iPhone http://www.computers.net/taxonomy/term/36/atom/feed 2008-04-22T07:26:50-04:00 New 3G iPhone Officially Launched http://www.computers.net/content/new-3g-iphone-officially-launched 2008-06-10T07:12:48-04:00 2008-06-10T07:12:48-04:00 Computers Apple has officially launched the new iPhone 3G after weeks of speculation.

The company says that the new device is a combination of the existing iPhone and the networking powers of 3G, which it claims is "twice as fast at half the price ".

Apple announced that the new iPhone will be priced at $199 for the 8GB model, with the 16GB version available for $299.

The new software integrated into the iPhone 3G will provide users with faster access to the internet via quad-band GSM and tri-band HSDPA, according to the company.

Steve Jobs, chief executive of Apple, said: "iPhone 3G supports Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync right out of the box, runs the incredible third party apps created with the iPhone SDK, and will be available in more than 70 countries around the world this year."

Apple also announced that over 250,000 developers have downloaded its iPhone Software Development Kit since its launch at the beginning of March.

]]> Apple Expected to Announce New iPhone http://www.computers.net/content/apple-expected-announce-new-iphone 2008-06-09T11:38:44-04:00 2008-06-09T11:38:44-04:00 Computers Apple is expected to announce the arrival of the new iPhone at its developer conference.
The company's chief executive, Steve Jobs, is likely to reveal the product at the exhibition in San Francisco which runs from June 9th-13th, according to the Los Angeles Times.
The newspaper reports that industry analysts believe that the future of the company may depend on the success of the new device.
How successful the new iPhone is could depend on the price upon release, with rumors circulating that Apple may cut the price to improve sales.

]]> Future iPhone Discounts on the Horizon? http://www.computers.net/content/future-iphone-discounts-horizon 2008-05-27T13:52:22-04:00 2008-05-27T13:52:22-04:00 Computers It is claimed that iPhone owners in France are being offered discounts on a future 3G handset.
French magazine PC INpact says that customers with phone company Orange could potentially trade in their existing model and pay a €50 upgrade fee.
An alternative deal is claimed to involve owners keeping their existing iPhone but getting a "generous subsidy" from the company.
Both Orange and Apple have yet to respond to the magazine's claims.

]]> Refurbished iPhones Contain Previous User's Data http://www.computers.net/content/refurbished-iphones-contain-previous-users-data 2008-05-22T15:44:58-04:00 2008-05-22T15:44:58-04:00 Computers Consumers are being warned about selling a refurbished iPhone due to data protection fears.
Website engadget.com has found that the restore feature on the phone may not in reality wipe all the personal data. The reset option was originally designed to remove existing personal data and restore the device to its initial factory settings.
It reports that the contents of the flash are not erased, meaning that "data is available to anyone with the proper tools until it is overwritten".

]]> iPhone Sells for $6,000 http://www.computers.net/content/iphone-sells-6000 2008-05-22T08:45:40-04:00 2008-05-22T08:45:40-04:00 Computers An exclusive iPhone has sold for $6,000 on eBay.

The 24-carat gold plated iPhone sold after a three day auction, reports vnunet.com. The device was electroplated in pure gold.

It was sold unlocked, so the purchaser can use the phone on any network, however Apple has previously shut down unlocked iPhones via software updates.

The auction advert for the phone said: "Two layers of protection are used to keep the 24-carat gold plated housing in excellent condition for the lifetime of your iPhone.

]]> Napster Challenges iTunes with New Larger Store http://www.computers.net/content/napster-challenges-itunes-with-new-larger-store 2008-05-20T10:13:02-04:00 2008-05-20T10:13:02-04:00 Computers Napster has launched the world's largest MP3 store with tracks now compatible with the iPod and iPhone.

The new download store is more than 50 per cent larger than any other MP3 store, according to the company, and all sales in the US will be in the DRM-free MP3 format.

Napster's new shop is in direct competition with Apple's market leading iTunes store and will offer a larger number of songs without copy protection or digital rights management than its competitors.

Visitors to the store can subscribe to Napster's on demand streaming subscription service, which is web-based with no need to download software.

Chris Gorog, chief executive of Napster, said that music fans want to find both major label artists and independent music all in one place.

"Our new MP3 store, together with our award-winning all-you-can-eat music subscription service, provides the most comprehensive and exciting music experience available," added Mr Gorog.

Napster created a stir of controversy in its early existence as a peer-to-peer file sharing network when Metallica found that its entire back catalog was freely available on the site and filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against the company.

]]> Apple iPhone Out of Stock http://www.computers.net/content/apple-iphone-out-stock 2008-05-12T08:47:14-04:00 2008-05-12T08:47:14-04:00 Computers Apple's sales representatives have said that the iPhone is out of stock "company wide".
Computerworld claims that neither US nor UK online stores currently have iPhones available for sale and the shortages have fueled the rumors that a next-generation 3G model will be released shortly.
According to the publication, four retail stores it contacted said that the device is unavailable. One salesman said that "the iPhone is sold out company-wide". Devices on the on-line stores carry the message "currently unavailable".

]]> Charge Your iPod 'as You Use It' http://www.computers.net/content/charge-your-ipod-you-use-it 2008-05-07T12:05:59-04:00 2008-05-07T12:05:59-04:00 Computers Computing accessories firm Kensington has announced the release of its new battery pack and charger for the iPhone and iPod.

There is also a small and lightweight portable version of the charger which simultaneously power and charges' the devices, enabling users to charge their iPod or iPhone while away from the computer.

]]> iPhone Code Rumored to Lead to Future iTunes Link-up http://www.computers.net/content/iphone-code-rumored-lead-future-itunes-link 2008-04-29T07:14:03-04:00 2008-04-29T07:14:03-04:00 Computers The unofficial Apple web blog (TUAW) claims that the company is working on a new iPhone application which will allow the device to control and stream iTunes media libraries.
According to code found in the latest firmware release, Apple is developing the new application, called iControl.
It claims it would allow the iPhone to connect wirelessly to local iTunes libraries, meaning it could browse through and play media from those sources.

]]> New Tool for Unlocking iPhone http://www.computers.net/content/new-tool-unlocking-iphone 2008-04-22T07:26:50-04:00 2008-04-22T07:26:50-04:00 Computers A new tool for unlocking the Apple iPhone has been created giving developers and hackers the means to create modified and personalized firmware files that can be safely installed on the phone.

Created by the iPhone development team, the Pwnage Tool allows you to install modified firmware files via iTunes, reports Mobile News International.

Jez Harris, of the news provider said: "In the last couple of days I have unlocked my iPhone using this new method, and have loaded the new Apple firmware version 2.0 file with support for Microsoft Exchange.

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