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iPad mini schematics: ultra-thin body, 19-pin dock connector, 7″ display

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated February 7, 2016

An alleged iPad mini case mold got leaked out two days ago, showing a smaller dock connector. This morning, a purported schematics depicting an iPad mini has hit the web. According to ThinkiOS (via 9to5Mac), these drawings confirm whispers that the iPad mini will sport a seven-inch display and a brand new 19-pin dock connector instead of the regular 30-pin dock connector.

As a result, all existing peripherals could be potentially rendered obsolete. Another thing to glean from the images: the iPad mini could be really, really thin...

Weaponize your iPhone with Yellow Jacket case that doubles as stun gun

Christian Zibreg ∙ July 12, 2012

Do you have a Taser and if so, is it on you all the time? See, personal safety is a tricky thing. Most people don't carry any kind of pepper spray or an electroshock weapon until they happen to find themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time.

I've been attacked twice in my life, once as a collateral victim of a silly bar fight and the other time I got robbed and beaten badly as a bonus in a shady suburb in a foreign country. It's an ugly experience I wish to never go through again.

Nonetheless, my Taser is still in my drawer most of the time. I find it inconvenient to have the damn thing on me all the time. But what if your iPhone could double as a 650-Volt stun gun?

New iPhone 5 case molds emerge, indicating thinner design

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated January 25, 2016

Following claimed iPhone 5 engineering samples unearthed yesterday by GottaBeMobile, KitGuru today followed up with a new set of purported images of, you guessed right, another iPhone 5 engineering sample. Obtained from a "Far East source", the images look fairly consistent to a rumored taller iPhone believed to be coming around October...

Chinese resellers already taking pre-orders for next-gen iPhone

Cody Lee ∙ July 12, 2012

The next-generation iPhone is one of the year's most highly-anticipated smartphone releases. The handset is expected to be one of the line's biggest updates since it was introduced, 5 years ago.

According to a new report, consumer demand for the unreleased device is already bubbling. And some Chinese resellers are taking advantage of the hype, by taking pre-orders for the phone...

What do you get when you combine the iPhone 5 with the Galaxy S III?

Cody Lee ∙ July 12, 2012

Samsung's Galaxy S III and Apple's next-generation iPhone are arguably the two most highly-anticipated smartphone releases of 2012. The S III just recently starting hitting retail stores, and Apple is expected to unveil its next iPhone later this fall.

Choosing between the two will end up being a tough choice for some consumers, as both handsets will obviously have their benefits. But what if you didn't have to? What if you could have the best of both worlds? Enter the iSung Galaxy V...

AViiQ Ready Clips brings tangle proof USB cables for your iPhone

Jim Gresham ∙ Updated October 10, 2018

Simply, I hate tangled cables. The most worthless item in your bag is a knotted-up bunch of charging cables and, if you've really got a bird's nest, it can take forever to untangle. Thankfully, everyone at AViiQ shares the common tangled-disaster-pain that ravages the world of technology and decided to do something about it. Ready Clips are here as the antidote and they fit quite nicely in a travel bag...

Amazing Alex now available in the App Store

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 22, 2018

It's been a big night for game releases. Hot on the heels of Tiny Wings 2, Rovio's Amazing Alex has just hit the App Store. The game marks Rovio's first title outside of the Angry Birds franchise.

Based on the once-popular iOS game Casey's Contraptions, Amazing Alex features more than 100 levels of physics puzzles. Players can even create their own levels, using 35 interactive objects...

Tiny Wings 2 and HD version now available in US App Store

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 22, 2018

The wait is over gamers. The highly anticipated sequel to Tiny Wings, Tiny Wings 2, has finally landed in the U.S. App Store. As previously explained, the app will be available as a free update to previous owners.

Also hitting the App Store tonight is the iPad version of Tiny Wings, Tiny Wings HD. The game comes Retina-ready and features the same addictive gameplay from the iPhone cut. Keep reading for live links...

Use your iPhone to shoot shake-free videos, with Picosteady

Cody Lee ∙ July 11, 2012

Between its ability to capture 1080p video, and its seemingly-endless supply of third-party editing apps, the iPhone 4S has become a great tool for budding film-makers.

And when software and megapixel count won't get you the shot you want, there's also a large selection of iPhone accessories up to the task. Enter the Picosteady...

Tim Cook flies to Sun Valley, presumably exploring deals with media moguls

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated April 4, 2018

Apple's boss today made a surprise appearance at the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference, an annual retreat, to attend a session called “Iran vs. Israel”, The New York Post reported. No one knew if he would put in an appearance and upon arriving he kept a low-key profile.

Apparently, Cook has lined up a bunch of powerful media executives for one-on-one meetings, looking to cut deals. After all, Apple is a media company (a powerful one, too) and it's been long-rumored that Cupertino's been persuading Hollywood moguls to provide premium programming for the mythical iTV...

Free wireless internet provider FreedomPop to go LTE

Cody Lee ∙ July 11, 2012

Back in May of this year, we told you about FreedomPop. The up-and-coming wireless broadband provider plans to disrupt the traditional carrier model with a combination of free 4G service, and iPhone products.

The idea sounded great on paper: offer iPhone users free service in exchange for buying these $99 cases with built-in FreedomPop modems. But sadly, the company seemed intent on using WiMAX technology...

Facebook releases SDK 3.0 Beta with iOS 6 integration

Cody Lee ∙ Updated February 22, 2018

As it promised a few weeks ago, Facebook today has released a major iOS SDK update for developers. SDK 3.0 Beta is chock-full of features that will enable iOS developers to start taking advantage of Apple's newfound relationship with the social network.

During its WWDC keynote last month, Apple announced system-level Facebook integration into both Mac OS X and iOS 6. Not only does this give users an additional outlet to share content, but it also means there will soon be no more need for OAuth...