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Apple confirms traveling camera vans part of Maps data collection effort

Apple has confirmed that that camera-laden van driving around your town is part of a Maps project, not a self-driving car project. The company is even listing when the vans will be in specific areas. Apple now has a webpage showing where its Maps vans will be between June 15 and June 30, which includes […]

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2011 MacBook Pro class action suit gains steam, accuses Apple of hiding defects

If you were irked about the graphics card on your 2011 MacBook Pro going belly up, you’re not alone. Per AppleInsider, a complaint has been sent out to members of the class action suit against Apple to members of the suit, the law firm of Whitfield, Bryson & Mason LLP revealed that its complaint now […]

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Users levy class action law suit against Apple for mid-2011 MacBook Pro GPU failures

If the GPU on your mid-2011 MacBook Pro failed and you wound up picking up the cost of replacing it, there may be some legal recourse that could help you out. Per AppleInsider, a long-running issue with owners of Apple’s 2011 series of MacBook Pros has resulted in a class-action lawsuit, seeking compensation for apparent […]

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AT&T expands coverage to 11 new cities, many in southeastern United States

It’s never a bad thing when a wireless network expands. Per AppleInsider, AT&T has announced the expansion of its 4G LTE network to 11 more markets, and the carrier has improved service in two other markets, meaning iPhone owners in those locales will see greatly increased speeds. Much of the expanded LTE service is in […]

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iPhone 5s, 5c to come to additional U.S. regional carriers on October 1st

The iPhone’s regional support and overall availability in the U.S. is about to become a bit more robust. Per AppleInsider, Apple’s new flagship iPhone 5s and mid-range iPhone 5c will become available on eight regional wireless carriers in U.S. beginning Oct. 1, including C Spire, Cellcom, and Bluegrass. The new iPhones may get slightly easier […]