Archive | June, 2009

What?! Dunkin’ Donuts’ iPhone app?

Posted on 23 June 2009 by

Yeah. Dunkin’ Donuts have released Dunkin’ Run [iTunes link], a free app for the iPhone and iPod touch, allowing their customers to make group orders. "Do you and your friends need to fuel up with Dunkin' Donuts coffee? Be the hero," their companion website says. continued »

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iPhone 3GS blows away iPhone 3G in 3D

Posted on 23 June 2009 by

How fast the iPhone 3GS's 3D graphics capabilities? Based on Daniel Pasco's some OpenGL ES speed test results for plasma on iPhone 3GS and an iPod touch, then John Casasanta, posted a few comparisons in 3D capabilities on iPhone 3G and 3GS. The result is: The 3GS is close to four times faster than the 3G! continued »

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The Dev Team release Ultrasn0w for iPhone 3G

Posted on 23 June 2009 by

It's the latest news from the iPhone Dev Team: they have released their latest tool, Ultrasn0w, which unlocks the iPhone 3G for use with any carrier. And it also works in conjunction with the Team’s Redsn0w app, which is first used to jailbreak the iPhone 3G, and can unlock the latest iPhone OS 3.0 software. However, Ultrasn0w does not work ... continued »

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Apple sells 1M iPhone 3GS in first three days

Posted on 22 June 2009 by

Apple have announced they have sold over one million iPhone 3GS through Sunday, June 21st --the third day after its launch. Meanwhile six million users have downloaded iPhone OS 3.0 in the five days since it was released on Wednesday last week. continued »

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Gaming accessories headed to iPhone!

Posted on 21 June 2009 by

With the release of iPhone 3.0 firmware, there is a possibility of iPhone and iPod Touch gaming accessories like virtual control pads, steering wheels and more, coming to our hand. Yes, because the iPod Touch software update page clearly mentions about "Third-party Game Accessories"! continued »

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$30 iTunes credit for iPhone 3GS activation delays

Posted on 21 June 2009 by

Apple is offering an apologetic $30 iTunes credit for the activation delays for iPhone 3GS. The credit itself will be available on Monday, Apple says. Full text after the break! continued »

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Microsoft subsidizes iPhone 3GS

Posted on 21 June 2009 by

When Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said that "there's no chance that the iPhone is going to get any significant market share," no one would have imagined that Redmond-based compay would lend a hand one day --like now. continued »

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Again, Apple hit with iPhone activation issues

Posted on 21 June 2009 by

Following the iPhone 3GS day of June 19, Apple servers are struggling to cope with the demand for activation of the newly released iPhone. The issue recalls similar problems Apple had with the release of the iPhone 3G last year. continued »

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iPhone OS 3.0 tethering, MMS hack released

Posted on 21 June 2009 by

As we know, iPhone OS 3.0 allows you to tether your iPhone's 3G connection to your laptop, or other mobile gadgets online while on the move. AT&T don't officially support it so far, while others like O2 in the UK will offer it but of course with an extra data plan. continued »

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iPhone 3G S: hands-on first impressions

Posted on 19 June 2009 by

It's here.  The iPhone 3G S, the latest smartphone to carry the Apple crown, has arrived, and while the queues outside stores may not be quite as impressive as last year, that doesn't mean the handset itself disappoints.  We joined Apple at their flagship store in New York City this morning to pick up the new iPhone 3G S; read ... continued »

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Apple iPhone 3G S officially launches!

Posted on 19 June 2009 by

June 19th can only mean one thing: it's iPhone 3G S day. We've been in New York City this morning to check out the queues and crowds outside Apple's 5th Avenue flagship store.  The lines may be less impressive than in previous years, but we've a feeling that's down to many people pre-ordering for home delivery.  Apple changed their tactics for ... continued »

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Australia gets iPhone 3GS in July!

Posted on 17 June 2009 by

iPhone 3GS will be in 3 Stores in July, according to MacTalk forum members. How lucky the Australians! They have 5 players (Vodafone, Optus, Telstra, Virgin, Three) now for the iPhone. continued »

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