Once again, IPA10 consists of two main pieces: a glossy plastic base designed to sit on a desk, and a matching plastic Apple device holder that’s permanently attached to a stainless steel rod. For IPA10, the footprint of the three-lobed base is between 8” to 8.6” at its widest points, […] Read the original post…
News: Apple sapphire partner expects orders in ‘latter part’ of 2014
Apple sapphire partner GT Advanced Technologies recently announced its 4Q 2013 fiscal results, noting the company “now expects equipment orders from investments to be received during the latter part of 2014.” GT expects “meaningful revenue recognition” will start in early 2015. “We expect to return to profitability during the second […] Read the original post…
News: Apple urges veto of Arizona anti-gay bill
Apple has asked Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer to veto a “religious freedom” bill that would allow businesses to deny service to gays and lesbians, the Associated Press reports. Company spokeswoman Kristin Hueget confirmed Apple “had reached out to Brewer and urged a veto,” according to the report. Apple announced plans […] Read the original post…
News: Report: Apple sues Chinese gov’t agency, company over Siri
Apple is reportedly suing a Chinese government agency and a Chinese company over patent rights for Siri, according to the Xinhua news agency. The Cupertino company has targeted Shanghai’s Zhizhen Network Technology, which “developed software similar to Siri,” and the State Intellectual Property Office, which controls Chinese patent rights protection. […] Read the original post…
Review: Plantronics Voyager Edge Bluetooth Headset
Plantronics’ headset is about twice as long as Jawbone’s, although the shape is different. Instead of having parallel edges, Voyager Edge starts with a diamond shape at the top, with a 1.8” long, 0.2” wide segment jutting out from the bottom. This design brings two of the three microphones — […] Read the original post…
Mac: Apple Motion 5
While it’s hardly the best-known of Apple’s professional tools, Motion 5 ($50) packs an extraordinary punch for video creators and editors, particularly given its low price. Pitched as a tool to let you “customize Final Cut Pro titles, transitions, and effects”—and certainly valuable for use with Apple’s video editing apps—Motion […] Read the original post…
News: ReSound Linx MFi hearing aid launches
GN ReSound has launched ReSound Linx, an MFi hearing aid. First announced last October, the hearing aid connects directly to an iOS device. The ReSound Smart app will let users adjust volume, treble, bass, and geo-tag locations for preferred settings. A price was not released for the ReSound Linx, but a […] Read the original…
News: Mad Catz unveils C.T.R.L.i iOS controller
Mad Catz has introduced its C.T.R.L.i ($80) iOS controller. The Bluetooth-enabled controller comes with a removable clip with a mount that can hold current iPhones, and can also adjust for larger devices. The controller will reportedly come in black, white, blue, red, and orange. C.T.R.L.i is set to launch in April. […] Read the original…
News: Apple iPhone trade-in program coming to Canada soon?
Apple’s in-store iPhone Reuse and Recycling trade-in program will launch in Canada in “the coming weeks,” 9to5Mac reports. A source indicated Canadian Apple Store employees would begin training for the program soon. The iPhone Reuse and Recycling program already exists in the U.S. and U.K., and Apple also has a […] Read the original post…
News: WWE Network launches on Apple TV
As expected, the WWE Network has launched on Apple TV today. The new network from World Wrestling Entertainment can be purchased with an iTunes account. It costs $60 for a six-month WWE subscription on Apple TV, as opposed to $10 per month on other platforms. WWE Network features streaming content 24/7, […] Read the original…
First Look: Thought Out PED4 Planet IPA10 for iPad Air
Thought Out’s latest stand, PED4 Planet IPA10 for iPad Air ($85), shouldn’t come as a huge surprise to anyone who’s seen products from the company before. In fact, it’s pretty much just a larger version of PED4 Planet IPM10 for iPad mini. The setup consists of a tri-lobed plastic base, […] Read the original post…
First Look: Plantronics Voyager Edge Bluetooth Headset
While they may be less common today than in the past, there’s clearly still a market for Bluetooth earpieces. Just about a month after Jawbone’s newest Era was released, Plantronics has come out with its Voyager Edge ($129). The two units share many of the same features, but have different […] Read the original post…
News: iLounge Game Spotlight: Tengami
The long-awaited Tengami ($5) has finally reached the App Store. Created by Nyamyam, an independent developer founded by former Rare employees, Tengami is described as “an atmospheric adventure game set inside a Japanese pop-up book.” Rated 4+, the game has no in-app purchases and no advertisements. As expected, Tengami is […] Read the original post…
Review: Anker TC930 Bluetooth Keyboard Cover for iPad Air
At its thickest point, TC930 is just as thick as the iPad Air, meaning it doubles the size when used as a cover. From the front, it’s solid silver aluminum, with no markings, logos, or other materials. The edges are equally elegant, with the only interruptions being a micro-USB port […] Read the original post…
News: Fitbit pulls, recalls Force fitness tracker
Fitbit has issued a voluntary recall of its Fitbit Force Wireless Activity & Sleep Wristband. The company has also pulled the fitness tracker from the market — Fitbit’s Force webpage notes the product is “currently not available for purchase.” Fitbit is citing skin irritation as the reason for the Force’s […] Read the original post…