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Christian Bale no longer slated to play Steve Jobs in upcoming Aaron Sorkin movie

Well, it would have been an interesting casting choice. Per The Unofficial Apple Weblog and The Hollywood Reporter, actor Christian Bale has pulled out of the Aaron Sorkin penned Steve Jobs biopic. The report claims that Bale decided to withdraw from the film because he felt he wasn’t right for the role. Sources say Bale, […]

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Rumor: Apple to discontinue iPad mini in favor of larger 12-inch “iPad Pro” model

It’s just a rumor, but it’s got some decent sources behind it. Per AppleInsider and Taiwan’s Economic Daily News, a rumor out of East Asia on Monday claims Apple is looking to wind down iPad mini production in favor of a 12-inch tablet, a response to flagging sales and growing consumer interest in larger-screened devices. […]

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Starwood Hotels launches SPG Keyless entry system for iPhone

As of now, you can officially open your hotel room in a Starwood Hotel with your iPhone. And, come the spring, you’ll be able to do it with your Apple Watch. Per 9to5Mac, Starwood Hotels has officially launched its SPG Keyless service, allowing guests to use their iOS device to open their doors. The boutique […]

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Apple retail exec Ahrendts indicates “spring” launch date for Apple Watch

The latest word is that the Apple Watch will launch next spring. Per 9to5Mac, Apple Senior Vice President of Retail and Online Stores Angela Ahrendts, stated the device’s release timeframe to retail employees in a video message, a transcript of which was provided by a source. While explaining that employees need to conserve energy for […]

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Rumor: Apple designing larger, thinner “iPad Pro” tablet for education market

The new iPads are out. That doesn’t stop the rumor mill speculating about the next generation of the tablets. Per AppleInsider and Macotakara, the latest rumblings surrounding the anticipated release of a larger, education-focused iPad next year suggest the device may touch down with Microsoft’s Surface Pro 3 in its crosshairs, sporting a super-slim form […]