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Google’s Nexus 7 beats iPad 3 on repairability

Despite being only one millimeter thicker, Google's upcoming Nexus 7 slate is more repairable than the new iPad, a teardown analysis by iFixit has concluded. Its components are assembled using standard tools, unlike the new iPad's innards which are glued together.

A simpler assembly makes servicing the Google tablet fairly easy with standard plastic opening tools that make "cracking the Nexus shell like cutting through butter"...

Apple gains ownership of iPad3.com without a fight

Wow, that was fast! Just a week following a complaint Apple lodged with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the original owner of the domain has transferred ownership to Apple's legal team, reports The Next Web.

It's interesting that the WIPO case was still filed as active at post time, meaning the organization hasn't even reached an official ruling, which could indicate that Apple's legal sharks scared the hell out of the domain owner. Who's this guy, anyway?

Apple to reportedly launch revamped third-gen iPad this summer

Yeah as far as crazy rumors go, this one could be among the craziest. A new report is out this morning claiming that Apple is set to release a revamped version of its third generation iPad this summer.

The difference between this tablet and the one that Apple released three months ago is that it's supposedly going to be thinner, have better battery life, and its Retina display is going to be made by Sharp...

Apple wants to own iPad3.com

With the "new" iPad, Apple stopped applying numerical suffixes to distinguish iPad iterrations, a practice many expect to continue with a sixth-generation iPhone (think "the new iPhone").

The fact doesn't stop the company from fighting to secure ownership of the attractive iPad3.com domain name. Looks like someone's plans to pocket a little profit from serving a bunch of ads on a single homepage just got curbed by Cupertino...

Study finds that new iPad costs just $1.36 per year to charge

Despite all of the praise it's received for its Retina display and LTE-compatibility, the new iPad does have its caveats. For instance, it takes considerably longer to charge than both of its predecessors.

The reason for this is obviously because the new iPad has a bigger battery. But surprisingly, it's still rather efficient. According to a new study, the tablet only costs $1.36 per year to charge...

Verizon’s LTE network now available in over 300 markets

One of the most common questions we get asked regarding the third-generation iPad is, "which carrier should I go with?" Here in the US, the tablet is available on both AT&T and Verizon networks.

Depending on you're location, we generally recommend the Verizon model. The carrier has had its LTE network up and running for nearly two years. And it's now available in more than 300 markets...

Apple starts airing new “Do It All” iPad commercial

Apple has started airing a new iPad commercial this evening entitled "Do It All." As the name suggests, the ad gives examples of some of the many things you can do with the tablet.

The spot covers everything from sending an email to creating a presentation. And the commercial ends with the tagline "Do it all more beautifully, with the Retina display on iPad..."

iOS 6: Clock app video walkthrough

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Finally, the iPad can lay claim to a Clock app of its own. That's right, with iOS 6, comes a new Clock app built from the ground up with the iPad in mind. The first word that might come to your head after initially laying eyes on the Clock app is "beautiful", as it's accented with a level of detail that Apple is famous for.

Included with the Clock app is a world clock capable of storing up to 24 different locations, along with the obligatory alarm, stop watch, and timer functions. Check out our full video walkthrough of the new Clock app for all of the details. Be sure to comment and let us know what you think about it.

Turn-by-turn navigation and Flyover in iOS 6 Maps is limited to iPhone 4S, iPad 2 or later

Apple really stick it to Google with jaw-dropping 3D Maps and full turn-by-turn navigation in iOS 6. However, those headline features won't be supported on hardware released prior to 2011. In other words, you'll need at least A5-enabled iOS devices to enjoy Flyovers and turn-by-turn navigation.

This means either the latest iPhone 4S model or the second- or third-generation iPad. So, did Apple just pull a Siri, all over again?

iOS 6: Maps video demonstration

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The new Maps app is the premier new feature in iOS 6. Although I was a bit skeptical at first after seeing some early screenshots, I'm a definite believer after giving it some hands-on time. It is rightfully so that the new Maps app is Apple's most compelling upgrade to iOS.

Maps is leaps and bounds above anything offered in the previous Google powered Maps app. With 3D views, turn by turn navigation, and full integration with Siri, Maps is a truly amazing package. What do you think about it?

iOS 6: Siri video demonstration

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Here is our first video demonstration showcasing some of the new Siri features included in iOS 6. As we previously reported, new features include sports scores, Movie info, including showtimes, trailers, reviews, and actor information, the ability to launch apps, and much more.

The new Siri is also iPad compatible, and we provide you with a sneak peak of the virtual assistant running on the iPad near the tail end of the video as well. Be sure to let us know what you think about Siri's new and improved features and iPad compatibility in the comments below.

This is what Siri looks like on the new iPad

Since Apple introduced Siri last fall, folks have been going through great lengths to install it on other devices. But Apple has continued to keep the feature exclusive to the iPhone 4S. Until now, that is.

Along with a number of other Siri-related announcements this morning, Apple announced that iOS 6 would be bringing the digital assistant to the latest iPad. So you know iDB had to go hands-on...