Google has released its anticipated Google Maps app for iOS. The app is designed for the iPhone and iPod touch, but runs on the iPad in a lower-resolution window. Google Maps features Google’s local search, vector-based maps, voice guided turn-by-turn navigation, public transit directions, Street View, imagery inside 100,000 businesses […] Read the original post…
Month: January 1970
Review: Incipio Frequency for iPhone 5
Made of Incipio’s NGP rubber, these cases share the same overall structure: each wraps around and covers most of the body of its respective device, while leaving the screen and bezel exposed, surrounded by a protective raised lip. On the back they’re decorated with the same neat design that resembles […] Read the original post…
Review: Incipio Frequency for iPhone 5
Made of Incipio’s NGP rubber, these cases share the same overall structure: each wraps around and covers most of the body of its respective device, while leaving the screen and bezel exposed, surrounded by a protective raised lip. On the back they’re decorated with the same neat design that resembles […] Read the original post…
Review: Trident Kraken A.M.S. Case for iPhone 5
The case breaks down to three pieces: a floppy rubber skin that fits directly around the body of the iPhone, a plastic front and side frame with built-in permanent screen protection, and a wide back panel. Assembly is easy, although fully put together, Kraken adds 0.38” of height, about a […] Read the original post…
Review: Incipio Frequency for iPod nano 7G
The case is made out of the company’s semi-flexible NGP rubber. With some effort, it wraps around the body, leaving the bezel and screen fully exposed but all the aluminum protected. The Home Button is covered while the Lightning and headphone ports are open at the bottom. We appreciate that […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple mulls upstate NY for manufacturing
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo “seemed to acknowledge” on a radio show that Apple may be behind a plan to build a 3.2-million square-foot computer chip factory in upstate New York, the Times Union (Albany) reports. The plan has allegedly been pitched to state economic development officials, but not further […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Mujjo iPad mini Sleeve
It’s straightforward, it’s beautiful, and it’s pretty expensive for a sleeve: Mujjo’s iPad mini sleeve (€45/~$59) is sure to garner some attention. The wool felt holder is available accented with either a brown or white vegetable tanned leather flap and strap. In front of the iPad pocket is a second […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Simplism Smart Flip Shell for iPad mini
Simplism’s Smart Flip Shell for iPad mini ($40) is similar to some of its predecessors, but features a much better way to hold the tablet in place. Instead of the curled, “claw” style holder many OEMs were using, this one has a properly tailored hard plastic shell. This means a […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Simplism Handy Cover Set for iPad mini
Most iPad shells offers protection, but not much functionality beyond simple rear protection. Simplism’s Handy Cover Set for iPad mini ($30) is a slightly different take on the common theme. The faux leather-covered polycarbonate shell has an elastic strap stitched onto the back, making it easily to hold the already […] Read the original post…
News: Google’s Schmidt: Android winning mobile war over Apple
Google Chairman Eric Schmidt compared Android’s growing lead over Apple in mobile software to Microsoft’s software rise in the 1990s, in a Bloomberg Businessweek interview. “This is a huge platform change; this is of the scale of 20 years ago — Microsoft versus Apple,” Schmidt said. “We’re winning that war […] Read the original post…
News: iTunes movies now available in 42 more countries
iTunes Store users in 42 more countries now have access to movie sales and rentals, according to Apple Insider. Last week’s iTunes launch in 56 countries initially brought movies to only Russia, Turkey, India, and Indonesia. Access to iTunes Store movies is also now available in: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, […] Read the original post…
First Looks: Simplism Film Sets for iPad mini
Simplism’s screen film is now available for the iPad mini in multiple variations. Following its releases for other devices, the company offers Protector Film Set with a Crystal Clear or Anti-glare finish ($12), a Bubble-less Film Set ($19) with the same options, and the self-healing FlashRevive & Bubble-less Film Set […] Read the original post…
News: Logitech debuts Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard
Logitech has announced the Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard ($100), a new wireless keyboard that allows users to switch from typing on a Mac to an iPad or iPhone with the touch of a button. Unlike most rivals, which pair with a single Apple device and complicate the process of switching between […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple now testing multiple TV designs
Apple is currently testing several TV set designs, “people familiar with the situation said,” according to a new report in The Wall Street Journal. The company is working with Asian component suppliers on a large, high-resolution TV, as Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. and Sharp have been collaborating on the […] Read the original post…
Mac: Logitech Rechargeable Trackpad
Apple’s Magic Trackpad went two and a half years without an equally appealing third-party competitor for the Mac. Finally, someone has taken a stab at improving on our favorite input device: Logitech’s Rechargeable Trackpad ($70) looks like a real contender. It has all the same features and functionalities of Apple’s […] Read the original post…