Some companies have released Lightning cables that cost a few dollars less than Apple’s first-party options, but Monoprice has the lowest-cost officially licensed cords to date. We received its 3ft Lightning to USB Charge/Sync Cable ($12) in white; it also comes in six foot and ten foot versions, all also […] Read the original post…
News: Apple releases iOS 6.1.3
Apple has released iOS 6.1.3, which contains improvements and bug fixes, including a fix for a bug that could allow someone to bypass the passcode and access the iPhone app. The update also features improvements to iOS Maps in Japan. … Read the original post by Phil Dzikiy
News: Apple releases iOS 6.1.3
Apple has released iOS 6.1.3, which contains improvements and bug fixes, including a fix for a bug that could allow someone to bypass the passcode and access the iPhone app. The update also features improvements to iOS Maps in Japan. … Read the original post by Phil Dzikiy
Review: Logitech UE Ultimate Ears 900 Noise-Isolating Earphones
For the most part, Logitech’s 2008 acquisition of leading canalphone maker Ultimate Ears appeared to be quite successful—Ultimate Ears continued to create new high-end “custom fit” earphones, and considerably improved the designs of its more affordable “universal fit” models, each remaining at or near the top of their respective categories. […] Read the original post…
Review: Kanex DoubleUp Dual USB Charger
Like most products from Kanex, DoubleUp is a thoughtful accessory that does more than just provide power to your iPad, iPhone, or iPod. It’s a very nicely designed unit measuring 3-3/8” long, 2.5” wide, and an inch thick. The front and back surfaces are glossy black or white plastic, each […] Read the original post…
News: EU judge criticizes Apple over warranty rights
European Union Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding said Apple still isn’t informing consumers about their legal rights to a two-year warranty in EU member states, according to a report. “In at least 21 EU Member States Apple is not informing consumers correctly about the legal warranty rights they have. This is […] Read the original post…
Review: Incipio Edge CF + Shine for iPhone 5
Both cases separate into two pieces, with the bottom inch or so sliding off when you’re ready to insert or remove your iPhone, or connect it to a dock that doesn’t otherwise fit. The pieces are held together securely enough that there’s no concern about the bottom coming off unless […] Read the original post…
Review: Kensington AbsolutePower Dual USB Wall Charger
Like most products from Kanex, DoubleUp is a thoughtful accessory that does more than just provide power to your iPad, iPhone, or iPod. It’s a very nicely designed unit measuring 3-3/8” long, 2.5” wide, and an inch thick. The front and back surfaces are glossy black or white plastic, each […] Read the original post…
News: Bowers & Wilkins shows Z2, Lightning updated Zeppelin Air
Bowers & Wilkins has announced the Z2 ($400) Airplay Lightning speaker dock and an updated Lightning version of its Zeppelin Air ($600) AirPlay speaker dock. Z2 is a redesigned version of the company’s Zeppelin Mini, capable of docking an iPhone 5, fifth-generation iPod touch, or seventh-generation iPod nano within a […] Read the original post…
Mac: Wacom Cintiq 13HD
Artists may love the idea of Wacom’s gigantic stylus-plus-screen solution Cintiq 24HD, but probably aren’t so fond of the equally huge price tag. Enter Cintiq 13HD ($999). The 13.3” pen display is significantly smaller, but offers the same feature set as its larger counterpart. That makes it a smart compromise, […] Read the original post…
Congress, CEOs Tangle Over AT&T’s T-Mobile Bid, Spectrum ‘Crunch’
The AT&T and T-Mobile show rolled into Washington, D.C., Wednesday for a Senate hearing on Capital Hill and, suffice it to say, there were diverging views of how the proposed $39 billion buyout would affect the national wireless market, as well as consumers and startups. Read the original post by Sam Gustin
Sprint, AT&T Trade Fire Over T-Mobile Deal as FCC Deadline Passes
It’s no secret the Sprint, the nation’s third-largest mobile service provider, opposes AT&T’s proposed $39 billion takeover of T-Mobile. Earlier this month Sprint’s CEO testified before Congress that the deal could do “irreparable harm” to consumers. Now, Sprint has formally registered its objections with the Federal Communications Commission, which is […] Read the original post…
Ask iLounge: Watching Rented Movies on Multiple Devices
Q: I have two Apple TVs in my home, one in my bedroom and one in the family room. If I rent a movie on either of my Apple TVs, it shows up on both and I seem to be able to start or continue watching it from either. I’m […] Read the original post…
Review: Incipio Mini Auto Charger + Ultra Compact Auto Charger with Lightning Cable
As their extended names suggest, each of Incipio’s cables supports different maximum output speeds. In our tests, both Mini Auto Charger and Ultra Compact Auto Charger were able to refill a compatible device—an iPad mini for the former, an iPhone 5 for the latter—at their appropriate peak speeds. The cable […] Read the original post…
Review: Odoyo Micro Car Charger with Lightning Connector
Micro Car Charger with Lightning Connector is the first we’ve received to feature 2.4-Amp output, meaning it’ll charge a fourth-generation iPad at its fastest possible speed, or match the fastest speeds supported by older iPads, the iPad mini, iPhones, and iPods. The stubby car plug and black cable are pretty […] Read the original post…