Archive | September, 2008

Adobe Flash to come to the iPhone

Posted on 30 September 2008 by

It was made known today that Adobe Flash would be coming to the iPhone soon. This was made clear by the Sr. Director of Adobe Systems, however, it is up to Apple when Flash will actually appear on the device.  We've also learned that Flash for the iPhone will be a closed platform and that once Apple decides it's go time, ... continued »

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Softalk Spreadsheet app hits iPhone

Posted on 29 September 2008 by

As more and more people get comfortable with the idea of the App Store, it seems we're getting more useful apps popping up. And now Softalk has heeded the call with their Spreadsheet app. This app has several features that should be useful for those that need to get their database on in a jiffy. Features include a scrollable and ... continued »

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Verizon EVDO iPhone coming in 2009?

Posted on 29 September 2008 by

There's always speculation about where the iPhone 3G will pop up next, but it seems like there's some real solid backing for this latest rumor. The iPhone may very well be available for Verizon EVDO service in 2009. Over at 9 to 5 Mac, several reasons are offered up about why this Verizon/Apple pairing shouldn't be a surprise: Apple has been scouting ... continued »

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iPhone Buzz Week in Review – Week 39 2008

Posted on 28 September 2008 by

Now that the iPhone 3G has been out for awhile, things are slowing down a bit here on iPhone Buzz, but that's not to say we haven't been bringing the latest news stories to you. At the beginning of the week, we found out that the home activation available for the first-generation iPhone would be reinstated, at least in part, ... continued »

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Russia getting iPhone on October 3rd

Posted on 26 September 2008 by

Lots of international news for Apple and the iPhone 3G today. Now, Reuters is reporting that Russia will get the iPhone beginning on October 3rd. And it seems they have high hopes for the device's sales. Estimates now indicate that 150,000 units of the iPhone 3G will sell by the end of the year in Russia. And it seems the ... continued »

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Unlocked iPhone 3G now on sale in Hong Kong

Posted on 26 September 2008 by

The iPhone 3G is now available for sale in Hong Kong. Funnily enough, there wasn't any fanfare, but one interesting thing is that the phone will be unlocked.     The unlocked prices are, as you might have expected, rather high with the 8GB iPhone 3G selling for $5,400 HK, which is about $692 and the 16GB costs $6,200 HK, which is ... continued »

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iPhone Firmware 2.2 will bring updated MobileSafari

Posted on 26 September 2008 by

Remember yesterday when we reported that the latest iPhone firmware 2.2 beta was released for developers? We didn't know much about it then but as more details become available, we have now learned the MobileSafari interface will be getting an upgrade. In fact, it looks quite similar but just has a few tweaks to it. The magnifying glass and refresh ... continued »

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iPhone Firmware 2.2 enters Beta 1

Posted on 25 September 2008 by

Word travels fast and Apple has already seeded the beta of the iPhone firmware version 2.2 today. But that's not all. Apparently, the firmware includes a beta of the iPhone SDK build 9M2611 as well.   We still have no idea what the newest firmware would contain in comparison to the current version. Firmware 2.1 did address several bugs and issues ... continued »

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iPhone 3G vs. T-Mobile G1: Who comes out on top?

Posted on 24 September 2008 by

The T-Mobile G1 was officially announced yesterday and the comparisons to the iPhone started almost as soon as the last executive left the stage. But when you pair up the iPhone 3G and the T-Mobile G1, which device comes out as the winner? Or, is it too soon to tell? For starters, the T-Mobile G1 has a brand new operating ... continued »

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iPhone 3G new purchasing system helps save time

Posted on 24 September 2008 by

Apple has just launched a new purchasing system for the iPhone 3G that is intended to help consumers save time when going to their local Apple store. You still can't order an iPhone 3G online and have it delivered, but you can complete part of the process at home.   Now, you can fill out a form with all of your details, ... continued »

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App Store rejections now under NDA

Posted on 23 September 2008 by

Well, App Store rejection letters may have always been under Apple's non-disclosure agreement, but now the company is wanting to make that fact perfectly clear. So clear, in fact, they've resorted to using caps lock. Many a rejection letter for apps has surfaced online and now it seems Apple is tired of the critical press. Now, app developers that receive ... continued »

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iPhone 3G could reach 5 million sold in Q4

Posted on 22 September 2008 by

The iPhone 3G has been selling like hot cakes and it seems like it will sell even more in Q4. In fact, it is now estimated that Apple will be shipping 5 million units for Q4, which ends on September 30th. This new estimate has Apple targeting 7.4 million iPhones before the holiday season even begins. Not too shabby, if ... continued »

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