Twitter for iPhone is Now Available in the US

May 19, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

The official Twitter client for iPhone is now available in the US App Store.

Discover what’s happening right now, anywhere in the world with the official Twitter for iPhone app. Realtime search, Top Tweets, trending topics and maps show whats happening now everywhere and nearby. Tweet, send DMs, share photos, videos and links to your friends and the world. Read more…

ATT Tethering Spotted in Latest iPhone OS 4.0 Beta

May 19, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

A new configuration page for AT&T Internet Tethering has been spotted in the latest iPhone OS 4.0 beta, according to MacRumors.

The page alerts AT&T customers that in order to set up internet tethering, you need to contact AT&T at 611 or visit AT&T’s website. The new message seems to indicate that AT&T may finally be ready to deliver tethering to U.S. customers.

This could be great news for US customers who have been waiting for tethering capabilities since Apple announced the feature last year.

[Via iclarified.com]

Comcast: Use Your iPad As A Huge Remote

May 17, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

Here’s an interesting demo video from Comcast that features an iPad as a remote control with a few extras. In the demo, Comcast’s Brian Roberts shows how to use the app to search for programming (both TV and On Demand), change channels and even program the Comcast DVR. Pretty neat.
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Yet Another iPhone Prototype Found

May 12, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

The kids at Taoviet have really outdone themselves. From the looks of these images, the Vietnamese site has nabbed an honest to goodness 4th generation iPhone — a 16GB model to be exact. It’s clearly pre-production judging by the XXX placeholders on the backside stamp and likely lacks a bootable OS, just a “Bonfire” test routine. Nevertheless, it looks authentic enough that we expect Apple’s henchmen to be busting down the guy’s door before he pries it open to reveal Apple’s chipset of choice. A few more pics in the gallery. Read more…

A Laser Beam For Your iPhone

May 10, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

A German company has come up with a collection of add-on gadgets for the iPhone that actually do things in the physical world, not just on the screen. Everything from the simple (a thermometer) to the practical (a flashlight) to the cool but slightly freaky (a stethoscope) to the geektacular (an oscilloscope) are available. You need an app to control some of the accessories (like the laser), but many of them just come on when you plug them in. Read more…

iChocolates: Edible iPhone Apps

April 28, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

If you like chocolate, have US$46, and always wanted to eat those app icons on your iPhone, iChocolates are for you.

iChocolates consist of twenty pieces of gourmet chocolate, crafted after the icons of iPhone apps and arranged in an iPhone-like package. Each individual chocolate app is made of organic, extra-dark, 100% cocoa butter chocolate and is hand cut and set by a French chocolate designer. Read more…

iPad A Big Hit With Education

April 25, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

iPads for high school students? Yes, thanks. The Santa Cruz Sentinel reports that Monte Vista Christian School has 60 iPads ready to serve advanced placement students with e-books instead of the clunky old paper variety. The pilot project may expand to more students if all goes well. Read more…

Apple Announces iPad 3G Launch

April 20, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

Apple today announced that the Wi-Fi + 3G models of its iPad will be delivered to US customers who’ve pre-ordered on Friday, April 30, and will be available in Apple retail stores the same day starting at 5:00 p.m. Read more…

Israel Bans and Threatens to Confiscate iPads!!

April 15, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

While iPad shortages are causing delayed shipments on international orders elsewhere, Israel is yet to get the iPad too – but by choice. And the nation is effectively threatening anyone who attempts to purchase or obtain a US version of the device. What’s more, an Israeli who does so will have their tablet confiscated. You see, the Communications Ministry in Israel has blocked the import of iPads to Israel. Read more…

Turn Your iPhone Into Wireless Video Game Controller

April 15, 2010 :: Posted by - SoSly :: Category - News

Do you love playing classic games via emulators on your Mac but hate using the keyboard to control those 8-bit heroes? Joypad is just what you’ve been waiting for. The simple app lets you use your iPod touch or iPhone as a classic joystick controller for game emulators on your Mac. Read more…