Alex Heath

Cheaper iPhone Would Have to Be an “Innovative, Category-Killer Experience,” According to Apple

Alex Heath ∙ August 5, 2011

Since the beginning of this year, rumors have been heating up that Apple will release not one, but two iPhone models this year. One of these devices would be the next flagship iPhone 5 based on the the current pricing structure, while the second device would be a cheaper (possibly pre-paid) "Nano" handset.

Apple's COO and CFO have chimed in on what it would take for the company to release a cheaper iPhone. They describe that the product would need to be an, "innovative, category-killer experience."

Get Real-Time Data Usage Tracking on Your iPhone With DataMan Pro [Review and Giveaway] [Winners Announced]

Alex Heath ∙ Updated February 18, 2018

Keeping track of your data consumption is becoming an increasingly important habit for smartphone users. Carriers have started enforcing tiered data plans, and data consumption is becoming more expensive for those that use their devices heavily.

AT&T recently announced that it would begin throttling unlimited data customers in October, so everyone will need to be monitoring their data consumption soon. On the iPhone, there's an excellent app for real-time data tracking called DataMan Pro...

Apple Already Approving Apps for iOS 5

Alex Heath ∙ Updated January 24, 2016

iOS 5 is just around the corner for those of us without developer accounts, and Apple has already begun to approve apps with iOS 5 compatibility in the App Store.

Camera+ was the first app in the App Store to be updated with iOS 5 compatibility, followed by Mashable and several others. While apps are being updated for compatibility with iOS 5, no apps have been approved that are actually built on iOS 5 code.

Apple to Unveil 4G TD-LTE iPhone 5, According to China Mobile

Alex Heath ∙ August 4, 2011

After months of "being in talks" with China's largest carrier, China Mobile, Apple seems to have closed a deal with the carrier that includes distribution for the upcoming iPhone 5. On top of that, China Mobile is now saying that it has reached an agreement with Apple to bring an iPhone 5 with 4G speeds to its network.

The report doesn't directly imply that a 4G-equipped iPhone would release on China Mobile this Fall, and recent reports have said that a 4G iPhone won't be seen until at least 2012...

TwitkaFly 2.0 Adds a Slick New Interface and Support for Tweetbot

Alex Heath ∙ Updated April 25, 2017

As Jeff highlighted in the latest edition of "What's On My iDevice?," TwitkaFly has been updated to version 2.0. If you haven't heard of TwitkaFly, it's a jailbreak tweak for the iPhone and iPad that lets you tweet quickly through a super fast and easy Activator shortcut.

TwitkaFly 2.0 brings a slick redesign of the tweet compose window, and it also adds support for Tweetbot. If you like to tweet from a jailbroken iDevice, TwitkaFly is an essential tool...

Retailers Begin Discounting the iPhone 4 in Anticipation of Apple’s Next Model

Alex Heath ∙ August 3, 2011

All signs have been pointing to a September release of the iPhone 5, and retail outlets have begun to offer discounts for the iPhone 4 in anticipation of Apple's upcoming device.

In the US, Radio Shack and Target have already cut prices for the iPhone 4. If you're not interested in getting Apple's next generation smartphone this Fall, now would be an excellent time to pick up a new iPhone 4.

iPhone 5 to Ship in September?

Alex Heath ∙ August 3, 2011

A new rumor claims that Pegatron will begin shipping an order of 10 million iPhone 5 units in September. This order would place Pegatron as Apple's second design manufacturer, and would match recent rumors of iPhone 5 production beginning overseas.

This report is similar to other claims that Apple will begin shipping its next iPhone in September. The most recent rumor counters a September timeframe for Apple's announcement with an expected October release. However, a September date still seems to make more sense for an expected iPhone 5 announcement.

Other Tablets Can’t Compete With the iPad’s “Design Efficiencies”

Alex Heath ∙ August 2, 2011

We've all been wondering why the plethora of other tablets out there haven't been selling as well as the iPad. Android tablets abound, and seemingly hopeful slates, like the Motorola Xoom, don't even come close to the iPad's sales.

Apparently, the magic is in the process. Apple's tight control over the iPad's hardware and software gives the iPad an unmatched advantage in "design efficiences" that other manufacturers can't copy — no matter how hard they try.

Skype for iPad Back in the App Store for Good

Alex Heath ∙ August 2, 2011

Skype prematurely launched its iPad app in the App Store last night, and the highly anticipated application was pulled about five hours later. Unless you got your hands on it during that brief window, you missed it for the time being.

In case you didn't know, Skype relaunched its iPad app in the App Store this morning, and hopefully it will be there to stay.

AViiQ Portable Charging Station is the Apple Geek’s Perfect Travel Companion

Alex Heath ∙ Updated December 19, 2017

If you've got more than one mobile device, you know how much of a pain it can be to keep track and charge all of your tech when you're on the go. Charging multiple devices can be cumbersome when you're on vacation or a business trip. Wouldn't it would be nice to have an orderly method for storing and keeping track of your iPhone, iPad, company Blackberry, and iPod when you're away from home?

The AViiQ Portable Charging Station is an essential accessory for any traveling Apple geek. This small, foldable bag houses a charging hub for all of your devices, and the pack is meant to let you easily charge everything at once. Now that's efficient!