SlingPlayer 1.1 for iPhone will provide true 16:9 widescreen s , Slingbox owners with DISH Network can now navigate using a touch-supported native browser, instead of pushing through the TV-standard browsing screen being streamed in reports engadget.
Softbank has released a Voice translation tool for iPhone. Speeek, is a voice-enabled electronic dictionary application that translates Japanese to English or Chinese.
Here is the iPhone ELITE born by Mat Brady . Brady wants to drop his Nokia N95 but the iPhone needs a physical keyboard, a good camera, more storage for him to consider it.
MacRumors reports that the iPhone Nano picture is "consistent with previously released case designs for the rumored device."
It seems the "iPhone Nano" is the rumor that is going take the spotlight ahead of this year's Macworld, and while MacRumors is publishing these photos and rumors, we have some serious doubts about the likelihood of such a device.
Griffin Technology, will offer an assortment of chic, protective cases for Apple's new iPhone 3G, to be timed with iPhone's July 11th release next month.
New styles of Griffin's cases for iPhone 3G include the already popular Wave, Nu Form, Elan Form and Elan Clip cases, with more to be available soon.
Apple® has introduced the new iPhone™ 3G, combining all the revolutionary features of iPhone with 3G networking that is twice as fast* as the first generation iPhone, built-in GPS for expanded location based mobile services, and iPhone 2.0 software which includes support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync and runs the hundreds of third party applications already built with the recently released iPhone SDK.
In the US the new iPhone 3G is priced at a stunning $199 for the 8GB model, and just $299 for the 16GB model.** iPhone 3G will be available in more than 70 countries later this year, beginning with customer availability in 22 countries--Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK and the US--on July 1
"Just one year after launching the iPhone, we're launching the new iPhone 3G that is twice as fast at half the price," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. " iPhone 3G supports Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync right out of the box, runs the incredible third party apps created with the iPhone SDK, and will be available in more than 70 countries around the world this year."
iPhone 3G gives users ever faster access to the Internet and email over their cellular network with quad-band GSM and tri-band HSDPA for voice and data connectivity around the world. iPhone 3G supports Wi-Fi, 3G and EDGE networks and automatically switches between them to ensure the fastest possible download speeds. The new iPhone 3G also makes it easier to multi-task with simultaneous voice and data communications, so with iPhone 3G you can browse the web, get map directions, or check your email while you are on a call.
iPhone 3G includes the new iPhone 2.0 software with both the iPhone SDK and key enterprise features such as support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync to provide over-the-air push email, contact and calendar syncing as well as remote wipe and Cisco IPsec VPN for encrypted access to corporate networks. The iPhone SDK allows developers to create amazing applications that leverage the iPhone's groundbreaking Multi-Touch™ user interface, animation technology, accelerometer and GPS technology on the world's most advanced mobile platform.
iPhone 3G includes the new App Store, providing iPhone users with native applications in a variety of categories including games, business, news, sports, health, reference and travel. The App Store on iPhone works over cellular networks and Wi-Fi, which means it is accessible from just about anywhere, so you can purchase and download applications wirelessly and start using them instantly. Some applications are even free and the App Store notifies you when application updates are available. The App Store will be available in 62 countries at launch.
Additional features available with the iPhone 2.0 software include the ability to do real-time mapping and track your progress with GPS technology, mass move and delete multiple email messages, search for contacts, access a new scientific calculator, turn on parental control restrictions for specified content, save images directly from a web page or email them to your iPhone and easily transfer them back to your photo library on your Mac® or PC. iPhone 3G delivers an amazing 10 hours of talk time on 2G networks and 5 hours using 3G, with up to 5 to 6 hours of web browsing, up to 7 hours for video playback and up to 24 hours for audio playback.
iPhone 3G takes advantage of MobileMe™, a new Internet service that pushes email, contacts, and calendars from an online "cloud" to native applications on iPhone, iPod® touch, Macs and PCs. With MobileMe email, messages are pushed instantly to iPhone, removing the need to manually check email and wait for downloads, and push keeps contacts and calendars continuously up-to-date so changes made on one device are automatically updated on other devices. With iPhone, you can even snap a photo and post it directly to a MobileMe Gallery to share with friends and family.
iPhone 3G will be available in the US on July 11 for a suggested retail price of $199 (US) for the 8GB model and $299 (US) for the 16GB model in both Apple and AT&T's retail stores and requires a new two year contract with AT&T for qualifying customers. iPhone 2.0 software will be available on July 11 as a free software update via iTunes® 7.7 or later for all iPhone customers. For further information about iPhone 3G pricing and availability in the US and internationally, visit www.apple.com/iphone.
*Based on 3G and EDGE testing. Actual speeds vary by site conditions.
**Based on iPhone 3G (8GB) and first generation iPhone (8GB) purchases. Requires new two year AT&T rate plan, sold separately.
With the upcoming launch of iPhone 2.0 around the corner, everyone is speculating on the aesthetics T3, shares an image from Phone case maker XSKN that could be revealing the iPhone 3G.
According toGizmodo, Apple will launch their 3G iPhone at the WWDC Keynote on June 9th. The second-generation iPhone will be available worldwide right after the launch.
The 3G iPhone will no longer be available at a fixed price point--at least in some countries, and its launch will also bring new sales policies.
With the new non-exclusive iPhone deals , Apple has inked with wireless carriers in Asia, India, Italy, Australia, Singapore and Canada, analysts speculate Apple will reach its 10 million iphone global goal.
A complaint filed Massachusetts accuses Apple of violating a patent for a basic call display system reports AppleInsider.
Romek Figa, claims that "certain Apple telephones" use technology at the heart of a 1990 patent that describes a system which displays both the phone number of an inbound call.
O2 will launch Apple's iPhone in Ireland on March 14. €399 for the 8GB model and €499 for 16GB. Contracts start at 175 minutes a month with 1GB of data transfer.
With Apple's next event scheduled for March 6th, gossips are speculating about what is due. Apple gives this much "iPhone software roadmap" and "exciting new enterprise features."
Apple's iPhone now comes in a new 16GB model for $499. It joins the 8GB model for $399. And the iPod touch now comes in a new 32GB model for $499. It joins the 16GB and 8GB models for $399 and $299, respectively.
Here is Griffin's PowerDock aimed at charging your multiple iPods in one go. The device for iPod and iPhone can accommodate up to four devices at a time. Pricing and availability information has not yet been released.
Sound Machine, is a pretty dock for the iPhone created by a company called Audio Jibe.
Robert Brunner, one of the Apple design folk between 1989 and 1996 heads Audio Jibe.The Sound Machine communicates with an iPhone via Bluetooth, but it also plays back DVDs and hooks up to Internet radio stations with Wi-Fi. Launches next year Gizmodo reports
Colorware gives users options of over 29 shades for your Apple phone. The price: $150 for existing iPhone users, or $650 / $750 if you buy a 4GB / 8GB new from them.
Reuters is reporting on a a JP Morgan report that claims Apple will launch a cheaper version of the iPhone in the fourth quarter based on the ultra-slim iPod Nano music player.
Kevin Chang, a JP Morgan analyst based in Taiwan, cited people in the supply channel that he did not name and an application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark office for his report.
Apple filed a patent application document that refers to a multifunctional handheld device with a circular touch pad control, similar to the Nano’s scroll wheel.
An error? by Amazon uk has revealed that the iPhone will be launched in the UK on December 1st . The iPhone's price and date for the UK, reportedly appeared on the retail giant for a few moments
Apple has revealed new details on the steamy iPhone. iPhone's battery offers 8 hours of talk time, - 7 hours of video playback or 24 hours of audio playback.
It will also feature up to 250 hours (more than 10 days) of standby time. Apple also announced that it has upgraded the entire top surface of iPhone, including its stunning 3.5-inch display, from plastic to optical-quality glass to achieve a superior level of scratch resistance and optical clarity.
Apple has admitted that the Apple iPhone will not support Adobe's Flash plug-in in Safari. David Pogue had reported that Steve Jobs made comments that we might see Flash in iPhone
Markoff: “Flash [in the iPhone]?”
Jobs: “Well, you might see that.”
As Youtube converts more video to the H.264 codec, gossips believe the online video giant is preparing for the iPhone video demand. The iPhone supports H.264, as do iPods reports Gizmodo.
Solutions Research Group srgnet.com (pdf) ran an online survey of American consumers asking for if they would stand on line for the steamy iPhone - results.
Merrill Lynch, predicts, Apple Inc. will ship four million iPhones in 2007, followed by 12 million in 2008. Merrill Lynch warns that component suppliers for the iPhone are unlikely to see a boost in their revenues in the short-term, but in the long-term, the iPhone may help drive demand for higher-end handsets which should help suppliers.
According to a recent report from In-Stat, despite a rapid increase in the number of multimedia-capable phones, US wireless subscribers have not yet been persuaded to take advantage of these capabilities. However, if Apple can deliver on the hype, it would changes the underlying dynamics of the market, and may give a significant boost to all wireless carriers.
Earlier reports claimed that Apple's iphone would skip third party applications. In a chat with Walt Mossberg, Steve Jobs was asked about the openness of the iPhone
"This is an important tradeoff between security and openness. We want both. ... we'll find a way to let 3rd parties write apps and still preserve security on the iPhone. But until we find that way we can't compromise the security of the phone. ... I've used 3rd party apps... the more you add, the more your phone crashes. No one's perfect, and we'd sure like our phone not to crash once a day. If you can just be a little more patient with us I think everyone can get what they want."
iPhone features a 2-megapixel camera and a photo management application that goes far beyond anything on a phone today. Sync photos from your PC or Mac, and you’re ready to browse or email them with the flick of a finger.
Engadget mobile has an internal AT&T iPhone Q&A document, not much revealed but hey its about the iPhone.
Highlights
* With an iPhone you'll have access to Cingular's MyAccount via the device as well as via iTunes.
* There will be iPhone specific service plans.
* "... no subsidies are being offered on the phone at this time."
* They will "allow" out of contract customers to sign up for two more years to get an iPhone.
Apple plans to gradually add new software features and applications to its iPhone and Apple TV products free of charge, providing its customers with the "greatest possible experience."
"We are taking this bold step to leverage what we do best," chief financial officer Peter Oppenheimer said during a conference call with analysts and members of the media. He added that some of the new iPhone applications will be brand new.
Oppenheimer implied that the new features and applications would be made available through automatic software updates to both iPhone and Apple TV.
To pay for the features, Apple will document iPhone and Apple TV income through a subscription based accounting model, in which income will be distributed over a 24-month period. Payments from AT&T/Cingular will be reported on a quarterly basis.
Our source also confirmed from Foxconn/Hon Hai that "it does not look feasible that Apple will be able to ship units out in May to make the shipping date in the US (June), so expect units to trickle by end of June or early July." I'm not a fan of "trickling" myself, although I can't deny that it wasn't fully expected—this is Apple we're talking about here, after all. So what are we talking, in terms of availability? "It is doubtful they will have enough units on hand to meet the demand."
Microsoft's Asia-Pacific chief, Chris Sorenson has slammed Apple's iPhone as 'irrelevant'.
"It's a great music phone, and I'm sure it will be fantastic and have an interesting user interface," Microsoft's Asia-Pacific head of smartphone strategy Chris Sorenson told press during a recent visit to Australia.
"However, it's a closed device that you cannot install applications on, and there's no support for Office documents. If you're an enterprise and want to roll out line of business applications, it's just not an option. Even using it as a heavy messaging device will be a challenge," the executive added.
Tech analyst Shaw Wu believes Vodafone will be the European carrier for Apple's iPhone .
Wu cites Vodafone's 200 million subscribers across the continent, plus their broad coverage and investment in new technology as the reason for his claim.
American Technology analyst Shaw Wu citing sources indicate that a mail-in rebate or carrier subsidy for iPhone of $50-150 is under serious consideration by the Cupertino-based electronics firm.
"We are hearing rebates of $50-150 that will be offered by AT&T to lower the price points for iPhone (currently $499 for 4 GB and $599 for 8 GB) and to entice customers to sign longer term voice and data contracts," the analyst wrote. "From AT&T's perspective, a rebate is a great marketing tool and small sacrifice to make to entice a customer to sign up for 2-year voice and data cell phone plans that cost about $75-100 per month (before taxes and fees), meaning $1800-2400 in 'guaranteed' bi-annual revenue."
Within the iPhone nearing its release date, Chinese manufacturers are getting in early on the iPhone accessories market. These two iPhone cases were spotted at the Hong Kong Electronics and Components Fair looking for distribution.
Analyst firm, Visiongain, has prompted renewed excitement over much-anticipated iPhone, after the company said that Apple might team up with mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) Helio and release the iPhone in conjunction with Helio's US launch.
Helio, the $440 million venture between Earthlink and Korean based SK Telecom, will launch with two handsets, the Hero made by Pantech and the Kickflick by VK Mobile.
Pam Duffey an analyst at Visiongain speculated that: 'There exists a relationship between Apple and Helio management that goes back to the ROKR iTunes phone, and Helio has declared a target audience identical to iPod's existing market.'
Apple Computer Inc. has filed to trademark the phrase "Mobile Me" for use in a wide range of businesses, furthering speculation it could introduce an iPod phone.
"We believe this is further indication of (Apple's) strategic direction to extend its iPod + iTunes and Mac franchises into new business areas including smart phones, value-added mobile content services, and the broader consumer electronics space," American Technology Research analyst Shaw Wu wrote in a note on Thursday.
The areas that the trademark covers include computing devices, mobile devices, and mobile services including digital music, video, games, e-mail, and messaging across Internet, intranets, extranets, television, cellular, and satellite networks, the filing shows reports Reuters
The Apple iPhone rumor, is still alive and kicking hard, the latest injection comes from Gene Munster of Piper Jaffray. Gene Munster raised his price target on Apple Computer in anticipation of continued iPod and Mac innovations and a possible "iPhone" in the next 12 to 18 months reports Forbes Magazine
"Despite a lack of hints from the company, we believe it is useful to hypothesize on new initiatives Apple may have in the works and take a look at which initiatives, if any, make sense for the company," said Munster. "We believe Apple has a foundation in place to be the hub for consumer digital media."
Munster predicts Apple will launch an Apple-branded "iPhone" with iTunes capabilites, and, five years down the line, a terabyte iPod that will offer massive storage and wireless capabilities and become a "portable coffee-table media center."
Analysts are speculating, that Apple Computer may introduce its own cellphone iPod combination, dubbed the "iPhone," designed by Apple from the ground up. First, though, analysts say Apple will want to see how well the Motorola ROKR E1 phone does reports Reuters.
"Given Apple just did this with Motorola and Cingular, I can't see anything short term," said Tim Bajarin, an analyst with market research firm Creative Strategies. "They have to let this thing play out and see if the Motorola phone can be successful on its own."
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