Month: March 2012

Taking over the world: Apple hiring for new London, Ontario store

Oliver Haslam ∙ Updated April 3, 2018

Not content with reporting huge sales at its existing 360-plus retail stores across the globe, Apple is constantly seeking to expand its vast empire of knock-out retail locations at which we can all hand over our hard-earned cash.

The latest store that could be set to open appears to be in London, Ontario. Yes, those lucky Canadians are set to get another Apple Store in their midst. Masonville Place is to be the home of the unannounced Apple Store, according to a job listing.

The job listing shows that Apple is currently recruiting for the new store, with Geniuses and Inventory Specialists required, amongst others...

Some eager beavers already seeing iPad shipment notifications

Oliver Haslam ∙ March 9, 2012

If you were particularly swift at getting your new iPad order in when the online Apple Store finally came back to life, then you may soon be receiving a shipping confirmation email in your inbox.

One AppleInsider reader has shared an email he received, which shows that his 16GB WiFi iPad (notice the 3rd Generation moniker, too?) is already winging its way to him via FedEx. Other similar reports are also being received, with UPS apparently also being used for iPad shipments by Apple.

Of course, items being shipped and items actually arriving are two very different things...

Firemint returns with Flight Control Rocket

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated May 9, 2017

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Fans of Flight Control rejoice as Firemint just announced the next evolution of their popular and additive game, coming later this month for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

1080p videos actually don’t use that much storage on Apple TV

Jake Smith ∙ March 8, 2012

Yesterday, Apple announced its updated third-generation Apple TV, at a media event in California. The highlighted feature of the new Apple TV, along with its updated UI, is the ability to play 1080p videos. Netflix announced hours later that it will support 1080p streaming to Apple's new device.

But the question comes: is 1080p video really worth it -- over 720p?

FireCore updates its aTV Flash (black) software to version 1.4

Cody Lee ∙ Updated May 16, 2016

FireCore published a blog post earlier today announcing a new update to its aTV Flash (black) suite. The software package can add a lot of functionality to your jailbroken Apple TV, including an integrated web browser and non-iTunes content support.

The update, which brings the software to version 1.4, includes a number of new features and bug fixes. Keep reading for the full change log...

eBay offering up to $475 for your old iPad

Oliver Haslam ∙ March 8, 2012

It's iPad upgrade time, but if you'd rather move your old iPad on before stumping up the cash for a brand new one, then eBay may be the place to check out.

As part of its Instant Sale system, eBay is currently offering some surprisingly competitive prices for the iPad 2, with potential sellers not having to wait for a lengthy auction process to complete before knowing a sale is guaranteed.

Depending on your particular flavor of iPad 2, you could be looking to receive anything between $290 and $475 via Paypal, assuming your device is in good condition...

Apple begins using ‘iSight’ branding for iPhone 4 and 4S rear cameras too

Jake Smith ∙ March 8, 2012

Mac users may remember Apple's iSight branding for its standalone and built-in webcams. However in recent years, Apple hasn't used the appellation, replacing it with the FaceTime branding. But bringing the term back, iSight was reintroduced during yesterday's iPad announcement. Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing Phil Schiller showed off the new iPad's camera, which was given the name iSight.

As noted by MacRumors, Apple has also extended the iSight name to the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S's rear camera...

Carved offers beautiful laser engraved wooden skins for iDevices [giveaway]

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated November 27, 2016

You know I'm not really fond of cases or skins, but I never miss an occasion to check a new one out, especially when it's made to order. The folks over at Carved sent me a couple custom iDB skins a while ago and today I'd like to show you what it looks like.

Carved is a relatively new company that sells laser engraved wooden skins for iPhone, iPad and other devices. You can choose from a selection of skins for iPhone or for iPad, or even better, you can design your own custom skin to be laser engraved...

Verizon to offer $20 1GB data plan for 4G iPad with free hotspot support

Cody Lee ∙ March 8, 2012

There was certainly some confusion earlier today regarding what the carriers' plans are for the new iPad's hotspot feature. The tablet, for the first time, will be compatible with high-speed LTE networks. And it will be to share the connection with up to 5 other devices.

As of right now, AT&T, one of the largest carriers in the US, has no idea when or if it will support the feature. But Verizon, on the other hand, has confirmed that its four data plans, starting at $20 per month, will all include free hotspot support...

Apple forced to stop suing Kodak over patents

Jake Smith ∙ March 8, 2012

In January, 131 year old camera company Kodak filed a lawsuit against Apple for violating four patents. Fast forward a month later, Apple went after the already bankrupt Kodak in court, counter suing the company. Apple claimed that Kodak actually stole the patents in question from Apple.

Today, the WSJ reports a New York judge has ordered Apple to stop filing lawsuits against Kodak. Kodak is failing as a company and is currently bankrupt...

How to easily track your new iPad and Apple TV order

Jeff Benjamin ∙ Updated May 30, 2017

It's that time of the year again. We're all waiting on pins and needles until March 16th when the new iPad is officially available to the public.

As Cult of Mac's Killian Bell points out, Apple's own Apple Store app is a great way keep tabs on your new iPad and/or new Apple TV shipment.

It's not going to make your new iPad hit your doorstep any faster, but it's a nifty way to ease some of the anxiety of waiting...

JailbreakCon 2012 slated for September 29th with several high-profile speakers

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 25, 2016

The folks behind MyGreatFest, the world's first jailbreaking convention, have just announced that they have confirmed the date and location for its 2012 event: JailbreakCon.

Jailbreakers, tweak developers and iOS hackers will be gathering at the South San Francisco Conference Center in — you guessed it — San Francisco, California, on September 29th.

And wait until you see this list of guest speakers...