It's pretty tough to "Poke" someone -- digitally, anyway -- with a straight face. But toss a sophisticated smartphone into that equation, and... well, it's still just as tough. For those who'd like to make awkward family gatherings even more awkward way less awkward this holiday season, hit up the source links to get the (free) Facebook Poke app … [Read more...]
Facebook Poke app now available for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad — because, why not?
December 21, 2012 by
Amazon Instant Video streaming app now available for iPhone and iPod touch
December 19, 2012 by
iPad owners have had access since early August, and at long last, iPod touch and iPhone users can say "Us too." The second major reason to crack open the App Store today has just surfaced, with Amazon confirming that its Instant Video app is now available for two of Apple's more bantam iOS products. Much like the iPad version, this one provides … [Read more...]
Apple iPhone found to infringe on three MobileMedia patents in US court
December 18, 2012 by
Bloomberg News is reporting this morning that Apple's iPhone has been found to infringe on three MobileMedia patents in a US court. For those unaware, MobileMedia is an outfit that's owned by Sony, MPEG-LA and Nokia, being formed in early 2010 mostly as a means to enforce patents owned by the trio. Earlier this year, a court ruled that a screen … [Read more...]
PSA: Apple’s iPhone 5 now showing ‘In Stock’ status in several countries
December 8, 2012 by
Given that it's Apple's biggest rollout ever of an iPhone, it's actually fairly impressive that the iPhone 5 is now listed as "in stock" across many countries (United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand, to name a few). Toss in the whole "holiday season" thing, and it's crystal clear that the company has its supply chain humming in … [Read more...]
BookBook for iPhone 5 now shipping, rear camera hole and all (hands-on)
December 1, 2012 by
It took a little longer than some of those other cases, but Twelve South's BookBook for iPhone 5 is now shipping en masse. Some of those who pre-ordered began receiving their units as early as last week, but if you missed that wave, there's no need to gesture for the panic button. The outfit's newest wallet / iPhone case is actually more than just … [Read more...]
Microsoft’s Joe Belfiore pokes fun at iPhone and Android, provides deep dive of Windows Phone 8 in new video
October 29, 2012 by
Microsoft's Joe Belfiore -- also known as the manager for the entire Windows Phone program -- spent a fair amount of time on stage in California today detailing the highs of Windows Phone 8. Clearly, that wasn't enough. The man himself has thrown out a near-20 minute video detailing the nooks and crannies of Microsoft's latest mobile operating … [Read more...]
iPhone 5 camera gets tested in Iceland, panorama and low-light comparison with iPhone 4S included
September 24, 2012 by
Sure, we tested the iPhone 5's camera in the well-lit streets of New York City, but if you're wondering how Apple's latest functions when used primarily as a shooter, TREK has a pretty remarkable look. Photog Austin Mann and a few of his closest pals took a pair of iPhone 5s to Iceland following launch weekend in a bid to test the unit's … [Read more...]
Verizon iPhone 5 is unlocked, able to accept GSM SIMs right away
September 23, 2012 by
Great news for those waiting anxiously at the door for their UPS / FedEx delivery... well, for those awaiting a Verizon iPhone 5, anyway. We've already broken down the differences between the trifecta of iPhone 5 models, and it seems that the one VZW is hawking is a real gem for travelers. Aside from handling Verizon's LTE waves just fine, the … [Read more...]
Fans camp out overnight to buy iPhone 5
September 21, 2012 by
Another iPhone, another set of lineups snaking around Apple storefronts around the world. This morning, it's the iPhone 5. Once again, fans camped out all night outside the shops, including on the sidewalk outside Pacific Centre in downtown Vancouver. “I got my cooler here, got two foot-long … [Read more...]
iPhone 5 hands-on!
September 15, 2012 by
At long last, the iPhone 5. We just got our hands on Apple's latest smartphone following its unveiling in San Francisco, and suffice it to say, it's a beautiful thing. Some might say we've been waiting for this moment since October 4th of last year, but another crowd may say that the real next-gen iPhone has been on the burner for much longer. … [Read more...]
