iOS 4.3 now requires password for in app purchases
Responding to complaints from parents whose children made expensive in app purchases immediately after downloading a new game, Apple has changed its in app purchase policy to require a password.
News Archives for 03/10/2011
Daniel Eran Dilger
First look: Apple's new GarageBand for iPad, updated iMovie for iOS
Apple on Thursday released the all-new GarageBand for iPad, and updated its iMovie application, adding a new look, new features and compatibility with the iPad 2. AppleInsider offers a first look at the newly released software.
AppleInsider Staff
82% of future tablet buyers say they'll choose Apple's iPad
A new survey shows Apple poised to dominate the tablet market yet again in 2011 with the iPad 2, as 82 percent of future tablet buyers said they would choose Apple's iPad over competing options like the Motorola Xoom and RIM PlayBook.
Katie Marsal
IDC: Apple's iPad took 83% share of tablets shipped in 2010
Contrasting Apple's recent claims that it controls more than 90 percent of the tablet market, research firm IDC revealed on Thursday that the iPad represented 73 percent of shipments in the fourth quarter of 2010, and 83 percent for the entire year.
Sam Oliver
Users report flickering issues with latest Apple TV software update
This week's update for the Apple TV set top box has created new issues and problems for some, as numerous users have reported screen flickering with various high-definition TV sets.
Neil Hughes
Apple will begin taking online iPad 2 orders at 1 a.m. PT, 4 a.m. ET Friday
Apple on Thursday reminded customers that the iPad 2 will go on sale at retail locations at 5 p.m. on Friday, but those who want to purchase from the comfort of their home will be able to order online starting at 1 a.m. Pacific, 4 a.m. Eastern.
Apple shows continued interest in shrinking audio jacks to create thinner devices
Apple's quest to make electronic devices even smaller and thinner continues to be challenged by the size of a standard 3.5mm audio jack, prompting the device maker to explore new methods to shrink the input's footprint, including collapsible ports.
Guided tours of iPad 2 available through Apple promotional videos
Apple has posted to its website several in-depth videos highlighting both old and new features of the iPad 2 in advance of the tablet's U.S. launch on Friday.
Review roundup: Apple's iPad 2 is best tablet yet, but cameras disappoint
The first reviews of the iPad 2 have emerged, declaring Apple's new touchscreen tablet as even farther ahead of its competitors than the original iPad, though some reviewers were disappointed with the image quality of the device's new front- and rear-facing cameras.
Josh Ong
