Court response defends new Apple mobile hire's jump from IBM

Apple's contentious decision to hire a former IBM executive has been explained by the iPhone and iPod maker — and the new recruit himself — as a carefully thought-out decision that doesn't run afoul of earlier agreements.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 14

iPhone 2.2 screenshots reveal direct podcast download interface

A series of screenshots from Apple's latest iPhone 2.2 beta have leaked on the web, revealing a new interface for downloading podcasts over wireless networks and a more polished version of the handset's App Store application.

Sam Oliver 17 years ago 72

Alleged iPhone 2.2 leak shows direct podcast downoads

An apparent new slip from Apple's upcoming iPhone firmware update shows the device gaining a long requested ability to download podcasts directly from the device instead of relying on an iTunes sync.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 54

Next iPhone software update to deliver Safari, App Store tweaks

Apple last week began testing iPhone Software v2.2 beta 1, the next software update for the iPhone and iPod touch that will deliver, among other things, subtle interface changes to Safari and a new version of the company's App Store application.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 71

Apple launches iPhone Developer University Program

Apple has recently released details of a new program designed for higher education institutions looking to introduce curriculum for developing iPhone or iPod touch applications.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 19

Apple cuts off unofficial avenue for rebuffed iPhone apps

After an iPhone app developer successfully discovered a workaround for being turned down at the App Store in iTunes, Apple has cracked down and barred an unofficial method as well, potentially raising an anti-competition dispute.

Katie Marsal 17 years ago 136

Review: Apple's second-generation iPod touch

The 2008 iPod touch inches closer to the iPhone line while retaining its iPod branding. It gets new audio input and recording features, volume controls, a speaker, and a full assortment of bundled apps, including Nike+ support.

Prince McLean 17 years ago 93

iPhone 2.1 jailbroken with end run around iTunes 8 defenses

The well-known iPhone Dev Team has already managed to jailbreak the 2.1 firmware for iPhones and iPod touch, all the while without requiring tricks to circumvent new anti-hacking provisions in iTunes 8.

Aidan Malley 17 years ago 116

High-quality unboxing photos of Apple's second-gen iPod touch

The new second generation iPod touch is not only thinner itself, with a rounded, polished aluminum back, but it also ships in a simpler, smaller case as well, just like the Nano. It also introduces Genius playlist creation, audio recording features when used with a mic, and a built in Nike+ iPod receiver.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 44

New iPod touch, iPod nano gutted in disassembly photos

Both Apple's second-generation iPod touch and fourth-generation iPod nano are expected to be widely available at Apple Retail stores today. The folks at iFixIt have already snagged one of each, tore them down, and weighed in with some observations.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 21

iPod touch price cuts 'may not be enough' given conditions

Across the board price cuts announced by Apple on its iPod touch line of digital media players are "nice," but may not be sharp enough to drive a sales surge given economic conditions and the more aggressively priced iPhone 3G, according to one Wall Street analyst.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 128

iPod 2.1 offers promise for Friday's 'big' iPhone software update

Apple on Friday will unleash iPhone Software v2.1, a major bug fix release for all iPhone owners that will include a number of other improvements that iPod touch users are discovering as part of yesterday's similarly number iPod touch update.

Slash Lane 17 years ago 92

Notes on iTunes biz, App Store, iPod biz, Jobs, new iPod hands-on

Apple today provide updates to some key statistics surrounding its music business and the App Store. Jobs later appeared on CNBC to address concerns about his health (again). And the first hands-on encounters with the company's new iPod line touch on some finer details of the new iPod touch, its Nike+ integration, and the fourth-generation iPod nano.

Sam Oliver 17 years ago 36

Apple's second-gen iPod touch features contoured metal design

At its "Let's Rock" even on Tuesday, Apple introduced the second generation iPod touch featuring a thin contoured metal design, integrated volume control buttons, a built-in speaker for casual listening, and more.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 70

Last minute: iPod nano with sensor, iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod shuffle

Apple will announce later today an entire refresh to its iPod family of digital media players, including an iPod nano with some form of motion sensor, AppleInsider has been told.

AppleInsider Staff 17 years ago 144

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