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Two new patents show Apple looking into “shake to print” technology for iOS devices

This could lead to something interesting. Per FreePatentsOnline and AppleInsider, a pair of new patent filings reveal a concept from Apple that would allow users to select custom settings for printing by moving or interacting with an iPhone or iPad in unique ways. The patents, entitled Systems and Methods for Defining Print Settings Using Device […]

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Apple releases iTunes 10.7 update

On Wednesday, Apple released version 10.7 of its iTunes multimedia/jukebox application. The new version, a 165 megabyte download, adds the following fixes and changes: – Adds support for iOS 6 running on compatible iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models. – Also adds support for the latest iPod nano and iPod shuffle models. iTunes 10.7 requires […]

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Rumor: Apple to release 7.85-inch iPad this fall at sub-$499 price point

A rumor’s got to be true on some levels… Per the New York Times, previous rumors have been confirmed saying consumers can expect the as-yet-unannounced iPad to boast a 7.85-inch form factor and cost “significantly less than the latest US$499 iPad” when it debuts later this year. Previous reports from The Wall Street Journal and […]

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Apple patent points towards clip-on iPod nano, iPod shuffle devices with integrated speakers

It’s the patents that make tech interesting. Per freepatentsonline, Apple has shown interest in building a clip-on iPod with the same wearable form factor as the current iPod nano or iPod shuffle, but with a new integrated speaker built directly into the rear clip. The concept was revealed this week in a new patent application […]

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Rumor: Apple to discontinue iPod Classic, Shuffle models this year

The iPod classic and Shuffle models may not be long for this world. Per The Unofficial Apple Weblog, Apple will streamline its iPod range by removing the iPod classic and iPod shuffle from its physical and online stores. The source is apparently not an analyst, who preferred to remain anonymous, stated that the tip isn’t […]