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Apple CEO Tim Cook published a new letter (translated link) on Apple’s Chinese website announcing changes to the company’s warranty policies, as well as apologies for misunderstandings or concerns. The letter follows high-profile criticisms of Apple by Chinese media and various Chinese citizens, which were suspected to have been coordinated […] Read the original post…

The US Patent and Trademark Office has denied Apple’s request to trademark the term “iPad mini,” according to a report. In a letter to Apple, the USPTO describes the term as “merely descriptive of a feature or characteristic of the goods,” therefore, the trademark registration was refused. The examiner’s description […] Read the original post…

A simple design, Just Mobile’s AluCup ($30) serves as a way to hold most iPhones or iPod touches inside, as well as iPads on a typing angle. The precision-cut aluminum tube is fitted with a silicone rubber insert in your choice of black, yellow, red, or blue; a pad of […] Read the original post…

We’ve been vocal about our disdain for bumper-style cases, but few look as nice as Just Mobile’s AluFrame for iPhone 5 ($70). Unlike other metal frames we’ve seen, this aluminum edge protector doesn’t require any sort of tools to assemble; it opens and closes around the iPhone’s body using a […] Read the original post…

Apple is “pushing hard” for a summertime launch of its anticipated streaming music service, according to a new report. The company has allegedly made “significant progress” in talks with two of the top record labels: Universal and Warner. A source is claimed to have said, “iRadio is coming. There’s no […] Read the original post…

Apple is preparing to launch its own dedicated game controller, according to a new report. Apple allegedly discussed plans for the controller in private meetings at the Game Developers Conference this week, and the company is “ensuring plenty of games will support the joypad at launch.” Little else is known […] Read the original post…

Logitech has released a number of unique iPad keyboards over the years, and its new Keyboard Folio ($100) continues its strategy of offering something a little different from the masses. While its name is similar to many recent options, Keyboard Folio is actually bulkier than most of its rivals, with […] Read the original post…

We can tell you about Feral Interactive’s GRID ($25), but first, just look at it. Beautiful, right? This brand new racing game from the company behind most of the big name titles in the Mac App Store is stunning, combining elements of a driving simulator with those of an arcade […] Read the original post…

Facebook has sent out invites for a media event to “Come See Our New Home on Android” next Thursday, which appears to be the announcement of a Facebook-based Android phone co-developed with HTC. Though it’s unclear if the event will focus on the phone, reports suggest that Facebook has created […] Read the original post…

In-app purchases generated a record 76 percent of total App Store revenue in the U.S. in February, according to a report from Distimo, a company that tracks app performance and metrics. The new report tracks revenues generated through the App Store, so ad revenue is excluded. At least 90 percent […] Read the original post…

The case itself is a one-piece playthrough design, coming only in black. Flexible edges allow for easy installation of your iPhone 5, and once it’s inside, it’s pretty well-protected. Sleep/Wake and volume button coverage is built-in, and there’s a slight raised lip protecting the screen. Tight openings exposing the speaker, […] Read the original post…

If you often listen to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch in very noisy or very quiet environments, you may be happy to know that iOS 6 now includes a new “Late Night” audio mode that can improve your listening experience. Somewhat oddly hidden with the equalizer settings under Music […] Read the original post…

Known for golf and other athletic-centric accessories, Ogio has moved into fashionable laptop bags geared towards women with its Buttons collection. Our favorite bag in the lineup is Hamptons ($65), a surprisingly affordable purse-style carrier for your MacBook. Available in black, terra, tide, red, or yellow, the tote is well-suited […] Read the original post…