Whether it’s child porn, GPS or hot casings, the iPhone continues to make news. Here’s our round-up of the latest stories about Apple’s flagship portable device: * Despite some reports, Apple is yet to officially acknowledge any specific problems with the recently-released iPhone 3G S overheating. While it has published some heat-related tips about the […]
With a million units reportedly shipped in its first weekend, there’s no doubting the iPhone 3G S is a hot gadget. Unfortunately it turns out some units are slightly too hot. Several sources, on both sides of the Atlantic, are reporting the device has overheated so badly it actually changes color. French site Le Journal […]
By Jimmy Rogers (@me) Contributing Writer, [GAS] I spied this image on Gizmodo yesterday and it made me laugh. Notice “YouTube:” just you and a tube! “Weather” and “Safari” aren’t too bad either! Somebody clearly put a lot of work into this. Let’s hope getting on the front page of Digg was the payout they […]
When we saw Apple founder Steve Jobs getting skinnier and skinnier and looking a little older than he should, speculation was that he was dying. But now it looks like Jobs’ health may be on the upswing. Although there were some reports of a potential liver transplant back in January, Jobs managed to keep his […]
By Jimmy Rogers (@me) Contributing Writer, [GAS] This week is a very special one in the Apple calendar. On Wednesday Apple allowed the throngs of current iPhone users to upgrade their devices to firmware version 3.0. This long-awaited software package adds some neat new features to the iPhone but, more importantly, lays down the digital […]
Palm has “politely” asked a website to block users discussing how to use its latest smartphone to provide internet access to a computer. It’s a sign of how cautious the firm is to avoid upsetting Sprint, with which it has an exclusive carrier deal. The Palm Pre launched earlier this week to generally strong reviews. […]
Apple has unveiled the new model iPhone, the 3G S, while announcing that the price of the standard 3G model will be dropped to $99. But for most current owners, upgrading to the new model will be an expensive proposition. There are no major shocks in the specifications and features of the new model: as […]
Yesterday, at the WWDC, a new iPhone was announced: the iPhone 3GS! The new unit features tons of cool new features, including an autofocus camera, video recording, and even voice control. Here’s a 10-minute guided tour that will walk you through all the new features.
The best thing about this old Mac ad? Clearly it has to be that guy’s beard… and his dazzling dance moves. You have to admit, these moves are really something!
By Casey Lynn Contributing Writer, [GAS] Most of the issues that I’ve had with the iPhone involved altercations with the carrier, AT&T, but my opinion of the device increased a little today when I discovered an unexpected perk: it’s more durable than I thought. The iPhone below survived being run over by my father’s Chevy […]