News tagged ‘iPad’
Second-Gen iPad Air Rear Shell Appears Online
Several photos showing something what appears to be the second-generation iPad Air rear shell have recently leaked online. According to what a Japanese blog called Macotakara writes, the images have been first spotted on the Chinese Sina Weibo network.
5.5-inch iPhone 6 to Get Faster Processor Than 4.7-inch Handset?
As you probably know, Apple’s 5.5-inch iPhone 6 will differ from the 4.7-inch device. According to the previous reports from several analysts and rumors, the handset will get an optical image stabilization system and a separate NFC chip.
Today a new report from Cowen & Co. analyst Timothy Arcuri appeared online, which suggests that aside from the improvements I’ve mentioned above, the larger iPhone 6 will get a faster processor.
iOS Global Usage Falls - Analysts
According to the latest figures from a research firm Net Applications, the global usage of Apple’s iOS as an operating system has fallen behind Android. Well, of course, the market in terms of the so-called install base has been for months or even years led by Google’s mobile operating system, but this is probably the first time when the guys from Cupertino lost the competitive struggle in terms of the actual user base.
iPhone 6 to Come on October 14th - Rumor
According to the latest reports from people familiar with the matter, the release of Apple’s next-generation iPhone will take place not in September, as it was reported earlier, but on Tuesday, October 14th. Moreover, as noted by one of the company employees, October will be a very busy month for the guys from Cupertino. This indicates that there may be some other product launches. For example, Apple may unveil the long-anticipated iWatch and updated iPad Air and iPad mini.
Microsoft Releases New Anti-Apple Ad, Mocks Siri
Microsoft has recently released a new ad, where company’s virtual assistant Cortana is compared to Apple’s Siri. In the short video we may see how Cortana successfully performs a number of contextually-aware tasks using several popular services. Siri, surprisingly, failed to perform the same task.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
The week has come to an end, that is why I have come up with a list of the most popular posts of the past seven days. Let's take a look at these posts right now.
Mass-Production of 4.7-inch iPhone 6 Started, iPad Assembly to Start in September
According to what several Asian sources write, the production of Apple’s 4.7-inch iPhone 6 has already begun. They also claim that the 5.5-inch model assembly hasn’t started yet, which indicates that the larger smartphone won’t be released in September.
Apple Remains Tablet Market Leader - IDC
Although Apple’s iPad sales continue to decline, the company from Cupertino still remains the leader of the world’s tablet market. As to the other members of the Top 5 rating, they include Samsung, Lenovo, Asus and Acer.
iPad mini to Become 30% Thinner, iPad Pro to Be Released Soon?
According to the latest reports from Asian sources, Apple’s next-generation iPad mini Air will be 30% thinner than the current model. It should be noted, however, that such a rumor has been first spotted in the Taiwan's United Daily News newspaper, so I suggest that you should take it with a few pinches of salt.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
It is Sunday today and this means that I should tell you about the most interesting posts of the past seven days. Let’s take a look at them.
Apple ID Two-Step Verification Available in 48 New Countries
According to the recent reports from reliable sources, Apple expanded its Apple ID two-step verification feature to 48 new countries. Now the users from 59 countries all over the world have an opportunity to set up the two-step authentication on their iPhones and iPads.
Apple to Release 12.9-inch iPad and iWatch Later This Year?
Earlier this year I told you that the guys from Cupertino were working on a new iPad model called iPad Pro. Looks like the development of the 12.9-inch tablet is currently on its most active stage as new rumors suggest that the device will be released in the fourth quarter of 2014.
Apple Launches iPhone and iPad Trade-In Program in Australia
According to the latest reports from people familiar with the matter, Apple has launched the iPhone and iPad trade-in program in Australia today. From now on, any Australian customer can change his old iPhone or iPad in working condition for a discount on a newer device.
iPad May Cause Allergic Rashes in Children
According to the latest report from The Washington Post, Apple’s iPad may cause allergic rashes in children. The report cites an article published in medical journal called Pediatrics not long ago. This article tells us a story of an 11-year-old boy who seems to be allergic to the nickel, which is used to produce the casing of the tablet.
New Anti-Apple Ads from Samsung [Video]
Samsung has released two anti-iPad Air ads. The first one bashes the lack of true multitasking and the so-called ‘Split Screen’ mode on Apple’s tablet and the second one claims that the Samsung Galaxy Tab S’s Super AMOLED display is better than the LCD display of the iPad Air. Both ads are available below, so you can watch them and tell me what do you think in the comments section.