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Rumor Mill: iPad 2 delay gives Android ‘window of opportunity’ (via FierceWireless)

February 22nd, 2011 | Add a Comment

Rumor Mill: iPad 2 delay gives Android ‘window of opportunity’ – FierceWireless The commercial launch of Apple’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPad 2 may be delayed from April to June due to “production bottlenecks” at Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., which assembles the iPad, according to a research note from Yuanta Securities. … Read entire article »

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AirStash beta adds support for WebDAV and iPad apps (via TUAW)

This is so cool! TUAW — The Unofficial Apple Weblog Not content with effectively adding unlimited storage to your iPhone and iPad, AirStash developer Wearable Inc. is introducing a public beta of the ability to read and write iWork files via WebDAV, making it easier to take your work with you wherever you go. … Read entire article »

Google Voice Number Porting Now Live (via TechCrunch)

This is so cool! Wondering if going through Google Voice is going to affect the quality of the calls or how it will affect minutes for those with tmobile to tmobile unlimited minutes, but still very intriguing. clipped from techcrunch.com Last week, after nearly two years of waiting, Google Voice finally enabled number porting — the highly requested feature that lets you transfer an existing phone number to Google’s powerful telephony service. And then, just as everyone was getting excited, the feature disappeared. But now it’s back.   … Read entire article »

iPad 2 with SD Slot, Higher Res Screen? iPhone 5 To Feature Apple A5 CPU? (via MacStories)

Looks like it is time to start saving up for a new iPad! clipped from www.macstories.net A report posted tonight by Engadget reveals several details of future Apple products scheduled for a 2011 launch, such as the iPad 2, the iPhone 5 and the successor to the second-generation Apple TV. Engadget’s track record with Apple scoops has been very solid, and the details are very interesting.   … Read entire article »

Great Images and Instant Gratification with Eye-Fi’s Direct Mode – THE Mobile Solution

I can’t wait for this upgrade! I just looked at pricing for Shutter Snitch on my iPad and they want $15 for it!This looks great! clipped from www.eye.fi MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., January 4, 2011 — Eye-Fi Inc. (www.eye.fi), makers of the world’s first wireless memory card, today announced Direct Mode at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Leveraging a combination of new technology in Eye-Fi cards and new Eye-Fi mobile apps, Direct Mode enables consumers to bring together the imaging quality of a digital camera and the connectivity of a smartphone or tablet in an unprecedented way. This innovative solution wirelessly connects the camera to the mobile device to provide a seamless experience between … Read entire article »

Confirmed: Personal Hotspot feature coming to all iPhones in iOS 4.3 (via BGR)

This will be pretty cool, but I’m wondering how it will affect the battery life on your phone. clipped from www.bgr.com According to our source, the personal hotspot feature that debuted on the Verizon iPhone yesterday will, in fact, be making its way to all iPhones in iOS 4.3. We’re sure there will need to be carrier support for this feature, and for AT&T users it is entirely possible we might not see this right away. … Read entire article »

Streaming CES: How We Did It (via TechCrunch)

Don’t you just love how far technology has advanced? clipped from techcrunch.com We used a LiveU mobile package provided by our live streaming partner, Ustream. The livepack fits in a custom designed backpack. It takes a firewire input containing video and audio from a camera. We used our Panasonic HVX200a camera and some wireless microphones and a camera LED light. The livepack has 6 data modems and attempts to connect to 3 different mobile phone networks (ATT, Verizon, and Sprint). The signal is put back together by LiveU and then sent to Ustream for live streaming distribution.   … Read entire article »

CES: Verizon readies smart home service for ‘nominal’ fee (via CNet)

How cool is this going to be? clipped from ces.cnet.com With the service, consumers can go to Verizon’s portal and get information on home energy use and set up different modes, such as “home,” “away,” or “night.” From the TV, smart phone, or PC, people can choose one of the settings to adjust the thermostat, security settings, or other networked appliances, such as lights. … Read entire article »

Line2 adds unlimited phone, voicemail and texting to your iDevice for $10 a month (Via TUAW)

As more and more free wifi spots pop up this is gonna be great! clipped from www.tuaw.com Line2 is a tri-mode calling app for your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. It uses data, WiFi or even cellular voice connections to make and receive calls — a first for iPhone. While there’s a 30-day free trial, the service ultimately costs $10 per month. But for that fee you get unlimited calls, unlimited texts and a powerful voicemail system. Check out the gallery for some screenshots of the app in action. … Read entire article »

Skype acquires mobile video sharing startup Qik (via FierceMobileContent)

Skype acquires mobile video sharing startup Qik – FierceMobileContent Qik’s platform enables consumers to capture and share video across mobile devices, the web and the desktop–content can be shared in real time or archived. The Qik solution extends across more than 200 mobile phones spanning the iOS, Android, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile and Symbian operating systems; in addition, Qik comes preloaded on a series of devices via partnerships with multiple manufacturers and mobile operators. … Read entire article »