackBerry PlayBook

    Tablet Wars : iPad 2 vs. Motorola Xoom vs. HP TouchPad vs. BlackBerry PlayBook

    Here you go Guys this is what you will probably need to decide the fate of your hard earned money. The top Tablets so far head to head.

     

    [Engadget]

  • The Apple iPad 2 Released!

    The Apple iPad 2 Released!

    Apple has just made its second-generation iPad official!


    Specs:

    • 1GHz dual-core A5 chip
    • Front and Rear Cameras
    • HDMI output capable of 1080p
    • starting at $499.
    • iOS 4.3
    • Wi-Fi + 3G model: UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
    • Wi-Fi + 3G for Verizon model: CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz)
    • Data only3
    • Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
    • Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology
    • 9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
    • 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch (ppi)
    • Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
    • Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously
    • Back camera: Video recording, HD (720p) up to 30 frames per second with audio; still camera with 5x digital zoom
    • Front camera: Video recording, VGA up to 30 frames per second with audio; VGA-quality still camera
    • Tap to control exposure for video or stills
    • Photo and video geotagging over Wi-Fi
    • Built-in 25-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
    • Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music
    • Three-axis gyro
    • Accelerometer
    • Ambient light sensor
    • Wi-Fi
    • Digital compass
    • Assisted GPS (3G model only)
    • Cellular (3G only)

     

     

     

     

     

    Official Press Release

     

    Apple Launches iPad 2

    All New Design is Thinner, Lighter & Faster with FaceTime, Smart Covers & 10 Hour Battery

    SAN FRANCISCO-March 2, 2011-Apple® today introduced iPad™ 2, the next generation of its magical device for browsing the web, reading and sending email, enjoying photos, watching videos, listening to music, playing games, reading ebooks and much more. iPad 2 features an entirely new design that is 33 percent thinner and up to 15 percent lighter than the original iPad, while maintaining the same stunning 9.7-inch LED-backlit LCD screen. iPad 2 features Apple’s new dual-core A5 processor for blazing fast performance and stunning graphics and now includes two cameras, a front-facing VGA camera for FaceTime® and Photo Booth®, and a rear-facing camera that captures 720p HD video, bringing the innovative FaceTime feature to iPad users for the first time. Though it is thinner, lighter, faster and packed with new features, iPad 2 still delivers up to 10 hours of battery life* that users have come to expect. iPad 2 is available in black or white, features models that run on AT&T’s and Verizon’s 3G networks, and introduces the innovative iPad 2 Smart Cover in a range of vibrant polyurethane and rich leather colors.

    “With more than 15 million iPads sold, iPad has defined an entirely new category of mobile devices,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “While others have been scrambling to copy the first generation iPad, we’re launching iPad 2, which moves the bar far ahead of the competition and will likely cause them to go back to the drawing boards yet again.”

    With the new front and rear cameras, iPad 2 users can now make FaceTime calls to millions of iPhone® 4, iPod touch® and Mac® users so they can see family and friends anywhere there is Wi-Fi. Photo Booth lets you apply fun visual effects, including eight photo special effects like Squeeze, Twirl and Kaleidoscope, to photos captured by either camera.

    iPad 2 comes with iOS 4.3, the latest version of the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, with new features including faster Safari® mobile browsing performance; iTunes® Home Sharing; enhancements to AirPlay®;** the choice to use the iPad side switch to either lock the screen rotation or mute audio; and Personal Hotspot to share an iPhone 4 cellular data connection over Wi-Fi.*** Additional iPad 2 features include a built-in gyro for advanced gaming; HSUPA support for enhanced 3G upload speeds on iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G on AT&T, and HDMI Video Mirroring that lets users mirror their iPad screen on an HDTV using an optional adaptor.

    The innovative new iPad 2 Smart Cover provides protection for the iPad screen while maintaining its thin and lightweight profile. Designed with a unique self-aligning magnetic hinge that makes it easy to attach and remove, the new iPad 2 Smart Cover automatically wakes iPad 2 when it’s opened and puts it to sleep when it’s closed, and has a soft microfiber lining to help keep the screen clean. The Smart Cover also folds into a stand for typing or viewing videos and is available in vibrant polyurethane for $39 or rich leather for $69 in a range of colors, including a (PRODUCT) RED one which helps support the Global Fund to fight HIV/AIDS in Africa.

    Apple also introduced two new apps: iMovie® and GarageBand® for iPad, both available on the App Store? for just $4.99 each. With iMovie, iPad 2 users can shoot and edit videos right on their iPad and post their movies to YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo and their MobileMe? gallery; watch them on their iPod®, iPhone or iPad; as well as view them on their HDTV using AirPlay and Apple TV®. GarageBand turns your iPad into a collection of touch instruments and 8-track recording studio, allowing you to perform with onscreen keyboards, guitars, drums and basses using multi-touch gestures–even if you don’t play a musical instrument.

    iPad 2 runs almost all of the over 350,000 apps available on the App Store and there are more than 65,000 native iPad apps available from an incredible range of apps in 20 categories, including games, business, news, sports, health, reference and travel. The iTunes Store gives iPad users access to the world’s most popular online music, TV and movie store with a catalog of over 14 million songs, over 50,000 TV episodes and over 10,000 films including over 3,500 in stunning high definition video. The iBooks® app for iPad includes Apple’s iBookstore?, the best way to browse, buy and read books on a mobile device.

    Pricing & Availability
    iPad 2 with Wi-Fi will be available on March 11 for a suggested retail price of $499 (US) for the 16GB model, $599 (US) for the 32GB model, $699 (US) for the 64GB model. iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G will be available for a suggested retail price of $629 (US) for the 16GB model, $729 (US) for the 32GB model and $829 (US) for the 64GB model. iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G compatible with the Verizon network will be available in the US only for a suggested retail price of $629 (US) for the 16GB model, $729 (US) for the 32GB model and $829 (US) for the 64GB model. iPad 2 will be sold in the US through the Apple Store® (www.apple.com), Apple’s retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers. iMovie and GarageBand for iPad apps will be available on March 11 for $4.99 each from the App Store on iPad or www.itunes.com/appstore.

    iPad 2 will be available in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK on March 25; and in many more countries around the world in the coming months. Further international availability and pricing will be announced at a later date.

    *Battery life depends on device settings, usage and other factors. Actual results vary.

    **AirPlay video requires second generation Apple TV running the latest software.

    ***Personal Hotspot requires supporting data plan. Customers should check with their carrier for availability.

    Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork, and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple is reinventing the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced its magical iPad which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.

  • iOS 4.3 Coming March 11 with new AirPlay features and FaceTime

    iOS 4.3 Coming March 11 with new AirPlay features and FaceTime

    Apple’s releasing the final version of iOS 4.3, which features

    • Nitro Javscript engine from Safari on OS X,
    • iTunes Home Sharing
    • Updated suite of AirPlay
    • We also Get Wifi Hotspot for iPhone 4
    • Photo Booth and FaceTime
    • It’ll be a free download for all iPads, the GSM iPhone 4, the iPhone 3GS
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