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iOS 7 phases out the iPhone 3GS and the original iPad; some features will be iPhone 5 only

by Yoni Heisler (Jun 10th, 2013)

Apple on Monday took the wraps off of iOS 7, its highly anticipated next-gen mobile OS for the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Apple said that iOS 7 will be available as a free download this fall and will run on the following devices: iPhone 4 and above iPad 2 and above iPad mini iPod touch, ...

Just in time for Father's Day: Waterfield Designs Finn Wallet

by Steven Sande (Jun 8th, 2013)

Waterfield Designs makes some of the nicest computer, tablet, and smartphone accessories out there, and by nice I mean customizable, good-looking, and durable. I've had a Waterfield Designs iPad Travel Express bag for about three years now, dragged it all over the world, and it still looks like it ...

Mophie Juice Pack Plus for iPhone 5 hands-on, plus a giveaway

by Steven Sande (Jun 6th, 2013)

Finally we've received the third in the Mophie Juice Pack trilogy. First, it was the slender and lightweight Juice Pack Helium (US$79.95). Next, it was the classic Juice Pack Air ($99.95). Now Mophie has filled out the Juice Pack family with the ultra-big-capacity Juice Pack Plus for iPhone 5 ...

Apple offering in-store iPhone 5 display replacements for $149

by Yoni Heisler (Jun 4th, 2013)

MacRumors is reporting that Apple this week began repairing iPhone 5 screens in its retail stores for US$149. The move is significant not only because Apple retail stores are prevalent and easy to find, but also because the price point isn't outrageous. In fact, you might even say that it's a ...

Belkin Grip Battery Case for iPhone 5: a colorful way to stay charged up

by Steven Sande (Jun 4th, 2013)

In the world of iPhone battery cases, Mophie seems to have the majority of the mindshare and market with their line of Juice Packs. That may change in the near future, as accessory manufacturer Belkin has just announced the Grip Battery Case for iPhone 5 (US$99.99). The Grip packs a lot of extra ...

AT&T rolls out expanded 4G LTE coverage to 16 US markets

by Steven Sande (May 29th, 2013)

AT&T customers scattered around the US have something to be happy about today -- 4G LTE coverage was just switched on several market areas. The company announced that the following markets can now access the 4G LTE network with their iPhone 5s, LTE-compatible iPads or iPad minis and other ...

Apple runs new iPhone ad, dubbed "Music Every Day"

by Yoni Heisler (May 24th, 2013)

Apple on Thursday evening began running a new iPhone 5 ad titled "Music Every Day." The ad shows iPhone users in a variety of environments using music on the iPhone for inspiration, fun, work and as a means to bond with friends. "Every day," the narration reads, "more people enjoy their music on ...

Element Case Sector 5 Black Ops Elite: The tactical case for your iPhone 5

by Steven Sande (May 23rd, 2013)

Element Case is one of the few iPhone case manufacturers we talk to on a regular basis that continues to innovate with impressive designs that are entirely different from the mainstream. Whether it's their wood, aluminum and leather Ronin or the original Sector 5 case, you can be certain that an ...

iOS 6.1.4 update appears for iPhone 5

by Steven Sande (May 2nd, 2013)

A somewhat unexpected iOS update showed up this afternoon for iPhone 5 owners. iOS 6.1.4 is a small update at 11.5 MB and the release note shows that it provides an updated audio profile for the speakerphone. The build number is 10B350 for those who keep track of such things. No developer beta of ...

Ballistic's new Aspira case line for iPhone 5

by Steven Sande (Apr 29th, 2013)

This will be a rather quick review, not just because silicone iPhone 5 cases are quite commonplace, but because there are mainly just good things to say about these new cases from Ballistic Case. They're all members of the Ballistic Case Aspira series for the iPhone 5 (US$34.99), and three ...

AAPL drops below $400 briefly; Cirrus Logic inventory numbers blamed

by John-Michael Bond (Apr 17th, 2013)

Apple Inc. (AAPL) stock fell to its lowest price since December 2011 today following a report from Cirrus Logic, a producer of chips used in the iPhone and iPad, that it was dealing with an inventory surplus. Cirrus Logic said one of its customers is moving to a newer component causing the ...

T-Mobile kicks off iPhone 5 sales today, celebrates with new ad

by Kelly Hodgkins (Apr 12th, 2013)

T-Mobile is now selling the iPhone 5 and some stores are seeing lines for the Apple smartphone, says a report in TechCrunch. Lines were forming in Washington, New York City and other locations. The iPhone is available on T-Mobile with a low US$99 up-front payment and a 24-month payment plan. ...

T-Mobile announce iPhone trade-in offer for iPhone 4 and 4S users

by Michael Grothaus (Apr 10th, 2013)

T-Mobile has announced a trade-in offer for iPhone 4 and 4S users ahead of this Friday's T-Mobile iPhone 5 launch. The offer begins today and lasts through Father's Day on June 16th. Anyone wishing to switch to an iPhone 5 on T-Mobile can bring in their iPhone 4 or iPhone 4S and receive a 16 GB ...

T-Mobile preorders for iPhone 5 kick off today

by Michael Rose (Apr 5th, 2013)

Ready to think pink? Scrappy fourth-place US cell carrier T-Mobile is eager to serve; the company's pre-order run for the iPhone 5 has launched today. Phones will ship to customers on April 12. Last week, Engadget confirmed that the T-Mobile model of the iPhone 5 -- which will be available ...

AT&T to roll out support for HD Voice later this year

by Yoni Heisler (Apr 2nd, 2013)

When Apple introduced the iPhone 5, Apple's Senior VP of Marketing Phil Schiller explained that Apple updated the iPhone 5's entire audio system. In addition to the inclusion of three microphones and an improved speaker design, Schiller also boasted that the iPhone 5 featured a technology ...