News Archives for 10/2009

First Look: Apple's 27" big screen iMac

Apple has revamped the iMac with a huge, cinematic 16:9 27" screen, fast CPU options, standard wireless keyboard and Magic Mouse, a staggering 16GB RAM capacity, and a new video input feature.

Prince McLean | 14 years ago

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Last chance this year to save an extra 3% on iMacs, white MacBooks

A pair of 3% discount coupons on Apple's new MacBook and iMac product lines are set to expire at midnight tonight, and AppleInsider has been told that they're unlikely to return until sometime next year.

AppleInsider Staff | 14 years ago

Visionary behind Apple's '1984' advertisement steps down

Lee Clow, creator of numerous legendary Apple ads including the iconic "1984" TV spot, has resigned from his position as chief creative officer at TBWA/Media Arts Lab.

AppleInsider Staff | 14 years ago

Flash playback issues reported on Apple's new 27-inch iMacs

Some users of the new 27-inch iMac have expressed issues with the hardware, specifically stuttering when playing back Flash content on Apple's new desktop system.

Slash Lane | 14 years ago

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Apple expands school initiative with Atlanta MacBook program

More than 1,200 students in Atlanta will be equipped with new MacBooks in what is said to be one of the largest Apple school technology rollouts in the U.S.

Katie Marsal | 14 years ago

Apple execs not enthusiastic about 'unattractive' online print market

While rumors have suggested Apple is courting print publications to deliver content on its anticipated tablet device, company executives recently said they see problems with the current business model.

Neil Hughes | 14 years ago

Review: Apple's redesigned, late 2009 13-inch MacBook

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook delivers a lower cost option to the company's MacBook Pro line of aluminum notebooks, while providing a similar unibody construction, much improved display, glass trackpad, and environmentally friendly design.

Prince McLean | 14 years ago

First Look Review: Apple's wireless, multitouch Magic Mouse

Apple has broken its decade-long chain of terrible mouse designs with the new multitouch, wireless Magic Mouse, although its multitouch features are somewhat limited in functionality.

Prince McLean | 14 years ago

Apple's iPhone hits China with high price, without Wi-Fi

The iPhone saw its formal debut in China Friday on carrier China Unicom, with the Wi-Fi-less hardware sold via 2,000 stores at a starting price of 4,999 yuan, or $730.

Sam Oliver | 14 years ago

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iTunes 9.0.2 connects with Apple TV 3.0, kills Palm Pre sync

On the heels of the Apple TV 3.0 software update Thursday, Apple also updated iTunes to version 9.0.2, bringing compatibility with the updated set top box and again nixing sync capabilities with the Palm Pre.

AppleInsider Staff | 14 years ago

Apple releases Apple TV 3.0 software with redesigned interface

Apple on Thursday introduced its new Apple TV 3.0 software, which features a redesigned main menu that makes navigating content simpler and faster, the company says.

AppleInsider Staff | 14 years ago

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Apple investigates media playing headset, shoe wear-out sensor

A string of new patent applications have revealed potentially unique products from Apple, including a MP3 playing headset and a sensor that would detect when a shoe needs to be replaced.

Neil Hughes | 14 years ago

Apple TV 3.0 software update to support iTunes LP, Extras

Apple has updated the iTunes Store Terms and Conditions to reference a forthcoming 3.0 software update for the Apple TV, which will allow viewing of iTunes LP and iTunes Extras content.

Neil Hughes | 14 years ago

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Nintendo profits freefall as iPhone cuts into portable game sales

Japanese game maker Nintendo's profits were cut in half, as sales of its portable Nintendo DS system continue to feel the impact of the iPhone and iPod touch.

Katie Marsal | 14 years ago

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Apple engineers ramp up overseas trips for tablet - report

Apple employees are reportedly taking numerous trips to manufacturing plants in China, including some scheduled during the upcoming holiday season, as the company's long-rumored tablet comes closer to reality.

Sam Oliver | 14 years ago

Apple's first France store to open November 7th - reports

While Apple has yet to make it official, multiple reports are saying that the electronics maker plans to cut the ribbon on its first French retail shop — a flagship location located beside the historic Louvre museum in Paris— on November 7.

Zach Spear | 14 years ago

Google says its navigation will come to iPhone, if Apple approves

Google on Wednesday revealed a free online navigation service that will be a part of its forthcoming Android 2.0 mobile operating system. It could also come to the iPhone, the company said, if given the green light by Apple.

Neil Hughes | 14 years ago

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Mac OS X 10.6.2 to update nearly 150 Snow Leopard components

Apple this week is equipping developers with a new beta of Mac OS X 10.6.2, the second maintenance and security update to the company's new Snow Leopard operating system that will perform upgrades to nearly 150 components.

AppleInsider Staff | 14 years ago

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Apple stores upgrading from Windows-based EasyPay to iPod touch

Multiple sources have noted that Apple will be transitioning its retail store EasyPay handheld checkout systems from Windows-based PDA devices to iPod touch hardware for the 2009 holiday season.

Prince McLean | 14 years ago

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Imaging patent holder that won against Sony, Canon sues Apple

An Michigan company that has been awarded millions of dollars in various lawsuits against major electronics corporations has now taken aim at Apple.

Neil Hughes | 14 years ago

TomTom Car Kit, navigation software will not work with iPod touch

The forthcoming TomTom Car Kit navigation dock will not enable GPS functionality for the corresponding App Store software on the iPod touch and first-generation iPhone.

AppleInsider Staff | 14 years ago

Droid arrives on Verizon Nov. 6 with Google Maps Navigation

Motorola and Verizon hope to slow the momentum of Apple's iPhone with next week's launch of the Motorola Droid phone, which will arrive equipped with a beta version of the new Google Maps Navigation.

Katie Marsal | 14 years ago

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Apple predicted to sacrifice 'sweetheart' AT&T deal for Verizon

If Apple ends its exclusive carrier agreement with AT&T next year, it will likely mark the end of its estimated $450 carrier subsidy for the iPhone, a new analysis has forecast.

Sam Oliver | 14 years ago

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