Report: Apple developing radio app for iPhone

Report: Apple developing radio app for iPhone

Author cobster | 14.10.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

 Apple is allegedly building a new app for its iPhone and iPod Touch that will bring FM radio to the devices, according to a report on 9 to 5 Mac.

(Credit: AppleCiting anonymous sources, the Apple news site says the functionality of the application will be similar to what Apple built into the iPod Nano. That includes the ability to pause live FM transmissions and fast-forward when you resume playing.

According to 9 to 5 Mac, the delay in getting the app to market is Apple’s decision to integrate it with the iTunes Store, which is built into the devices. With this integration, people will be able to tap on a song they hear on the radio and buy it through iTunes.

Of course, Apple wouldn’t be the first company to offer some type of FM functionality on the iPhone. Applications like Wunder Radio have been around for over a year and enable people to stream Internet radio to their iPhone and iPod Touch.

The big advantage Apple would have is linking its application to the iTunes Store, which creates the potential for more revenue.

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iMovie update reveals new Apple video format

Author cobster | 13.10.2009 | Category Mac/Apple, Movies

Like most companies, Apple periodically releases software updates for its applications, fixing minor issues. However, an iMovie update released on Tuesday revealed a brand new video format the company has been developing.

(Credit: Apple Dubbed iFrame, the new video format is based on industry standard technologies like H.264 video and AAC audio. As expected with H.264, iFrame produces much smaller file sizes than traditional video formats, while maintaining its high-quality video. Of course, the smaller file size increases import speed and helps with editing video files.

iMovie 8.0.5 released on Tuesday adds compatibility with camcorders using the iFrame video format. Currently there are two cameras that support iFrame: the Sanyo VPC-HD2000A and the Sanyo VPC-FH1A.

The two cameras were introduced earlier Tuesday and default to shooting video in the new format. iFrame shoots at 960×540. The cameras can also record in high-definition 1080p (1920×1080), as well as high-speed video formats for slow-motion playback, according to Sanyo.

Apple hasn’t said how long it has been working on iFrame or if other video camera manufacturers would adopt the format. The company also didn’t say when support for the iFrame format would be added to its Final Cut Pro video-editing suite.

The iMovie update can be downloaded from Apple’s Web site or from the software update mechanism in Mac OS X.

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iphone Oh, My Word! Sequel with ngmoco’s Plus+

Author JoeDigital | 13.10.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

Bristol, UK, 13th October 2009 – Tap ‘n’ Slide and B-Boy Brawl developers Mobile Pie today announced a sequel to their acclaimed iPhone and iPod touch word puzzler, Oh, My Word!

Oh, My Word! 2 follows on from the brain-box bendingly simple yet highly-addictive original, with Time Attack and Survival featuring alongside the Classic mode. The sequel also brings with it integration with the Plus+ Network.

Mobile Pie’s Creative Producer Will Luton said:
“Oh, My Word! 2 has been an absolute labour of love for us, we’ve enjoyed every minute of creating and playing this sequel and having the Plus+ Network is a real honor.”
The Plus+ Network is a social play service free to players that harnesses the iPhone OS 3.0 technology and enables players to create a persistent profile, challenge friends via social channels, compete for leaderboard glory, participate in game events and discover new games.

“We’ve built upon the original concept with Plus+ in mind, but it was a match made in heaven anyway because it straight away adds an entirely new competitive level to the fun”, said Luton.

Oh, My Word! 2 will be available at the nominal price of 59p / 99c or for free as an stripped down version featuring only the Classic game mode (Oh, My Word! 2 Free).
It is expected that OMW!2 will be released early November, however Mobile Pie are offering ad hoc preview version to selected media partners. Please contact Will Luton (will@mobilepie.com / (+44) 01173155228) for further details.

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[Rumor] Specs And Release Date of Next iPhone

Author Ciel501 | 20.05.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

Recently ‘AppleiPhones.com’ gains specs and release date of next iPhone from a source who is connected to Apple’s development team. Many details have not been reported yet. Here are the specifics:

- 32GB and 16GB to replace current capacities
- $199 and $299 price-points to be maintained
- 3.2 Megapixel camera
- Video recording & editing capabilities
- Ability to send a picture & video via MMS
- Discontinuation of the metal band surrounding the edge of the device
- OLED screen
- 1.5X The battery life
- Double the RAM and processing power
- Built-in FM transmitter
- Apple logo on the back to light up
- Rubber-tread backing
- Sleeker design
- Built-in compass
- Revolutionary combination of the camera, GPS, compass, and Google maps to identify photo and inform about photo locations.
- Turn by turn directions
- July 17th, 2009 release date

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MacBook Touch coming to reality?

Author janet | 15.05.2009 | Category Computers, Mac/Apple

Rumor has it that a tablet version of the MacBook will be released sometime before Octoboer. It comes with the multi-touch screen, Mac OS X, accelerometer, gesture library, slot loading SuperDrive, and GPS. It is said to be very expensive to make but will sell at a low cost.

This is only a rumor, but we are anticipating its arrival.

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Potable Dock for 4th Generation iPod Nano

Author Ciel501 | 24.04.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

The Creative TravelSound designed for 4th Generation iPod nano was released. The cool portable dock features four slim microdrivers, a built-in external speaker, a digital amplifier and an integrated FM radio. Its built-in Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) rechargeable battery delivers up to 15 hours of entertainment on the go. The Creative TravelSound also includes an USB port that enables users to sync their iPod with iTunes and recharge both the player and the speaker at the same time. If you are interested, you can purchase the Creative TravelSound for around $100 when it is released next month.

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iPod Nano Folder Phone Unveiled??

Author Ciel501 | 20.04.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

Apple unveiled new iPod Nano cell phone? Or…?
This cell phone called for Nani that iPod Nano and cell phone became one. Actually this clever phone does not come from Apple and the manufacturer did not come out yet. It’s just designed based on iPod Nano. It uses GSM method so you can control electronic wheel to select music or play it same as iPod Nano.
It features 1.3mega pixel camera, Music and video player, FM radio, Bluetooth, Micro SD slot and Dual SIM card. It is known that it’s available for US$128.

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iPod touch, A noticeable rival came up?

Author Ciel501 | 13.04.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

MS has prepared 4th generation June MP3 player for competing with iPod touch??
According to CNET’s articles, it will be smaller than iPod touch and support HD display service.

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Connect USB Directly to iPod with 3.5mm Connector?

Author Ciel501 | 08.04.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

Apple already came into the spotlight when they released small sized iPod shuffle 3G.
Recently Dexim released the Shu-Lip that connects 3.5mm ear phone connector to USB port directly. It was made of aluminum can match with iPod shuffle and came from silver color.
Now it is available for US$10.

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The new awesome LED cinema display

Author itzco | 07.04.2009 | Category Mac/Apple

If you are getting tired of your little screen, or you only want to enjoy big screens, here it is The new LED Cinema Display, you can connect it to your new MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air with the ultracompact Mini DisplayPort connector. Other display connectors have you lining up pins or fumbling with screws. The new Mini DisplayPort connector is easy in, easy out. Now, you can also attach your LED Cinema Display to new Mac desktops with Mini DisplayPort, including Mac Pro, Mac mini, and iMac.

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