Apple’s original iPhone, released in 2007, will soon enter “obsolete” status in Apple Retail Stores, according to an internal document. The switch will occur on June 11. Obsolete status means the original iPhone will no longer be supported at bricks and mortar Apple locations, though AppleCare and Authorized Service Providers […] Read the original post…
Review: Kinivo BTX350 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
At 8” long, 3.75” tall, and 2.25” deep, BTX350 is relatively large compared to similar models on the market, but certainly not big; it’ll still easily fit in a bag. Its body is mostly hard plastic, with cloth covering the speakers and a brushed aluminum strip running beneath them. It […] Read the original post…
Review: Ballistic Aspira Series Case for iPhone 5
Much like CandyShell, Aspira is plastic on the outside and rubber on the inside, with that lining sticking through in certain areas. On all of the models, it’s the only thing covering the top and bottom edges, as well as the Sleep/Wake and volume buttons. As the best button protectors […] Read the original post…
Review: iHealth Lab Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor
As their names suggest, the Wireless Blood Pressure Wrist Monitor and Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor have far more in common than not: they each combine a rounded, white and clear plastic box with a fabric, Velcro-adjustable cuff that wraps around your arm. Because they use Bluetooth 3.0 wireless chips powered […] Read the original post…
Review: iHealth Lab Wireless Blood Pressure Wrist Monitor
As their names suggest, the Wireless Blood Pressure Wrist Monitor and Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor have far more in common than not: they each combine a rounded, white and clear plastic box with a fabric, Velcro-adjustable cuff that wraps around your arm. Because they use Bluetooth 3.0 wireless chips powered […] Read the original post…
Mac: Belkin Thunderbolt Express Dock (2013)
It’s been over a year since we last wrote about Belkin’s Thunderbolt Express Dock ($300), an accessory that had already delayed following its initial September 2011 (!) announcement. After plenty of changes, it has become a real product, so you can hit the order button on Belkin’s website to have […] Read the original post…
News: Report: iOS 7 seeks greater in-car integration
Following a recent report about iOS 7’s interface, 9to5Mac has more information on Apple’s plans for the new operating system, reporting that “Apple plans to move aggressively into the in-car integration space later this year.” Multiple sources noted Apple is “working with car makers to deeply embed iOS’s Maps and […] Read the original post…
News: Apple patent explores controller for touchscreen devices
An recently published Apple patent demonstrates that Apple has continued to contemplate the use of a physical controller accessory with iOS devices. However, the patent filing appears to be mainly concerned about how users with disabilities can interact with touchscreen devices. A controller could offer advantages to users who aren’t […] Read the original post…
News: Report: iOS 7 to have ‘very, very flat’ interface
Sources claim the look of Apple’s upcoming iOS 7 will be simpler than past incarnations, according to a new report from 9to5Mac. “Multiple people who have either seen or have been briefed on the upcoming iOS 7” claim the new operating system will be attractive to new users, but “potentially […] Read the original post…
News: Report: iOS 7 to have ‘very, very flat’ interface
Sources claim the look of Apple’s upcoming iOS 7 will be simpler than past incarnations, according to a new report from 9to5Mac. “Multiple people who have either seen or have been briefed on the upcoming iOS 7” claim the new operating system will be attractive to new users, but “potentially […] Read the original post…
Ask iLounge: Transitioning purchased apps to a new iTunes account
Q: I have a question related to iCloud backups and application data. My family shares an iTunes store account which we have used to buy apps. My credit card is in this account, and only I have the password. Each family member has their own iCloud account for backups and […] Read the original post…
Ask iLounge: Transitioning purchased apps to a new iTunes account
Q: I have a question related to iCloud backups and application data. My family shares an iTunes store account which we have used to buy apps. My credit card is in this account, and only I have the password. Each family member has their own iCloud account for backups and […] Read the original post…
Review: Lenmar Retractable Charge & Sync Cable with Lightning Connector
The black plastic housing at the center of Retractable Charge & Sync Cable has a diameter of about 1.75”, versus 1.25” for strikeLine Pro, so it’s noticeably larger. It squares off at the top and bottom so that there are corners, with the USB plug sticking out of the top […] Read the original post…
Review: Lenmar Retractable Charge & Sync Cable with Lightning Connector
The black plastic housing at the center of Retractable Charge & Sync Cable has a diameter of about 1.75”, versus 1.25” for strikeLine Pro, so it’s noticeably larger. It squares off at the top and bottom so that there are corners, with the USB plug sticking out of the top […] Read the original post…
Review: SuperTooth Disco Twin Bluetooth Speaker
SuperTooth has made several changes to the Disco Twin speaker package. Each of the Disco Twin speakers looks nearly identical to a single Disco 2 unit: a plastic and fabric shape somewhat like an exclamation point—a boxy hourglass with dimples closer to the bottom than the middle. However, while Disco […] Read the original post…